437: Dave & Ann Wilson on Why Your Wounds Are On Display in Marriage, The Power of Words to Crush Your Spouse, and How Intimacy Becomes Manipulation

Marriage has a way of exposing the wounds we thought we had buried. The unresolved pain, the unspoken insecurities, the habits we hoped would disappear—they all surface in the crucible of intimacy. In this final installment of our LOVE LIKE THIS series, Dave & Ann Wilson—hosts of FamilyLife Today® and authors of Vertical Marriage—join us to discuss:

• Why your unhealed wounds inevitably show up in your marriage
• The devastating impact of words and how they can either crush or cultivate your spouse
• How intimacy, when misused, turns into manipulation
• Practical steps to break free from destructive cycles and foster genuine connection

With over four decades of marriage and ministry experience, Dave & Ann offer raw, relatable insights that challenge and inspire. Whether you’re newly married or decades in, this conversation will equip you to confront the hidden dynamics that hinder true intimacy.

Guest Bio

Dave & Ann Wilson are the hosts of FamilyLife Today®, a nationally syndicated radio program and podcast dedicated to helping families pursue the relationships that matter most. Married for over 40 years, they have spent more than three decades teaching and mentoring couples nationwide. As co-founders of Kensington Church in Detroit and authors of Vertical Marriage, Dave & Ann bring a wealth of experience and authenticity to their ministry. Dave also served as the Detroit Lions chaplain for 33 years, while Ann is a sought-after speaker and mentor to women.​

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Resources Mentioned This Week

• How to Speak Life to Your Husband: When All You Want to Do Is Yell at Him
• Vertical Marriage: The One Secret That Will Change Your Marriage
• Healing What You Can’t Erase: Transform Your Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Health from the Inside Out

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