Marriage Made in Heaven

If your marriage has started feeling more like roommates managing logistics than partners building a life together, this episode is your fresh start. You don’t need a crisis to begin again, you can reconnect, rebuild, and strengthen your marriage right now , God’s way. Today, we’re walking you through the belief shift , the daily habits , and the simple changes that bring passion, connection, and...

What you believe about your marriage is what you will eventually build. In business, you already know this. You believe you’ll hit the goal, so you plan, you act, you stretch, you invest. But in marriage? So many leaders quietly lower the bar: “Marriage is just hard.” “This is just how it is now.” “We’re too busy for more.” “The passion always fades.” And then they wonder why their home life feels...

If we’re honest… it’s a whole lot easier to point the finger than it is to look in the mirror. But if there’s one thing we’ve learned in marriage, it’s this: Relationships don’t fall apart because of big blowups. They fall apart when no one takes responsibility. In today’s episode, we’re tackling two of the most underrated (but most transformative) marriage skills: Self-control and self-awareness....

In this heartfelt episode of Marriage Made in Heaven , we're talking about what it really means to dream big together and how supporting your spouse’s passions can reignite joy, connection, and purpose in your marriage.  You’ll hear: Why discouragement and negativity can quietly destroy intimacy and trust How cheering each other on leads to deeper fulfillment and unity The connection between...

In this heartfelt episode of Marriage Made in Heaven , we're unpacking one of the most quoted yet misunderstood scriptures about love, 1 Corinthians 13. It’s the verse that shows up at every wedding, but how often do we actually live it in our day-to-day marriage? From forgiveness and patience to emotional maturity and servanthood, this conversation dives deep into what real, biblical love lo...

When was the last time you and your spouse actually dreamed together ? In today’s episode, we're unpacking what it means to have God’s vision for your marriage, not just goals, but a Kingdom-driven purpose that shapes every decision, prayer, and plan. We're sharing practical ways to strengthen your marriage by celebrating wins, addressing weaknesses, forgiving quickly, and speaking life...

In this honest and faith-filled conversation, we unpack one of the most common struggles they see in marriages today: the trap of being too busy to truly connect. From chasing success to juggling work, business, and family, it’s easy to let busyness steal your peace, your purpose, and your partnership. They dive into biblical truth and practical strategies for setting boundaries, creating balance,...

This week, Joshua and Ali dive deep into one of the most powerful biblical principles for marriage, love and respect, straight from Ephesians 5:33 . Husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loves the church. Wives are called to respect their husbands. When both are lived out intentionally, it creates a strong, unshakable foundation for a marriage made in heaven . From real stories of thei...

In this heartfelt and practical episode, Joshua and Ali dive deep into one of the most powerful keys to a thriving, God-centered marriage: forgiveness. Whether you're navigating postpartum chaos, travel stress, leaky pipes, or just the everyday tension of life together, being quick to forgive can turn a 10/10 conflict into zero in a moment.  They share real stories from their off-the-grid adv...

This week we unpack why joy is a choice and how laughter acts like medicine in your marriage (Proverbs 17:22). From ditching unrealistic expectations to practicing playful connection, we share simple habits that keep your home light, loving, and led by the Holy Spirit, no matter the messes, schedules, or grease-fire burgers life throws your way. What You’ll Learn The theology of joy in marriage: W...

Building a business and a marriage is already a lot of work. Add in babies, toddlers, and all the chaos of raising littles and it can feel impossible to balance it all. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how we’ve learned (sometimes the hard way!) to support each other’s careers while raising four young kids. From ramen noodle budgets and long-distance PhD seasons to explosive busi...

Finances are one of the biggest stressors in marriage and we’ve lived it firsthand. In this episode, we open up about losing a multimillion-dollar business, the lessons we learned about financial planning, and the strategies that helped us rebuild peace and unity in our marriage. From knowing your numbers and setting a financial plan, to investing wisely, and even watching the words you speak over...

