Building Better Marriages Podcast

Every couple feels it at some point — the gap between his needs and her needs. Maybe it’s in how you communicate, how you show love and respect, or how you approach intimacy and spiritual leadership. In this episode of Building Better Marriages – the I Do & I Don’t of Everyday Life, Dr. Deborah shares biblical truth and practical tools to help you bridge those differences and grow closer as a couple.
Drawing from Ephesians 5:33 (NLT), “each man must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband,” you’ll learn why husbands and wives often see life differently, and how those differences aren’t problems — they’re opportunities to build a deeper connection.
If you’ve been searching for how to fix communication in marriage, rebuild trust, or restore emotional intimacy, this episode will give you hope, encouragement, and a path forward grounded in God’s design for marriage.
Ready to take the next step? Download my free resource, The Marriage Reset Checklist, here. It’s designed to help you bridge the gaps, restore connection, and walk in unity with your spouse today.
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Marriage was never meant to be a solo journey. In this episode of Building Better Marriages – the I Do & I Don’t of Everyday Life, Dr. Deborah shares why God designed marriage to thrive when both voices are heard, valued, and respected.
Discover how unity in marriage is built not on sameness but on complementing each other’s strengths, perspectives, and God-given design.
Learn how to recognize when one voice is being silenced and restore balance, love, and mutual respect in your relationship.
If you’ve been asking, “How do we communicate better in our marriage? How do we build emotional intimacy and connection again?” 
This episode will give you biblical wisdom and practical steps to get started.
 Ready to take the next step? Download my free resource, The Marriage Reset Checklist, here. It’s designed to help you strengthen unity, deepen connection, and walk in God’s design for your marriage today.
Until next time - keep building a better, stronger marriage, one choice, one prayer, and one moment at a time!

Are you feeling stuck, weighed down by regrets, or unsure if you’re even on the right path in your marriage and life? In this episode of Building Better Marriages – the I Do & I Don’t of Everyday Life, Dr. Deborah takes you back to the basics — the path God created just for you.
Through biblical truth and practical steps, you’ll learn how to:
Recognize when you’ve drifted from God’s will.
Release the burden of past mistakes and regrets.
Realign your marriage and personal life with God’s purpose.
Walk in freedom, joy, and peace knowing you’re right where He’s called you to be.
God’s path is not about perfection — it’s about direction. No matter where you are today, you can step back into His plan and embrace the future He has waiting for you.
 Don’t just listen — take the next step. Download my free resource, click here:  The Marriage Reset Checklist, to help you start walking in God’s path for your life and marriage today. Visit  to grab your copy.
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Have you ever felt weighed down by regrets or restless in your walk with God? In this episode of Building Better Marriages, Dr. Deborah shares how to recognize when you’ve wandered off God’s path and how to return to the one He designed just for you — a path filled with joy, peace, and purpose.
Through Scripture, practical wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement, you’ll discover:
3 signs you may be walking the wrong path
Why regrets are not from God
An “I Do and I Don’t” to help you realign with His calling
A prayer to find the courage to arise and listen again to the One who delights in you
If you’ve been longing for a reset, Episode 079 will remind you that God is not replaying your past mistakes — He is inviting you back to your roots, back to His love, and back to the life He created you to live.
Listen now and take the first step toward walking in the joy of God’s perfect path for you. If you liked what you heard, like, review, and please share with a friend! Thank you xoxo

