Fierce Marriage
368 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4.1K ratingsHosts Ryan and Selena Frederick discuss modern marriage issues with transparency, humor, and gospel-centeredness. Join in for honest conversations, light-hearted hilarity, and more than enough grace to go around.
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5 Tips (and Tools) for a Stronger Marriage This Year
January 03, 2019 08:14 - 48 minutes - 28 MBIf you’re like us (and like most), goals you make usually revolve around work and lifestyle: “hit this revenue milestone” or “pay off such-and-such debt”. Those goals are good, so long as they’re in the proper context of your identity in Christ and your Gospel-centered purpose as a new creation in him. This year, we're urging ourselves (and you!) to look closer to home when targeting big, crazy endeavors. Consider this: how can your marriage and family be different and/or more healthy this ...
God is Good! Celebrating the Year (2018 Best-of)
December 28, 2018 10:00 - 46 minutes - 26.3 MBIn this unique episode we recall all that God has done in our lives and through the Fierce Marriage ministry in 2018. We recapped our most downloaded episodes of the year and celebrate miracles we've witnessed in lives of listeners and friends. Episodes mentioned: Most feedback received from listeners: Selena's Story (Family of Origin Part 1) Most challenging topic discussed: 10 Big Questions About Sex, Compatibility, etc... Links to the top episodes of the year: #1: Spectrum of Sex - (...
Advent, Your Marriage, and the Rest of the Year
December 18, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBWe are all searching for real hope, authentic-biblical love, lasting joy and otherworldly peace for our marriage. In the midst of the advent, and holiday season some feel burdened, lost, and without hope—both in their personal lives and in the life of their marriage. We've been there. It’s often when the night seems the darkest that the light shines brighter! It’s in the darkness of a stable where our Savior was born for the very purpose of bringing real hope to us no matter the circumstan...
Breaking the Ice During Communication Cold-Snaps
December 11, 2018 10:00 - 46 minutes - 26.6 MBHow can we break the ice and let our guard down when everything inside of us wants to hold onto frustration? Selena and I have experienced PLENTY of “communication cold snaps” in our marriage. A “cold snap” is defined as a “a sudden, brief spell of cold weather.” Things get icy in marriage when bitterness builds up from being hurt, mistreated, or misunderstood over a long period of time. “Cold snaps” happen when we don’t nip communication issues in the bud. Thanks for listening! Please re...
The Best Intimacy is Spiritual Intimacy
December 04, 2018 09:30 - 54 minutes - 31.3 MBMany couples ask about building spiritual unity, intimacy, and connection. Questions like: How can we grow in our faith together? How can we build Christ-centered rhythms into our daily and weekly lives? In this episode, Ryan and Selena explore the topic of Spiritual Intimacy by looking at spiritual disciplines for cultivating a relentless devotion to Christ together. Among the things discussed are prayer, Scripture reading, spiritual disciplines (fasting, scripture memorization, prayer, ...
Sometimes Familiarity Hurts
November 27, 2018 09:45 - 53 minutes - 30.5 MBIt’s inevitable in marriage for us to become familiar with our spouse. We know each other’s likes, dislikes, love languages—we also know how and when to press each other’s buttons. Familiarity is a double-edged sword that NEEDS to be used and viewed through the lens of the gospel. By knowing each other more fully, the Holy Spirit empowers us to love more completely. In this episode, Ryan and Selena discuss their own struggles with familiarity and how God continues to gently and lovingly l...
Our 3 Non-Negotiables in Marriage
November 20, 2018 09:30 - 52 minutes - 30.2 MBEveryone builds their marriage on something. What is your marriage founded upon? More importantly, is the foundation of your marriage secure? In this episode, Ryan and Selena explore their 3 non-negotiables for marriage and look at how when they're in place, everything about your marriage will change. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to leave a comment or to ask a question! Suppo...
Hope for Those Living in a One-Sided Marriage
November 13, 2018 09:45 - 52 minutes - 32.6 MBOne of the biggest sources of strife in marriage is being unequally yoked. What is the husband or wife to do if their spouse isn’t trying or won’t re-engage with the relationship? In this week’s episode, Ryan and Selena tackle this tough question and more... Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to leave a comment or to ask a question! Support for the Fierce Marriage Podcast comes fr...
