The Jennie Allen Podcast Honest Talk for Every Couple Who’s Stuck with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons
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May 8, 2025 Gabe and Rebekah Lyons, authors and speakers, draw from their 28 years of marriage to share an honest look into their journey. They discuss the early challenge of their son's Down syndrome diagnosis and how it transformed their partnership. The couple emphasizes the importance of fighting for each other, recognizing conflict styles, and inviting God's presence in struggles. They offer practical tools for reconnecting, including a nightly shut-door rhythm, and encourage couples to embrace vulnerability for healing and growth.
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Early Crisis That Cemented Their Bond
- Rebekah and Gabe's firstborn, Cade, was diagnosed with Down syndrome six hours after birth and needed intensive NICU care.
- That crisis forced them to mature quickly and solidified their commitment to face hard seasons together.
Opposite Personalities, Shared Commitment
- Gabe and Rebekah describe themselves as extreme opposites and strong-willed leaders who still had chemistry.
- Early parenting crisis forced them to 'grow up a decade overnight' and commit to doing hard things together.
Third-Party Perspective Unlocks Stuck Marriages
- Feeling stuck in marriage often comes from isolation and not knowing how to change patterns.
- External voices or counselors create safety and a new lens to hear and translate each other's perspectives.
