Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

THE TRUTH ABOUT WHAT MARRIAGE SHOULD BE—AND WHY HAPPINESS ISN’T ENOUGH


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Segment 1

• A viral marriage rant sparks discussion on modern narcissism in relationships.

• A wife feels burned out from marriage and motherhood, claiming women carry the lion’s share of home responsibilities.

• Despite a seemingly “amazing” husband, she struggles with feelings of being undervalued.

Segment 2

• Three main issues emerge: feelings of being “undervalued,” misconceptions about marriage, and unrealistic expectations.

• Misunderstanding “love” as a feeling instead of a commitment can cause friction in relationships.

• Brad Bigney’s perspective: Marriage requires intentional work and understanding, not just passive affection.

Segment 3

• The primary goal of marriage isn’t happiness, it’s holiness.

• Christian marriage calls for humility, and sometimes “sorry” is enough.

• Many people struggle with selfishness in marriage, and humility is the key to thriving relationships.

Segment 4

• Her story reflects a modern obsession with personal happiness at the cost of marriage’s true purpose.

• The idol of happiness demands more than any marriage can give.

• The Christian marriage isn’t about being equitable; it’s about oneness.

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