Home and Marriage

You're Not A Bad Parent if... In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we discuss various parenting pressures and share the reassuring message that 'you're not a bad parent if...We explore the anxiety around not buying kids the latest gadgets, not involving them in every activity, and how making the honor roll does not define their children's future.  Additionally, we...

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Every couple has them—the arguments that seem to show up again and again. Whether it's money, parenting, intimacy, in-laws, or feeling overlooked, recurring conflicts can leave you wondering if you'll ever get past them. In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, Lennon and Christal discuss why couples often find themselves having the same fights throughout marriage and why that&a...

In this special Father's Day episode, Lennon shares honest reflections on the joys, surprises, and lessons of fatherhood. From funny parenting memories and favorite Father's Day gifts to deeper conversations about faith, marriage, and raising children with intention, this episode is packed with encouragement for dads in every season. We discuss why conversations matter, how children are...

When you first get married, it's easy to focus on the challenges ahead. You know there will be disagreements, hard seasons, and unexpected struggles. But what if some of the very best parts of marriage are still waiting for you years down the road? In this encouraging episode, we share five areas of marriage that we've personally seen grow stronger after more than 20 years together. From...

In this episode of the Home and Marriage podcast, Lennon and Christal Noland share their experiences and lessons learned from a recent garage sale and highlight the importance of having fun with your spouse. They discuss creative date ideas, the significance of laughter and play in a relationship, and how to keep the spark alive through various stages of marriage. The Nolands also provide practica...

In this episode, we’re talking all about family vacations—the expectations, the reality, and the memories that last long after the trip is over. From camping fights and broken air mattresses to favorite family traditions and meaningful moments with the kids, we share honest stories from our own vacations over the years. We talk about how vacations don’t have to be perfect or expensive to matter, w...

Have you ever looked at your marriage and realized… “We’re not as close as we used to be”? In this episode, we’re talking about the silent drift that can happen in marriage — the slow disconnection that often happens long before couples realize how far apart they’ve become. We discuss the warning signs of drifting, why even good marriages go through seasons like this, and the everyday habits that...

In this deeply personal episode, we share the story of how adoption unexpectedly became part of our family’s journey. What started with a book, a phone call, and a lot of prayer quickly turned into one of the most life-changing and beautiful decisions we’ve ever made. We talk about bringing our youngest daughter home through adoption, navigating the fears and unknowns that came with the process, a...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, we take an honest and encouraging look at the real journey of motherhood—the beautiful, the chaotic, and everything in between. From funny family memories (including a not-so-memorable Mother’s Day meal) to heartfelt reflections on raising kids through every stage, this conversation is full of relatable moments every mom will understand. We talk about the pres...

What is love—really? In a culture where love is often defined by feelings, what happens when those feelings fade? In this episode, we take a deeper look at what love actually is and how it’s meant to function in real relationships. Using the timeless definition found in 1 Corinthians 13, we unpack how love is less about emotion and more about action—choosing patience, kindness, forgiveness, and se...

What if the family you’ve always longed for could start with you? In this episode, we talk about how God can redeem your past and help you build a healthy, Christ-centered home—even if you didn’t grow up with one. Whether your background was full of faith or filled with dysfunction, you are not stuck repeating the same patterns. We share personal stories, practical wisdom, and biblical encourageme...

What do you do when your spouse is the one struggling—and you have to be the strong one? In this episode, we talk honestly about a season in our marriage where anxiety, burnout, and emotional exhaustion changed everything. What started as an exciting new chapter—moving across the country, starting a ministry, and raising young kids—quickly turned into a heavy and overwhelming season that neither o...

Ever wonder who’s more likely to do what in a marriage? Today on the show we  “shake it up” by playing a “Who is more likely to” game with unseen questions across personality, parenting, work/life, and faith, noting differences between the way they think and parent. We discuss apologizing, needing reassurance, carrying others’ emotional weight, trusting God, and spiritual encouragement, and conclu...

Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are living as two individuals instead of one team?  In this Home and Marriage Podcast episode, we talk through how getting sick on a birthday getaway reminded us that marriage requires caring for each other and working together. We share why teamwork starts with a shared vision for marriage, parenting, and the atmosphere of your home, including seeking f...

Helping Your Kids Grow Up: Faith, Character, Responsibility, and Autonomy On the Home and Marriage Podcast, Lennon and Christal Noland discuss helping kids grow up and how parents can unintentionally hold children back by constantly entertaining them, intervening in every conflict, and rescuing them from responsibility and consequences. They encourage parents to let kids experience boredom and pra...

Do we really still need a date night when we are married? Yes we do! And in this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we talk about why date night is a vital commitment that keeps romance alive so marriage doesn’t drift into feeling like roommates. We share how our own experiences with date nights and we explain that the effort matters more than a perfect plan.   Couples who still date are mo...

The Power of Family Meals: Building Connection Around the Table In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we talk about why eating together as a family matters and how it strengthens connection at home. We share a bittersweet parenting season—our oldest is preparing for college visits and our son’s basketball season is nearing the state playoffs—which reminds us how valuable regular family...

It's the little things that make a BIG difference in marriage. In this Valentine’s-season episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we talk about how we’re celebrating Valentine’s Day late and how, almost 20 years into marriage, we’ve learned to value simple choices that keep us connected. From a viral reel by Arthur C. Brooks, we share four small practices that can help even a hurting marria...

Why is it important to give our spouse a break? In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we discuss the importance of giving each other space in a marriage and a couple of great ways to do this is through pursuing personal interests (or hobbies) and friendships. We share personal stories, like Lennon's recent bonding time with our son during his basketball season and Christal's...

Do your kids or teens as you hard questions about God or may have doubts about Him? In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we discuss how parents can handle their children's questions and doubts about God and faith. We share personal stories about our own moments of BIG questions. We emphasize the importance of patience, prayer, and creating an open dialogue about faith in the home...

We all handle stress differently, and marriage brings those differences face to face! In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we discuss the challenges and strategies for managing stress within a marriage. Emphasizing the importance of being supportive  as scripture shows us, we highlight various stress responses such as anger, withdrawal, and unleashing emotions.  We share personal anec...

Every home has a tone, and your words are one of the greatest tools God has given you to shape it. Hey we've all been there and said the wrong things while parenting! But there's hope as always so in this episode we want to encourage you that your words and the tone matters.  We share personal stories of how words from our parents shaped us and how we hope to make our words count with ou...

New Year, New Home? In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, Lennon and Christal discuss the importance of decluttering not just your home but also your mind and heart. They begin by identifying signs of mental clutter and emphasize the impact of that. They share their experience of cleaning up clutter and reflect on the benefits of a fresh start in the New Year. They also explore mental...

New Year Marriage Reset: Reflect, Improve, and Connect In this episode of the Home and Marriage Podcast, we discuss the importance of growth in marriage and introduce a 'New Year Marriage Reset.' We talk about reflecting on what worked well in the past year, identifying areas for improvement, and setting actionable steps to achieve these improvements. We emphasize the importance of effec...