Courtney Brown – Ruah Woods Institute

Break 1

Theology of the Body for Children

Break 2

Married Couples and the Theology of the Body

How do we share the Theology of the Body with our children? Executive Director of the Ruah Woods Institute, Courtney Brown joins Doug to discuss this and what the TOB message is for married couples.



Ruah Woods Institute

https://www.ruahwoodsinstitute.org/

How do we share the Theology of the Body with our children? Executive Director of the Ruah Woods Institute, Courtney Brown joins Doug to discuss this and what the TOB message is for married couples.
 
Ruah Woods Institute
<a href="https://www.ruahwoodsinstitute.org/">https://www.ruahwoodsinstitute.org/</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

St. Paul's letter to the Corinthians 

Love is patient

Love is kind

Love does not dishonor others

Does science support or refute St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians when he writes on the meaning of love?

 

Listener questions and comments:
Patsy - I have been married for 47 years and it has been very difficult. He wasn’t present and in the past 10 years I’ve started to saying things and it’s been bad. (8:12)
Samantha - Comment for the last caller: There is a book about Elizabeth Leseur, whose goodness turned her husband from an atheist to a priest after she died. (27:36)
Liz - I was asking God how to be a better wife and the callers are the answers to prayers. (35:12)
Dave - I am going through some struggles in my marriage. I really love my wife but I find it hard to communicate. (40:39)

 

Resources:

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

The Secret Diary of Elisabeth Leseur

https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-secret-diary-of-elisabeth-leseur/?srsltid=AfmBOoo_u7E2Vk8zczOCwDT0EGvWw1r42uJRWiThfHUQt5l8utIlJ_cE

 

Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Élisabeth and Félix Leseur

https://ignatius.com/salt-and-light-slp/

Does science support or refute St. Paul&rsquo;s letter to the Corinthians when he writes on the meaning of love?
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Patsy - I have been married for 47 years and it has been very difficult. He wasn&rsquo;t present and in the past 10 years I&rsquo;ve started to saying things and it&rsquo;s been bad. (8:12)</li>
<li>Samantha - Comment for the last caller: There is a book about Elizabeth Leseur, whose goodness turned her husband from an atheist to a priest after she died. (27:36)</li>
<li>Liz - I was asking God how to be a better wife and the callers are the answers to prayers. (35:12)</li>
<li>Dave - I am going through some struggles in my marriage. I really love my wife but I find it hard to communicate. (40:39)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
Marriage Unhindered
<a href="https://www.marriageunhindered.com/">https://www.marriageunhindered.com/</a>
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The Secret Diary of Elisabeth Leseur
<a href="https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-secret-diary-of-elisabeth-leseur/?srsltid=AfmBOoo_u7E2Vk8zczOCwDT0EGvWw1r42uJRWiThfHUQt5l8utIlJ_cE">https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-secret-diary-of-elisabeth-leseur/?srsltid=AfmBOoo_u7E2Vk8zczOCwDT0EGvWw1r42uJRWiThfHUQt5l8utIlJ_cE</a>
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Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of &Eacute;lisabeth and F&eacute;lix Leseur
<a href="https://ignatius.com/salt-and-light-slp/">https://ignatius.com/salt-and-light-slp/</a>

What is love? St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians

Statistics

Matt Young - A story of hope

The weight of shame and guilt 

Taking Courage

How can we help friends and family?

On this episode of Marriage Unhindered, Matt Young joins Doug to discuss suicide prevention.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Elizabeth - I had postpartum depression and I was feeling suicidal at the time. This was 20 years ago. (22:47)
Jim - When I served in Vietnam, a soldier was reading a letter, and then immediately killed himself. It was because his girlfriend was breaking up with him. It's haunted me to his day. (26:38)
Diane - My son passed away and there were many times I've thought about taking my life. I'm going to a Christian therapist. Sometimes I still think about doing it. (33:16)
Sonya - I attempted suicide when I was 6 years old. My parents were fighting and my dad was beating my mother up. My older brother pushed me into bathroom to lock the door. I was slamming my head against bathtub faucet. I wanted to die, but God stopped me. (39:06)

 

Resources:

 

If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call or text 988

 

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

https://afsp.org/

On this episode of Marriage Unhindered, Matt Young joins Doug to discuss suicide prevention.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Elizabeth - I had postpartum depression and I was feeling suicidal at the time. This was 20 years ago. (22:47)</li>
<li>Jim - When I served in Vietnam, a soldier was reading a letter, and then immediately killed himself. It was because his girlfriend was breaking up with him. It's haunted me to his day. (26:38)</li>
<li>Diane - My son passed away and there were many times I've thought about taking my life. I'm going to a Christian therapist. Sometimes I still think about doing it. (33:16)</li>
<li>Sonya - I attempted suicide when I was 6 years old. My parents were fighting and my dad was beating my mother up. My older brother pushed me into bathroom to lock the door. I was slamming my head against bathtub faucet. I wanted to die, but God stopped me. (39:06)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
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If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call or text 988
&nbsp;
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
<a href="https://afsp.org/">https://afsp.org/</a>

A Story of Hope

Prayer 

Fasting

Alms-giving 

Email: My husband left me 

Email: 30-Year-Old Convert Looking for Marriag

Doug shares practical Lenten tips and explains how the rhythms of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can strengthen your marriage. Listeners also offer updates, encouragement, and insight into difficult marital situations.

Listener questions and comments:
Becky – I previously emailed about my husband leaving me and want to share an update. (33:08)
Carol – We were guests on Doug’s show and experienced something similar. I want to offer hope and healing. (39:24)
Colleen – Could mental illness be a factor in marital struggles? My sister’s husband was later diagnosed as bipolar. (43:25)

 

Resources:

 

Past Episode: Rekindled Love: A Second Chance

 https://relevantradio.com/2025/12/rekindled-love-a-second-chance/

 

Road Trip: Journey of Friendship, Love, Marriage, Divorce, and Redemption: Our Story for His Glory

https://bit.ly/3KVnTJB

 

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 shares practical Lenten tips and explains how the rhythms of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can strengthen your marriage. Listeners also offer updates, encouragement, and insight into difficult marital situations.
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Becky &ndash; I previously emailed about my husband leaving me and want to share an update. (33:08)</li>
<li>Carol &ndash; We were guests on Doug&rsquo;s show and experienced something similar. I want to offer hope and healing. (39:24)</li>
<li>Colleen &ndash; Could mental illness be a factor in marital struggles? My sister&rsquo;s husband was later diagnosed as bipolar. (43:25)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Past Episode: Rekindled Love: A Second Chance
&nbsp;<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2025/12/rekindled-love-a-second-chance/">https://relevantradio.com/2025/12/rekindled-love-a-second-chance/</a>
&nbsp;
Road Trip: Journey of Friendship, Love, Marriage, Divorce, and Redemption: Our Story for His Glory
<a href="https://bit.ly/3KVnTJB">https://bit.ly/3KVnTJB</a>
&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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