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The Best Gift For Your Kids: Your Marriage, A Conversation With Mike and Alicia Hernon

Author
Dan Lawson
Published
Wed 25 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dan-lawson1/episodes/The-Best-Gift-For-Your-Kids-Your-Marriage--A-Conversation-With-Mike-and-Alicia-Hernon-e34nive

In this episode, Dan speaks with Mike and Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project, about the challenges and joys of family life, the importance of encouragement for parents, and the foundational elements of a strong family. They discuss the necessity of prioritizing marriage, the role of community, and the transformative power of getaways for couples. The conversation emphasizes the need for intentionality in relationships and the impact of a healthy marriage on children.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Family Life Podcasting

07:36 The Importance of Encouragement in Parenting

10:20 Foundations of a Strong Family

13:13 Balancing Family and Ministry

15:47 Building Healthy Habits and Community

18:35 The Role of Intergenerational Relationships

21:24 Navigating Challenges in Marriage

24:19 The Power of Community in Family Life

29:47 The Importance of Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone

30:47 The Power of Couple Getaways

31:38 Creating Space for Connection

33:26 The Structure of a Getaway Retreat

35:07 Experiencing Spiritual Renewal

36:16 Transformative Experiences in Marriage

37:55 Investing in Your Marriage

41:33 The Impact of Marriage on Parenting

43:59 Prioritizing Marriage for Family Health

47:47 The Importance of Self-Care in Marriage

50:43 Creative Solutions for Date Nights

52:25 Modeling Healthy Relationships for Children

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