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134-Did Dr. John Delony Give Bad Marriage Advice?

In this episode, Chris & Johnna react to a marriage advice response from the Dr. John Delony Show on the Dave Ramsey Network.   1:00-10:30-Chris's comical confession 11:00---- John Delony Show Marriage Advice Reaction Links mentioned in the episode: Kenneth Copeland John Delony Show Full clip Mike Winger Divorce Evidence: Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and ...

133- Are We Fools To Have More Kids?

In this episode, Chris & Johnna announce Baby Farrell #6 and cover a myriad of topics around their decision to bring another life into the world. Fear of having another kid in this crazy world.  Are Christians called to Big Families? Allowing our kids to be critical thinkers about Christianity. The Sanctifying nature of parenting.  Non-eternal issues that cause us to limit how fruitful we are. Does God care about every little detail in our lives? Are we foolish to have more kids...

132- Lessons From Our First 10 Years of Marriage

WOW! Ten years of marriage.  In this epsode Chris and Johnna cover the lessons from their first 10 years of marriage, what will make the next 10 years successfull and why they don't have the grass is always greener complex.  Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (...

131- There are Lessons in the Trials

In this Episode Chris & Johnna cover their challenging month of February. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

130- Balancing Saving Money & Taking the Trip

In this episode Chris & Johnna podcast from the car on the way back from the AFC divisional playoff matchup between the Bills and Bengals in Buffalo, New York. The first 20 minutes are the details and recap and the last 20 minutes are the two major takeways for us & the question of idolizing margin and making memories. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subs...

129-Top Signs of an Emotionally & Spiritually Mature Man

In this episode Chris & Johnna put their spin on the top signs of an emotionally mature man and cover their top signs of an emotionally and spiritually mature man. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/inte...

Top Signs of an Emotionally & Spiritually Mature Man

In this episode Chris & Johnna put their spin on the top signs of an emotionally mature man and cover their top signs of an emotionally and spiritually mature man. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/inte...

128- Help! My Marriage is Boring

Most experts will say the answer to fixing a boring marriage is  about finding a hobby, working out together, taking more vacations together, better communication with each other, blah, blah ,blah.  Chris & Johnna Disagree! In this episode, the couple reveal the top reason they no longer have a boring marriage and the exact advice they would give to anyone with a boring marriage!  Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Lo...

127- Let's Get Deep (The Game)

Looking for a casual podcast episode to listen to?  In this episode, Chris and Johnna play the card game "Let's Get Deep". Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

126-BEST OF PODCAST- Stumbling Through Infidelity

Since the shows inception in 2019 this is THE MOST DOWNLOADED EPISODE IN GYGYM HISTORY. Enjoy! Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna interview couple Ben and Megan Ballein on their journey through infertility, infidelity, separation, and restoration. Listen as real life couple takes us through how they stumbled through the toughest of times to get to where they are now. Topics Covered: Lack of communication in marriage Justifying situations Infertility Setting boundaries or bui...

125- What is the Right Response to Anger?

In this episode, Chris and Johnna cover in depth the right response to anger. Don't forget to listen to episode 124 first for for part I of this 2 part series. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Resources Mentioned:  Anger Spectrum How to Possess Righteous Anger Embrace the Fire Youtube Clip Enduring Word Bible Commentary (David Guzik) Holy Bible: James 1:19 Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us an...

124- The Dark Side of Anger

In this episode, Chris and Johnna  share audio clips and various resources that they discovered in an effort to understand their recent angry reactions. The comparison is Sinful vs. Righteous Anger. Don't forget to head over to episode 125 for the second part of this topic. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Resources Mentioned:  Anger Spectrum Holy Bible: James Chapter 4: Verses 1-3   Love GYGYM? Here's five ways...

123- Reacting to Missed Expectations

In this episode, Chris and Johnna hop on the mic from the mountains of Pigeon Forge,Tennesee as they cover in real time, missed expectations and three main ways to react to them. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym ...

122 -Off-The-Cuff Marriage Advice

In this episode, Chris and Johnna pull up Reddit feeds and give some off-the-cuff marriage advice for some common and not so common spousal issues on the internet. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on ...

121-How Self Awareness Can Miss the Mark

In this episode, Chris, Johnna (and baby Luken) review how  Episode 002 (The One Quality You Can't Grow Without) missed the mark and how 2 more kids, 3 more years of marriage and better theology have impacted their opinion. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with producti...

120- How Mom of Five Worked Out 100 Straight Days

In this episode, Chris interviews Johnna on her incredible accomplishment of achieving 100 consecutive days of workouts! This episode the couple cover: Johnna's backstory of disordered eating, multiple babies & crash dieting through the years. The trigger that pushed her to change. Staying consistent through the excuses of kids & chaos. Practical protocol she followed Johnna's opinion on the Body Positivity Movement How she is going to continue her journey the next 60-90 days. ...

