RiverGlen Christian Church Podcast Emotionally Generous // Generous Marriage - Garrett Johnston
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Feb 17, 2025 Explore the inspiring efforts of pastors in Costa Rica who are dedicated to their communities despite numerous obstacles. Discover the concept of emotional generosity and its importance in nurturing relationships. Enter the world of modern marriage, where communication challenges coexist with growing marriage rates. Delve into love languages and how empathy fosters deeper connections. Lastly, learn about the power of partnership and mutual support in creating lasting intimacy. It's a heartfelt journey through generosity in marriage and life.
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Marriage Trends and Struggles
- Divorce rates are decreasing and marriage rates are increasing in the US.
- Despite this, couples still struggle deeply with communication and emotional support.
The Shoebox Marriage Story
- An older couple married 50 years had a shoebox with a crocheted doll and $10,000 inside.
- The wife used crocheting to manage anger and sold dolls, showing emotional generosity in marriage.
Love Language Misalignment
- 60 to 70% of spouses are not aligned in their love languages.
- Misunderstandings in emotional support happen in 50% of marriages, showing communication gaps.