Growin' Up Married

2.6- Roles in marriage: Devoted husband, Lawn Maintainer and...homemaker?

Lots of time and energy goes into dreaming about what married life will be like. Some of those dreams come true! Some of them need...alterations. Today we're talking about the different roles we play in our marriage and how that differs from our imaginings pre-marriage. Come along as we talk about changing seasons, growing in trust and having grace for each other as we work things out!

2.5-A chat about love languages

Maybe you've read the book. Maybe not (*Ahem*, David). But today we're talking about Gary Chapman's "The five love languages". This book has helped countless couples shape their understanding and conceptualization of expressions of love for each other. This is just a basic overview and conversation, for more, we highly recommend you check out the book.

2.4-Ministry and Maslowe in Marriage.

So...say you've figured out all the communication stuff we've been talking about. now what? The goal is to empower your spouse to take hold of the destiny for which they were created and find your role of support in that mission. And vice versa. Today we broach that topic and discuss things like spiritual warfare in marriage, and making your marriage a sacrifice to The Lord. Come along with us on this adventure!

2.3-Anniversary Episode: Core Values, Community and Chickens.

Today we're talking about things that encourage us, the importance of community, the vitality of having fun together, and the satisfaction and joy that comes from having a unified goal and vision for your marriage. As we celebrate 15 years of marriage we hope that this conversation is a blessing to you as much as it was for us! -David and Nina

2.2-leave it at the door…metaphorically

Sometimes the conflict experienced in a marriage doesn't come from within, but from the outside. It still affects the marriage, though, or at least, it can. Today we're talking about ways that we've done this poorly and guiding principles we use now to help us successfully navigate tumultuous seasons with other people. Come along with us on this adventure! * Show note: For those of you who may be wondering, I (David) goofed on a quotation I made in this episode. The scripture I referred to about resolving issues with other people wasn't from Paul, it was Jesus in Matthew 18:15-17. **Also, in case you're wondering, the Proverb I keep mis-quoting comes from Proverbs 17:27-28: He who restrains his words has knowledge,And he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise;When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent.