Awesome Marriage Podcast

We're dropping in today to share a brief overview of our upcoming "Boundaries For Your Marriage" series. We get a lot of questions on the topic, and in this series we will share types of boundaries that can help a marriage, and how to implement them. The series will cover: What boundaries are and why they matter for your marriage, boundaries within marriage, boundaries outside of marriage, how to set boundaries, what NOT to do, plus an episode devoted to answering your questions. Please subscribe to our Podcast Email if you have not already, as we provide application questions to help make each episode applicable to you, as well as other bonus content. We pray this series will be helpful to you and your marriage! *Subscribe to Podcast Email to make sure you never miss an episode. When you sign up, you will get our 4 Week Connection Challenge for free! Plus you will get noteworthy quotes, resources, and more delivered straight to your inbox. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!

It is Valentine's Day! And today we're talking about how to put love in action in your marriage. It's safe to assume you love your spouse - even if they drive you crazy sometimes! But how well do you put your love into action in a way that speaks to them? Showing love to your spouse is not just a once a year thing, so today we're talking about practical ways to do this in your everyday life. We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: What does your spouse want you to do with their love language? What if the spouse doesn't respond well? Is there a name for the "love language" of seeing your spouse engage with the kids? Plus an anonymous listener question about why a spouse never says "I love you" *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! RESOURCES Our Love Cans can help you learn to put love in action in your marriage! Find out what fills your spouse's love tank so that you can intentionally make deposits of that lovin' feeling! 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman Make this Valentine's weekend fun and engaging with a lasting impact with the Online Marriage Retreat!

Whether it's illness, aging, or another physical issue, there are some physical obstacles that can prevent couples from enjoying a great sex life together. Today we address several common physical barriers to a great sex life in your marriage, and provide practical ways to address them and enjoy God's gift of sex in your marriage! Episode highlights include: Steps to resolving any physical barriers that impede sex How to deal with physical disabilities or permanent changes Help with your mindset as it relates to physical changes Does sex have to mean intercourse? We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. Subscribe to Podcast Email to make sure you never miss an episode. When you sign up, you will get our 4 Week Connection Challenge for free! Plus you will get noteworthy quotes, resources, and more delivered straight to your inbox. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! RESOURCES Make this Valentine's weekend special with a lasting impact with the Online Marriage Retreat! Levi & Jennie Lusko podcast episode Celebration of Sex by Douglas Rosenau The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability by Miriam Kaufman Quick and Easy Guide to Sex and Disability by A. Andrews

Abuse of any kind is entirely inconsistent with God's plan for marriage, as described in Scripture. Today Dr. David E. Clarke returns to the podcast to debunk reasons that godly women give for staying with their abusive spouse. Dr. Clarke has counseled so many spouses who have been taught that God wants them to remain with an abuser, so today he explains a clear, biblical basis for separation from an ungodly, unrepentant, narcissistic, or dangerous spouse. Listen to learn about confronting the lies that keep you with an abuser. Episode highlights include: Many wives will stay for the kids' sake. Is that good for the kids? How to know if the spouse is truly committed to change Advice for a spouse who stays because they do not have a job or income of their own Differences between addressing normal marital issues and dealing with abuse We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! RESOURCES Get Dr. Clarke's book, 20 Lies That Keep You With Your Abuser Find all of Dr. Clarke's books and his many helpful resources at DavidEClarkePhD.com We believe a world full of awesome marriages will change the world! Our Marriage Changers get instant access to each monthly resource we create, and much more. Click to learn more about membership! Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 7:15, Matthew 18:15-17, Romans 16:17-18 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 1 Samuel 25 If you are unsafe in your marriage, please contact https://www.thehotline.org/ or 800.799.SAFE

Today Dr. Kim answers the question, "Do Christians have to stay married, no matter what?" We have heard from several listeners who are in difficult, painful and even abusive marriages. Some said their spouse takes advantage of knowing they will continue to stay as a rationale for continuing harmful patterns. This topic is complicated and nuanced, but there are some clear biblical principles about marriage that can help to navigate a response to these painful situations. Listen to learn more. Episode highlights include: Does Scripture support staying with a spouse no matter what Dr. Kim shares why and how he recommends separation Advice to a spouse whose abuser has been enabled by a church or pastor What a loving marriage looks like, just so no one has to wonder! We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! RESOURCES We mentioned some Scriptures in the episode that reveal God's heart for the marriage relationship and his standard of love. This is only a very short partial list. Ephesians 5 1 Peter 3 1 Corinthians 13 Colossians 3:12-19 Even in a difficult marriage, there is no place for violence or any kind of abuse. If you are unsafe in your marriage, please contact https://www.thehotline.org/ or 800.799.SAFE Dr. David E Clarke returns to the podcast next week for help dealing with an abuser. For help more helpful content on the topic, please see Dr. Clarke's books: Enough is Enough 20 Lies That Keep You WIth Your Abuser

We are so happy to be back with a new episode of the podcast in the new year! Today we get to hear the story of a real couple whose marriage was restored after infidelity. Adam and Kristi share the complete story of their marriage, and how God worked through their hardest situation to bring redemption. We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! RESOURCES If your marriage has been affected by infidelity, our online Affair Recovery Course can help. This course is helpful whether you're just starting the recovery process, or are already in process. Use code: "AWESOMEMARRIAGE" for $5 off. Book: Unashamed By Christine Caine Related episodes: Amber and Arly's Restoration Story The Best Way to Affair Proof Your Marriage | Ep. 516

