In this honest and faith-filled conversation, we unpack one of the most common struggles they see in marriages today: the trap of being too busy to truly connect. From chasing success to juggling work, business, and family, it’s easy to let busyness steal your peace, your purpose, and your partnership.

They dive into biblical truth and practical strategies for setting boundaries, creating balance, and putting first things first, God, marriage, and family. You’ll hear real talk about what happens when work comes before your spouse, why boundaries matter more than balance, and how to build a schedule that honors both your calling and your covenant.

If your home has felt more like a business meeting than a safe haven lately, this episode will help you realign, reconnect, and restore peace in your marriage.

Key Takeaways

• Busyness ≠ Fruit of the Spirit — Productivity without peace leads to burnout, not blessing.
• Boundaries over balance — You can’t please God or your spouse if you’re constantly overextended.
• Connection over competition — Your marriage isn’t a scoreboard; it’s a covenant.
• Peace + Profit can coexist — When you trust God with your time, He multiplies your results.
• Make home your haven — Plan non-negotiable family hours, date nights, and digital detox days.

Scripture References

“No one serving as a soldier entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him.” — 2 Timothy 2:4

“Whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” — Colossians 3:17

 

Episode Quote

“Busyness is not a badge of honor. It’s a trap that steals your peace, your purpose, and your connection with the people God entrusted to you.” — Ali Spitsbergen

Practical Tips from Ali + Joshua

• Set non-negotiable family hours and stick to them.
• Use a shared digital calendar (like Hearth or Google Calendar) to align schedules.
• Plan one family trip per quarter to reset and reconnect.
• Schedule weekly date nights, even if it’s at home after the kids go to bed.
• Take a digital Sabbath each week, no phones, no work, just family.

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