Authentic Marriage Podcast

Episode

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  The Power of Brotherhood 07.08.2026 24mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, Chris sits down with Danny Childress, founder of Rock Bottom Hope, to discuss addiction, biblical brotherhood, and the importance of authentic conversations among Christian men. Danny shares the heart behind Rock Bottom Hope and how the ministry exists to bring hope, healing, and restoration to those struggling with addiction and life's hardest seasons. Together, they talk about why many men tend to keep conversations at the surface and how t...
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  The Gift of Rest 31.07.2026 16mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, record from the beautiful island of Eleuthera, Bahamas, as they reflect on the biblical gift of rest. Surrounded by God's creation, they discuss why stepping away from the routines and distractions of everyday life is essential for our spiritual, emotional, and relational health. The conversation explores how true rest is more than taking a vacation. It is intentionally creating space to me...
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  Marriage Before Parenthood 24.07.2026 26mnt

  On this episode of Girls Corner, Brooke and Lauren talk about the importance of protecting your marriage while raising children. Parenthood is one of life's greatest blessings, but it can also become easy to unintentionally place your marriage on the back burner. The hosts encourage wives to remember that one of the greatest gifts they can give their children is a strong, healthy, Christ centered marriage. Looking to Scripture, Brooke and Lauren reflect on Psalm 127:4, which says, "Like arrow...
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  Building a Marriage of Love and Respect 17.07.2026 36mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, begin a two part conversation on one of the most important dynamics in marriage: love and respect. Drawing from biblical principles, they unpack what it looks like to intentionally respect one another and why understanding your spouse's needs can strengthen your relationship. The hosts discuss how many men are deeply encouraged by respect, while women often respond most strongly to love. Al...
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  Holding On When God Feels Distant 10.07.2026 21mnt

  On this episode of Guys Garage, Chris and Shawn have an honest conversation about seasons when God feels distant. Whether you are walking through unanswered prayers, unexpected hardship, or moments of helplessness, these seasons can test your faith and leave you wondering where God is at work. The hosts remind listeners that while our circumstances may change, God's presence never does. They discuss how the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, often using discouragement and doubt to pull ...
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  Dreaming Together, Growing Together 03.07.2026 33mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, discuss the importance of pursuing shared goals, dreams, and God's purpose together. From the beginning, God designed marriage to be a partnership, calling husbands and wives to walk in unity as they follow Him. Chris and Brooke share how a difficult season with their daughter strengthened their marriage as they surrendered their circumstances to the Lord. Their story is a reminder that sha...
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  Walking in Biblical Submission 26.06.2026 22mnt

  On this episode of Girls Corner, Brooke and Lauren have an honest and encouraging conversation about one of the most misunderstood topics in marriage: biblical submission. Looking to God's Word, they discuss how submission was never intended to be viewed as something negative or demeaning, but as a beautiful part of God's design for marriage. The conversation explores how God created marriage to reflect unity, with both husband and wife fulfilling unique roles that honor Him. Brooke and Laure...
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  Life and Death in the Tongue 19.06.2026 39mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, discuss the power of our words and the impact they have on our marriages, families, and everyday relationships. Drawing from Proverbs 18:21, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue," the hosts explore how our words are like seeds. Every conversation, encouragement, criticism, or affirmation has the potential to produce fruit. The question is: what are we planting? The conversation hi...
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  The Weight Men Carry 12.06.2026 31mnt

  On this episode of Guys Garage, Chris and Shawn have an honest conversation about the pressures men face in today's world. From providing for their families and leading spiritually to protecting those they love, men often carry significant responsibility and accountability. While these roles are important, the weight of them can sometimes feel overwhelming. The discussion explores how many men are expected to lead without ever being shown how. For some, there was no father or godly mentor to ...
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  The Gift of Biblical Community 05.06.2026 31mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, share the story of how they met at a marriage retreat and found an unexpected friendship that would grow into a meaningful biblical community. Through God's timing and faithfulness, what began as a simple connection became a source of encouragement, accountability, and support. The hosts discuss the importance of being plugged into a community of believers who can walk alongside you through...
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  The Heart of a Helper 29.05.2026 24mnt

