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Death of the Pastor's Wife: Spiritual & Marital Abuse and Where We Go From Here

Season 15 · Episode 421

Friday, September 4, 2026 • Duration 38:41

My hubby, Shaun, joins me in this special episode to discuss the Netflix docuseries Death of the Pastor’s Wife and the difficult questions it raises about abuse of power, spiritual manipulation, accountability, submission, and marriage.

This conversation goes beyond the story itself. Shaun and I explore how churches can create healthier accountability structures, why power differentials matter, what you should do when you recognize abuse, and what partnership in marriage can look like without control or coercion.

If you’re married, serving in leadership, part of a church community, or reexamining your own faith and relationships, this episode offers an honest conversation about discernment, responsibility, and healing.

Key Takeaways:

Why every church leader needs accountability
How spiritual manipulation can distort Scripture
The difference between biblical submission and control
Why victims shouldn’t be blamed for someone else’s abuse of power
How Shaun and I approach marriage as a partnership
Why church members have a responsibility to speak up when something feels wrong
A prayer for marriages, church leaders, victims of abuse, and Mica Miller's family

If you're being abused by a spouse or partner, seek legal and professional help. Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233).

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Why Talking About Your Marriage Keeps Making It Worse & 6 Things to Do Instead

Season 15 · Episode 420

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 • Duration 21:41

Talking to your spouse about your marriage can become so constant that the relationship starts feeling like a project instead of a partnership. While communication is important, there are other ways to build connection...six ways in fact, that work better than repeated conversations. Listen in as I share these practical marriage tips to help deepen your connection and shift you toward regulation, curiosity, appreciation, consistent action, and ordinary moments of togetherness.

Key Takeaways:

How your marriage problems can become the only subject of the relationship, turning dates, car rides, and quiet moments into another relationship evaluation
Why trying to resolve conflict while emotionally flooded turns spouses into attorneys actually arguing their case
How a temporary pause can protect your marriage
What to do when criticism becomes the dominant atmosphere in your marriage
Why your spouse has seemingly "stopped trying"
The 80/20 marriage rule that will enhance your friendship, enjoyment, and connection

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

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Help! My Spouse Isn't Interested in Working on Our Marriage

Season 15 · Episode 419

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • Duration 09:06

What do you do when you want to work on the marriage... but your spouse doesn't? Maybe you've suggested marriage coaching or counseling. You've sent the podcast episode. You've bought the book. You've tried to start the conversations. You've prayed for change. And your spouse seems uninterested, unwilling, or just plain tired of talking about the marriage.

That can be an incredibly frustrating and lonely place to be.

But here's the truth I want you to hear in this episode: Your spouse's unwillingness to work on the marriage doesn't mean there's no work you can do.

And it doesn't mean your only options are to nag them into participating or sit around waiting for them to change.

In this episode, we're talking about what it looks like to take responsibility for your side of the relationship without trying to carry the entire marriage by yourself.

We'll talk about the temptation to make your spouse the project, why pressure rarely produces genuine change, and how focusing on your own growth can begin to shift the dynamic in your relationship.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What to do when you're the only one who seems interested in improving the marriage
The difference between taking responsibility and taking all the responsibility
What you can control when so much feels outside of your control
How to develop stamina for the long game

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Feeling Forgotten? The God Who Sees, Supports, & Stays [Sweet Repeat]

Season 15 · Episode 418

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 • Duration 21:58

Have you dealt with rejection or the feeling of being forgotten or neglected? When the people closest to you treat you like you're invisible or unimportant, it can trigger all sorts of emotions and insecurities. In today's podcast episode, I'm sharing a story of a woman who gave and gave, but her best still wasn't good enough. She was literally discarded like yesterday's news. But in that pain, she found God. Not just a God she'd heard about, but one she encountered for herself.

Join me as I share how God sees you, supports you, and stays with you...even when everyone else walks away. This inspirational podcast episode will bless your marriage, your friendships, your family relationships, and your whole life.

Key Takeaways:

The Power of God's Names:
- El Roi: The God Who Sees Me
  Hagar, from Genesis 16, is the first person in Scripture to give God a name. Through Hagar’s experience, we see how God sees us in our struggles, loneliness, and pain.
- El Shaddai: The All-Sufficient One
  No matter what we feel we lack—whether in life or in marriage—God is more than enough and provides everything we need.
- Jehovah Shalom: The Lord is Peace
  Invoking God’s shalom means declaring His full, restorative peace over our homes and relationships.
- Emmanuel: God With Us
  God is not distant; He is present in every season, moment, and even in conflict, offering comfort and companionship.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

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