The Redeemed Marriage Podcast

In this episode of The Redeemed Marriage podcast, Rusty and Heather discuss the topic of control in marriage. Who should hold the reins in a healthy relationship? What happens when betrayal tips the balance? Using the backdrop of their own story of infidelity, they explore whether a temporary shift in control is necessary, how long it should last, and how to move forward to restore a healthy balance. Discover the freedom that comes with releasing control and building trust in this honest and practical conversation based on their own experience.

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In this episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather discuss what it means to be a safe space for your spouse. Emotional safety is essential in marriage, allowing both partners to be vulnerable and open without fear. But what does this look like in practice? Listen in as they explore common barriers to safety; such as criticism, dismissing each other’s feelings, always needing to fix things, and defensiveness. Their discussion will unpack these behaviors and offer practical steps to become a source of love, acceptance, value, and respect for your spouse.

Does your marriage feel hopeless? Rusty and Heather use their journey through the darkest days of their marriage to share a miraculous story of healing and restoration after infidelity. Speaking directly to couples feeling hopeless, they offer insight and encouragement for those wondering if it’s possible to find hope again. Whether you're navigating deep struggles or simply need a reminder that change is possible, this message of hope is for you.

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Disappointment can become a part of even the strongest marriages, usually rooted in unmet or unrealistic expectations. In this episode of The Redeemed Marriage podcast, Rusty and Heather explore how expectations can unintentionally turn into rigid responsibilities, creating tension and resentment between spouses. Listen as they unpack the importance of serving over obligation, the pitfalls of trying to "fix" your spouse, and how to adjust your expectations for a healthier, more fulfilling marriage.

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Every couple faces differences, but how do you navigate those challenges in a way that strengthens rather than weakens your relationship? Drawing from their own incompatibilities, Rusty and Heather share insights on how couples can embrace their differences, communicate better, and use their unique strengths to grow together. Whether you're feeling misunderstood or simply different, this episode will give you hope that incompatibility doesn’t have to be the end—it's an opportunity to grow deeper in love and connection.

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Feeling alone in marriage is something many couples experience, and betrayal only deepens that sense of isolation. In this episode, Rusty and Heather open up about their journey through infidelity and how it caused them to feel alone both individually and as a couple. They discuss some practical steps they took to break free from feeling alone, including rebuilding trust, working towards emotional and physical intimacy, and seeking guidance from others. Listen for insights on healing and finding hope, even when feeling alone seems overwhelming.

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What drives someone to risk everything—marriage, family, and self-worth—for an affair? Whether you are the betrayed, the betrayer, or supporting someone who’s been affected, you likely have unanswered questions. In this powerful episode, Heather bravely opens up about her early thoughts and emotions that led her down the dangerous path to infidelity. Join us as we re-examine this raw and candid account, providing insight into the mind of the unfaithful and offering hope for healing.

Join Rusty and Heather in this special reprisal episode of The Redeemed Marriage podcast. Discover the compelling narrative of their relationship—from high school sweethearts, through the devastating challenges of infidelity, to the transformative redemption that birthed a marriage ministry. Their candid storytelling offers hope and practical insights, inspiring couples to navigate their own journeys towards healing and renewed love.

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In this episode of The Redeemed Marriage podcast, Rusty and Heather offer encouragement and wisdom for those who feel like they're the only ones working on their marriage. The discussion reminds us that while we cannot fix our spouse, we can focus on becoming the person God wants us to be. Through serving, praying, and trusting that God is for your marriage, you can make a significant impact on your relationship. Tune in to find hope, strength, and practical steps to help you continue fighting for your marriage, even when it feels like you’re doing it alone.

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In this week's episode of The Redeemed Marriage podcast, Rusty and Heather share their incredible journey from a marriage in crisis to a ministry to other marriages. They reflect on their first experience at WinShape Marriage nearly 20 years ago, back it was still under construction and part of a dream to help broken marriages. Fast forward to 2011, after Heather’s confession of an affair, they returned to WinShape for a life-changing marriage intensive that helped save their relationship. Now, as part of the Marriage Collective, Rusty and Heather have come full circle with their latest trip to WinShape. Join them as they recount their powerful testimony of redemption and offer hope to couples in every season of marriage.

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