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  Raising Courageous Kids in Unprecedented Times w/ Isaac and Angie Tolpin 21.07.2026 1t 2min

  Could you let your own child tell you that you failed them — and not get defensive?In today’s episode, Aaron sits down with Isaac and Angie Tolpin — good friends, parents of nine, grandparents of nearly six — on the launch day of their new book, Courageous Parenting: Biblical Parenting in Unprecedented Times. They get into what the word "Christian" actually means anymore, why so many kids are walking away from the church by 18, raising children in an AI world, and why your child's faith might be purer and further along than your own.About Isaac & Angie TolpinIsaac and Angie Tolpin are the hosts of the Courageous Parenting Podcast and the founders of Be Courageous Ministry, a discipleship-focused ministry built around equipping Christian parents to raise kids rooted in the Word of God. Parents of nine children and grandparents of six (and counting), they recently planted a church in Horseshoe Bend, Idaho and have just released their newest book, Courageous Parenting: Biblical Parenting in Unprecedented Times.Website: becourageousministry.orgBook on Amazon: Courageous Parenting Podcast: Courageous Parenting Podcast (available wherever you listen)In This EpisodeWhat "Christian" actually means today — Angie shares why the label has lost much of its weight, and why fruit — not title — is the real indicator of someone following ChristThe authentic community crisis — Why so many believers can't verbalize what's missing, and how the Tolpins' church model is answering a hunger people didn't know they hadKeeping families together in worship — The fruit that comes when children are present for sermons, communion, and real church life rather than separated into programsWhy kids are leaving the church — The connection between low expectations, age-segregated environments, and the statistic that two-thirds of kids walk away from faith by 18Your child might be ahead of you spiritually — Jesus said to have faith like theirs; what it looks like to actually believe that and parent from itHumility as a parenting strategy — Why apologizing to your children isn't weakness, and how Angie's own discipline from God before a conference became the most powerful message she gaveRaising kids in the age of AI — The double-edged sword of AI, why homeschooling parents can't afford to ignore it, and how to use it to accelerate creativity rather than kill itBuilding creative confidence before the screen — Why it matters that kids know their own gifts before they ever delegate to AIThe one thing that actually prepares your kids — Grounding encouragement for overwhelmed parents who feel behindResources from This EpisodeBook: Courageous Parenting: Biblical Parenting in Unprecedented Times by Isaac & Angie Tolpin — available on Amazon (update with direct link)Ministry & Podcast: becourageousministry.orgPodcast recommendation: The AI Daily Brief (Aaron's recommendation for parents wanting to get up to speed on AI)Previous book: Redeeming Childbirth by Angie Tolpin (2012)If this conversation encouraged you, please share it with a couple you love, and subscribe wherever you listen.Follow us on Instagram: Marriage After God · Unveiled Wife · Husband RevolutionWant to go deeper? Become a patron and help us keep creating resources for marriages that pursue God together.Smith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  Your Marriage Can Heal — Even If You're the Only One Working On It with Belah Rose 14.07.2026 55min

  What if you could completely transform your marriage — even if your spouse never participates? Belah Rose, founder of Delight Your Marriage, has coached over 500 couples and has seen it happen hundreds of times. This week on the Marriage After God podcast, we sat down with Belah to talk about the real root of marital breakdown, what it actually looks like for a husband or wife to take the lead in healing, and the apology framework that gets the rot out of the foundation. Belah also shares her own story — a failed first marriage, walking away from God, and how the Lord used a second chance to reshape everything she now teaches.Belah Rose is the founder of Delight Your Marriage, a faith-centered coaching organization that has served over 500 couples. She started with a book in 2014, launched the Delight Your Marriage podcast in 2015, and has since built out full coaching programs for men and women — including Masculinity Reclaimed for husbands and a graduate community for ongoing growth. Belah coaches men and women separately, and the results her clients experience often surprise the unparticipating spouse most.In This EpisodeBelah's testimony — A first marriage that ended in divorce, anger at God, and the journey