Upfront & Undivided: Recent Episodes
Luke & Dean'na Wantz
Real conversations with a real couple. In our podcast we will talk about and take on a variety of topics including: - Relationships/Marriage - Courting/Dating - Honor - Social Situations - Life - God and Christianity - Sex - Children - and any other random thing we might think of. Tag along and enjoy this ride with us as we open up our hearts and minds to you.
Many of us know that we should be wise and discerning when it comes to allowing people to speak into our lives. It is the same with your marriage. Not everyone we meet should have access and "speaking rights" to our marriage. It is good to have a conversation with God and your spouse about who should be in your corner, and should should just visit your porch. Not everyone will be able to have the same level of trust and love for your marriage as you do.
Have a listen as we talk about the people that should be in your corner, the ones that will celebrate with you and hold you accountable. Let us know what you think!
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Welcome to Episode 134!
We are so excited to share our thoughts on accountability with you. What does that look like? It is a combination of what we say and do to and for each other, and so much more. Accountability is accepting responsibility for one's actions, commitments, and decisions, and being answerable for the outcomes, whether positive or negative. It involves being transparent, explaining decisions, and taking ownership of results to build trust and improve performance in personal, professional, and societal contexts.
We also talk about Accountability and Vulnerability in Episode 58. Have a listen and let us know what you think!
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How do you react when change comes? Are you able to move and adapt when change happens?
In this episode, we are talking about one of the changes in life and how spouses can cope and support each other through it. It isn't a midlife crisis, it is perimenopause. This isn't something that men go through, but we are there for our wives.
Have a listen as we break down some of these changes, and strategies for successfully navigating them. We want to leave you with hope.
Let us know what you think, and feel free to reach out with questions or if you want to talk.
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What's in your backpack? What are you carrying around with you from yesterday? Life is full of adventure, lessons, memories, and stress. As we go and do stuff and interact with others, we have a tendency to take bits of those moments and carry them with us. Those bits can add up to weigh us down. When we focus on God, He will tell us what we need to carry and what to drop. We get to start each day with an empty backpack. We can choose to not carry the past with us.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think.
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When Marriage is a Higher Calling - that is the sub-title of this episode. We love talking about relationships, marriages, and communication. This is our passion, and we would love to see every marriage succeed and flourish.
We are diving into the ideas and concepts of service, sacrifice, and unity in this podcast. We are also catching you up on what has been going on this past month.
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In this episode, are are talking about the voices and wedges that can come in from the enemy to disrupt marriages. The enemy doesn't need us to be loyal to him, he just wants us to question our loyalty to God.
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Join us on our latest episode where we talk about jealousy. Not the worldly kind, but the Godly, Biblical jealousy. The kind that looks out for each other, and wants the best for each other.
We referenced Episode 48 - Do I Look Married? in this episode, so feel free to check it out if you haven't already, or listen again for a refresher.
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This episode got us excited! We are talking about men being men, and women being women! What does that look like in a Christian marriage? How can we cultivate and encourage this growth in each other? What tools should we develop to become better?
Have a listen, and be ready to get fired up to take charge!
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On this week's episode, we are talking about change. Not the change that gets to come with growth, but the change that can only happen from the Holy Spirit.
As spouses, we get to realize that we cannot change our spouse. Their personality, standards, behaviors, and attitude will be the same after the wedding as it was while you were dating. This is why it is important to decide before you get into a relationship, what you will allow or not, what you will be ok with or not. We need to stop insisting that our spouses are just like us.
Change can happen, but it mostly comes from the Holy Spirit, not nagging. Patience and communication are keys to a successful marriage, no matter how big the gap looks when you first get together.
1 Peter 3: 1-7 "Wives, in the same way submit yourselves to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives. Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. For this is the way the holy women of the past who put their hope in God used to adorn themselves. They submitted themselves to their own husbands, like Sarah, who obeyed Abraham and called him her lord. You are her daughters if you do what is right and do not give way to fear. Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers." (NIV)
Have a listen, and let us know what you think.
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Welcome back to the exciting adventure that is our month of May. We have gone on a couple of trips and had some fun adventures and conversations.
In this episode, we are talking about growing with and knowing your person. If that is your spouse, your child, parent, friend, or coworker, do you know who you are communicating with, and how best to communicate with them? We talk about some strategies and pitfalls in learning how best to grow and cultivate a great relationship.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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It is our anniversary! After 13 years of marriage, and over 14 years of being together, we are here, standing strong. We talk about ups and downs, tears and smiles. Our struggles are what make us who we are and what we share.
Isaiah 40: 30-31 - "Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." (NIV)
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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Happy Easter! The Lord is risen!
We are so excited to share our chat with our good friends Levi and Shannae. They have been through some battles, and they wanted to share their journey and their victory. We also talk about our past interview with Dustin and Torrie (Ep 60).
This episode talks about the serious subject of pornography. It breaks our hearts to learn how many deal with this, and we want to give hope to all of those that are wanting to break the cycle and grip of it.
Here are some statistics that we shared: (from an article from May 2022)
- Over 40 million Americans are regular visitors to porn sites. The average visit lasts 6 minutes and 29 seconds
- There are around 42 million porn websites, which totals around 370 million pages of porn
- The porn industry’s annual revenue is MORE than the NFL, NBA, and MLB combined. It is also more than the combined revenues of ABC, CBS, and NBC.
- 47% of families in the United States reported that pornography is a problem in their home.
- Pornography use increases the marital infidelity rate by more than 300%.
- Eleven is the average age that a child is first exposed to porn, and 94% of children will see porn by the age of 14.
- 56% of American divorces involve one party having an “obsessive interest” in pornographic websites.
- 70% of Christian youth pastors report that they have had at least one teen come to them for help in dealing with pornography in the past 12 months.
- 68% of church going men and over 50% of pastors view porn on a regular basis. Of young Christian adults 18-24 years old, 76% actively search for porn.
- 59% of pastors said that married men seek their help for porn use.
- 33% of women aged 25-and-under search for porn at least once per month.
- Only 13% of self identified Christian women say they never watch porn – 87% of Christian women have watched porn.
- 55% of married men and 25% of married women say they watch porn at least once a month.
- 57% of pastors say porn addiction is the most damaging issue in their congregation. And 69% say porn has adversely impacted the church.
- Only 7% of pastors say their church has a program to help people struggling with pornography.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think.
If you want help, or want to talk, you can reach us at upfrontandundivided@gmail.com or info@firmfooting.coach, or you could reach out to a trusted friend or pastor.
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Join us as we give an update on what is going on in our lives! We have a new website - firmfooting.coach. It is going to be the online home for our Relationship Coaching. Please feel free to check it out, and let us know what you think!
We are also talking this week about getting along and communicating through difficulties and working on a frustrating project together. How do we act and react when it is the project or task that is setting us off, and not our spouse?
Have a listen, and leave a comment.
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Have you ever felt like life is getting a little crowded? Maybe you've let something into your marriage that isn't supposed to be there? How many people are in your marriage? That is what we are talking about in this week's episode.
Have a listen and let us know what you think!
We will be speaking for 4 weeks - Marriage Supplements. Starting Tuesday, April 8th, at 6:30pm, 9900 View High Dr, KC, MO.
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Come join us for our latest episode - The Echos. We are talking about how our pasts can create echos in our minds that can distract us from our present.
What do we do when those echos come up? How do you deal with the echos?
In a way this episode is similar to when we have talked about fingerprints.
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Welcome back! In this week's episode, we are sitting down with Dean'na's brother and sister-in-law, Bob and Dawn Cates. They recently celebrated 36 years of marriage. We had the honor of sitting down with them, and asking what nuggets they have for couples.
Love Serves
Serve your spouse with intention
Have a listen, and let us know what you think.
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In this week's episode, we wanted to talk about flags, especially red flags. What are some red flags? How can we avoid them? Why do we ignore them?
