Awesome Marriage Podcast
752 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 775 ratingsFar too many couples are just surviving their marriage when it was meant to thrive. This is the place for practical tips on how to build an awesome marriage. Our passion is to help you strengthen your marriage.
Dr. Kim Kimberling hosts the show. Dr. Kim is the President of Awesome Marriage, has been married for 53 years, and has been a professional counselor for 40 years. He is the author of 7 Secrets to An Awesome Marriage and 14 Keys To Lasting Love.
Dr. Kim is joined by co-host Lindsay Few, Content Director for Awesome Marriage. She has been married for 20 years. Her husband is a church planter, and they love ministering to married couples together.
Tune in each week to hear practical ways on how to have an awesome marriage!
This podcast is brought to you by the ministry of Awesome Marriage.
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Episodes
3 Tips to Thriving As A Stepparent -Tip 2 | Ep. 245
August 30, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBAre you a stepparent or about to be one? Then this podcast episode is for you! In this 3 part series Dr. Kim and Christina share tips to thriving as a stepparent. Today is tip #2: practice sacrificial love. Tune in to learn more! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd tip to thriving as a stepparent!
3 Tips to Thriving As A Stepparent- Tip 1 | Ep. 244
August 29, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBThis is a mini series on 3 tips to thriving as a stepparent. Being a stepparent comes with some unique challenges that can often put a strain on your marriage. So this week we wanted to address that and give all stepparents some advice on how to stepparent well and get their marriage good. In this series we will be sharing 3 tips to thriving as a stepparent. We will be going over 1 tip each day. Today’s tip is: the marriage must come first. Tune in to learn more! Be sure to tune in ...
Becoming a StepParent: Second Marriage | Ep. 243
August 28, 2018 06:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBThe ministry of Awesome Marriage is for all couples who want to have an awesome marriage by submitting themselves to God and this certainly includes couples who are in a second marriage. We are here for the marriage you are in now to help you make it thrive and honor God. Many times, second marriages can be complicated and come with baggage. But there are practical things you can do to help your second marriage thrive. Today we are going to talk specifically about: becoming a stepparent. B...
Best of Podcast: Confessions From A Married Couple with Young Children
August 25, 2018 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because so much of our audience is in this life stage. Each life stage comes with it’s unique set of distractions and challenges. In this podcast David & Tracey Underwood join Dr. Kim as they share their story of being married with young children and what they are learning in this stage. Tune in to learn hear this couple’s story and how to do marriage well with young children in the home!
Ask Dr. Kim: My wife spends too much time on her phone and it’s hurting our marriage. What do I do? | Ep. 242
August 23, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: My wife spends too much time on her phone and it’s hurting our marriage. What do I do? Tune in to find out!
Make Time For Your Spouse: Second Marriage | Ep. 241
August 21, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBThe ministry of Awesome Marriage is for all couples who want to have an awesome marriage by submitting themselves to God and this certainly includes couples who are in a second marriage. We are here for the marriage you are in now to help you make it thrive and honor God. Many times, second marriages can be complicated and come with baggage. But there are practical things you can do to help your second marriage thrive. Today we are going to talk specifically about: the importance of making...
Best of Podcast: Confessions From Newlyweds
August 18, 2018 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it’s so important to start your marriage off right in the newlywed years. In this podcast Micah & Tiffany Miller join Dr. Kim as they share their story as a unique kind of newlyweds and what they are learning in this stage. Tune in to learn hear this couple’s very unique story!
Men, What You Need to Hear: Women’s Biggest Complaints | Ep. 240
August 17, 2018 06:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThis week at Awesome Marriage we doing a Man Week! Dr. Kim & Nils are talking all things men and getting real about marriage as men and how to be the men God calls you to be. But these episodes are not just for men! Wives- these are great episodes for you to listen to in order to better understand, love, and serve your husbands. It is no secret that sometimes our wives don’t have the nicest things to say about us men. In this episode Dr. Kim & Nils talk women’s biggest complaints and wha...
