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Stand Firm Parents
Why Marriage Needs Purpose
Jake McCandless
(Stand Firm/Lifeword)
Aired on Feb 12, 2026
Show Stand Firm Parents
Feb 13, 2026
Duration:
00:36:08 Minutes
Views:
5
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Marriage rarely collapses all at once. More often, it slowly drifts — overwhelmed by schedules, stress, and survival mode. In this episode of Stand Firm Parents, Jake McCandless welcomes Jamie and Lisa Castro, who have spent over four decades building their own marriage while mentoring countless couples along the way. Through health coaching, leadership mentoring, and now marriage retreats, the Castros have discovered a foundational truth: when marriages lack shared purpose and direction, everything else begins to suffer — faith, family, leadership, and personal well-being. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, they unpack: • Why shared mission matters in marriage• How intentional growth strengthens relationships• The impact of discipleship within marriage• Why inviting others into authentic community changes lives• How purpose transforms marriages from drifting to thriving This episode lays the groundwork for the practical steps coming in Part 2, where couples learn how to build and live out a shared marriage vision. If you want your marriage to move from maintenance to mission, this episode will challenge and encourage you. 👉 Ready to strengthen your family’s spiritual foundation?Visit: parentscommit.standfirmjake.com

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