In this episode, Thomas and Kari get real about what happens when the feelings fade in marriage. Love isn’t always easy,  but it’s always worth choosing. They talk about the difference between covenant and contract, how to love when it’s hard, and why grace is the glue that holds couples together. Whether your marriage is thriving or just surviving, this honest, hope-filled conversation will remind you that love is a choice, and God’s design still works.

In this final part, Thomas and Kari talk about what it means to live with grace in everyday life. Learn how to build a home, ministry, and mindset where excellence thrives; not through pressure, but through peace. Discover how letting go of perfection opens the door to joy, creativity, and authentic faith.

In this follow-up episode, Thomas and Kari dive deeper into what true excellence looks like in everyday life, family, and ministry. Learn how to pursue growth without guilt, give your best without losing your peace, and lead with grace instead of pressure.

When our desire to do things well turns into the pressure to do them flawlessly, we lose the joy of serving. In this episode, Thomas and Kari talk about how excellence honors God, but perfectionism tries to be God... and how to pursue high standards without burning out or breaking down.

In this episode, Thomas reflects on the unexpected wisdom that comes from stepping away from the daily grind. After a refreshing time at a recent ministry conference, they share the lessons God taught them while resting, reconnecting, and refocusing. From hearing His voice more clearly to remembering the importance of fun and margin, this conversation is a heartfelt reminder that getting away isn’t a luxury...it’s a necessity for growth.

Whether you're in ministry, marriage, or simply in need of a reset, this episode will encourage you to pause, breathe, and rediscover the beauty of stillness.

This week, we open up about the joys and challenges of marriage...especially the struggles with communication and the quiet competition that can creep in. We’re sharing the honest moments, the missed cues, and the practical lessons we’ve learned about staying united when life pulls you in different directions. Be sure to share this episode with others who may need encouragement in these areas. 

Join us this week as we share wisdom that only time and experience can bring. The things we wish we’d known when starting out in ministry and the valuable lessons we’ve learned along the way.

Today we’re reflecting on the death of Charlie Kirk. Tragedies like this remind us of life’s brevity, but also of the hope we have in Christ. Together, we’ll talk about grief, comfort, and how to anchor our hearts in God’s promises.

Hurry is one of the greatest threats to our health, our relationships, and our walk with God. In this episode the Shepherd's guide you through how to overcome this struggle the face so many of us today.

In ministry, it’s easy to let your role define your worth. When titles, results, or applause become our measuring stick, we risk burnout, insecurity, and comparison. In this episode, Thomas and Kari dive into the heart of a silent struggle many leaders face: finding identity in what they do instead of who they are in Christ. Together, they’ll share biblical truths, practical tips, and encouragement to help leaders rest in God’s love, lead from overflow, and remember that leadership is what you do, not who you are.