In today's episode, we will discover the profound connections between the Jewish Temples and the Christian Church, exploring their significance both scripturally and in our lives. Join us as we unravel the historical context of these sacred spaces and discuss how they relate to the broader narrative of God's plan for humanity. We start with a look at the Old Testament and the pivotal role of the Jewish Temple, from its inception as the Tabernacle in the wilderness to the grand temples bu...
May 14, 2024•48 min•Season 8Ep. 11
In this episode, we discuss the prophecies in scripture that were fulfilled regarding Jesus' ministry, death, and resurrection. The Bible is unlike any other book, as it bases its authenticity and authority on prophecy. We'll explore some of the incredible Old Testament prophecies about Jesus, and how these were fulfilled in the New Testament. From His miraculous birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection, prophecy played a crucial role in establishing the authenticity of scripture a...
May 07, 2024•40 min•Season 8Ep. 10
In today's episode, we explore some of the awe-inspiring prophecies regarding Jesus' birth and discuss their profound significance to our faith. Join us as we embark on a new series that not only reflects on the prophecies about Jesus' birth, life, death, and the eternal marriage of Christ to His bride but also illuminates how these discussions can strengthen our marriages. Through exploring these divine predictions, we uncover the power of prophecy in Scripture, engage with the hist...
Apr 23, 2024•54 min•Season 8Ep. 9
In this heartwarming episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we share a topic close to our hearts: the power of words in our relationships with our children. As we wrap up our insightful words series, we offer a glimpse into the biblical foundations that guide our conversations, sharing seven key phrases from the Bible that we believe can profoundly impact our children's hearts and minds. From the sunny moments spent gardening and studying outside to our family's cherished inside joke...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 8Ep. 8
In this episode, we open our hearts and share personal stories, including the challenges we faced when words were misused and the joy of rediscovering our harmony. From discussing the anticipation and differences of our current pregnancy to the spiritual growth within our family, this episode is a testament to the fact that communication is the bedrock of a thriving marriage. We highlight "7 Words Every Spouse Needs to Hear" - phrases that carry weight beyond their simplicity. These word...
Mar 26, 2024•50 min•Season 8Ep. 7
The power of the words we speak to ourselves cannot be overstated, and in this episode, we're going back to the source of all life and truth - the Bible. We'll explore seven pivotal words and the scriptures that have the power to revolutionize the way we think, act, and relate to our spouses. From understanding what it truly means to believe to embracing the freedom Christ offers, this episode is a heartfelt journey into the heart of God's promises for our lives and marriages. Throug...
Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 8Ep. 6
LISTEN FOR OUR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT :) Hey, we’re Aaron and Jennifer Smith, hosts of the Marriage After God podcast. In this episode, we delve into specific Bible stories that reveal the profound impact of words. Welcome back to our podcast! If you haven't already, please take a moment to subscribe to our channel. And after listening, we'd appreciate it if you could leave us a rating and review. If you're watching on YouTube, feel free to drop a comment! Topic: The Power of Words Ill...
Mar 05, 2024•47 min•Season 8Ep. 5
In this episode, we discuss an important truth - the words we choose to receive and believe directly impact and direct the course of our lives. We see in Proverbs that wisdom and understanding come from knowing and accepting words of insight. Like Jesus' parable of seeds and soil, words only take root and have power in us when we fully receive and believe them. We share examples of how believing certain words led to accomplishing dreams like getting out of debt and writing our book, Marriage...
Feb 27, 2024•53 min•Season 8Ep. 4
In this episode, we explore an incredible but overlooked truth - words are spiritual things! Just as God spoke the world into existence, what we say also carries spiritual power and implications. We look at 1 John 4 on "testing the spirits" and see this refers to assessing the words and messages people speak to determine their origin - from God or not. Jesus calls His own words "spirit and life." But does the Bible give us any other scripture to show us how words are spirit? Unde...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 8Ep. 3
In this episode, we explore the incredible power words have to our world and our marriage, tracing this truth back to the creation story. Just as God spoke the world into being, the enemy tempted and deceived using words. We see through stories like the Tower of Babel how unified language and common words allowed people to accomplish anything. And how having the same words in our marriage can allow us to accomplish anything in our marriages. The printing press revolution spread ideas widely and ...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 8Ep. 2
In this episode, we share that we are bringing back video to our podcast! We started out years ago with video but took a break to focus just on audio. Now we're excited to add in some visual elements again. We recap what the start of 2024 has held- grieving my brother's passing, celebrating Jennifer's birthday and our 17th anniversary, and dealing with pipes freezing in our home. It's been an eventful and emotionally challenging start to the year. We then introduce our new 8-week...