back to faith through a husband who showed her what it meant to feel truly known and safeWhy one spouse doing the work is enough — How Belah's own story convinced her that even a single willing partner can redirect a marriage toward healingThe Delight Your Marriage framework — Men need to feel respected, admired, and wholeheartedly intimate; wives need to feel safe, known, and wholeheartedly cherished — and the failure to understand this difference is where most couples quietly destroy each otherThe 1–10 marriage health scale — Why the advice that works at a 9 can backfire at a 2, and how to match your level of emotional openness to where your marriage actually isPride as the chief enemy — Why self-righteousness is the log we carry into every conflict, and why repentance — not persuasion — is the first moveThe SHORE apology framework — Specific, Humble, Own, Repair, Exonerate: a step-by-step framework for apologies that actually shore up the foundation instead of papering over itResources from This EpisodeDelight Your Marriage — Belah's coaching programs, podcast, and free clarity call (mention Marriage After God for a listener discount)DYMarriage.com — Shorter URL for the same siteIf this conversation encouraged you, please share it with a couple you love, and subscribe wherever you listen.Follow us on Instagram: Marriage After God · Unveiled Wife · Husband RevolutionWant to go deeper? Become a patron and help us keep creating resources for marriages that pursue God together.Smith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  29 Marriage Devotional Unveiled: The Freedom to Be Fully Known 08.07.2026 53min

  What does it actually mean to be unveiled — fully known, fully seen, and no longer hiding — before God and before your spouse? In week 29 of their 30-week Marriage After God series, Aaron and Jennifer Smith dig into the victory believers have in Christ and what it looks like to walk in that freedom inside a marriage. Drawing from Ephesians 2, Romans 8, and the moment the temple veil was torn in two, they unpack how the cross removes the dividing wall between us and God — and how that same freedom can transform the way spouses show up for each other.In This Episode— The victory believers have in Christ, and why it can be hard to actually feel like a "conqueror"— Ephesians 2:14–18 — how Christ breaks down the dividing wall and brings peace— Romans 8:1–4 — no condemnation, and what it means that Christ fulfilled the law in us— The torn veil in Matthew 27:50–51 and what it reveals about access to God— A personal story about a bride's veil, and what it pictures about intimacy and unveiling— How sanctification plays out day to day — including the "washing of feet" picture from the Last Supper— Galatians 5:16–17 and what it practically looks like to walk in the Spirit versus the flesh— 1 Corinthians 10:13 and the "way of escape" from temptation— Real-life pictures of walking in victory within marriage — parenting moments, disrespect, hurtful words, and forgiveness— Proverbs 24:16 and Peter walking on the water as pictures of falling and getting back up— Discussion questions: what keeps you from being unveiled, and one step you can take to be unveiled with God and your spouse— This week's call to action: memorizing 2 Corinthians 3:16–18 and Romans 6:6Bible Verses Mentioned:Ephesians 2:14–18Romans 8:1–4Matthew 27:50–51Galatians 5:16–171 Corinthians 10:13Proverbs 24:16Romans 6:62 Corinthians 3:16–18If you’ve been encouraged by this series, please share it with a friend or another married couple!Like and subscribe to catch the remaining episodes.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in Marriage with Richard & Kelly Kannwischer 07.07.2026 1t 2min

  This week on the Marriage After God podcast: Richard Kannwischer has spent years thinking about what's quietly cultivating our families, whether we notice it or not, and it reframed how he sees his own marriage and his kids' formation. He and his wife Kelly join us to talk about the rage of the age creeping into our homes, why the fruit of the Spirit is one fruit and not nine, and the simple daily practice Richard says will train real joy into a marriage faster than anything else.Richard is the author of Cultivate: How God Grows the Fruit of the Spirit Within Us, senior pastor of Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, has been married to Kelly for 27 years, and together they lead Wonderfully Made Ministry, a day program creating community and vocational opportunity for adults with intellectual disabilities. Connect with Richard and get a free study guide PDF at richardkannwischer.com.In This EpisodeOne fruit, not nine — Richard explains why the fruit of the Spirit isn't a menu to pick and choose from, and what that means for how we're actually meant to grow.Holy