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FamilyLife New Zealand Podcast

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"Fluent in the Gospel: Even If You’re Not a Preacher " interview with Tony Wee

Tony Wee discusses the importance of gospel fluency, emphasizing that evangelism is a duty for all believers, not just evangelists. He shares his personal journey and a practical 'four symbols' method for communicating the gospel, encouraging listeners to embrace culture-making by sharing their faith, even if imperfectly. The episode highlights the surprising openness of non-believers to spiritual conversations and provides a powerful real-life example of how ordinary moments can lead to profound spiritual transformation within communities, promoting multiplication over addition in ministry efforts.

Jul 18, 202542 minSeason 2Ep. 39

The Relationship Lift - Help! How can I get my spouse to a Weekend To Remember?

We know it takes two at the Weekend to Remember . We also know you’re looking for a stronger, more connected relationship. Maybe you’re wondering, “How do I talk to my spouse about a Weekend to Remember?” You don’t have to go it alone. Grab our free download, How To Suggest to Your Spouse the Weekend You Both Need . We’ve seen it all. Maybe your spouse doesn’t think they’re the conference type. Maybe you’re not sure how you’ll pay for the weekend or find childcare. Or maybe you’re not sure your ...

Mar 20, 202521 minSeason 2Ep. 38

The Relationship Lift - The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages with Dr Marcus Warner

What separates happy marriages from miserable ones? Surprisingly, it’s not healthy communication. It’s not conflict resolution skills. It’s actually the size of the marriage’s joy gap. In today’s conversation, we discuss how joy—not just communication—can transform your marriage, practical habits to deepen your connection, and why emotional resilience is key to lasting love. Whether your marriage is thriving or struggling, this conversation offers powerful insights. Watch this on YouTube: https:...

Mar 06, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 37

The Relationship Lift - Control to Surrender (Brick 8)

Letting go of our ability to control the outcome isn’t easy, it requires trust. When we surrender our control to Jesus and yield to His will for our lives and marriages it can feel like a scary place, but ultimately the fruit will be much better than anything we can produce in our own strength. In today’s conversation, we talk about the journey of giving up control of our lives and each other in marriage as we choose surrender instead. This surrender is not to our spouse, but rather to the Lord ...

Oct 03, 202414 minSeason 2Ep. 36

The Relationship Lift - 50/50 to All-In (Brick 7)

Rather than approaching our marriage in the same way we shop for deals and money-back guarantees around boxing day, what if we approached it more like an Olympic athlete approaches their training routine? Today’s conversation is part of our Bricks and Hammer series and we’re talking about how a 50/50 mindset will bring destruction to our marriage whilst taking an “all-in” approach will help us build a strong and lasting relationship. Find out more about building together here: https://www.family...

Sep 26, 202415 minSeason 2Ep. 35

The Relationship Lift - "Strengthen Your Relationship" - Marriage Week NZ

Marriage Week is an opportunity for people to be reminded about the importance of marriage, why it matters, and what you can do to strengthen your marriage relationship. Today’s discussion is part of a 2 part discussion we had before and during marriage week this year - we talked about the importance of investing in your marriage and discussed some tools that we have available to help you on the journey. Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ii716TRQbuk Find out more about building together he...

Sep 19, 202419 minSeason 2Ep. 34

The Relationship Lift - "Valuing and Investing in Your Marriage Every Day" - Marriage Week NZ

Marriage week is an opportunity for us to celebrate the institution of marriage as God designed it for our flourishing and as a space to raise healthy, happy and wholehearted children. It’s also an opportunity for us to look at ways we can be intentional about growing together as a couple and invest in our marriage. Today’s discussion is part of a 2 part discussion we had before and during marriage week this year - We talked about the importance of investing in your marriage and discussed some t...

Sep 17, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 33

The Relationship Lift - Understanding the Heart of a Dad - Fathers Day

Most of us have a dad in our lives. Maybe it’s your biological or spiritual dad, maybe you’re married to a dad, or maybe you’re a friend of a dad. In today’s discussion, we’re looking at understanding the heart of a dad. What are 3 things to understand and what are three ways we can honour the dads in our life? This conversation will strengthen and encourage you if you’re a dad, or it will give you some insights into honouring the dad in your life. Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HNlpSJK...

