Building a Christ-Centered Marriage and Family
In this heartfelt episode, meet April Gamble, a devoted wife, mother of three, and foster parent from Austin, Texas. With a background in speech language pathology, April shares her marriage journey of 18 years, she reveals the trials, triumphs, and transformative power of grace in her relationship with her husband, Justin. From the importance of prayer and community to tackling conflict with humility, April offers practical advice and personal anecdotes that underscore the profound impact of a Christ-centered marriage. Whether you're navigating the challenges of raising children or seeking to enrich your marriage, this episode is a valuable resource on fostering love, respect, and unity in the home. Listen in for actionable tips and a refreshing perspective on how to thrive in both marriage and motherhood.
00:00 Introduction to April Gamble
01:10 April's Marriage and Family Background
03:12 Purpose and Foundation of Marriage
06:10 Challenges and Growth in Marriage
10:35 Practical Tips for Prioritizing Marriage
19:41 Working on Your Marriage
29:57 The Role of Counseling in Marriage
34:50 Finding the Right Marriage Counselor
36:02 The Value of Ongoing Counseling
38:28 Overcoming Stigma in Counseling
44:04 Communicating Effectively in Marriage
48:54 Handling Conflict and Arguments
56:29 Impact of Marriage on Parenting
01:00:23 Keeping the Fun Alive in Marriage
01:05:19 Motherhood Advice and Final Thoughts
Good Inside podcast - Doctor Becky Kennedy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-inside-with-dr-becky/id1561689671
https://open.spotify.com/show/1paqsvlLA7b5n0MFmo5xOq?si=d6897d6d19e94ea0
Real Christianity podcast - Dale and Veronica https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-christianity/id1408224071
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Books Recommendations:
Rocking the Roles: Building a Win-Win Marriage by Robert Lewis https://amzn.to/41Togdq
Love and Respect - The love she most desires and the respect he desperately needs. by Dr Emerson Eggerichs https://amzn.to/4lbv39J
Sacred Marriage - Gary Thomas https://amzn.to/42mkk42
The 5 Love Languages - Gary Chapman https://amzn.to/4jabFJb
Finding the Hero in Your Husband by Juli Slattery https://amzn.to/41W0aij
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