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In this special episode of the It Stands Written Podcast Braden introduces you to a sermon by Justin Erickson on peacemaking. Justin walks through what peace is not and how the world misunderstands peace. He follows that by looking at how God defines peace in His Word. As fallen humans our nature is not to make peace with others. However, with the Holy Spirit living in us we should be the most peaceful people on the planet. Through the blood and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, we can see transformation and reconciliation no matter how difficult the issue is. Let this episode challenge you to be a peacemaker and resolve tension with people in your life.

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Now that our series on the second most important decision of your life has concluded, Justin and Braden have opened up an opportunity for listeners to send in questions. They tackle each question one by one that you guys sent in to bring any further clarity you might need. These questions focus on the gift of singleness, pre-martial counseling, celibacy, communication, etc. We do not want any confusion or second-guessing before you go to the altar. We pray and hope that this series was able to be a light in a dark world. As you walk through the process of a relationship, trust in the Lord to lead you and guide you. Seek His will as revealed in Scripture and you will not miss His best.

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Resources Mentioned:
- Tying the Knot by Rob Greene
- Preparing for Marriage God's Way by Wayne Mack
- CVI Hard Wiring
- When Sinners Say I Do by Dave Harvey
- I Still Do by Dave Harvey

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This episode of the It Stands Written podcast answers the final question to be answered before getting married - the question of passion for your soon-to-be spouse. The unity of marriage is meant to be enjoyed between the man and his wife in ways they can express themselves. Sex was created by God to be enjoyed within a marriage. Take a look at the Song of Solomon as Justin and Braden walk through the story of Solomon and his love for his wife. As Solomon and his wife had accountability partners in place we encourage you listeners to do the same and to "not awake love before its time." Seek purity in your relationship now and if the Lord wills for you to marry the one you are with then enjoy one another in the marriage with the gift God has given you.

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In the penultimate episode of The Second Most Important Decision Of Your Life, Justin Erickson and Braden Zook provide the listeners with a straightforward practical piece of advice to heed before getting married. Wise counselors are those godly men and women whom God has placed into your life to see you and your heart. Lean into these wise people and seek counsel from them on your relationship as you move forward. The guys provide practical examples of questions to ask each other or to ask married couples. They encourage couples to do pre-marital counseling to answer tough questions that need to be addressed before putting a ring on the finger. We pray that you will seek after wisdom like silver and gold and once you've found it, never let go of it.

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In this week's episode of the It Stands Written Podcast the guys communicate about communication in the context of dating and marriage. Justin and Braden deliver a detailed explanation of the different kinds of communication. They differentiate the difference between filthy communication and edifying communication both talked about in the Bible. Many have said communication is a huge key to success in a marriage and the goal of this episode is to give you the tools and resources you need to fully succeed in this area. God has so strongly communicated to us in His Word and we must communicate back to Him and to our loved ones in a way that honors the Lord and builds up others.

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Resources Mentioned:
- The Living Waters Podcast Episode - Tips For Healthy Communication
          - Spotify
          - Apple Podcasts
- Tips For Healthy Communication Questions

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Welcome back to the It Stand Written Podcast as Justin and Braden further the discussion on questions to ask before making the second most important decision of your life. The guys talk about what it means to be a friend and how that friendship is crucial in a marriage. Marriage is not just a covenant of commitment but also a covenant of companionship. Justin goes into detail about how his wife has been his best friend throughout their marriage and how to cultivate as time goes on. As we look to Jesus as our perfect example of laying down your life for a friend we should seek to do the same for the one we hope to call our spouse.

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Justin's Journal Ideas:
- What are their favorite things?
- What do they not like?
- What is your favorite Bible verse? Book? Character?
- How has God created them?
- Favorite attribute of God?
- What do they love about Jesus?
- What are their special needs?
- What are their spiritual gifts?
- What are the reasons you married them/want to marry them?
- What are some memories you have made?

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In this special episode of the It Stands Written Podcast during Resurrection Week Braden introduces a sermon preached by Justin Eriskcon titled "Many Convincing Proofs". This episode is meant to prepare your hearts for Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday. This sermon focuses on the various amounts of proof that the Christian has to say with confidence that Jesus Christ has risen from the dead. We don't base our eternity on chance. We base it on the hard facts that have been presented to us throughout the world and Scripture. Keep your eyes fixed on the cross, trust in the resurrection, and look forward to the triumphant return of Christ.

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Resources Mentioned:
- DBC: Many Convincing Proofs - Acts 1:1-3

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Todays episode of the It Stands Written Podcast brings you the 3rd and final part of how men and women are meant to compliment each other in a marriage. Justin and Braden describe the role of the women in this episode with aim to encourage women to be the godly women described in this episode and for men to seek after her. As we saw in Part 1, the women is meant to be a helper suitable for her husband. What does that look like in real life? How can a woman become that person now? The guys dive into Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3, and Proverbs 31 as Scripture should always be our foundation. These passages explain what a godly women is supposed to look like and how to behave in a marriage. While perfection is not possible in this life, let this episode encourage you that there is always room and ability to grow and to do so in love and forgiveness.

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Resources Mentioned:
- Mother’s Day Sermon - DBC

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It is our delight to bring you this episode of the It Stands Written Podcast where Justin and Braden will discuss the role of the man in the marriage. As we saw from the previous episode, the man is the be the leader of the relationship. This episode will go into detail on what exactly that means and how that plays out in the life of a godly man. Are you seeing these things in your own life? Where can you grow? How can you lead? These questions are crucial to answer now before entering into the responsibility of leading a daughter of the King in a marriage.

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In this 3 part episode of the second most important decision of your life Justin and Braden will introduce the way that a man and a woman are made to compliment each other in marriage. As marriage is God’s design we go to His Word to see how His design is supposed to be lived out. Follow along in Genesis 2 and Ephesians 5 to see this design. Men and women both have roles in the marriage relationship. What are these roles? Are they different? How can they compliment each other? These are the questions the guys will be answering in this episode the following ones. See how Christ loves His bride and the beautiful mystery of marriage.

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