Heal Your Christian Marriage

In this heartfelt episode of The Marriage Architects, hosts Heather and Marc explore one of the most tender transitions in family life, releasing your young adult children into God’s hands. With over 20 years of counseling experience and a foundation rooted in biblical wisdom, they open up about the emotional, spiritual, and relational shifts that come with this season. Anchored in Ecclesiastes 3...

When disaster strikes, it doesn't just destroy homes, it can shake the very foundation of marriages and families. In this heartfelt episode, hosts Marc and Heather offer biblical comfort and practical guidance for couples navigating devastating loss from the Texas floods. Discover how to anchor your marriage in God's promises when everything feels uncertain, practical ways to support each other th...

Some couples are struggling. Others are doing just fine. But what if God has so much more for your marriage ? In Episode 51 of The Marriage Architects, Marc & Heather share how saying yes to God transformed their own callings and purpose to launch a global mission to restore and strengthen marriages everywhere ~ ALL from a Home Depot parking lot! With over two decades of biblically grounded, t...

🎉 We've hit 50 episodes ~ and we're just getting started! We can hardly believe it but here we are, celebrating a powerful milestone on The Marriage Architects podcast! Join Marc and Heather for a joyful and faith-filled conversation as we reflect on where we’ve been, what God is doing right now, and the God-sized dreams stirring in our hearts for the future. From humble beginnings to a global vi...

In this special episode of The Marriage Architects, we’re pulling up a bigger table and welcoming three generations of voices and wisdom! Join Marc and Liz, Heather, her daughter Pastor Annaleah, and baby Sadie Jo (16 months and full of personality!) for a joyful and honest conversation about how having a baby changes a marriage, bringing both new challenges and a deeper connection. Annaleah and h...

In this dynamic and deeply personal episode of The Marriage Architects, Marc and Liz sit down together to share how their marriage evolved with the arrival of each of their four children. From the delivery room to emergency room drama, they open up about the surprising ways the early parenting years shaped their relationship, especially after baby number three, when conflict, stress, and differing...

In this heartfelt episode of The Marriage Architects, we start with a lighthearted look at the familiar journey of love, marriage, and the joys (and chaos!) of baby carriages. But this conversation takes a tender turn when Marc shares the deeply personal story of the two miscarriages he and Liz walked through together. Moments that tested their faith, their marriage, and their hope. We hold space...

Whether you’re newly married or walking in your “’til death do us part” season, THIS summer is for YOU. Join Marc & Heather as they launch our brand-new summer series with an episode all about leaving a legacy of faith, love, and purpose in every season of marriage. God has given us a powerful blueprint in Deuteronomy 6:1-9, known as The Shema — a calling to walk, talk, and live out His blessi...

This episode delves into the profound journey of a couple who overcame personal and marital challenges through faith and commitment. The husband vulnerably shares how God softened his prideful, performance-driven heart and reshaped him into a loving, servant-hearted partner. Meanwhile, his wife opens up about her transformation from insecurity and silence to discovering her God-given voice and con...

In this unforgettable Marriage Story, Marc and Heather sit down with Dave and Pat, a couple who’ve shared over 50 years of marriage, 6 children, and a lifelong pursuit of truth, love, laughter, loss, and each other. Dave came from the wild world of rock-n-roll, while Pat was on a spiritual search—exploring everything from Buddhism to Mormonism to Hinduism—longing to answer the deepest questions of...

In this powerful Marriage Story episode, Marc and Heather sit down with Pastor Bobby and Josie, a couple whose journey is a remarkable testimony of God's radical redemption. Their story began in high school, but it took many unexpected turns before they would discover lasting hope and full time ministry! After dropping out of school and walking through the pain of his parents’ divorce, Bobby spira...

In Part 2 of this powerful series, Marc and Heather continue the conversation on self-awareness by diving into the impact of personality in marriage. Understanding your own personality and your spouse’s can transform your relationship by eliminating needless conflict, deepening communication, and fostering true intimacy. With their unique blend of clinical insight, relational wisdom, and biblical...

In this powerful two-part series, Marc and Heather dive deep into how greater connection and intimacy in marriage starts with self-awareness. Drawing from their extensive clinical, relational, and leadership expertise, Marc and Heather share real stories of how simple shifts in self-awareness have led couples to deeper support, richer connection, and lasting transformation. They encourage eve...

