About this episode

The episode discusses four ways to actively pursue healing and restoration in a marriage after sexual betrayal.

We’ve walked the hard road of betrayal and addiction, and we know that half-measures simply don’t cut it when you are fighting for the heart of your marriage. True healing isn’t about just stopping the bad behavior—it’s about actively pursuing the life God intended for your covenant, even when the path is difficult. Today, we’re talking about what it really takes to go the extra mile. We’re discussing why settling for the bare minimum keeps so many couples stuck, and how leaning into the uncomfortable work is exactly what separates those who survive from those who truly thrive in restoration. We pray this blesses you, Johnny and Emily 💚TIP JAR If this episode brought you hope or encouragement, please leave us a little blessing to help us keep our content ad-free! 💜Work with us! coaching.beyondbrokenvows.com 💜Hang out with us and support our ministry on Patreon, beyondbrokenvows.com/partner 💜Become a Beyond Broken Vows Insider! Receive our weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes stories, marriage tips, podcast previews and early access to giveaways and promotions! insider.beyondbrokenvows.com RESOURCES: Download our e-book, “9 Steps to Healing After Sexual Betrayal: For…

People in this episode

Hosts: Emily Spigelmire, Johnny Spigelmire

Topics covered

• sexual betrayal
• marriage recovery
• intimacy
• healing
• addiction
• Christianity

Keywords

• sexual betrayal
• marriage recovery
• healing
• Christian marriage
• intimacy
• addiction
• Covenant Eyes

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