Rock Solid Families
306 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsRock Solid Families is committed to helping educate, equip, and empower families to be all God created them to be! Merrill and Linda Hutchinson began Rock Solid Families in October of 2018. They have over 60 years of combined experience in teaching, public speaking, counseling, ministry, and coaching. After much prayer, Merrill and Linda made the decision to step down from their full time positions in the church and public school to focus on strengthening families. Both believe that healthy schools, churches, and communities depend on strong and healthy families. This weekly podcast is made possible through the generous financial support of community partners. With the help of local sponsors and the word spreading through listeners like you, Rock Solid Families is helping to build stronger communities one family at a time!
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Are You Ready? The Parable of the 10 Virgins speaks to all of us. Ep 236
June 24, 2024 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBBeing prepared is the name of the game for first responders. They must be prepared to walk into the most difficult of situations and do the right thing. We would do well to treat our life journey in a similar fashion. No matter the day, we must be prepared to walk through difficult times and do the right thing. But, the question is, "What's the right thing?" In the parable of the 10 Virgins we learn that the right thing is being prepared to meet God on the day of judgement. Are we ready...
What's A Strong Dad Look LIke? Ep. 291
June 17, 2024 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBWe often talk about the importance of having a strong father figure in the house. But, we don't always talk about what the characteristics of the strong father are. In the parable of the Prodigal Son, we get an incredible picture of what it looks like to be a Strong Dad! Here are six ways that the Father responds to us so that we can respond the same to our children. Unconditional Love: The father's love transcends the son's rebellion. He doesn't withhold affection as punishment.For Dads...
How's Your Dirt? Is your life-soil fertile enough to produce the crop you desire? Ep 290
June 10, 2024 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBJesus frequently spoke in parables to teach the people of the day. The parables sometimes seemed to be not so straight forward. Almost like riddles. He then makes the point that those who do not have the heart and mind to hear them will not understand them. His point simply being that you have to be prepared and ready to receive the Word of God. Sometimes the word is referred to as the "seed". This is the Parable of the Sower or sometimes called the Parable of the Four Soils. Jesus t...
"But I didn't Sleep With Them" - Emotional Affairs - Ep 289
June 03, 2024 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBNot many would question whether or not having an affair can be very destructive to a marriage. Some may argue that it can spice up your marriage or make life more interesting, but if we have to be honest, we at Rock Solid Families have never seen that outcome. Infidelity comes at a cost and often it is the price of divorce and brokenness. But what if we go so far as to connect with someone else through sharing of conversation, dreams, and even time together, but don't go so far as having ...
Are We Teaching Our Kids to be Producers or Consumers? Ep 288
May 26, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBSummer is upon us and many parents are wondering how and what they are going to be doing with their kids through the Summer days. Something to consider is the mindset that you allow your kids to be in. Are they in the mindset of producing something that serves themselves as well as others? Or, are they in the mindset of "it's my break so everyone should serve me?" We understand that not many parents are going to cater to their child's every little want, but you may be surprised how much...
The Harrison Butker Discussion - What was he really saying? Episode 287
May 20, 2024 01:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBHave you listened to the Harrison Butker commencement speech? If you are a Christian living a Christian lifestyle, you will likely find the speech good, but not surprising. However, if you watched the news media stories you got the idea that Harrison was trying to command all women to forget about careers and stay home to make babies. That is not at all what his speech was about, but that's not what the media wanted you to believe. In our show we discuss Harrison's message and his audi...
Are We Bringing People to Christ or Driving Them Away? Ep 286
May 13, 2024 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBHave you ever been turned off by someone's hardriving fire and brimstone evangelism. It typically comes with great fervor and intention, but the delivery leaves a lot to be desired. We are currently living in a time when church participation is dropping and people are making their "own" gods to fulfill their needs. When asked about following Jesus or being Christian they make statements like, "I tried it once and it's not for me. If we dig down a little deeper, we often find that people ...