instead of happy — The question that reframes marriage: what if it was designed to make us like Christ, not just make us comfortable?Training real joy — The one-month Psalms practice Richard learned from Dallas Willard for building joy that doesn't depend on your circumstances.Gentleness in the age of outrage — Why Richard says gentleness is the fruit he feels most convicted about right now, and what social media is training our kids toward instead.Resources from This EpisodeCultivate: How God Grows the Fruit of the Spirit Within Us Free study guide PDF and more from Richard at richardkannwischer.comWonderfully Made Ministry — wonderfullymadecommunity.orgMarriage After God devotionals, prayer books, and more — shop.marriageaftergod.comIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with a couple you love and subscribe wherever you listen.Follow us on Instagram: Marriage After God · Unveiled Wife · Husband RevolutionWant to go deeper? Become a patron and help us keep creating resources for marriages that pursue God together.Smith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  Forgiveness Doesn't Wait for an Apology — with Leann Murphy 30.06.2026 47min

  What carries a marriage through infidelity, a cancer diagnosis, and 38 years of ordinary days in between? Leann Murphy has lived all three with her husband Mike, and she joins us to talk about what actually held their marriage together when the world told her to walk away. Our conversation is honest about the hardest season of her marriage, generous with the forgiveness she found on the other side of it, and full of the wisdom she later turned into letters for her own sons.Author of Becoming a Husband: 21 Days of Preparation for a Son of God and Becoming a Wife: 21 Days of Preparation for a Daughter of God, published through Focus on the Family. Married to Mike for almost 38 years, mother of two sons, and grandmother to three grandsons, Leann and Mike live in central Louisiana. Connect with Leann and read more of her writing at karenleannmurphy.com.In This EpisodeA covenant, not a contract — Leann explains why believing her marriage was a covenant with God, not just a promise to Mike, is the reason she and Mike are still married at 38 years.The season they almost didn't survive — Around year fifteen, infidelity nearly ended their marriage, and most of the counsel pointed toward separating. Leann gets honest about how they stayed.Forgiveness that doesn't wait for repentance — A clear, biblical case for why forgiveness has to come before reconciliation — and why withholding it puts us above Christ.Practical, biblical guidance for parents and newlyweds on shifting from parental authority to mentorship without losing the relationship.Resources from This EpisodeBecoming a Husband: 21 Days of Preparation for a Son of God by Karen Leann Murphy — Focus on the Family | AmazonBecoming a Wife: 21 Days of Preparation for a Daughter of God by Karen Leann Murphy — Focus on the Family | AmazonMore from Leann at karenleannmurphy.comMarriage After God devotionals, prayer books, and more — shop.marriageaftergod.comIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with a couple you love and subscribe wherever you listen.Follow us on Instagram: Marriage After God · Unveiled Wife · Husband RevolutionWant to go deeper? Become a patron and help us keep creating resources for marriages that pursue God together.Smith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  The One Thing You Can Actually Be the Greatest At — with Pastor Mark Moore 23.06.2026 51min

  About This EpisodeWhat if there's only one thing in your entire life you could be the greatest at — and you've been neglecting it? Pastor Mark Moore has been married 40 years, pastors a giga church with 18 campuses in Phoenix, and has spent decades studying Scripture. His answer to that question is one of the most freeing things you'll hear. This conversation is honest, practical, and grounded in the Word.Meet Pastor Mark MooreTeaching Pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ — author of Wisdom 52, Quest 52, and Core 52, and former Bible college professor with 22 years in the classroom. Connect with Mark and find teaching videos for every chapter of his books at markmoore.org — and find him on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube under his name.In This EpisodeBreaking generational cycles — Mark shares how he discovered patterns of brokenness in his family he didn't even know he'd inherited, and why changing that pattern is the greatest achievement of his life.The thing that kept their marriage together — After 40 years, it wasn't what you might expect. Mark gets honest about the blind spots he carried for decades and what finally brought them to light.Social media as a modern idol — Practical, no-nonsense rules