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Difference and Drift. These 2 things can be subtle but deadly for our marriages. Have you discovered some differences with your spouse that have left you discouraged? Do you find yourself drifting further and further apart from your partner? We're so excited to share our conversation with Braden and Kristin Hafner of Family Life Canada about God's hope for our marriages! On this episode you'll hea...

As we have wrestled with what Thursday Thoughts episodes could be about, God has brought some fresh vision! What would happen if, every Thursday, we had the space and time to reflect on God's wisdom from that week's Tuesday teaching and pray that God would bring that wisdom to life in our marriages? On this episode: Aaron shares God's vision from Ezekiel 37 for why this two-part approach might mak...

Have you ever paused to consider, that your marriage matters to more than just you and your spouse? In episode 4 of the podcast, our guest, Dr. John Littlejohn said this: "Marriage is about what glorifies God." On today's episode, we look at why our marriages, although they are for our good, also have deep kingdom significance. We'll hear: How our marriages can be the best "relational apologetic"...

Why is it that our marriages can sometimes feel like the loneliest of places? On this episode, we explore God's heart and design for community and why that is so critical to us having healthy, hopeful marriages. We chat about: How community is part of God's character and how Jesus had community The kind of community God is inviting us into with people outside of our marriages The differences betwe...

Do you struggle with the shame of sexual addiction and brokenness in your marriage? Have you been hiding a pornography addiction from your spouse, even if you know it's destroying your marriage? There is good news: God has not given up on you or your marriage!  Our guest today, Matt Cline of Restored Ministries, has been given an important assignment by God: to help bring hope and healing to marri...

Have you ever felt like you and your spouse were just glorified roommates? Like you are ships passing in the night? We've been there! As God breathes life into our marriages, we're grateful he gives us practices and routines to help us feel more connected and thriving with each other. One of those practices is the weekly check-in. On this episode, you'll learn the importance of this practice and w...

When was the last time you felt "untethered" in your marriage? Lost, disconnected, alone? This happened recently to us. Thankfully, God gave us a way through and his roadmap was Psalm 92.  In this episode, we'll discuss: The transformative power of declaring daily God's steadfast love and faithfulness in your life and marriage How a simple practice can help you feel more anchored in God's love and...

Have you ever felt that when your spouse is listening to you, it only LOOKS like they're listening? That as soon as you're done speaking, they will unleash their advice and their opinions on you? On this Thursday Thoughts episode, we'll discover HOW we listen matters just as much (or more) than the fact that we are listening. We'll also learn: that "listening to understand" is more important than...

"Shame is the most powerful force on the planet, apart from grace." Katie Skurja, founder of Imago Dei Ministries, is an internationally recognized inner healing practitioner, spiritual director and marriage counsellor. We were thrilled and honoured that she could join us in this conversation exploring the devastating power of shame in our marriages and the joy and freedom available in Christ's he...

When is the last time you thanked your spouse? For who they are or for something they did? Has it been awhile? On this Thursday Thought, join Aaron as he explores another tip on creating a healthy marriage with God, this time by looking at the transformative power of gratitude in your marriage. Topics we cover: Why gratitude matters How gratitude can transform your marriage along with some of the...

Do you want to know God's will for your life but you're not sure where to start? Do you want to hear his voice for your marriage but you're not sure what you're listening for? In this episode, we explore what it means to discern God's will in the context of your marriage and how Paul provides some (uncomfortable) direction in Romans 12. "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’...

Are you wanting to bring some health, vitality, new life to your marriage? Are you wanting to have God at the centre of your marriage but aren't sure where to start? Over the next 5 Thursday Thoughts episodes, we'll explore practical ideas of how we can create a healthy, vibrant marriage with God and our spouse.  On this episode, April starts at the very beginning. If you want God at the centre of...

Have you wondered what people mean when they say they want Christ "at the centre" of their marriage? What does it look like to hear the voice of God in our marriage, together and as individuals? In today's episode, we are so excited to welcome our first-ever guest, Dr. John "Adidam" Littlejohn! A deeply loved pastor and internationally recognized musician, John explores with us in this fun and in-...

Welcome to the first “Thursday Thought” of the Living Marriages Podcast! Over the next several episodes, we are exploring our vision statement together: “Create a healthy marriage through encountering the living God.” Today, Aaron reflects on the idea of “creating” in our marriages: Why creating beauty in our marriages so important and why it’s something we rarely think about Why as image-bearers...

On today’s episode, you’ll get to know your hosts of the Living Marriages Podcast, April and Aaron, better! God has given us a crazy and fun story to share: Hear how God brought us together in some rather miraculous ways Discover how God's best for you is WAY better than broccoli flavoured cough syrup We'd love to hear your marriage story as well! Get in touch: info@livingmarriages.com  

Welcome to the Living Marriages Podcast - our first episode ever! Today, you’ll hear about God’s heart for marriage and why we’re joining him on this journey of helping you create a healthy marriage through encountering the living God. We explore: Why our marriage of almost 14 years was doing just “fine” but maybe why fine isn’t all that God has for us. Why, if your marriage isn’t growing, it’s dy...

Has the excitement of your wedding day now faded into the background? Is the honeymoon over and now you’re wondering what’s next? Do you want to live your marriage God’s way but you’re not sure where to start? If you said yes to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place! Welcome to the Living Marriages Podcast. We are April and Aaron Au, marriage coaches. For over a decade, we’ve been...