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Building a Foundation of Spiritual Intimacy for a Marriage That Lasts with David & Meg Robbins | Ep. 648

Awesome Marriage Podcast

Release Date: 10/29/2024

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 We’re so happy to have David and Meg Robbins from FamilyLife joining us on the podcast today. The Robbins have been in ministry for many years and have learned so many important truths about what it takes to create a marriage strong enough to stand strong through the years. 

Today they share their wisdom and experience. You don’t want to miss this conversation, full of wisdom and practical application that will benefit you and your marriage. 

We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. 

Episode highlights include: 

  • The unique strengths of Gen Z when it comes to pursuing marriage 

  • The 3 threats every marriage faces

  • The power of the Holy Spirit to stand strong 

  • Daily habits to fight the drift that busyness creates in marriage

  • Scheduling habits to keep your marriage connected 

  • How to find an encouraging community of support - and why it matters 

 

*Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! 

 

Couples Conversation Guide: 

Main takeaway: Don’t neglect the health of your marriage: Keep short accounts when things need to be addressed between you, and cultivate supportive community. 

Questions to Discuss: 

  1. Are you aware of the spiritual battle for your marriage? 

  2. Are there any ways you’re viewing your spouse as your enemy, and neglecting to protect your mind and heart against the real enemy? 

  3. Where would your life and marriage benefit from community? What step can you take today to nurture your friendships, mentorship and fellowship? 

QUOTES 

  • Younger generations are doing a lot of deep story work. - Meg Robbins 

  • We all have ingrained sin patterns that we bring into marriage. - David Robbins 

  • Vulnerability does involve risk. It’s not status quo. Yet vulnerability is the pathway to deeper intimacy. - David Robbins 

  • You have to take risky steps to take down the walls around your heart. - Meg Robbins 

  • With little things, we can be hard on ourselves. But when you spend time with other people, you realize these are normal things. - Meg Robbins 

  • Most people want to talk about their marriage, it just requires someone else to start the conversation. Anyone of us can crack open the conversation.  - David Robbins 

  • A healthy marriage is one that’s repenting often. - David Robbins 

  • No marriage is going to naturally drift towards awesome oneness.  - Meg Robbins



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