for protecting your marriage and your kids from the damage of devices and the algorithms designed to exploit you.The silent killer of great marriages — Proverbs has more to say about this than almost any other topic. Mark connects it directly to why so many promising marriages plateau or fall apart.Truth in a postmodern world — A brilliant illustration that reframes how we understand truth — not as a proposition, but as a Person.Resources from This EpisodeWisdom 52 by Mark Moore — wisdom52.org | available on AmazonQuest 52 and Core 52Teaching videos for every chapter at markmoore.orgMarriage After God devotionals, prayer books, and more — shop.marriageaftergod.comIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with a couple you love and subscribe wherever you listen.Follow us on Instagram: Marriage After God · Unveiled Wife · Husband RevolutionWant to go deeper? Become a patron and help us keep creating resources for marriages that pursue God together.Smith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  28 Marriage Devotional: What Intimacy Really Means 10.06.2026 57min

  In this week’s episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron and Jennifer Smith continue their 30-week marriage devotional series by discussing the role of intimacy in marriage. While many people immediately think of physical intimacy when they hear the word intimacy, Aaron and Jennifer explain that God designed marriage to include physical, emotional, and spiritual intimacy. They share how intimacy reflects God’s relational nature, why vulnerability is essential for connection, and how couples can intentionally cultivate deeper unity in every area of their marriage. Key TakeawaysIntimacy is more than sex, but physical intimacy is an important and God-designed part of marriage.Humans are created in the image of a relational God and are designed for deep connection.Marriage is the only earthly relationship where every level of intimacy is meant to be experienced.Physical intimacy builds unity, trust, comfort, and connection between husband and wife.Emotional intimacy grows through vulnerability, communication, empathy, and attentive listening.Spiritual intimacy is cultivated through prayer, worship, Scripture, and pursuing God together.True intimacy begins with a relationship with God, not with our spouse.Vulnerability is necessary for building trust and deeper connection in marriage.Couples should not allow distractions, bitterness, exhaustion, or unresolved conflict to hinder intimacy.Both spouses should take responsibility for initiating intimacy rather than waiting for the other person.Obedience to God in marriage is not contingent on a spouse’s actions or responses.Healthy intimacy requires continual investment and intentionality over time.Scripture References DiscussedGenesis 1–2Genesis 2:241 Corinthians 7:3–51 John 4:7–8Ephesians 5:25–26If you’ve been encouraged by this series, please share it with a friend or another married couple!Like and subscribe to catch the remaining episodes.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  27 Marriage Devotional: 5 Ways to Abide in Christ Together 20.05.2026 43min

  In this week’s episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron and Jennifer Smith continue their 30-week marriage devotional series by exploring what it means to truly abide in Christ. After discussing hiding from God in the previous episode, this conversation shifts toward the beauty of intimacy with God—remaining close to Him, drawing strength from Him, and allowing His Spirit to transform our lives and marriages. Key TakeawaysAbiding in Christ means remaining close to Him and drawing life from Him.God’s Word nourishes, strengthens, and transforms our hearts and marriages.Prayer cultivates intimacy and communion with God.The Holy Spirit empowers believers to walk in obedience and love.Loving others is evidence of abiding in Christ.Healthy marriages overflow from healthy relationships with God.Parents are called to faithfully teach their children God’s Word and ways.Sanctification involves surrender, repentance, and trusting God’s pruning process.Scripture references discussedJohn 15:1–12Psalm 119:1–8Matthew 6:19–21Luke 6:43–45Proverbs 22:6Matthew 7:7–8Hebrews 11:6Hebrews 12:1–2Acts 1:8Galatians 5:16–182 Peter 1:3Romans 8:10–17If you’ve been encouraged by this series, please share it with a friend or another married couple!Like and subscribe to catch the remaining episodes.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  26 Marriage Devotional: Why We Hide from God and How to Return to Restoration 13.05.2026 44min

