Marriage isn’t meant to be frictionless—but it is meant to be transformative. Arlene Pellicane joins Dr. Jim Burns to unpack the growing pains of marriage, why the hard seasons can actually make it good, and how relying on the Holy Spirit softens hearts when conflict hits. They explore why communication breakdowns derail most marriages and how shifting from a “serve me” mindset to Christ-like service changes everything. In a culture that treats marriage as disposable, this conversation reframes it as a profound blessing—and a refining gift worth fighting for.

Resources:

• Making Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life by Arlene Pellicane
• Arlene Pellicane’s Website
• National Marriage Week - Feb 7-14
• San Antonio Marriage Initiative
• Refreshing Your Marriage Conference - March 27-28
• Episode 44-Making Marriage Easier with Arlene Pellicane
• HomeWord.com
• HomeWord YouTube
• Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs
• Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905
• Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com

Order Jim’s Books:

• PRE-ORDER Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope (Releases May 5, 2026)

• A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body

• Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

• Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities

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