FAITHFUL LIFE
196 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 729 ratingsFAITHFUL LIFE is a weekly Podcast with hosts Matt & Lisa Jacobson, authors of the bestselling books, 100 Ways to Love Your Wife & 100 Ways to Love Your Husband (over 250,000 sold!) What does it mean to be a biblical Christian in Marriage, Parenting, Church, and Culture? Each episode takes on a vital issue and explores what The Word says about it – topics like sex, purity, growing in oneness as a married couple, difficult parenting issues, being a biblical Christian in a fallen world and much more, including practical steps for real success and deep growth in these areas. . . we laugh a lot, too! Join us for deep encouragement every week!
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What Does It Mean to be A Faithful Man?
July 23, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIt's God's expectation for every man who called himself "Christian" yet, even in the Bible, the question is asked, ". . . a faithful man, who can find?" Do you think of yourself as faithful - in everything? What does it mean to be a faithful man - from God's perspective?
23: What Does It Mean to be A Faithful Man?
July 23, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIt's God's expectation for every man who called himself "Christian" yet, even in the Bible, the question is asked, ". . . a faithful man, who can find?" Do you think of yourself as faithful - in everything? What does it mean to be a faithful man - from God's perspective?
Marriage Weekend: Increase Her Desire
July 18, 2019 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBMany men wish their wives would be more interested in sex. And they wish their wives would be more involved during sex… Not just physically, but engaged emotionally and relationally. What needs to change? In this first Marriage Weekend episode of FAITHFUL LIFE podcast, Matt and Lisa talk about the missing element in many relationships that, once understood, changes everything in the bedroom for both husband and wife.
22: Marriage Weekend: Increase Her Desire
July 18, 2019 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBMany men wish their wives would be more interested in sex. And they wish their wives would be more involved during sex… Not just physically, but engaged emotionally and relationally. What needs to change? In this first Marriage Weekend episode of FAITHFUL LIFE podcast, Matt and Lisa talk about the missing element in many relationships that, once understood, changes everything in the bedroom for both husband and wife.
How To Have a Good Fight in a Loving Marriage!
July 16, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBHave you ever had an argument with your husband or wife that you wish never took place? It happens too often in too many marriages and the destruction can take months, even years, to heal. There is a better way - a more biblical way - that can take what would have been ugly and hurtful and produce a positive outcome, avoiding all the relationship trauma that sin produces. Join the discussion as Matt and Lisa share the right, biblical way to handle conflict in your marriage. Matt is a biblica...
21: How To Have a Good Fight in a Loving Marriage!
July 16, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBHave you ever had an argument with your husband or wife that you wish never took place? It happens too often in too many marriages and the destruction can take months, even years, to heal. There is a better way - a more biblical way - that can take what would have been ugly and hurtful and produce a positive outcome, avoiding all the relationship trauma that sin produces. Join the discussion as Matt and Lisa share the right, biblical way to handle conflict in your marriage. Matt is a biblica...
Jeremy & Audrey Roloff Share How They Fight to Keep Their Marriage Strong! (Interview)
July 09, 2019 09:54 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBJeremy & Audrey Roloff (Stars of reality TV show: Little People, Big World and New York Times Bestselling Authors, A Love Letter Life) get real answering Matt & Lisa's questions about the struggles they face as the demands on their time never stop. They share how they invest in each other to keep their marriage strong and offer helpful, practical wisdom that applies to any marriage. The Roloffs are Hosts of the Top-rated podcast, Behind the Scenes, and were part of our Church community when...
20: Jeremy & Audrey Roloff Share How They Fight to Keep Their Marriage Strong! (Interview)
July 09, 2019 09:54 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBJeremy & Audrey Roloff (Stars of reality TV show: Little People, Big World and New York Times Bestselling Authors, A Love Letter Life) get real answering Matt & Lisa's questions about the struggles they face as the demands on their time never stop. They share how they invest in each other to keep their marriage strong and offer helpful, practical wisdom that applies to any marriage. The Roloffs are Hosts of the Top-rated podcast, Behind the Scenes, and were part of our Church community when...
What God Thinks of You (And it might not be what you think!)
June 25, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBAre God's arms crossed as he glares down at you from heaven? Is he impossible to please? Do you spend most of your life disappointing him? Constant condemnation - that's how many people feel on a daily basis but, is this the message God wants Christians to believe about him and his thoughts toward them? What does the Bible have to say about what God really thinks of you?
19: What God Thinks of You (And it might not be what you think!)
June 25, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBAre God's arms crossed as he glares down at you from heaven? Is he impossible to please? Do you spend most of your life disappointing him? Constant condemnation - that's how many people feel on a daily basis but, is this the message God wants Christians to believe about him and his thoughts toward them? What does the Bible have to say about what God really thinks of you?
18: 5 Discipline Mistakes Wise Parents Avoid
June 18, 2019 11:16 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBDo you ever feel like you’re making mistakes with your kids? In this episode we tackle five common discipline mistakes that parents make that are easy to avoid if you have your head in the game. Every parent knows they have a powerful impact on their kids. Take positive steps this week toward healthy instruction correction and discipline that will build your relationship as your child yields their heart to you! You can follow Lisa at club31women.com and @club31women on Instagram . Connect wit...
