Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode of The Vision-Driven Marriage podcast, we sit down with Monica Hansen, host of The Graceful Warrior Podcast. Monica opens up about her personal journey of standing strong in her marriage while her husband denies God's existence. With raw honesty and deep faith, she shares how she relies on the armor of God daily to protect her marriage and uphold her walk with Christ. Whether you’re in a similar situation or simply looking for ways to strengthen your spiritual defenses, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement for wives facing spiritual challenges at home.
Key Takeaways:
- The Armor of God: How to apply each piece—belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shield of faith, and more—specifically in the context of marriage.
- Standing Firm in Faith: Monica’s practical tips for keeping your faith strong, even when your spouse doesn’t believe.
- Spiritual Warfare in Marriage: Recognizing spiritual attacks on your relationship and how to respond with God’s Word.
- Waiting on God’s Timing: How Monica stays hopeful and prayerful as she waits for her husband to come to know the Lord.
Scripture References:
- Ephesians 6:10-18 (The Armor of God)
- Numbers 22:22-35 Balek and the Donkey
- John 6
Guest Information:
Monica Hansen is the host of The Graceful Warrior Podcast where she encourages women to walk boldly in faith through life’s challenges. You can connect with her on Instagram @GracefulWarriorPodcast and listen to her show wherever you get your podcasts.
Resources Mentioned:
- Movie Recommendation: The Forge by The Kendrick Brothers
- Doug and Leslie on the Graceful Warrior Podcast
Episode Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by the Blessed Family Recovery Summit. Learn how God is helping families overcome addiction at The Blessed Family Recovery Summit.
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INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC CREDITS
Theme music: Dead Winter
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Artists: White Bones
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Audio source: Epidemic Sound
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