Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Today, we are having a conversation about how we talk to each other in marriage. Specifically, we will be discussing ineffective ways we speak to each other and how we can improve our conversation with our spouse.
On today's episode we are sharing a behind the scenes "look" at how we connect on a specific day of the week. This episode is not like our normal show but it's sure to have you laughing and thinking about how you will connect with your spouse.
Ladies, has your husband ever expressed to you that he thinks his contribution of going to work is enough? A lot of husbands feel like working is the biggest contribution to the relationship and their work absolves them of any responsibility to help with household chores. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna, share how you can get past this in your marriage and begin to move forward.
Today, Big Rich and DeAnna celebrate 100 episodes of the Growing In Marriage podcast. Listen as they celebrate this important milestone.
Are your differences keeping you apart, or are they pulling you closer together? When we celebrate our differences rather than seeing them as something that separates you, they become incredibly powerful to create new intimacy and new levels of engagement in your marriage. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna, talk about celebrating the things that make us different.
Everyone has a question or two they don't want to answer or would rather not be asked. Today, we are asking the hard questions. Listen as Big Rich and DeAnna explore these questions and share how you can grow and connect with your spouse through these difficult inquiries.
Marriage isn't all roses. Ask any couple. Marriage gets hard at times. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna discuss why marriage gets hard and how you can weather the storm.
On today's podcast we are talking to Newlyweds. This podcast is for you. My brother Tom married his best friend, Toni, and she is amazing! We asked our followers on Instagram to give their best advice to Newlyweds and we are going to share what they wrote and some of our own wisdom as well. Happy listening, it's a great episode.
Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who always needs to be right? You know the type, it's their way or no way, all the time. Today Big Rich and DeAnna discuss how you can move past being right and work together to find a solution that works best for the marriage.
It's not always easy to be compassionate and merciful to your spouse. But, as Jesus demonstrates, it's our compassion for one another that should lead us to acts of service. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna discuss the significance of the parable of the Good Samaritan and how it relates to your marriage to transform your relationship.
Listen as Big Rich and DeAnna discuss some distinguishing marks of a Christian marriage and why yours should be different than most relationships.
How is your marriage doing? Can you openly and freely talk to your spouse regarding the state of your relationship? Today Big Rich and DeAnna discuss how you can have a profitable State of the Marriage meeting.
Growing in our relationship with God is a journey, not a series of tasks and goals. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna talk about how couples can grow in their relationship with God together, as husband and wife, and how to overcome some of the common pitfalls that frustrate us and cause us to give up.
Listening is a skill everyone should have in their tool belt. It's also a tool we should constantly fine tune and sharpen because it pays huge dividends. On today's podcast, Big Rich and DeAnna, talk about the importance of becoming proficient in the art of listening and how you can make small changes to ensure your spouse feels heard, validated and understood.
Today, Big Rich and DeAnna talk about how important it is that we address the issue of our speech and how we talk to our spouse. Our speech can set us up for success, or it can sabotage our interactions before they even begin. Learn about the core reason our tongues give us so much trouble and what we can do about it.
Looking back on your marriage, do you recognize any misconceptions about marriage you may have had prior to saying, "I do?" Well, we are sharing a few of our misconceptions, and shedding a little light on why having misconceptions can be doing more damage to your relationship than you think. Relax and enjoy this light hearted conversation that is sure to make you chuckle.
We had the amazing opportunity to travel to Seattle and attend The Art and Science of Love by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. Today we are sharing our experience and some of the highlights of the conference. Book Reference: Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love Scripture References: Matthew 7:12 Mark 12:31 Proverbs 15:1...
What's the difference between a marriage on autopilot versus one that is fully engage and deeply connected? Purpose and intentionality. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna talk about what it means to have a marriage on autopilot and how to remedy the relationship if it just coasting along. Scripture references: Proverbs 1:32 (ESV, NCV) Luke 12:13-21 James 4:17
On today's episode, we welcome our guests, Aaron and Jennifer Smith, and we are talking with them about their new book, Marriage After God. For a chance to win a copy of their new book, visit www.growinginmarriage.com and enter by clicking the link on our home page.
Making time for yourself can be pretty challenging. But when you take the time for yourself you come back to your spouse better. On today's episode we are talking about the importance of taking time in your marriage to recharge, relax and refresh.
How do I pray for my spouse? We are asked this question often. Prayer doesn't have to be difficult, but for some, it is. If you are one of those people who find prayer challenging, this podcast is for you. We are going to direct you down the right path and offer three tangible ways you can change your outlook and practice of prayer. Scripture references: Matthew 7:7-11 3 John 2 Psalms 46:1 Proverbs 21:17 Galatians 5:16, 22-23 John 15:1-12 Ecclesiastes 2:24-26; 5:18-20...
What do you do when you and your spouse are unable to see eye-to-eye? How do you get on the same page? Today, Big Rich and DeAnna, answer a Listener's question regarding a situation he is currently facing in his marriage. It's a problem every marriage faces and one that has real potential to create deep intimacy and lasting connection or fuel anger and isolation. Scripture references: Luke 9:23 Phil. 2:3 James 1:5
Today, Big Rich and DeAnna, discuss four things they wish they would have done sooner in their marriage. Every marriage suffers from bad choices and mistakes. Learning from those choices and mistakes is the goal. Today, we want you to learn from our examples. Scriptures used: Proverbs 12:27 Proverbs 24:30-34 Proverbs 26:15-16 Proverbs 11:14
There are specific markers in one's professional career that stand out above the others. Today is one of those days. We are having our first Ted Talk! Today, we welcome Ted Lowe as our guest. Ted is one of the co-hosts of the Married People Podcast. Ted has been responsible for shaping marriages and marriage ministries all across the county. To find out more about Ted and his ministry you can visit marriedpeople.org or visit @marriedpeople on Facebook or Instagram. Today Big Rich and DeAnna talk...
Today Big Rich and DeAnna discuss "5 Things Your Husband Wants You To Know About His Sexuality." This fun, candid conversation about sex will make you laugh, challenge your perspectives and give you the boldness you may need to have a courageous conversation with your spouse.
On today's show Big Rich and DeAnna talk about living with a spouse who has low self esteem.
When trust is given, rarely do we expect it to be broken. However, when someone breaks their word, repairing the breach can be difficult waters to navigate. Today, Big Rich and DeAnna start a conversation around rebuilding trust and what that actually means. Maybe, more importantly, what it looks like.
Thanks for joining us for part two of our conversation with Jimmy and Rachel Barkley. If you have not listened to part one of this interview, you do not want to want to miss it. Go back and listen before diving into this episode (or go back and listen after you consume this one, haha). Developing a strong sense of self is important. Not having a strong sense of self can be detrimental, not only for you, but your marriage. On today's podcast, we are talking to Jimmy and Rachel Barkley of Revival ...
Developing a strong sense of self is important. Not having a strong sense of self can be detrimental, not only for you, but your marriage. On today's podcast, we are talking to Jimmy and Rachel Barkley of Revival House Podcast ( www.revivalhouse.org ). They are sharing how identity and a strong sense of self can be developed. Jimmy and Rachel are Marriage Coaches and are certified in the Life Languages Profile. For a chance to win a free Life Languages Profile, visit www.growinginmarriage.com....
Today, we are answering a question from Stacy, who asks, "What are some great ways to improve communication?" DeAnna and I will give five keys to better understand one another and to help you build lasting intimacy in your marriage.
