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‘Chemistry’ Isn’t the Secret to Marriage. Differences Are.

There’s a buzzword in pop culture that’s supposed to reveal the secret to a happy marriage.

“Chemistry.”

Successful relationships, we’re told, ultimately boil down to two people sharing common interests.

Obviously, the more points of agreement between a husband and wife, the better. But in God’s economy, the secret to a thriving marriage isn’t in a couple’s similarities, but in how they handle their differences.

God designed marriage to bring together two unique individuals into a sacred union where they “become one.” That requires a lot of hard work, selflessness, and a commitment to love your spouse through the good and the ugly.

And complications can certainly arise. The same differences that so powerfully draw couples together when they’re courting or dating can drive them apart in marriage.

“Opposites attract” isn’t just a plot device in sitcoms or romantic comedies. It’s a reality wired into our brains … literally.

Joining us on our broadcast today is Dr. Walt Larimore and his wife, Barbara. Walt formerly served as the vice president of Medical Outreach here at Focus. He’s a respected physician, author, and speaker. Perhaps most importantly, he’s been married to Barbara for over thirty years.

They both bring an important perspective to our conversation about how a couple’s brains are uniquely wired and how those differences can affect their marriage … for better or worse.

Join us for “How Differences Strengthen Your Marriage” on your local radio station, online, or on our free phone app.

You may also be interested in the Larimore’s book, “His Brain, Her Brain.” You can find that and other helpful resources for your marriage in our online bookstore.

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Topics: Family and Home Tags: broadcast, marriage July 10, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

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Jim-Daly Jim Daly is a husband, father and President of Focus on the Family and host of its National Radio Hall of Fame broadcast. His blog, Daly Focus, is full of timely commentary and wisdom designed to help you navigate and understand today’s culture. His latest book is Marriage Done Right.

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