Aug 29, 202414 minSeason 2Ep. 32

The Relationship Lift - Argumentative to Empathy (Brick 6)

Being correct doesn’t mean we connect. Sometimes we can win the fight, yet lose the battle for oneness in our marriage, but there’s a better way than arguing your way to victory. In today’s conversation, we talk about how to break out of the argumentative cycle by developing empathy and choosing to prioritise understanding above being correct. This is part of the Bricks and Hammer series where we talk about building our relationships with the bricks that will lead to a strong and lasting relatio...

Aug 15, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 31

The Relationship Lift - Entitlement and Discontentment to Gratitude (Brick 5)

We will get more of what we focus on in life. Are you focused on what you're discontent about in your marriage or are you focused on the things you are grateful for? Today’s conversation is part of the Bricks and Hammer series where we talk about building our relationships with the bricks that will lead to a strong and lasting relationship and putting down those hammers that cause destruction. Today we focus on building with gratitude and learning how to be content. Find out more about building ...

Aug 08, 202414 minSeason 2Ep. 30

The Relationship Lift - Blame to Responsibility (Brick 4)

What would our world look like if instead of making excuses, being defensive or shifting blame for our problems, we actually took full responsibility in every relationship? In this interview, we talk about our tendencies to blame and be defensive and how we can consider taking 100% responsibility instead. It’s a life-changing principle and it will certainly strengthen your marriage. Find out more about building together here: https://www.familylife.nz/donate/bricks/ Watch this on YouTube: https:...

Aug 01, 202411 minSeason 2Ep. 29

The Relationship Lift - Anger to Patience (Brick 3)

At times, we all experience emotions of anger towards each other in our marriage. Anger in and of itself is not the problem, but how we respond when we’re angry is. Is it possible to learn how to return to joy from anger and apply the virtue of patience instead? We think it is. Find out more about building together here: https://www.familylife.nz/donate/bricks/ Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aImDGXG3e1A For more info about FamilyLife NZ go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: fam...

Jul 25, 202413 minSeason 2Ep. 28

The Relationship Lift - Let's talk about pride (Brick 2)

Let's talk about pride for a moment and how NOT to make your marriage fall apart. Our relationships, just like our homes, need maintenance and some tender loving care. Sometimes we need to repaint, and sometimes a complete renovation is required. Find out more about building together here: https://www.familylife.nz/donate/bricks/ Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/umzNCTYkxUI For more info about FamilyLife NZ go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: familylife.nz/events For more resou...

Jul 18, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 27

The Relationship Lift - Service, the Antidote to Selfishness (Brick 1)

Our relationships, just like our homes, need maintenance and some tender loving care. Sometimes we need to repaint, and sometimes a complete renovation is required. Marriage involves a little bit of compromise and a lot less selfishness, right? Today we discuss building your home through metaphorical bricks - using a brick of service and avoiding the hammer of selfishness. Find out more about building together here: https://www.familylife.nz/donate/bricks/ Watch this on YouTube: https://www.yout...

Jul 11, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 26

The Relationship Lift - Bricks and Hammers

Our relationships, just like our homes, need maintenance and some tender loving care. Sometimes we need to repaint, and sometimes a complete renovation is required. Today’s conversation is the start of a new series on bricks and hammers. That’s right we’re talking about the types of bricks that we want to build into our marriage and then the hammers that we sometimes employ to our own detriment. Join us now for part 1 of this new series. Find out more about building together here: https://www.fa...

Jul 04, 202413 minSeason 2Ep. 25

The Relationship Lift - First Things First

Today we discuss putting "First Things First" by using this amazing resource to bring your two worlds together and put some structure into your lives. Step back and take control of your marriage, your family, your life! Check out the resource here: https://www.familylife.nz/online-store/marriage/first-things-first/ For more info about FamilyLife NZ, go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: familylife.nz/events/weekend-to-remember For more resources from FamilyLife NZ, listen to our podcast...

Jan 29, 202413 minSeason 2Ep. 24

The Relationship Lift - Teaching Kids About The Joy Of Jesus - Christmas Series

Finding it hard to find Joy in this season? Want to know where to find it and how it actually starts? Here’s what we need to know about how to model joy to our kids authentically, learn from the ways in which Jesus was ‘present’ for people, and how by doing some simple things you can light up their world! For more info about FamilyLife NZ, go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: familylife.nz/events/weekend-to-remember For more resources from FamilyLife NZ, listen to our podcast: familyli...

Dec 23, 202313 minSeason 2Ep. 23

The Relationship Lift - Relationships Under Pressure - Christmas Series

When life gets busy, the pressure tends to build. When we’re stressed we might not be our best selves and this can lead to pressure in our relationships and for underlying issues to become prevailing issues that lead to isolation. If you’re overwhelmed or under pressure right now, there’s HOPE. For more info about FamilyLife NZ, go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: familylife.nz/events/weekend-to-remember For more resources from FamilyLife NZ, listen to our podcast: familylife.nz/podca...