This Easter weekend, Marc and Heather dive into a powerful and hope-filled conversation about the resurrection power available to every marriage, whether it needs a little remodeling or a complete restoration. Just like the 1950s Denver home that Marc and his wife Liz spent the past year gutting and beautifully remodeling, your marriage can be made new through the redeeming love of Jesus. From out...

This Palm Sunday weekend, Marc and Heather draw a powerful parallel between Jesus’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the journey of marriage. Just as Christ entered the city humbly on a donkey, hailed as the King of Kings and the Hope of the World, we enter marriage with high hopes and great expectations. But the road ahead—like Holy Week—is often filled with unexpected challenges, heartbreaks,...

What happens when you seek, ask for, and apply  God’s wisdom  in your marriage? The result is  growth, stability, and the beautiful fruit of the Spirit  in your relationship! In this final episode of our wisdom series on  The Marriage Architects , Marc and Heather dive into the  real benefits  of walking in wisdom together—through every season of life. Galatians...

Wisdom Gives Purpose to Your Marriage A marriage without purpose can feel like two people just going through the motions. But when God’s wisdom is the foundation of your relationship, it gives purpose, direction, and strength to your marriage. In this episode of The Marriage Architects, Marc and Heather explore how wisdom fuels purpose and helps couples build a relationship that reflects God’s pla...

What if the key to a thriving marriage isn’t just love, but God’s wisdom guiding your vision? In this episode of The Marriage Architects, Marc and Heather unpack how seeking God’s wisdom gives us the right perspective on our relationships. When we anchor our marriage in His truth, He ignites our dreams, opens our vision, and secures our purpose in His plan. This is an exciting and hope-filled pers...

It's exciting to have dreams for your marriage ~ but are they inspired by the wisdom of God? Too often couples dream without seeking wisdom, leading to distraction, disconnection, and derailment in their relationship. In this episode, we dive into Proverbs 4 and unpack why wisdom is essential for shaping God-honoring dreams for your marriage. Ask yourself:  Are you actively seeking wisdom for...

Are you seeking godly wisdom to deepen and strengthen your Christian marriage? Well, you're not alone! It's the "Big Ask" of Solomon and God blessed him abundantly! Today's podcast shares how to apply biblical insights, practical tools, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse grow closer to each other and to God. Join Marc and Heather as they unpack timeless wisdom from Scripture,...

 Is your marriage foundation built on sinking sand or a solid rock? Maybe you've been through a storm and just need to get reconnected again? In this episode, Marc and Heather dive into the two types of marriages—one that feels unstable, disconnected, and exhausting, and another that stands firm on biblical principles through all kinds of changes that we all experience. If you feel distant, d...

Breaking Generational Cycles – A Marriage Restored & Legacy Redeemed In this raw and unedited conversation, step into the middle of a heartbreaking discussion about the affects of divorce—only to witness the incredible power of God at work. Through deep struggles, laughter, and sheer desperation, they choose to fight for their marriage, breaking generational cycles of divorce. Marc also shares...

After Valentine’s Day: Taking Love Beyond a Holiday and Including Vision and Purpose for Your Relationship The chocolates are eaten, the flowers are fading—but how’s your relationship after Valentine’s Day? Love isn’t just about one special day; it’s about the commitment to grow deeper every day. In this episode, we’ll look at the powerful conversation between Jesus and Peter in John 21, where Jes...

Valentine’s Day : Love, Laughter & What Really Matters Valentine’s Day is here, and if you’ve ever felt the pressure to make it perfect—this episode is for you! Join us for some much-needed laughter as we share Marc’s hilarious failed attempts at romance (trust us, you’ll relate!). Let’s take the pressure off and get back to the basics of what love truly is and what it can be for your marriage...

We're Kicking Off " Love Month " with Honest, Hopeful & Thriving Conversations about Relationships It’s February— The LOVE Month! And what better way to start than with an honest, humorous, and hope-filled conversation about what it really takes to make your marriage thrive? In today’s episode, we’re diving into what we really wish we would have known early in our own marriages! All the joys a...