Elizabeth Busby

Dating Rules

Break 1

Discerning marriage

Break 2

Helping my son find a wife

Advice for singles

When you got married, how much time did you spend discerning God’s will for you? Today on Marriage Unhindered, Elizabeth Busby joins Doug to discuss marriage discernment.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Bill - Do dating rules apply to all ages? (15:30)
Julie - I have a son who is going to be 22 and he is going to be graduating. I am concerned he won’t be able to find a wife soon. (37:55)

 

Resources:

Discerning Marriage

https://www.discerningmarriage.com/

When you got married, how much time did you spend discerning God&rsquo;s will for you? Today on Marriage Unhindered, Elizabeth Busby joins Doug to discuss marriage discernment.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Bill - Do dating rules apply to all ages? (15:30)</li>
<li>Julie - I have a son who is going to be 22 and he is going to be graduating. I am concerned he won&rsquo;t be able to find a wife soon. (37:55)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
Discerning Marriage
<a href="https://www.discerningmarriage.com/">https://www.discerningmarriage.com/</a>

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered

Dating Rules & Marriage Discernment 

The tragedy of suicide

Processing trauma differently

Resources for those with grief

Hug your spouse today

Doug goes to the mail bag. How do you deal with the suicide of a family member? If you or a loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 for help.

 

Listener question and comments:
John - When someone dies by suicide, family should not blame themselves. There is always help, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy is so powerful. (9:05)
Amaris - My brother committed suicide on the 4th of this month and I would like to share my story. (13:34)
Victor - My nephew took his life at 18. There were no signs leading up to it. He was a good student and it was so surprising. You never know what’s going on. (24:34)
Lee - I just had a friend of 55 years involved in a murder/suicide. I don’t know how to get over something like this. (26:47)
Andrew - I want to share a couple of resources I used. My dad committed suicide and I needed a lot of help. (33:27)

 

Resources:

 

If you or a loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 for help.

 

Post-traumatic Growth

https://relevantradio.com/2026/01/post-traumatic-growth/

Doug goes to the mail bag. How do you deal with the suicide of a family member? If you or a loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 for help.
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Listener question and comments:
<ul>
<li>John - When someone dies by suicide, family should not blame themselves. There is always help, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy is so powerful. (9:05)</li>
<li>Amaris - My brother committed suicide on the 4th of this month and I would like to share my story. (13:34)</li>
<li>Victor - My nephew took his life at 18. There were no signs leading up to it. He was a good student and it was so surprising. You never know what&rsquo;s going on. (24:34)</li>
<li>Lee - I just had a friend of 55 years involved in a murder/suicide. I don&rsquo;t know how to get over something like this. (26:47)</li>
<li>Andrew - I want to share a couple of resources I used. My dad committed suicide and I needed a lot of help. (33:27)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
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If you or a loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 for help.
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Post-traumatic Growth
<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2026/01/post-traumatic-growth/">https://relevantradio.com/2026/01/post-traumatic-growth/</a>

Hope & Healing After Suicide 

Email: Dealing with In-laws

Things liars say 

Liar tactics 

Thoughts from a recovered liar  

What to do with liars 

Doug explores how lying affects marriages, how to respond, and ways to foster honesty. Listeners share personal experiences, including insights from a recovered liar and the impact of dementia on a spouse’s truthfulness.

Listener questions and comments:
Junior – I am a reformed liar and want to share my perspective. Confession helped me realize you don’t have to lie. (35:37)
Paulette – My husband died from dementia and began lying years ago when he couldn’t explain events. I now see his lying as a symptom of the disease. (45:23)

 

Resources: 

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Doug explores how lying affects marriages, how to respond, and ways to foster honesty. Listeners share personal experiences, including insights from a recovered liar and the impact of dementia on a spouse&rsquo;s truthfulness.
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Junior &ndash; I am a reformed liar and want to share my perspective. Confession helped me realize you don&rsquo;t have to lie. (35:37)</li>
<li>Paulette &ndash; My husband died from dementia and began lying years ago when he couldn&rsquo;t explain events. I now see his lying as a symptom of the disease. (45:23)</li>
</ul>
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Resources: 
&nbsp;
Marriage Unhindered
<a href="https://www.marriageunhindered.com/">https://www.marriageunhindered.com/</a>
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Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle
<a href="https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle">https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle</a>
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Happy Marriage for Life
<a href="https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/">https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/</a>

Dealing with Liars

Email: My husband is sexting someone 

We don't communicate well

Email: He doesn't want kids 

We changed our minds on kids 

Should I get the vasectomy?  

Doug dives into the mailbag to address what to do when a husband is sexting another woman and how couples can navigate fear and conflict around having children. He also tackles communication breakdowns and how to help loved ones facing marital abuse.

Listener questions and comments:
Addison – We have been married nine years and feel unheard when we try to communicate. Our arguments now seem to come out of nowhere. (21:05)
Kye – I became pregnant later in life and my husband felt unprepared at first. How can couples work through fear and still build a healthy family? (36:55)
Susan – How can I help a family member whose marriage is marked by verbal abuse? My sister-in-law is struggling with my brother’s behavior. (38:46)

 

Resources:

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Doug dives into the mailbag to address what to do when a husband is sexting another woman and how couples can navigate fear and conflict around having children. He also tackles communication breakdowns and how to help loved ones facing marital abuse.
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Addison &ndash; We have been married nine years and feel unheard when we try to communicate. Our arguments now seem to come out of nowhere. (21:05)</li>
<li>Kye &ndash; I became pregnant later in life and my husband felt unprepared at first. How can couples work through fear and still build a healthy family? (36:55)</li>
<li>Susan &ndash; How can I help a family member whose marriage is marked by verbal abuse? My sister-in-law is struggling with my brother&rsquo;s behavior. (38:46)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Marriage Unhindered
<a href="https://www.marriageunhindered.com/">https://www.marriageunhindered.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle
<a href="https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle">https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle</a>
&nbsp;
Happy Marriage for Life
<a href="https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/">https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/</a>

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