Fatherhood: What Makes a Great Father| Ep. 239
August 16, 2018 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBThis week at Awesome Marriage we doing a Man Week! Dr. Kim & Nils are talking all things men and getting real about marriage as men and how to be the men God calls you to be. But these episodes are not just for men! Wives- these are great episodes for you to listen to in order to better understand, love, and serve your husbands. In this episode Dr. Kim & Nils talk about fatherhood and what makes a great father. They give practical advice and share real life stories about what it means to...
Husbands Tell the Truth About Sex in Marriage | Ep. 238
August 15, 2018 06:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBThis week at Awesome Marriage we doing a Man Week! Dr. Kim & Nils are talking all things men and getting real about marriage as men and how to be the men God calls you to be. But these episodes are not just for men! Wives- these are great episodes for you to listen to in order to better understand, love, and serve your husbands. In this episode Dr. Kim & Nils are getting real and talking about the truth about sex in marriage. Tune in to learn more!
Lust: Guys Get Real | Ep. 237
August 14, 2018 06:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBThis week at Awesome Marriage we doing a Man Week! Dr. Kim & Nils are talking all things men and getting real about marriage as men and how to be the men God calls you to be. But these episodes are not just for men! Wives- these are great episodes for you to listen to in order to better understand, love, and serve your husbands. In this episode Dr. Kim & Nils dive into the very difficult topic of lust. Why is lust such a temptation for men? What are practical things you do to fight again...
Leadership in the Home | Ep. 236
August 13, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThis week at Awesome Marriage we doing a Man Week! Dr. Kim & Nils are talking all things men and getting real about marriage as men and how to be the men God calls you to be. But these episodes are not just for men! Wives- these are great episodes for you to listen to in order to better understand, love, and serve your husbands. In this episode Dr. Kim & Nils dive into the topic of leadership in the home. What it means, how to do it well, and where culture has it wrong. Tune in to lear...
Best of Podcast: How To Keep This Distraction From Messing Up Your Marriage: Selfishness
August 11, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it’s something we all struggle with. In this podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the distraction of selfishness and how to make sure it doesn’t cause trouble for your marriage. They share common issues of selfishness and give practical examples of what to do to make sure selfishness doesn’t eat away at your marriage. Tune in to learn more about how to make sure selfishness doesn’t mess up your marriage!
Don’t Be Blindsided: Second Marriage | Ep. 235
August 09, 2018 06:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBThe ministry of Awesome Marriage is for all couples who want to have an awesome marriage by submitting themselves to God and this certainly includes couples who are in a second marriage. We are here for the marriage you are in now to help you make it thrive and honor God. Many times, second marriages can be complicated and come with baggage. But there are practical things you can do to help your second marriage thrive. Today we are going to talk specifically about: how it’s important to ...
Letting Go of the Past & Creating a New Life: Second Marriage | Ep. 234
August 07, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBHere at Awesome Marriage, our hope is that every first marriage would work out and thrive and believe this is God’s design. But we know divorce happens and we have seen couples who commit to Christ have God-honoring, thriving second marriages. The ministry of Awesome Marriage is for all couples who want to have an awesome marriage by submitting themselves to God and this certainly includes couples who are in a second marriage. We are here for the marriage you are in now to help you make it...
Best of Podcast: How To Keep This Distraction From Messing Up Your Marriage- Families of Origin
August 04, 2018 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it’s an issue so many couples face and yet so many couples don’t recognize in their marriage. In this podcast Dr. Kim & Christina discuss the distraction of families of origin and how to make sure it doesn’t cause trouble for your marriage. How we were raised and our life experiences make up much of who we are and how we think, it’s important to understand that and to set healthy boundaries so that unrealistic...
Ask Dr. Kim: My husband isn’t open to counseling, but I think we need it. What do I do? | Ep. 233
August 02, 2018 06:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: My husband isn’t open to counseling, but I think we need it. What do I do? Tune in to find out!
