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August 6, 2025 17 mins

What if God’s design for marriage is bigger than “happy wife, happy life”? In this episode of Building Better Marriages, Dr. Deborah unpacks Ephesians 5:33 — where husbands are called to love and wives are called to respect — and shows how this mutual exchange creates lasting joy, not just temporary happiness.

You’ll hear biblical wisdom, practical steps to show love and respect this week, and a Hebrew Word Moment exploring simcha (joy) — the holy celebration God desires for every marriage.

Listen in to discover:

  • Why “happy wife, happy life” misses God’s blueprint for marriage

  • What husbands really need but rarely voice

  • How mutual love and respect create lasting joy for both spouses

  • 5 practical ways to show love and respect starting today

If you’ve ever longed for deeper connection and joy in your marriage, this episode will give you the tools and hope you need to start building it — one intentional step at a time.

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