You're Not Enough - Something or somebody will never make you feel like you are enough. Ep 285
May 06, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThe endless search for finding a content and complete life can be exhausting. Looking for people and things to make us feel like we finally have it all together is the great quest. But, is this really the quest you want to take? The great philosophers have repeated over and over that we can not find life happiness in people and things. We must go elsewhere. That's what this show is about. Where is the elsewhere? To put it simply, it is starting by grounding ourselves in the knowledge...
You're Not Enough - Something or somebody will never make your feel like you are enough. Ep 285
May 06, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThe endless search for finding a content and complete life can be exhausting. Looking for people and things to make us feel like we finally have it all together is the great quest. But, is this really the quest you want to take? The great philosophers have repeated over and over that we can not find life happiness in people and things. We must go elsewhere. That's what this show is about. Where is the elsewhere? To put it simply, it is starting by grounding ourselves in the knowledge...
Bringing Out the Best in Your Spouse - Ep 284
April 25, 2024 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBMarriage is a creation of God’s and is meant to be a blessing. So, how can we do that better? Advice - Recognize you are on the same team. Submit to one another for the good of the team, i.e. marriage. Ephesians 5:21-33 - Verse 33: … every husband must love his wife as himself, and every wife must respect her husband. One of you is not better than the other. You are equal players in this endeavor. No more trying to win for the SE...
The Child that Cries Wolf - How to parent children that excessively complain. Ep 283
April 22, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBBackground - Philippians 2:14-15 Do All things without complaining and disrupting that you may become blameless and harmless children of God. Let’s just start with an example: Your child is quick to tell you about every time they have an ache or pain. When they are telling you about the ache it is often with such emotion that you wonder how they are even living through it. Then, five minutes later, you hear laughing and playing outside and you look only to see that same child playing wit...
Time to Get in Shape! Maximizing Work Capacity: Functional Fitness for Everyday Life - Ep 282
April 15, 2024 01:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBAre you fit enough to do every day life? We often hear about building muscle and scuptling the perfect body, but the truth is, many of us don't have the time or interest to build the perfect body, we just want to be active and healthy. In today's show Merrill discusses the concept of building Work Capacity. Work Capacity is our abiltiy to do work. Nothing fancy. Work by definition is Force x Distance. That means you apply a certain amount of force in order to move an object. Work Ca...
The Bible-Where Do You Start as a Family? How to teach the Bible to your kids. Ep - 281
April 08, 2024 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBHave you ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of incorporating the Bible into your family's daily life? Fear not! Our latest conversation provides a relatable and supportive guide to navigating scripture and its enduring teachings. Merrill and Linda are transparent about their ignorant beginnings in their faith and how they felt overwhelmed by all they didn't know. However, it was from a thirst for understanding and incredibly loving people that surrounded them that they began to experience...
Excessive Parenting-When is it too much? Ep - 280
March 25, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWe live in a culture of excess. We have more stuff now than ever. More clothes, more food, more comforts, and more parenting. Yes, even more parenting. In this age when our kids seem to have it all, they also have way more parenting hovering over them. As we have indulged our kids with stuff, we also have found ourselves indulging in way too many aspects of their lives. Total lack of parental involvement definitely is not a good thing in today's world. But, governing the details of thei...
It Takes Two Healthy People to Make One Healthy Marriage - Ep - 279
March 17, 2024 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBNo doubt about it, marriage can be difficult. Anytime we are putting two people with differing ideas and opinions together for one common cause, we are bound to have conflict. Yes, we can and we should develop our communication skills, build our trust, and treat each other with respect. However, these essential relationship attributes could be meaningless if we have unhealthy individuals. If one has significant past trauma, drug or alcohol addiction, or mental illness, to name a few, the...
Introducing Jenna Helton and God's Blessing in our First Banquet! - Ep - 278
March 11, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBLots of exciting things going on with Rock Solid Families and the mission! In this show we introduce the newest employee of Rock Solid Families, Jenna Helton. Once we decided to have a banquet in 2024, we recognized the need for more help. Jenna to the rescue! We first brought Jenna on just as a subcontractor to help with the organizing and set up of the banquet. It didn't take long for us to recognize what Jenna brought to the table. She is an initiator, creative, hardworking, and love...