We share some of the red flags we have encountered, and what we did with them.
Join us, have a listen, and let us know your thoughts.
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Welcome back, everyone! Thank you for your patience.
It is now the new year, and a time for new beginnings. What is on your boards for this upcoming year, or season? We are starting new projects and upgrading others.
In this new season, we are talking about equipping and training ourselves to be better for us and for each other. In marriage, we get to carry a weapon and a tool with us at all times. That way, we are ready to fight off attacks when they come, and build each other up at every opportunity.
Just like the story of Nehemiah, while they were rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem.
Nehemiah 4: 16-18 "From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me." (NIV)
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Christmas is here! In this joyous season, we wanted to sit down and share some smiles and thoughts with all of you. We also brought a special guest with us, Sebastian!
From our family to yours - Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year! May the closing of this year, and beginning of the next be covered and blessed by God.
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How do we talk about what our lives were like before we got married? Do we tell our future spouse all of our deep dark secrets? Do we reveal all of it to God, and allow him to make us new? These are some of the questions that we are talking about in this episode.
Join us as we talk about battling towards restoration.
Drop a comment and let us know what you think.
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The Holiday season is upon us! Thanksgiving is this week (tomorrow from our recording), and Christmas is right around the corner. The stress of everyday life can be heightened, or more noticeable, during this time of year. So what do we do about it?
We recognize it for what it is. We talk about it. We confront it, and deal with it.
We also talked about how two people in a marriage or relationship, will have preferences about how things happen. What do we do when those preferences are not the same? Dean'na likes listening to music throughout the day, Luke likes quiet. Is this a big deal?
Sit down and have a listen to what our thoughts are on this. Let us know what you think, and share this with your friends.
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Hello listeners! Welcome back to another episode!
This week we are talking about the thoughts and questions that can bring up feelings of regret and resentment. What can we do about those thoughts? When life hits and emotions get raw, where does our relationship g0? Do we keep out priorities straight? At those times, we do our best to talk to each other, pray about what is happening, and go on a date to reconnect.
Have a listen to this week's episode, and let us know what you think!
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Welcome to our latest episode! We hope and pray that all of you are doing well and staying healthy in these times. We also pray that you and your families are surrounded by His comforting peace.
This week we wanted to talk about something I call 'Ripple Therapy'. It came up during a conversation that if something happens in your marriage or relationship, after the initial "shock" is over and you both move past it, there can still be after effects that creep into your daily life. How do we deal with those little ripples left over from the big splash?
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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Just because we know each other, doesn't mean that we know everything about each other. Throughout marriage, we will go on many adventures and journeys. On those adventures, we might have different highlight reels from it. We could choose to downplay those differences, or we could celebrate them. When you go on a trip with family, you won't have the same highlights as everyone else, and that is OK.
"We were together, I forget the rest." - Walt, Whitman, paraphrase
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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Welcome back! We are talking this week about covering in a marriage. What covering are you providing for your spouse and family?
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We wanted to take a moment to remember why we are doing this podcast, and other related projects. Come along as we talk about some of the foundational elements that led us to talk about relationships and marriages.
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For this episode, we wanted to think of some fun and functional things that couples can focus on, on a weekly basis. We came up with VITAMINS!
- Vocalize
- Intentional
- Time
- Admire
- Move
- Initiate
- Negotiate
- Sexy-Time
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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What do you say when something your spouse enjoys doesn't interest you? Do you feel like you have to go along with your spouse's plans? When you have these types of disagreements, it is normal to disagree. How you handle it is what matters. Creating a safe space for your spouse to have different interests or activities is a healthy part of every marriage. The key is to ensure that those differences do not take place of, or diminish your marriage. Listen in as we discuss some ways to have those healthy disagreements on activities, and learn some strategies to improve your communication.
James 1: 19-20 "Know this, my dear brothers and sisters: let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger for human anger doesn’t produce the righteousness of God." (TLV)
Have a listen and let us know what you think!
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In this week's episode we are talking about potential. What is potential? How can we realize it? Most importantly though, we should not base our relationships on the potential of others. That can be a costly trap. We need to encourage each other and help each other grow.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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We're back from our brief Summer break! We hope everyone is doing well.
In this episode, we are talking about having a Critical Spirit. How can we recognize it and overcome? It is something that we can see in our family, friends, and spouse. It is something that can be dealt with together, as we work as a team.
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This is our final installment of the "Questions from the Audience" miniseries. It has been great to see the questions from all of you, and for us to answer them. We do our best to help all of you get your own conversations going in your own relationships.
This episode looked at three questions:
1) How do you talk with each other about the things the Lord is speaking to you about?
2) What are ways you have found to be the best way to support/encourage each other?
3) If one of you needs "rest", how do you address this so that emotions don't get in the way?
While we were talking about these questions, we also hit on a theme of rejection. What are some ways that we can reject the spirit of rejection in our relationships?
Have a listen and let us know what you think!
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Welcome to Part 4 of our amazing series where we are answering questions from our listeners! You all are the best!
In this episode, we talk about physical support. The question was - How do we support each other in physical health in marriage? We talk about different aspects of physical health, and different ways to better ourselves while encouraging our spouses.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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Welcome to part 3 of our Questions from the Audience series!
In this episode, we are answering the following question - Explain the process you two went through in becoming one in marriage the first five years... coming from different lives to one life. Was it hard? Easy? What were the challenges? What was the fun part? Hint: keep talking...
Sit down, have a listen, and let us know what you think! We are always open to answering your questions!
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Welcome to Part 2 of our Questions from the Audience Series!
In this episode, we combined a couple of questions because we felt that they go so well together.
What are 2 or 3 hooks the enemy tries to bring into marriage to get Christians off course?
What is the thin line between comparing a relationship to admiring a relationship?
Let us know what you think!
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We asked out audience for interview type questions, and you responded wonderfully.
Here is Part 1 of our Questions from the Audience Series.
What is a healthy age to begin dating? Is the length of dating time up to the couple? How do you know when it's marriage time?
We give our insights and thoughts on these questions. Talk it out with each other and with God.
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Episode 100! Thank you so much to all of our listeners for your support and encouragement! THANK YOU!
This week, we sat down with Hunter and Caila Driscoll to hear their take on some practical things about marriage. They share how to live your marriage while also being parents, business owners, and in the ministry. They bring a lot of wisdom, and laughter, to the table, and they are a treasure to have in our lives.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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This week, we sat down with some good friends of our that we share our lives, our hearts, and our home with. John and Tracy Flager are gems in this world, and we encourage everyone we know to let them into your lives. John and Tracy sit down with us and talk about some of the ups and downs of being married and parents while also navigating the landscape of working in ministry.
Sit down, have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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Hello! In this week's episode, we talk about Living Out Loud. It might sound like an odd statement to some, but it boils down to how do you walk out this life? When you are out and about with your spouse, do people see that you two are married? Do they see that you are a Christian? What do people see, hear, and think when we don't let our words do the talking? If after interacting with us, a person found out that we are Christian and married, would they want to learn more? Would they be encouraged? Do you walk out what you talk about?
For additional stories and background, also listen to Ep 48 - Do I Look Married?
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We always encourage couples to pray for each other, and to always think and speak the best about each other. In this episode, we talk about the importance that your spouse hears those words. Throughout the day, you can think amazing things about your spouse, even treat them great, but if you don't say those great things out loud to your spouse, how does that affect them? Just like a garden, or our children, what your spouse hears you say can build them up or tear them down.
Deuteronomy 32: 30 "How can one chase a thousand and two put ten thousand to flight, unless their Rock had sold them and Adonai had handed them over?" (TLV)
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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As a follow up from our last episode, we wanted to highlight that there are other options available to all of us. Many times we fall into patterns because that is what we were taught, or experienced. It doesn't have to be like that any more. We can be changed by the power and encounter of God. That encounter can change our patterns and our past. Remember, just because that is how it's always been, doesn't mean that it has to go that way still.
