Abide and Thrive Podcast

Marriages are like plants; they need to be fed! Drew and Kelsea discuss a number of ways they have poured into their marriage over the years. This episode is less of a "how to" and more of an inspirational resource to help other marriages feed the plants of their own relationships. To support the Abide & Thrive podcast, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate Libby App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/libb...

Drew and Kelsea have a conversation about the importance of honesty in relationships, particularly with those who are married. To support Abide & Thrive, visit https://abide-and-thrive.org This episode is sponsored by https://wagnersportschiropractic.com

Drew and Kelsea have a conversation about the importance of holy marriages. Why? Because marriage is so much bigger than the 2 people in them. Drew and Kelsea share why it might matter for Christians to pursue marriages that look starkly set apart from the rest of the world. To support the Abide & Thrive podcast, visit https://abide-and-thrive.org This episode is sponsored by https://wagnerspo...

Kelsea reflects on an impactful realization she had while reading a familiar Bible story. She and Drew then discuss how God often brings provision through difficult circumstances. If we are new to the faith, or come from rigid religious circles, hard times can feel like heavenly punishment for our own mistakes or shortcomings. However, Kelsea's reflections reveal more insight and depth to God's ch...

A lack of emotional submission to the Father can actually leave us vulnerable to the temptation of lust, specifically in pornography. Drew and Kelsea spend time discussing why living fully surrendered to God matters in our fight against sin. In fighting pornography, lines of defense, like accountability partners, porn-blocking apps, and removing phone access are all beneficial, AND we must also gu...

Drew and Kelsea start by openly talking about how they struggled recording this episode due to their own negative thoughts. 2 Corinthians 10:5, Philippians 4:8, & 1 Peter 5:8 are all referenced. This is a Spirit-inspired episode discussing something that may seem trivial, but can be pivotal for our lives and relationships. One battlefield Satan attacks us is our minds, so it is imperative for...

Proverbs 16:24 says "Kind words are like honey - sweet to the soul and healing to the body." Drew and Kelsea model what it looks like to speak kind, healing words over each other. The hope is, by hearing this, listeners might be inspired to speak kind, healing words over spouses and loved ones in their lives as well. If this episode encouraged you, consider sowing into this podcast and v...

Drew and Kelsea share thoughts on how to seek peace. They discuss what it looks like to be open to peace, speaking to each other and about each other in ways that would promote and protect peace. Other things talked about are vacation, pouring into their marriage, serving together, seeking peace in harsh work environments, and talking kindly about one's self to promote peace. To support this podca...

Drew and Kelsea welcome you to Season 3 of the Abide & Thrive podcast! Throughout the episode they discuss how they have seen God at work in their own hearts over the past two years. All of this is shared so listeners can apply it to their own situations and walks with God. To support Abide & Thrive, visit https://abide-and-thrive.org This episode is sponsored by https://wagnersportschiropractic.c...

Drew and Kelsea discuss healthy ways to sustain a long distance dating relationship. Want to support this podcast? abide-and-thrive.org/donate Instagram: abide.thrive

Drew & Kelsea talk about a few things they are actively learning in their marriage of 10.5 years (apologizing more authentically, growing in Christ doesn’t stop, leaning into the present good of marriage, and appreciating being best friends). Why won’t you apologize? - Harriet Learner  https://a.co/d/4l3Ghby Want to support this podcast? Visit  abide-and-thrive.org/donate  Instagram  https://w...

Drew and Kelsea share a compassionate conversation about how hard waiting in a period of singleness can be. They offer empathetic suggestions and share resources. But mainly, they practice "seeing" those in the waiting. The 7 Myths of Singleness - Sam Allberry https://samallberry.com/books Good Plans - Red Rocks Worship https://youtu.be/O-3lMrhm8HQ?si=TbkfSJekJWWb6rr0 Psalm 139 If you would like t...

Drew and Kelsea share a handful of their testimonies witnessing God being a faithful provider. To support this podcast, please donate to: www.abide-and-thrive.org/donate

Drew and Kelsea teach from Proverbs 2 to help listeners make wise decisions in any given circumstance. Want to support this podcast? Visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

In a world of hurry and busy, we are called to be intentional with slowness and rest. Drew and Kelsea spend time in this episode talking about what they are learning on their journey of stillness. To support this ministry, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate Book mentioned: Practicing The Way by John Mark Comer For further study read the following: To Hell With The Hustle - Jefferson Bethke Praying...

In this episode, Drew and Kelsea offer green flags that come directly from the Bible! May this content be helpful for all your relationships, romantic or not. To support this podcast, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

The Bible is full of relationship advice. In this episode, Drew and Kelsea offer a number of relationship red flags right out of the Bible. To support this podcast, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

In this episode Drew and Kelsea discuss the following questions about dating, that all ultimately land with discernment: What age is best to start dating?  How long should I date before getting married?  What age should I get married?  What are some ways to keep your relationship spiritual?  How do you bring God back into the dating process if he has faded?  How do you start a conversation with a...

Drew and Kelsea discuss what Disciples of Jesus are to do about slander. To support this ministry, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate Major scripture of influence: 1 Peter 2

Drew and Kelsea discuss how they learned to pray for their future spouse, long before they ever met each other. They also briefly talk about the booklet they wrote "Prayers For My Future Spouse." Booklet link: https://a.co/d/3ImC3dk Support this podcast: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

Drew and Kelsea unpack different aspects of dating well. Culture is full of advice in this area, but it can be hard to discern what is spiritually beneficial. Hopefully, this episode will be helpful for those seeking to date more wisely. To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

Life is full of a million little moments that matter, though we don't often give them mind. Drew and Kelsea spend time talking about small moments of significance in their lives, and why these are important to their relationship. To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

A follow up to the previous episode where Drew talked about lust in singleness. Now, Drew and Kelsea both continue the discussion about walking in step with the Spirit, and also explore lust within marriage. To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

Kelsea asks Drew questions about his experience navigating lust. Porn research and resource websites: https://www.covenanteyes.com https://fightthenewdrug.org https://exoduscry.com To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

Drew and Kelsea reflect on a song that has held a lot of meaning recently, pertaining to having a slower pace. The Slower I Go - SEU Worship, Chelsea Plank https://youtu.be/rBFqlf3HZSo?si=SeF9UxM3w395nlNf To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate