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•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Ep 37•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast Support this podcast, Become a Patron: https://marriageaftergod.com/patron or buy one of our many marriage resources: https://shop.marriageaftergod.com In this episode, we open up about our personal struggle with a sexless marriage, something we grappled with for many years. We delve into our journey, discuss the common causes of a sexless marriage, and provide potential solutions that helped us and may help other couples too. While each couple's experience is unique, we hope our story provi...
Jun 22, 2023•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's episode, we're picking up 'Habits Of The Household' by Justin Whitmel Earley. Join us as we delve into the seemingly mundane daily rituals that, in reality, hold a profound influence in our lives. We're all guilty of dismissing these small tasks as trivial - scrolling on our phone, deciding what to eat, or even how we put the kids to bed. However, it's time to reconsider their significance. After all, anything we do every day makes up a significant portion ...
Jun 08, 2023•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast When a husband prays for his wife, he opens the gates of heaven and carries her over the threshold directly into the throne room of God. When a husband prays for his wife , he prays for himself since they are one. When a husband prays for his wife , he lays himself down in order to raise her up. The question is, will he pray? In this episode of the 'Marriage After God' podcast, hosts Aaron and Jennifer Smith discuss the transformative power of a husband praying for his wife. Drawing from...
May 25, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join Our Patron Team -> marriageaftergod.com/patron Join Our Free Daily Prayer Email -> marriageprayerchallenge.com Buy Our Best Selling Prayer Books -> shop.marriageaftergod.com Oswald Chambers once said, “We tend to use prayer as a last resort, but God wants it to be our first line of defense. We pray when there's nothing else we can do, but God wants us to pray before we do anything at all.” Often times we pray in the midst of our despair when we have exhausted all of our own wis...
May 18, 2023•43 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast When God heard the cries of His people in Egypt under the harsh rule and oppression of their master, he sent Moses to bring them a message of hope and comfort. He had a plan not just to bring them out of there suffering but to draw them closer to Himself. He told Moses to tell the people that He would rescue them and redeem them with an outstretched arm. He said, “ I will take you to be my people, and I will be your God, and you shall know that I am the LORD your God, who has brought you out fro...
May 04, 2023•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast There is a temptation that comes for all of us and often we fall for it. It comes when we are distracted and least expect it. This temptation disguises itself in many different ways but always has the same desire and comes from the same place, deep within us. This temptation when given in to causes us to deflate, detract and desire to completely retreat. It is the temptation to give up when things get hard. This week's episode is brought to you by our faithful patron team. These are men and ...
Apr 27, 2023•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you have been blessed by our free marriage after god content wed love to invite you to join our patron team. Please visit marriageaftergod.com/patron Join us as we delve into the profound impact of humility on relationships, particularly in marriage. We explore the contrasts between pride and humility, the benefits of walking humbly, and share personal anecdotes and insights. Show Notes: Humility and Justice: Reflection on the importance of justice, kindness, and humility. Introduction to the...
Apr 20, 2023•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast GIVEAWAY!!!!!! Today's episode is brought to you by our faithful patron team who have chosen to help financially support this show monthly. And since today is my birthday I want to try something a little different. If you sign up today to be a part of our faithful patron team, at any level, you will be entered for a chance to receive a copy of each of our marriage books for free and will also be added to a special list of people who will get one of the first copies of our newest book coming ...
Apr 06, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Todays episode is brought to you by our free 30-day marriage prayer challenge. And our free 30day parenting prayer challenge. When you sign up for either of the challenges or both you will receive an email every day with scripture and topics for you to pray for your spouse and you son or daughter. We hope to inspire and encourage a consistent and robust prayer life with this challenge and want to invite you to sign up for free today. Simply visit http://marriageprayerchallenge.com/ or parentingp...
Mar 30, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do you determine what’s important in your marriage? How do you navigate marriage when you have different interests and hobbies than your spouse? Today we are going to explore the art of learning alongside each to grow in the things we love, sharing in the experience together and nurturing our marriage relationship by choosing to like what each other loves. Today's episode is brought to you by our faithful patron team who have chosen to help financially support this show monthly. Here is ...
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