Psalms 16: 9-11 "I’m happy from the inside out, and from the outside in, I’m firmly formed. You canceled my ticket to hell—that’s not my destination! Now you’ve got my feet on the life path, all radiant from the shining of your face. Ever since you took my hand, I’m on the right way." (MSG)
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Welcome to Extreme Dating! We often talk about dating and courting, and the need for boundaries and expectations. In this episode, we are mainly talking about dating/courting after your first marriage. We know that sometimes, marriages end, and we are not fans. When that does happen, it is not crazy to think about getting into a new relationship, when the time is right. People need to be careful when wading back out into that pool though, not everything shiny is good for you, or your family. This is why you should be extreme in your boundaries and expectations, because now you aren't just dating for you, you are dating for your children, and they will follow the path you take. We also discuss possible first date locations and fun ideas.
Have a listen and let us know what you think!
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This week, we got the privilege to sit down and chat with some good friends - Cecil & Marsha Garrett. We got to talk about marriage, and an exciting project that they will be starting this year. We love seeing the things God has done, is doing, and will do in their lives and family.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think!
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We talk at the beginning of this episode about Accountability, and finding someone that you can be accountable to. For a deeper chat, please check out Episode 58.
A longer title could be 'Looking for Hope vs Not Wanting to Get Hurt, and Where is that Balance'. We know that would be a bit too long, so we shortened it. So where is that balance? We have been in previous relationships, and we know others have as well. We know that there is a journey and struggle to want to look for hope after you have been hurt, and sometimes a dread of 'If I get hurt again, will I be able to recover?'.
We break down some of the struggles that can come with this journey, and we also give some direction towards hope, and the One that grants it. Come along for the ride, and let us know what you think. Did this help you?
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Hello all! This week, we are taking some time to check-in and let you all know what is going on. It is important that when you are on your journey, that you have an accountability partner, and regularly assess how things are going. This episode is our first check-in. We have great things planned coming up, and we are looking forward to all of you joining us for what is next.
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Yes, it is the start of a new year. Yes, we know that "New Year, New You" is overplayed.
We wanted to take a spin on it, look at it from a different angle. You are still you, you haven't changed, but your outlook and attitude has. We start this new outlook by being grateful for what is in our lives, homes, families. We thank God for what is in us and around us. Next, we remember that His mercies are new every morning, and day, and year, and moment, and season. He has renewed us. He can renew us. And the best part is that the same power in Him, and in Jesus, is in us, as His believers. So we can make things new! How exciting! What you you working on to bring newness into your life today? Celebrate those attempts at newness!
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This will be a short episode. We have dealt with some health concerns in our home, and it has taught us some good lessons. One of those lessons is that we need to find time to rest. Not just rest to "get better", but to rest in the Father. What does it mean to rest in Him? What should we do if we need a greater level of rest? Come have a listen to our thoughts on rest and rebooting.
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Happy almost Christmas! Yes, we are getting ready for Christmas 2023 here, and hopefully you are too! For this episode, we wanted to sit down and talk about believing in the journey that God has set out for our lives. So often, we want to ask God for things and we want to dictate what it will look like, but God has a better plan in mind that doesn't look or sound like our idea. We know that God's ways are higher, and these are the moments when we get to remember that and lean more into Him. When life throws a curve at us, or when God calls us to something that is above our ability, we can tap into the Holy Spirit to equip us to be successful in the upcoming journey.
Jeremiah 29: 11 "I know what I’m doing. I have it all planned out—plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for." (MSG)
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We all have those times at the end of the day, or after work, when we need to decompress and let out the stress of the day. This is normal, we all do it. We don't do it in the same way though. Just like how we all communicate in different ways, or charge our batteries differently, there are different ways that we decompress so that we can feel normal again. Listen in as we go over some strategies to navigate decompression together, successfully.
How do you decompress?
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This week, we will be celebrating Thanksgiving. It is a time that we pause to remember all that we are thankful for, and how far we have come on our path. Remember that God has been with you on all of your ups and downs in life, and He has covered you. Celebrate what God has done in your life, and encourage those around you.
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In this episode, we sit down and talk about Marital Aids for communication. What are some tools that we use to start conversations? We have some books and a couple of phone apps that we look to regularly to get us talking about random things. It is important to keep the lines of communication open and strong in a relationship. So whether that conversation is serious or funny and odd, it is important to get talking. Some of these conversations starters can lead to exciting or revealing talks, so enjoy where it takes you.
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This week's episode is about getting help. It might be help for your marriage, your spouse, your friend, or yourself. Always know that it is never too late, and you can always get help. Help can come in many forms - pastor, counselor, therapist, friend - and it can take a while for the journey to healing. We have touched on some of these topics before in previous episodes (Ep 54, Ep 60, & Ep 16), so feel free to go back and listen to those again.Let us know if you found this information helpful.1 Corinthians 7: 12-14 "But to the rest I say—I, not the Lord—if any brother has a wife who is not a believer, and she agrees to live with him, he must not divorce her. And if any woman has a husband who is not a believer, and he agrees to live with her, she must not divorce him. For the unbelieving husband is made holy through the wife, and the unbelieving wife is made holy through her husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy." (TLV)Have the best week! Enjoy the journey!
In the past (Episode 6), we talked about Love Languages and communication. In this week's episode, we wanted to talk about something we call your "Love On" Language. It is the language we use to communicate our desires to each other at the times we aren't able to be intimate with each other. So when you are in a season in your relationship - illness, injury, distance - when you aren't able to be as physical with each other, build these tools so that when those seasons come, you are prepared.Have the best week! Enjoy the journey!
In life, relationships, and in the Kingdom, it is important to know what are tools are, and also to make sure that they are ready for use. That is what we are talking about this week. All of the 'tools' that you have in your arsenal, or tool shed, should be well-maintained and ready for use. Also, just because you have mastered one tool, or strategy, it doesn't mean that you won't need to use it again sometime in the future. We can't make progress if we aren't consistent. Remember, you aren't starting over from scratch, you are starting over from knowledge and experience.Have the best week! Enjoy the journey!
How many people are trying to 'conjure' God to intercede, when that is manipulation. Prayer, Worship, Honor, Praise, and Supplication is relationship with God.We have talked about patience and waiting on God's timing, but are we trying to hurry God? Are we saying that if we pray just a little louder, God will hear us and act for us sooner?That is what we are talking about in this week's episode. Sit down with us, and have a listen. Have you fallen into the trap?Psalm 37: 4 "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." (ESV)
If you have been listening so far to our latest few episodes, you know that some health concerns have come up for Dean'na. We use that situation to look at other types of sickness, or hurts, that we can allow into our lives and relationships, and how we can move forward. Should we sit in what is going on, or should we go through to the other side? How does God want us to handle this situation?
Episode 80! Thank you everyone, you are the best audience!
As we continue our journey together, we want to share and encourage all of you to not just fight and stand FROM a position of Victory, but we also get to DECLARE our testimony NOW, while we are in the middle of our story. Remember, when going through a struggle, or celebration, involve your friends, your community. Not only do we get to have relationship with God, but we get to have relationship and community with those around us. Also, if you do not have a community, let us know, you can reach out to us, and we will stand and pray with you - upfrontandundivided@gmail.com.
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We all know that life happens. It doesn't matter if you are married, single, a parent, or friends, life happens, and will it will try to knock you down and out. At times, we refer to that as 'Going through the suck', because those are the moments that suck you down and suck your time, energy, attention, and sometimes finances. When those moments hit, or after, you need to take time to reconnect with your spouse. Take time to date your spouse again. All married couple should continue to date each other, but it is especially important in these times that you need to reconnect after a trying or tough time. When you do go on your dates, be mindful to be in the moment with them. Be present and purposeful. Also, don't be afraid to try new experiences, or something that your spouse likes, but you aren't a fan. Your attitude could change the outcome, and make it a positive experience.Have the best week! Enjoy the journey!
