Must-Have Conversations: Episode 472
Feb 16, 2017
Guests: Andrew Hess, Ashley Mazelin, Brandon Wilson, Paul Batura
and
Greg Smalley
[53:55] -
Things you must talk about before tying the knot, plus Paul Batura dishes on famous adoptees, and advice on handling relational conflict.
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Featured musical artist: Ginny Owens
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Topics to Discuss Before Marriage
Guests: Andrew Hess, Ashley Mazelin
and
Brandon Wilson
[20:45] -
You've heard it said that it's a lot easier to plan a wedding than a lifelong marriage. It's tempting to get caught up in romance and your hopes for the future; as a result, some of the tougher relational topics can get swept under the rug or ignored altogether. But there are a few subjects that absolutely must be discussed before you walk down the aisle. Our panel gives you the scoop.
Did You Know They Were Adopted?
Guests: Paul Batura
[24:26] -
You probably know someone who was adopted. Maybe that person is you. But did you know that a number of famous artists, entertainers, world leaders and thinkers share this status? Paul Batura profiles many of them in his book Chosen for Greatness. A dad of three adopted sons, Paul shows us how adoption can truly set a course for lasting impact on the world — or in the case of the most famous adoptee, Jesus Christ, on eternity.
The Absence of Conflict
Guests: Greg Smalley
[6:00] -
Their relationship is serious, but they have yet to experience conflict. Dating long-distance means they have less opportunity to rub each other the wrong way and disagree on important issues. Is this a problem? If so, what should they do about it? Dr. Greg Smalley weighs in.