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The VowsToKeep Marriage Podcast

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Need help in your marriage?! We've got you covered! The VowsToKeep Marriage Podcast will help you grow closer to your spouse and closer to God's design for your marriage. No marriage is too far gone to save or too healthy to not need a check up. Let's get started by building a Biblically healthy marriage! 

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How to Get Your Husband to Engage With You (part 2) :: [Ep. 214]

April 29, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Get Your Husband to Engage With You (part 2) :: [Ep. 214] What's happening in your marriage? Like at the very heart of it? Sometimes we can get clues to how we are really doing by looking at our communication.  When it comes to David and I's relationship, you can bet any day of the week that I want him to engage with me. If he's not, there's something else going on. But sometimes, I might not realize that it might be ME that's halting our conversations. How can that be, when I feel ...

How to Get Your Husband to Engage With You (part 1) :: [Ep. 213]

April 22, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Get Your Husband to Engage With You (part 1) :: [Ep. 213] Surprisingly, there are probably things within your heart and therefore your marriage that you might not even realize are the very obstacle to getting to the good things you want in your marriage... This week's episode is a teaching on what might be halting your conversations with your husband and the antidotes from God's Word. During this episode, God may point out some things that you are doing that push your husband away....

How to Love Your Wife Even Better :: [Ep. 212]

April 15, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How To Love Your Wife Even Better :: [Ep. 212] This episode is for you guys! It's a detailed study that we think you are going to get a lot from. Not because we are anything awesome, but because Jesus is.  He's where we get our Hope from. Our Hope for marriage. And today, we're turning to the Gospels of Mark and Luke and Matthew - looking closely at HOW Jesus spoke to His disciples (those closest to Him) and how He spoke with the crowds (those who were a little more skeptical).  Jesus cal...

How to Love Your Wife Better :: [Ep. 211]

April 08, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Love Your Wife Better :: [Ep. 211] Does this describe YOUR marriage at times? No unity No intimacy No friendship No fun No Spiritual Growth No Marital Growth No measurable outward growth towards others Yeah, us too. So, what gives? How can we go from being in love and investing in each other to not even caring anymore? There actually is an answer to that and we're going to dig to the heart of the matter on it ... RIGHT NOW. There is a progression that happens in our hearts t...

Tips & Tricks for Your Marriage :: [Ep. 210]

April 01, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Tips & Tricks for Your Marriage :: [Ep. 210] In the past, we have purposely NOT done a lot of shows that include "tips and tricks" because we strongly believe that a successful marriage does not start with outward actions but with the inward heart condition.  BUT in this episode, we wanted to bring some tips and tricks for the healthier marriages out there. Hopefully these tips can offer some guidance on how best to live out the love within your marriage. We don’t have it all figured out,...

A Marriage Full of Mercy & Grace :: [Ep. 209]

March 25, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

A Marriage Full of Mercy & Grace :: [Ep. 209] Freely giving mercy and grace to my spouse is HARD. Mercy and Grace are soooo opposite of what we often FEEL like doing! Which is why it is so hard!  But even still, this is what God calls us to as husbands and wives. Come listen to this week's episode to learn more about how to create a marriage full of mercy and grace. For further study and encouragement, ready Luke 18:9-14 (The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector and Matthew 18:23...

How to Stop Fighting: Q&A (part 3) :: [Ep. 208]

March 18, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Stop Fighting: Q&A (part 3) :: [Ep. 208] Do you and your spouse fight? Is it often? Do you find yourself wondering how in the world do we stop the fighting?? In this broadcast, we answer your frequently asked questions about FIGHTING! Here they are... Q: Is it ever okay to Agree to Disagree? Q: In our marriage we are constantly at odds over time together or lack of sex. What advice do you have? Q: I want to stay home with my kids and my husband is pushing me to work. This is a big...

How to Stop Fighting: What's the Root Cause? (part 2) :: [Ep. 207]

March 11, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Stop Fighting: What's the Root Cause? (part 2) :: [Ep. 207] "The outward fights we have with our spouse are a verbal manifestation of the internal war that rages in our individual hearts. When we live divided between two worlds, the result will always be strife. The war will rage." In this Part 2 episode, we continue in giving Hope to marriages that seem hopeless at times, we look at the answers to these questions, we see who we are really fighting and how to get to the point where ...