  In week 26 of the Marriage After God devotional series, Aaron and Jennifer tackle the hard truth: we all sin, and the natural impulse is to hide. This episode unpacks what it means to acknowledge sin, respond with repentance, and pursue restoration in marriage and faith. Drawing from Scripture (James 4:17; Romans 14:23; Genesis 3:6–11; Ephesians 5), they discuss the roots of hiding, the pull of shame, and the life-giving path of confession, accountability, and walking in the Spirit.Key TakeawaysSin is universal: we all fall short and the Bible teaches a clear standard for sin.Hiding vs. repentance: the natural instinct to hide is common, but God calls us toward repentance and reconciliation.Practical response: acknowledge sin, repent humbly, seek restoration with your spouse, and rely on the Holy Spirit rather than self-justification.Genesis 3 reminder: Adam and Eve hid after sin, but God pursued them and restoration began with honest confession.Guardrails for marriage: use accountability, grace, and ongoing conversation to safeguard your relationship from repeated sin.Scripture references discussedJames 4:17Romans 14:23bGenesis 3:6–11Ephesians 5 (context for how we love and walk with each other)Who this episode is forMarried couples navigating temptation, sin, and relational tension.Believers seeking practical steps to confess, repent, and restore intimacy with God and spouse.Listeners wanting a biblically grounded framework for handling sin in marriage.If you’ve been encouraged by this series, share it with a friend or another married couple.Like and subscribe to catch the remaining episodes.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026
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  25 Marriage Devotional: Embracing God’s Order in Marriage 08.04.2026 50min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we explore how God’s design brings order to every sphere—creation, institutions, church, and specifically marriage. We discuss how without order life becomes chaotic, how even the smallest parts of life reveal a coordinated design, and why aligning with God’s order leads to fruitfulness and peace in the home.Key PointsGod is a God of order: order = design and purpose, from cells to creation to marriage.Order in creation: Genesis 1–2 shows day-by-day structure; God declares His creation “good.”Evidence of a Creator: the intricate, interdependent parts of systems (e.g., a cell’s parts like nucleus, ribosomes, mitochondria) rely on each other to function.Order in church and home: 1 Corinthians 14:40 emphasizes decency and order in gathering; diverse gifts function together for a common purpose.Practical impact on marriage: aligning with God’s order reduces chaos, brings peace, and increases fruitfulness in the home.Humble posture before God’s ways: Isaiah 55:8–11 reminds us that God’s thoughts and ways are higher; trust and surrender to His design for marriage and life.Scripture References1 Corinthians 14:40 – “All things should be done decently and in order.”Genesis 1–2 – Creation order and purpose.Colossians 1:16–17 – Creation through Him and for Him; He holds all things together.Isaiah 55:8–11 – God’s thoughts and ways are higher than ours.Practical TakeawaysSeek God’s order in daily marriage life: roles, responsibilities, and communication should reflect His design.When chaos arises, pause, align with Scripture, and pursue orderly practices that uplift one another.Use creation as a faith-revealing reflection: order points to a purposeful Creator and a purposeful marriage.If you’ve been encouraged by this series, share it with a friend or another married couple.Like and subscribe to catch the remaining episodes.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: marriage order, peace in marriage, devotionals, biblical marriage, roles in marriage, church and home, unity in the body, practical application, faith-based marriage guidance
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  Minimalism with Purpose: Owning Less to Live More with Joshua Becker 02.04.2026 52min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron chats with Joshua Becker, author of Uncluttered Faith, founder of Becoming Minimalist, speaker, and longtime advocate for living with less in order to live more. Based in Peoria, Arizona; 26-year marriage; two adult children.They explore how owning less can deepen your faith, strengthen your marriage, and free up time, energy, and resources for what matters most—family, faith, and shared purpose. They also discuss the real-world realities of minimalism in marriage, practical compromises, and how technology and consumer culture influence our everyday choices.Key TakeawaysHow Joshua Becker’s personal journey led to a minimalist lifestyle and a faith-centered approach to possessions.How minimalism can strengthen marriages by aligning values and freeing up time for what truly matters.Strategies for couples to tackle decluttering together without resentment or conflict.The cultural