Autism & Determined Parenting: Interview with Karla Akin | Ep. 232
August 01, 2018 06:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBToday on the podcast we welcome special guest Karla Akin. Karla is an author and speaker. Karla is the mother of five, including twin sons with autism. She has a bachelor’s in special education from Western Governors University and a doctorate in Christian education from Kingsway Theological Seminary. She has nearly four decades of teaching experience in homeschooling, private school and public education. Karla joins Dr. Kim to talk about her most recent book A Pair of Miracles: A Story o...
How to Support a Friend Going Through Divorce | Ep. 231
July 31, 2018 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBDo you have a friend that is going through a divorce? Unfortunately, when looking at the statistics- we all do! We want to provide some gospel-centered wisdom for how to deal with divorce. Divorce is hard. And as a Christian, it’s hard to know how to approach divorce when our friends go through it. Dr. Kim and Christina share practical advice and real stories about how to support a friend going through divorce. Tune in to learn more about how to support a friend going through divorce.
Best of Podcast: The Darkest of Valleys - The Taylors’ Story
July 28, 2018 06:00 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received the first time. In this podcast Dr. Kim has special guests Colby & Amanda Taylor with him. The Taylors are good friends of Dr. Kim’s. Amanda and Colby have been married for 11 years and have 5 beautiful children. Amanda is the owner of Embellished Weddings here in Oklahoma City where she plans and coordinates weddings. But Amanda, like us, is more passionate about the health o...
Ask Dr. Kim: Can Christians Date Online? | Ep. 230
July 26, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Can Christians Date Online? Tune in to find out!
My Marriage is Over; Now What? | Ep. 229
July 24, 2018 06:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBSo your marriage is over. What’s next? How do you cope? We want to provide some gospel-centered wisdom for how to deal with your marriage ending. Dr. Kim and Christina share practical advice and real stories about divorce to help people cope with what’s next. Tune in to learn more about what to do when your marriage has ended.
Ask Dr. Kim: Should I dump my girlfriend if my parents don’t like her? | Ep. 228
July 19, 2018 06:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Should I dump my girlfriend if my parents don’t like her? Tune in to find out!
Helping Your Kids Through Your Divorce | Ep. 227
July 17, 2018 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBWe want to provide some gospel-centered wisdom for how to deal with it if it comes your way and you can’t avoid it. Today we are going to talk specifically about: helping your kids through your divorce. Dr. Kim and Christina share practical advice and real stories about divorce to help parents help their kids cope with their divorce. Tune in to learn more about helping your kids through your divorce.
Ask Dr. Kim: How can we keep the romance alive during the season of having little kids in the house? | Ep. 226
July 12, 2018 06:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How can we keep the romance alive during the season of having little kids in the house? Tune in to find out!
Winning the Worry Battle - Interview with Barb Roose | Ep. 225
July 11, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBToday on the podcast we welcome special guest Barb Roose. Barb is an author and speaker who is passionate about connecting women to one another and to God. Barb joins Dr. Kim as they talk about Barb’s most recent book ‘Winning the Worry Battle: Life Lessons from the Book of Joshua’ is helping people win the battle over their worries. If you have ever been stressed out about something you can’t control- than this episode is for you! Barb gives real tools to dealing with worry beyond “just p...
Communicating Your Divorce to Loved Ones | Ep. 224
July 10, 2018 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBHere at Awesome Marriage we want every marriage to work and believe God can restore any marriage. But the ugly truth is, divorce happens. God hates divorce, he doesn’t hate divorced people. Although we don’t support divorce, we want to provide some gospel-centered wisdom for how to deal with it if it comes your way and you can’t avoid it. In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina talk specifically about communicating your divorce to loved ones. Tune in to learn more about how to communicate yo...
Best of Podcast: Relationship Resonance Part 1- Interview with Doug Hacking
July 07, 2018 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received the first time. In this podcast Dr. Kim has special guests Doug & Mary Ann Hacking with him. Doug Hacking is a former pharmaceutical sales representative and works as a pharmacist, adjunct faculty, and relational consultant. Doug & Mary Ann join Dr. Kim in this episode to talk about Doug’s new book “Relationship Resonance” and the first two components of his Relationship Resonan...
