In this episode, Brent and Lucy discuss the downside of cohabitation, also known as 'shacking up.' They highlight the common reasons why couples choose to live together before marriage, such as financial benefits and testing the relationship. They stress the importance of honoring God's design for marriage and the need for commitment and security in a relationship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

04:18 The Commonality of Cohabitation

09:38 Discovering Incompatibilities

14:28 Uncertainty and Lack of Commitment

29:14 Negative Judgment from Others

Article: The Downside of Cohabiting

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In this episode of Covenant Army Podcast, Brent and Lucy discuss the topic of criticism and how it can negatively affect the marriage relationship.

Article: How to Stop Criticism in Marriage … For Good
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In this episode of the Covenant Army podcast, Brent and Lucy discuss the importance of keeping a marriage hot and passionate.

Article: 3 Ways to Keep Your Marriage “HOT”

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In this episode, Brent and Lucy have a discussion on the purpose and benefits of marriage, including its role in establishing a stable society and its significance as a sacred covenant between couples and God.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Reflection on Spring Break

01:00 Exploring Different Resources on Marriage

05:08 The Importance of Marriage and the Damage of Divorce

07:41 The Debate on Whether Men Should Get Married

11:02 The Purpose and Benefits of Marriage

22:08 Marriage as a Sacred Covenant

23:59 The Importance of Remembering Wedding Vows

25:26 Marriage as a Sacred Agreement

26:25 Marriage as More Than a Piece of Paper

28:55 Marriage Benefits Individuals and Children

30:23 Marriage as the Best Way to Raise Children

32:47 Marriage Creates a Safe Relationship

33:46 Marriage as a Deep Level of Intimacy and Connection

36:13 Marriage as a Powerful Synergy

42:36 Marriage Helps Us Become More Like Christ

46:53 Marriage Gives Us What We Need

47:51 Marriage Reflects the Relationship Between Christ and the Church

Article: 9 Reasons To Get Married

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In this episode of Covenant Army Podcast, Brent and Lucy discuss the impact of social media on marriage and provide tips for safeguarding relationships.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Impact of Social Media on Marriage

02:26 The Importance of Joint Social Media Accounts

08:08 Tips to Safeguard Your Marriage on Social Media

11:29 Avoiding Social Media After Disagreements

13:15 Being Each Other's Best Fan and Follower

21:31 Limiting Time Spent on Social Media

23:24 Setting Boundaries Regarding Social Media

28:10 Being Transparent and Avoiding Secrets

30:42 Avoiding Contact with Exes on Social Media

32:39 Never Talking Bad About Each Other in Public

34:31 Being Cautious of What and Who You Like

37:22 Limiting What You Share on Social Media

40:15 Conclusion: Social Media as a Tool, Not a Master

Article: 10 Tips to Reduce Effects of Social Media on Marriage

https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/social-media-effects-on-your-marriage/

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In this episode of Covenant Army Podcast, Brent and Lucy discuss the importance of dating in marriage. They address the common issue of dating tapering off after marriage and the impact it can have on the relationship. They emphasize the need for intentional dating and the role it plays in teaching children about healthy relationships.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Dating Tapers Off After Marriage

01:27 Shifting Focus to Kids

06:07 Dating in Marriage

09:02 Shifting Priorities

10:02 Modeling Dating for Children

11:31 Recognizing the Importance of Dating

12:00 Recognizing Relationship Issues

13:26 Excuses: Lack of Money and Time

16:19 Impactful Lessons for Children

21:36 Friday Date Day

23:33 Teaching Affection to Children

29:22 Overcoming Excuses: Money and Time

36:40 Consequences of Not Dating

38:29 Conclusion

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In this episode of Covenant Army Podcast, Brent and Lucy discuss Christian dating tips and the importance of putting God first in relationships. They emphasize the need to trust God's plan and be confident in one's own identity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:55 Christian Dating Tips

06:12 Trust His Plan

08:45 Be Confident in Who You Are

10:12 Know What You're Looking For

21:57 Be Confident in Your Boundaries

27:13 Be Wary of Optionitis

33:01 Conclusion

Article: 7 PIECES OF CHRISTIAN DATING ADVICE:  TIPS FOR RELATIONSHIPS

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In this episode, Brent and Lucy discuss the godly character traits that women should possess. They emphasize the importance of these traits in both dating and marriage. They highlight the significance of these traits in building a strong and godly relationship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:27 Godly Character Traits for Women

05:10 Diligent

06:38 Submissive

08:34 Wise

15:21 Virtuous

20:21 Grateful

22:39 Courageous

25:30 Trusting

28:05 Hardworking

32:50 Committed

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In this episode, Brent and Lucy discuss the godly characteristics that women should look for in men when dating. They emphasize the importance of interdependence in marriage and the need for financial responsibility, strong leadership, protection, compassion, decisiveness, trustworthiness, industriousness, generosity, and commitment. They encourage men to embody these traits and provide guidance for women in identifying them in potential partners.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Interdependence in Marriage

03:26 Godly Characteristics in Men

07:08 Financial Responsibility

07:38 Strong Leadership

08:07 Protection

08:36 Compassion

09:04 Decisiveness

09:33 Trustworthiness

10:26 Industriousness

11:00 Generosity

11:25 Commitment

16:26 Conclusion

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In this episode, Brent and Lucy discuss the difference between dating and courting, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in relationships. They explore the distinction between infatuation and love, highlighting the characteristics of each.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Difference Between Dating and Courting

03:14 The Purpose of Dating and Courting

07:10 The Importance of Intentionality in Dating

09:21 The Difference Between Infatuation and Love

29:50 The Characteristics of Love

35:07 The Importance of Guarding Your Heart and Giving in Love

38:00 Wrapping Up and Looking Forward to Godly Characteristics in Dating

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