factors behind rising consumerism and practical steps to resist overconsumption.00:00: Introduction and Joshua’s perspective on happiness, meaning, and possessions00:20: Podcast purpose and Joshua Becker’s background02:00: Joshua’s bio and family03:33: How minimalism started for Joshua; blog origin04:36: Marriage and shared values; navigating differences06:08: Realities of marriage when pursuing minimalism07:56: Why minimalism is gaining traction in society09:21: Broader economic and cultural factors fueling minimalism10:21: The debt landscape and its relation to consumerismIf you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with a spouse or friend who might benefit from a more intentional, faith-centered approach to possessions.Connect with Joshua Becker:Uncluttered FaithBecoming MinimalistYoutubeFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband RevolutionSupport this podcast:Shop Marriage After God (devotionals, prayer books, and resources)Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: minimalism, uncluttered faith, Joshua Becker, becoming minimalist, marriage and minimalism, decluttering for marriage, owning less, living with less, consumerism, technology and minimalism, faith and possessions, marriage tips, biblical minimalism
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  24 Marriage Devotional: Building a Godly Marriage: Husband, Wife, and One Flesh in Christ 01.04.2026 44min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we dive into the critical role of unity in marriage and how that unity extends to the body of Christ. Learn how being unified helps you use your gifts to spread the gospel and do God’s work together.We dive into what makes up a godly marriage and explore how the husband and wife are distinct parts that together form one body, grounded in biblical imagery from 1 Corinthians 12, and Ephesians 5. Listen as we discuss how individuality and unity collaborate to create a thriving, covenantal relationship where we sacrificially lay down our own interests for the good of the marriage and the body of Christ.Key PointsBody metaphor for marriage: many parts, one body; each partner matters (1 Corinthians 12).Individuality within unity: each spouse brings unique gifts, backgrounds, and preferences that strengthen the union.One flesh: marriage is a single unit—care for each other as you care for yourself.Roles in marriage: husbands as spiritual leaders and protectors; wives as supportive partners who strengthen the home and faith.Daily commitment to unity: choosing to lay down personal interests for the other and for the marriage.Scripture References1 Corinthians 12: many parts, one bodyEphesians 5: husband’s love, leadership, and unity in marriagePractical TakeawaysReflect on how our marriage functions as a team with complementary roles.Identify one concrete way we can demonstrate sacrificial love today.Have a short, honest check-in about “our parts” and how we can better support each other’s God-given roles.If you’ve been encouraged by this series, please share it with a friend or another married couple! Also:Like and subscribe to catch the remaining episodes.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: parts of marriage, husband and wife roles, marriage unity, one flesh, biblical marriage, spiritual leadership husband, marriage devotionals, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 5, Marriage After God
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  23 Marriage Devotional: The Power of Unity in Marriage and the Body of Christ 25.03.2026 51min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we dive into the critical role of unity in marriage and how that unity extends to the body of Christ. Learn how being unified helps you use your gifts to spread the gospel and do God’s work together.Key Points:Unity vs. isolation: why oneness is God’s design and how isolation harms marriages.Signs of being disconnected and how to recognize them in your relationship.Scriptural foundations: Proverbs 18:1 and 1 Peter 5:8–9 on isolation, vigilance, and spiritual warfare.The power of accountability and church/community support in strengthening marriage.The relationship between personal sin, shame, and isolation—and how confession and prayer lead to healing.How unity in marriage empowers you to steward your gifts and advance God’s mission together.Practical Takeaways:If you’re feeling distant from your spouse, take proactive steps to re-engage with each other and your faith community.Consider joining a marriage group or church Bible study to regain connection, accountability, and support.Bible references: Proverbs 18:1; 1 Peter 5:8–9Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: marriage unity, unity in marriage, biblical unity, marriage devotional, isolation in marriage, Christian community, body of Christ, accountability partners, marriage group, spiritual warfare, Proverbs 18.1, 1 Peter 5:8, Husband After God, Wife After God, prayer in marriage, gospel-centered marriage, gifts of the Spirit
