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**A Gift or a Prize in Marriage? | The Truth About Your Value**Are you a gift to your spouse or a prize to be won? In this episode, we explore the difference between being a gift and being the prize in marriage. Discover how self-worth, humility, love, and mutual respect can help you build a stronger, healthier marriage.Marriage is not about competing with your spouse or proving who brings more value to the relationship. It’s about loving, honoring, appreciating, and growing together. Whether you're a husband, wife, or someone preparing for marriage, this conversation will challenge you to rethink your mindset and understand what it truly means to be a valuable partner.**In this episode, we discuss:*** Being a gift versus being the prize in marriage* Self-worth and humility in relationships* Love, respect, and appreciation between spouses* How to build a healthy and fulfilling marriage* Creating a partnership where both people feel valuedRemember, marriage isn't about winning over your spouse. It's about building something beautiful together.💬 **JOIN THE CONVERSATION:** Do you believe you should be a gift or a prize in marriage? Share your thoughts in the comments!👍 Like this video, subscribe for more conversations about marriage and relationships, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear this message.#MarriageAdvice #HealthyMarriage #MarriagePodcast #MarriageMindset #LoveAndCommitment

Before you say “I DO”… let’s talk about WHY. 👀Not every reason people get married is a good reason to enter into a lifelong covenant.In this episode of 25 Years Later… Now What?, Dennis & Loni get real about the wrong reasons people choose to get married and share lessons they’ve learned through 25 years of marriage.Because the wedding is one day… but marriage is the journey. ❤️🎙️ 25 Years Later… Now What?📅 Premieres Tuesday at 6 PM CST🔔 Set your reminder and join us in the YouTube Premiere chat!💬 What do YOU think is one of the wrong reasons to get married? Drop your thoughts in the comments. 👇🏽Better 2gether with Dennis & LoniReal Marriage. Biblical Truth. Practical Help.❤️ Helping couples navigate the real stuff of marriage and grow stronger together with God at the center.#Better2gether #25YearsLaterNowWhat #Marriage #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #Dating #RelationshipsBefore you say “I DO”… let’s talk about WHY. 👀Not every reason people get married is a good reason to enter into a lifelong covenant.In this episode of 25 Years Later… Now What?, Dennis & Loni get real about the wrong reasons people choose to get married and share lessons they’ve learned through 25 years of marriage.Because the wedding is one day… but marriage is the journey. ❤️🎙️ 25 Years Later… Now What?📅 Premieres Tuesday at 6 PM CST🔔 Set your reminder and join us in the YouTube Premiere chat!💬 What do YOU think is one of the wrong reasons to get married? Drop your thoughts in the comments. 👇🏽Better 2gether with Dennis & LoniReal Marriage. Biblical Truth. Practical Help.❤️ Helping couples navigate the real stuff of marriage and grow stronger together with God at the center.#Better2gether #25YearsLaterNowWhat #Marriage #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #Dating #Relationships

25 Years of Marriage: What’s Next?Twenty-five years of marriage is more than a milestone. It’s a testimony of God’s faithfulness.Through seasons of joy and hardship, answered prayers and unexpected challenges, God has been present in every chapter of our journey. In this special podcast, we’re celebrating 25 years of marriage while reflecting on the lessons, prayers, blessings, and moments that have shaped our relationship and strengthened our faith.And because so many of you have asked, we’re answering some of your questions! We’re opening up about marriage, faith, communication, challenges, forgiveness, family, growth, and what it really takes to keep choosing each other through every season.But after 25 years, we’re not just looking back. We’re asking, “God, what’s next?”Join us as we share our story, answer your questions, and talk about trusting God with the chapters still to come. Because our story isn’t just about two people who said “I do.” It’s about what happens when two people continue to say “yes” to God together.Twenty-five years of love.Twenty-five years of grace.Twenty-five years of God’s faithfulness.And by His grace, the best is still being written.

After 25 years together, we have discovered that marriage is not just about staying together. It is about growing together, praying together, forgiving each other, and continually choosing love. We have learned that some of life’s greatest lessons happen in the ordinary moments, the difficult seasons, the celebrations, and even the struggles.Through honest conversations and personal stories, we will share what 25 years of marriage has taught us about communication, commitment, forgiveness, friendship, intimacy, family, purpose, perseverance, and keeping God at the center of our relationship.We are not here because we have all the answers. We are here to share what we have learned, what we are still learning, and how God’s grace has shaped our journey.25 years. One journey. Countless lessons. A lifetime of love. And a God who has been faithful through it all.

