Teachable Woman Podcast

Relationship Series - Relationship Killers

Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry

Introduction

Welcome to the Teachable Woman podcast with Reverend Michele Owes and Reverend Mrs. Diana P. Cherry. This episode continues the series on relationships, focusing on relationship killers and how to avoid them.

I. Primary Relationship is with God

• Key Concept: The most important relationship is with God, our creator and sustainer. Nurturing this relationship is essential for all other relationships.
• Summary: Rev. Michele Owes emphasizes prioritizing and nurturing our relationship with God above all else. This foundational relationship guides and sustains us.

II. Assignment from the Lord

• Key Concept: We are called to be witnesses for Jesus Christ, sharing our faith and testimony with others.
• Summary: Using the story of the Woman at the Well, Rev. Michele Owes illustrates how encountering Jesus transformed her into a witness for her community. Our role is to plant seeds and trust God to give the increase.

III. Challenges in Relationships

• Key Concept: Life's stumbling blocks can become stepping stones to success.
• Summary: Rev. Michele Owes shares Mrs. Cherry's wisdom that relationship challenges can lead to personal growth and success when approached with the right mindset.

IV. Relationship Killers: Lack of Wholeness

• Key Concept: Entering relationships without being whole and complete in oneself can be detrimental.
• Summary: Mrs. Cherry explains that expecting marriage to make one whole is a mistake. Being honest and complete in Christ before entering a relationship is crucial.

V. Relationship Killers: Unknown Knowns

• Key Concept: Keeping secrets or withholding important information from a partner can destroy trust.
• Summary: Mrs. Cherry shares a personal story illustrating the impact of unknown knowns. Honesty and transparency are essential in relationships.

VI. Relationship Killers: Unmet Expectations

• Key Concept: Unrealistic or uncommunicated expectations can lead to disappointment and conflict.
• Summary: Mrs. Cherry and Rev. Michele discuss how comparisons and unvoiced expectations can breed discontentment. Open communication is key to managing expectations.

VII. Relationship Killers: Bad Attitudes

• Key Concept: A negative attitude can poison the atmosphere of a relationship.
• Summary: Rev. Michele highlights how a bad attitude can affect everyone around us. Managing our emotions and maintaining a positive attitude is vital for healthy relationships.

Summary

In this episode, Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry discuss the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with God, being a witness, and the potential challenges in relationships. They identify key relationship killers such as lack of wholeness, unknown knowns, unmet expectations, and bad attitudes. We can build stronger, healthier relationships by addressing these issues with honesty, transparency, and open communication.