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  22 Marriage Devotional: Why You Should Pray for Your Marriage Every Day 18.03.2026 44min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we discuss the vital practice of daily prayer for your marriage. We explain how prayer aligns hearts with God, strengthens unity between spouses, and equips couples to recognize and respond to spiritual warfare. Key PointsDaily prayer as a non-negotiable foundation for a thriving marriagePrayer as alignment with God’s will, not a means to control outcomesThe power of praying together to build unity and onenessEcclesiastes 4:12: the threefold cord of spouse, self, and GodSpiritual warfare: recognizing unseen battles and relying on God’s presence2 Kings 6:17— opening eyes to see the spiritual reality around usPractical encouragement to use devotionals for deeper study, journaling, and spouse-focused promptsBible Verses MentionedEcclesiastes 4:122 Kings 6:15-17 (story of Elisha and the servant’s eyes opened)Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords:
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  21 Marriage Devotional: Praying for Your Spouse: Deepening Intimacy and Unity in Marriage 11.03.2026 43min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we discuss the impact of praying for your spouse, highlighting how deliberate prayer fosters intimacy, unity, and spiritual growth within marriage. We share practical tips for starting and deepening a joint prayer life, anchored in biblical principles and personal experiences.What we cover in this episode-Praying for your spouse benefits both individuals and the marriage as a whole.Initiating prayer with your spouse can be simple and impactful, such as asking, “How can I pray for you?”Praying together fosters vulnerability, trust, and emotional intimacy.Biblical scriptures emphasize the spiritual unity and oneness in marriage.Prayer is a spiritual discipline that realigns hearts and strengthens bonds.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: marriage, prayer, intimacy, spiritual growth, unity, biblical principles, marriage devotionals, praying for spouse, spiritual leadership, vulnerability
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  How to Love Your Spouse Biblically | Christian Marriage & Parenting w/ Casey and Meygan Caston 05.03.2026 48min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron sits down with Casey and Meygan Caston, the husband-and-wife team of Marriage365, who are passionate about helping couples build Christ-centered marriages that overflow into strong families and healthy communities. Through their own journey of learning to love with greater patience, intentionality, and emotional awareness, they have developed a heart for encouraging couples to prioritize their relationship at home. In this episode, they talk about the biblical foundation of love and how it begins in the most important place — our homes.Together, we explore Jesus’ teaching on the two greatest commandments: to love God and to love others. But what does that look like practically? The conversation unpacks how loving your spouse well is the first and most important opportunity to live out that command.In this episode we discuss how-Loving your spouse is your first and daily opportunity to love others well.Patience and kindness inside the home shape the emotional health of your family.Children learn what love looks like by watching their parents’ relationship.Genuine love requires intentionality, humility, and reliance on God.Scripture MentionedMatthew 22:37–39 — The two greatest commandments1 Corinthians 13:4–7 — Love is patient, love is kindJohn 13:35 — “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”Connect with Casey and Meygan:Marriage365 WebsiteThe Marriage HabitFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband RevolutionSupport this podcast:Shop Marriage After GodBecome a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: love, patience, marriage, parenting, relationships, kindness, emotional intelligence, Christian marriage, biblical love, family discipleship
