In this heartfelt Easter Special, "Married With The Richards" delves into the profound messages of love and salvation found in the Gospel of John. "Love's Victory" is not just an episode; it's a journey through the pivotal moments that define the Easter story, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless truths that lie at the heart of our faith.

Join us as we explore key passages from the book of John, shedding light on the depth of Jesus Christ's love and the triumph of His resurrection. Through thoughtful analysis and engaging discussion, we'll uncover the layers of meaning behind the words of Scripture, revealing how they speak to our lives today.

This episode is a celebration of Easter's promise—salvation through love. Whether you're gathered with family, on a personal quest for spiritual growth, or simply seeking comfort and inspiration, "Love's Victory" invites you into a space of reflection and renewal. Discover the transformative power of Easter, and let the love of Jesus Christ uplift and guide you in this special season of faith.

Bible Study Reading: 

John Chapter 20:1-31 The Resurrection   1 Early on Sunday morning,  while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and found that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance. 2 She ran and found Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved. She said, “They have taken the Lord’s body out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!”    3 Peter and the other disciple started out for the tomb. 4 They were both running, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first. 5 He stooped and looked in and saw the linen wrappings lying there, but he didn’t go in. 6 Then Simon Peter arrived and went inside. He also noticed the linen wrappings lying there, 7 while the cloth that had covered Jesus’ head was folded up and lying apart from the other wrappings. 8 Then the disciple who had reached the tomb first also went in, and he saw and believed— 9 for until then they still hadn’t understood the Scriptures that said Jesus must rise from the dead. 10 Then they went home.    Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene   11 Mary was standing outside the tomb crying, and as she wept, she stooped and looked in. 12 She saw two white-robed angels, one sitting at the head and the other at the foot of the place where the body of Jesus had been lying. 13 “Dear woman, why are you crying?” the angels asked her.   “Because they have taken away my Lord,” she replied, “and I don’t know where they have put him.” 14 She turned to leave and saw someone standing there. It was Jesus, but she didn’t recognize him. 15 “Dear woman, why are you crying?” Jesus asked her. “Who are you looking for?” She thought he was the gardener. “Sir,” she said, “if you have taken him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will go and get him.”   16 “Mary!” Jesus said. She turned to him and cried out, “Rabboni!” (which is Hebrew for “Teacher”). 17  “Don’t cling to me,” Jesus said, “for I haven’t yet ascended to the Father. But go find my brothers and tell them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” 18 Mary Magdalene found the disciples and told them, “I have seen the Lord!” Then she gave them his message.   Jesus Appears to His Disciples   19 That Sunday evening  the disciples were meeting behind locked doors because they were afraid of the Jewish leaders. Suddenly, Jesus was standing there among them! “Peace be with you,” he said. 20 As he spoke, he showed them the wounds in his hands and his side. They were filled with joy when they saw the Lord! 21 Again he said, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I am sending you.” 22 Then he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone’s sins, they are forgiven. If you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”   Jesus Appears to Thomas    24 One of the twelve disciples, Thomas (nicknamed the Twin),  was not with the others when Jesus came. 25 They told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he replied, “I won’t believe it unless I see the nail wounds in his hands, put my fingers into them, and place my hand into the wound in his side.”   26 Eight days later the disciples were together again, and this time Thomas was with them. The doors were locked; but suddenly, as before, Jesus was standing among them. “Peace be with you,” he said. 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and look at my hands. Put your hand into the wound in my side. Don’t be faithless any longer. Believe!” 28 “My Lord and my God!” Thomas exclaimed. 29 Then Jesus told him, “You believe because you have seen me. Blessed are those who believe without seeing me.”   Purpose of the Book   30 The disciples saw Jesus do many other miraculous signs in addition to the ones recorded in this book. 31 But these are written so that you may continue to believe  that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name.   _________________________________________   Other Bible Verses:   James 1:2 'Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. '
  John 14:15-17 ' “If you love me, obey my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads into all truth. The world cannot receive him, because it isn’t looking for him and doesn’t recognize him. But you know him, because he lives with you now and later will be in you.'

Matthew 25:21' “The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together! ’'
  Mark 16:15 'And then he told them, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone. '
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Resources Mentioned:

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(Mid Podcast Ad) Bearded Outdoors: www.beardedoutdoorsusa.com 15% off code: MWTF15

Seek and Find TV: www.youtube.com/@seekandfindtv

Celebrate Recovery: www.celebraterecovery.com

Course Website: www.marriedwiththerichards.com

Q& A: Ask us a question and we may feature it on an upcoming podcast: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/podcast

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Welcome to part two of "10 Lessons from 10 Years of Marriage," brought to you by Married With The Richards. In this heartfelt and insightful podcast series, we dive deep into the journey of a decade-long marriage, sharing the pivotal lessons that have helped us navigate through the joys, challenges, and everything in between. Whether you're newlyweds, seasoned partners, or somewhere in the middle of your relationship journey, this episode offers a blend of personal stories, practical advice, and relatable experiences that resonate with anyone looking to strengthen their marital bond while using biblical principles.