Dec 22, 202313 minSeason 2Ep. 22

The Relationship Lift - Don't Carry The Donkey (Managing Expectations) - Christmas Series

Christmas can be a busy time of year and the idea is for it to be a season of celebration and joy, but it can easily turn into chaos and perhaps even resentment as we manage competing priorities and differing expectations. How do we make sure this upcoming holiday we have peace in our home? For more info about FamilyLife NZ, go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: familylife.nz/events/weekend-to-remember For more resources from FamilyLife NZ, listen to our podcast: familylife.nz/podcast F...

Dec 21, 202312 minSeason 2Ep. 21

The Relationship Lift - Doing Christmas Together - Christmas Series

Let's talk passing the pepper pot, thinking less about yourself and rather about how you can be of service to others - especially your spouse and children this festive season. We learn about practising gratitude, extending grace, going slow, giving space, swapping roles and managing conflict. For more info about FamilyLife NZ, go to: familylife.nz To register for an event: familylife.nz/events/weekend-to-remember For more resources from FamilyLife NZ, listen to our podcast: familylife.nz/podcast...

Dec 20, 202312 minSeason 2Ep. 20

The Relationship Lift - Holidays and Celebrations (Marriage Mentoring)

Celebrating life’s special moments are important. These memories build into the story of who we are as a couple or as a family. When we bring different backgrounds and family traditions with different expectations into our marriage, there’s bound to be competing priorities and we need to create our own traditions that incorporate the best of our backgrounds. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out ...

Dec 07, 202313 minSeason 2Ep. 19

The Relationship Lift - Parenting (Marriage Mentoring)

Parenting is an opportunity to work together and strengthen our relationship. It’s the fruit of the “new thing” that we have become as a married couple. It’s an opportunity for us to leave a legacy and build the tribe that God has called us to be. We need to work together as a team. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage...

Nov 30, 202311 minSeason 2Ep. 18

The Relationship Lift - Emotional and Physical Intimacy (Marriage Mentoring)

The goal of marriage is oneness, and oneness is only achieved through intimacy. Emotional and physical intimacy go hand in hand and it requires trust, vulnerability, and a heart to serve one another’s needs This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Nov 23, 202310 minSeason 2Ep. 17

The Relationship Lift - Fun and Recreation (Marriage Mentoring)

All human beings have a need for fun and recreation of some sort. If we are deprived of this or our joy tank is empty, we won’t function like our best selves. If we’re not intentional as a couple or family about what fun and recreation look like, we’ll default to becoming slaves to the easy, destructive “out” that technology offers. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marri...

Nov 16, 202311 minSeason 2Ep. 16

The Relationship Lift - Spirituality and Faith in Marriage (Marriage Mentoring)

We were created as spirit, soul, and body, and the way we practise our faith in our marriage plays a big part in our union. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Nov 09, 202313 minSeason 2Ep. 15

The Relationship Lift - Household Partnership (Marriage Mentoring)

Building a home together requires us to serve one another through the principles of sacrifice, partnership and servanthood. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Nov 02, 202312 minSeason 2Ep. 14

The Relationship Lift - Pace and Priorities (Marriage Mentoring)

Our pace and priorities in life can either be healthy for our relationship as a couple and our common goals as a family, or it can be the source of tension and disconnect that causes us to drift apart. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Oct 19, 20239 minSeason 2Ep. 13

The Relationship Lift - Money, marriage, and our journey towards financial intimacy (Marriage Mentoring)

Our relationship with money can be a major source of tension in our marriage. Working towards unity in this area of our relationship can lead to great joy, satisfaction and blessing. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Oct 12, 202311 minSeason 2Ep. 12

The Relationship Lift - Rituals and Habits (Marriage Mentoring)

Rituals and Habits have the power to make or break a relationship. When was the last time you evaluated your daily, weekly, or monthly rituals as a couple? This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Sep 28, 202312 minSeason 2Ep. 11

The Relationship Lift - Conflict and practising the art of forgiveness (Marriage Mentoring)

Conflict exists in all relationships. How you deal with it makes all the difference. Here are a few things that are needed for relationships to thrive when dealing with conflict. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Mentor here: https://www.familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/become-mentors/...

Sep 14, 202313 minSeason 2Ep. 10
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