100 episodes. What a journey.

In this special milestone episode of Forward, Thomas and Kari record live from Israel as we reflect on the incredible support that has carried us to this moment. From week one to episode 100, your encouragement, messages, shares, and prayers have meant more than we can express.

We take time to say thank you to every listener who tunes in each week, every supporter who shares the podcast, and every family that has grown alongside us through these conversations.

Most of all, we give God the praise. What started as a simple step of obedience has grown into something far bigger than we imagined—and we’re humbled by His faithfulness.

Here’s to 100 episodes in… and moving forward together.

Thank you for listening. Thank you for supporting. And thank you for being part of the journey.

Love doesn’t stay strong by accident, it stays strong on purpose.

In this Valentine’s episode of Forward, Thomas and Kari talk honestly about how to keep your spouse attracted to you—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. We share practical tips on dating after marriage, staying intentional instead of drifting, and why attraction is something you nurture, not assume.

From effort and communication to fun, connection, and consistency, this episode is full of simple but powerful reminders that healthy love requires attention and pursuit.

Because marriage isn’t maintained by history—it’s maintained by intentionality.

Whether you’ve been married 2 years or 20, this conversation will challenge you to date your spouse again and protect the spark that brought you together in the first place.

Love grows where effort lives.

Change is rarely comfortable—but it’s often necessary.

In this episode of Forward, Kari shares the story behind buying an insurance agency and the fears she had to face along the way. We talk honestly about what it looks like to step forward when you don’t feel ready, how fear can either paralyze or propel you, and why making change requires both courage and conviction.

We also discuss the role family support plays when taking big steps, how unity at home makes bold decisions possible, and why growth often happens on the other side of discomfort.

If you’re standing at a crossroads, questioning whether you’re capable of more, this episode is a reminder that faith-filled change is rarely easy—but it’s always worth it.

Sometimes the bravest step forward is simply deciding to move.

Self-control isn’t suppression- it’s direction.

In this segment, Thomas and Kari talk about why feelings are real but unreliable leaders, how discipline actually protects freedom. In a culture driven by impulse, this conversation reframes self-control as a tool for clarity, growth, and lasting freedom. Because real freedom needs direction.

In Part 2 of this conversation, Thomas and Kari focus on one of the most overlooked skills in adulthood: a real apology.

We talk about why true apologies take ownership without explanation or defense, why “I’m sorry” isn’t about being right but about being restored, and how sincere apologies rebuild trust faster than time ever will. We also unpack why adults often struggle to apologize more than children—and how to recognize the difference between a bad apology and a healthy one.

This segment challenges pride, exposes subtle deflection, and reminds us that strong relationships are built on humility, not ego.

Listen in as Kari sits down with the younger generation to gain a fresh perspective and discover how we can meaningfully influence their lives for the Lord.

In a culture that often blames circumstances and avoids accountability, we unpack why real growth begins when we own our choices, take responsibility for our actions, and learn to manage our emotions, habits, and time. We also discuss why apologizing isn’t a weakness, how self-control protects your future, and why unmanaged life eventually leads to unnecessary chaos.

A new year doesn’t require a new version of you- just renewed surrender. In this episode, Thomas talks about what it means to truly leave 2025 behind: failures, distractions, unhealthy rhythms, and spiritual complacency. We walk through practical spiritual and physical resolutions, share encouraging Scripture, and challenge you to start this year with clarity, discipline, and dependence on God. If you’re ready for a reset that’s more than motivation—and rooted in truth—this episode is for you.

In this episode, we talk about leaving 2025 behind; letting go of self-doubt, discouragement, and unresolved failures that don’t belong in the new year. We reflect on how the Psalms steady our hearts, remind us of God’s faithfulness, and help us move forward with hope, truth, and renewed trust in the Lord.

The Christmas season has a way of stirring up memories—some joyful, some painful, and some that remind us of what we wish had been different. In this episode, we talk honestly about the good memories that warm our hearts, the hard memories that still linger, and the new memories God invites us to create right now.