The Marriage Partnership: Christian Marriage

How to Make Your Spouse Feel Seen and Appreciated

Christian Marriage Coaches Kevin & Amanda Wood from ‘The Marriage Partnership’ have one of their open discussions about the little things: the small acts of affection and kindness that have impact in marriage.   Amongst other things the following are discussed in this episode: * Giving small gestures of affection. * Noticing kind gestures. * Thoughtfulness * Feeling seen and valued. * Complacency. * The blessing of a smile. * Appreciation. CONNECT WITH HOSTS: Kevin & Amanda Wood Website: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/marriage-coaching] If you would like to explore the possibility of being coached by the hosts, Kevin & Amanda, please book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session]

Spending Time Together Vs Spending Time Apart in Marriage

Christian Marriage Coaches Kevin & Amanda Wood from ‘The Marriage Partnership’ have one of their open discussions about striking a healthy balance between time together and time apart. This episode is designed to stimulate a dialogue about this topic rather than to stipulate the definitive answer. Amongst other things the following are discussed in this episode: * Defining time together. * Intentional intimacy. * Choosing your leisure time. * How can couples tell if they are spending too little time together? * Recognising each other’s needs to be with others. * Spending time with members of the other sex. * Can a couple spend a lot of time together but still feel emotionally disconnected? * Creating meaningful moments during a busy season. * Daily Check-ins. * The benefit of spending time apart. * Boundaries * Retirement and empty nesters and the extra time together. * Balancing fun in and outside of marriage. * Open and honest conversations about each other’s needs and interests.   CONNECT WITH HOSTS: Kevin & Amanda Wood Website: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/marriage-coaching]   If you would like to explore the possibility of being coached by the hosts, Kevin & Amanda, please book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session]

The 10 Minute Marriage Makeover

Christian Marriage Coaches Kevin & Amanda Wood from ‘The Marriage Partnership’ spend 10 to 15 minutes listing out a few easy wins and a few ideas - requiring a little more effort - to help enrich a marriage. They also mention their book Marriage Made in Heaven: When we say I will [https://www.amazon.com/Marriage-Made-Heaven-When-will/dp/1999323009/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MEKF304UMBC6&keywords=marriage%20made%20in%20heaven%20when%20we%20say%20I%20will&qid=1676026690&sprefix=marriage%20made%20in%20heaven%20when%20we%20say%20i%20will%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-1] CONNECT WITH HOSTS: Kevin & Amanda Wood Website: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/marriage-coaching] If you would like to explore the possibility of being coached by the hosts, Kevin & Amanda, please book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session]

How to Discern Your Calling as a Married Couple

Christian Marriage Coaches Kevin & Amanda Wood from ‘The Marriage Partnership’ interview their special guests Reverend Steve Kempton and his wife Helen, about how a married couple can discern their call to serve God. Using their recent call to serve God in a different church as an example, the podcast encourages listeners to consider how they might apply what’s been shared, to their situation of discernment or transition. Amongst the things that are discussed are: * Recognising the initial call. * When one spouse hears before the other. * Are there tools for discernment? * The cost of obedience * Unity and moving as one. * The role of leadership and headship in the decision. * Does peace play a role in confirmation? * Learning from the discernment journey. CONNECT WITH HOSTS: Kevin & Amanda Wood Website: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/marriage-coaching]   If you would like to explore the possibility of being coached by the hosts, Kevin & Amanda, please book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session]

Friendship in Marriage

Christian Marriage Coaches Kevin & Amanda Wood from (The Marriage Partnership) interview their special guests Michael Hyde (from the Marriage Foundation) - along with her husband Nick - about enduring friendship in marriage. Amongst the things that are discussed are: * Friendship as a foundation for marriage. * Investing in one another. * Being friends in good times and bad. * Spiritually grounded friendship. * Honesty, openness, vulnerability and trust. * The benefits of marriage over co-habitation. * The role model of Jesus in friendship. * Being intentional when external pressures compete for our attention. * Seizing joy during difficult times. * The importance of laughter and fun. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://www.marriagefoundation.org.uk [https://www.marriagefoundation.org.uk] info@marriagefoundation.org.uk   OR CONNECT WITH HOSTS: Kevin & Amanda Wood Website: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/marriage-coaching]   If you would like to explore the possibility of being coached by the hosts, Kevin & Amanda, please book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session [https://www.themarriagepartnership.com/book-a-session]