5 Discipline Mistakes Wise Parents Avoid
June 18, 2019 11:16 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBDo you ever feel like you’re making mistakes with your kids? In this episode we tackle five common discipline mistakes that parents make that are easy to avoid if you have your head in the game. Every parent knows they have a powerful impact on their kids. Take positive steps this week toward healthy instruction correction and discipline that will build your relationship as your child yields their heart to you! You can follow Lisa at club31women.com and @club31women on Instagram . Connect wit...
17: 10 Top Marriage Tips For Better EVERYTHING!
June 11, 2019 11:25 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBMatt & Lisa share 10 foundational tips for greatly improving your marriage - a deeply needed refresher for some and completely new information for others! Positive, practical steps to take, today, and instruction for embracing God's perspective as a husband and wife..
10 Top Marriage Tips For Better EVERYTHING!
June 11, 2019 11:25 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBMatt & Lisa share 10 foundational tips for greatly improving your marriage - a deeply needed refresher for some and completely new information for others! Positive, practical steps to take, today, and instruction for embracing God's perspective as a husband and wife..
Why You Should Date Your Girlfriend . . . Especially After You're Married!
June 04, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBWhen was the last time you took your wife on a Date? Is the passion for and and pursuit of your wife's heart a #1 priority with you? Your wife will never stop desiring to be desired. She may be a wife, mother, house manager, business manager - the years will pass by but, one thing will never change: She's always a woman. Inspiration and instruction for getting back into a loving, dating relationship with your wife.
16: Why You Should Date Your Girlfriend . . . Especially After You're Married!
June 04, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBWhen was the last time you took your wife on a Date? Is the passion for and and pursuit of your wife's heart a #1 priority with you? Your wife will never stop desiring to be desired. She may be a wife, mother, house manager, business manager - the years will pass by but, one thing will never change: She's always a woman. Inspiration and instruction for getting back into a loving, dating relationship with your wife.
What God Wants for Your Marriage - Interview with Aaron and Jennifer Smith of Marriage After God podcast
May 28, 2019 12:45 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBA great discussion with Aaron and Jennifer Smith, answering questions about marriage, purity, holiness, and God's real purpose in your marriage - all topics covered in their new book, Marriage After God!
15: What God Wants for Your Marriage - Interview with Aaron and Jennifer Smith of Marriage After God podcast
May 28, 2019 12:45 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBA great discussion with Aaron and Jennifer Smith, answering questions about marriage, purity, holiness, and God's real purpose in your marriage - all topics covered in their new book, Marriage After God!
14: Give Your Son a Vision for the Man He is Becoming
May 21, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBIf you have a son, you're raising someone's husband and father. Will he be a man of good character - courageous, loyal, honest, kind, hardworking, with deep integrity? Are you giving your son a vision of the man he is becoming? This episode contains practical wisdom and guidance for teaching your son to focus on the future his choices will take him to.
Give Your Son a Vision for the Man He is Becoming
May 21, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBIf you have a son, you're raising someone's husband and father. Will he be a man of good character - courageous, loyal, honest, kind, hardworking, with deep integrity? Are you giving your son a vision of the man he is becoming? This episode contains practical wisdom and guidance for teaching your son to focus on the future his choices will take him to.
Protect Your Marriage From Emotional Adultery
May 14, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.5 MBThe world says married men & women pursuing relationships with the opposite sex outside of marriage is no big deal - it's healthy, even. But, is this true? Is this a biblical perspective? How many divorces started with a casual positive relationship with someone else spouse? Is your marriage immune?
13: Protect Your Marriage From Emotional Adultery
May 14, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.5 MBThe world says married men & women pursuing relationships with the opposite sex outside of marriage is no big deal - it's healthy, even. But, is this true? Is this a biblical perspective? How many divorces started with a casual positive relationship with someone else spouse? Is your marriage immune?
12: When Trust Is Broken - From Conflict With Others to Restored Relationships
May 07, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBDealing with conflict requires confrontation and often leads to contention. Who wants that? Learn how to handle conflict the biblical way and restore those once impossible relationships with other believers.
When Trust Is Broken - From Conflict With Others to Restored Relationships
May 07, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBDealing with conflict requires confrontation and often leads to contention. Who wants that? Learn how to handle conflict the biblical way and restore those once impossible relationships with other believers.
11: The Difference Between Discipline and Training - The Secret Every Successful Parent Knows
April 30, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBDo this and the need for discipline of your children will diminish by up to 80% in a very short time! Sound impossible? It's not! In this episode, we explore the vital difference between discipline and training. When was the last time you purposefully took the time to train your children?
The Difference Between Discipline and Training - The Secret Every Successful Parent Knows
April 30, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBDo this and the need for discipline of your children will diminish by up to 80% in a very short time! Sound impossible? It's not! In this episode, we explore the vital difference between discipline and training. When was the last time you purposefully took the time to train your children?
10: The Best Communication for a Great Marriage! How to listen and be heard.
