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What if your marriage pivoted on three humble questions? Dr. Gary Chapman—yes, the Five Love Languages guy—gets real about early struggles, foot-washing humility, and how servant-hearted love transformed his 64-year marriage. Blended families, take heart: Far from fluff, these are faith-fueled, grit-tested keys to a successful marriage--as well as messy love, lasting connection, and conflict that doesn’t destroy. Find real talk, deep grace, and hope you can hold onto.

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What if your marriage pivoted on three humble questions? Dr. Gary Chapman&mdash;yes, the Five Love Languages guy&mdash;gets real about early struggles, foot-washing humility, and how servant-hearted love transformed his 64-year marriage. Blended families, take heart: Far from fluff, these are faith-fueled, grit-tested keys to a successful marriage--as well as messy love, lasting connection, and conflict that doesn&rsquo;t destroy. Find real talk, deep grace, and hope you can hold onto.
Show Notes and Resources
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<li><a href="https://shop.familylife.com/product/building-love-together-in-blended-families/">Order a copy of Gary and Ron's book, Building Love Together</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylifeblended/blended-families/">Access blended resources and sign up for our free newsletter</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Meet Ron and Nan in person at a speaking event! <a href="https://rondeal.org/">RonDeal.org </a></li>
<li>Discover your love language, learn more about Dr. Chapman, or get a copy of his new book, A Simple Guide for A Better Marriage <a href="https://5lovelanguages.com/">5lovelanguages.com </a></li>
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