The 5 Love Languages
November 06, 2018 09:15 - 42 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this episode, Ryan and Selena discuss Gary Chapman’s The 5 Love Languages. In their discussion they explore whether or not they are biblical, and how they can help/hinder your marriage in the different seasons you’re in (pre-kids, littles, etc.). After recently taking the quiz online (go to http://5LoveLanguages.com to take the quiz yourself), both were surprised by their results this time around versus when they were younger and without kids. Note: we weren't' paid in any way to talk a...
The "Spectrum of Sex" and Why You Need It
October 30, 2018 09:45 - 53 minutes - 30.7 MBSex is an incredible gift, but missed expectations can cause hurt and frustration. What if you could clearly know what to expect, when sex would happen, and why it's worth prioritizing, even when you're tired? In this week's episode, Ryan and Selena introduce the idea of establishing a "Spectrum of Sex" in your marriage, as a means of gaining unity around the 'rhythms' (pun kind of intended) of your sex life. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always,...
Are You Over-Focusing On Your Marriage?
October 23, 2018 09:45 - 40 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode, Ryan and Selena discuss how our earthly marriage is simply a shadow to our eternal marriage with Christ, and the implications of living too focused on the happiness level of our marriage rather than the One we were created for can have ... As marriage ministers, it’s important for us to continually point people to Christ and commission marriages for the gospel (the mission of FM)—part of this means asking and discussing the hard question of: Are we surrendering ourselves/o...
Can I Have Close Friends of the Opposite Sex?
October 16, 2018 09:30 - 45 minutes - 25.9 MBThere is a lot of godly information and instruction around this area of friendship with the opposite sex and whether or not it is something that can happen or should happen. In this episode, Ryan and Selena will discuss this controversial topic while sharing their own experiences and biblical understanding of how we “can have the wisdom to know and enjoy the blessing of friendship in a way that honors both our marriage and our brothers and sisters in Christ—while ultimately bringing glory...
The Cohabitation Phenomenon: is it Good or Bad, and Why?
October 09, 2018 09:30 - 45 minutes - 25.8 MBMarriage is trending downward while cohabitation trends upward, but the facts say that's a bad thing. It's important to understand why cohabitation is bad from both a biblical perspective as well as a sociological perspective. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the reasons why couples cohabitate and practical ways to combat this harmful trend in culture. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.c...
How is Your Phone Hurting Your Marriage (Part 2)
October 02, 2018 08:15 - 1 hour - 35.9 MBYou're probably using your smartphone to listen to this. Your phone is a great tool! But it can also create problems in life and marriage. (Side note: This episode marks 1 FULL YEAR of the Fierce Marriage Podcast! Thanks for listening!) Anyways... A few diagnostic questions: Do you check your phone first thing in the morning? Do you spend many of your idle moments checking it compulsively? What is the longest stretch you've gone in the past year without checking your phone? In today's epi...
Living with Unshakeable Peace
September 25, 2018 08:15 - 54 minutes - 31.4 MBPeace is one of those things you don't realize is there until it's gone, then that's when you're most desperate to regain it. Jesus promised to give otherworldly peace to believers through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. So, what should we do when we don't feel peace? In this episode, we'll discuss what true peace looks like and where it's found. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome questions and feedback! Go to FierceMarriage.com/...
3 Boundaries Every Couple Needs
September 18, 2018 08:00 - 45 minutes - 26.7 MBHealthy boundaries will protect you from overextending yourself in life. They will also protect the health of your marriage when they're clearly defined. Every season of frustration in our own marriage ("season" = many months) can usually be traced back to some issue with boundaries. Usually, I'm overworking, or we're making poor decisions in areas where we haven't clearly defined our "walls". In this episode, we'll explore three specific ways you can create healthy boundaries in your marri...
