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Building Trust in Marriage

Trust is the foundation of a strong, thriving marriage—but how do you build it and keep it strong? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, we’re diving into the key principles of trust: how to cultivate it, protect it, and restore it when it’s been shaken. Whether you're newly married or have been together for years, trust is something that requires intention and care. Tune in as we share practical ways to strengthen the bond between you and your spouse, deepen your emotional connection, and create a marriage rooted in faith and security.

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Scripture References:

• Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
• John 10:37: Do not believe me unless I do what my Father does.
• Ephesians 4:25: Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.
• Psalm 147:3: He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

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• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)