In this week’s Marriage Made in Heaven podcast, Joshua and Ali get real about the three keys every marriage needs to thrive: passion, protection, and provision. From weekly date nights to guarding intimacy and supporting one another emotionally, this episode will encourage you to pursue your spouse with fresh intentionality and keep your marriage rooted in God’s design. If you’ve been craving more...

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of our Marriage Made in Heaven groups, where couples are experiencing real breakthroughs by getting transparent and leaning into God’s wisdom. We share the top three struggles that nearly every couple faces (intimacy, finances, and communication), and the powerful story of one spouse who found freedom through confession and transparency. You’ll learn...

What does it actually look like to keep your marriage “in heaven”? In this episode, Joshua and Ali get real about the daily disciplines and spiritual principles that build a marriage rooted in Christ. From showing up at church to carving out Bible + prayer time, walking in humility, and practicing quick confession and forgiveness, this conversation is filled with practical encouragement and raw ho...

In this episode of the Marriage Made in Heaven Podcast , we open up about one of the most challenging seasons of our lives; navigating our daughter’s medical journey while holding tight to faith, family, and each other. When storms come (and they will), your marriage can either fracture under the pressure or grow stronger than ever. Today, we share how support systems, surrendering to God, and int...

In this episode, Joshua and Ali continue sharing one of the most defining seasons of their marriage; a night in the hospital filled with impossible odds, supernatural intervention, and the unshakable trust that God would make a way. From the brink of eternity to the moment they met their miracle baby girl, this story is overflowing with God’s goodness, provision, and power. Timestamps: 0:00 – 1:05...

0:00 – Intro: What Fakebook Doesn’t Show You Ali and Joshua kick off the episode by calling out the social media highlight reel and setting the stage for a raw, faith-filled conversation on unity through suffering. 1:29 – Early Marriage & First Miscarriage Just 8 months into marriage, they face their first miscarriage. Ali shares her shock and grief; Joshua responds with worship and the power...

00:00 – 01:12 | Intro: Our 5-Day Dating, 7-Week Engagement Story Ali and Josh set the stage with their whirlwind love story and how their honeymoon season never ended (just with more laundry and fewer naps). 😅 01:13 – 03:25 | Marriage Is Supposed to Be Fun (and Holy) Life = fun. And so does marriage. The goal? Days of heaven on earth built on truth, love, and laughter. 03:26 – 06:05 | Encouraging...

🎙 Welcome + Fun Facts Josh and Ali open with their love story—dating after 5 days, engaged in 7 weeks, and still thriving 16 years (and 4 kids) later. Why this episode is one of their spiciest yet. [01:16 – 04:20] 👰 “Always Fit in Your Wedding Dress” – What Ali’s Mom Taught Her Ali shares the wisdom her mother—a marriage and family therapist—gave her during her wedding dress fitting, and how it s...

0:00 – Welcome Back & A Quick Recap Josh and Ali dive right in with the backstory behind their whirlwind love story—five days dating, seven weeks to marriage, sixteen years and four kids later. 1:35 – Why Making Time to Connect Matters The heart of this episode: why weekly connection (even in short bursts) can radically shift the tone of your marriage. 3:10 – Shared Activities, Even If It’s No...

00:00 – Welcome Back! Ali & Joshua dive into the real-life tension of marriage communication—especially when one spouse is ready to sleep, and the other is ready to talk 🫠 01:20 – When Is the Right Time to Talk? Why timing matters when discussing big topics like finances, parenting, and expectations—and the communication mistake they stopped making. 03:00 – Date Nights Are Not Strategy Meetin...

00:00 – Welcome to Marriage Made in Heaven Ali & Joshua kick off the podcast with laughter, awkward confessions, and the real reason they’re doing this show together. 01:22 – “Smoking Hot Spitzbergen” Enters the Chat Meet Joshua (aka Smoking Hot) and hear how this preacher’s kid was raised in a Spirit-filled church—and why that shaped his whole life. 03:58 – Ali’s Wild Encounter with the Word...