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Waiting on God in Life and Marriage: Trusting His Timing

Waiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of the Christian walk—especially in marriage. Whether you’re waiting for healing, provision, direction, or breakthrough, the waiting season can test your faith and stretch your trust. In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, Ron and Rachel dive deep into what it means to wait on God together, sharing personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical ways to trust, seek, and surrender in the waiting. If you’ve ever struggled with wanting to take control or doubted if God is really working behind the scenes, this conversation is for you.

🔹 Why waiting requires trust and how to build it
🔹 How to actively seek God instead of passively waiting
🔹 The power of relinquishing control and embracing God’s peace
🔹 Personal stories and encouragement for couples in every season

Don’t let the waiting season weaken your faith—let it strengthen your marriage. Tune in now and learn how to walk through the waiting with hope, trust, and expectancy!

Scripture References:

• Proverbs 3:5-6
• Psalm 34:8
• Psalm 77:11-12
• Romans 8:28
• Jeremiah 29:13-14
• Genesis 16:13-14
• Colossians 3:15
• Philippians 4:6-7
• Romans 8:25

Remember: Marriage takes intentionality, and small actions lead to big changes! Keep God at the center, and watch your love grow deeper than ever before.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

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The Miracle & Mystery of Marriage: Seeing God's Hand in Your Love Story

Marriage isn’t just a commitment—it’s a divine mystery and a miraculous gift. In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, we’re diving deep into how marriage reflects Christ’s love for the Church and how God works through our covenant to shape us, sustain us, and draw us closer to Him. We’ll explore the miracle of oneness, transformation, and endurance, and unpack the mystery of how marriage reflects the gospel. Whether you’re newlyweds or years into your journey, this episode will encourage you to embrace God’s design for your marriage with awe and gratitude..

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• 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.”
• 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. He gave up his life for her”
• Ephesians‬ ‭5‬:‭22‬ ‭- “For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord.”

Remember: Marriage takes intentionality, and small actions lead to big changes! Keep God at the center, and watch your love grow deeper than ever before.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Hearing God's Voice As A Couple - Part 2: Fasting Together

In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, we’re diving into the power of fasting as a couple. Fasting isn’t just about giving up food—it’s about making space to hear from God and seeking Him together. We’ll share personal experiences, biblical examples like Esther and Jonah, and practical tips for couples who want to start fasting. Plus, we’ll discuss what to watch out for, so fasting doesn’t become just another routine or diet plan.

If you’re longing for greater unity, breakthrough, or direction in your marriage, this episode is for you! Be sure to download our Couples Connection Guide to reflect on and apply what we discuss.

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬ - “And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.”
• Esther‬ ‭4‬:‭15‬-‭16‬ - “Then Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: “Go and gather together all the Jews of Susa and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. My maids and I will do the same. And then, though it is against the law, I will go in to see the king. If I must die, I must die.”
• Jonah‬ ‭3‬:‭7‬-‭9‬ - “Then the king and his nobles sent this decree throughout the city: “No one, not even the animals from your herds and flocks, may eat or drink anything at all. People and animals alike must wear garments of mourning, and everyone must pray earnestly to God. They must turn from their evil ways and stop all their violence. Who can tell? Perhaps even yet God will change his mind and hold back his fierce anger from destroying us.”
• 2 Chronicles‬ ‭20‬:‭3‬-‭4‬ ‭- “Jehoshaphat was terrified by this news and begged the Lord for guidance. He also ordered everyone in Judah to begin fasting. So people from all the towns of Judah came to Jerusalem to seek the Lord’s help.”
• Nehemiah‬ ‭1‬:‭4 - “When I heard this, I sat down and wept. In fact, for days I mourned, fasted, and prayed to the God of heaven.”
• 1 Samuel‬ ‭15‬:‭22 - “But Samuel replied, “What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice? Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is better than offering the fat of rams.”
• Matthew 6:16-18 - “And when you fast, don’t make it obvious, as the hypocrites do, for they try to look miserable and disheveled so people will admire them for their fasting. I tell you the truth, that is the only reward they will ever get. But when you fast, comb your hair and wash your face. Then no one will notice that you are fasting, except your Father, who knows what you do in private. And your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.”

Book Link from this Epsiode:

• Jentezen Franklin - Fasting 

Remember: Marriage takes intentionality, and small actions lead to big changes! Keep God at the center, and watch your love grow deeper than ever before.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Hearing God's Voice Through Sabbath

Is your marriage running on empty? Feeling disconnected from God and each other? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage podcast, we’re talking about the power of Sabbath—not just as a day of rest, but as a way to realign our hearts, hear God’s voice, and strengthen our marriage.

Join us as we explore how Sabbath can transform your relationship, help you slow down in a fast-paced world, and create space for God to lead your marriage. Plus, we share practical ways to start a Sabbath rhythm together—even in the busiest seasons of life!

“Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• Psalms‬ ‭46‬:‭10‬ - “Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”
• 1 Kings 19
• Genesis‬ ‭2‬:‭2‬-‭3‬ ‭- “On the seventh day God had finished his work of creation, so he rested from all his work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy, because it was the day when he rested from all his work of creation.”
• Exodus‬ ‭20‬:‭8‬-‭10‬ ‭- “Remember to observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. You have six days each week for your ordinary work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath day of rest dedicated to the Lord your God. On that day no one in your household may do any work. This includes you, your sons and daughters, your male and female servants, your livestock, and any foreigners living among you.”
• Mark‬ ‭2‬:‭27‬ ‭- “Then Jesus said to them, “The Sabbath was made to meet the needs of people, and not people to meet the requirements of the Sabbath.”

