We live in a culture today that minimizes the value of sex. Everyone is encouraged to follow their heart, do what makes them feel good, and get it all out before getting married. Ultimately, we live in a culture that is practicing for divorce. However, the value of sex can truly be seen in how culture shifts it's perspective on infidelity. In that case, you are told how valuable sex is. We are told that if this ever happens, someone can never change. The lie of "Once a cheater, always a cheater," is a rallying cry.  We encourage you, please pay attention. Don't devalue something your whole life, only to value it once it has been broken. Don't allow for the small steps in the wrong direction to lead you down roads you never imagined going.  Protect your sexuality, protect your eyes, protect your marriage bed....because it does matter. And also remember that our God is big enough to cover every mistake that has ever been made. You can lean into Him for healing and for reconciliation.  Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.  As always, we would love to hear from you! DM us on social media, and follow us wherever you listen to Podcasts. https://linktr.ee/UnrelentingPursuit -Social Media [email protected] - Email Us --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unrelentingpursuit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unrelentingpursuit/support

One of the greatest elements we see in thriving marriages, and those that have successfully navigated healing after a crisis, is the ability to own their part. Over and over we see couples playing the blame game. If it isn't their spouse, they blame other aspects of their past as an excuse for their present behavior.  The blame game only breeds hurt, and shame, and leads to disrespect. Before blaming ask yourself these questions... Does it really matter? What is your end goal? What can YOU do? Take ownership of your part. Take ownership of your thoughts, your behavior, your manipulative tactics. Trust your spouse to God. He can do a much better job than you ever could. https://linktr.ee/UnrelentingPursuit -Social Media [email protected] - Email Us --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unrelentingpursuit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unrelentingpursuit/support

Is there a right way to fight? In this episode, we discuss four different ways that couples tend to handle conflict from the book Vertical Marriage by Dave & Ann Wilson.  "Win. A winner is usually good at conflict. Winners actually like conflict and are skilled at winning the argument. They bring eyewitness accounts and evidence, complete with full-color pictures, proving they are right." "Yield. A yielder will "give in" to bring harmony to the relationship. Yielders believe that the marriage is more important than this one, isolated conflict, so they yield to bring peace back to the marriage." "Withdraw. A withdrawer hates conflict. Withdrawers will do whatever it takes to stay away from conflict. If they can leave the room, consider them gone. But if leaving is not possible, they will shut down emotionally instead. It is very difficult to even engage in conflict.  "Resolve. A resolver will do whatever it takes to arrive at a resolution. Resolvers can't stand to live life without their conflicts being resolved. It takes a lot of work, but they will roll up their sleeves and get it done in whatever way possible." Which one do you think you are? Now, what about your spouse? Is your natural tendency in handling conflict helping or hurting your relationship? We challenge you to evaluate this and write down healthy ways you can handle your next conflict. Then DO those things. Now that you are armed with the information, you are not accountable for the information. Who you naturally are is not an excuse for behavior, but an opportunity to grow.  We would love for you to follow our Podcast and our social media.  Click Below... https://linktr.ee/UnrelentingPursuit -Social Media [email protected] - Email Us --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unrelentingpursuit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unrelentingpursuit/support