Setting the Stage for a Journey of Marriage

The Impulsive Wedding and Its Aftermath

Dear Future WIFE Podcast Promotion

The Birth of "You Deserve It"

The First Ten Years of Marriage

A Turning Point and Spiritual Growth

From Pastor's Son to Pastor Himself

The Call to Ministry

Family Legacy and Personal Growth

Marriage Lessons and Forgiveness

Parenting and Family Life

Musical Update and Ministry Work

Kingdom Royale - A Home for Foster Boys

Closing Remarks and Support Request

What happens when a marriage that starts with secrets and lies transforms into a powerful ministry? JJ and Trina Harrison's raw testimony proves that even the most broken beginnings can become beautiful stories of redemption.

Their journey began with teenage romance that led to a secret courthouse wedding—him at 20, her just 18. What followed were ten years of separation, infidelity, and heartbreak. Yet something miraculous happened when JJ finally heard God's voice: "You're ignoring your favor." That divine moment transformed their relationship and eventually their ministry.

This episode beautifully demonstrates how transparency about past mistakes creates space for others to find healing. The Harrisons don't glorify their difficult beginning but use it to show God's redemptive power in restoring what seemed irreparably broken.

Ready to be inspired by a marriage miracle? Listen now and discover how two people who started with almost nothing but problems built a 31-year marriage and thriving ministry that's changing lives across the world.

## Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

- **4:15** - How JJ's hit song "You Deserve It" (144 million YouTube views) came after being dropped by his record label—allowing him to own his masters

- **10:30** - The secret wedding story and how Trina's father threatened JJ's "kneecaps" after discovering their elopement

- **17:20** - Living separately for years despite being married, functioning more like "baby mama, baby daddy"

- **25:45** - The turning point: JJ's revelation that he was "ignoring his favor" and how it changed everything

- **34:15** - Four marriage lessons after 31 years: Give permission to fail, trust is built not given, forgive as you've been forgiven, and embrace your spouse's evolution

- **44:20** - How their son witnessed their transformation and built a healthier marriage than they initially had

📸 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST

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👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE

Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com

 

👕 MERCH

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What happens when a marriage that starts with secrets and lies transforms into a powerful ministry? JJ and Trina Harrison's raw testimony proves that even the most broken beginnings can become beautiful stories of redemption.
Their journey began with teenage romance that led to a secret courthouse wedding&mdash;him at 20, her just 18. What followed were ten years of separation, infidelity, and heartbreak. Yet something miraculous happened when JJ finally heard God's voice: "You're ignoring your favor." That divine moment transformed their relationship and eventually their ministry.
This episode beautifully demonstrates how transparency about past mistakes creates space for others to find healing. The Harrisons don't glorify their difficult beginning but use it to show God's redemptive power in restoring what seemed irreparably broken.
Ready to be inspired by a marriage miracle? Listen now and discover how two people who started with almost nothing but problems built a 31-year marriage and thriving ministry that's changing lives across the world.
## Timestamps &amp; Key Takeaways:
- **4:15** - How JJ's hit song "You Deserve It" (144 million YouTube views) came after being dropped by his record label&mdash;allowing him to own his masters
- **10:30** - The secret wedding story and how Trina's father threatened JJ's "kneecaps" after discovering their elopement
- **17:20** - Living separately for years despite being married, functioning more like "baby mama, baby daddy"
- **25:45** - The turning point: JJ's revelation that he was "ignoring his favor" and how it changed everything
- **34:15** - Four marriage lessons after 31 years: Give permission to fail, trust is built not given, forgive as you've been forgiven, and embrace your spouse's evolution
- **44:20** - How their son witnessed their transformation and built a healthier marriage than they initially had
📸 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
https://www.instagram.com/jjhairston/
https://www.instagram.com/trinahairston/
&nbsp;
PRE-ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S "STUDENT OF LOVE"
https://a.co/d/bx0E1iv
&nbsp;
WANNA SEE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE? JOIN MY PATREON
https://www.Patreon.com/laterrasrwhitfield
&nbsp;
SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST
https://bit.ly/LRWconnection
&nbsp;
PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song
http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404
&nbsp;
👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE
Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com
&nbsp;
👕 MERCH
https://www.DearFutureWifey.com
&nbsp;
FOLLOW US
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearfuturewifeypodcast | https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield
📘 Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/DearFutureWifey
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfwifeypodcast
&nbsp;
Hashtag:
#dearfuturewifey #dearfuturewife #laterraswhitfield #Podcast #PodcastShow #ViralPodcast #YouTubePodcast #TalkShow #InterviewShow #RelationshipAdvice
#Relationshipadvice #Datingtips #communicationskills #lovestatus #love #christianity #marriage #marriagevideo #dear #dating

Journey with me, Laterras R. Whitfield, as I discover, uncover, and recover love. From interviews with singles, married, divorcees, and maybe even those in polyamorous relationships, we promise every episode to be L.I.T. (Living Intentionally Transparent).

Dear Future Wifey

Journey with Laterras R. Whitfield, host of the Dear Future Wifey Podcast, as he discovers, uncovers, and recovers love. A divorcee who created this podcast as a platform for his public healing, Laterras dives deep into the realities of relationships. Through candid conversations with relationship experts, celebrities, and everyday people, he explores the intricacies of love, loss, and personal growth. Whether you're searching for love, strengthening it, or healing from it, this podcast offers heartfelt insights and practical advice. Subscribe and join Laterras on this transformative journey to "Live Intentionally and Transparently."

Journey with Laterras R. Whitfield, host of the Dear Future Wifey Podcast, as he discovers, uncovers, and recovers love. A divorcee who created this podcast as a platform for his public healing, Laterras dives deep into the realities of relationships. Through candid conversations with relationship experts, celebrities, and everyday people, he explores the intricacies of love, loss, and personal growth. Whether you're searching for love, strengthening it, or healing from it, this podcast offers heartfelt insights and practical advice. Subscribe and join Laterras on this transformative journey to "Live Intentionally and Transparently."

His Favor Factor (Guests: JJ & Trina Hairston) 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/78a347aa-3282-4ac5-837c-a72300032082/clips/698750d5-1b08-484b-8625-b39a002d101c/transcript

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