How to Stop Fighting: What Do You Want? (part 1) :: [Ep. 206]

March 04, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Stop Fighting: What Do You Want? (part 1) :: [Ep. 206] Whatever your fights look like , the way we stop the fighting is the same. Quiet fights, all-out shouting matches, and everywhere in between...fighting happens within our homes. We've tried everything from stonewalling our emotions to our spouse, stuffing everything down deep where we think no one can see to making sure our desires are well represented in every situation and conversation. But we're coming up empty handed. The...

How to Take Action Against Depression in Your Marriage (Part 2) :: [Ep. 205]

February 26, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Take Action Against Depression in Your Marriage (Part 2) :: [Ep. 205] Are you or your spouse struggling with depression? Have you considered the root cause? If not, you should! Finding the root cause can feel so complex. Maybe you're wondering, WHERE do I even begin?! Well, start here and come join us for Part II of How to Take Action Against Depression in Marriage. We will give guidance on where and how to start the healing process and we will give several important biblical remin...

How to Take Action Against Depression in Your Marriage (Part 1) :: [Ep. 204]

February 19, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Take Action Against Depression in Your Marriage (Part 1) :: [Ep. 204] Depression is real and many have experienced it. Have you? Has your spouse? Modern medicine and doctors are arriving to the realization that depression is not always a medical issue cured by medication. In fact, for many, their depression is less about biology and more about life choices or circumstances. Many are left feeling hopeless and helpless. But be encouraged, our God calls us to cast our cares on HIM for ...

How to Love Your Spouse When You Don't Feel Like It :: [Ep. 203]

February 12, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Love Your Spouse When You Don't Feel Like It :: [Ep. 203] How's your love life? Ever feel unmotivated or just plain don't feel like making the effort to love your spouse? Maybe you're tired? Maybe you feel unseen? Maybe selfishness is at play? Wherever you find yourself this week, you need to listen to this week's episode! We are talking about alllll these things. We are going to give practical ways to love on your spouse and ways to discover the love your spouse needs. And we a...

Prayer is a Powerful Tool for Your Marriage :: [Ep. 202]

February 05, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Prayer is a Powerful Tool for Your Marriage :: [Ep. 202] Prayer is a powerful tool for your marriage! Are you consistently using the tool of prayer for your marriage? You are not alone, if you are not! Many Christians wish for prayer to be a part of their marriage but don’t know where or how to get there.  Join us as we learn some practical tips on how to pray effectively for our marriages and be reminded of just how  this is a God-given tool meant to be used!  Don't miss it! Support the...

The Best Weapon for the War on Marriage :: [Ep. 201]

January 29, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

The Best Weapon for the War on Marriage :: [Ep. 201] "For we are not fighting against flesh and blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places." - Ephesians 6:12 There is a war raging against God-ordained marriage. Do you see it? Can you feel it? We have an enemy and this enemy despises our God and he seeks to steal, kill, and destroy anything created or loved by God - am...

Keeping Score in Marriage :: [Ep. 200]

January 22, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Keeping Score In Marriage :: [Ep. 200] Are you an imitator of Christ or an imitator of the enemy in regards to your spouse? Or for clearer perspective, how do you respond when your spouse messes up or makes a mistake? Are you keeping score? Keeping score in marriage is common and easy to do. BUT that doesn't mean it is the right and healthy way to do marriage with your spouse. When the score is kept, it leaves two people very unhappy and uncomfortable within the relationship. Keeping sco...

How to Overcome Trials in Marriage :: [Ep. 199]

January 15, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Overcome Trials in Marriage :: [Ep. 199] What’s the biggest trial that has ever come to your marriage? The biggest test of your relationship? The biggest test of your faith in Christ? What’s popped into your head? I react to any kind of trial in the same way: get it away from me...QUICK! But could God have a different purpose in it other than me running the other direction?  In this episode, we will dig into this unknown fact: How we react to trials is determined by our belief of w...

