Lightbulb Moments in Marriage with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs

About this episode

Dr. Emerson Eggerichs discusses transformative insights on love and marriage based on his extensive experience and research.

In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by author, speaker, and founder of Love and Respect Ministries , Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, to talk about some lightbulb moments that comprehensively change our views of love, marriage, and relationships. Drawing on Scripture and decades of counseling experience and research, Dr. Eggerichs shows how couples can move from presumption and conflict to understanding and grace. Dr. Eggerichs is an internationally known public speaker on the topic of male-female relationships. He has authored many books, including the national bestseller Love & Respect , which is a Platinum and Book of the Year award winner, selling over two million copies. He is also the Founder and President of Love and Respect Ministries, along with his wife, Sarah, who serves as Vice President. Married since 1973, they live in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and have three adult children. Resources: Lightbulb Moments in Marriage: 12 Biblical Perspectives for Successful and Satisfied Couples , Emerson Eggerichs Love & Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs , Emerson Eggerichs Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression…

People in this episode

Host: Bradley Gray

Guest: Dr Emerson Eggerichs

Topics covered

• marriage
• relationships
• love
• counseling
• Christianity

Keywords

• lightbulb moments
• understanding
• grace
• scripture
• conflict resolution

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Lightbulb Moments in Marriage: 12 Biblical Perspectives for Successful and Satisfied Couples, Love & Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs

Books & works: Lightbulb Moments in Marriage, Scripture, Love & Respect, Lightbulb Moments in Marriage: 12 Biblical Perspectives for Successful and Satisfied Couples, Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment

Places: Grand Rapids, Michigan, Central Pennsylvania

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