Building Better Marriages Podcast

059 How To Build Your Marriage on What's Already Working

Everyone talks about red flags—but what if your relationship already holds the key to lasting love?
In this episode, Dr. Deborah Skomba helps you recognize the spiritual strengths you already have and how to build from them. Perfect for engaged or seriously dating couples who want to build a Christ-centered marriage with purpose and confidence.
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058 Why Red Flags Matter, But Your Strengths Matter More

 
Everyone talks about red flags—but what if the greatest insight for your relationship lies in what’s already working? In this episode, Dr. Deborah Skomba helps you shift your focus from fear to faith by identifying the God-given strengths in your relationship and how to build from them.
You’ll learn how to:
Recognize your spiritual assets as a couple
Reinforce healthy patterns before marriage
Build from what’s right, not just react to what’s wrong
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057 Before the Ring - Red Flags Every Couple Should Know

Welcome back to episode 57 of the Building Better Marriages podcast. I’m so glad you’re here because today, we’re talking about something that can truly change a couple’s life.
We will look at what happens before the ring—before the vows, before the dress, and before the honeymoon. I want to help couples and those who care about them understand the red flags and foundations that really matter when it comes to marriage.
his season is where big decisions are made, but sometimes with little direction. That’s why I’m passionate about equipping couples with truth, tools, and godly wisdom so they don’t just walk into marriage with excitement—but with clarity and confidence in God’s plan. If you're dating, engaged, or know someone who is, this episode is especially for you. Let’s talk about what needs to be seen and said before the aisle walk begins.
The Biblical Love Checklist is a simple yet powerful tool to help you reflect on what true love looks like through the lens of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Whether you're single, dating, or married, this guide will help you set healthy, godly expectations and grow in Christ-centered love. Let me know in the comment section if you would like the download.
Grab your latte, reheat your tea or start to set the pace and get cozy and comfy, for your prayer was heard.
This is the first step toward building a love that honors God and lasts a lifetime.
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056 God's Blueprint For Love - What the Bible Really Says

In this episode, Dr. Deborah Skomba dives deep into the heart of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, showing how God defines love not as a feeling but as action, sacrifice, and commitment. Whether you're dating, engaged, or married, this message will help you set biblical expectations that lead to deeper trust, healthier intimacy, and stronger Christ-centered relationships.
You’ll learn:
How to recognize real, God-honoring love
Why feelings fade, but commitment lasts
How to apply 1 Corinthians 13 to your daily life and marriage
The difference between worldly love and biblical love
How to pray for and pursue a relationship that reflects Christ
This episode is for the woman who wants more than just surface-level connection. She wants a relationship built on truth, trust, and God’s design for love.
Be sure to grab the free Biblical Love Checklist linked in the show notes to take this message even deeper.

055 Diving into the Deep End of Commitment

Why are so many people afraid of true commitment—especially when it comes to marriage? In this episode, Dr. Deborah explores the fears that hold us back from diving deep into lasting love and why God’s design for marriage is the only way to truly experience the joy, safety, and purpose of covenant love.
If you’re ready to move past the fear and into a Christ-centered relationship that reflects His heart, this episode is for you.
Resources Mentioned:
God’s Design for Marriage – A biblical guide to building a love that lasts
A Better Marriage Prayer Journal – 31 days to deepen your connection through Scripture and prayer
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Before I go here’s
A Prayer for You
Heavenly Father,Thank You for the one reading these words right now. You see their heart, their hopes, and even their hesitations when it comes to love and commitment. Remind them that Your design for marriage is good, safe, and rooted in truth. Replace their fear with faith, their wounds with healing, and their doubts with Your peace.
Give them courage to take the next step—whether it’s starting again, praying together, or reaching out for guidance. Wrap them in Your love today and show them that with You at the center, all things are possible.
In Jesus’ name,Amen.