In this episode, we share a diagnosis and how to prepare for the battles that will come in this world. Recently, Dean'na was told that medical testing had found a tumor near her armpit. We are standing in victory and on the promises of God. It was caught early, and it is getting taken care of.In this world, struggles, obstacles, attacks, trials, and difficulties will come. We are not surprised that these happen, and the Word of God tells us so. The Word also tells us to be prepared and lean on Him in these instances. How do we prepare for battle? We pray, we study the Word of God, we focus on what He wants us to focus on. We also remember our past testimonies and the testimonies of those that have gone before us. We remember what God has done for His people, and the authority that has been given to us, through Jesus. Have the best week! Enjoy the journey!
In marriage and parenting, many different situations and emotions come up. One of the biggest keys to success is consistency. Being consistent is a huge part of your character. Your family is able to rely on you, and feel stable and secure, when they know that you are the same person, same attitude, no matter what location or people you are around. This is especially important in the Kingdom of God. When raising children, consistent parents are more important than the things you can buy. As a spouse consistency is more valuable than the flashiest diamond. When you walk this life strive for consistency - in your values, in your walk with God, in your actions, and in your words.Matthew 5: 37 "But let your word ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’—anything more than this is from the evil one." (TLV)Have the best week, and enjoy the journey!
So often we hear about the 'No's' of a relationship - You can't do this, you shouldn't do that, avoid this, etc. When starting a relationship, or getting ready to, it is important and helpful to focus instead on what can be done. Finding the 'Yes' of the matter. This shift in focus will help align your priorities and give you a more positive attitude. By focusing on the 'Yes', you can start building and walking into what your are aiming for. One of our favorite illustrations on this is to think of a field, rather than focusing on what you can't do outside of the fence, look at what can be done, or needs to be done, inside the fence. Many times, we need to prepare the ground before we can build or plant. What are you doing to prepare your ground?Colossians 3: 12-17 "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves in tender compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience— bearing with one another and forgiving each other, if anyone has a grievance against another. Just as the Lord pardoned you, so also you must pardon others. But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfect harmony. Let the shalom of Messiah rule in your hearts—to this shalom you were surely called in one body. Also be thankful. Let the word of Messiah dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another with all wisdom in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Yeshua, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." (TLV)Have the Best Week, and Enjoy the JourneyMusic: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
We know that we need to trust in God, and do things in His strength, but we also need to remember to rely on His timing. In Episode 70, we talked about trusting God in the process, here, we talk about trusting God's timing - Having patience. Too often, Christians feel that God should answer their prayers right away, but God answers in His timing. What should we do in the mean time, pout or prepare?1 Corinthians 13: 4"Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not brag, it is not puffed up," (TLV)Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey!Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
When we are in the Kingdom of God, our family circles increase. At times our friends become close, much like family, which brings the term 'Framily'. This is also the same when it comes to blended, foster, and adopted families. When you have the foundation of communication and have had the conversations about increasing your family, it doesn't matter how it comes or what it looks like, God will increase your family.Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey!Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
What is the difference between motivation and discipline? How would you define them? When we have talked about motivation, we have realized that it is fleeting and fickle. Motivation is not consistent. Discipline, on the other hand, is what gets you moving when you don't want to. Discipline helps drive you to do the hard thing over the fun or easy thing. Life is full of choices and feelings, and we get to make the decisions on how we will walk out this life.
What steps are we taking to walk out what we want to see in our lives? Yes, God can abundantly bless us and our endeavors, but we get to prepare and start walking towards that goal. For instance, if you want to be blessed with better finances, what steps are you taking to prepare for a blessing of increased finances?
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Life happens to all of us. When we stumble or break, who can we turn to? We turn to God. We also can turn to our spouse. There are times when we, especially men, have trouble turning to God, or their spouse, because it requires them to be vulnerable. Vulnerability is not weakness, but it is the absence of the walls and armor that we hide behind.
Men - find a Godly woman that you can be vulnerable and not strong around, without her making you feel weak.
Women - understand that your Godly man will not always be able to shoulder every burden, he will struggle at times.
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Come have a listen as we have a conversation about different qualities of being a parent. This list is good for all types of relationships whether natural, adoptive, mentorship, or Spiritual.
The Qualities are:
1) Be Aware
2) Acknowledge
3) Be Engaged
4) Be Available
5) Be Authentic
6) Be Active
7) Be an Advocate
Matthew 7: 16-20 " You will recognize them by their fruit. Grapes aren’t gathered from thorn bushes or figs from thistles, are they? Even so, every good tree produces good fruit, but the rotten tree produces bad fruit. A good tree cannot produce bad fruit, nor can a rotten tree produce good fruit. Every tree that does not produce good fruit is chopped down and thrown into the fire. So then, you will recognize them by their fruit." (TLV)
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I heard a joke once - If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plan!
Jeremiah 29: 11 "For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." (Living Bible)
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When we are out an about, we like to look around and see who we can interact with, and possibly brighten their day. This especially happens when we are in situations that can be serious or heavy. Recently, Luke had to go to the hospital to have his appendix removed, so while we were there, we decided to share the goodness and fruit of our lives.
What situations in your life, or daily activities, can you look outside of yourself and make the day a bit brighter for at least one person around you?
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Many questions come up about what is our purpose: Who are we; Who am I; What should I/we be doing? Our purpose is found in God, He is our purpose. Our identity and purpose is found in Him, not in what we do or don't produce. Often times, people try to complicate things and struggle over the small details, but God just wants us to chase after Him and serve Him. Once we sort that out, the details will fall into place. We are not saying that it will be easy, or there will not be a struggle, but with God, we have the strength, the wisdom, the ability to overcome.
Genesis 3: 16 "To the woman He said,
'I will greatly increase your pain from conception to labor.
In pain will you give birth to children.
Your desire will be toward your husband,
yet he must rule over you.'" (TLV)
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Listen in as we have a conversation with our great friends Eric and Loree Thomason. They have been married for 30 years and they wanted to share some of their wisdom with us, and you. Eric and Loree have had their share of ups and downs, and they talk through some strategies and principles that have kept them strong and focused throughout their marriage.
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We talk a lot about communication. Often times, we try to simplify it by saying that we need to get out of our own way and talk it out. Communication is the bedrock for a strong marriage, or relationship. At times you need to have the tough, sometimes ugly, conversations to build trust, so that you can have the ugly conversations to build trust.
Listen in as we talk about strategies and practical life when it comes to communication.
James 1: 19 "Know this, my dear brothers and sisters: let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger" (TLV)
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On this week's episode we look at the question of "How do you renovate a new house?" We looked at this question from two different angles - 1) Are we talking about an actual house?; and 2) Are we talking about a new, or changing, marriage? Join us as we talk this through and give our thoughts and strategies.
Matthew 7: 24-27
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house; and yet it did not fall, for its foundation had been built on the rock. Everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand. And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house; and it fell—and great was its fall.” (TLV)
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What does it look like to have different callings or different spiritual walks in marriage? Are these things that should be separate or do they always have to be in sync and together? Come along and take a listen as we talk through some of our thoughts on these questions.
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In this episode, we continue our Relationship Q&A series. This one is about finding balance in your marriage, or relationship, if one of you is an extrovert and the other is an introvert. We dive into this topic looking at ourselves and our marriage, and give strategies on how to explore each others' personalities and how to successfully live out life together.
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On this week's episode we're answering viewers questions on sex and intimacy and how to ask what they desire or express what you desire. We're even going to touch on the difference of those 2 things and how you truly need a healthy basis of communication in both to help make a solid foundation in this area of marriage.
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We reached out to our listeners for questions, and you responded with some great ones. Thank you!
We looked at two of your questions for this week's episode, and they both have to do with differences in church attendance while being married: 1) What if you and your spouse attend different churches?; and 2) What if you attend church in person, but your spouse watches church online since they don't like being around people? We had a great time exploring these questions, and we hope that you learn some things from our suggestions.
