In this episode of More Than Roommates, Gabrielle, Derek, and Scott talk about the importance of trust in marriage. Trust is foundational in any relationship, but especially in marriage. They discuss how past wounds—whether from family, friends, or former relationships—can deeply impact your ability to trust your spouse and experience true intimacy.

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Scriptures Referenced:

1 Peter 2:23-24

James 1:19

Resources:

Podcast Episode – More Than Roommates, Episode 61 – Trust: How to Build It and Restore It

Book – Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, How to Earn It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken, Dr. Henry Cloud

Video from the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference – The Importance of Trust in Marriage

Questions to Discuss:

1. When you hear something, do you trust it immediately or do you need to do some research to verify the truth?

2. How do your past hurts (either from others or from your spouse) impact your relationship with your spouse?

3. Is there any unresolved hurt in your life that might be affecting your marriage today?

4. What are small ways your spouse has been trustworthy lately? Have you acknowledged or celebrated them?

5. If you’ve been hurt, what’s one step you can take this week to move toward healing and trust?