Expedition Marriage with Chris & Jamie Bailey

Ep. 145: Storm Proofing Your Marriage


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⛈️ In This Episode:

What's your marriage really built on?

In today's episode, Chris and Jamie explore what it means to build a marriage that can withstand life's storms. Drawing from Jesus' words in Matthew 7, they'll help you identify if you've unknowingly been building on shaky ground—and show you how to rebuild on the rock-solid truth of Christ.

Whether you're facing hardship right now or just want to prepare for whatever comes your way, this episode will give you biblical insight and practical steps to storm-proof your marriage.

📖 Scriptures Mentioned:

  • Matthew 7:24–27 – Building on the rock
  • Galatians 2:21 – Rejecting performance-based love
  • Proverbs 3:5 – Trusting in God over worldly wisdom
  • John 15:5 – Staying connected to Christ
  • Ephesians 5:25–33 – Loving like Christ
  • 1 Corinthians 13 – Living out godly love

🔍 You'll Learn:

  • Why storms don't have to destroy your marriage
  • 3 subtle signs you're building on the wrong foundation
  • How to recognize and surrender self-reliant patterns
  • Four practical ways to start rebuilding on Christ
  • Why spiritual intimacy is key to long-term strength
  • Real-life encouragement for couples in every season

💬 Reflection Questions:

  • What storms have tested your marriage recently?
  • Did they reveal any weak spots—or strengthen your foundation?
  • What is one way you can re-center your marriage on Jesus this week?

📥 Resources & Next Steps:

👫 Talk with your spouse about what your marriage has been built on—and what step you'll take together this week to build on Christ.

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