Shame on You! - Do you shame your kids? How can we separate discipline from shaming? Ep 277
March 01, 2024 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBSo why this topic of Shame Free parenting? As parents, our job is to help our children meet their physical, cognitive AND emotional needs. Physical abuse or neglect is a lot easier to spot and call out. Even cognitive is easier. If the child isn’t getting to school or learning how to walk, talk, or read or socialize….it shows pretty early. But emotional needs are just as important. They give our kids stability, self confidence, and the ability to have empathy and compassion for others. S...
The Dating Game; Exciting, Exhausing, Exploring, and Hopefully Rewarding, Done God's Way! Ep 276
February 26, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBAs with all our shows, we’re approaching this topic of dating later in life from a Christian perspective. We believe it’s the healthiest way to approach dating. Looking at every date through the lens of a good, good father who is crazy about you and has amazing plans for your life is very different than how the world views dating. Proverbs 4:23 reminds us to guard our heart above all things because everything you do flows from it. We say all this knowing already we are swimming up strea...
The Saddest Generation? The saddest generation of modern times - What went wrong? Ep. 275
February 18, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBToday’s topic is one we have visited before. But today, we would like to address the topic from a different angle. As parents we would never want to intentionally hurt our kids. We desire the best for them and all of the best opportunities to do well in life. But, over the years we have lost sight of what “the best” really means for our kids. In many cases we have recognized what we have earned or achieved as adults and want to hand that right over to our kids. This might sound like...
What About Love? From Passionate Eros, Family Bonds, Brotherly Love and the Sacrificial Love of Agape. Learn How to Build and Maintain the Love in Your Marriage. Ep 274
February 12, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBEmbark with Linda and me on an intimate exploration of the complex tapestry of love, from its passionate beginnings to the profound connections we cherish in friendships and family. We're unwrapping the mystery of love's many forms, starting with a look at 'Eros' - the romantic, fiery love that often gets our hearts racing. But we won't stop there; we're threading through the realms of 'Phileo' and 'Storge', illuminating the bonds that fortify friendships and family ties. Together, we'll nav...
7 "Must Do's" of Co-Parenting - Ep. 273
February 05, 2024 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBIn a perfect world I think we could agree that keeping marriages healthy and two parents in the house raising the children is the optimal situation. But, we live in a less than optimal world. As this relates to the home we often have marriages coming apart and children being raised by parents or step parents that often desire little to do with each other. The result can be a devastating environment to raise a child. In our work at Rock Solid Families we see divorced or separated parent...
Does My Kid Need Therapy - Episode 272
January 22, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBShould I seek counseling or therapy for my child? Here are some things to consider Advice - Before jumping into therapy, have you considered that you, as the parent, are likely to have the greatest influence and support in helping your child through many situations. Oftentimes we suggest that we spend our counseling sessions with the parents to help give them the tools necessary to tend to their child. The counselor is typically only going to see your child a couple times a month fo...
Determining the Will of God - Episode 271
January 15, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBMaking difficult decisions can be stressful and even paralyzing. "Should I take the job or not? "Where should I live?" " How should I spend my money?" "What should I study in school?" "Who should I marry?" As you can see the list can seem to go on and on. The "right" answer seems to be hidden and rarely appears to give us that definitive statement that we are searching for. Seeking God's Will can be challenging, but in this episode, Linda and Merrill discuss six things we can do to help...
What Are Your SMART Goals for 2024? - Episode 270
January 08, 2024 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBNow that the new year is started, have you taken any time to recalibrate your goals? Did you even have any goals? Often we stop setting goals because we seem to fail at reaching them more than we would like to admit. This leads us to stop the goal setting process and just let life happen. How about this year you take a different approach. How about setting S.M.A.R.T. goals? In this show Linda and Merrill specifically guide you through the process of making goals more realistic and ach...
