From Fairy Tales to Real Love: The First 3 Phases of Marriage | Eden Restored

In this season premiere of Eden Restored, Dr. Stacy and Rhonda Spencer break down the first three phases every couple faces in marriage: the Dream Phase, the Recovery Phase, and the Disappointment Phase. From rose-tinted glasses to real-world conflicts, quirks, and unmet expectations, they share honest stories, practical tools, and biblical wisdom to help you press through and grow deeper together.

00:00 – Welcome back!

00:19 – Why restoration matters for couples

00:43 – Today’s topic: longevity in marriage

00:52 – The 6 phases of marriage explained

01:16 – Don’t give up before you go up

01:40 – God’s vision for marriage

02:04 – The 6 phases overview

02:27 – Phase 1: The Dream Phase

03:15 – What makes the Dream Phase so powerful

04:02 – Phase 2: The Recovery Phase

04:45 – Facing conflict and reality checks

05:36 – Phase 3: The Disappointment Phase

06:22 – Why couples quit too soon

07:05 – Tools for pushing through hard seasons

08:30 – Closing thoughts and encouragement