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  20 Marriage Devotional: Why Praying for Yourself Matters 04.03.2026 50min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we explore the vital habit of praying for yourself and why it matters as much as praying for others. Jesus models daily dependence on the Father, so how much more should we? Learn what it means to pray without ceasing, and gain practical steps to deepen your own prayer life with guidance from the Holy Spirit.What we cover in this episode-The biblical basis for prayer and its importanceJesus' example of prayer and dependence on the FatherThe concept of praying without ceasing and practical applicationThe significance of praying for oneself and othersThe role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and interceding in prayerJoin in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: prayer, spiritual discipline, relationship with God, Jesus' example, praying for yourself, Holy Spirit, prayer life, biblical prayer, spiritual growth, intimacy with God
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  19 Marriage Devotional: Living with Purpose in Your Marriage 25.02.2026 38min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we explore God’s calling on our lives and marriages. We talk about how every believer has a purpose — no matter their background, status, or past. Calling isn’t just about career or ministry; it’s about who God has called us to be.We unpack the biblical meaning of calling, what it means to live holy and set apart, and how love and obedience are central to fulfilling God’s will. When we understand that our first calling is to Christ, it transforms how we show up in our marriage, our home, and our daily lives.What we cover in this episode-What “calling” means from a biblical perspectiveWhy holiness and being set apart matters in marriageLove as a foundational calling for every believerObedience and humility in responding to God’s directionBiblical examples of men and women called by GodPractical ways to live out your calling within your marriageJoin in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: God’s calling, marriage, purpose, holiness, love, obedience, Christian life, spiritual growth, biblical principles
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  18 Marriage Devotional: Building A Resilient Marriage 18.02.2026 38min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God Podcast, we talk about what it truly means to build a resilient marriage. Every couple faces trials, pressure, and seasons of weakness — but those moments don’t have to tear a relationship apart.Instead, when we anchor our marriage in Christ, choose encouragement over criticism, and take responsibility for our words, trials can actually strengthen our relationship. We discuss how faith in Jesus provides the endurance we need, how the Holy Spirit empowers us when we feel depleted, and why the way we speak to one another has a lasting impact on intimacy and unity.What we cover in this episode-Why every marriage will experience trials and pressureHow faith in Christ produces endurance and spiritual resilienceThe role of the Holy Spirit in our weakest momentsThe power of encouragement in strengthening your spouseHow careless words can damage connection and trustWhy perspective changes how we respond to challengesThe importance of communication during difficult seasonsJoin in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: resilient marriage, Christian marriage encouragement, trials in marriage, faith in marriage, power of words, marriage devotional, overcoming challenges together, spiritual resilience, biblical marriage advice
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  17 Marriage Devotional: Wisdom That Strengthens Your Marriage 11.02.2026 43min

  In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we unpack the vital role wisdom plays in marriage and everyday life. We discuss how wisdom is not merely knowing what is right, but faithfully applying God’s truth in our decisions, attitudes, and actions. This episode encourages couples to seek the Lord for wisdom in every area of life and marriage, trusting that God’s guidance leads to unity, stability, and lasting fruit.In this episode-Wisdom is a defining attribute of God and a gift He desires to give.The fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom.Foolishness is knowing the truth but failing to act on it.Wisdom requires application, not just information.Godly wisdom strengthens marriage and builds trust.Walking in wisdom promotes emotional stability and peace.Wisdom impacts practical areas like finances and decision-making.Applying God’s wisdom fosters deeper intimacy in marriage.Seeking wisdom begins with prayer and humble obedience.Godly wisdom is essential for leading a family well.Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After GodFollow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After GodInstagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast:Shop Marriage After God  Become a patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2026Keywords: wisdom, marriage, godly wisdom, worldly wisdom, biblical principles, applying wisdom, trust, intimacy, financial stewardship, emotional stability