Time to Get Your Priorities Right for 2024 - Episode 269
January 01, 2024 19:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBHere we are, starting a New Year! It's hard to believe but great to know that we can take some time to re-prioritize and get back on track in areas that we may have strayed. In particular, how have you been doing with your relationships? Do you have your priorities straight with them? Where do you place your kids relative to your spouse? How about God? Where does he rank in the priority list? Having your priorities right is more than a matter of words, it is a matter of actions. ...
Gifts for Better Relationships - Episode 268
December 25, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBSupport the Show. #Rocksolidfamilies, #familytherapy, #marriagecounseling, #parenting, #faithbasedcounseling, #counseling, #Strongdads, #coaching, #lifecoach, #lifecoaching, #marriagecoaching, #marriageandfamily, #control, #security, #respect, #affection, #love, #purpose, #faith, #affairs, #infidelity
Mean Girls, Drama Queens, What's Up With All This Stuff? - Episode 267
December 18, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBRock Solid Families EP 267: Mean Girls, Drama Queens, What's Up With All This Stuff? Linda Hutchinson and Meredith Scudder Are you tired of getting caught up in drama and conflict? Ready to break free from the toxic triangle that keeps you stuck? Then you need to listen to this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast. In this eye-opening conversation, hosts Linda Hutchinson and Meredith Scudder dive deep into the Drama Triangle and its ineffective way of handling conflict. But here's th...
Teaching Your Kids the Value of Money - Episode 266
December 11, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBRock Solid Families - EP266 - Teaching Your Kids the Value of Money Merrill and Linda Are you tired of feeling like an ATM for your kids? Do you want to teach them the value of a dollar and help them become financially responsible adults? Then you need to listen to this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast. In this eye-opening conversation, hosts Linda and Merrill Hutchinson discuss the importance of teaching kids about money from a young age. They share personal stories and practica...
No More Holiday Drama - Episode 265
December 04, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBAre you tired of the same old family drama ruining your holiday season? Well, in this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson dive into the topic of navigating family dynamics during the holidays. They discuss the commercialization and disruption of Christmas, as well as the struggles and broken relationships that often arise. But fear not, because they provide practical advice and strategies to help you navigate these challenges and make the most of th...
Talking to Your Kids About Homosexuality - Episode 264
November 27, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBHow do we, as Christian parents, guide our children through the complex topics of marriage, sex, and homosexuality from a biblical perspective? This challenging question sets the stage for our latest podcast episode. Our hosts delve into the delicate task of educating children about these important subjects, emphasizing the necessity of age-appropriate, biblically grounded discussions. They highlight the Christian view of marriage as a union between a man and a woman and discuss sex as a sac...
Talking to Your Kids About Good vs Evil - Episode 263
November 20, 2023 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBRock Solid Families - EP263 Israel-Hamas War: Talking to Your Kids About Good vs Evil Merrill and Linda Hutchinson “Teach your children to pray so that if their little hearts feel heavy, they can go to God and not the world.” These powerful words from the Rock Solid Families podcast episode on parenting through dark times resonate deeply. As we reflect on war going on between Russia and Ukraine and war going on between Israel and Hamas, both adults and children are seeing and hearing painf...
Conflict in the Marriage Requires the Huddle - Episode 262
November 13, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBHave you ever felt like counseling is too female-oriented? Well, you're not alone. In the latest episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, Merrill and Linda Hutchinson delve into the vital role of communication in resolving relationship conflicts. Merrill brings up an interesting point about the counseling field often being skewed towards women, highlighting the importance of communication styles that effectively resonate with men. He emphasizes that men experience deep emotions and the n...
