In this episode of *Abundantly Expectant Marriage*, Rachel and Ron share highlights from their recent vision summit with Focus on the Family in Grand Cayman, where they got a firsthand look at inspiring initiatives to support marriages, families, and the sanctity of life through biblical values. They dive into the powerful topic of friendship in marriage—how it can be both a source of strength and an obstacle if not rooted in healthy boundaries and godly guidance. How do you navigate friendships as a couple? Who do you turn to when you need support? Ron and Rachel discuss the types of friendships that build marriages up, the importance of avoiding the pitfalls of complaining, and practical tips for surrounding yourself with friends who encourage your relationship to thrive. Links to Focus On The Family: Website: www.focusonthefamily.com Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth) Verses: Numbers 21:4-5: Then the people of Israel set out from Mount Hor, taking the road to the Red Sea to go around the land of Edom. But the people grew impatient with the long journey, and they began to speak against God and Moses. “Why have you brought us out of Egypt to die here in the wilderness?” they complained. “There is nothing to eat here and nothing to drink. And we hate this horrible manna!" Ephesians 4:29-32: “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Luke 6:45: A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart. What you say flows from what is in your heart. You Connect with Us: Website: aemarriage.com Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram Connect with Ron Cool: Website: www.newpathnewyou.com Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/ Connect with Rachel Cool: Website: www.rachelmcool.com Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/
In this episode of *Abundantly Expectant Marriage*, Rachel and Ron share highlights from their recent vision summit with Focus on the Family in Grand Cayman, where they got a firsthand look at inspiring initiatives to support marriages, families, and the sanctity of life through biblical values. They dive into the powerful topic of friendship in marriage—how it can be both a source of strength and an obstacle if not rooted in healthy boundaries and godly guidance. How do you navigate friendships as a couple? Who do you turn to when you need support? Ron and Rachel discuss the types of friendships that build marriages up, the importance of avoiding the pitfalls of complaining, and practical tips for surrounding yourself with friends who encourage your relationship to thrive.
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