How to Have Romance With Finance!

How to Have Romance With Finance!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612190/fan_mail/new] Can love and money really work together? In Episode 12 of Love Letters with Jason & Ros, we dive into “F” Finances and share how to create “Romance with Finance” in your marriage! Money mismanagement can be one of the greatest sources of stress, discontentment, and division in marriages and love relationships. Challenges like debt, misappropriation, unrealistic expectations, lack of vision, and poor or no planning can quickly turn marital bliss into chaos! Yet, when finances are handled with wisdom, unity, and Godly principles, couples can build stability, strengthen trust, and move toward lasting success. In this episode, Jason & Ros share interesting facts, fun conversation, and powerful insights on: * Financial fundamentals for relationships * How financial ignorance is not bliss * The real results people experience when they honor God with their finances * The common challenges couples face when the “money is funny” * Practical strategies for overcoming financial difficulties... together Chapters: * 0:00       Welcome to Love Letters with Jason & Ros- Topic Introduction * 2:06       Navigating the Fundamentals of Finances  * 11:30     Our Story: Financial Ignorance is NOT Bliss * 21:20     The Real Results of Honoring God w/Your Finances * 25:18     When the Money is Funny- Financial Challenges! * 31:48     Biblical Truths— Deuteronomy 8, Verse 18 and Matthew 25, Verse 21 * 33:35     Overcoming Financial Difficulties * 47:38     Love Letter Finance Challenge * 48:13     BONUS: Gold Nuggets of Giving & Investing * 52:34     Closing Prayer Resources: Connect with Jason and Ros at: https://linktr.ee/jasonandros  5 Financial Fundamentals: 1. Living— Setting a realistic budget 2. Giving— Honoring the Lord with your finances 3. Saving— Establishing funds for emergencies and incidentals 4. Investing— Sowing into your future, retirement, and eventual passing 5. Just for You— Enjoying the fruits of your labor (modestly) Scripture References:  * Deuteronomy 8, Verse 18 - "And you shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day.” * Matthew 25, Verse 21 - "His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.” Live Out Your Love Letter Challenge: * Pray for a Vision for Your Finances  * If you are struggling with managing your money, and it's negatively impacting your relationship with your spouse, get help right away. Everything in one place: JasonAndRos.com [https://jasonandros.com] Live out your Love Letter. 💌

You Won’t Truly Know Purpose Without This Insight

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612190/fan_mail/new] Do you really know what Purpose is? The truth may surprise you, especially when it comes to purpose in your love relationships!   In Episode 11, we explore the true meaning of “P” for Purpose in a dynamic conversation with our special guest, Pastor Erik Luchetta, a longtime Bible teacher of theological studies and a trusted friend! Together, we challenge some of the most common misconceptions people carry about purpose, and why having the right perspective can potentially impact how we love, live, and relate to one another with positive results.    Top Three Things Purpose is Not: 1. It’s not your job or position 2. It’s not a “calling” or “anointing” over your life 3. And… it’s not your gifts, talents, or abilities The truth? Every person has one purpose, but it’s lived out in many unique ways.  And yes… even your love relationships have purpose! Pastor Erik helps us unpack how understanding God’s design for purpose brings clarity to relationships, the appropriate love alignment, ultimate forgiveness, and divine peace in how we should live out our faith, individually and collectively! Chapters: * 0:00         Welcome to Love Letters with Jason & Ros * 3:10         Introducing Pastor Erik Luchetta * 3:42         Defining PURPOSE & God’s Plan for Humanity  VS. Individual Calling * 8:44         God’s Will On Earth As It Is In Heaven- Matthew 6, Verse 10 * 11:12       The Cost of Fulfilling Godly Purpose  * 13:44       What It Means to Be Human * 24:02       Living Out Purpose in the “Little” Things * 33:03       The Importance of Forgiveness in Fulfilling Purpose * 42:30       Interesting Statistics on Purpose * 47:24       How Purpose & Love Contribute to the Greater Good * 1:02:57    Biblical Truth- Colossians 3, Verse 23 * 1:06:20    Love Letter Challenge on Purpose!  Episode Resources: * Lakewood Bible Study “Living In Your Purpose.” Erik Luchetta and Jeremy Marrone, September 2024. https://www.lakewoodchurch.com/watch-online/06E587AE45D62f542B9F7930DE16 Scripture References: * Matthew 6, Verse 10 - “Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” * Colossians 3, Verse 23 - “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men,” Live Out Your Love Letter Challenge: Discover your purpose by answering these 3 questions. 1. What do you love to do and would do without getting paid or if no one was watching? 2. What is your why and motivation behind fulfilling purpose? 3. Are you willing to start "small" and possibly stay "small?" Everything in one place: JasonAndRos.com [https://jasonandros.com] Live out your Love Letter. 💌

