Red Flags: How to Biblically Navigate Unhealthy Relationships

February 26, 2025
00:00 26:12
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Have you ever wondered if you should keep this relationship or let it go?

In this episode, we dive into the tricky topic of navigating challenging friendships, family dynamics and marriages—through a biblical lens. With "toxic relationships" being such a buzzword, how do we know when to work through conflict and when to walk away? Looking at Jesus’ teachings in Matthew, we explore how to set boundaries while still leading with love.

We’ll unpack ten significant red flags, like constant criticism, one-sided conversations, and control disguised as care. Whether you’re questioning a friendship, struggling in your marriage, working through tough in-law scenarios, or wanting healthier relationships, this episode is packed with practical, faith-filled wisdom.

Listen in for real-life insights, scriptural guidance, and the tools to build balanced, fulfilling relationships. 

If this episode resonates with you, you'll want to pick up a copy of Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life, available everywhere books are sold.

Xo,

Donna

Listen in to learn more!

(03:11) Navigating Toxic Relationships With Wisdom 

(07:55) Self-Reflection and Discernment 

(15:59) Recognizing Control and Narcissism

 

Donna’s Resources:

 

Order a copy of my new book - 

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. 

 

It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. 

 

If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.

 

It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith!

 

Connect with Donna 

 

Instagram: @donnaajones    

 

Website: 

www.donnajones.org    

 

Donna’s speaking schedule:

https://donnajones.org/events/    

 

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Meet Your Host
As a pastor’s wife with decades ministering to women, Donna Jones brings a wellspring of real-life wisdom, a lifetime of Biblical knowledge, and a dose of wit to propel listeners forward in their journey with God. She’s been described as “practical, biblical, engaging, and real, with the warmth you’d expect from a friend.”

Donna is the author of three books, including Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God and Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life. She’s written six Bible studies, four that deal with topics near to a woman’s heart: family, friendship, confidence, and contentment. Her works have been featured on Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, and Crosswalk. A national and international speaker, Donna has spoken to audiences in 28 states and on four continents and has been a guest on numerous podcasts and television shows.

Connect with Donna at www.donnajones.org, on Instagram @donnaajones or Facebook at Donna Jones, Speaker & Author.
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