The Reluctant Missionary

Authentic stories from the travels of Michael Smalley.

A devotion about trust when things don't go your way by Kris DeJeet morning devos for couples podcast Jan 08, 2021

My friend and colleague sent me a devotional he wrote for himself. I knew instantly it would bless anyone willing to read and believe! - Michael Smalley

by Kris DeJeet

"Blessed is the man who...

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What is one word that can change my marriage? marriage podcast questions and conversations Dec 15, 2020

What is one word that will change my marriage?

* assist
* help
* benefit
* do a kindness
* go fifty-fifty
* gratify the wishes of
* make room
* meet halfway
* meet the wants
* take it
* be kind...

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How do I stay with a miserable spouse? marriage podcast questions and conversations Dec 14, 2020

How do I stay with someone when they:

  • Consistently shift blame
  • Take no personal responsibility
  • Blame their behaviors on their childhood
  • Gaslight most conversations that are emotional
  • Can’t...
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Unbreakable: Strategy Three - Connect and I mean sexually marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 10, 2020

The final strategy may be (ok...it is!) the best part of the entire Unbreakable series! Now don't mess it up.

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Unbreakable: Strategy Two - live in harmony marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 09, 2020

You are in a precarious position, things are getting better, but... Now is the time to rebuild friendship and lean into your new normal.

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Unbreakable: Strategy One - to ask or not to ask and other special issues marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 08, 2020

You need to know the right questions to ask and answer because the wrong questions will lead you down a path of destruction!

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Unbreakable: Strategy One - the wounded marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 07, 2020

If you feel betrayed in your relationship then follow these steps and wait for the miracle!

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Unbreakable: Strategy One - the broken or offender marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 04, 2020

Here's what you have to do to have a chance at reconciliation after a traumatic wound.

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Unbreakable: Wounds vs Betrayal marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 03, 2020

Any type of betrayal can cause emotional distress, but you might experience lingering trauma when someone you depend on to respect your needs and generally help safeguard your well-being violates...

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New series about to start...Unbreakable marriage podcast unbreakable Dec 02, 2020

The thing you want most from your spouse is often what is broken the most! Trust. A new series is about to start, Unbreakable, Three Proven Strategies to Overcome Hurt, Betrayal, and Broken...

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