10 Big Questions About Sex, Compatibility, Kids, Annoyances, and More
September 11, 2018 08:30 - 49 minutes - 28.4 MBYou asked, we answered. This episode includes What do you do when you no longer have feelings for or care about your spouse? What is your stand on toys or items used while having sex or used to help pleasure before sex? When did you guys know you were ready to have kids? What’s something that may have annoyed you about the other that you now do? How do you love a husband that is full of pride? Ideas for spouses when one is a night owl and the other is an early bird? How to be brave wi...
The Art of Appreciation!
September 04, 2018 08:30 - 47 minutes - 27.2 MBAppreciation is one of the most powerful ways to foster love and generosity in your marriage. In today's episode, Ryan and Selena explore ways to cultivate appreciation and grow closer in the process. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome questions and feedback! Go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to explore the options there. Support for the Fierce Marriage Podcast comes from partners like you via our Patreon page. If we've helped you, w...
Family of Origin (Part 2: Ryan's Story)
August 28, 2018 08:00 - 55 minutes - 31.6 MBAs a follow up to what Selena shared last week, this episode explores Ryan's family of origin and its impact in their marriage. Your family of origin, generally speaking, refers to where you came from. Where you came from determines where you're going, especially when referring to your marriage. Focus on the Family article mentioned: https://www.focusonthefamily.ca/content/what-is-a-family-of-origin Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welco...
Family of Origin (Part 1: Selena's Story)
August 21, 2018 08:30 - 46 minutes - 26.4 MBYour family of origin, generally speaking, refers to where you came from. Where you came from determines where you're going, especially when referring to your marriage. In today's episode, Selena shares her story after we briefly discuss what "Family of Origin" is and why it's important. Focus on the Family article mentioned: https://www.focusonthefamily.ca/content/what-is-a-family-of-origin Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome quest...
The Biggest Battle You'll Ever Face: Pride, Humility, and Your Marriage
August 14, 2018 08:00 - 52 minutes - 30.4 MBPride is the sense that we can get what we want, deserve, or need on our own. Pride is at the root of every sin, conflict, and deviation from God's Word. In contrast, humility means being Christ-centered more than being me-centered. In today's episode, we'll read God's Word and explore how to diagnose areas of pride in marriage. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome questions and feedback! Go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to explore th...
Live Q&A #3: Emotional Intimacy, Loving a Disengaged Spouse, Priorities, and More
August 09, 2018 08:00 - 54 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this bonus episode, Ryan and Selena answer questions from readers around the world via Facebook and Instagram LIVE! It's uncut, unedited, and unfiltered... for better or worse (a little like marriage). We hope you enjoy it and find it helpful! Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome questions and feedback! Go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to explore the options there. Support for the Fierce Marriage Podcast comes from partners like yo...
Recovering After a Bad Fight
August 07, 2018 08:00 - 47 minutes - 27.5 MBFighting is inevitable in marriage. The key is learning the arts of fighting well and recovering in healthy ways. In today's episode, we'll share a few of our worst fights and explore biblical ways forward that every couple can apply. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome questions and feedback! Go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to explore the options there. Support for the Fierce Marriage Podcast comes from partners like you via our P...
5 Specific Ways to Pray for Your Spouse
July 31, 2018 08:00 - 42 minutes - 24.5 MBPrayer is one of the most tangible and powerful ways you can love your spouse. For Christians, the importance of prayer is readily acknowledged but often forgotten. This tendency to forget is probably because we haven't had a deep revelation of what prayer is and why we do it. In today's episode, we'll unpack 5 specific ways you can pray for each other. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome questions and feedback! Go to FierceMarriage....
The Anatomy of a Healthy (and Happy) Sex Life
July 24, 2018 09:00 - 55 minutes - 31.8 MBOne of the most prevalent topics we get questions about is sex and intimacy. And for good reason: sexual intimacy is an important part of marriage, but it also tends to be one of the most misunderstood. For starters, here are some biblical truths about sex: Sex is a good, gracious gift from God. He designed it. Sex is created exclusively for the marriage covenant. Elsewhere is sin and will lead to brokenness. Sex is created with huge purposes in mind. Sex is meant to be enjoyed! With th...