**Till Myth Do Us Part… Where Marriage Myths Meet Reality**In this episode, we sit down for an honest and faith-centered discussion about the myths and misconceptions surrounding marriage. We’ll talk about what people expect marriage to be, what it’s really like, and what God’s Word teaches us about love, commitment, and partnership. Real conversations, real marriage, and biblical truth.👉 Subscribe for biblical marriage advice, relationship coaching, and real conversations that help couples stay and grow together.Looking for pre-marital or post-marital counseling? We’re SYMBIS-trained and Prepare/Enrich certified, here to support and strengthen your relationship.Watch, like, share, and subscribe to Better 2gether with Dennis and Loni C as we help couples build stronger, healthier, Christ-centered marriages. ❤️🙏🏽Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2getherSUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: / @better2getherwithdennisandloni 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford🎵 TikTok: @better2getherwithdenloni#podcast #PodcastEpisode #RelationshipPodcast #MarriageAdvice #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfLove #HealingJourney #CouplesCounseling #EmotionalHealth #GrowthMindset #RelationshipCoach #MarriageSupport #HealthyLove #LifeLessons #LoveAndRelationships

Welcome to Better 2Gether with Dennis & Loni C. Today we're talking about something that can transform every relationship you have: Grace Takes No Score. If you're always keeping track of who hurt whom, who apologized last, or who's done more, you're carrying a scoreboard that love was never meant to keep. Today, we're exploring what happens when grace replaces scorekeeping."👉 Subscribe for biblical marriage advice, relationship coaching, and real conversations that help couples stay and grow together.Looking for pre-marital or post-marital counseling? We’re SYMBIS-trained and Prepare/Enrich certified, here to support and strengthen your relationship.Watch, like, share, and subscribe to Better 2gether with Dennis and Loni C as we help couples build stronger, healthier, Christ-centered marriages. ❤️🙏🏽Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2getherSUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: / @better2getherwithdennisandloni 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford🎵 TikTok: @better2getherwithdenloni#podcast #PodcastEpisode #RelationshipPodcast #MarriageAdvice #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfLove #HealingJourney #CouplesCounseling #EmotionalHealth #GrowthMindset #RelationshipCoach #MarriageSupport #HealthyLove #LifeLessons #LoveAndRelationships

**Resting in God: The Secret to a Stronger, Healthier Marriage**In a culture that celebrates busyness, it's easy for marriages to become another place where we strive, perform, and simply try to keep up. But God designed something different. From the very beginning, He established the Sabbath as a gift—a sacred rhythm of rest that reminds us we are sustained by His presence, not by our constant effort.In this episode, we explore how embracing biblical rest and practicing the Sabbath can strengthen your marriage. Discover how setting aside intentional time to pause, worship, and reconnect with God creates space to reconnect with one another. We'll discuss how Sabbath helps couples slow down, communicate more deeply, release stress, and remember what truly matters.Rest is more than taking a day off—it's an act of trust. It declares that God is in control, even when life feels demanding. As couples learn to rest in Him together, they cultivate greater peace, patience, unity, and resilience in their relationship.Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by work, parenting, ministry, or the pace of everyday life, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical ways to make Sabbath a life-giving rhythm in your home. Join us as we discover how resting in God isn't stepping away from your marriage—it's one of the most powerful ways to invest in it. FREE 30-Minute ConsultationReserve your spot today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2gether/premaritalandmaritalcoachingWe'd be honored to walk alongside you as you build a marriage that reflects God's love, grace, and purpose.If this video encouraged you:👍 Like💬 Leave a comment sharing your thoughts📤 Share this video with another couple🔔 Subscribe for bi-weekly Christ-centered marriage encouragement and relationship tips.SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: / @better2getherwithdennisandloni 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford🎵 TikTok: @better2getherwithdenloniKeywords:Christian marriage, marriage coaching, biblical marriage, marriage advice, Christian couples, marriage help, relationship advice, faith-based marriage, surrender to God, healthy marriage, marriage communication, premarital coaching, Christian relationships, God-centered marriage, marriage ministry.#ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #MarriageCoaching #BiblicalMarriage #FaithBasedMarriage #RelationshipAdvice #MarriageHelp #SurrenderToGod #GodFirst #ChristianCouples #HealthyMarriage #MarriageCommunication #PremaritalCoaching #MarriageMinistry #Better2Gether

