Welcome to the MarriageToday Podcast! We're Jimmy and Karen Evans, and in this episode, we're diving into the critical topic of having an emergency relief plan for your marriage. Drawing parallels to hurricane evacuation routes, we share personal insights on the importance of being prepared for crisis situations, even those that might seem less severe. We emphasize the impact of emotional decision-making on marriages and highlight the need for help and counseling. From pastors to trusted friends, we encourage you to build a support system and be accountable to others. This isn't just advice; it's our heartfelt call to action—reach out, seek help, and strengthen your marriage.----------------------Need Marriage Help?: https://xomarriage.com/marriage-help/Need a romantic Date? Register here for XO24 Conference from the comfort of your home! :https://www.xonow.com/pages/xo-now-at-homeMore resources from our team: https://store.xomarriage.com/products/married-into-the-familyGrab a copy of our new book:https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/black-friday-exclusives/products/i-will-----------------------Takeaways

Having an emergency relief plan for your marriage is crucial to navigate crisis situations.

Seeking help and counseling is not a sign of weakness but a sign of wisdom.

Building a support system of godly friends and mentors is essential for a healthy marriage.

Being accountable to others and submitting to authority can protect and strengthen your marriage.

-----------------------Chapters00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast00:34 The Importance of Having an Emergency Relief Plan01:31 Making a Plan for Crisis Situations02:29 Seeking Help and Counseling03:27 Availability of Marriage Counseling04:23 The Consequences of Not Seeking Help05:23 The Importance of Outside Influence and Perspective06:21 Creating a Support System07:18 The Role of Church and Godly Friends08:17 The Value of Accountability09:42 The Importance of Submission to Authority10:12 The Need for External Help in Complicated Situations11:37 Encouragement to Seek Help and Counseling12:07 Conclusion and Call to ActionLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices