How to Have Hope in the Darkest Times with Ken Guidroz | Ep. 644

After a few “golden years” of ministry for Ken Guidroz and his family, things imploded. When Ken had to face the unimaginable as a dad, faith was hard to find. Hope seemed distant as he, his wife, and their marriage both struggled to recover. Today Ken shares the story of how they clung to each other and found hope to move forward together, through their darkest season.  We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage.    Episode highlights include:  How to hold onto faith when you feel hopeless  Maintaining marriage unity while holding different parenting values  How to recover from marriage disagreements you can’t forget Ken’s story of breaking through to the other side after a dark season  *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!    Couples Conversation Guide:    Main takeaway: When your marriage is rocked by the unexpected, allow your spouse to process the way they need to. Focus on supporting one another, and finding common bonds.    Questions to Discuss:  What has been your hardest marriage season? What helped you stay close in that time?  What is one way you can strengthen your marriage today to protect it for the future?    QUOTES  In some ways, it was our toughest time ever. In other ways, it was “you and me, honey, against the world.” - Ken Guidroz  To say we felt like we had a scarlet letter on our chest is an understatement. - Ken Guidroz  We were partners in the pit. It was tough. But it also cemented us for life. - Ken Guidroz  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Find more of Ken’s writing, including his book, Letters to My Son in Jail, on his website  15 Better Assumptions To Make About Your Spouse is a free printable to help you set your mind on what is true, right and good. Learn more here!   

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Far too many couples are just surviving their marriage when it was meant to thrive. This is the place for practical tips on how to build an awesome marriage. Our passion is to help you strengthen your marriage. Dr. Kim Kimberling hosts the show. Dr. Kim is the President of Awesome Marriage, has been married for over 50 years, and has been a professional counselor for 40+ years. He is the author of 7 Secrets to An Awesome Marriage ,14 Keys To Lasting Love, and most recently Love, Intimacy and Sex in the Second Half. Dr. Kim will be joined once a month by his wife of 55 years, Nancy Kimberling. He will also host other great guests that will teach and encourage you as you intentionally pursue an awesome marriage. Tune in each week to hear practical advice from Dr. Kim. This podcast is brought to you by the ministry of Awesome Marriage.