Is happily ever after realistic… or is marriage setting people up for disappointment?

In this episode of our T-Time Podcast, Ashley and Carlie Terradez have an honest, real-life conversation about marriage—cutting through cultural myths, unrealistic expectations, and fear-based narratives that surround commitment today.

We talk about why so many people question marriage, whether living together is really a safer option, and what actually makes a relationship thrive long-term. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and decades of marriage, this episode challenges the idea that marriage is either a fantasy or a trap—and reveals God’s design for covenant, joy, and lasting partnership.

If you’ve ever wondered:

1. Is marriage still relevant?
2. Does “happily ever after” really exist?
3. Should I say yes… or walk away?

This episode will bring clarity, encouragement, and truth.

🔑 Key Takeaways

1. Marriage isn’t a fairytale or a nightmare—it’s a covenant designed by God to grow, strengthen, and mature you.
2. Unrealistic expectations are often what disappoint people, not marriage itself.
3. Living together and marriage are not the same. Covenant brings security, clarity, and commitment that convenience cannot.
4. Fear of commitment is one of the biggest reasons people avoid marriage today—but fear isn’t from God.
5. Happily ever after doesn’t mean problem-free—it means having the tools, grace, and partnership to walk through life together.
6. Marriage reveals and refines you, helping develop character, selflessness, and love.
7. God’s design for marriage still works, even when culture says otherwise.
8. Saying “yes forever” is not about perfection—it’s about faithfulness, growth, and choosing covenant daily.

🔗 Links Mentioned

1. Terradez Ministries Website 👉 https://terradez.com
2. Partner with Terradez Ministries 👉 https://terradez.com/give

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