Book Link from this Epsiode:

• Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day: A 40-Day Journey with the Daily Office

Remember: Marriage takes intentionality, and small actions lead to big changes! Keep God at the center, and watch your love grow deeper than ever before.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Aquila & Priscilla—A Marriage That Made an Eternal Impact

In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Aquila and Priscilla—a biblical couple who lived out their faith together, worked side by side, and made an eternal impact. We’ll explore three key lessons from their marriage: trusting God’s providence, embracing true togetherness, and putting God first in everything. Plus, we’ll share some personal stories of how these principles have played out in our own marriage. Don’t miss this powerful conversation!

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• Acts 18 - though mentioned in a few different places in the Bible, the bulk of their story is shared in Acts 18.
• Romans 8:28 - And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.
• Ecclesiastes 3:11 - Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God’s work from beginning to end.
• Matthew 6:33 - Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.
• 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.

Remember: Marriage takes intentionality, and small actions lead to big changes! Keep God at the center, and watch your love grow deeper than ever before.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Rekindling Romance: How to Bring Back the Passion in Your Marriage

Has the spark in your marriage started to fade? Between work, kids, and responsibilities, it’s easy for romance to take a backseat. But here’s the truth—your marriage was never meant to be about mere survival. God designed it for abundance! In this episode, we’re sharing practical and faith-filled ways to rekindle passion, from pursuing each other intentionally to making time for quality connection, romance, and adventure. Get ready to reignite the fire in your marriage! Tune in now at AEMarriage.com.

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• John 10:10 - “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”
• Philippians 2:3 - “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.”
• Psalm 139:23-24 - “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”
• Mark 10:45 - “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Remember: Marriage takes intentionality, and small actions lead to big changes! Keep God at the center, and watch your love grow deeper than ever before.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Forgiving and Healing: Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal

Did you miss last week - Building Trust in Marriage? Listen to the Episode Here!

When trust is broken in a marriage, forgiveness can feel impossible—but it is the key to healing and restoration. In this episode of Abundantly Expectant Marriage, we dive into Jesus’ teachings on forgiveness, the difference between forgiveness and trust, and practical steps for couples to rebuild after betrayal. Whether you're struggling to forgive or seeking to rebuild trust in your relationship, this conversation will offer biblical wisdom, encouragement, and hope. Tune in now at AEMarriage.com.

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• Matthew 18:21-22 - “Then Peter came to him and asked, “Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?” “No, not seven times,” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven!”
• Luke‬ ‭23‬:‭34‬ ‭NLT‬‬ - “Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” And the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice.”
• Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬ - “Now, most people would not be willing to die for an upright person, though someone might perhaps be willing to die for a person who is especially good. But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.”

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Building Trust in Marriage

Trust is the foundation of a strong, thriving marriage—but how do you build it and keep it strong? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, we’re diving into the key principles of trust: how to cultivate it, protect it, and restore it when it’s been shaken. Whether you're newly married or have been together for years, trust is something that requires intention and care. Tune in as we share practical ways to strengthen the bond between you and your spouse, deepen your emotional connection, and create a marriage rooted in faith and security.

🔹 Don’t forget to download the Couples Connection Guide to continue this conversation with your spouse!

Scripture References:

• Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
• John 10:37: Do not believe me unless I do what my Father does.
• Ephesians 4:25: Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.
• Psalm 147:3: He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Common Marriage Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them

Every marriage faces challenges, but recognizing and addressing common pitfalls can make all the difference! In this episode, we dive into three major marriage traps—becoming too comfortable, failing to safeguard your marriage, and not putting God first. We share personal stories, practical wisdom, and biblical truths to help you stay connected, protect your relationship, and thrive in your marriage. Tune in and take steps toward the abundant marriage God desires for you!

🎧 Listen now and download the Couples Connection Guide to apply these truths throughout the week!

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

You Connect with Us:

• Website: aemarriage.com 
• Get Invloved - SUPPORT AEM 
• Follow AEM on Instagram: AEM on Instagram

Connect with Ron Cool:

• Website: www.newpathnewyou.com
• Follow Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcooljr/

Connect with Rachel Cool:

• Website: www.rachelmcool.com
• Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcool/

Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)

Download Free Couple Connection Guide 

Living Out the Love Languages (Part 2 of The 5 Love Languages Series)

Love isn’t just a feeling; it’s a choice. In part two of the 5 Love Languages series, Rachel and Ron go beyond understanding the love languages and explore how to live them out in your marriage. Discover practical ways to love your spouse in their language, navigate challenges when their love language feels unnatural to you, and approach these efforts with God’s grace. With real-life examples and Scripture-based encouragement, this episode equips you to strengthen your marriage and show love intentionally. Be sure to grab this week’s Couples Connection Guide to go deeper together!

5 Love Languages:

• Words of Affirmation
• Acts of Service
• Receiving Gifts
• Quality Time
• Physical Touch

Resource List:

Here are some excellent Christian marriage books that you can recommend to your listeners, complete with links for purchase:

• The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman
  • This bestseller focuses on understanding and expressing love through five key "languages" to strengthen emotional connections in marriage.
• Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy? by Gary Thomas
  • This thought-provoking book emphasizes how marriage can help individuals grow closer to God while growing together as a couple.
• Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  • Based on biblical principles, this book explores the dynamics of love and respect in building a thriving marriage.
• For Women Only / For Men Only Series by Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn
  • This series offers gender-specific insights into the needs and perspectives of spouses, helping couples understand each other better.
• You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis and Lisa Chan
  • This book challenges couples to see marriage as a way to glorify God and focus on eternal perspectives.

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Links to Focus On The Family: 

• Website: www.focusonthefamily.com
• Dr. Danny Huerta's Book: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting by Dr. Danny Huerta (VP of Parenting & Youth)