How to Improve Communication in Your Marriage  :: [Ep. 162]

When it’s just you and your spouse behind closed doors, what is the culture of your marriage? How's the communication? What attitudes are present or prevail? Attitude has the power to affect not only you but also your spouse. Join us as we start the conversation about attitude and how to see immediate communication improvement in our marriages. 

AFTER you have listened to the episode, come back here to jot down these questions for deeper consideration:

1. What sets my attitude?
2. What speaks my attitude to my spouse and how does it affect our communication and unity?
3. Where do I need to reset my attitude and how do I do that? 
4. How do I help my spouse reset their attitude? (God wants to use you to help your spouse grow just as much as He wants to tweak your heart and mind where it's needed too.)

To learn even more about how to improve communication in your marriage, check out this Blog post!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/improve-communication-in-your-marriage-by-adjusting-your-attitude

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Who Are Your Marriage Influencers? :: [Ep. 161]

Who are your marriage influencers? What voices have your ear? Who is your first phone call to when something tough is happening in your marriage? Who speaks into your life?  This is so important to think about and consider. Influencers according to God’s Word have a high responsibility. Join us as we talk about 2 types of Influencers: The ones who speak into your life continually and the people who call in times of crisis. We will give practical, biblical advice on others influence on us and our influence on others. Don't miss it!

P.S. AFTER you have listened, come back here in the Show Notes and write down some helpful questions (below) that will help you thoughtfully consider this Influencer topic!

• Take a minute and jot down the answers to these questions for yourself and for each person you love. Talk about it and PRAY about it!
  1. Who  do you turn to in crisis? Who does your child turn to in crisis? How about your spouse?
  2. Who speaks into your life on a recurring basis? Who speaks into your child's life on a recurring basis? What about your spouse?
  3. Who do you follow on YouTube? Who do your kids follow? Who does your spouse follow?
  4. Who has a genuine influence in your life on a consistent basis? Is that influence reliably pointing us to Christ? What about your kid(s)? Spouse?
  5. Who are the Influencers who send us down the rabbit trails of sin? (maybe they are known personally; maybe it's a voice on social media that has NO CLUE they are affecting your life in such a way.)
  6. Who are the friends we need to take from that position of authority?
  7. What are the relationships we need to hit pause on until we are strong enough spiritually to be a godly influence on them?
• You might need to confess you don't know the answers to all these questions. This isn't fatal BUT it's not a place to stay.
• Let TODAY be a day that God reveals in your own life and in the life of those nearest to you who has influence.

Check out our Blog post all about this Influencer topic, as well!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/who-influences-your-marriage

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4 Gifts Within Marriage God Wants You to Unwrap :: [Ep. 160]

God gives us the gift of marriage BUT He also gives us gifts WITHIN marriage! Join us as we help you unwrap the 4 gifts within marriage that God wants you to unwrap: the gifts of friendship, freedom, function, and friction in your relationship. 

After you have listened to this podcast, go check out our corresponding blog post about the Gifts Within Marriage! 
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/4-gifts-within-marriage-god-wants-us-to-unwrap

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Porn to Purity: Hope for Change :: [Ep. 159]

Last week, we started the discussion on Porn to Purity: The Facts. This week, we are continuing the discussion and talking about how God designed marriage so that we would passionately pursue our spouse. The fight isn’t just against pornography but rather making each other the object of our affection. Join us to learn more!

After you have listened, come back and read our corresponding Blog post all about Porn to Purity and the Hope available!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/porn-to-purity-hope-for-change

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Satan’s attack on God’s gift of sex started in the Garden of Eden. In some ways, even as Christians we are substantiating his lies.

Tune into this week's episode to find out how God designed it to be and how that protects us from the lie of pornography. Don't miss it!

After you have listened, read our corresponding Blog post all about this topic - Porn to Purity!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/porn-to-purity-the-facts

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Q & A: Fighting Fair & Misplaced Priorities (Part 3) :: [Ep. 157]

This week is the concluding episode in our 3-part Q & A series! We are zeroing in on two more topics that we often get questions about: How to fight fair and what to do when a spouse has misplaced priories and leaves you feeling abandoned.