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Join us as we talk with our friends Dustin and Torrie Weedman, They share their amazing story of ups and downs in marriage. Dustin and Torrie become transparent with their story as they give strategies on how to overcome to victory.
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Is it different to parent in the current times, or is it the same as it always has been? In this week's episode, we talk about parenting and what that looks like. We also discuss different ways and tricks that the enemy uses to trap and deceive children, and parents. It is important that we grow boundaries and expectations with our children when they are ready, not just when they reach a certain age. One of the best things parents can do for their children - Be consistent.
Proverbs 22: 6
"Train up a child in the way he should go, when he is old he will not turn from it." (TLV)
Ecclesiastes 1: 9
"What has been is what will be, and what has been done will be done again. There is nothing new under the sun." (TLV)
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In this week's episode, we revisit the topic of accountability. Having accountability, together with vulnerability, is important to communication between couples, families, friends, every level. We all need to have people around us that will keep our feet to the fire, and ensure that we are keeping our standards and goals where they need to be. It is equally important for us to be open and honest with feedback and self-assessments to them.
Look for people around you that can be in your accountability group, and for people that you can help stay accountable.
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Do you have a blended family? We do. Before we got married, and after, we did our best to work out how to be successful in our blended family, and what would work best for us. Many questions come to mind with blended families like traditions, vacations, schools, and discipline. Some topics are easier than others, but they all add to the outcome.
We also talk about what leads to many blended families - divorce. What does that mean according to the Bible vs today?
Mark 10: 2-12
'Pharisees came up, and to test Him they began asking, “Is it permitted for a man to divorce his wife?”
And He replied to them, “What did Moses command you?”
The Pharisees said, “Moses permitted a man to write a bill of divorce and to put her away.”
But Yeshua said to them, “Because of your hardness of heart he wrote you this commandment! But from the beginning of creation, God ‘made them male and female. For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no man separate!”
In the house, the disciples began questioning Him about this again. And He said to them, “Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her. And if she divorces her husband and marries another, she is committing adultery.”' (TLV)
Deuteronomy 24: 1-4
"Suppose a man takes a wife and marries her. Now if she doesn’t find favor in his eyes because he has found something indecent in her, he is to write her a certificate of divorce, hand it to her and send her out from his house. When she leaves his house, she may go and become another man’s wife. Now suppose the second husband dislikes her and writes her a certificate of divorce, and he hands it to her and she leaves his house—or suppose the second husband who took her to be his wife dies. Then her former husband, who sent her away, may not take her again to be his wife, after she has been defiled—for that would be detestable before Adonai. You are not to bring guilt on the land that Adonai your God is giving you as an inheritance." (TLV)
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In this episode we take a journey to explore accountability. What does that look like? What does it not look like? Accountability should be encouragement, based in love. It should not manifest itself in nagging or negative criticism. Remember, you are on the same team and want the best for each other.
Colossians 3: 16-17 "Let the word of Messiah dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another with all wisdom in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Yeshua, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." (TLV)
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Happy 2023! It is a new year on the calendar, but what does that mean for us? People don't change with the calendar, they take steps and actions to affect change in their lives, families, and marriages. Communication is a great strategy and tool for improvement, and we all need to embrace it, no matter your location or circumstance.
We also talk about some of the projects that we will be working on in the coming year.
Philippians 3: 7-9 "The very credentials these people are waving around as something special, I’m tearing up and throwing out with the trash—along with everything else I used to take credit for. And why? Because of Christ. Yes, all the things I once thought were so important are gone from my life. Compared to the high privilege of knowing Christ Jesus as my Master, firsthand, everything I once thought I had going for me is insignificant—dog dung. I’ve dumped it all in the trash so that I could embrace Christ and be embraced by him. I didn’t want some petty, inferior brand of righteousness that comes from keeping a list of rules when I could get the robust kind that comes from trusting Christ—God’s righteousness." (MSG)
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We know that with God, we are never too far gone or lost. Can the same be said for your marriage? Join us this week as we talk with a great couple, Stuart and Patty Noel. They have experienced many ups and downs in marriage, and have come out victorious.
"Date night is for Connection." - Patty Noel
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To every action, there is a consequence. Sometimes good, sometimes not good. If we are walking and talking in Kingdom principles, there is a better chance of a good outcome.
Deuteronomy 28: 9-14 "God will form you as a people holy to him, just as he promised you, if you keep the commandments of God, your God, and live the way he has shown you. All the peoples on Earth will see you living under the Name of God and hold you in respectful awe. God will lavish you with good things: children from your womb, offspring from your animals, and crops from your land, the land that God promised your ancestors that he would give you. God will throw open the doors of his sky vaults and pour rain on your land on schedule and bless the work you take in hand. You will lend to many nations but you yourself won’t have to take out a loan. God will make you the head, not the tail; you’ll always be the top dog, never the underdog, as you obediently listen to and diligently keep the commands of God, your God, that I am commanding you today. Don’t swerve an inch to the right or left from the words that I command you today by going off following and worshiping other gods." (MSG)
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In Episode 52 we are discussing what being all things to all people looks like. Can we keep our foundation, our standards, even our personality and reach people outside of our personal preference? Jesus did it all the time, and we want to learn how to do that too. Come along this week and listen to some things that Dean'na has implemented in her time teaching and what we have done as a couple and a family.
1 Corinthians 9: 22-23 "I’ve become just about every sort of servant there is in my attempts to lead those I meet into a God-saved life. I did all this because of the Message. I didn’t just want to talk about it; I wanted to be in on it!" (MSG)
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Life will throw obstacles and thorns at us every day, how do we handle it? In our latest episode we talk about speaking life in those situations, and all areas of our lives. It doesn't matter if it is our spouse, children, friends, co-workers, job, or finances, we should be speaking life over all of them. How we speak sows seeds, and those seeds will bear fruit. What fruit is growing in our life?
Luke 6: 43-45 "For there is no good tree that produces rotten fruit, nor again does a rotten tree produce good fruit. Each tree comes to be known by its own fruit. For figs are not gleaned out of briars; neither are bunches of grapes gathered from thorn bushes.
“Out of the good treasure of his heart the good man brings forth good, and out of evil the evil man brings forth evil. For from the overflow of the heart his mouth speaks." (TLV)
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Episode 50! Thank you so much to all of our supporters! This has been a wonderful, and educational, journey so far, and we look forward to much more.
What does it mean to carry your mantle? What does that look like? It is different for all of us, because we all have different roles to play in life and in the Kingdom of God. If you take on the mantle of something such as a profession or an important job, you take on the responsibilities and duties which must be fulfilled by anyone who has this profession or job. Our mantle is also part of our armor that we wear throughout life. It can get weighty without becoming heavy.
Matthew 11: 29-30 "Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." (NIV)
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1 Corinthians 15:55-56, "Death, where is your victory? Death, where is your sting?" That's what we're talking about this week. When we lose someone in our lives, grief is a natural response. But when we're in the Kingdom of God, grief looks a little different. Come along with us in this week's episode, as Dean'na lets us in on her lessons of grief.
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As we go about life (shopping, church, gatherings, etc.), and we encounter people, do people notice that we are married? The Bible says that others will know that we are believers because of our love for one another, but will they know that we are married? I know that our rings are an outward sign that we are, but do we act like it? Join us as we explore what being married might look like.
John 13: 34-35 "Let me give you a new command: Love one another. In the same way I loved you, you love one another. This is how everyone will recognize that you are my disciples—when they see the love you have for each other." (MSG)
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Join us as we talk about what it means to have a covenant of marriage. We look at what covenant means, and what that can manifest in our lives.
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When you are in a marriage, or other relationship, having a heart of service is a key to success. How do you gain that heart of servitude? What does it look like? Join us as we look at what it means to be a servant to your spouse, and your family.
