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Boundaries in Relationships: Lysa TerKeurst

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Dec 5, 2023
Lysa TerKeurst, expert on setting boundaries in relationships, discusses the importance of setting boundaries and making difficult choices to ensure a marriage that honors God. They also explore seeking wise counsel, reflecting on practical teachings from their book, and how setting boundaries is a loving act aligned with God's idea.
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ANECDOTE

Sam's Story

  • Lysa TerKeurst shares Sam's story of growing up with a father who struggled with addiction and infidelity.
  • His mother's eventual decision to divorce was a turning point for both Sam and his father.
ADVICE

Breaking Isolation and Setting Boundaries

  • Don't isolate yourself during relational struggles; confide in someone trustworthy.
  • Establish clear "if-then" boundaries, not as threats, but as self-protective measures.
INSIGHT

Difficult vs. Destructive Marriages

  • There's a crucial difference between difficult marriages and destructive ones.
  • Difficult marriages have typical challenges, while destructive ones require diminishing oneself to cover for the other.
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