Podcast: Love and Respect

Episode 049 – A Righteous Father Falls Seven Times, And Rises Again

In this Father’s Day message, Emerson and Jonathan encourage fathers to focus on Proverbs 24:16 which says, “A righteous man falls seven times, and rises again.” There is hope. Failings are not final. You can begin again. Timestamps 01:45 – Have you seen the new digital products in our store? 07:30 – “Success is not final….

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Episode 048 – What Does Winning The Lottery Have To Do With Marriage And Heaven? Part 1

In this week’s episode, Emerson and Jonathan discuss specific Scriptures about heaven, future rewards, and why it is that what we do in this life matters more than we may realize. Whether in marriage, parenting, or relationships in general, this message is sure to enrich and empower as one understands that nothing is wasted when…

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Episode 047 – My Love is Behind My Disrespect

This week Emerson and Jonathan discuss a recent inquiry that Emerson received from a wife saying, “My love is behind my disrespect.” What she is essentially saying is, because the intent is good, the means are justified, especially since it seems to work with her husband. Emerson and Jonathan respond in this week’s episode. Timestamps…

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Episode 046 – What Is The Issue With a Grumpy Husband?

Emerson and Jonathan begin a discussion about grumpiness and husbands. However, looking at the issue from both perspectives, Emerson challenges husbands and wives on an issue that is present in many homes. Renew your hope and be encouraged in that we do not need to stay where we are; we can make changes.   Timestamps 01:29…

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Episode 045 – Who Makes the Final Decision When You Are Stalemated?

Have you ever had a difficult time making a decision–either alone or with another person? In this week’s episode, Emerson and Jonathan discuss what to do when you and your spouse are in a stalemate or gridlocked on an issue. Drawing upon the Bible as well as the world of business and sports, you will…

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Episode 044 – My Situation Is Complex, Beyond Love & Respect!

Emerson is often told that the Love and Respect principles are too simple for a particularly complex situation, and so therefore they don’t apply. In this week’s episode, he responds by discussing various difficult or complex situations and making the case that love and respect are like food and water to any given situation–they are…

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Episode 043 – Wounded Healer

In this week’s episode, Emerson speaks at Liberty University with a message titled, “Wounded Healer.”  He shares his personal story in order to help others understand how God can use past wounds to bring about healing. Timestamps 01:32 – Did you miss last week’s podcast? Listen HERE. 03:08 – Emerson shares his personal story of…

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Episode 042 – What Bible Verse Gives Hope to Millions? Jeremiah 29:11

Over the centuries, countless Christians have memorized, quoted and clung to Jeremiah 29:11. Emerson and Jonathan discuss how the promises of God always kick in at some level amidst our suffering. God may not stop the pain, but he does show up in it. One can experience God’s presence, power, peace and purpose independent of…

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Episode 041 – Three Ways To Murder Your Marriage – Part 2

In Part 2 of this 2-part series, Emerson and Jonathan continue their discussion about the motive, means, and opportunities people use to justify killing their marriage, while forgetting the ways by which to resurrect it. While acknowledging there are justified, biblical reasons for divorce, as well as terrible and difficult situations requiring local, direct, and…

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Episode 040 – Three Ways To Murder Your Marriage Part 1

In Part 1 of this 2-part podcast series, Emerson and Jonathan begin discussing why some people leave their marriage. With motive, means and opportunity, there are many ways to sabotage a marriage and get it to end, but what are the biblical reasons for separation and divorce? Listen in to find out.   Timestamps 01:44—New…

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