How to Have a Blessed Marriage :: [Ep. 198]

January 08, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Have a Blessed Marriage :: [Ep. 198] Blessings are a result - not a condition. To have a blessed marriage takes intentional and prayerful work. Thankfully, God has set us up for success to be blessed! Join us to learn just what we should be pursuing and implementing to in fact experience a blessed marriage!  Psst. Are you an Apple Podcast listener? If so, would you consider leaving us a review, as this helps more couple's to find our resources?! Leave your review HERE. Thank you! ...

Start Here to Change Your Marriage! :: [Ep. 197]

January 01, 2024 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Start Here to Change Your Marriage! :: [Ep. 197] Does your marriage need to be refreshed? Remodeled? Rebuilt from the ground up? No one has a perfect marriage. We all have things we’d like to be different between us. Marriage problems come in all shapes and sizes. We can’t peek into your home today, listen in on your conversations and arguments, but we can share some of our own experiences and dig into God’s Word and discover together God’s amazing plan for marriage and how it’s possible to...

Undoing the Hurt in Your Marriage :: [Ep. 196]

December 25, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Undoing the Hurt in Your Marriage :: [Ep. 196] Our history together is what bind us together...but in marriage it can also be the very thing that rips us in half! When I do not have a history with you, and if you start off nice, often I will have a blind trust. BUT after years together, that history becomes overwhelming evidence against trust. Is it possible that we can undo our history? Can we wipe the slate clean? Can you become one with someone you have so much history with? In other wo...

Knock Their Socks Off! :: [Ep. 195]

December 18, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Knock Their Socks Off! :: [Ep. 195] Nothing good in marriage happens accidentally. Being intentional is vital. Come listen to this episode where we remind husbands and wives of the importance of being intentional, even when it's not easy. We will share truth and scripture that will equip you with the insight you need to fulfill one of the highest callings on your life...and of course, we will help you better understand HOW to love your spouse's socks off! Don't miss it! Support the Show. ...

Your Marriage is a Gift with a Purpose :: [Ep. 194]

December 11, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Your Marriage is a Gift with a Purpose :: [Ep. 194] Are you missing the winsome joy your marriage used to have? In this episode, we want to  provide you encouragement that a great, fun, JOY filled marriage can be had when both husband and wife strive to do things God's way. And when things are done God's way, God can use that joy filled marriage in so many ways that bless many. Don't miss it! Support the Show. For more marriage encouragement, visit: www.VowsToKeep.com | V2K Blog | Marria...

How to Get Through the Winter Season with JOY :: [Ep. 193]

December 04, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Get Through the Winter Season with Joy :: [Ep. 193] Ahhh the holidays. Many of us enjoy them but we also dread the end of them because that means the beginning of winter - not just with the weather and darkness but in our hearts and homes. We see the signs for sale at the store like Blessed, Joy, Hope and Peace on Earth and many of us have them on display in our living rooms but they aren’t a true reflection of what’s happening inside ourselves or our marriages.  If you want this wi...

How Thanksgiving can TRANSFORM Your Marriage :: [Ep. 192]

November 27, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How Thanksgiving can TRANSFORM Your Marriage :: [Ep. 192] As a kid I remember one Thanksgiving tradition, when my mom or my grandma would say, “Let’s go around the table and everyone says one thing you’re grateful for.” It’s a nice gesture and an important action- showing thankfulness. But what does that MEAN- showing thankfulness? Should it be a one-time thing? An occasional “Thank you, Lord!” when we feel grateful that something happened the way we wanted it to? Should it be something ...

Action Plan For Christmas: Budget, Extended Family, & Connection with Your Savior (Part 2) :: [Ep. 191]

November 20, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Action Plan For Christmas: Budget, Extended Family, & Connection with Your Savior (Part 2) :: [Ep. 191] The holidays are FUN (or should be, at least!) But most people feel STRESSED by all the things that make up the holidays. Let's change the tune this holiday season from stress to spending ourselves well for the glory of our Father! Rather than exhausting ourselves by trying to meet expectations - leaving no margin for our marriage or our relationship with God - let's ask God to lead our h...