054 The Five Foundations Of An Unshakeable Marriage

What makes a marriage truly thrive?
In this episode, Dr. Deborah dives into the five essential foundations of an unshakeable marriage—faith, love, trust, communication, and commitment.
She unpacks how these biblical principles create a strong, lasting relationship and share practical ways to build (or rebuild) them in your marriage. Whether you're newly married, years into your journey, or preparing for marriage, this episode will give you the tools to strengthen your relationship and align it with God's design.
Grab your latte, reheat your tea or start to set the pace as you tune in for encouragement, wisdom, and real-life applications to help your marriage flourish!
🔹 Scripture Focus🔹 Action Steps to Strengthen Your Marriage🔹 Encouragement for Couples at Any Stage
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Spring Ahead - Moving Forward in Faith Together

Spring is here—a season of renewal, fresh beginnings, and new growth. Just like we set our clocks ahead to embrace longer days, our marriages also need refreshing and intentional change moments. Are you making the necessary adjustments in your relationship to move forward in faith and love?
In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Deborah shares a personal story of how God shifted her path from growing flowers to growing marriages, reminding us that just like gardens need tending, so do our relationships.
Tune in to learn:How to clear out the weeds—old habits, past hurts, and things holding you back.Why trusting God's timing is key for renewal in marriage.Actionable steps to spring ahead together in faith and love.
Ready to refresh your marriage this season? Start your journey with my Better Marriage Prayer Journal: 31 Days of Scriptural Reflections and a Guide to Deepening Your Connection. Grab your copy now on Amazon!
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052 God is in the Testing - Trusting Him to Show the Way

Life doesn’t always go as planned. Sometimes, we step out in faith, pour our hearts into something, and the response isn’t what we expected. In those moments, doubt creeps in, and we wonder if we misheard God.
But what if the testing is part of His plan?
What if He’s refining us, redirecting us, and preparing us for something greater?
In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Deborah shares her own experience of stepping out in faith, facing unexpected challenges, and learning to trust that God is in the testing. Through scripture, personal reflection, and encouragement, she reminds us that when we keep our hearts open, God will show the way—often in ways we never imagined.
If you’ve ever faced a season of uncertainty, this episode is for you. Tune in and be encouraged to surrender, trust, and walk boldly into God’s plan for your life.
Key Takeaways:
How to recognize when God is refining you through testing
The power of surrendering our plans for His purpose
Encouragement to keep moving forward in faith
Listen now and be reminded: He is making a way—even when you can’t see it yet.
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051 Are You Worth the Investment?

"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Matthew 6:21 (NIV)
How often do you think about treating yourself—a massage, a facial, a weekend getaway, or even just dinner with a friend—only to stop yourself with the thought, "That’s a lot of money."
You might even search for a payment plan or a discount, but deep down, it was never really about the money. The real issue? Believing YOU are worth the investment.
In today’s episode, we’re diving into why so many women struggle to invest in themselves and why nurturing your inner self—your faith, dreams, and purpose—is just as important as anything you do on the outside.
 
That’s why I created the 2025 Success to Significance Women’s Summit—because YOU are worth the investment. It’s time to renew your spirit, restore your joy, and embrace the story God is writing in your life.
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Until next time, keep your eyes lifted, your hand ready to help, and your heart open to love.

050 You Were Not Meant To Do Life Alone

Have you ever found yourself saying, “I don’t need anyone. I can handle it alone”? Maybe you’ve convinced yourself that asking for help is a sign of weakness or that no one would understand your struggles. But here’s the truth—God never intended for you to walk this journey alone.
In this episode, we’ll dive into why so many women feel they must carry everything by themselves, the biblical truth about community and support, and how stepping out of isolation leads to healing and transformation. You are not meant to do this alone, and you don’t have to.
Want to go deeper? Join us at the 2025 Success to Significance Women’s Summit—a sacred place where you will find encouragement, wisdom, and faith-filled connections. You are seen. You are loved. You are worth the investment.
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With joy and blessings,Dr. Deborah