How is Your Phone Hurting Your Marriage? (Part 1)
July 17, 2018 08:00 - 55 minutes - 31.6 MBYou're probably using your smartphone to listen to this episode. Your phone is a great tool, but it can also create problems in life and marriage. A few diagnostic questions: Do you check your phone first thing in the morning? Do you spend many of your idle moments checking it compulsively? What is the longest stretch you've gone in the past year without checking your phone? In today's episode, we'll start this conversation by diving into a new book we're both reading. Note, we weren't paid...
4 Ways to Build Lasting Unity
July 10, 2018 08:00 - 46 minutes - 26.8 MBUnity. Deep, true unity is unmistakable and irreplaceable in a healthy marriage. God's word says "they shall become one flesh" (Genesis 2:24). Not two people with a common goal, but one flesh. Combined. Unified. God created us for deeper unity with our spouses than any other human. There are profound reasons for this, like the necessity of strong families for flourishing churches and societies. There are also pragmatic reasons for this, like how it sanctifies us as individuals to seek unity...
7 Reasons Why Getting Away is (Very) Good for Your Marriage
July 03, 2018 08:30 - 51 minutes - 29.2 MBGetting away with your spouse is a vital part of keeping things renewed and fresh. This means taking time to intentionally disconnect from your everyday world and reconnect with your life partner. We strongly believe that getting away should be a regular (at least monthly) occurrence in marriages; here's why... In this episode, we'll discuss 7 reasons why getting away is very good for your marriage. We'll also spend a good amount of time sharing tools we've found for doing it affordably. (I...
Stop Keeping Score
June 26, 2018 08:00 - 39 minutes - 22.8 MBKeeping score is never healthy for a marriage, yet it's often our default. Why? Because keeping score of wrongs, acts of service, faults, and personal victories can't possibly come from a spirit of love. It most often comes from a place of insecurity and lack of faith in the gospel. In this episode, we'll unpack how keeping score is damaging to a marriage, and share some of our personal stories of how it's hindered our closeness and growth. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscri...
Your Marriage is Your Ministry (Part 2, Functional Discipleship)
June 19, 2018 08:00 - 47 minutes - 27 MBThis episode continues our talk about how your marriage is your ministry, particularly through discipleship. When we live for God we are ministers of His gospel, period. You don’t have to be a vocational pastor or licensed priest, we are all lay-ministers of Christ (“lay” comes from “laity” which means common people). Ministry is a byproduct of knowing God intimately and allowing Him to pour out through us. We long for the day when Christian married couples en masse minister through their ...
Your Marriage is Your Ministry (Part 1, Sharing Your Story)
June 12, 2018 08:00 - 48 minutes - 27.6 MBWhen we live for God we are ministers of His gospel, period. You don’t have to be a vocational pastor or licensed priest, we are all lay-ministers of Christ (“lay” comes from “laity” which means common people). Ministry is a byproduct of knowing God intimately and allowing Him to pour out through us. I long for the day when Christian married couples en masse minister through their marriages. We aren’t called to simply love each other fully and end our mission there. Let’s explore our callin...
No Backup Plan, No Escape Clauses, No Regrets
June 05, 2018 08:00 - 44 minutes - 25.3 MBThere’s profound joy in the mutual and reckless pursuit of each other in marriage. Marriage requires a fierce tenacity that never gives up and never gives in. What does this reckless pursuit actually look like in marriage? What enables it within every complex issue and circumstance you will face? To start, look at Christ’s example. He pursues you without fail. It’s his steady pursuit that drew you to him, and it’s because of his love and grace alone that you’re in a relationship with him. ...
Prenuptial Agreements: Are They Good or Bad?
May 29, 2018 14:56 - 30 minutes - 17.3 MBPrenuptial agreements are a fairly common practice nowadays. As people of faith, how should we view and approach them? What should we do if we have a prenuptial agreement already in place? We'll discuss these questions and more in today's episode! Mentioned in today's podcast: https://www.gotquestions.org/prenuptial-agreements.html CruxWatches.com Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.com/Podca...