Join us as we explore topics ranging from communication and conflict resolution to keeping the romance alive and parenting as a team. This episode is designed to inspire, educate, and empower couples to build a more fulfilling partnership and relationship with each other and with Jesus Christ.

In this episode:

Lessons from Part 1...

Lessons in Part 2...

Lessons in Part 3...

Resources Mentioned:

Interested in the exact bibles that Reese and Amber use every day to read God's word? Here are the links so you can check them out! These are affiliate links, so if you purchase using the link, they will receive a small commission. Reese's Bible: http://amzn.to/4cdcfTf Amber's Bible: http://amzn.to/4aa6QKQ 

(Mid Podcast Ad) Bearded Outdoors: www.beardedoutdoorsusa.com 15% off code: MWTF15

Seek and Find TV: www.youtube.com/@seekandfindtv

Celebrate Recovery: www.celebraterecovery.com

Course Website: www.marriedwiththerichards.com

Q& A: Ask us a question and we may feature it on an upcoming podcast: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/podcast

Connect with us deeper with a personal phone call: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/connect

After listening to our episode, we would love for you to subscribe to our podcast if you can on the channel you are listening on. If you can leave a review, please leave us a review and let us know what you think! Also, please go to our website, www.marriedwiththerichards.com, and subscribe to our email newsletter so you don't miss anything we do! While you're there, send us a message on the podcast page and ask us a question to be featured on the podcast! And lastly, if you could please share this with a friend or family member that you think could use this! Thank you!!

Welcome to part one of "10 Lessons from 10 Years of Marriage," brought to you by Married With The Richards. In this heartfelt and insightful podcast series, we dive deep into the journey of a decade-long marriage, sharing the pivotal lessons that have helped us navigate through the joys, challenges, and everything in between. Whether you're newlyweds, seasoned partners, or somewhere in the middle of your relationship journey, our episodes offer a blend of personal stories, practical advice, and relatable experiences that resonate with anyone looking to strengthen their marital bond while using biblical principles.

Join us as we explore topics ranging from communication and conflict resolution to keeping the romance alive and parenting as a team. This episode is designed to inspire, educate, and empower couples to build a more fulfilling partnership and relationship with each other and with Jesus Christ.

Lessons in Part 1...

Lessons in Part 2...

Lessons in Part 3...

 Bible Verses Mentioned (all NLT version):

Ephesians 5:31-32 - 'As the Scriptures say, “A man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.” This is a great mystery, but it is an illustration of the way Christ and the church are one. '

Ephesians 5:25 - For husbands, this means love your wives, just as Christ loved the church.

Genesis 2:24 - 'This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.'

Genesis 2:18 - 'Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.” '

Matthew 19:5-6 - 'And he said, “‘This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.’ Since they are no longer two but one, let no one split apart what God has joined together.”'

Mark 10:7-9 - '‘This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.’ Since they are no longer two but one, let no one split apart what God has joined together.”'

Resources Mentioned:

Interested in the exact bibles that Reese and Amber use every day to read God's word? Here are the links so you can check them out! These are affiliate links, so if you purchase using the link, they will receive a small commission. Reese's Bible: http://amzn.to/4cdcfTf Amber's Bible: http://amzn.to/4aa6QKQ 

Bearded Outdoors: www.beardedoutdoorsusa.com

Seek and Find TV: www.youtube.com/@seekandfindtv

Celebrate Recovery: www.celebraterecovery.com

Our Website: www.marriedwiththerichards.com

Q& A: Ask us a question and we may feature it on an upcoming podcast: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/podcast

Connect with us deeper with a personal phone call: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/connect

After listening to our episode, we would love for you to subscribe to our podcast if you can on the channel you are listening on. If you can leave a review, please leave us a review and let us know what you think! Also, please go to our website, www.marriedwiththerichards.com, and subscribe to our email newsletter so you don't miss anything we do! While you're there, send us a message on the podcast page and ask us a question to be featured on the podcast! And lastly, if you could please share this with a friend or family member that you think could use this! Thank you!!

**Podcast Episode Title**: Part 1: 10 Lessons From 10 Years of Marriage

**Episode Number**: 004

**Release Date**: March 14, 2024

**Duration**: 53:00

**Host(s)**: Reese and Amber Richards

In this episode of "Married With The Richards," Reese and Amber dive into the their wedding story. They talk about if they were to have a wedding today, what they would do different knowing what they know today and because of their relationship with God. "If we planned a marriage as much as we planned a wedding, then we would have a great marriage."