A surrendered marriage doesn't begin with a perfect spouse—it begins with two hearts fully surrendered to God.What does a surrendered marriage actually look like?It looks like choosing humility over pride.It looks like extending grace instead of keeping score.It looks like praying together, forgiving quickly, serving one another, and trusting God's design even when it's difficult.Before God calls us to surrender to each other, He first calls us to surrender to Him. When our hearts are yielded to Christ, our marriages become a reflection of His love, faithfulness, and sacrifice.Join us as we take a deep dive into what Scripture says about being a surrendered person and how that transforms a marriage. Together, we'll discover what it means to lay down our own will, embrace God's purpose, and build a relationship that honors Him.🎥 Watch, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don't miss a single episode of this powerful series:https://youtube.com/@better2getherwithdennisandloniWe'd love to hear from you! What does surrender in marriage mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments, tag your spouse or another couple who would be encouraged by this series, and save this post to revisit throughout the week. Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2getherSUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: / @better2getherwithdennisandloni 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford #SurrenderedMarriage #Better2Gether #BiblicalMarriage #ChristCenteredMarriage #KingdomMarriage #MarriageGodsWay #ChristianMarriage #FaithAndMarriage #MarriageMinistry #MarriageEncouragement #GodFirst #MarriageJourney #LoveLikeChrist #WalkByFaith #CouplesWhoPray #FaithFamilyMarriage #MarriageMatters #RelationshipGoalsGodsWay #GrowingTogether #KingdomCouples

Emotional baggage from past experiences can have a powerful impact on marriages and relationships. In this episode, we explore how unresolved hurt, trust issues, fears, and past disappointments can affect communication, intimacy, and connection with a partner. Join us as we discuss ways to recognize emotional baggage, heal from the past, and build healthier, stronger relationships based on trust, understanding, and growth.Watch, like, share, and subscribe to Better 2gether with Dennis and Loni C as we help couples build stronger, healthier, Christ-centered marriages. ❤️🙏🏽Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2getherSUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: / @better2getherwithdennisandloni 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford#podcast #PodcastEpisode #RelationshipPodcast #MarriageAdvice #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfLove #HealingJourney #CouplesCounseling #EmotionalHealth #GrowthMindset #RelationshipCoach #MarriageSupport #HealthyLove #LifeLessons #LoveAndRelationships

Drop the Baggage Before It Drops Your MarriageEvery person enters marriage carrying something from their past. Hurt, disappointment, fear, trust issues, family patterns, unforgiveness, past relationships, and unmet expectations can become emotional baggage that weighs down even the strongest marriages.In this episode of Better 2gether with Dennis and Loni C, we discuss how unresolved baggage can silently create distance, conflict, and disconnection between husband and wife. More importantly, we share practical and biblical principles to help couples identify, unpack, and heal from the things that threaten marital unity.God never intended for your marriage to be burdened by yesterday's pain. Healing is possible, freedom is available, and your marriage can thrive when you allow God to help you release what you've been carrying.Join us as we discuss:• How emotional baggage impacts marriage• Signs unresolved issues are affecting your relationship• The power of forgiveness and healing• Biblical strategies for breaking unhealthy patterns• How couples can move from surviving to thrivingDon't let yesterday's wounds determine tomorrow's marriage. It's time to drop the baggage before the baggage drops your marriage.Watch, like, share, and subscribe to Better 2gether with Dennis and Loni C as we help couples build stronger, healthier, Christ-centered marriages. ❤️🙏🏽Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2getherSUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: / @better2getherwithdennisandloni 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford#Better2gether #MarriageMatters #MarriageCoaching #ChristianMarriage #RelationshipGoals #MarriageHealing #DropTheBaggage #KingdomMarriage #MarriageRestoration #DennisAndLoniC

In this podcast episode, we discuss stonewalling in relationships, a concept identified by renowned relationship researcher John Gottman. Stonewalling occurs when one partner withdraws, shuts down, or avoids communication during conflict. We examine the impact of emotional flooding, the role of the "Four Horsemen," and evidence-based techniques for healthier conflict resolution and stronger relationships.Topics covered:What stonewalling isSigns of emotional withdrawalWhy people shut down during conflictEmotional flooding and stress responsesGottman's Four HorsemenHealthy alternatives to stonewallingTips for improving communication in relationships#Relationships #Communication #JohnGottman #Stonewalling #ConflictResolution #Marriage #MentalHealth #CouplesTherapy #Podcast #relationshipadvice#podcast #couples #marriageadvice #marriageadviceformen #marriageadviceformen#ytviral #ytshorts #ytviral#viral #viralvideos #hottopic Subscribe for biblical marriage advice, relationship coaching, and real conversations that help couples stay and grow together.Looking for pre-marital or post-marital counseling? We’re SYMBIS-trained and Prepare/Enrich certified, here to support and strengthen your relationship.Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2getherSUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEWYoutube Channel: /  @better2getherwithdennisandloni  🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-2gether-with-dennis-and-loni-c/id1493411834🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zzD6SK2z2ShNGq8Mlz5dn?si=947eac039b2a44c5FOLLOW BETTER2GETHER WITH DENNIS AND LONI C📸 Instagram: / better2gether with dennis and loni c📘 Facebook: / Dennis and Loni Crawford

