Dr. David Gudgel

David Gudgel is the Director of Health at Venture Church Network. He has over 40 years of experience as a pastor, serving in a lead role for several churches in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Phoenix. He has also taught at a variety of events and seminars for Walk Thru the Bible Ministries. David has authored several books including Before You Leave Home, Before You Get Engaged, and Enjoy Your Marriage More. He and his wife, Bernice, have three children and 11 grandchildren. Learn more about David at his website, davidgudgel.com.

Three Kinds of Love You Need For Your Marriage

Dr. David Gudgel wants to equip couples to have successful and enjoyable marriages. In this broadcast, Dr. Gudgel reviews the three Greek words for love – AGAPE (sacrificial love), PHILEO (friendship love), and EROS (romantic love) – and encourages couples to intentionally work on all three to improve their relationship.

August 11, 2023

Preparing Your Teen to Leave Home

Dr. David Gudgel shares his wisdom and insight as a dad of three successfully launched adults. He discusses how to navigate moral dilemmas, relational harmony, and the balance between independence from parents and dependence on God.

May 22, 2023

Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged

Pastor David Gudgel offers insight and wisdom into things you’ll want to consider before making a lifelong commitment to your future spouse. From communication styles to spiritual beliefs, Dave encourages you to examine your own heart before giving it to someone else.

August 22, 2022

Does Living Together Help or Hurt?

Pastor David Gudgel explains how parents can influence their teen and young adult children to avoid the risks of cohabitation and instead choose God’s design for marriage in a discussion based on his book Before You Live Together: Will Living Together Bring You Closer or Drive You Apart?

April 16, 2021