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Many questions come up about what is our purpose: Who are we; Who am I; What should I/we be doing? Our purpose is found in God, He is our purpose. Our identity and purpose is found in Him, not in what we do or don't produce. Often times, people try to complicate things and struggle over the small details, but God just wants us to chase after Him and serve Him. Once we sort that out, the details wi...

Listen in as we have a conversation with our great friends Eric and Loree Thomason. They have been married for 30 years and they wanted to share some of their wisdom with us, and you. Eric and Loree have had their share of ups and downs, and they talk through some strategies and principles that have kept them strong and focused throughout their marriage. Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Musi...

We talk a lot about communication. Often times, we try to simplify it by saying that we need to get out of our own way and talk it out. Communication is the bedrock for a strong marriage, or relationship. At times you need to have the tough, sometimes ugly, conversations to build trust, so that you can have the ugly conversations to build trust. Listen in as we talk about strategies and practical...

On this week's episode we look at the question of "How do you renovate a new house?" We looked at this question from two different angles - 1) Are we talking about an actual house?; and 2) Are we talking about a new, or changing, marriage? Join us as we talk this through and give our thoughts and strategies. Matthew 7: 24-27 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and does them will be l...

What does it look like to have different callings or different spiritual walks in marriage? Are these things that should be separate or do they always have to be in sync and together? Come along and take a listen as we talk through some of our thoughts on these questions. Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Equipped Ma...

In this episode, we continue our Relationship Q&A series. This one is about finding balance in your marriage, or relationship, if one of you is an extrovert and the other is an introvert. We dive into this topic looking at ourselves and our marriage, and give strategies on how to explore each others' personalities and how to successfully live out life together. Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journe...

On this week's episode we're answering viewers questions on sex and intimacy and how to ask what they desire or express what you desire. We're even going to touch on the difference of those 2 things and how you truly need a healthy basis of communication  in both to help make a solid foundation in this area of marriage.  Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Iver...

We reached out to our listeners for questions, and you responded with some great ones. Thank you! We looked at two of your questions for this week's episode, and they both have to do with differences in church attendance while being married: 1) What if you and your spouse attend different churches?; and 2) What if you attend church in person, but your spouse watches church online since they don't...

Join us as we talk with our friends Dustin and Torrie Weedman, They share their amazing story of ups and downs in marriage. Dustin and Torrie become transparent with their story as they give strategies on how to overcome to victory. Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Equipped Man - https://theequippedmanpodcast.buzzsp...

Is it different to parent in the current times, or is it the same as it always has been? In this week's episode, we talk about parenting and what that looks like. We also discuss different ways and tricks that the enemy uses to trap and deceive children, and parents. It is important that we grow boundaries and expectations with our children when they are ready, not just when they reach a certain a...

In this week's episode, we revisit the topic of accountability. Having accountability, together with vulnerability, is important to communication between couples, families, friends, every level. We all need to have people around us that will keep our feet to the fire, and ensure that we are keeping our standards and goals where they need to be. It is equally important for us to be open and honest...

Do you have a blended family? We do. Before we got married, and after, we did our best to work out how to be successful in our blended family, and what would work best for us. Many questions come to mind with blended families like traditions, vacations, schools, and discipline. Some topics are easier than others, but they all add to the outcome. We also talk about what leads to many blended famili...

In this episode we take a journey to explore accountability. What does that look like? What does it not look like? Accountability should be encouragement, based in love. It should not manifest itself in nagging or negative criticism. Remember, you are on the same team and want the best for each other. Colossians 3: 16-17 "Let the word of Messiah dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one an...

Happy 2023! It is a new year on the calendar, but what does that mean for us? People don't change with the calendar, they take steps and actions to affect change in their lives, families, and marriages. Communication is a great strategy and tool for improvement, and we all need to embrace it, no matter your location or circumstance. We also talk about some of the projects that we will be working o...

We know that with God, we are never too far gone or lost. Can the same be said for your marriage? Join us this week as we talk with a great couple, Stuart and Patty Noel. They have experienced many ups and downs in marriage, and have come out victorious. "Date night is for Connection." - Patty Noel Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silverm...

To every action, there is a consequence. Sometimes good, sometimes not good. If we are walking and talking in Kingdom principles, there is a better chance of a good outcome. Deuteronomy 28: 9-14 "God will form you as a people holy to him, just as he promised you, if you keep the commandments of God, your God, and live the way he has shown you. All the peoples on Earth will see you living under the...

In Episode 52 we are discussing what being all things to all people looks like. Can we keep our foundation, our standards, even our personality and reach people outside of our personal preference? Jesus did it all the time, and we want to learn how to do that too.  Come along this week and listen to some things that Dean'na has implemented in her time teaching and what we have done as a couple and...

Life will throw obstacles and thorns at us every day, how do we handle it? In our latest episode we talk about speaking life in those situations, and all areas of our lives. It doesn't matter if it is our spouse, children, friends, co-workers, job, or finances, we should be speaking life over all of them. How we speak sows seeds, and those seeds will bear fruit. What fruit is growing in our life?...

Episode 50! Thank you so much to all of our supporters! This has been a wonderful, and educational, journey so far, and we look forward to much more. What does it mean to carry your mantle? What does that look like? It is different for all of us, because we all have different roles to play in life and in the Kingdom of God. If you take on the mantle of something such as a profession or an importan...

1 Corinthians 15:55-56, "Death, where is your victory? Death, where is your sting?"  That's what we're talking about this week. When we lose someone in our lives, grief is a natural response. But when we're in the Kingdom of God, grief looks a little different. Come along with us in this week's episode, as Dean'na lets us in on her lessons of grief.  Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https...

As we go about life (shopping, church, gatherings, etc.), and we encounter people, do people notice that we are married? The Bible says that others will know that we are believers because of our love for one another, but will they know that we are married? I know that our rings are an outward sign that we are, but do we act like it? Join us as we explore what being married might look like. John 13...

Join us as we talk about what it means to have a covenant of marriage. We look at what covenant means, and what that can manifest in our lives. Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Equipped Man - https://theequippedmanpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share

When you are in a marriage, or other relationship, having a heart of service is a key to success. How do you gain that heart of servitude? What does it look like? Join us as we look at what it means to be a servant to your spouse, and your family. Ephesians 5: 21-33 "21 Out of respect for Christ, be courteously reverent to one another. 22-24 Wives, understand and support your husbands in ways that...

In this week's episode we are talking about unity and teamwork. What does your marriage team look and work like? We are also talking about goals and goal setting. It is good to be on the same page with your spouse and work together to find solutions. Matthew 19: 3-12 'One day the Pharisees were badgering him: “Is it legal for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?” He answered, “Haven’t you rea...

Many people want to leave a legacy, but not many people want to put in the hard work to accomplish it. What does it mean to leave a legacy? What are we doing to leave a legacy to those around us? Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Have the Best Week! Enjoy the Journey! Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Equipped Man -...