Ladylike Podcast | Episode7: Communication in Marriage, In Light of Roles

About this sermon

What does it really mean to submit to your husband — and how does that shape the way we communicate as wives? In this episode, Julie and Delaney sit down for an honest, encouraging conversation about communication in marriage, grounded in Ephesians 5:22–33. They unpack what a submissive spirit actually looks like in real life (hint: it doesn't mean losing your personality!), the difference between controlling responses and respectful ones, and the heavy weight of leadership in marriage. Julie also shares a sweet story from the early years of her marriage, and Delaney opens up about a faith-testing decision she and her husband Landon navigated as newlyweds. Whether you're newly married or years into your journey, this conversation is full of wisdom, laughs, and practical encouragement. In this episode: 00:00 Welcome & Introductions 00:43 Why We Started This Podcast 03:08 Today's Topic: Communication in Marriage 04:22 Ephesians 5 as Our Anchor 05:00 What Does Submission Really Mean? 07:04 Controlling vs. Submissive Responses 09:18 Delaney's Tip: Actually Listening to Each Other 11:15 Giving Clear Information, Not Demands 14:07 The Weight of a Husband's Role 22:30 Ephesians 5: The Husband's Call to Sacrificial Love 29:56 Why Respect Is a Deep Need 33:00 Building Your House with Your Words 35:55 Nuts & Bolts: Creating a Custom Cleaning Routine 39:30 How Delaney & Landon Divide Household Responsibilities 42:13 Wrap Up & What's Coming Next Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and share this with a friend who needs a little encouragement today! 🎙️ ABOUT LADYLIKE Ladylike is a podcast rooted in biblical discipleship for women — honest conversations about faith, marriage, motherhood, and everyday life. Hosted by Julie Terry and Delaney Crews. New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe so you don't miss one! #LadylikePodcast #ChristianWomen #BiblicalDiscipleship #NewlyMarried #FaithAndMarriage #ChristianPodcast #WomenOfFaith #GrowWithGod Download the Maximum Life+ app today and get instant access to hundreds of hours of sermons, Bible studies, books, and exclusive content from Dr. Zach Terry — all in one place. AMPLIFY THE TRUTH by supporting Maximum Life - https//www.zachterry.org/donate Website http://www.ladyliketalk.org

Topics

• Marriage