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Beyond Broken Vows | Christian Marriage, Adultery, Pornography Addiction, Sexual Betrayal, InfidelityAuthor: Emily & Johnny Spigelmire Christian Marriage Recovery Coaches
***Top 1.5% Global Podcast***Dear Betrayed,Are you in shock? Confused, devastated, hurt, angry and feeling like you are not enough? Do you feel like it must be your fault, like you should have somehow seen the signs? Are you grieving the death of the marriage you thought you had?Dear Betrayer,Have you been believing the lie that if people knew what was really in your heart and mind, they would turn their back on you? Have you been convinced that your wife and family would leave you and you would lose everything if/when you came clean? Beloved, do you both feel like your marriage is over?Well, youre right. That marriage full of secrets and lies IS over. But now there is hope for an honest and transparent marriage - one full of trust, safety, connection, forgiveness, acceptance, and intimacy that youve never known before. Bold statement, right? You may be thinking, No way! Thats okay. We understandHi, we are Johnny and Emily Spigelmire and we have been where you are...As a result of adultery fueled by pornography, the marriage vows we had exchanged as starry-eyed newlyweds and had worked so hard to keep were eventually shattered. Weve been through hell and back. But we are here, together, to let you know that this devastation we experienced was actually a gift.Of course, we didnt see it that way at first and you probably dont either. But, through a commitment to recovery, our faith in God, and our hope for redemption, we set out on a journey of healing, and we cant wait to share what weve learned with you. We now have a marriage that continually blows our minds, and we give God all the glory!So, if youre ready to move from heartbreak and pain to hope and healing, grab your favorite beverage, get comfy, and join us on a journey of faith as we talk through difficult questions like;Is there hope for our marriage?Can I fix all the damage Ive done?Can I ever trust again?Is true intimacy even possible?We will also do deep dives into the topics of:* Isolation* Guilt and Sham Language: en Genres: Christianity, Relationships, Religion & Spirituality, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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178 | From Triggers to Trust: Redeeming the Beach 8 Years Later
Monday, 5 October, 2026
Recovery is not a straight line, and hitting an unexpected landmine years down the road can feel like falling all the way back to day one. Recording from our anniversary trip, we unpack a sudden trigger that hit Emily in a hotel pool, dragging up painful memories of the past and the heavy reality of betrayal trauma. Instead of old patterns taking over—withdrawal, defensiveness, or panic—this moment became a test of the tools we’ve fought to build. Emily shares what it looked like to reach for Johnny rather than pull away, and how staying connected in the middle of the wave changed everything. Johnny breaks down the vital shift from defensive reaction to grounded, empathetic listening, offering the reassurance and space Emily needed to let the grief move through them instead of tearing them apart. Triggers aren't proof that healing failed; they are flashing lights pointing to the exact spots still asking for grace. Tune in to hear how faith, community, and relentless honesty turn unexpected pain into deeper intimacy. We pray this blesses you, Johnny and Emily 💚TIP JAR - If this, or any of our episodes, brought you hope or encouragement, please leave us a little blessing to help us keep our content ad-free! 💜Work with us! coaching.beyondbrokenvows.com 💜Hang out with us and support our ministry on Patreon, beyondbrokenvows.com/partner 💜Become a Beyond Broken Vows Insider! Receive our weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes stories, marriage tips, podcast previews and early access to giveaways and promotions! insider.beyondbrokenvows.com 💜Send us a voice message on SpeakPipe RESOURCES: Download our e-book, “9 Steps to Healing After Sexual Betrayal: For Couples Who Have Chosen to Stay Married” Covenant Eyes Use promo Code BBV to get 30 days free! (website purchase only) RELATED EPISODES: Episode 13. His Triggers, Her Triggers – 4 Steps For Dealing With Triggers While Healing From Infidelity Episode 79. Redeeming What Was Lost, Stolen, or Given Away Through Adultery NEXT STEPS: ✔️FOLLOW so you don’t miss a show! ✔️Leave a 5-star rating & written review on Apple Podcast. ✔️ You can connect with us at support@beyondbrokenvows.com.
