In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode of the HER Podcast, Kristin Sampson sits down with Austin and Brianne Johnson of Florence Boulevard Church of Christ to talk about what it really looks like to balance marriage, parenting, and full-time ministry.

From hilarious coffee mishaps to powerful moments of prayer with their children, the Johnsons open up about their ministry lifestyle, marriage communication, dealing with criticism, and raising kids with authentic faith. Whether you're in ministry or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with encouragement, wisdom, and practical takeaways.

🎯 Learn how to:

Communicate in a busy household

Stay connected as a couple in ministry

Handle criticism with grace

Model authentic faith for your kids

Embrace spiritual leadership at home

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⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

00:42 – Meet the Johnsons: Life in Florence & Ministry Together

01:59 – Ministry Is a Lifestyle: How They Stay All In

03:47 – Austin’s Journey into Ministry

05:49 – Supporting Each Other Through the Lows

09:17 – Communication Hacks: Google Calendar for the Win

11:00 – Staying Close to the Church and the Kids

12:43 – When a 3-Year-Old Says “I’ve Been Praying for You”

14:27 – Teaching Authentic Prayer to Kids

17:28 – Marriage-First: Cancun, Coffee, and Connection

22:54 – Funny First Hosting Story & Sermon Panic Moment

28:03 – Balancing Strengths: The Speaker & The Planner

34:34 – Keeping God as the Constant in a Changing Life

38:07 – Speaking Each Other’s Love Language

40:53 – The Power of Honest Conversations

46:19 – Criticism in Ministry: How They Handle It

52:25 – Rebuilding Relationships After Hurt

55:32 – Spiritual Leadership Starts at Home

59:26 – Ministry Parenting: What the Kids See

01:01:00 – Immersing the Kids in a Life of Ministry

01:03:59 – Final Thoughts on Ministry, Marriage, and Mission

🔑 Keywords:

Austin Johnson, Brianne Johnson, HER Podcast, ministry marriage, Christian marriage advice, raising kids in ministry, Florence Boulevard Church of Christ, preacher family life, how to handle ministry criticism, Christian parenting, ministry lifestyle, church of Christ podcast, marriage communication, spiritual leadership at home

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