Action Plan For Christmas: Marriage, Expectations, & Extended Family (Part 1) :: [Ep. 190]

November 13, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Action Plan For Christmas: Marriage, Expectations, & Extended Family (Part 1) :: [Ep. 190] Today on this special episode, Action Plan for Christmas, we’re going to weave together a practical and heart-oriented action plan for Marriage, Budget, Extended Family Relationships, Connection with our Savior and other areas that may need some prayer and reevaluation around this time of the year.  If the stress of Christmas is stealing your joy and unity as a couple, it is totally possible to get t...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Legacy (Part 13) :: [Ep. 189]

November 06, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Legacy (Part 13) :: [Ep. 189] It’s a forgone conclusion that you will leave a legacy. ALL of us will leave behind something for the generation after us – good or bad. Not a legacy made of money but a spiritual legacy that starts with you. This week's episode, we are wrapping up a 13-week series – How to Help a Hurting Marriage and we are diving into the topic of Legacy. We will offer practical wisdom and advice on how to intentionally build a legacy that ...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Sex & Intimacy (Part 12) :: [Ep. 188]

October 30, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Sex & Intimacy (Part 12) :: [Ep. 188] Are you happy with where things are at sexually in your marriage? Or is this a struggle within your marriage? On this episode, we want to equip you with God's Word when addressing issues of intimacy, discuss why God even created this often fought about issue in marriage, and understand the barriers to satisfying intimacy in marriage and how to work through those barriers. Tune in for practical wisdom which will provide ...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Parenting (Part 11) :: [Ep. 187]

October 23, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Parenting (Part 11) :: [Ep. 187] Parenting and issues related to parenting can deeply DIVIDE a marriage.  Anything from we don’t agree on how to parent OR we’re struggling to keep our marriage strong through the ups and downs of parenting OR our priorities are off and we aren’t making time for our marriage anymore. Listen this week's episode as we teach you how to go to God’s Word for answers when either helping someone with a hurting marriage or helping ...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: I Want Out! (Part 10) :: [Ep. 186]

October 16, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: I Want Out! (Part 10) :: [Ep. 186] What do we do when we feel that all hope is gone in regards to our marriage? What do we do when it seems that our marriage is over? This week, we are continuing our series, How to Help a Hurting Marriage and we are tackling this hard topic. We will  highlight truths that might be ignored and lies that might be believed as truth. Even more, we are proclaiming the needed reminder that there is HOPE and that God CAN REDEEM ...

How To Help A Hurting Marriage: Finances (Part 9) :: [Ep. 185]

October 09, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How To Help A Hurting Marriage: Finances (Part 9) :: [Ep. 185] Money and finances always seem to be a hot button among couples in marriage. Many couples find themselves in a heated argument that they never planned on – all because they attempted the money talk. Have you been there?  Well, there is HOPE! There is a way to approach this topic peaceably and effectively.  This week, we are tackling this topic of Finances, as we continue our series, How to Help a Hurting Marriage. We will prov...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Reconciliation (Part 8) :: [Ep. 184]

October 02, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Reconciliation (Part 8) :: [Ep. 184] You probably already know this but you are married to a sinner…and so are they. The consequence of being married to a sinner can sometimes bring hurt and hard situations that require reconciliation to move forward. But reconciling and forgiving can be hard to achieve when greatly sinned against. This week on VowsToKeep, David and Tracy continue their series, How to Help a Hurting Marriage, and shed marriage saving ligh...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Roles (Part 7) :: [Ep. 183]

September 25, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help A Hurting Marriage: Roles (Part 7) :: [Ep. 183] Do you understand your God given role as a husband? Do you understand your God given role as a wife? In God’s unmatchable wisdom, he has called the husband and the wife to different but equally vital, important roles. VowsToKeep dives into this hard but important topic of roles within marriage in their How to Help a Hurting Marriage series. We will provide you wise counsel on what the Bible has called us to and offer practical adv...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Boundaries & Accountability (Part 6) :: [Ep. 182]

September 18, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Boundaries & Accountability (Part 6) :: [Ep. 182] Did you know that boundaries and accountability are essential components to a healthy marriage? These things help us to stay on course for the mission of our life and marriage.  This week, we continue the series, How to Help a Hurting Marriage, and we are focusing on Boundaries & Accountability in marriage. We will emphasize the importance and value of establishing God inspired boundaries that fuel the health...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Forgiveness & Trust (Part 5) :: [Ep. 181]

