Nicholas and Janelle Lavender

Beyond the Vow

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Welcome to Beyond the Vow! Beyond the Vow is hosted by Nick and Janelle Lavender and focuses on religious and marital topics. We delve into the ups and downs, the twists and turns, the victories, the struggles, and everything that a couple may encounter as they journey through life and faith together. Habits will be tested, boundaries will be stretched, views will be analyzed, and compromises have to be made. All this and MORE as we go "Beyond the Vow!" You can find us on Facebook by simply searching for "Beyond the Vow".

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Nicholas and Janelle Lavender

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Religion

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Latest episode

Feb 13, 2026

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Episodes

Growth, Grace and the CHM 13.02.2026

In this 83rd episode, Nick and Janelle discuss comments recently made by Bro. Gareth Nickerson and Bro. Rollin Mitchell concerning Salvation and Sanctification.

It's been a while 26.01.2026

Nick and Janelle are back for 2026!

Comments made at Penns Creek Camp 04.08.2025

In this 81st episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss some controversial comments made during the Penns Creek Camp hosted by the God's Missionary Church denomination.

Relearning Desire: The Slow work of Freedom 21.07.2025

In this 80th episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle conclude their three-part series, "Sacred & Scarred: Reclaiming Sex After Religious Shame". Discussed in this episode, can we relearn desire despite past shame, trauma, and other factors?

The Undefiled Bed: But what does that even mean? 23.06.2025

In this 79th episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss Hebrews 13:4 and what a true undefiled marriage bed consists of. Do we understand what true intimacy is? Do we truly understand how to be vulnerable with our spouse? All of this and more in this episode!

Taught to Be Pure, But Not to Be Close 16.06.2025

In this Episode of Beyond the Vow, we discuss how we were told to wait, but we were never told how to enjoy. Let’s talk about what the CHM taught us about sex and what it left out. This is the first of a 3-part series that we are doing for our"Reclaiming Sex After Religious Shame" series.

Overcoming Spiritual Anxiety 09.06.2025

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss overcoming Spiritual Anxiety. Do you question your salvation? Do you feel the constant drive to keep doing more because it's never enough? Can you truly know that you are saved regardless of your feelings? We discuss all of this and more!

Ministry burnout and the pressure to keep going 21.03.2025

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss exhaustion (burnout) that claims pastors and church workers alike. Should we feel pressured to keep going? Should we pace ourselves? Should we set boundaries?

Recap of 2024 and Updates 28.02.2025

In this first episode of 2025, Nick and Janelle are back from the Holidays and discuss everything that has occurred in the past couple of months including some updates and future plans.

The Cycle of Deprogramming from the CHM 26.11.2024

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss the deprogramming period after leaving the CHM. New (non-CHM) churches can feel strange, and we may feel guilt and loneliness. How do we adjust and how long does it take?

Election reaction and a Life change 08.11.2024

In this episode, Nick and Janelle discuss a major change with Janelle's job, a recap of the election, and trusting God when things don't go your way.

The Manual and the Straitjacket 01.11.2024

In this 72nd podcast episode, Nick and Janelle discuss their move to KY, fertility, and Dan Stetler's comments at the 2024 World Changers Conference held at Union Bible College.

How would Jesus Vote? 16.08.2024

In this 71st episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss how Christians should handle politics by looking at the early church. Is the party greater than the Bible? How should we vote?

Join the denomination, or lose your kids! 12.07.2024

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss some recent comments made by Rev. Jeremy Fuller at the Midwest Pilgrim Camp. To prevent your children from becoming worldly or falling into sin, should you join the church or denomination?

Anxiety - The what, the When, and the Answer 15.06.2024

In this 69th Podcast episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss the crippling effects of Anxiety. Do Christians experience anxiety? What caused it and how do we deal with it?

Job change, life updates and Trusting God 07.06.2024

In this 68th episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss how busy they have been recently, a job change for Nick, and the importance of trusting God even when we don't have all the answers.

Janelle's fertility procedure 10.05.2024

In this 67th episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss the details and results of Janelle's fertility procedure.

Interview with Ex-Member of The Church of God Restoration 03.05.2024

In this 66th episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle interview Stephen Nathaniel, a former member of the Church of God Restoration cult. Some of what he shares is heartbreaking and sheds light on some of the terrible things that are happening behind the closed doors of this cult.

Upcoming Guest announcement, Fertility Update and more 26.04.2024

In this 65th episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle announce an upcoming interview with a former member of the Church of God (Restoration) cult. We also discuss an update on our fertility journey, and we talk about trusting God's process even when things don't go quite the way we want them to.

Cult Profiles - Church of God (Restoration) 20.04.2024

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle kick off a new series called "Cult Profiles". In this series, we begin by looking at the "Church of God (Restoration)" and its leader, Ray Tinsman. We analyze their beliefs and compare them to the word of God. Is it a cult? You will be shocked by some of their teachings.

The Hyper-Sexualization of men in the CHM 12.04.2024

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss the hyper-sexualization of men in the CHM. From birth, an extreme focus is placed on what women and girls wear in the CHM. We discuss how this affects Christian marriage and the well-being of a man.

Elizabeth Ferguson - Growing up around the CHM 04.04.2024

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle talk with Elizabeth Ferguson concerning her experiences with the CHM.

Fertility Update, Easter, and other things. 01.04.2024

In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss an update on their fertility journey, Nick's Blood Pressure, Easter, and other items. We should be getting back into a normal routine thankfully!

Vacation, Chick Tracts, and Comic Books 08.03.2024

in this 60th Episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle talk about their cruise vacation, Chick tracts, comic books in the CHM, and more!

Why do they keep doing this? 23.02.2024

Did you know that if you attend a church other than a Holiness church, you won't grow and will backslide? In this episode of Beyond the Vow, Nick and Janelle discuss comments made by various ministers at the Preacher/Laymen convention held by the ICHA (International Conservative Holiness Association) this week. We cover this and other comments that will leave you scratching your head.

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