Loneliness within Marriage
May 22, 2018 13:15 - 40 minutes - 23.4 MBIt's ironic, but many individuals and couples experience loneliness while married. God said, "it is not good for man to be alone". Why? What else does the Bible say about being alone? In today's episode, we discuss ways forward into healthy, gospel-driven community with your spouse and others that will bring greater joy to your marriage. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to leave...
Abstinence: What is it, and is it Really God's Idea?
May 15, 2018 07:30 - 34 minutes - 19.5 MBIn today's episode, we discuss the idea of abstinence: where it comes from, what it means, and how to be abstinent for your good and God's glory. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to leave a comment, ask a question, or submit a letter to your spouse! Stay fierce, Ryan & Selena
Ask Us Anything Q&A #2: Submission without Becoming a Doormat, Building Quality Friendships, and More
May 08, 2018 08:10 - 34 minutes - 19.6 MBIn today's episode, we answer listener questions. Some on the lighter side, some tough, all honest. Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review. As always, we welcome feedback... simply go to FierceMarriage.com/Podcast to leave a comment or to ask a question! You can also ask a question via text or voicemail by calling us at (971) 333-1120. Become a Patron! Support for the Fierce Marriage Podcast comes from partners like you via Patreon. If our content has helped...
6 Ways to Affair Proof Your Marriage
May 01, 2018 07:15 - 50 minutes - 29 MBAffairs take two common forms: emotional and sexual. In either case, by the time an actual affair materializes, there have been latent and unaddressed problems for a long time. "Affair proofing", if we can call it that, includes proactively building systems and rhythms into your marriage that will make it much less likely that you'll start down the subtle path toward an affair. Spread the Love If we've earned it we'd be honored if you would SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW this podcast in the ...
Naked and Unashamed: Keys to Experiencing Intimacy on Every Level
April 24, 2018 07:15 - 32 minutes - 18.8 MBIn today's episode, we sought to answer the single question: What does it mean to be truly intimate with another human? We explore that by looking at Genesis 2 (pre-Fall) and examining what it means that they were "naked and not ashamed". Then we'll spend a few minutes answering common questions we receive from readers regarding emotional intimacy, how to maintain closeness when you have young kids, and how to have tough, honest conversations even when you feel divided. Spread the Love If ...
Practical Tools for Building a Genuinely 'Fierce' Marriage
April 17, 2018 07:45 - 44 minutes - 25.7 MBThis episode is a VERY important one for us... it probably for you too! You'll have to listen to find out why!? :) Spread the Love If we've earned it we'd be honored if you would SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW this podcast on your app of choice. It takes 30 seconds, and it helps get the word out about gospel-centered marriage. Thank you! Do you have a question? If you have a question, feel free to ask! Anything goes. Just visit https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast to submit a question or sto...
Love vs. Lust: Distinguishing Between Right and Wrong Motivations in Your Sex Life
April 10, 2018 07:45 - 40 minutes - 23.4 MBIs it possible to have lustful motivations in marriage? What makes an attitude or action loving or lustful? Hebrews 13:4 says, "Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous." Could this apply to married people engaging in sex within their own marriage? In today's podcast, we'll explore just that in hopes of providing insight, clarity, and perspective on loving vs. lustful motivations in bed. Couple's...
Fight Naked! How Fighting Well Can Help Build a Stronger Marriage
April 03, 2018 07:45 - 43 minutes - 25 MBFighting naked—both literally and figuratively—has been pivotal in helping us fight well. Yes, you can “fight well” in your marriage. Conflict, disagreements, frustrations, tension—none of this is new to marriage. That's what today's episode is all about. Put two people in a covenant together, living in the same house for life, and conflict is inevitable. First, we'll explore and understand what the bible says about how to resolve conflict, then we’ll leave you with a few tangible ways to ...
Why Understanding Covenant is Absolutely Foundational for Your Marriage
March 27, 2018 07:45 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBWe are big advocates for understanding the “why” behind the “what.” When we can understand the deeper meaning of covenant, we are better equipped to understand its importance for every facet of modern-day marriage. There is wisdom to be mined, understanding to be gleaned, and a clearer and more joyful path for our marriage when we seek to understand covenant. There is power and purpose in a lifelong commitment! Mentioned In the Quick Q&A, we mentioned this talk on evaluating birth-control...