The main questions we will be answering in this week's episode is: 
1. How do we keep our marriage intact during an argument? My spouse and I are constantly fighting - what should we do?!
2. I feel like I am competing for my spouse's attention. My spouse is very wrapped up in (gaming, friends, hobbies, work, food, kids, etc.) but I want them to pursue ME! How can I get them to change and make our marriage a priority?

These are good and important questions that we are excited to talk with you more about! Come join us as we wrap up the conversation!

Read our corresponding Blog post to learn more about this topic!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/my-spouse-is-neglecting-me-should-i-leave

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Q & A: Praying Together & How to Handle Your Spouse's Sin (Part 2) :: [Ep. 156]

This week, we are zeroing in on two topics that we often get questions about: Praying together as a couple and what to do if your spouse is deep in sin. 

The main questions we will be answering in this week's episode is: 
1. How do we start praying with each other? Or is it OK to pray on our own? How do I pray with my wife? How do I get my husband to start praying with me?
AND
2. What should I do if my spouse is deep in sin and it’s damaging our relationship?

These are good and important questions that we are excited to talk with you more about! Come join us in the conversation!

Be sure to read our corresponding Blog posts all about these two topics to glean more wisdom and guidance!
Praying Together: https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/how-do-i-start-praying-with-my-spouse

How to Handle Your Spouse's Sin: https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/what-should-i-do-if-my-spouse-is-deep-in-sin

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Q & A: Roles in Marriage (part 1) :: [Ep. 155]

We are kicking off a 3 part question and answer series! This week, we are tackling the very hard but important topic of Roles in Marriage. 

So the question begs to be asked: Are you fulfilling your biblical marital role as a spouse? Husbands, are you spiritually leading your wife? Wives, are you letting him lead you as he is called? Our obedience to fulfilling our God-ordained roles are vital to the health of our marriage. Many men and women fail to uphold the role God has called them to; sometimes by choice, sometimes by fear of not knowing how, sometimes due to discouragement. With this in mind, in this episode, we will provide helpful information for both men and women on how to walk in the way God has called. 

Don’t miss it!

We also have a Blog Post all about Roles in Marriage. Check it out now!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/roles-he-won-t-lead-she-won-t-follow-what-should-i-do

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The 1 Decision That Will Bring Revival To Your Marriage :: [Ep. 154]

Maybe you’re wondering if it’s possible to ever have a revival in your marriage. We want you to know today that there is 1 decision you can make that will bring revival to your relationship,  no matter what state it is in:

Every day, in every thought, belief, word and deed, treat your marriage like a covenant. Covenant love brings revival.

And we will always treat our marriage like a contract not a covenant until we understand and know God's love for ourselves. Every decision, interaction, word or thought in our marriage is birthed out of an understanding or misunderstanding of God - His character - His faithfulness - His covenant love. 

If you've been treating your marriage like a contract lately, listen to this week’s  episode - draw close to the heart of the Father so you can have a covenant love for your spouse.

Don't miss it!

You can also read our Blog post about Revival in Marriage to learn more!
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/the-1-decision-that-will-bring-revival-to-your-marriage

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Dreams vs. Purpose: This Isn't How I Dreamed My Marriage Would Be :: [Ep. 153]

So many people run on hopes and dreams of what they think life and marriage could and should be like. But often times those dreams fizzle out in the light of reality. Can you relate?? 

This week's podcast encourages and reminds each of us of our purpose and God’s will for us and our marriages. We provide some practical advice on this hard topic. It is a helpful episode that you won't want to miss!

Be sure to check out our corresponding Blog Post: This Isn't the Marriage of My Dreams:
https://www.vowstokeep.com/post/this-isn-t-the-marriage-of-my-dreams-but-knowing-my-purpose-gives-me-hope

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