Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One

#68: No one goes through life without experiencing some hurt. Do you know how to process these hurts in a healthy way? When you feel hurt, do you implode or explode? Sometimes it’s tempting to let the little hurts slide, but that’s not healthy either. In this episode, Kim is teaching a skill that’s important for single women to know: processing hurts in life. The ability to handle the hurts you fe...

#67: Are you impressed by a guy that’s younger than you? Deven can relate!  In this episode, Deven tells the story of how she loved her husband before she even had one. As a bonus, her husband Easton is joining in on the conversation too! We're going to find out about how they met, how Easton got the courage to ask Deven out, and what Deven thought when this younger guy started pursuing her....

#66: Have you ever spent time with a guy and noticed a connection and some chemistry, but then you were really puzzled why he never called or did anything about it? In this episode, Kim shares four reasons why he may not calling to ask you out. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book Adrienne’s instagram Leah’s instagram Kim’s instagram

#65: Being around good, godly men can change the way we view guys and relationships. Getting to know godly men can change our standards as young women. We begin to think: “I want a guy like that!” We want you to know that good guys are out there. In this episode, our friend Blake shares about his passion for hospitality and gives practical tips to begin practicing hospitality in your season of lif...

#64: Are you thinking about joining a bible study? Not sure if it’s worth your time or if you even have time? Heather can relate! Listen to her experience of how bible study is definitely worth it and how it will transform you in ways nothing else will. We think you’ll walk away excited to be in a bible study this fall! And, for those who are taking steps to lead a bible study, you’ll love hearing...

#63: Being around godly couples as a single woman can be a difference-maker. Hopefully, you have some couples in your life that you look up to & learn from, but we want to provide some for you as well! In today’s episode we visit with Logan & his new fiancée, Lindsey. Our regular listeners know Logan because this podcast was his idea & he produces it every week! Logan & Lindsey bot...

#62: Do you have a crush? Crushes are a normal part of the single girl life, but they can also be really hard to manage! Is it right or wrong to have a crush? Is your crush healthy or unhealthy? How do we handle crushes as aspiring godly women? Welcome Leah, our newest addition to the podcast team, as we discuss all things crushes! Keep up with Leah , Adrienne & Kim   Leah's episode: I Wa...

#61: Kim Eppler has served faithfully on the podcast team for the past two seasons, and in season 2 she shared her incredible  love story  about flying to Tokyo for their first date. We asked her to get back on the mic this week for her farewell episode before she launches out into her next chapter of life. In this episode, she opens up about facing her biggest trial. Where should w...

#60: Years ago, before it was a book or podcast, "Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One" was a breakout session at a student conference. Madison, our guest on this episode, was there at that first breakout. As a single woman, she began taking steps to love her future husband. Now, as a married woman and new mom, she shares some of the choices she's glad she made as a single woman....

#59: Do you have a spiritual mentor? Do you desire to have one? Would you like to be one someday? Spiritual mentoring can make a huge difference in our lives because life change happens most within our relationships with others.  In this episode, Kim and Adrienne talk with one of Kim's personal mentors, Trish Carruth. Hear from personal experience what spiritual mentoring is like and get...

In this bonus episode, Heather answers more of our questions about what it means to be “busy at home” and what that has looked like for her as a wife, mom, Bible teacher, and university professor. 

#58: Why does God tell women to be "busy at home" in Titus 2:4-5? Does God want me to stay at home all day? Isn't that idea out of date? Even offensive? Does it apply to single women too? What does it mean for me? If these are questions you've asked before, we think you'll enjoy this episode. We're honored to have Dr. Heather Walker join us on the podcast this week! She is a wife, mom, Bible...

#57: We had to change things up this week in our regular podcast format, but we think you will enjoy this episode! A few months ago, my husband Sean & podcast producer Logan held a relationships Q&A discussion with a group of aspiring young men. We are posting it this week for you to listen to! If you have ever wondered what the good guys are thinking & asking, this is your chance...

#56: What does it look like to have a healthy view of your sexuality as a single person? Why did God give us sexual desires? Is sexual desire the same as lust? Who has the responsibility to maintain purity in a relationship? Charlie and Heidi Loften join us this week to discuss these significant questions. If you have experienced shame from your sexuality, or if you want a biblical view of these t...

#55: Often we envision what our lives will be like, and we start creating expectations in our minds and hearts. We start forming a timeline in our heads of how our career, marriage, and family will play out. As followers of Christ, we feel that if we follow God and live an obedient life, things will go as expected. But, what if our lives are different than we planned? What if God gives us unexpect...

#54: Have you ever wondered what Easter really means, or what it has to do with your life?  Easter is around the corner, and it means a lot more than bunnies and baskets! In this episode, Logan joins us for a discussion on the Good News that Easter brings. It has life-changing power for today and for our future. Whether you've been a Christian for years or you're just exploring your faith, th...

#53: Does your life look different than you have planned? Do you often compare your life to others? The contentment battle is won or lost in your mind. If you can win this battle now, you will thrive as a single woman (and later as a married one!). Today, our guest is Jena. She's a single woman who has been a bridesmaid in sixteen weddings. Jena has a lot of seasoned wisdom to offer,&nbs...

#52: Finding it hard to meet someone? What if you needed to find someone who wanted to be a tribal missionary? In this episode, we are talking with Sean and Jinny Richards. They live and work among a tribal group on a remote island in Papua New Guinea. As a young man, Sean began looking for a woman who was "holy, hot, and willing to live in a hut." You'll learn more about their love...

#51: Take Leah's diagnostic test and find out! Insecurity is a feeling many of us experience several times a week--if not every single day! Join us in our discussion with Leah as we share our own insecurities and how to deal with them. Listen in as we talk about the most common areas young women experience insecurity, how to identify when you feel insecure, and how to speak truth over our ins...

#50: What if God did something crazy and wonderful to introduce you to your spouse? After hearing RJ and Kim 's story, you'll believe that He can do anything! Years ago, Kim had no idea that her mission trip to a city of two million people would set into motion a series of events that would bring her future husband to her doorstep. When God's involved, anything is possible! We hope their...

#49: This week we are talking about a super important topic: Alcohol. When it comes to alcohol, have you ever found yourself just feeling unsure what it really looks like to honor God in this area? Does God actually have anything to say on the subject: Is it okay? Is it wrong? Why? Or why not? Whether you are a recovering party girl or the girl who has never had a sip, this podcast is for you! Reg...

#48: Our culture encourages us to explore our sexuality through pornography and masturbation. We're told porn will "help" our future marriage as we discover what we enjoy sexually. But, what if that's not true? What if there are some important things that we aren't told about porn? Our guest this week is Joy Skarka .  As a young woman, she experienced sexual trauma and turned to porn to...

#47: Being around good, godly men can change the way we view guys and relationships. Getting to know godly men can change our standards as young women... We begin to think: "I want a guy like   that ! " We want you to know that good guys are out there. We want you to know what they're like and what kind of girl they're looking for. In this episode, our friend Tyler opens up and shares with us...

#46: This week on the podcast we are addressing a question we hear a lot: “What if I’m just not in to the great godly guy who asked me out?” or “What if I just see him as a friend?” Our guests this week are Alex and Jeffery Coffman. After their first date Alex felt confident that she only saw Jeffery as a friend. To find out what happens next, you’ll have to tune in to this week's episode! Adrienn...

#45: For single and married women, money can cause a lot of stress. Conflict over money is one of the main reasons marriages fall apart, so why not use your single years to grow in your money managing skills? You will enjoy your single years more and increase your odds for a happier marriage later by learning good money management skills now. Chris Haas joins us in this discussion. He is the found...