Live Free with Josh Howerton Why The American Marriage Process WRECKS Marriages (And How to Fix It) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
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Sep 1, 2025 Carlos Erazo, a Pastor at Lakepointe Church, dives deep into marriage as a sacred covenant rather than a simple contract. He reveals how this perspective nurtures forgiveness and strengthens relationships. The discussion also touches on significant issues like the aftermath of a school shooting, addressing spiritual warfare and the hope we find in faith during dark times. With practical advice and illuminating biblical insights, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their commitments and build resilience in both marriage and life's challenges.
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Under-Table Foot Signal For Immediate Forgiveness
- Josh and Jana describe a simple foot-touch signal they used for immediate public forgiveness on rare occasions early in their marriage.
- They used it only a couple of times to resolve public offenses quickly and preserve unity.
Genesis 15 Explains Covenant And Aisles
- Josh walks through biblical covenants (Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, new covenant) to show marriage is embedded in God's covenantal story.
- He links Genesis 15's 'cutting a covenant' ritual to the wedding aisle and Christ's sacrifice as God walking through the slain animals.
Marriage Is A Covenant, Not A Contract
- Marriage in Scripture is framed as a covenant, not a contract, meaning it is an "even if" commitment rather than an "if then" bargain.
- A covenant binds three parties: husband, wife, and God, so marital decisions seek God's will, not simply individual preference.