The VowsToKeep Marriage Podcast

How to Practically Apply the Bible to Marriage: The Beattitudes (Part 1) :: [Ep. 81] We live in a culture that applauds and pushes pursuit of self all in attempt to find satisfaction. And yet, why are so many still dissatisfied? Could it be because so many, Christians included, are pursuing the wrong things for satisfaction? In this week’s episode, The Bible For Marriage: The Beattitudes, David &a...

The Best Weapon for the War on Marriage :: [Ep. 80] "For we are not fighting against flesh and blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places." - Ephesians 6:12 There is a war raging against God-ordained marriage. Do you see it? Can you feel it? We have an enemy and this...

Keeping Score In Marriage :: [Ep. 79] Are you an imitator of Christ or an imitator of the enemy in regards to your spouse? Or for clearer perspective, how do you respond when your spouse messes up or makes a mistake? This week on VowsToKeep, David & Tracy remind us of what Jesus calls us to as a spouse in our relationship and how to be a better imitator of Christ. For more marriage encourageme...

Pre-Marital Affair :: [Ep. 78] For those single and not yet married – this one’s for you! Did you know that you can plant seeds in the years prior to marriage that can positively or negatively affect your marriage? What kind of seeds are you planting today that will inevitably affect your future? Tune in to this week’s broadcast of VowsToKeep to learn how to use your time now wisely so that you ca...

Knock Their Socks Off! :: [Ep. 77] Nothing good in marriage happens accidentally. Being intentional is vital. Tune into this week's episode, Knock Their Socks Off.  David & Tracy remind husbands and wives of the importance of being intentional, even when it's not easy. And they share truth and scripture that will equip you with the insight you need to fulfill one of the highest calli...

Are You Listening? :: [Ep. 76] Do you think you’re a good listener? How would your spouse rank you in terms of listening? Tune in to this week’s episode, Are You Listening?  David & Tracy offer guidance on how to be a good listener and shed light on what within our hearts is preventing us from being the listener we ought to be. For more marriage encouragement, visit www.vowstokeep.com Support...

Lust & Discontentment :: [Ep. 75] Did you know that often times, at the root of lust is discontentment? When our hearts have lost their joy and peace and are dwelling in discontentment, sins like lust can quickly become our escape. We turn to so many ungodly things for rescue - a moment of pleasure to be a kind of medicine for the situation. Tune into this week's episode, Lust & Disco...

How to Take Action Against Depression in Marriage (Part 2) :: [Ep. 74] Are you or your spouse struggling with depression? Have you considered the root cause? If not, you should! Finding the root cause can feel so complex. Maybe you're wondering, WHERE do I even begin?! Tune in for Part II of How to Take Action Against Depression in Marriage. David and Tracy give guidance on where and how to s...

How to Take Action Against Depression in Marriage (Part 1) :: [Ep. 73] Depression is real and many have experienced it. Have you? Has your spouse? Modern medicine and doctors are arriving to the realization that depression is not always a medical issue cured by medication. In fact, for many, their depression is less about biology and more about life choices or circumstances. Many are left feeling...

Exposing Satan's Sex Education (Part 2) :: [Ep. 72] Have you ever wondered why Adam & Eve’s sexuality was one of the first things to be affected upon eating the fruit? Why would the enemy want to go after that?  Tune in for Part 2 of Exposing Satan’s Sex Education.  David & Tracy debunk more myths the enemy uses to “educate” us about sex and remind us of the great TRUTH that a GOOD Go...

Exposing Satan's Sex Education (Part 1) :: [Ep. 71] Join David and Tracy in this 2 part series where they shed light on the enemy's sex eduction. For more encouragement, visit www.vowstokeep.com ! Support the show For episode transcripts, click HERE . For more marriage encouragement, visit: www. VowsToKeep.com | V2K Blog | Marriage Counseling | Insta | FB Apple Podcast listener? Would yo...

How to Keep Your Spiritual Fervor :: [Ep. 70] Sometimes, YOU might be the one in the marriage who is tempted to give up. Throw it all away. Either in your faith or your marriage. Many times, those come at the same time. Know what to do with that temptation. Don’t think you are immune to throwing in the towel. A life faithfully lived in the past doesn’t guarantee you will continue to live it in the...

Have you ever felt hopeless? Or do you see your spouse carrying a burden of hopelessness? Did you know that hopelessness can often be the contributor to a person’s mid-life crisis?  Because of these hopeless feelings, many people, unsuspectingly, make tragic decisions based on the lies they are believing and, as a result, choose death for their lives and their marriages.  In this episode, David an...