Ephesians 5: 21-33
"21 Out of respect for Christ, be courteously reverent to one another.
22-24 Wives, understand and support your husbands in ways that show your support for Christ. The husband provides leadership to his wife the way Christ does to his church, not by domineering but by cherishing. So just as the church submits to Christ as he exercises such leadership, wives should likewise submit to their husbands.
25-28 Husbands, go all out in your love for your wives, exactly as Christ did for the church—a love marked by giving, not getting. Christ’s love makes the church whole. His words evoke her beauty. Everything he does and says is designed to bring the best out of her, dressing her in dazzling white silk, radiant with holiness. And that is how husbands ought to love their wives. They’re really doing themselves a favor—since they’re already “one” in marriage.
29-33 No one abuses his own body, does he? No, he feeds and pampers it. That’s how Christ treats us, the church, since we are part of his body. And this is why a man leaves father and mother and cherishes his wife. No longer two, they become “one flesh.” This is a huge mystery, and I don’t pretend to understand it all. What is clearest to me is the way Christ treats the church. And this provides a good picture of how each husband is to treat his wife, loving himself in loving her, and how each wife is to honor her husband." (MSG)
Matthew 23: 11-12
"11-12 “Do you want to stand out? Then step down. Be a servant. If you puff yourself up, you’ll get the wind knocked out of you. But if you’re content to simply be yourself, your life will count for plenty." (MSG)
1 Corinthians 13: 5
"5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." (NIV)
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In this week's episode we are talking about unity and teamwork. What does your marriage team look and work like? We are also talking about goals and goal setting. It is good to be on the same page with your spouse and work together to find solutions.
Matthew 19: 3-12
'One day the Pharisees were badgering him: “Is it legal for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?”
He answered, “Haven’t you read in your Bible that the Creator originally made man and woman for each other, male and female? And because of this, a man leaves father and mother and is firmly bonded to his wife, becoming one flesh—no longer two bodies but one. Because God created this organic union of the two sexes, no one should desecrate his art by cutting them apart.”
They shot back in rebuttal, “If that’s so, why did Moses give instructions for divorce papers and divorce procedures?”
Jesus said, “Moses provided for divorce as a concession to your hard heartedness, but it is not part of God’s original plan. I’m holding you to the original plan, and holding you liable for adultery if you divorce your faithful wife and then marry someone else. I make an exception in cases where the spouse has committed adultery.”
Jesus’ disciples objected, “If those are the terms of marriage, we haven’t got a chance. Why get married?”
But Jesus said, “Not everyone is mature enough to live a married life. It requires a certain aptitude and grace. Marriage isn’t for everyone. Some, from birth seemingly, never give marriage a thought. Others never get asked—or accepted. And some decide not to get married for kingdom reasons. But if you’re capable of growing into the largeness of marriage, do it.”' (MSG)
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Many people want to leave a legacy, but not many people want to put in the hard work to accomplish it. What does it mean to leave a legacy? What are we doing to leave a legacy to those around us?
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What is going on in our minds or emotions that we are projecting onto others around us? Is there something in your past that is trying to dictate how you interpret relationships in your present? Join us as we talk about what we're projecting, and how to overcome it. Thank you for listening.
Matt 7: 1-5 "Don’t pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize their faults—unless, of course, you want the same treatment. That critical spirit has a way of boomeranging. It’s easy to see a smudge on your neighbor’s face and be oblivious to the ugly sneer on your own. Do you have the nerve to say, ‘Let me wash your face for you,’ when your own face is distorted by contempt? It’s this whole traveling road-show mentality all over again, playing a holier-than-thou part instead of just living your part. Wipe that ugly sneer off your own face, and you might be fit to offer a washcloth to your neighbor." (MSG)
1 Corinth 13: 11 "When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me." (NIV)
Hebrews 5: 11-14 "We have much to say about this, but it is hard to make it clear to you because you no longer try to understand. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over again. You need milk, not solid food! Anyone who lives on milk, being still an infant, is not acquainted with the teaching about righteousness. But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil." (NIV)
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Life can happen and priorities can shift. What are some practical ways to keep focused on your relationship? Join us this week as we talk about reconnecting and staying connected with your spouse or partner.
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Obstacles and challenges come in every shape and size. They come at us when we are prepared, and when we aren't expecting them. How should we face these obstacles? What does the Holy Spirit and Word of God say about it? Join us this week as we talk about challenges and obstacles, and how to come out on top!
Philippians 4: 6-7 "Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life." (MSG)
Philippians 4: 4-5 "Celebrate God all day, every day. I mean, revel in him! Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them. Help them see that the Master is about to arrive. He could show up any minute!" (MSG)
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How long does it take to heal after a big breakup? How do you know when you are ready to move on? Join us as we chat about what it's like to move on after a heartbreak, divorce, or death.
Ecclesiastes 3:4 " a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance," (NIV)
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We're not going to give a description for this week's episode. The title is self-explanatory.
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In many situations through life, your foundation and identity will help determine your outcome. If your foundation is built on the Faith in Jesus, then you will be able to withstand any storm. When your identity is in God, you will be able to step into what He has for you with confidence. You can never be fully prepared for EVERY situation that life might throw at you, but you can set your heart and mind on the Word and things of God to help you prepare, and succeed through them.
Matthew 7: 24-27 "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash." (NIV)
Isaiah 54: 2 "Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes." (NIV)
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What is honor? What does it mean to honor someone? In this episode we try to filter this through the Word of God. What does God say honor is and what does that look like with your family, with friends and in the work place?
Exodus 20: 12 "Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you." (NIV)
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Being on the same team is important, and you don't have to play the same position. This week we talk about being same-minded in your marriage. We talk about how we are striving for combined success in our marriage. Even if we have different personalities and hobbies, we are unified in our marriage. When tough times happen, we remember that we are always in this together.
Philippians 2: 2 "then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind." (NIV)
James 4: 1-4 "What is the cause of your conflicts and quarrels with each other? Doesn’t the battle begin inside of you as you fight to have your own way and fulfill your own desires? 2You jealously want what others have so you begin to see yourself as better than others. You scheme with envy and harm others to selfishly obtain what you crave—that’s why you quarrel and fight. And all the time you don’t obtain what you want because you won’t ask God for it! 3And if you ask, you won’t receive it for you’re asking with corrupt motives, seeking only to fulfill your own selfish desires. 4You have become spiritual adulterers who are having an affair, an unholy relationship with the world. Don’t you know that flirting with the world’s values places you at odds with God? Whoever chooses to be the world’s friend makes himself God’s enemy!" (The Passion Translation)
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Join us this episode as we talk about what types of tools you have in your arsenal, and at your disposal. Tools can be physical, mental, emotional, and especially spiritual. We need to pray, practice, train, and learn how to use these tools, and what they are best for. The tools we have can be as simple as the smart phone you own, or as complex as strategies for dealing with life's ups and downs. We can all receive guidance from the Holy Spirit on how and when to best use our tools.
1 Timothy 3: 1-5 "Here is a trustworthy saying: Whoever aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task. Now the overseer is to be above reproach, faithful to his wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not given to drunkenness, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full respect. (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church?)" (NIV)
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This week we are talking about the celebration of Independence Day here in the USA. What changes do you see in the world, and what can you do to affect those changes? Sometimes we think that we are too small to make big changes, but even the small steps in our own circle can have huge impacts.
Matthew 25: 37-40 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’" (NIV)
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With so much going on in the world today, where can we stand, and what can we do? When there are seemingly so many problems around us, who has the solution? Join us on this week's episode as we talk about being solution minded. When we focus on the root and the solution, then we can help improve the life around us.
Romans 8: 1-4 "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. For what the law was powerless to do because it was weakened by the flesh, God did by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to be a sin offering. And so he condemned sin in the flesh, in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fully met in us, who do not live according to the flesh but according to the Spirit." (NIV)
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This week we are looking at what makes up a Community of God. Who are the people around you, and how do they affect or influence you in your life. What type of friend and believer are you to those around you?