Breaking Through an Impasse in the Marriage - Episode 261
November 06, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBHosts - Merrill and Linda Hutchinson "Conflict in marriage is not about winning or losing, but about finding a resolution that honors both partners," says Merrill Hutchinson. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson dive into the topic of conflict resolution within marriage. They explore the different points that can lead to impasses in a relationship and discuss the common subjects that often spark arguments, such as money, sex, responsibiliti...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Should I Home School My Kids - Episode 260
October 30, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBRock Solid Families - EP260 - Should I Home School My Kids? Lisa Cox - certified teacher that chose to bring her craft into her home Considering homeschooling your kids? In today's episode, we're unpacking the world of homeschooling, an educational path that's gaining traction among many Christian families. Lisa Cox, an experienced homeschooling parent, offers a firsthand look into the dynamics and decisions surrounding this approach to education. Key to the conversation is the unity of pa...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - But I Want it Now! - Episode 259
October 23, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBGuest Host - Meredith Scudder Waiting is not a passive act, but an opportunity for growth. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, the hosts delve into the topic of waiting and the challenges it presents in our fast-paced, instant gratification society. They discuss how the younger generations, particularly millennials and Gen Z, struggle with patience due to growing up in a culture of convenience and immediate access to information and resources. The hosts emphasize the importa...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Inviting God to School - Episode 258
October 16, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBRock Solid Families - EP258 - Inviting God to School "Bringing God into our schools and homes is not about pushing an agenda, but about equipping our children with the tools to defend their faith and stand for what they believe. It's about instilling in them a strong identity and purpose in Christ, so that they can navigate the confusion and challenges of the world with confidence and hope." - Rock Solid Families In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Linda and Merrill...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Where Are All The Men - Episode 257
October 09, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB"Men are not less than, they are different. Understanding their needs and meeting them where they are is the key to bringing them back into the church and empowering them to lead their families." - Merrill Hutchinson In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson discuss the importance of men's involvement in the church and the home. They highlight the concerning trend of fewer men attending church and being actively engaged in family life. Drawing fr...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Thanks for Five Years! - Episode 256
October 02, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBRock Solid Families - EP256 - Thanks for 5 Years! Merrill and Linda Hutchinson In this heartfelt 5 year anniversary episode, Linda and Merrill reflect on half a decade of their dedicated ministry, Rock Solid Families. They recount the myriad of lives they've impacted: from young adults, parents, and teens, to empty nesters and couples facing challenges. They open up about the inspiring tales of renewal and healing they've seen, attributing these changes to the profound influence of the Hol...
Rock Solid Families - EP255 - Lies We Believe: Uncovering the Truth for a Life of Freedom and Healing
September 25, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBGod's truth has the power to shatter the lies we believe about ourselves and replace them with the value and worth He has bestowed upon us. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson delve into the topic of the lies we believe about ourselves, others, and God. They share personal experiences of the lies they believed growing up and how those lies shaped their self-perception. While certain facts may be true, it is the value we attribute to those fa...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Calming Your Child's Emotional Storms - Episode 254
September 18, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBRock Solid Families - EP254 - Calming Your Child's Emotional Storms Co-Host - Meredith Scudder - Assistant Director at Rock Solid Families Regulating our emotions is not about suppressing them, but rather about learning to respond instead of react. By modeling calmness and practicing co-regulation, we can create a safe space for our children to navigate the storms of life. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, Merrill and Linda are joined by guest co-host and returning contr...
