Relationships take a lot of work to maintain and grow in. Differences come up whether we like it or not and points of conflict can make us feel like running as far away as possible. Finding points of connection can feel like finding a needle in a haystack, but the relationship grows best when we love bravely. Married couple, Rob and Joanna Teigen, have worked through many ups and downs throughout their marriage. Join them and hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy as they reflect on marriage and the work it takes to build healthy relationships while loving each other bravely.

About Our Guests:

Rob and Joanna have celebrated over twenty-five years of marriage and are loving life with two sons, three daughters, and a beautiful daughter-in-law. They share an addiction to coffee, bookstores, and Christmas music. They debate whether two dogs are enough and who should win “The Voice” every season. Rob and Joanna are a neat-freak married to a mess, an explorer to a homebody, and an introvert to a ‘people person.’ But they do agree that their vows are for always, children are a gift, and prayer is powerful. Over the years, the Teigens have lived in five states as they made their way to West Michigan. Serving as foster parents, marriage mentors, small-group leaders, and authors, they are passionate to help couples and moms and dads experience the power of God in their families. They look forward to meeting you here, supporting your pursuit of God and the hearts of your loved ones. They can’t wait to grow together with you.

Notes and Quotes: 

• In marriage you have your individual struggles and your individual passions, but you have to figure out how to bring those together.—Rob Teigen
• When people ask, ‘how have you stayed married?’ Sometimes the response is just, “I stayed.”—Elisa Morgan
• The marriage covenant may keep you together, but you can’t let yourself stay there. God wants so much more for marriage.—Rob Teigen
• There are different seasons in marriage, but you can’t let your feelings convince you they’re true. —Eryn Eddy
• Even after thirty years of marriage, it requires continuous work.—Rob Teigen
• Marriage and parenting is like being in charge of someone’s soul.—Rob Teigen

Verses: 

• 1 John 5:14 
• 1 Corinthians 13:7

Links: 

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• Elisa’s Instagram: elisa morgan author
• Eryn’s Instagram: eryneddy
• Rob and Joanna Teigen’s website and bookstore: https://growinghometogether.com/