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Awesome Marriage Podcast

Dr. Kim Kimberlingawesomemarriage.com
Far too many couples are just surviving their marriage when it was meant to thrive. This is the place for practical tips on how to build an awesome marriage. Our passion is to help you strengthen your marriage. Dr. Kim Kimberling hosts the show. Dr. Kim is the President of Awesome Marriage, has been married for over 50 years, and has been a professional counselor for 40+ years. He is the author of 7 Secrets to An Awesome Marriage ,14 Keys To Lasting Love, and most recently Love, Intimacy and Sex in the Second Half. Dr. Kim will be joined once a month by his wife of 55 years, Nancy Kimberling. He will also host other great guests that will teach and encourage you as you intentionally pursue an awesome marriage. Tune in each week to hear practical advice from Dr. Kim. This podcast is brought to you by the ministry of Awesome Marriage.
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Episodes

3 Ways to Leave & Cleave- Way 3 | Ep. 201

Do you know what it means practically to leave your family and cleave to your spouse? In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares practical ways to leave and cleave. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd and final way today: depend on your spouse spiritually. Tune in to learn more!

May 04, 201822 min

3 Ways to Leave & Cleave- Way 2 | Ep. 200

Are your family ties causing marital conflict? In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares practical ways to leave and cleave. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd way today: establish boundaries. Tune in to learn more about how to leave and cleave! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to leave and cleave!

May 03, 201826 min

3 Ways to Leave & Cleave- Way 1| Ep. 199

Do you know what it means practically to leave your family and cleave to your spouse? Are your family ties causing marital conflict? So many couples don’t know what it looks like practically to fulfill this call of leaving and cleaving that God sets for us. In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares ways to practically leave and cleave. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st way today: physical distance. Tune in to learn more about how to leave and cleave! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn t...

May 02, 201820 min

Leaving and Cleaving Defined | Ep. 198

What exactly does it mean to leave and cleave in a marriage? Why does God call us to do this? This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking all about family issues. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss what it means to leave and cleave and the importance of it in order to have a healthy, thriving marriage that God intended. Tune in to learn more about how to leave and cleave!

May 01, 201837 min

Best of Podcast: A Fierce Love- Interview with Shauna Shanks

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it covers a topic that pains a lot of marriages; the difficult subject of infidelity and pornography. In this podcast special guest Shauna Shanks joins Dr. Kim. Shauna Shanks is a wife, mother, entrepreneur and writer. In this podcast episode they talk about her book “A Fierce Love” and how a terrible tragedy in her marriage pushed her near to God and changed her life forever. Tune in to learn more about how to have...

Apr 28, 201837 min

Ask Dr. Kim: How can we stop fighting about money? | Ep. 197

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How can we stop fighting about money? Tune in to find out!

Apr 26, 201818 min

Avoiding The Greener Grass Syndrome - Interview with Nancy C. Anderson | Ep. 198

Today on the podcast we have special guest Nancy C. Anderson. Nancy is an award-winning writer. She and her husband Ron have been married for 40 years. Nancy joins Dr. Kim as they talk about her new book, Avoiding The Greener Grass Syndrome. Avoiding the Greener Grass Syndrome focuses on how to grow an affair-proof marriage by establishing and maintaining 6 protective hedges around it. Affair-proofing marriages is something we are very passionate about here at Awesome Marriage so we are thrilled...

Apr 25, 201837 min

Protecting Your Marriage From An Emotional Affair | Ep. 195

Is your marriage at risk to an emotional affair online? This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about guarding your marriage online. Because technology and the internet are so infused in our daily lives, we have to put smart boundaries in place to guard our marriages from the temptations it poses. One of the biggest temptations being: starting up an emotional affair. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss protecting your marriage from emotional affairs online. Tune in to learn ...

Apr 24, 201832 min

Best of Podcast: Loveable - Interview with Kelly Flanagan

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received from it. In this podcast special guest Kelly Flanagan joins Dr. Kim. Kelly is a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker. In this podcast episode they talk about Kelly’s book Loveable which is all about embracing what is truest about you, so that you can embrace your life. Tune in to learn how you can embrace what is truest about you and how it can impact your marriage for the bet...

Apr 21, 201835 min

Protecting Your Marriage From the Woes of Comparison Online | Ep. 193

We’ve all dealt with comparison online and the angst that it can bring. But is social media and other online comparison affecting your marriage? Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss protecting your marriage from the woes of comparison online. Tune in to learn more about how to protect your marriage from this and the trouble it can bring!

Apr 17, 201832 min

Ask Dr. Kim: Why should I, as a woman, initiate sex with husband? | Ep. 192

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Why should I, as a woman, initiate sex with husband? Tune in to find out!

Apr 12, 201812 min

Real-Life Romance - Interview with Rhonda Stoppe | Ep. 191

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guest Rhonda Stoppe. Rhonda is an author and speaker dedicated to helping women live life with no regrets. She has more than 30 years of experience as a marriage mentor, pastor’s wife, author and speaker. Today Rhonda joins Dr. Kim to talk about her new book, Real-Life Romance. Real-Life Romance is a book made up of 25 stories of couples who have found extraordinary love. Rhonda shows how in each case God was at work in the hearts of His people. Tune ...

