074: Meet Montell & Kristin Jordan

What if the biggest lie about marriage is something you tell yourself every single day?In this powerful episode of the Marriage of Greatness podcast, Evan and Susan Money sit down with legendary R&B artist Montell Jordan and his incredible wife Kristin Jordan for a deeply honest conversation about love, loss, legacy, and the relentless pursuit of a “marriage of greatness”—even when the road gets unimaginably tough.Key Highlights:From the Stage to Serving Marriages: Discover how Montell and Kristin transitioned from music stardom to helping couples transform their relationships through The Jordan River and their Merit Masterpiece Academy.The Lies We Tell Ourselves in Marriage: The Jordans break down the most damaging myths about wedded life—including the belief that you can “fix” your partner or that marriage should be “easy.”Real Talk on Loss and Reconciliation: With heartfelt transparency, the couple shares their journey through infidelity, financial hardship, the loss of a child, and the rebuilding of faith—offering hope and wisdom for those facing similar battles.Daily Habits for a Great Marriage: Learn the Jordans’ “first things first” approach and the importance of out-serving each other, prioritizing relationships, and putting God and your spouse above all else.The Power of Transparency: Find out why hiding your struggles can torment you—and how sharing your story can set you (and others) free.Ready to Put These Lessons Into Action?Prioritize Your Relationships: Take a moment today to reflect—are you putting “first things first”? Where does your spouse fall in your daily priorities?Practice Daily Dating: Don’t just save romance for big occasions. Look for little ways to “date” and serve your spouse each day.Open Up Your Story: Take a step towards transparency. Sharing your own struggles (even with just one trusted friend or partner) can be liberating.Press In, Not Away: If you're going through pain or loss, lean into each other and your faith, rather than withdrawing.Guardrails, Not Perfection: Embrace the guardrails that keep your marriage on a healthy path—no relationship is perfect, but intentional habits make all the difference.Want More?Visit evanlovessusan.com and marriageofgreatness.com for resources, stories, and to follow the Money’s journey to 100 weddings.Check out the Jordans’ Merit Masterpiece Academy online and follow their work at The Jordan River if you’re ready to take your marriage from good… to truly great.Timestamped Overview00:00 Healing Marriages at Jordan River04:56 Letting Others Learn Independently08:16 Marriage's Biggest Lie: Good vs. Great09:46 "Selflessness in Marriage"15:47 "Faithful Love's Journey"19:08 Coping with Child Loss in Marriage22:53 Unimaginable Journey of Loss24:28 Reuniting with Lost Loved Ones28:05 "Emotional Moment at McKendrick's"32:05 "Communicating Needs in Relationships"35:11 "Sharing Stories of Marriage Resilience"37:17 Prioritize Over Balance in Relationships40:52 "World-Changing Wedding Enthusiasts"44:46 Daily Renewal, Lasting Love47:30 From Sympathy to Empathy48:59 Nature-Inspired Fashion Statement