3 Truths Every Divorced Christian Needs to Know- Truth 3 | Ep. 223
July 06, 2018 06:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThis is a mini series on 3 truths every divorced Christian needs to hear. Here at Awesome Marriage we are FOR marriage and we desire every marriage to work and be thriving and God-honoring. But we live in a broken world and we recognize that divorce happens. So we want to shed some gospel truth for those that find themselves divorced. In this series we will be sharing 3 truths we believe every divorced Christian needs to know. We will be going over 1 truth each day. Today’s truth is: God i...
3 Truths Every Divorced Christian Needs to Know- Truth 2 | Ep. 222
July 05, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBAre you divorced? Know a friend going through divorce? Then this podcast episode is for you! In this 3 part series Dr. Kim and Christina shares truths every divorced Christian needs to know. Today is truth #2: God calls for forgiveness and kindness. Tune in to learn more! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd and final truth every divorced Christian needs to know!
3 Truths Every Divorced Christian Needs to Know- Truth 1 | Ep. 221
July 04, 2018 17:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBThis is a mini series on 3 truths every divorced Christian needs to hear. Here at Awesome Marriage we are FOR marriage and we desire every marriage to work and be thriving and God-honoring. But we live in a broken world and we recognize that divorce happens. So we want to shed some gospel truth for those that find themselves divorced. In this series we will be sharing 3 truths we believe every divorced Christian needs to know. We will be going over 1 truth each day. Today’s truth is: His B...
Going Through Divorce Gracefully | Ep. 220
July 03, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBHere at Awesome Marriage we want every marriage to work and believe God can restore any marriage. But the ugly truth is, divorce happens. God hates divorce, he doesn’t hate divorced people. Although we don’t support divorce, we want to provide some gospel-centered wisdom for how to deal with it if it comes your way and you can’t avoid it. In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina talk specifically about going through divorce gracefully. Tune in to learn more about how to handle divorce with gr...
Best of Podcast: Sharing Responsibility in Decision Making
June 30, 2018 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because making decisions wisely together as a couple is something so many couples struggle to do peacefully. In this podcast Christina and Dr. Kim talk about sharing responsibility when it comes to making decisions in marriage Tune in to learn more about how to share in decision making!
How to Affirm Your Husband | Ep. 219
June 28, 2018 06:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBWives- are your words building your husband up? Do you know what your husband needs to hear? This episode is part of a mini series on affirmation in marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss how to affirm your husband. They give practical tips and talk about the different ways men need to be affirmed by their wives. Tune in to learn more about how to affirm your husband!
How to Affirm Your Wife | Ep. 218
June 27, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBHusbands- are your words building your wife up? Do you know what your wife needs to hear? This episode is part of a mini series on affirmation in marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss how to affirm your wife. They give practical tips and talk about the different ways women need to be affirmed by their husbands. Tune in to learn more about how to affirm your wife!
How to Have a Great Date | Ep. 217
June 26, 2018 06:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBAre you making dating your spouse a priority? If so, are the dates the quality that they need to be? This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about quality time in marriage and different ways to find quality time. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss practical ways to make dating in marriage a priority and how to have a great date. Tune in to learn more!
Best of Podcast: Seasons of Transitions
June 23, 2018 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received from it the first time it aired. In this podcast Christina and Dr. Kim talk about seasons of transition. They share real life examples and personal stories of what seasons of transitions look like and how to navigate them together in a healthy way. Tune in to learn more about how to deal with seasons of transitions!
