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Why Marriage Matters – Mario Zandstra – The MakeReady Podcast #25
In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Mario Zandstra—business leader, former Pine Cove president, and lifelong disciple-maker—to explore how God redeems broken family stories and transforms marriages into reflections of His grace.
Mario shares his journey from a rough upbringing in East L.A. to leading one of the most impactful Christian ministries in America, and now mentoring men and leaders across generations. With honesty and humor, he opens up about decades of marriage, parenting seven children, and learning to fight for faithfulness when culture, comfort, and even ministry compete for your heart.
We talk about what it means to build a marriage that lasts—not one built on happiness, but holiness. Mario offers powerful insights on confession, accountability, and the subtle idols that can destroy men long before scandal ever does. He shares stories of redemption, the pain of family patterns, and how choosing to “stay married” becomes a generational decision that echoes for centuries.
If you’ve ever wondered how to lead your family through hardship, how to protect your marriage in a distracted world, or how to walk in grace when you fail, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to be the man God designed you to be—anchored, accountable, and all in.
Support the Mission
The MakeReady Podcast exists to equip men to stand firm in their faith and lead with biblical strength in a culture that opposes it. If this content has encouraged you, consider partnering with us to reach more men with the truth. Your gift helps us create resources, share powerful stories, and build a movement of godly leaders.
Give today: https://makeready.org/give
Chapters:
0:00 – Intro & Welcome
1:25 – Mario’s Early Story & Calling
5:10 – Marriage in the Midst of Brokenness
9:40 – The Power of Accountability & Confession
14:20 – Cultivating Covenant Love
19:50 – Generational Impact of Marriage
24:15 – Handling Temptation & Idols
28:45 – A Marriage That Endures
33:30 – Leading Your Family with Faith
38:05 – Q&A & Final Charge
41:30 – Closing Prayer & Next Steps
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By Bryan SimsIn this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Mario Zandstra—business leader, former Pine Cove president, and lifelong disciple-maker—to explore how God redeems broken family stories and transforms marriages into reflections of His grace.
Mario shares his journey from a rough upbringing in East L.A. to leading one of the most impactful Christian ministries in America, and now mentoring men and leaders across generations. With honesty and humor, he opens up about decades of marriage, parenting seven children, and learning to fight for faithfulness when culture, comfort, and even ministry compete for your heart.
We talk about what it means to build a marriage that lasts—not one built on happiness, but holiness. Mario offers powerful insights on confession, accountability, and the subtle idols that can destroy men long before scandal ever does. He shares stories of redemption, the pain of family patterns, and how choosing to “stay married” becomes a generational decision that echoes for centuries.
If you’ve ever wondered how to lead your family through hardship, how to protect your marriage in a distracted world, or how to walk in grace when you fail, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to be the man God designed you to be—anchored, accountable, and all in.
Support the Mission
The MakeReady Podcast exists to equip men to stand firm in their faith and lead with biblical strength in a culture that opposes it. If this content has encouraged you, consider partnering with us to reach more men with the truth. Your gift helps us create resources, share powerful stories, and build a movement of godly leaders.
Give today: https://makeready.org/give
Chapters:
0:00 – Intro & Welcome
1:25 – Mario’s Early Story & Calling
5:10 – Marriage in the Midst of Brokenness
9:40 – The Power of Accountability & Confession
14:20 – Cultivating Covenant Love
19:50 – Generational Impact of Marriage
24:15 – Handling Temptation & Idols
28:45 – A Marriage That Endures
33:30 – Leading Your Family with Faith
38:05 – Q&A & Final Charge
41:30 – Closing Prayer & Next Steps