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What does it mean to be a man or woman of God? We can study the Word of God and pray, but what does it mean to walk that out? Join us as we discuss where we see ourselves in the Kingdom of God.
Proverbs 31: 10-12 (excerpt for brevity)
"A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life." (NIV)
Nehemiah 4: 16-18 "From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me." (NIV)
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What do you smell like? It might sound like an odd question from us, but what aromas are attached to you? What Spiritual scent are you giving off, or allowing to be put on you?
Join us for this week's chat.
Genesis 27: 27 "So he went to him and kissed him. When Isaac caught the smell of his clothes, he blessed him and said,
'Ah, the smell of my son
is like the smell of a field
that the Lord has blessed." (NIV)
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What does it look like when you grow into what you have been called to? Throughout our lives, we grow and change. Sometimes we need to be planted deep in soil. At other times, we need to be pruned. The fruit we produce will be a witness to others as to the type of life we live.
Psalm 1: 3 "That person is like a tree planted by streams of water,
which yields its fruit in season
and whose leaf does not wither—
whatever they do prospers." (NIV)
Matthew 7: 15-20 "Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them." (NIV)
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When the storms and struggles come in your life, know that Jesus has already won the war. We can fight from victory, not just to victory.
Quote from text - We fight from a place OF VICTORY not FOR victory! The battle has already been won! When He said, "it is finished!", He meant it...ALL OF IT!
Luke 6: 48-49 "If you work the words into your life, you are like a smart carpenter who dug deep and laid the foundation of his house on bedrock. When the river burst its banks and crashed against the house, nothing could shake it; it was built to last. But if you just use my words in Bible studies and don’t work them into your life, you are like a dumb carpenter who built a house but skipped the foundation. When the swollen river came crashing in, it collapsed like a house of cards. It was a total loss." (The Message)
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What labels are you carrying around with you? What labels do others put on you? We are talking about labels and limits on this weeks episode. Join in for the journey.
Original phrase - "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one." I got it wrong, I apologize.
Genesis 1: 26 'Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.”' (NIV)
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In this week's episode, we reflect back on 10 years of marriage and what we've learned together. As we celebrate our anniversary, we think back on our blessings and lessons. We hope you walk away with a couple of nuggets that you can use in your marriage or relationships along the way.
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Join us this week as we chat about a couple of things that are on our minds. We peel back the curtain as we let you in on one of our normal conversations about life and the Kingdom of God.
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What do you do when things don't go as planned? How do you react? What if you don't know an answer? Join us this week as we look at handling mistakes, errors, unforgiveness, and ignorance.
Mark 11: 24-25 " Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.'" (NIV)
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We love to listen to our listeners, and this episode has been a request. We talk about the great journey of faith of Dean'na's two pregnancies and what challenges she faced. Learn to walk in faith and hold onto the promises of God.
Daniel 3 - The whole chapter, the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednigo. They stood on the belief that even if they perished, God is still God.
Who is Like Our God - Dustin Smith
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Often times we receive questions from friends and listeners. This week, we answer some of the questions for all of you. This batch of questions asks about being prepared for a relationship or marriage. What is your stance?
1 Corinthians 13: 5 "It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." (NIV)
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What is holding you back in your journey and in life? Was something spoken over you? Are you being told that you can't overcome situations? Jesus is the Way, and we can overcome any situation with Him.
Luke 9: 62 "Jesus replied, 'No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.'" (NIV)
Romans 2: 3-4 "You didn’t think, did you, that just by pointing your finger at others you would distract God from seeing all your misdoings and from coming down on you hard? Or did you think that because he’s such a nice God, he’d let you off the hook? Better think this one through from the beginning. God is kind, but he’s not soft. In kindness he takes us firmly by the hand and leads us into a radical life-change." (The Message)
The Necessity of an Enemy by Ron Carpenter Jr
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The waves and winds come, but we find peace in God. The earth can tremble, and Jesus is our rock. The enemy drums are sounding, but the Holy Spirit is our comfort. When anxiety comes, we can find peace and good in the situation. In this episode, we talk about some things that are going on in our home that can bring up emotions and a touch of anxiety. Prayer and His peace is what gets us through.
Philippians 4: 4-9 "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." (NIV)
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Join us this week as we talk about different way to fight fair. The best way is to have a discussion, and not a fight! Remember, you are both in this together, you are on the same side and going for the same goal.
Hebrews 12:14 ESV
Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.
2 Corinthians 13:11 ESV
Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.
Romans 12:18 ESV
If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.
Philippians 4:6-9 ESV
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
Matthew 5:9 ESV
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
Proverbs 16:7 ESV
When a man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
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Not a return like you want to give something back, but a return on your investment. What types of investments are we making in our lives, relationships, health? The proverb says that you will reap what you sow, so what are you planting, and in what soil are planting into? Join us as we look at different positive steps you can take in your life. You get out of life what you put in.
Ephesians 4: 22-24 "You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness." (NIV)
Luke 11: 24-26 "'When an impure spirit comes out of a person, it goes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, "I will return to the house I left." When it arrives, it finds the house swept clean and put in order. Then it goes and takes seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and live there. And the final condition of that person is worse than the first.'" (NIV)
Next Level Metabolism by Dr Jade Teta
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This week we talk about intimacy and sex. It isn't always a physical act, but can also be emotional and/or spiritual. There are healthy and unhealthy intimate attachments to people, sometimes called Soul-Ties. They can be broken and mended through prayer. It is never too late to start over, to begin again, to recommit. You are never too far gone for God to restore you.
Proverbs 4:23 "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." (NIV)
Matthew 5:28 "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." (NIV)
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Come listen in as we discuss trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. Heather joins the conversation to give her perspective on combat/military trauma. There is always hope, and the Light of God will help dispel the darkness. You do not need permission to rescue a loved one or friend. His mercies are new every morning.
Psalm 139 "1 You have searched me, Lord,
and you know me.
2 You know when I sit and when I rise;
you perceive my thoughts from afar.
3 You discern my going out and my lying down;
you are familiar with all my ways.
4 Before a word is on my tongue
you, Lord, know it completely.
5 You hem me in behind and before,
and you lay your hand upon me.
6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,
too lofty for me to attain.
7 Where can I go from your Spirit?
Where can I flee from your presence?
8 If I go up to the heavens, you are there;
if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.
9 If I rise on the wings of the dawn,
if I settle on the far side of the sea,
10 even there your hand will guide me,
your right hand will hold me fast.
11 If I say, “Surely the darkness will hide me
and the light become night around me,”
12 even the darkness will not be dark to you;
the night will shine like the day,
for darkness is as light to you.
13 For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother’s womb.
14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you
when I was made in the secret place,
when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my unformed body;
all the days ordained for me were written in your book
before one of them came to be.
17 How precious to me are your thoughts,[a] God!
How vast is the sum of them!
18 Were I to count them,
they would outnumber the grains of sand—
when I awake, I am still with you.
19 If only you, God, would slay the wicked!
Away from me, you who are bloodthirsty!
20 They speak of you with evil intent;
your adversaries misuse your name.
21 Do I not hate those who hate you, Lord,
and abhor those who are in rebellion against you?
22 I have nothing but hatred for them;
I count them my enemies.
23 Search me, God, and know my heart;
test me and know my anxious thoughts.
24 See if there is any offensive way in me,
and lead me in the way everlasting." (NIV)
Romans 8:38-39 "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (NIV)
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In this week's episode, we discuss the processes of pruning, refining, and sifting. Sometimes people use these words to describe what God is doing in their lives, and sometimes it gets messy. These processes can also bring emotional and spiritual pain and discomfort. Allowing the Holy Spirit to clean the gunk out of our lives can be painful at times, but it is worth it because it brings healing and growth.