They shared their exciting baptism story, out in West Monroe, LA in 2015. Long time family friend Gordon Dasher baptized them in the Ouachita River and they had Jan Dasher and Phil and Kay Robertson (from Duck Dynasty) as witnesses. If you loved hearing this part of their story and would like to hear Gordon's take on it, go checkout that podcast episode over at The Bearded Outdoors Podcast.

They also dove into the subject of having a good time without alcohol. Reese and Amber both grew up around alcohol and both began drinking at an early age. They even met in a bar at 19 years old, drinking under age. It was a huge part of their life and everything they did, and they didn't know how to have fun without it. Hear how they began to learn that you can actually have parties and even have fun at parties without a drink in your hand. 

Key Takeaways:

Resources and Bible Verses Mentioned:

Bearded Outdoors: www.beardedoutdoorsusa.com

Celebrate Recovery: www.celebraterecovery.com

Our Website: www.marriedwiththerichards.com

Ask us a question to be featured on an upcoming podcast: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/podcast

Connect with us deeper with a personal phone call: www.marriedwiththerichards.com/connect

The Bearded Outdoors Podcast with Gordon Dasher as a host

After listening to our episode, we would love for you to subscribe to our podcast if you can on the channel you are listening on. If you can leave a review, please leave us a review and let us know what you think! Also, please go to our website, www.marriedwiththerichards.com, and subscribe to our email newsletter so you don't miss anything we do! While you're there, send us a message on the podcast page and ask us a question to be featured on the podcast! And lastly, if you could please share this with a friend or family member that you think could use this! Thank you!!

**Podcast Episode Title**: If We Could Redo Our Wedding, A Duck Dynasty Baptism, and A Good Time Without Alcohol

**Episode Number**: 003

**Release Date**: March 8, 2024

**Duration**: 35:59

**Host(s)**: Reese and Amber Richards

In this heartwarming and slightly quirky episode of "Married With The Richards," we dive into the crazy beginnings of our journey together. From moving into our first apartment after only dating for a few months, to a Madea movie, to a memorable encounter with a man named Angel who played an unexpected role in our lives, and finally, to the unique story of how we got engaged. Join us as we share the laughter, the surprises, and the heartfelt moments that have defined our relationship.

In this episode, we share about our first time going to church, and how we have grown into our current church home today. We talk about how we have a unique ability to use our testimony to reach the non church going crowd because of our past. We share how we, like the man Angel we encountered, can be the hands of feet of Jesus and help grow His kingdom here on earth. We also talk about how we lived together for four years before we got engaged, and if we could do it over again with all of the biblical knowledge we have today, we would not do it. God tells us we shouldn't live together or have sex until we get married, and sadly we have been paying the consequences for that over the course of our marriage.

Key Takeaways:

Resources and Bible Verses Mentioned:

After listening to our episode, we would love for you to subscribe to our podcast if you can on the channel you are listening on. If you can leave a review, please leave us a review and let us know what you think! Also, please go to our website, www.marriedwiththerichards.com, and subscribe to our email newsletter so you don't miss anything we do! While you're there, send us a message on the podcast page and ask us a question to be featured on the podcast! And lastly, if you could please share this with a friend or family member that you think could use this! Thank you!!

**Podcast Episode Title**: We're Messed Up Too: A Craigslist Engagement 

**Episode Number**: 002

**Release Date**: March 1, 2024

**Duration**: 42:39

**Host(s)**: Reese and Amber Richards

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Married With The Richards, where we open up about our unconventional start, meeting in a bar while underage drinking, and navigating the complexities of young love under less-than-ideal circumstances. Our journey took a pivotal turn when we found faith, transforming not just our relationship but our entire lives. This episode is a raw and honest recount of our past, the role of divine intervention in our marriage, and how we're now committed to helping others discover the joy and fulfillment of a God-centered marriage.

In this episode, we share slightly on all of the following topics, and you can be sure that there will be future episodes dedicated to each of these in the near future. Social media dangers and why we removed ourselves, hearing God's voice, obeying God and the importance of sharing your (HIS) story, how growing as individuals in your faith will grow you closer to God as a couple, our roles as Celebrate Recovery leaders, how to prioritize your life to what is truly important, why reading God's word is the single most important thing you can do, the importance of accountability, what a cord of three strands means, basic marriage struggles, what a Godly marriage looks like, God's reason for marriage, cultural christianity, and biblical worldview.

Key Takeaways:

Resources and Bible Verses Mentioned:

After listening to our episode, we would love for you to subscribe to our podcast if you can on the channel you are listening on. If you can leave a review, please leave us a review and let us know what you think! Also, please go to our website, www.marriedwiththerichards.com, and subscribe to our email newsletter so you don't miss anything we do! And lastly, if you could please share this with a friend or family member that you think could use this! Thank you!!

**Podcast Episode Title**: We Met In A Bar: A Divine Meeting That Lead to Love and Faith

**Episode Number**: 001

**Release Date**: March 1, 2024

**Duration**: 38:14

**Host(s)**: Reese and Amber Richards