Ep. 075 – Healthy Architecture of the Soul with Dr. Jen Ripley | Covenant Love, Boundaries, and a Church That Cares
In this episode, Dr. Barbara Jean Sauvé sits down with Dr. Jen Ripley to explore covenant vs. contract love in marriage and why “I give what I have” creates resilience when life gets hard.
They discuss why scorekeeping signals distress, how forgiveness differs from reconciliation, and why boundaries protect love from resentment and burnout. The conversation also turns to the church in a lonely culture, highlighting the healing power of presence, listening, and safe community.
If you’re healing from codependence, rebuilding marriage, or longing for deeper belonging, this episode offers research-based wisdom and Christ-centered hope.
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