Mark 9: 43-47 " If your hand causes you to stumble, cut it off. It is better for you to enter life maimed than with two hands to go into hell, where the fire never goes out. And if your foot causes you to stumble, cut it off. It is better for you to enter life crippled than to have two feet and be thrown into hell. And if your eye causes you to stumble, pluck it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into hell,"
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We talked about Super Heroes in Episode 2, so here we are chatting about weaknesses. Is your weakness holding you back from walking into your calling? Is your weakness something that you need to work on, or should you throw it away? We discuss some of these in this week's episode.
1 Kings 11:3 "He [Solomon] had seven hundred wives of royal birth and three hundred concubines, and his wives led him astray." (NIV)
Luke 22: 33-34 "But he replied, 'Lord, I am ready to go with you to prison and to death.' Jesus answered, 'I tell you, Peter, before the rooster crows today, you will deny three times that you know me.'" (NIV)
The Necessity of an Enemy by Ron Carpenter, Jr
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What are some strategies for becoming more unified in your relationships or marriage? Join us on this episode where we discuss some principles of growing together in unity and love. Hint - Communication is a big part.
"If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." Albert Einstein
Philippians 2:1-5 "Look at how much encouragement you’ve found in your relationship with the Anointed One! You are filled to overflowing with his comforting love. You have experienced a deepening friendship with the Holy Spirit and have felt his tender affection and mercy. So I’m asking you, my friends, that you be joined together in perfect unity—with one heart, one passion, and united in one love. Walk together with one harmonious purpose and you will fill my heart with unbounded joy. Be free from pride-filled opinions, for they will only harm your cherished unity. Don’t allow self-promotion to hide in your hearts, but in authentic humility put others first and view others as more important than yourselves. Abandon every display of selfishness. Possess a greater concern for what matters to others instead of your own interests. And consider the example that Jesus, the Anointed One, has set before us. Let his mindset become your motivation." (The Passion Translation)
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When you are in a relationship, how do you support and encourage your partner? Join us as we discuss this topic and explore some strategies. Also, what does that support and encouragement look like when one of you is struggling at the moment?
John 16: 33 "And everything I’ve taught you is so that the peace which is in me will be in you and will give you great confidence as you rest in me. For in this unbelieving world you will experience trouble and sorrows, but you must be courageous,[a] for I have conquered the world!”[b] (The Passion Translation)
- a.16:33 Or “cheer up!”
- b.16:33 Jesus has taken away the power this world has to defeat us and has conquered it for us. Peace is resting in his victory
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What does your time of waiting and preparation look like? In this Episode, we look at what it means to wait on the Lord. What does our attitude look like? What do our prayers sound like? Do we prepare for the next step while we wait?
Isaiah 40: 31 "But those who wait on the Lord
Shall renew their strength;
They shall mount up with wings like eagles,
They shall run and not be weary,
They shall walk and not faint." (NKJV)
John Gray // He Who Finds A Wife // 2016 - YouTube
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In this episode, we share with you some of the tools we used to build a solid foundation in our marriage. Both of us being married before, we know how to do relationships wrong and we wanted to shift our lives, mindsets and hearts on how to do them more right.
So, sit back, grab a pen and paper, and hopefully you get some nuggets of your own to use to make whatever relationships you have, better, stronger and help in standing the test of time. Enjoy the journey!
What does it feel like when you are uncomfortable? What do you do with it? Join us in our discussion on being uncomfortable and using it for growth. We also talk about standards, commitment, and "motivation".
1 Corinthians 13:11 - "When I was a child, I spoke about childish matters, for I saw things like a child and reasoned like a child. But the day came when I matured, and I set aside my childish ways." (The Passion Translation)
Book - Questions for Couples Journal (affiliate link)
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Join us on this episode where we discuss what it means to wait on God's timing and change.
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Happy Christmas from us to you! Please enjoy this message of the Gift of His Presence before you enjoy your other presents. May your soul feel its worth with the gift of Jesus this season.
Isaiah 9:1-7 "Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the nations, by the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan—
The people walking in darkness
have seen a great light;
on those living in the land of deep darkness
a light has dawned.
You have enlarged the nation
and increased their joy;
they rejoice before you
as people rejoice at the harvest,
as warriors rejoice
when dividing the plunder.
For as in the day of Midian’s defeat,
you have shattered
the yoke that burdens them,
the bar across their shoulders,
the rod of their oppressor.
Every warrior’s boot used in battle
and every garment rolled in blood
will be destined for burning,
will be fuel for the fire.
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Of the greatness of his government and peace
there will be no end.
He will reign on David’s throne
and over his kingdom,
establishing and upholding it
with justice and righteousness
from that time on and forever.
The zeal of the Lord Almighty
will accomplish this." (NIV)
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In this week's episode we talk about different communication strategies. One of those strategies includes the 5 Love Languages, and how they can apply to relationships. How can we get to know those around us better so that we can communicate better?
1 Corinthians 9: 19-23 - "Though I am free and belong to no one, I have made myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), so as to win those under the law. To those not having the law I became like one not having the law (though I am not free from God’s law but am under Christ’s law), so as to win those not having the law. To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings." (NIV)
5 Love Languages - https://www.5lovelanguages.com/
Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
In this latest episode we discuss what it means to be content in the current season. What does contentment look like? What does it not look like? We also explore the possible pitfalls of seeing, and attaching, to potential in someone else. Be comforted in what God has planned for your life, and nurture the seed of greatness within you to realize the full potential of Heaven. Knowing that God is enough to provide a path, the strength, and the wisdom for us in all we do, as long as we listen. There is also a special appearance by Sebastian to give us his take on being content.
Philippians 4:11-12 "Not that I speak from [any personal] need, for I have learned to be content [and self-sufficient through Christ, satisfied to the point where I am not disturbed or uneasy] regardless of my circumstances. I know how to get along and live humbly [in difficult times], and I also know how to enjoy abundance and live in prosperity. In any and every circumstance I have learned the secret [of facing life], whether well-fed or going hungry, whether having an abundance or being in need." (AMP)
NOTE: Abraham was 99 and Sarah was 89 when they were given the promise of a child. Genesis 17:17 "Then Abraham fell on his face and laughed, and said to his heart, 'Will a son be born to a 100-year-old man? Or will Sarah—who is 90 years old—give birth?'"
Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
In this episode we discuss what it means to be Undivided. What does that look like and sound like? We break down the meaning of the word and explore how it applies to our lives and relationships. Things in life may not always go as planned, but we stand together and fight alongside each other. Nothing will be able to separate us from each other.
Genesis 2:24 "This is why a man leaves his father and his mother and clings to his wife; and they become one flesh." (TLV)
Romans 8:38-39 "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (NIV)
We pray that this week you have clarity and peace in your days. That you strengthen the undivided bond that you have with your spouse, family, close friend, or significant other. That you are able to have those deep, meaningful conversations that will carry you through the years.
Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
In this episode we discuss what it means to be upfront in different areas of your life. With communication, relationships, and boundaries, we have learned that being upfront with your voice and expectations, we can avoid some of life's pitfalls. Being upfront is not being confrontational or aggressive, it is being honest with yourself and those around you.
We referenced the following Scriptures in this episode:
- "But let your word 'Yes' be 'Yes' and your 'No', 'No' - anything more than this is from the evil one" - Matthew 5:37
- "But above all, my dear brothers and sisters, do not swear - either by heaven, or by the earth, or by any other oath. But let your 'yes' be 'yes,' and your 'no,' be 'no' - so that you may not fall under judgement." - Jacob(James) 5:12
Scriptures are taken from the Tree of Life Version (TLV) of the Bible.
Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Join us as we discuss the topic of super heroes and why they can be so attractive. Did you know that you could potentially have some of these powers inside you?
Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
In this episode we introduce ourselves and explain our plans for our podcast. Here you will learn the reason behind the name and the heart of why we are doing this project.
Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com