119- The Best Marriage Advice We Could Ever Give

In this episode, Chris and Johnna review the three pillars that started the GYGYM podcast back in 2019 and introduce new podcast pillars they will never outgrow.  This is the Best Marriage Advice they could ever give. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) ...

118- Feeling Seen & Heard

In this episode, Chris sneak attacks Johnna on the couch for a random recording in an episode that covers feeling seen & heard from both spouses perspective.    Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social  

117- Couch Convo Reflection Q's

As a follow up to episode 116 on the same couch, minutes later and alot more slap happy, we decided to throw in a bonus episode with some couch convo reflection convo's. Wanna connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

116- Listen If You're Bored

Yep. Podcasting still feels impossible in this season of 5 kids 6 and under but here's a quick update on what's new in our world. Wanna connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production costs!)

115- Random Night Time Convos

Couldn't tell you all the things we covered. Important thing is baby #5 came, we never thought we would have time for podcasting again, yet "HEAR" we are :) Wanna expand on this episode and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on s...

114- When God Says Move

In this episode Chris & Johnna hop back on the mic with an update on the latest aggressive move before baby#5.  Wanna expand on this episode and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

113 - Deepening Family Communication

In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Author Steve Demme from Building Faith Families.Org & the Building Faith Families Podcast. Listen in as Steve covers practical and biblical advice for us to step up and deepen our family communication through growing our relationship with Jesus and in turn our spouse and kids. Find Steve's Books,Work & Podcast http://www.buildingfaithfamilies.org/ Steve's Math Curriculum Love GYGYM? Be sure to send us a message! 513-620-4333 OR help us w...

112- 3 Contributing Factors of Depression

In this episode Chris & Johnna cover the heavy topic of depression. The couple share their personal experiences and cover in depth the contributing factors to blame in many cases of depression and ways to combat it. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! GO FUNDE ME LINK: https://gofund.me/0358f6bf Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) ...

111- Kid Hacks, Distractions & Life Lessons

In this episode Chris & Johnna hop on the mic unscripted and sharing their perspective on current wins, losses and challenges to get you thinking about ways to take control of yours and your family's life. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee...

110- Becoming A Man Who Is Leading His Family Well

In this episode Chris and Johnna interview John Michael Clark from the Family Captain Podcast & coaching program.  John Michael covers evidence of a man who is leading his family well, God's design for the family, why culture is fighting back and the joys and power of sex in marriage. Listen in as John Michael covers practical pillars and biblical advice for men to step up as the man God calls them to be as the Family Captain.  Find John Michael: Facebook Podcast Love GYGYM? Be s...

109- Admitting Failure as a Couple

In this episode Chris and Johnna cover difficult seasons in marriage and the health in admitting failure as a couple.  Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

108- BC: Triggers Author - Amber Lia Interview

In this episode Chris and Johnna tie a bow on their first book club series (Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses) by interviewing one of the co-authors, Amber Lia.  In the interview Amber gets vulnerable by sharing her story of how the idea for the book was born, and reminds us of how one step of obedience towards God can change the entire trajectory of our lives.  Listen in as Amber gives practical and biblical advice for intentional parenting, tea...

107 - Married at First Sight

In this episode Chris and Johnna discuss their newest guilty pleasure, the show Married at First Sight, and bring it home with some golden nuggets on having a firm foundation in marriage.    Don't forget you can text us @ 513-620-4333!

106- Growing Through Unexpected Adversity

In this episode, Chris and Johnna share the unexpected adversity that hit their family and how they plan to grow through it.     Love GYGYM? Here are ways you can support us! 1. Text us @ 513-620-4333 - let us know your feedback or ask a question!  2. Follow/subscribe to the show 3. Share the show or episode! 4. Buy us a coffee @ buymeacoffee.com/gygym (aka help with production)

105 - *BONUS* Random Questions for Couples

A true bonus episode, Johnna bombards Chris with a list of questions for couples she found on Pinterest.  Text us! 513-620-4333

104 - How to Function in an Incompatible Marriage

In this episode, Chris and Johnna breakdown the common reasons why couples feel they are incompatible, and ways to combat and function through that incompatibility to have a healthy marriage.    Love GYGYM? Here are ways you can support us! 1. Text us @ 513-620-4333 - let us know your feedback or ask a question!  2. Follow/subscribe to the show 3. Share the show or episode! 4. Buy us a coffee @ buymeacoffee.com/gygym (aka help with production)

103 - BONUS - Tips for Vacation with Little Kids

We took a road-trip with our four kids (6 and under) and we have some feedback for all you parents out there on how to [realistically] travel with little people.    Where we stayed: Music Road Resort Places we ate (all were family-friendly!): Mamas Farmhouse The Old Mill Bennetts BBQ Flapjacks Places we went: Sweet! (candy store in Gatlinburg) Anakeesta Big Top Arcade Magiquest Beyond the Lens   Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! ...

