{"id":815,"date":"2026-07-24T07:02:49","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T07:02:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lighteningweightloss.com\/relationships\/?p=815"},"modified":"2026-07-24T07:02:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T07:02:49","slug":"1-secret-to-a-christian-marriage-its-not-what-you-think-live-free-with-josh-howerton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lighteningweightloss.com\/relationships\/?p=815","title":{"rendered":"#1 Secret to a Christian Marriage (It\u2019s NOT What You Think) | Live Free with Josh Howerton"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/21yi7FBzV_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Marriage is amazing\u2014but it can also be really hard. Pastor Josh and Jana Howerton sit down with Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson of Grace City Church for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what makes marriages thrive (and what can tear them apart). They break down biblical truths about leaving and cleaving, headship and submission, and what it looks like to lead and support each other well. Plus, they get into the tough stuff\u2014setting boundaries with in-laws, handling emotions, and why so many couples struggle in the same areas. Whether you\u2019re newly married or years in, this conversation is packed with wisdom and honesty you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc47 DON\u2019T MISS OUT!<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc8d Marriage Weekend Bonus Resources: Everything you need for a stronger marriage\u2014real conversations, fun date night questions and practical tools to grow together: https:\/\/lakepointe.church\/marriage-weekend-resources\/ <\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udce3 Join us for Movement on Friday, February 28\u2014an evening to celebrate all you do and hear from special guest, Pastor Joby Martin. Register now: https:\/\/lp.social\/movement<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc65 Ready to build a deeper community? Join a Life Group at Lakepointe Church: https:\/\/lakepointe.church\/groups\/<\/p>\n<p>STAY CONNECTED<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf10 Website \/ https:\/\/www.lakepointe.church\/<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc4d Facebook \/ https:\/\/lp.social\/facebook<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcf8  Instagram \/ https:\/\/lp.social\/instagram<br \/>\n\ud83c\udfa5  YouTube \/ www.youtube.com\/@LakepointeChurch<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udfa7 LISTEN ON THE GO!<br \/>\n\u25b6\ufe0f Spotify \/ https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/353ryGdZNlebaiqkCcy3Yc?si=27e3a6f93a024897<br \/>\n\u25b6\ufe0f Apple Podcasts \/ https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/live-free-with-josh-howerton\/id1669321198<\/p>\n<p>\u26ea ABOUT LAKEPOINTE CHURCH:<br \/>\nWe believe that Lakepointe is a movement for all people to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover their Calling, and Make a Difference. With 6 DFW locations and programs for all ages, there&#8217;s something for everyone. <\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd1d To support this ministry and help us reach more people with the Gospel, start here: https:\/\/lakepointe.church\/give<\/p>\n<p>00:00:00 Building a God-Honoring Marriage<br \/>\n00:08:38 Understanding Marriage as a Covenant<br \/>\n00:17:24 Setting Healthy Boundaries in Family Relationships<br \/>\n00:25:20 Guiding Children in Relationships<br \/>\n00:34:16 Embracing the Role of Helper with Dignity<br \/>\n00:43:28 Navigating Marital Communication Challenges<br \/>\n00:52:58 The Nail in the Head Analogy: Fixer or Listener?<br \/>\n01:02:40 Importance of Respect and Honor in Marriage<br \/>\n01:11:15 Addressing Marital Concerns with Church Authority<br \/>\n01:20:29 The Power of Forgiveness in Marriage<br \/>\n01:29:19 Respect and Modesty in Marriage<br \/>\n01:38:05 Understanding Differences in Sexual Desire<br \/>\n01:47:23 End of Discussion<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Marriage is amazing\u2014but it can also be really hard. 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