September 11, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Forgiveness & Trust (Part 5) :: [Ep. 181] We can’t deny sin is part of our lives and it’s often undeniable that our spouse is in sin because we can feel its effects. And our spouse can feel the effects of our sin, as well. Sin separates. It damages. It breaks trust. Every one of us will be sinned against – we should expect it. So with this in mind, we should know HOW to respond when sinned against. Tune in to VowsToKeep's Part 5 of the How to Help A Hurting...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Forgiveness & Trust (part 5) :: [Ep. 181]

September 11, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Forgiveness & Trust (part 5) :: [Ep. 181] We can’t deny sin is part of our lives and it’s often undeniable that our spouse is in sin because we can feel its effects. And our spouse can feel the effects of our sin, as well. Sin separates. It damages. It breaks trust. Every one of us will be sinned against – we should expect it. So with this in mind, we should know HOW to respond when sinned against. Tune in to VowsToKeep's Part 5 of the How to Help A Hurting...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Idols of the Heart (Part 4) :: [Ep. 180]

September 04, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Idols of the Heart (Part 4) :: [Ep. 180] When something is valuable, we guard it. We protect it. Your heart is something of huge value and God says guard it!  If we are not on guard or careful, it is so easy to let things - other than God - become our priority and focus. When we have things in our life that have taken God's place and have let things rule us other than God...that makes us an idolator. And if we are struggling with Idolatry, our marriage WILL ...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Idols of the Heart (part 4) :: [Ep. 180]

September 04, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Idols of the Heart (part 4) :: [Ep. 180] When something is valuable, we guard it. We protect it. Your heart is something of huge value and God says guard it!  If we are not on guard or careful, it is so easy to let things - other than God - become our priority and focus. When we have things in our life that have taken God's place and have let things rule us other than God...that makes us an idolator. And if we are struggling with Idolatry, our marriage WILL ...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Spiritual Condition (Part 3) :: [Ep. 179]

August 28, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Spiritual Condition (Part 3) :: [Ep. 179] Could you run an actual marathon today?  For most, the answer is NO! Daily conditioning is essential to adequately run and even train others for a marathon. A person’s spiritual walk is the same – maturity CANNOT be obtained without conditioning. Tune in to our Part 3 of the How to Help A Hurting Marriage series where we talk about the importance of Spiritual Conditioning for yourself and for the friend with the hur...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Spiritual Condition (part 3) :: [Ep. 179]

August 28, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Spiritual Condition (part 3) :: [Ep. 179] Could you run an actual marathon today?  For most, the answer is NO! Daily conditioning is essential to adequately run and even train others for a marathon. A person’s spiritual walk is the same – maturity CANNOT be obtained without conditioning. Tune in to our Part 3 of the How to Help A Hurting Marriage series where we talk about the importance of Spiritual Conditioning for yourself and for the friend with the hur...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Purpose (Part 2) :: [Ep. 178]

August 21, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Purpose (Part 2) :: [Ep. 178] Are you witnessing a close friend’s marriage up in flames and feeling completely uncertain of how to help? Join us for Part 2 of the How to Help a Hurting Marriage series. We will remind you of the true purpose of marriage, offer clarity on what to focus on first and what the foundational essentials must be to truly offer effective help. Read the corresponding Blog article to learn more! https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/is-cha...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Purpose (part 2) :: [Ep. 178]

August 21, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Purpose (Part 2) :: [Ep. 178] Are you witnessing a close friend’s marriage up in flames and feeling completely uncertain of how to help? Join us for Part 2 of the How to Help a Hurting Marriage series. We will remind you of the true purpose of marriage, offer clarity on what to focus on first and what the foundational essentials must be to truly offer effective help. Read the corresponding Blog article to learn more! https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/is-cha...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Intro (part 1) :: [Ep. 177]

August 14, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help A Hurting Marriage: Intro (part 1) :: [Ep. 177] Ever had a moment where a friend, family member, or co-worker confessed that their marriage was in shambles? And in that moment, you had NO clue what to say to help? If so, this series, How to Help a Hurting Marriage, is just for you. In this series, we will teach practical steps you can take to not only provide HOPE but equip the hurting marriages in your life. After you listen, come back and click on this link to read our cor...