Have you ever said, “You always…” or “Forget it” in the heat of the moment? Words like these may seem small, but they can quietly tear down intimacy and trust in your marriage. In this episode, Dr. Deborah uncovers 10 common sayings that sabotage communication between husbands and wives—and shares biblical, practical ways to replace them with words that bring healing, respect, and connection.
Through Scripture, Hebrew and Greek word studies, and real-life applications, you’ll discover how to:
Speak truth without condemnation
Replace dismissive words with life-giving ones
Build a safe space for both love and respect to grow
Whether your marriage feels strong or strained, this conversation will help you reframe communication as a powerful tool for transformation—rooted in God’s design for marriage.
Listen in and take the first step toward building better communication, a stronger bond, and a marriage that honors Christ.
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In this episode of Building Better Marriages: The I Do and I Don’t of Everyday Life, Dr. Deborah Skomba turns the conversation toward the heart of a wife. Drawing from Ephesians 5:25, the Greek agapaō (to love with Christ-like commitment), and Proverbs 31:11, the Hebrew batach (to trust with security), Dr. Deborah unpacks three needs many wives carry quietly—emotional safety, affection beyond the bedroom, and spiritual leadership in the home.
Whether you’re a husband seeking to understand your wife better or a wife longing to feel known and valued, this conversation offers biblical truth, practical steps, and a gentle challenge to build deeper trust and intimacy in your marriage.
If this episode spoke to your heart, I’d love to hear your story. Let’s connect for a free 20-minute heart-to-heart chat—no pressure, just a safe place to talk about how God might be calling you to strengthen your marriage. We’ll explore the next steps toward building the Christ-centered connection you’ve been longing for.
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What if God’s design for marriage is bigger than “happy wife, happy life”? In this episode of Building Better Marriages, Dr. Deborah unpacks Ephesians 5:33 — where husbands are called to love and wives are called to respect — and shows how this mutual exchange creates lasting joy, not just temporary happiness.
You’ll hear biblical wisdom, practical steps to show love and respect this week, and a Hebrew Word Moment exploring simcha (joy) — the holy celebration God desires for every marriage.
Listen in to discover:
Why “happy wife, happy life” misses God’s blueprint for marriage
What husbands really need but rarely voice
How mutual love and respect create lasting joy for both spouses
5 practical ways to show love and respect starting today
If you’ve ever longed for deeper connection and joy in your marriage, this episode will give you the tools and hope you need to start building it — one intentional step at a time.
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In this episode of Building Better Marriages: The I Do and I Don’t of Everyday Life, Dr. Deborah Skomba unpacks John 10:10 and the powerful promise Jesus gives couples facing spiritual attacks.
Discover how the enemy works to steal, kill, and destroy marriages — and how Christ offers zoē life, overflowing with love, peace, and purpose.
Learn how to identify the thief, invite Jesus into every part of your relationship, and speak life over your marriage so it not only survives but thrives.
Perfect for couples longing for healing, hope, and a deeper Christ-centered connection.
Are you ready to trade survival for abundance in your marriage?
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In today’s episode, I’m inviting you to step away from the noise and into the quiet presence of God—to pause, rest, and remember that joy, laughter, and love were always part of His design for marriage. I've compiled seven summer night fun date night ideas to help you get started. 
We’ll explore what the Bible says about rest and renewal, and introduce our first Hebrew Word Moment by looking at the word Sheva (שֶׁבַע)—the number seven. More than just a number, it symbolizes completion, covenant, and wholeness. It reminds us that what God starts, He finishes—and that we’re invited to rest in His finished work.
“Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”— Matthew 11:28 (NLT)
You don’t have to carry what God never asked you to.You don’t have to prove anything to be loved.You just need to pause... and come.
This episode is a gentle nudge from the Father’s heart to yours—an invitation to receive His rhythm of grace, rest, and renewal in your life and your marriage.
I prayed you would find your way here.
If your soul needs a reset, I invite you to join The Heart Reset: A 3-Day Journey from Stuck to Surrendered.You’ll receive guided devotionals, journaling prompts, and space to encounter God in a deeply personal way.
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Feeling guilty for resting? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Deborah Skomba shares why rest is sacred, modeled by God, and essential for soul renewal.
Learn how to practice Sabbath rhythms with practical, grace-filled pauses in your week. Matthew 11:28–30 (NLT)“Come to me, all of you who are weary…”
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