# Minute with Marlin EP #12 – Grief is the Price of Love

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Podcast: [Plain Values Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/plain-values-podcast-7471626)
Published: 2026-07-21T23:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://plainvalues.com/minute-with-marlin-ep-12-grief-is-the-price-of-love
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Duration seconds: 197

## Resource

Grief is the price of love. That line, shared from the pulpit at a funeral, made Marlin pause and reflect. It caused him to consider how often we hold back from deep relationships out of fear of getting hurt. We were built for genuine connection, Marlin reminds us. Yet most of our daily interactions stay surface-level (“I’m fine,” “Everything’s great”) because going deeper means risking vulnerability and exposing our true selves. But the few people who ask “How are you?” and truly mean it, who create a safe, judgment-free space, become the rare and treasured friendships we all need. When Marlin looks around at the immense pain, grief, and brokenness in the world—from violence and trafficking to everyday hurts—it can feel overwhelming. But our Creator doesn’t turn away. He cares deeply. And He calls us to be His hands and feet, to be a safe, loving presence for those around us. These short, heartfelt Minutes with Marlin deliver quick moments of wisdom, faith, humility, and encouragement… perfect for busy homestead days when we need a gentle reminder of what really matters.

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