How to Help a Hurting Marriage: Intro (Part 1) :: [Ep. 177]

August 14, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

How to Help A Hurting Marriage: Intro (Part 1) :: [Ep. 177] Ever had a moment where a friend, family member, or co-worker confessed that their marriage was in shambles? And in that moment, you had NO clue what to say to help? If so, this series, How to Help a Hurting Marriage, is just for you. In this series, we will teach practical steps you can take to not only provide HOPE but equip the hurting marriages in your life. After you listen, come back and click on this link to read our cor...

Creating a Restful Way of Living :: [Ep. 176]

August 07, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Creating a Restful Way of Living :: [Ep. 176] Does the thought of summer winding down and the school year rapidly approaching leave you feeling stressed? Or maybe you are already in the crazy cycle of busy and experiencing the overwhelming feelings of burnout and longing for rest but don't even know where to start to get things on the right track?! A couple weeks ago, we talked about burnout and seeking TRUE rest. (If you missed those episodes, go check them out! Start at Episode 171 http...

God Isn't Done With You or Your Marriage!: Sanctification (Part 2) :: [Ep. 175]

July 31, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

God Isn't Done With You or Your Marriage!: Sanctification (Part 2) :: [Ep. 175] Understanding salvation, justification, sanctification and adoption is KEY to a Biblically healthy marriage. Surprising, huh?! In this two part series, YES, we’re going to do some theological digging – BUT don’t be scared! As we walk through Biblical truths like… salvation, justification, sanctification and adoption …we will not only gain an understanding of our position in Christ, we will more accurately und...

God Isn't Done with You OR Your Marriage!: Sanctification (part 1) :: [Ep. 174]

July 24, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

God Isn't Done With You or Your Marriage!: Sanctification (part 1) :: [Ep. 174] Did you know that your spiritual condition and your spiritual growth significantly affects your marriage relationship? In this two-part series, we are going to do some digging, delving, and defining into words like salvation, justification, sanctification, and adoption. You might be thinking, what does this have to do with marriage? Or how can this help me in my relationship with my spouse?! Great questions! W...

Burnout: Exploring 7 Kinds of Rest :: [Ep. 173]

July 17, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Burnout: Exploring 7 Kinds of Rest  :: [Ep. 173] For the past couple weeks, we have been talking about BURNOUT. We are excited to continue this series, learning that God offers us true rest and that we can live in it every day. Last week, in part 2 of this series on burnout, we talked about tangible ways of throwing off old masters and old yokes. We walked through the first 3 of 5 steps that will give the rest and freedom we’re looking for. In this episode, we will get into the 4th step w...

Burnout: A Shift from Crazy Busy to True Rest :: [Ep. 172]

July 10, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Burnout: A Shift from Crazy Busy to True Rest :: [Ep. 172] This summer, we are replaying some of our most popular episodes! When we last aired our series all about Burnout and Rest it became one of our more popular series so we thought it was worth the replay! So if you missed it the first time around or want to refresh your memory on what was discussed, join us!  This part-2 episode in the series will cover the following: Purpose. Passion. Pursuit. It’s what gets us up in the morning, wha...

Burnout: Are You Getting the Rest You Need? :: [Ep. 171]

July 03, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Burnout: Are You Getting the Rest You Need? :: [Ep. 171] Rest. We all want it because we are so worn out. But sometimes, it seems nearly impossible to attain a restful state. This episode kicks off a series all about Burnout and Rest. We will discover how making one small shift in what motivates us, what we prioritize and who we are trying to please will give us the rest we crave. Tune in to this episode for practical help for you and your marriage! We also have some Blog posts providing...

(REPLAY) Your Self-Talk About Your Husband Could Be Ruining Your Relationship: 'If He Really Loved Me.../Let's Make A Deal' :: [Ep. 170]

June 26, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

(REPLAY) Your Self-Talk About Your Husband Could Be Ruining Your Relationship: 'If He Really Loved Me.../Let's Make a Deal' :: [Ep. 170] Last summer, we aired this Self-Talk series for the first time and it quickly became one of our most popular series so we thought it was worth a replay! So if you missed it the first time around or want to refresh your memory on what was discussed, join us! If you are just tuning in, head back to Episode 167 which kicks off the 4-part Self-Talk series! T...