Live Q&A #2 (Uncut and Unfiltered)
March 24, 2018 00:02 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBListen in as Ryan and Selena answer questions from readers around the world! Uncut, unedited, and unfiltered... for better or worse (a little like marriage!) Fierce Marriage (the book) is available at https://fiercemarriagebook.com. Go there to learn more! Don’t forget! If you'd like, please SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW this podcast on your app of choice. It takes 30-60 seconds, and it helps get the word out about gospel-centered marriage. Thank you! Do you have a question? If you have a...
Why "I love you but I'm not IN love with you" is a lie...
March 20, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBOne of the truest markers of genuine love is its staying power—its longevity, its ability to persevere, and its ability to withstand. This is the type of love Christ shows us, and its the type of love we're called to express in marriage.However, our culture and our humanity would have us believe something else. Without a biblical understanding of love, we're prone to follow the whims of emotion and experience. We risk confusing infatuation for love. We believe the lie that love can only be f...
Dealing with Anger in Your Marriage
March 13, 2018 16:04 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBListen in as Ryan and Selena discuss how to deal with anger in marriage (i.e. conflict, frustration, bitterness) in productive, biblical ways. Couple's Challenge Set aside some time to talk and write down anger triggers. Try to trace them back to their root causes and identify why they make you feel this way? Dive into scripture and discover what it says and how it instructs in the area of anger and the roots of it in your heart. James and Colossians are great places to start. Spread the ...
Redeeming Respect: How Can Wives Respect Their Husbands in Every Circumstance?
March 06, 2018 14:03 - 42 minutes - 37.9 MBIs respect earned, given, or some combination of the two? What should a wife do if she wants to respect her husband but he's not acting respectably? The biblical idea of respect in marriage can be tricky against our cultural backdrop, but it's worth hashing through because we see a beautiful picture of the gospel on the other side. In this episode, Ryan and Selena discuss the concept of wives respecting their husbands as instructed in 1 Peter 3: Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husb...
The 3 Profound Purposes of Sex and How They Make it Much, Much Better
February 27, 2018 08:30 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBSex is so much more than physical and its purposes extend far beyond our immediate pleasure. How exactly has God designed sex for his eternal purposes? How can we enjoy intimacy more deeply knowing that we're profoundly reflecting certain aspects of God's grace and goodness in the gospel? In this episode, Ryan and Selena explore three purposes of sex as found in Genesis 1 and expanded upon through Ephesians 5. If you're looking to further your understanding of sexual intimacy and increase y...
How to Date Like Newlyweds No Matter How Long You’ve Been Married
February 20, 2018 08:30 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThere are few things more disheartening than seeing a husband and a wife who have lost their desire and curiosity for each other. In today's episode, we discuss exactly why a vibrant dating life is vital to a healthy marriage. We clearly define the objectives of "dating", discuss how to make it a priority, and explore all sorts of fun and unique date ideas. Even with the variety of adventures we discuss, they all have one thing in common: they're designed to grow your friendship, which is a...
5 Ways to Fight for Your Integrity While Apart for Work (or Otherwise)
February 13, 2018 08:30 - 36 minutes - 31.4 MBMany couples experience separation for days, weeks, or even months because of work-related travel. If you or your husband/wife travel for a corporate job or military deployment, you will face unique challenges when it comes to staying connected emotionally (and physically), as well as maintaining spouse-honoring (and God-honoring) integrity while apart. In today's podcast, Ryan and Selena discuss five ways to fight for personal integrity while one of you is away for work. Show overview: P...
How Radically Pursuing Your Spouse Changes Your Heart (and Theirs)
February 06, 2018 08:30 - 37 minutes - 21.4 MBEvery marriage begins with purpose, passion, and intentional pursuit, but few marriages stay that way. Maintaining passion and joy in marriage is largely dependent both spouses committing to a lifelong pursuit. And a lifelong pursuit is only sustainable (truly) through experiencing the radical love of God in Jesus. In this episode, Ryan and Selena explore everything they learned about pursuing each other after completing the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge. Even after nearly 15 years of marriage, ...