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Marriage & In-Laws: Protecting Your Home from Family Interference | Pastor Mensa Otabil

Welcome to Christian Conversations with Mensah Otabil featuring Albert Ocran. In this powerful episode, we explore one of the most sensitive but important topics in marriage — family interference, in-laws, sibling rivalry, and managing outside voices. Marriage is not just about two people. It often includes: • In-laws and boundaries • Sibling tensions • Parental influence • Cultural expectations • Dysfunctional family patterns • Toxic generational cycles From the story of Genesis to biblical examples like Cain and Abel, Jacob and Esau, we learn how unmanaged family dynamics can create deep wounds in marriage. You will discover: • What “leave and cleave” really means • How to set healthy boundaries with parents • How to avoid repeating dysfunctional family patterns • Why self-awareness is key to building a noble marriage • How to resolve conflict intentionally (including the Sunday reconciliation principle) If you are married, preparing for marriage, or navigating in-law tensions, this conversation will equip you with practical and biblical wisdom. 📌 Subscribe for more Christ-centered discussions on marriage, faith, and family. 00:00 – Introduction 02:15 – Marriage Beyond the Couple 06:30 – Third-Party Interference in Scripture 12:40 – When Family Conflict Affects Your Faith 18:10 – Cultural Pressure & African Family Hierarchy 25:00 – What “Leave and Cleave” Really Means 32:15 – Sibling Rivalry & Parenting Wisdom 40:20 – Understanding In-Laws & Boundaries 49:10 – What Makes Someone “Well-Adjusted”? 58:30 – When Parents Overstep 1:07:20 – Conflict Resolution in Marriage 1:15:00 – Sunday Reconciliation Principle 1:22:10 – Breaking Dysfunctional Cycles 1:30:00 – Final Advice to Couples