103 - Tips for Vacation with Little Kids

We took a road-trip with our four kids (6 and under) and we have some feedback for all you parents out there on how to [realistically] travel with little people.    Where we stayed: Music Road Resort Places we ate (all were family-friendly!): Mamas Farmhouse The Old Mill Bennetts BBQ Flapjacks Places we went: Sweet! (candy store in Gatlinburg) Anakeesta Big Top Arcade Magiquest Beyond the Lens   Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! ...

102- The Pursuit of Long Lasting Happiness

Is long lasting Happiness even possible? Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

101- Today's Attack on Truth

Chris and Johnna hold nothing back with a conversation centered around the attack on objective truth being trumped by feelings and the stance we must take to seek truth. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

100 - Who Said it Would Be Easy?

Marriage, Parenting, Faith Work, Health, Passion Projects, LIFE. Really though, who said it would be easy?  Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

099- When Tragedy Strikes

Tragedy struck two of our dear friends in our community group last week and the fragility of life has been put into perspective. Listen in as Chris & Johnna discuss the powerful response of their friends and answer the biggest looming question..is God still good? Want to support Tim & Kristi? Go Fund Me Link

098- We Might Lose Listeners For This

We are back from our two week break and you will either love the show more or hate us from here on out.. (Obviously this is Chris) Enjoy! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

097- Feeling Overextended? Know Your Limits

Text us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this free flowing episode, Chris and Johnna discuss the importance of knowing your limits, the signs of overextending yourself as a couple and how to asses your priorities.  Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social

096 - BC: Chapter 23: In-Laws (Need we say more?)

(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it  Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow Instagram or FB page

095 - BC: Chapter 13: Overstimulating Our Kids

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094 - Who is Speaking Into Your Marriage?

Text us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna discuss all the ways your marriage is being influenced by who and what is speaking into it.  Topics: Who or what is speaking into your marriage? Marriage is hard Who are you getting advice from? What do the people who surround you say about marriage? What are their intentions? Speaking negatively about your spouse to others In-laws How culture views marriage Divorce parties The easy out of divor...

093 - BC: Chapter 9: Handling Our Kids Lying & Deceit

(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna cover the frustrating topic of how to handle our kids lying & deceitfulness from chapter 9 of the Triggers book. Show Notes: "Mercy Seat" Talk Small lies become big lies later if not addressed What God thinks about lying Safe environment for honesty personal stories from Chris & Johnna's childhood Hurt feelings when being ignor...

092 - Changing Your Perspective on Respectful Parenting (with Danielle Murphy Faris)

091 - BC: Triggers Chapter 8: Ignoring Instruction

(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna tackle their takeaways from chapter 8 of the Triggers book: ignoring instruction. Show Notes: Selective hearing Husbands as examples Hurt feelings when being ignored Powerlessness The story I’m telling myself Pride Yelling and its ineffectiveness Reframe for your kids Teaching them lessons rather than forced obedience Lo...

090- BC: Triggers Ch 7: Sibling Rivalry

(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In Triggers Chapter 7, Chris and Johnna cover one of their biggest and most frequent personal triggers to date. "Sibling Rivalry"  The couple share the 5 ways author Amber Leah says we can handle sibling rivalry in the book and tie it back to a common problem in today's generation. S Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Sub...

089 - Balancing Marriage, Kids & Money (with Andy Hill)

Text us @ 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris interviews award-winning blogger and podcaster behind Marriage, Kids and Money, Andy Hill, on balancing those major parts of life, goals, communicating with your spouse, and how he and his wife paid off their mortgage in just FIVE years.  Resources Mentioned: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/ Marriage, Kids and Money Podcast Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share i...

088 - How to Break Through Communication Barriers with Your Spouse

Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna essentially teach communication 101 by breaking down a six-step process written by Gary Chapman in his study guide 'The Marriage You've Always Wanted'. They share their own mishaps and experiences with each step in hopes to bring characters to the practical steps.  Marriage Helper Link: Marriage Helper Miracle Cleaner Link:  https://amzn.to/373jBZr Show Notes: Continuing to grow and know your spouse ‘The...

087 - BC: Triggers Chapter 6: Whining & Complaining

(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna tackle their takeaways from chapter 6 of the Triggers book: whining and complaining, admittedly one of Johnna’s biggest anger triggers in parenting. They also reveal how trying their four kids have been and the ways in which they are learning to apply what’s learned in this book. Show Notes: the art of the uh-oh uh-oh reminds kids they...