Statistically, odds are not good for a couple processing grief together. Today Kerry and Chris Shook join Dr. Kim on the podcast. In this powerfully encouraging episode, they share how they handled a painful season of grief losing their grandson, Jude, who lived just one day on earth, and how they were shaped, along with their family, through the loss. Kerry and Chris are pastors and co-authors of The Gift of One Day: How to Find Hope When Life Gets Hard. Episode highlights include: Does grief change us, and what does that look like? Seeing God at work when he doesn't seem to answer our biggest prayers How to handle grief when you grieve differently than your spouse does How thinking about "one day" shapes the grief process We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Resources: Kerry and Chris's book The Gift of One Day: How to Find Hope When Life Gets Hard tells the whole story This month's 62 Questions About Sex resource helps you be more intentional and thoughtful about quality and satisfaction in your sex life. Plus it comes with 10 Sexy Bucketlist Challenges, just for fun! Enjoying our monthly resources? Consider becoming a Marriage Changer! Our Marriage Changers get instant access to each new resource we create, plus exclusive bonus content each month! Get bite-sized daily doses of marriage wisdom delivered straight to your inbox with Dr. Kim's Daily One Thing email. As a subscriber, you'll also be eligible for some awesome freebies! Dr. Kim's weekly Marriage Multiplier email brings you 4 pieces of practical marriage wisdom in one quick, easy-to-read free weekly email. Follow Awesome Marriage on Instagram, Facebook and find Dr. Kim on TikTok!

The Christmas season is like no other! Today we're sharing some ways we love to celebrate, our favorite traditions, past mistakes and mishaps, and how we have handled some of the challenges of the season. Plus we get to hear from two very special guests – each of our spouses join us for the first time on the podcast! Episode highlights include: Knowing when it's time to let go of certain traditions Dr. Kim's tips to reduce Christmas busyness PLUS Christmas favorites, challenges and memories with Brian Few & Nancy Kimberling! We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Resources: Our "A Very Married Christmas: Couple's Advent Calendar" is designed to help you slow down and connect through the Christmas season, and is available for a donation of any amount toward our Giving Tuesday campaign! This month's 62 Questions About Sex resource helps you be more intentional and thoughtful about quality and satisfaction in your sex life. Loving our monthly resources? Marriage Changers get instant access to every months' new resource – and so much more! Learn more here. Get bite-sized daily doses of marriage wisdom delivered straight to your inbox with Dr. Kim's Daily One Thing email. As a subscriber, you'll also be eligible for some awesome freebies! Dr. Kim's weekly Marriage Multiplier email brings you 4 pieces of practical marriage wisdom in one quick, easy-to-read free weekly email. Follow Awesome Marriage on Instagram, Facebook and find Dr. Kim on TikTok!

Today we're tackling some of the really tough questions that listeners have submitted. We love answering listener questions, and Dr. Kim often answers one at the end of our episodes. This episode is a little different, since these are all questions that warrant more than a quick answer. While there are some hard realities, we also believe that there is hope for every marriage. Wherever your marriage is today, we believe God has hope and redemption for you! Episode highlights include: Tips to talk to a spouse who "never has time" for hard conversations Feeling controlled when a spouse wants to know your whereabouts at all times Severe workload imbalance in the home and with finances Spouse's video game addiction Trusting husband in spite of being surrounded by immodesty We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Resources: This month's 62 Questions About Sex resource helps you be more intentional and thoughtful about quality and satisfaction in your sex life. And it comes with 10 Sexy Bucketlist challenges - just for fun! Browse all our podcast episodes on Communication for more helpful info on this topic! Dr. Kim's One Thing email is delivered each weekday with one practical thing to do that day to grow your marriage. Subscribers also have access to bonus content Loving our monthly resources? Marriage Changers get instant access to every month's new resource, plus exclusive videos from Dr. Kim and Nancy, and more! Learn more here. Dr. Kim's weekly Marriage Multiplier email brings you 4 pieces of practical marriage wisdom in one quick, easy-to-read free weekly email. Follow Awesome Marriage on Instagram, Facebook and find Dr. Kim on TikTok!

Research shows that 69% of marital conflict is never resolved. We either sweep it under the rug, avoid the pain points, or get stuck in a cycle of conflict that may cause pain but not find resolution. Today Dr. Kim talks with special guest Anne Nelson, about the 4-stage process to break the fight cycle and heal your marriage from conflict. Anne is a Christian counselor who helps couples and individuals to find the fully thriving life God has for them. Episode highlights include: Why we get stuck in the conflict cycle and how to get out Some reasons that counseling might not "work" and what to do if that happens to you How to start recognizing and healing unaddressed issues affecting your marriage Specific questions can we use to challenge our assumptions in marriage We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Resources: Connect with Anne and see her marriage resources on FullyThriving.com and on Instagram @Fully Thriving. Loving our monthly resources? Marriage Changers get instant access to every months' new resource – and so much more! Learn more here. Get bite-sized daily doses of marriage wisdom delivered straight to your inbox with Dr. Kim's Daily One Thing email. As a subscriber, you'll also be eligible for some awesome freebies! Dr. Kim's weekly Marriage Multiplier email brings you 4 pieces of practical marriage wisdom in one quick, easy-to-read free weekly email. Follow Awesome Marriage on Instagram, Facebook and find Dr. Kim on TikTok!