The Lila Rose Show E225: How Christian Marriage Can Save the World w/Fr Josiah Trenham | Lila Rose Show
Jun 24, 2025
Join Father Josiah Trenham, an Orthodox pastor and devoted family man, as he passionately discusses the transformative power of Christian marriage. He emphasizes the sacred significance of monogamy and how traditional marriage can stabilize society amidst modern challenges. Trenham delves into the teachings of the Church Fathers, sharing insights on the spiritual enrichment offered through marriage. He also critiques contemporary views while urging listeners to revive the divine purpose of marital commitment as a mission with eternal consequences.
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Father Josiah's Marriage Journey
- Father Josiah Trenham shares how he met his wife and their journey to a 37-plus years marriage.
- Their marriage became a path for heart development and overcoming weaknesses through faith.
Chrysostom’s Vision of Marriage
- St. John Chrysostom's vision views marriage as a holy sacrament and a means of sanctification.
- Marriage is seen as a path of salvation that transforms people to be godlike.
Christian Marriage’s New Standard
- Christian marriage replaced Old Testament marriage with a higher standard of indissolubility and fidelity.
- Jesus radically forbade divorce, affirming marriage as a sacred, lifelong union.