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May 6, 2021

Marriage is Not a Competition

When you and your spouse do life as a team, it's amazing what you can accomplish together, But if you compete against each other, things will go terribly wrong. John, Greg, and Erin give you some insights on how you and your spouse can work together in spite of your differences. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Mrs. Jean Daly.

Original Air Date: May 6, 2021

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