Apr 11, 201850 min

Protecting Your Marriage By Watching What You Post | Ep. 190

Is what you post online hurting your marriage? This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about guarding your marriage online. Because technology and the internet are so infused in our daily lives, we have to put smart boundaries in place to guard our marriages from the temptations it poses. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss protecting your marriage by being cautious about what you post online. Tune in to learn more about appropriate posting in your marriage!...

Apr 10, 201827 min

3 Ways to Protect Your Marriage Online- Way 3 | Ep. 189

If we aren’t intentional about protecting our marriage from online sins, we leave ourselves way too vulnerable to serious issues. In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares ways protect your marriage online. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd and final way today: get serious about boundaries. Are you being serious about online boundaries? Tune in to learn more!

Apr 06, 201818 min

3 Ways to Protect Your Marriage Online- Way 2 | Ep. 188

Is your marriage at risk online? In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares ways to protect your marriage online. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd way today: get physical. Tune in to learn why it’s important that you get physical in order to provide protection in your marriage! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to protect your marriage online!

Apr 05, 201818 min

3 Ways to Protect Your Marriage Online- Way 1| Ep. 187

Is your marriage at risk to online sins and damage? Are you doing everything you need to in order to protect your marriage online? If we aren’t intentional about protecting our marriage online, we open ourselves up to some real and potentially marriage breaking issues. In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares ways to protect your marriage online. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st way today: get spiritual. Tune in to learn more about how to protect your marriage online! Be sure to tune in tomorro...

Apr 04, 201819 min

Protecting Your Marriage From Porn | Ep. 186

Are you actively protecting your marriage from porn? This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about guarding your marriage online. The internet and technology is a wonderful thing, but for all it’s wonder and usefulness it also has a dark side. Because technology and the internet are so infused in our daily lives, we have to put smart boundaries in place to guard our marriages from the temptations it poses. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss protecting your marriage from por...

Apr 03, 201838 min

Best of Podcast: Stop Fighting Against Your Spouse & Start Fighting for Your Marriage

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received the first time it aired. In this podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina talk about how to turn your fighting in marriage around. They share real and practical ways to stop fighting your spouse and start fighting for your marriage. Tune in to learn how to stop fighting with your spouse!

Mar 31, 201830 min

Subtle Marriage Killers: Discounting Your Spouse’s Feelings & Opinions | Ep. 184

There are subtle things that can eat away at a marriage. Are you prepared to guard against these things? Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the subtle marriage killer of: discounting your spouse’s feelings and opinions. The real trouble with this issue is most of us do not even realize that we are doing it! In this episode Dr. Kim helps define what this is and what it can look like and how to avoid it in your marriage. Tune in to learn more about this subtle marriage killer and h...

Mar 27, 201830 min

Best of Podcast: Be All In, Even When They Aren’t

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received the first time it aired. In this podcast Dr. Kim and Nils talk about how to be all in your marriage even if your spouse isn’t. Things can seem hopeless when your spouse has seemingly checked out of your marriage but no marriage is beyond God’s repair and putting your best foot forward is your best shot to save your marriage. Tune in to learn more about how to be all in for your marr...

Mar 24, 201827 min

Subtle Marriage Killers: Not Considering Your Spouse | Ep. 182

None of us intend to not consider or think of our spouse, but it certainly happens. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the subtle marriage killer of: not considering your spouse. They share practical examples and real life stories. What all does this marriage killer entail and how can you guard your marriage from it? Tune in to find out!

Mar 20, 201825 min

Best of Podcast: Hope and Freedom After Betrayal- Interview with Lynn & David Cherry

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it’s a topic that pains a lot of marriages. This message can bring a lot of help and healing to couples who need it. In this podcast special guests Lynn & David Cherry join Dr. Kim. Lynn is an author and speaker. Lynn and David have been married 25 years and have walked through some incredibly difficult trials in marriage and came out the other side a happy couple. In this podcast they talk about Lynn & Davi...

Mar 17, 201848 min

Subtle Marriage Killers: Constant Complaining | Ep. 180

There are subtle things that can eat away at your marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina discuss the subtle marriage killer of: constant complaining. We are all tempted to complain in marriage but there is a point where it becomes a real issue that can be very harmful. In this episode Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share real life stories and practical tips for how to guard your marriage from this marriage killer. Is complaining an issue in your marriage? Tune in to find out!...

Mar 13, 201826 min

Best of Podcast: Meet with Your Heavenly Father- Interview with Craig & Rachel Denison

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the great response we received the first time it aired. In this podcast special guests Craig & Rachel Denison join Dr. Kim. Craig and Rachel Denison are a husband and wife team. Together they created First15, a fifteen minute devotional that leads you into a fresh encounter with God's presence every day through worship, a devotional thought and guided prayer. In this podcast they talk about their journey and ...

Mar 10, 201842 min

3 Ways to Make Time for Your Spouse- Way 3 | Ep. 179

If we aren’t intentional about spending time together, it won’t happen. In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares ways to make time for your spouse despite the busyness of life. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd and final way today: cultivate a common interest. Are you cultivating a common interest with your spouse? Do you know how to do that well? Tune in to learn more!

Mar 09, 201820 min

3 Ways to Make Time for Your Spouse- Way 2 | Ep. 178

Are you making time for your spouse? In this 3 part series Dr. Kim shares ways to make time for your spouse despite the busyness of life. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd way today: pray together routinely. Tune in to learn why it’s important that you do this with your spouse and how it will benefit your marriage! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to make time for your spouse!

Mar 08, 201819 min
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