Chris & Johnna Farrell

Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage

Don't be fooled by the curated podcast cover. This isn't some polished, filtered version of marriage and family life. This is war for truth, for unity, for legacy. Chris and Johnna Farrell, married 12 years with six kids ten and under, bring the raw, the real, and the redemptive. From marriage mishaps to spiritual warfare, parenting chaos to purpose-driven obedience, they expose it all. Not for clicks, but for growth. Yours and theirs. They're not here for small talk. They're not interested in lukewarm faith. They're not sugarcoating the gospel to make it more "palatable."This show is for coup...

Author

Chris & Johnna Farrell

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Education

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Latest episode

Jan 22, 2026

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Episodes

116- Listen If You're Bored 24.02.2022

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

115- Random Night Time Convos 06.01.2022

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

114- When God Says Move 27.10.2021

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

113 - Deepening Family Communication 06.10.2021

In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Author Steve Demme from Building Faith Families. Org & the Building Faith Families Podcast. Listen in as Steve covers practical and biblical advice for us to step up and deepen our family communication through growing our relationship with Jesus and in turn our spouse and kids. Find Steve's Books,Work & Podcast http://www.buildingfaithfamilies.org/ Steve'...

112- 3 Contributing Factors of Depression 23.09.2021

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

111- Kid Hacks, Distractions & Life Lessons 09.09.2021

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

110- Becoming A Man Who Is Leading His Family Well 26.08.2021

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

109- Admitting Failure as a Couple 10.08.2021

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

108- BC: Triggers Author - Amber Lia Interview 21.07.2021

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

107 - Married at First Sight 13.07.2021

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

106- Growing Through Unexpected Adversity 30.06.2021

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

105 - *BONUS* Random Questions for Couples 10.06.2021

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

104 - How to Function in an Incompatible Marriage 10.06.2021

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

103 - Tips for Vacation with Little Kids 02.06.2021

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

102- The Pursuit of Long Lasting Happiness 19.05.2021

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

101- Today's Attack on Truth 14.05.2021

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

100 - Who Said it Would Be Easy? 07.05.2021

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

099- When Tragedy Strikes 29.04.2021

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

098- We Might Lose Listeners For This 14.04.2021

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

097- Feeling Overextended? Know Your Limits 24.03.2021

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

096 - BC: Chapter 23: In-Laws (Need we say more?) 16.03.2021

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

095 - BC: Chapter 13: Overstimulating Our Kids 11.03.2021

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

094 - Who is Speaking Into Your Marriage? 03.03.2021

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

093 - BC: Chapter 9: Handling Our Kids Lying & Deceit 02.03.2021

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

092 - Changing Your Perspective on Respectful Parenting (with Danielle Murphy Faris) 24.02.2021

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