Ask Dr. Kim: What do you do when your spouse leaves you? | Ep. 216
June 21, 2018 06:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: What do you do when your spouse leaves you? Tune in to find out! RESOURCES Hope for the Separated by Gary Chapman When He Leaves: Help and Hope for Hurting Wives by Kari West
Minimizing Screen Time | Ep. 215
June 19, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBIs your smartphone ruining your marriage? Screens are everywhere and too many of us are spending too much time on them. One huge way you can increase your quality time in your marriage is by minimizing screen time. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss practical ways to reduce screen time, set boundaries, and make sure your spouse is a priority over your devices. Tune in to learn more! RESOURCES CNN Article About Nomophobia with Quiz Circle Apple Watch
Best of Podcast: Surviving the Valleys- Interview with Colby & Amanda Taylor
June 16, 2018 06:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received from it the first time it aired. In this podcast special guests Colby & Amanda Taylor join Dr. Kim. The Taylors are good friends of Dr. Kim’s. Amanda is the owner of Embellished Weddings in Oklahoma City where she plans and coordinates weddings. But Amanda, like us, is more passionate about the health of a marriage than the wedding day. Colby is a Pastor at Life.Church and toget...
Ask Dr. Kim: What should we do to prepare for marriage? | Ep. 214
June 14, 2018 06:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: What should we do to prepare for marriage? Tune in to find out! RESOURCES The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller Financial Peace University Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas 7 Secrets to An Awesome Marriage Awesome Marriage Online Prep for Marriage Course C...
How to Have a Great Family Trip | Ep. 213
June 12, 2018 06:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIt’s difficult to prioritize quality time with your spouse and family in the busy, fast paced culture we live in. This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about quality time in marriage and different ways to find quality time. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss practical ways to have a great family trip filled with quality time and memories that will last a lifetime. Tune in to learn more about how to have a great family trip!
Best of Podcast: Making Major Life Decisions
June 09, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because learning to make decisions wisely and peacefully together is a crucial part of having an awesome marriage. In this podcast Christina and Dr. Kim talk about making major life decisions in marriage. They share about the most common major life decisions and wise ways of going about making these major life decisions in unity with your spouse. Tune in to learn more about how to make wise major life decisions in mar...
Ask Dr. Kim: How should we as family choose what activities to be involved in and what not to? | Ep. 212
June 07, 2018 06:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How should we as family choose what activities to be involved in and what not to? Tune in to find out!
Maximizing Your Dinner Time | Ep. 211
June 05, 2018 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBQuality time for couples and families is one of the best things to help us stay connected and yet it can be one of the hardest things to accomplish in our busy, fast paced culture we live in. This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about quality time in marriage and different ways to find quality time. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss practical ways to maximize your dinner time for quality time. Tune in to learn more! RESOURCES Hello Fresh
Best of Podcast: Your Best Us- Marriage is Easier Than You Think Interview with Ted Lowe
June 02, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received from it the first time it aired. In this podcast special guest Ted Lowe joins Dr. Kim. Ted Lowe is a speaker, blogger, and the director of MarriedPeople, the marriage division at The reThink Group (also known as Orange), a non-profit organization devoted to influencing those who influence the next generation. In this podcast episode Dr. Kim & Ted talk about Ted’s book “Your Best...
Ask Dr. Kim: How do I know if my spouse and I need to see a Marriage Counselor? | Ep. 210
May 31, 2018 06:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How do I know if my spouse and I need to see a Marriage Counselor? Tune in to find out!
Family Abuse | Ep. 209
May 29, 2018 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBAbuse in families is something that happens too often. As Christians, it’s hard to know how to navigate abuse with grace and yet respect for yourself and protection for yourself and your family. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina tackle this difficult topic and provide some encouragement for those dealing with the trauma of abuse. Tune in to learn more!
Best of Podcast - How To Keep This Distraction From Messing Up Your Marriage: Technology
May 26, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it’s probably the biggest distraction in most marriages today. In our culture today screens and technology are everywhere and although that provides for many blessings, it can also be a very real and very addictive distraction. In this podcast Nils, Christina, and Dr. Kim share real life examples and give ideas on healthy boundaries that can help protect your marriage from this distraction. Tune in to learn mo...
Ask Dr. Kim: How do I find a good counselor who can truly fix my marriage? | Ep. 208
May 24, 2018 06:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBThis is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How do I find a good counselor who can truly fix my marriage? Tune in to find out!