Feb 06, 2024•33 min•Season 8Ep. 1
In this fun holiday episode, we are sharing 12 creative Christmas date night ideas for married couples! The Christmas season is full of romance with the lights, music and cozy weather. We want to encourage you to take advantage and plan some intentional couple time. We share why dating your spouse is so important: it makes you both feel cherished, gets you out of routine, leads to romantic intimacy, and models healthy marriage for your kids. Staying connected through dating prevents drifting ove...
Dec 07, 2023•34 min•Season 7Ep. 39
In this special Thanksgiving episode, we are sharing about the immense value of serving others together in marriage. While the holiday may look different for all of us this year, we want to encourage you with the blessings, unity and purpose that come from adopting a lifestyle of service as a couple. We start by reflecting on our own journey of serving in various capacities over the years - from youth ministry, to nonprofits, to family and friends. Making service a shared activity has built life...
Nov 22, 2023•47 min•Season 7Ep. 38
This episode concludes our 8-part series walking through the Lord's Prayer. Listen to all parts for more marriage wisdom. In this episode, we finish The Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:13, the final verse in the Lord's Prayer. We discuss Jesus' personal experience with temptation and how God never tempts us. We encourage listeners to rely on God daily for deliverance from temptation and evil and how God has not only taken care of the consequences of sin but also has provided away for ...
Nov 16, 2023•42 min•Season 7Ep. 37
In this episode we dive into Matthew 6:12 and the importance of forgiveness in marriage. We discuss how forgiveness requires trusting God to transform our hearts and align with Christ's example on the cross. This episode aims to encourage couples to pray for the humility and grace to forgive often in marriage. Topics Discussed: Jesus teaches us to pray for forgiveness Understanding what it means to be a debtor Forgiveness sets us free even if debt remains Forgiving as we've been forgiven...
Nov 02, 2023•44 min•Season 7Ep. 36
In this episode, we focus on Matthew 6:11, where Jesus teaches us to pray for our "daily bread." We discuss how God's Word and prayer are our spiritual nourishment and should be daily fuel for our marriages. This episode aims to encourage couples to make Bible reading and prayer non-negotiable daily habits in order to have thriving, God-dependent marriages. Topics Discussed: Jesus as the bread of life Daily consuming God's Word God's Word as nourishment for marriage Making pr...
Oct 26, 2023•43 min•Season 7Ep. 35
This episode focuses on Matthew 6:10 and what it means to pray for God's kingdom and will in our marriages. We discuss aligning our desires with God's, pursuing His heart in prayer, and walking in obedience. This episode aims to encourage listeners to evaluate their motivations in prayer and develop a more sincere, obedient prayer life. Topics Discussed: Praying for God's kingdom and will in marriage Examining our motivations and desires in prayer Pursuing God's heart versus our ...
Oct 19, 2023•47 min•Season 7Ep. 34
This episode explores principles we can apply from Jesus' teaching on prayer in Matthew 6:9-13. We discuss how starting our prayers by acknowledging God as our heavenly Father affects our heart posture. We also touch on coming to God freely as His children to share all parts of our life, while still revering His holiness. This episode aims to encourage listeners to strengthen their intimacy with God the Father in prayer. Topics Discussed: Praying to God as a good heavenly Father Approaching ...
Oct 12, 2023•34 min•Season 7Ep. 33
Our prayer must not be self-centered. It must arise not only because we feel our own need as a burden we must lay upon God, but also because we are so bound up in love for our fellow men that we feel their need acutely as our own. To make intercession for men is the most powerful and practical way in which we can express our love for them. - John Calvin When it comes to prayer, we often worry about the right words to say or wonder if we are praying “enough.” But Jesus teaches us in Matthew 6 tha...
Oct 05, 2023•42 min•Season 7Ep. 32
Get your copy of "The Marriage Gift: 365 Prayers For Our Marriage" today! HTTP://themarriagegift.com Welcome back to Part 2 of our enlightening 8-week series on prayer. Last week, we delved deep into understanding the essence of true prayer. If you missed it, don't fret! Simply hit play after this episode and enjoy a double dose of spiritual nourishment. Before we dive in, we have some exciting news! Alongside this podcast series, we've crafted an 8-part devotional exclusively fo...