Why do we become defensive when we feel criticized, misunderstood, or hurt? In this episode, we explore Dr. John Gottman’s research on defensiveness and how it impacts communication in marriage, family, and everyday relationships. Through a Christian perspective, we discuss how fear, pride, and insecurity can keep us from truly hearing one another and how God calls us to respond with humility, patience, and grace.Together, we’ll talk about practical ways to lower defensiveness, improve communication, and create healthier conversations rooted in love and respect. We’ll also reflect on biblical principles such as being “quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry,” while learning how confession, forgiveness, and empathy can strengthen relationships.Whether you are married, dating, leading a family, or simply trying to grow emotionally and spiritually, this episode offers encouragement and practical tools to help you communicate with wisdom, peace, and Christ-centered love.If you’re struggling in your marriage or want to strengthen your relationship before problems grow, this episode is for you.👉 Subscribe for biblical marriage advice, relationship coaching, and real conversations that help couples stay and grow together.Looking for pre-marital or post-marital counseling? We’re SYMBIS-trained and Prepare/Enrich certified, here to support and strengthen your relationship.Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2gether

Contempt in Marriage: The Point of No Return | Gottman’s Four Horsemen Explained #relationshipgoals #marriage #gottman #podcast #contempt What is contempt in a relationship, and how does it destroy marriages? In this episode, we break down how contempt—identified by Dr. John Gottman as the most dangerous of the Four Horsemen—can become the true point of no return.Contempt in marriage goes beyond frustration or anger. It shows up as sarcasm, disrespect, eye-rolling, and emotional disconnect. Over time, these behaviors erode trust, kill intimacy, and create deep resentment that can be hard—if not impossible—to repair.We also explore the full framework of the Four Horsemen: criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling—and why contempt is considered the biggest predictor of divorce.In this episode, you’ll learn:What contempt in a relationship really looks likeThe early signs of contempt in marriageWhy contempt is the most toxic communication patternHow emotional disconnection develops over timeCan a relationship recover from contempt?If you’re dealing with marriage problems, communication breakdown, or emotional distance, this conversation offers real insight into what’s happening—and what it means for your relationship.💔 When contempt takes over, love doesn’t just fade… it’s replaced. Looking for pre-marital or post-marital counseling? We’re SYMBIS-trained and Prepare/Enrich certified, here to support and strengthen your relationship.Schedule your **FREE 30-minute consultation** today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2gethercontempt in marriage, what is contempt in a relationship, signs of contempt in marriage, how contempt destroys marriages, four horsemen gottman, gottman four horsemen, relationship advice, marriage problems, signs of divorce, toxic relationships, emotional disconnection, communication in relationships, criticism contempt defensiveness stonewalling, gottman method, relationship psychology, failing marriage signs, how relationships end, marriage help, couples therapy insights, love and resentment, respect in relationships, marriage breakdown, relationship red flags, saving a marriage, why marriages fail #Contempt #MarriageAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #Gottman #MarriageProblems #ToxicRelationships #CouplesTherapy #EmotionalHealth #LoveAndRelationships

On this episode of Better 2 Gether with Dennis and Loni, we dive into the real problems couples face and how Divorce Prevention Coaching provides biblical solutions that actually work.With over 25 years of marriage experience, we share wisdom, transparency, and practical tools to help couples overcome challenges and grow stronger together. We’re not perfect—but we are perfect for each other—and we’re here to help you build a healthier, God-centered relationship.In this episode, we address:Communication breakdown in marriageEmotional disconnection and distanceRepeating the same argumentsTrust issues and broken foundationsLack of intimacy and closenessFeeling stuck or losing hope in your relationshipIf you’re struggling in your marriage or want to strengthen your relationship before problems grow, this episode is for you. Looking for pre-marital or post-marital counseling? We’re SYMBIS-trained and Prepare/Enrich certified, here to support and strengthen your relationship. Schedule your FREE 30-minute consultation today:https://calendly.com/bettertwo2gether👉 Subscribe for biblical marriage advice, relationship coaching, and real conversations that help couples stay and grow together.

In this episode, we discuss one of the silent killers in marriage that many couples avoid talking about—issues like poor communication, pride, unforgiveness, and emotional distance that slowly weaken a relationship over time.We also talk about the spiritual side of marriage. God designed marriage to be built on unity and love, but the devil often tries to bring division between couples through misunderstanding, offense, temptation, and unresolved conflict.When couples keep God at the center through prayer, humility, and honest communication, they can recognize these attacks and protect their relationship. Unity becomes possible when both partners choose to stand together instead of allowing division to grow.Join us as we have an honest conversation about faith, marriage, and how to guard your relationship while keeping God at the center. 🎙️🎥 Watch the episode here:https://youtu.be/eZgo7c4-4II📅 New Episodes Every Other Tuesday at 6 PM CST👉 Subscribe to the channel so you never miss a conversation about faith, marriage, relationships, and growing together in God.Connect With Us:Subscribe here: https://youtube.com/@better2getherwithdennisandloni