April 23, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBGood communication brings life, healing, and love to your relationship. Bad communication . . . well, we know where that leads! Which kind do you have in your marriage? Getting communication right is vital for every marriage. How do you communicate with the one you’re building a life together?
The Best Communication for a Great Marriage! How to listen and be heard.
April 23, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBGood communication brings life, healing, and love to your relationship. Bad communication . . . well, we know where that leads! Which kind do you have in your marriage? Getting communication right is vital for every marriage. How do you communicate with the one you’re building a life together?
9: Is Finding Real Community in Church Even Possible?
April 16, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBHow do you find real community in the local Church? What does it mean to "walk in fellowship" with each other? The real richness in the Church gathering is found in deep, trusting, accountable relationships. What does that look like in the local Church?
Is Finding Real Community in Church Even Possible?
April 16, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBHow do you find real community in the local Church? What does it mean to "walk in fellowship" with each other? The real richness in the Church gathering is found in deep, trusting, accountable relationships. What does that look like in the local Church?
Words of Affirmation: Bringing Life & Love to Your Spouse & Kids
April 09, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBDo you use the powerful words of affirmation in your marriage and parenting? Are you aware of the role you play in building up the heart of your spouse and kids? When was the last time you communicated how much you value and deeply appreciate your spouse?
8: Words of Affirmation: Bringing Life & Love to Your Spouse & Kids
April 09, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBDo you use the powerful words of affirmation in your marriage and parenting? Are you aware of the role you play in building up the heart of your spouse and kids? When was the last time you communicated how much you value and deeply appreciate your spouse?
How to Enjoy Forgiveness and Restore Your Marriage
April 02, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBOffenses come in marriage - They're just part of two people learning to weave their lives together. Do you know how to deal with those offenses and walk through the process of forgiveness in a wise, productive, biblical way that will restore your relationship?
7: How to Enjoy Forgiveness and Restore Your Marriage
April 02, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBOffenses come in marriage - They're just part of two people learning to weave their lives together. Do you know how to deal with those offenses and walk through the process of forgiveness in a wise, productive, biblical way that will restore your relationship?
6: Cultivating the Close Family You Desire
March 26, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBYou desire a close-knit family but how can you cultivate strong relationships in your family? Just because we have children doesn't mean we will raise a loving family. What can parents do to cultivate closeness in family relationships and what does the Bible say those relationships should look like?
Cultivating the Close Family You Desire
March 26, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBYou desire a close-knit family but how can you cultivate strong relationships in your family? Just because we have children doesn't mean we will raise a loving family. What can parents do to cultivate closeness in family relationships and what does the Bible say those relationships should look like?
5: How to change your spouse...the right way!
March 19, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBAt first, the differences are endearing, then after a few months of marriage, they begin to annoy so try to change Him/Her. That's when trouble begins. Trying to change someone else leads to strife. So what can a husband or wife do? Is there a right way to seek real change in your spouse?
How to change your spouse...the right way!
March 19, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBAt first, the differences are endearing, then after a few months of marriage, they begin to annoy so try to change Him/Her. That's when trouble begins. Trying to change someone else leads to strife. So what can a husband or wife do? Is there a right way to seek real change in your spouse?
What does it mean to be a biblical Christian?
March 12, 2019 14:40 - 29 minutes - 40 MBWhat happens when we decide to accept some parts, but reject other parts, of the Bible? Are you merely a “Christian” or are you a “biblical Christian”? What is the difference and why does it matter?
4: What does it mean to be a biblical Christian?
March 12, 2019 14:40 - 29 minutes - 40 MBWhat happens when we decide to accept some parts, but reject other parts, of the Bible? Are you merely a “Christian” or are you a “biblical Christian”? What is the difference and why does it matter?
Our 6 Day Love Story – How it began
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBFrom “Who are you?” to “I Do” in six days. This is the account of how Matt and Lisa’s Love Story began . . . and how it almost never happened! Funny, frustrating at times, and romantic (except for their first kiss!!)
Find Real Friendship in Marriage
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MBDo you have a deep friendship with your spouse? Many couples go through marriage without finding friendship. Is this God’s plan or does He have something far better for you? You can be great friends for life with the one you married. Here’s how.
How to Overcome Anxiety and Walk in Peace
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBAnxiety – everyone hates it but what can you do to stop it? You don’t have to be a victim of Anxiety. What the Bible says to do every time Anxiety strikes and how to find the peace of God in the storm.
2: Find Real Friendship in Marriage
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MBDo you have a deep friendship with your spouse? Many couples go through marriage without finding friendship. Is this God’s plan or does He have something far better for you? You can be great friends for life with the one you married. Here’s how.
3: Our 6 Day Love Story – How it began
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBFrom “Who are you?” to “I Do” in six days. This is the account of how Matt and Lisa’s Love Story began . . . and how it almost never happened! Funny, frustrating at times, and romantic (except for their first kiss!!)
1: How to Overcome Anxiety and Walk in Peace
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBAnxiety – everyone hates it but what can you do to stop it? You don’t have to be a victim of Anxiety. What the Bible says to do every time Anxiety strikes and how to find the peace of God in the storm.