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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

Focus on the Family

Building Trust & Friendship

JUN 23, 202611 MIN
Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

Building Trust & Friendship

JUN 23, 202611 MIN

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Just like your house needs a solid foundation, your marriage needs trust. Dr. Henry Cloud joins Jim Daly to share about why showing empathy is required for building trust. Then, Erin Smalley explains why trust is necessary for having a deeper friendship with your spouse.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Trust   Focus on Marriage Assessment    Learning to Build Healthy Trust    Download the Godcaster App   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.