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Oct 2023
1h 15m

Why 99% of Relationships FAIL (Do THIS T...

Lewis Howes
About this episode

Today we have a special guest, Pastor Michael Todd, who is a renowned spiritual leader and relationship expert. Pastor Michael and his wife, Natalie, have been leading Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, since 2015. They are known for their impactful teaching on relationships, marriage, and personal growth. 

Michael Todd is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Damaged but Not Destroyed, Relationship Goals and Crazy Faith and is the lead pastor of Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with over 5,000 people in physical attendance and over 250,000 viewers live online every week. With a 6.3M+ and growing social following, Todd speaks at a variety of influential churches, events, and conferences each year, including Elevation Church, C3 Conference, Lakewood Church, VOUS Conference, Relentless Church, XO Conference, and has been featured on many prominent media outlets such as The Today Show, Fox & Friends, Forbes, Ebony, The 700 Club, and the Tamron Hall Show. He and his wife, Natalie, have been married since 2010 and live in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with their four beautiful children: their daughters, Isabella, Ava, and Gia, and their son, Michael Jr. Learn more at iammiketodd.com.

Buy his book: Damaged but Not Destroyed

In this episode you will learn,

  • The importance of addressing and healing past trauma to become better partners in current relationships.
  • The concept of a "kingdom couple" – a dynamic duo that transcends the conventional relationship. Learn what it means to build a powerful partnership rooted in purpose, trust, and shared values.
  • How selecting the right partner can significantly impact your journey towards fulfilling your life's purpose.
  • Michael Todd delves into the importance of self-discovery and purpose-driven living for a fulfilling relationship.
  • How the intimate aspect of a partnership can either strengthen or strain the connection between two individuals.

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