Rock Solid Families - Christian - Birds and the Bees - Part 4- The Young Adult Years - Ep. 253
September 11, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB"Stand firm on your values and convictions, even when it's difficult. Show the love of Christ to your young adults, guiding them with truth and grace." - Rock Solid Families In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson discuss the topic of parenting young adults in the context of sexuality and relationships. They emphasize the importance of establishing clear values and rules within the home before addressing these topics with young adults. The host...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Christian Birds and the Bees - Part 3- The Teen Years - Ep. 252
September 04, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBTeaching our children about physical relationships is not about imposing rules, but about guiding them towards God's perfect design. It's about equipping them to make wise choices and protecting their hearts, minds, and bodies. Let's empower our children to understand their value and purpose, so they can navigate the challenges of this world with grace and integrity. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Linda Hutchinson and Merrill discuss the challenges of talking to t...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Christian - Birds and the Bees - Part 2- The Elementary Year - Ep. 251
August 28, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBChristian parents, are you wondering how to have "the sex talk" with your school-age sons and daughters? Merrill and Linda delve deeply into this question, offering candid insights in the latest Rock Solid Families episode. They underscore the urgency of addressing this subject, especially as kids today encounter sexual content far earlier than past generations. The episode spotlights the need for accurate terminology and the emphasis on principles of modesty and self-respect. Beyond just di...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Sex - Right Talk, Right Time - Part 1 -Episode 250
August 21, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBRock Solid Families - Ep 250 - Sex - Right Talk, Right Time - Part 1 "Teaching our children about sex is not just about the act itself, but about instilling in them a deep understanding of their worth and purpose as beautifully created beings in God's image." - Linda Hutchinson Welcome to the Rock Solid Families podcast! In this episode, Linda and Merrill Hutchinson kick off an important new series called "Sex: The Right Talk at the Right Time." They understand that talking to our kids abo...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Christian - Birds and the Bees - Part 1 -The Little Ones - Episode 250
August 21, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB"Teaching our children about sex is not just about the act itself, but about instilling in them a deep understanding of their worth and purpose as beautifully created beings in God's image." - Linda Hutchinson Welcome to the Rock Solid Families podcast! In this episode, Linda and Merrill Hutchinson kick off an important new series called "Sex: The Right Talk at the Right Time." They understand that talking to our kids about sex can be a challenging and uncomfortable topic, but it's crucial ...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Healthy Boundaries for Kids - Episode 249
August 14, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB“As parents, you've got to know what your values are before you can set healthy boundaries,” says co-host Linda Hutchinson. The art of instilling and maintaining healthy boundaries with children can be challenging for parents. Merrill and Linda reflect on personal experiences, emphasizing the detrimental consequences of overindulgence and the importance of letting children experience the ramifications of their actions. As parents, it's essential to differentiate between occasional favors and...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Defense Mechanisms - Episode 248
August 07, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBHosts - Merrill and Linda Hutchinson Guest - Meredith Scudder - Assistant Director at Rock Solid Families In today’s episode, your hosts Merrill and Linda welcome back special guest Meredith Scudder to join their discussion on defense mechanisms. Together, they emphasize that defense mechanisms are unconscious ways to reduce internal stress, acting as protective barriers against uncomfortable emotions or experiences and encourage listeners to acknowledge their own defense mechanisms and un...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Part 5 Summer of Love - Spiritual Intimacy - Episode 247
July 31, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB“God designed marriage to be a covenant modeled from the one that He made with us,” explains co-host Linda Hutchinson. Nowadays, 50% of all marriages end in divorce. This is a startling statistic. The good news is that when you consider only the marriages of couples who pray together, less than 1% of those marriages end in divorce. In the first 4 parts of their Summer of Love Series, co-hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson introduced their Summer of Love Marriage Assessment for evaluating the ...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Part 4 Summer of Love - Physical Intimacy - Episode 246
July 24, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBRock Solid Families - Ep 246 - Summer of Love - Part 4 - Physical Intimacy “We're called to be unconditionally loving and respectful but when we're hurting each other, we start to throw conditions,” shares co-host Merrill Hutchinson. When it comes to building intimacy within a relationship, men and women often approach the idea from very different perspectives. Men tend to be more focused on sex as the main form of physical intimacy whereas women tend to combine physical, emotional, and sp...
Rock Solid Families Podcast - Summer of Love Series - Part 3 - Emotional Wellness - Episode 245
July 17, 2023 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB“There's a lot of evil and hopelessness out in the world, but we don't have to experience that when we have each other and when we know Christ,” explains co-host Linda Hutchinson. Emotional wellness within a relationship is what keeps marriages healthy and strong year after year. In Parts 1 and 2 of their Summer of Love Series, co-hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson shared their Marriage Assessment tool for evaluating the quality of a marriage, breaking it down into four categories, emotional...