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In this episode of 12-Minute Convos with Jesus Believers, Engel Jones connects with Deb Potts from Michigan to discuss the beautiful, challenging reality of a 50-year marriage. Deb candidly shares how she and her husband, Bruce, are complete opposites, and how the first 18 years of their marriage were spent without following Christ. Listen in to hear the fascinating story of how moving to Europe led her to a Bible-believing English service and an unexpected, life-changing encounter with Jesus.
Deb bravely opens up about the "tsunami" of her life; her father's tragic suicide; and how God’s peace kept her from anger, ultimately leading her husband to fully surrender to the Lord just months later. Today, Deb and Bruce serve as marriage mentors, helping other couples navigate their own difficult seasons. Sharing the hard lesson that you cannot "save" anyone else's marriage, she provides wisdom on humility and true spiritual partnership. If you are struggling in your relationships or facing unimaginable grief, Deb’s message to "keep running the race with endurance" will deeply encourage your soul!
Guest's Bio
Deb Potts was called by God to follow Him just at the brink of a family tragedy. She's been on mission for the past 30 years to serve Him every day of her life. She loves to share her amazing journey of healing with anyone who will listen. Her greatest joy is passing on the wisdom God taught her about forgiveness, healing, and destiny.
Deb and her husband Bruce are in Act II (aka retirement), living with purpose and commitment to "stay fresh" so they can "declare that the Lord is upright; He is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness in Him" (Psalm 92:14-15).
Since 2012 Deb & Bruce have been part of the Marriage Ministry at their church campus. They continue to mentor couples and individuals who have hit a rough spot, train other mentors, and foster a legacy of enduring marriage in their church and their family.
Deb has authored two books, Making Peace with Prickly People, and a devotional called Mindful. Together with Bruce, they co-authored Love on Life Support, an award-winning, semi-autobiographical novel. In over forty years of marriage, they have experienced both highs and lows, including some shocking and desperate situations. Through it all, their strong faith, marriage, and community sustained them. They were compelled to weave their experiences and their know-how as Marriage Mentors into a captivating story to help encourage any couple going through serious life struggles.
No matter what, there is Hope!
Connect with Deb and learn more at www.debpotts.com.