Episode 2: Marriage Challenges of First Responders | Tools for Marriage

In this episode Mark & Annette share their unique perspectives on serving as police officers and the challenges of being a first responder or a spouse. Statistics show the divorce rate in this group can be as high as 70%. With wisdom and humor they bring amazing insights into navigating marriage, faith, and family alongside the call of serving as a first responder.

00:00 Introduction – Welcome to Tools for Marriage

04:01 A Chance Meeting – How It All Started

08:00 A Birthday Surprise – A Moment of Change

12:04 All Eyes on Me – A Life-Changing Encounter

16:01 Defining the Relationship – Moving Forward

20:03 An Unexpected Call – A Turning Point

24:02 Navigating Challenges – Conversations and Discipline

28:03 Blocking Out Distractions – Prioritizing Marriage

32:01 Cultural Insights – Learning and Growing Together

36:06 Wisdom and Advice – Lessons from Experience

40:00 Work-Life Balance – Then and Now

44:01 Relationship Reflections – Who’s Right, Who’s Wrong?

48:00 Faith and Foundations – Building on Shared Beliefs

52:04 The Power of Encouragement – Lifting Each Other Up

56:00 Final Thoughts – Advice for Stronger Marriages