My Forever Love (Guests: Gregg & Shakela Matthews)

Can love survive after decades apart? In episode #803, Laterras sits down with Shakela and Gregg Matthews to recount their remarkable love story. Facing divorces, infidelity, and a journey of forgiveness, this story will take you from their initial teenage romance through personal struggles, marriages to others, and eventual reunion. Kela and Gregg's union is a testimony of commitment, forgiveness, and the power of timing. This conversation offers deep insights into dealing with betrayal, the importance of emotional healing, and the resilience of true love.   [00:00:00 - 00:02:21] Intro  [00:02:22 - 00:14:55] Early romance and heartbreak [00:14:56 - 00:20:33] The cost of a misunderstanding [00:20:34 - 00:30:46] Reconnection attempts [00:30:47 - 00:35:43] Gregg’s spiritual journey [00:35:44 - 00:52:44] Facing infidelity [00:52:45 - 00:59:38] The power of forgiveness [00:59:39 - 01:04:11] Allowing yourself to be loved again  [01:04:12 - 01:08:42] Back together after 24 years [01:08:43 - 01:11:25] Kela’s message for women  [01:11:26 - 01:13:16] Greg’s message for men [01:11:26 - 01:14:52] Prayer for restoration [01:14:53 - 01:16:57] Kela’s Book  [01:16:58 - 01:24:20] Impact on family and friends [01:24:21 - 01:30:02] Closing segment     Key Quotes: "It was 24 years before we got back together. When I saw him again, he had always been there." - Shakela Matthews  "I'm intentional about loving her because now I understand that I was able to be free in loving me." - Gregg Matthews    CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Shakela Matthews - https://www.instagram.com/kelatwrites/ Gregg Matthews - https://www.instagram.com/my_foreverlove_/   SIGN UP FOR OUR MAILING LIST HERE: https://bit.ly/LRWconnection   Live intentionally transparent with the latest merch at https://www.dearfuturewifey.com/.   Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifeySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.