Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Simple Ways to Improve Your Marital Communication
Mar 6, 2026
Dr. Ken Wilgus, a licensed psychologist who teaches couples therapy and spiritual unity in marriage. He explores how men often seek adequacy while women seek connection. Short stories from Genesis illustrate communication gaps. Practical habits and phrasing tips are offered to protect dignity and strengthen marital unity. The talk connects marriage to faith and redemption.
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Apple Employee Surprised Marriage Is Good
- Ken Wilgus recounts meeting an Apple store employee who was surprised to be excited about marriage.
- The man's reaction illustrates how cultural skepticism about marriage has increased over the past decade.
Marriage Is A Created Human Unity
- Marriage is founded in creation not just law, so it reflects a deep human unity beyond religious rules.
- Ken Wilgus connects Matthew 19 to Genesis 2 showing marriage as two parts of one original human made to image God together.
Different Shame Patterns From Genesis Explain Marital Pain
- Adam and Eve's separation in Genesis 2 and 3 explains different shame patterns that later cause marital conflict.
- Ken Wilgus explains the rib story and Genesis 3 shame showing men hide adequacy while women hide vulnerability and connection.