  On this episode of Girls Corner, Lauren and Brooke talk about what it means to be a helper in marriage according to God’s design. Looking at Genesis 2:18, they explore the Hebrew word ezer, the same word used throughout Scripture to describe God as our helper. Rather than being a lesser role, helping reflects a beautiful characteristic of God Himself and the way He cares for His people. The conversation highlights how being a helper requires intentionality, humility, and attentiveness within ...
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  Parenting with Purpose and Faith 27.05.2026 33mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, have an honest conversation about parenting and the responsibility of raising children in a Christ-centered home. They share how important it is for couples to seek the Lord together, knowing that children notice from a young age what truly matters to their parents. The hosts discuss how parenting is a journey of growth and learning, reminding listeners that no parent will do it perfectly. ...
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  God’s Design for Leadership 15.05.2026 23mnt

  On this episode of Guys Garage, Chris and Shawn discuss biblical leadership in marriage and what it truly means to lead as a husband according to God’s design. Using Ephesians 5:21 as a foundation, they talk about how God is a God of order and how leadership within marriage is meant to reflect Christ through love, humility, and service. The conversation challenges common misunderstandings about the husband being the “head” of the household. Rather than viewing leadership as control or authori...
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  Learning to Listen to God 08.05.2026 28mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, talk about the importance of listening to God and seeking His direction within marriage. As couples grow deeper in their relationship with the Lord through prayer, Scripture, and time spent in His presence, they begin to recognize His voice more clearly. The conversation highlights how important it is for both husband and wife to seek God together when making decisions and navigating differ...
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  A Wife's Call to Respect 06.05.2026 30mnt

  On this episode of Girls Corner, Brooke and Lauren share a life-giving conversation about respect in marriage and the beauty of living out the call found in Ephesians 5:33. They explore what it looks like to honor your husband in a way that reflects God’s design and strengthens your relationship. Through personal insight and biblical truth, they highlight that respect is a voluntary, intentional heart posture that honors your husband’s God-given role, rather than something based only on his p...
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  Marriage with a Kingdom Perspective 24.04.2026 28mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, come together to talk about God’s design for marriage and how His Word serves as our ultimate guide. In a world full of conflicting messages about relationships, Scripture gives clarity, direction, and purpose for how marriage is meant to be lived out. Referencing the book Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas, the hosts reflect on the powerful idea that marriage is designed to make us holy, not j...
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  A Husband’s Call to Love 17.04.2026 18mnt

  On this episode of Guys Garage, Chris and Shawn have an honest and practical conversation about what it means to love your wife in a biblical way. Using Ephesians 5:33 as the foundation, they unpack God’s design for marriage and the calling for husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church, with sacrifice, consistency, and humility. The discussion explores the different expressions of love found in the Greek language, including agape (God’s unconditional love), ludus (playful and ro...
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  Identity Rooted in Christ 06.04.2026 30mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, dive into the importance of identity and how it shapes both our personal lives and our marriages. So often, we place our identity in things like our careers, accomplishments, children, or even our emotions. While these things may matter, they were never meant to define us. The conversation brings listeners back to the foundation of true identity, which begins with the love of God. As Script...
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  Laying Down Pride in Marriage 27.03.2026 15mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, Chris and Shawn have an honest and powerful conversation about pride and its impact on marriage, specifically from a husband’s perspective. While men are called to lead their families, biblical leadership is rooted in humility, not control or self-reliance. The discussion highlights how pride can often be rewarded in the workplace, yet damaging at home. As they share, pride may make you strong in the boardroom, but it can leave you disconnect...
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  Walking in Forgiveness Together 19.03.2026 35mnt

  On this episode of the Authentic Marriage Podcast, hosts Shawn and Lauren, along with Chris and Brooke, have a powerful conversation about forgiveness and its essential role in a Christ-centered marriage. When living closely with someone, selfishness must be laid aside, and forgiveness becomes not just an option, but a command. The hosts reflect on how Jesus has forgiven us and how we are called to extend that same grace to our spouse. They discuss how unforgiveness allows conflict to fester,...