The Real Marriage Podcast Why Most Christian Marriages Fail (it’s Not What You Think)
Nov 4, 2025
Explore the hidden dangers in marriages as bitterness is unveiled as a leading cause of infidelity. Discover how men’s feelings of loneliness and women’s emotional neglect contribute to this toxic root. Learn the importance of repentance and forgiveness in uprooting bitterness and rekindling love. Delve into the contrast between covenantal love and a transactional mindset that can poison relationships. Practical steps offer a pathway to marital renewal, emphasizing gratitude and open communication.
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Bitterness As The Slippery Slope
- Bitterness quietly closes off love and sensitivity in marriage and often precedes sexual immorality.
- Mark Driscoll warns that unresolved bitterness can escalate into emotional and physical adultery.
Practical Steps To Prevent Female Resentment
- Women who feel unappreciated, overworked, or used sexually can grow resentful; husbands should pause, listen, and offer tangible help.
- Plan short intentional moments to reconnect after work rather than expecting immediate emotional availability.
Common Triggers Of Male Bitterness
- Identify common sources of male bitterness like feeling unappreciated, lonely, sexually neglected, or financially burdened.
- Address those specific hurts by encouraging, listening, and practical help rather than assuming silence equals indifference.
