Unrelenting Pursuit

In this episode, we’re diving into two key areas that impact every marriage: emotional intimacy and decision-making. Many couples struggle to connect deeply, not because they don’t love each other, but because they don’t always understand how men and women experience emotional intimacy differently. We’ll also unpack the OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act)—a decision-making framework that can...

The people closest to you have a powerful influence on your character, growth, and life’s direction. Yet, many—especially men—often overlook the importance of investing in this critical area of life. In this episode, we dive into how the people standing beside you shape the person you are inside. We’ll discuss the necessity of building a strong, intentional community, recognizing when relationship...

In this episode, we explore how to keep the true heart of connection alive in your marriage and family during the Thanksgiving season. With all the expectations and traditions that come with the holidays, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters: your connection with God and your spouse. Join us as we discuss how to prioritize love, grace, and mutual respect over perfection, when to let go a...

Manipulation often disguises itself in subtle ways, yet it deeply damages relationships and undermines trust. In this episode, we expose common tactics of manipulation, including: • Emotional Blackmail • Gaslighting • Passive Aggression • Victimhood • Control • Withholding Affection Learn how to identify and address these harmful behaviors—whether in yourself or your spouse—and break free from cyc...

In this episode, we explore how true breakthrough often requires a process of breaking, as God calls us to let go of the things that no longer serve His purpose in our lives.  This journey applies to marriage, too, where compromising on Godly standards can feel like a way to avoid discomfort but ultimately leads us toward temporary relief instead of lasting growth.  We’ll discuss how holding firm...

In this episode, we dive into the subtle, often unnoticed behaviors—micro-rejections—that can slowly create a chasm between you and your spouse.  Join us as we explore what micro-rejections look like, why they’re easy to overlook, and how they can build up over time to erode trust and connection. Learn how to recognize and address these small hurts and ensure you don’t allow this to be an obstacle...

In this episode, we explore three transformative questions from Gary Chapman that can change the course of your marriage:  •What can I do to help you?  •How can I make your life easier? •How can I be a better husband/wife?  These questions, when asked with humility and selflessness, open the door to deeper communication and connection. When you choose to set aside pride, defensiveness, and selfish...

In this episode, we dive into the connection between love languages, respect, and how you both give and receive love. Understanding your own love language, as well as your spouse’s, can radically impact the health of your marriage. We discuss how the way you express love ties into showing respect and how this directly influences your relationship with your spouse and your faith. By aligning your l...

In this episode, we explore the crucial difference between behavior modification and true transformation. While behavior modification focuses on outward actions and temporary change, true transformation comes from Christ and leads to lasting growth. Repentance plays a key role in this process, allowing you to move beyond simply altering your behavior to experiencing deep, genuine change.  Join us...

In this sensitive episode, we tackle the challenging topic of communicating and healing  with your children after experiencing the fallout from an affair. We understand that this is a difficult conversation, filled with emotions and uncertainties.  Join us as we explore: 1. Finding the Right Words– How to approach the conversation honestly and age-appropriately. 2. Emphasizing Love and Security– R...

Men, respecting your wife means more than just making decisions—it’s about valuing her contributions, recognizing her wisdom, and praising her openly. Join us as we dive deeper into how these biblical principles can create a more balanced and fulfilling relationship. Go after strengthening your marriage by speaking your wife’s respect language. We encourage you and your spouse to make every effort...

In this episode, we explore 6 practical ways to build up and empower your husband through respect, trust, and unwavering support that is covered by "Through The Word: Marriage Talks". https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans 1. Let Him Lead– Trusting and following his leadership helps him feel strong and confident. 2. Communicate Trust– Affirm your belief in him, his calling, and his abili...

Join us as we discuss the importance of never letting go! In this episode we dive deep into the power of perseverance in relationships. Every marriage faces challenges, but what sets lasting unions apart is the decision to hold on when times get tough. We’ll explore how commitment, faith, and intentional effort can help you overcome obstacles and build an unshakable bond. Whether you're strugg...

The truth is that you make time for what you prioritize, and that plays out in your spiritual, emotional, and physical health, along with your marriage. You have to create space for connection because the distractions will always be there! The enemy uses the same playbook with all of us, and if he can't deceive us or destroy us, he will settle for keeping us distracted from what really matters...

In the book, " Extreme Ownership ," by Jock Willink he quotes, "It's not what you preach, it's what you tolerate." This caused us both to take a good hard look at ourselves, and areas in our life where this has had an impact. The reality is that what you tolerate...dominates. Challenge for this week is to look inward at what you are tolerating individually, in your marr...

So often, fear can take us down a road that leaves us crippled, trying to be prepared for all scenarios and in control. But that control is an illusion, and instead fear ends up robbing us of our present, and of our future. Stand in God's truth for your life and have confidence in who He is and what He can do. https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BMxsQwDhT6BeouLw12ADC?si=hwGjNrh5TZuuv1CgvQabjg As...

The reality is that every marriage faces stress, and the first responder world has some additional stressors to navigate. HOW you navigate those, who you turn to, your relationship with Christ, how you listen, how you die to self, and how you handle the adrenaline rush will determine the direction of your marriage. Don't be a statistic. You are easily replaceable in your job but not in your ho...

The first responder world is riddled with a high divorce rate, and constant variables that contribute to an unhealthy marriage. We dive into our own experience in this realm as both a team member and spouse, and offer some insight to help protect and bring hope to your marriage. Links: https://thinblue1st.org/mission-%26-vision https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1218&am...

We were so honored to have our daughter on this episode as she shares what saying yes to God has done in your life. There were so many truths that emerged throughout this conversation for your faith, life, and marriage. When God asks you to say yes to something, don't practice delayed obedience, and when He asks you to let go, don't hold on. Life is a series of these decisions and God'...

This is a discussion we had never had before this episode. We openly wrestle through what it looks like to hold both joy and pain together at the same time, and allow you to hear the perspective of both of us and what it looked like to navigate through the first year after our breach in trust. Ultimately, we encourage you to lean into a perspective that changes the outlook of your future and not t...

There are many things that can create obstacles to great sex in your marriage. These include your memories, communication, past trauma, libido, age, changes, stressors, insecurities, and addiction. There are many obstacles, but there is such hope! God can redeem, heal, and restore this area. Don't let anything stop you from reclaiming ground in this area and doing what it takes to get help, wh...

We navigated a lot of topics on this episode that impact your faith and marriage, including what it looks like to live when someone isn't willing or wanting to pursue Christ, and whether you have the ability to mess up God's plan. Here are some practical things discussed that you CAN do to stay in God's will and show Jesus to your spouse. Pray Seek Jesus' will and lay yours down Mo...

We loved getting to know Kelsi and Ryan and to have an opportunity to hear their hearts for helping others navigate through loss and grief. There are principles throughout their story that can be applied to any season of life. The Cole family is a beautiful trio in their photo, but behind the scenes, they hold a story of tremendous loss, resilience, and faith. Their journey together began in 2010...

John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. This verse talks about the physical aspect of laying down your life for someone else, and that's part of it, but Christ laid down His life sacrificially long before He did it physically. What does this mean for you and for your marriage? How could this shift your perspective, change your behavior, and...

Often we hear the struggles of a couple knowing how to navigate triggers, how to share their story, and when/how to share something with their spouse. We dive into this topic today and address areas that can be very difficult to navigate in communication, marriage, and healing. James 1:19 says "My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak...