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In this episode of the Salted Podcast, host Beth Barlet and guest Linda Goldfarb explore the complexities of marriage from a biblical perspective. They discuss the importance of spiritual leadership, the challenges of submission, and the cultural influences that affect marriage dynamics. Linda shares her personal journey of navigating a difficult marriage and the redemptive power of God in her life. The conversation emphasizes the significance of encouragement, respect, and waiting well in faith as wives support their husbands' spiritual growth.

Takeaways

• Trusting God and our husbands to lead is essential.
• Transparency in sharing struggles can lead to transformation.
• God's redemptive power can heal broken relationships.
• Submission does not mean being subservient.
• Wives should encourage their husbands' spiritual leadership.
• Cultural influences can distort biblical marriage roles.
• Waiting well requires faith and trust in God's timing.
• Posturing our hearts in gratitude is crucial during waiting periods.
• Words of encouragement can significantly impact our husbands.
• Understanding God's design for marriage is vital for family legacy.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast

04:36 Understanding Godly Marriage and Submission

07:18 Linda's Personal Journey and Insights

10:32 The Struggles of Intimacy and Spiritual Leadership

13:24 The Role of Women in Marriage

16:14 Cultural Challenges and Spiritual Warfare

19:30 The Importance of God's Word in Marriage

22:21 The Mystery of Marriage and Intimacy with God

31:21 Trusting God's Plan in Marriage

37:33 The Power of Waiting Well

43:21 Navigating Toxic Relationships

53:23 Understanding God's Design in Marriage

58:42 Introduction and Intentions

59:13 Closing Thoughts and Community Engagement

How God Designed Me Quiz - https://form.jotform.com/lgoldfarb/how-god-designed-you-quiz
Linda’s website: Https://www.LindaGoldfarb.com (https://www.lindagoldfarb.com/) 
Connect with Linda on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/linda.goldfarb), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/texasgoldfarb/), and follow her Tweets (https://twitter.com/Lindagoldfarb). 
Linda is the Award-winning Host of the Your Best Writing Life podcast (https://www.blueridgeconference.com/podcast/)
Linda is the host of the Staying Real About Faith & Family podcast (https://www.lindagoldfarb.com/podcast/)
Linda is a Mindset & Clarity Coach with The Biblical Nutrition Academy (https://www.biblicalnutritionacademy.com/)

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