Sep 28, 2023•33 min•Season 7Ep. 31
Support this podcast and your marriage and grab a copy of The Marriage Gift: 365 Prayers For Our Marriage today! HTTP://themarriagegift.com This 8-part series will go through the teaching of Jesus on prayer in Matthew 6. Each episode of this 8 part series will discuss one or 2 verses from his teaching on prayer and pull out the lessons and principles that we can apply to our own prayer journey in our personal life and marriage. Episode 1 will focus on Matthew 6:5 "And when you pray, you must...
Sep 21, 2023•35 min•Season 7Ep. 30
Support this podcast by Ordering a copty of our newest 1-Year Marriage Prayer Devotional: HTTP://themarriagegift.com Welcome back to the "Marriage After God" podcast with your hosts, Aaron and Jennifer Smith. In this second installment of our two-part series on "10 Relationships in the Bible That Can Inspire Your Marriage," we delve deeper into the intricate dynamics of biblical relationships and their profound lessons. Today, we explore: Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5): A cautiona...
Sep 14, 2023•48 min•Season 7Ep. 29
Do you love this podcast? If so please consider joining the Marriage After God patron Team. https://marriageaftergod.com/patron In this 2 part podcast series, we discuss the various spiritual and practical insights that we find through some of the most powerful relationship stories throughout the Bible. In part 1 of this series, we discus stories from the od testament and in part 2 we will discuss relationships we find in the new testament. We pray the insights we explorer in this episode bless ...
Sep 07, 2023•55 min•Season 7Ep. 28
Pre-order our 1-year marriage prayer devotional today! Themarriagegift.com Intro: Exploring the mystery of memory: Why did God give us the ability to remember things? The intangible nature of memory and its profound impact on our daily lives. The divine purpose: Memories from the past guiding our present. God's command to the Israelites: Remember your origins, struggles, and His salvation. The essence of memory: Applying past lessons to present circumstances. Emphasizing the importance of re...
Aug 31, 2023•48 min•Season 7Ep. 27
A unique episode awaits! But first, a small request: If you're enjoying our podcast, please leave us a star rating and review. This helps others discover our show. Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform & never miss an episode. Main Topic: The Marriage Gift : Introducing our new 1-Year Marriage prayer devotional. Pre-Order Today -> HTTP://themarriagegift.com Podcast Interviews : Sharing insights and deeper thoughts from our recent podcast interviews...
Aug 24, 2023•41 min•Season 7Ep. 26
Introduction: Welcome to a Journey of Encouragement Join us as we explore the transformative power of positive affirmation in marriage. Discover how a single word of encouragement can change your day. Sponsored by: "The Marriage Gift: 365 prayers for our marriage." Strengthen your marriage through prayer. Visit themarriagegift.com . Celebrations and Reflections: Truett's Birthday and Affirmation Insights Truett's Birthday: Family fun with blueberry cake, park visits, and teaching...
Aug 11, 2023•47 min•Season 7Ep. 25
Welcome to a new episode of the Marriage After God podcast, where we explore the pursuit of happiness in marriage. Are you seeking happiness in your relationship? Do you feel like joy is elusive in your marital life? Do you ever look at other couples and wonder why you can't experience the same level of happiness? Happiness is a universal pursuit. Many of us go to great lengths to experience and achieve happiness in life. We all yearn for that feeling of contentment, that regardless of what&...
Aug 04, 2023•57 min•Season 7Ep. 24
Welcome to the halfway point of the year! This can be a challenging time for many of us who started the year strong with important goals but have yet to achieve them. For others, you might be on track but find your motivation waning as the year progresses. Today, we're here to remind you that your goals matter and it's not too late to refocus on the finish line. Let's keep the pace of your progress and cheer you on toward achieving those things you hoped to tackle this year. It’s go ...
Jul 20, 2023•47 min•Season 7Ep. 23
Introduction In this episode, we explore the power of understanding in marriage, focusing on the moments of vulnerability that allow us to truly know each other. We discuss the importance of delicate conversations that lead to understanding, reconciliation, or change. Join us as we share insights on how to handle these conversations for the sake of unity in marriage. Sponsor: Marriage After God Patron Team This episode is brought to you by our faithful patron team. These individuals have chosen ...
Jul 14, 2023•46 min•Season 7Ep. 22
In this episode, we delve into the core elements that make a marriage not just survive, but thrive. We go beyond the usual suspects of communication, healthy sex life, mutual respect, and financial stability. Instead, we focus on the foundational aspects that precede and outlast these factors. We believe that building a lasting marriage requires action, intention, and a willingness to do the work. So, let's dive in! Sponsor: Marriage After God Patron Team This episode is brought to you by ou...
Jul 06, 2023•51 min•Season 7Ep. 21