Is there a war raging within your marriage and you feel you are the only one who cares to save it?  First, know the enemy would like you to believe that there is nothing more that can be done. But take heart, by God’s power and grace, your marriage can be saved! Secondly, ask yourself this question: Could the mission God has for you be a rescue mission for your spouse’s soul?  In this episode, Dav...

How to Save Your Marriage Alone (Part 2) :: [Ep. 69] How do you save your marriage by yourself? With an amazing God.  God has a great purpose for marriage. And He will provide you what is needed to love and serve your spouse as He has called.  In this Part 2 episode, David and Tracy continue the conversation of how to save your marriage when you’re the only one who cares. They remind us of God’s p...

Spiritual Gifts (Part 5) :: [Ep. 66] Do you know what your spouse's spiritual gift is? Do you know yours? What do you do if you don't agree on the spiritual gifts God uses today within His church? And now that we know how we're gifted, what comes next? Join us in the last part of this 5-part series on Spiritual Gifts in Marriage. Support the show For episode transcripts, click HERE...

Spiritual Gifts (Part 4) :: [Ep. 65] Join David and Tracy of VowsToKeep this week in Part 4 of a 5 part series on Spiritual Gifts: looking at how you can help our spouse grow in their spiritual gift. Support the show For episode transcripts, click HERE . For more marriage encouragement, visit: www. VowsToKeep.com | V2K Blog | Marriage Counseling | Insta | FB Apple Podcast listener? Would you consi...

Spiritual Gifts (Part 3) :: [Ep. 64] In this 3rd part of a series on Spiritual Gifts in Marriage, David and Tracy will talk about how to identify spiritual gifts by noticing what we perceive as negative about them .  Spiritual Gifts are not negative but let's face it, most of us don't know how we are gifted, so we don't use our gift or grow in it over the years.  Continue the journe...

Spiritual Gifts (Part 2) :: [Ep. 63] In this 2nd part of a series on Spiritual Gifts in Marriage, David and Tracy compare and contrast spiritual gifts from talent .   How do we tell them apart?  What’s a spiritual gift as compared to a title you might find in the local church?  It’s clarity on a topic that rarely gets discussed within marriage. Support the show For episode transcripts, click HERE...

Spiritual Gifts (Part 1) :: [Ep. 62] Join V2K for a special series starting this week on Spiritual Gifts.   We’ll study God’s Word together to learn about the gifts He has given and your eyes will be opened to how God wants you to use your Spiritual gift within you marriage and how you can use your giftings together as couple for the Kingdom of God. Support the show For episode transcripts, click...

The Money Talk: There is HOPE! (Part 3) :: [Ep. 61] On a scale of 1 to 10 - within our marriage - are we serving money (1) or are we using it to serve God (10)? That's a great starter question to help us to think through what might need to change when it comes to money in our marriage. Take a listen to the last episode of this 3-Part Series where you'll also be able to dig into these war...

The Money Talk: There is HOPE! (Part 1) :: [Ep. 59] When was the last time you and your spouse sat down and had the $$ MONEY conversation? How did it go? Did you both walk away frustrated? Or did you feel  like you lost a fight or that nothing really changed?  There is HOPE and the two of you can get to a place where you can not only talk about finances but GO FORWARD with a plan that brings unity...

The Money Talk: There is HOPE! (Part 2) :: [Ep. 60] Join V2K for a special series continuing this week about finances.  We’ll talk to the SPENDER spouse, the GIVER spouse, the SAVER spouse and the INDEPENDENT. Which one are you and which one is your spouse? We'll talk about how to watch out for the natural pitfalls for each person and what God’s Word instructs us to do with our natural tenden...

Happy Wife, Happy Life: Fact or Fiction? :: [Ep. 58] Happy Wife, Happy Life ... Fact or Fiction? What a question! I’ve been known to show my wrath to my family if I don’t get what I want. What do you want and how do you show your family you’re not happy with the results? If Mama Ain’t happy, Ain’t Nobody Happy. A similar phrase that’s REALLY handy to throw around when I want someone to give into m...

Trials in Marriage :: [Ep. 57] What’s the biggest trial that has ever come to your marriage? The biggest test of your relationship? The biggest test of your faith in Christ? What’s popped into your head? I react to any kind of trial in the same way: get it away from me...QUICK! But could God have a different purpose in it other than me running the other direction? Today on VowsToKeep Radio, David...