Embracing the Gift of Singlehood!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612190/fan_mail/new] Are you currently living single? Get ready as we uncover the truth about God's gift of singlehood and how to embrace it in your love relationships. In Episode 10: Embracing the Gift of Singlehood, we sit down with Pastor Jacqui Hill-Goudeau, author, administrator, exceptional Bible teacher, and longtime friend. Jacqui breaks down common myths about being single, answers those burning questions, and shares how to live a successfully single, healthy, and whole life God's way.  We discuss the challenges of living single in the 21st century, share interesting statistics, and unpack the truth about the two singlehood statuses — whether you are single while waiting (you desire a spouse) or single while walking (you do not have a desire for a spouse). Chapters:  * 0:00       Welcome to Love Letters with Jason & Ros * 2:11       Meet Special Guest— Jacqui Hill-Goudeau        * 3:06       Choosing to be Single & Stigma * 5:26       “Jacqui’s Single Seasons Story” * 9:55       Loving Yourself & Being Genuine * 13:35     God Is Your Ultimate COVERING  * 21:17     “The Single Wife” * 26:09     Singlehood Challenges * 30:45     Waiting Well in Your Single Season * 44:26     Bible Truths- 1 Corinthians 7 * 48:00     How to Embrace Singlehood * 50:21     “A Shopper’s Guide to Dating” * 55:01     Live Out Your Love Letter Challenge * 56:48     Closing Prayer Episode Resources: * Follow Jacqui — https://www.wisdomspeakstoday.com [https://www.wisdomspeakstoday.com/] Order Jacqui's books on Amazon — https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jacqui-Hill-Goudeau/author/B0G6GMB58K [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jacqui-Hill-Goudeau/author/B0G6GMB58K] Scripture References: * 1 Corinthians 7, verse 7 (Apostle Paul) “But I wish everyone were single, as I am. Yet each person has a special gift from God, of one kind or another.” (NIV) * 1 Corinthians 7, verse 32b  “…He who is unmarried cares for the things of the Lord, how he may please Him…” (NKJV) * o   1 Corinthians 7, verse 34b  “…In the same way, the unmarried woman cares about the things of the Lord, that she may be holy both in body and in spirit…” (NKJV) Live Out Your Love Letter Challenge: * Read 1 Corinthians 7 and discover your gift. Has God called you to walk in singleness and wholeness? Or has He given you a desire for a spouse? Both are gifts from God. Learn what yours is and embrace it as you walk with Him in faith during your single season. Everything in one place: JasonAndRos.com [https://jasonandros.com] Live out your Love Letter. 💌

“H.O.T. Level” Relationship Goals!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612190/fan_mail/new] Every love relationship needs to be at the “H.O.T. Level!”  And no, we’re not talking about chemistry, we’re talking about next-level Honest, Open, and Transparent conversations. Episode 9, introduces “H” for H.O.T. — which means “Honest, Open, and Transparent.” Jason & Ros explain why reaching H.O.T. level conversation is your: * Ultimate relationship goal. * Essential next level beyond basic communication. * Key to deeper trust, connection, and growth in love. This episode builds on E3: “C” for Communication and takes it further — sharing how to move from talking to truly connecting. We unpack: * What H.O.T. communication really looks like. * Why honesty, openness, and transparency are relationship game-changers. * What typically prevents couples from having H.O.T. conversations? * How to overcome fear, defensiveness, and shutdown. * How H.O.T. conversations can transform your relationship. If you’re ready to end surface-level talking and start building a genuine connection, this episode is for you. Chapters: * 0:00     Welcome to Love Letters with Jason & Ros * 1:30     The What, Why, and How of H.O.T. Conversation  * 3:06     The Significance of Being H.O.T. * 8:03     Three Levels To Communication * 10:13   “We Get H.O.T.”- How Our Conversation Journey is Still Progressing * 16:00   When H.O.T. Turns Cold— Challenges of Being H.O.T. * 21:00   Biblical Truths— Zechariah 8, Verses 16-17 * 22:40   Overcoming Through H.O.T. Conversations- Power Takeaways * 37:20   Love Letter Challenge & Closing Prayer * 40:09   Bonus: H.O.T. Blooper! 😊 Additional Content & Notes: 3 Levels of H.O.T. Communication: Every relationship has a “journey” to take and “purpose” to fulfill, and communication is the key to getting it there.  * Level I –  Basic conversation and understanding of each other that lead you to the altar (“I Do”) * Level II – Specific conversations that keep you connected (“I Love You”) * Level III – Intimate conversations that keep you committed to each other (“I Am With You Through It All”) H.O.T. Conversation Takes: * Vulnerability * Trust * Forgiveness * Patience * Humility Overcoming Through H.O.T. Conversations: 1. Practice— Start with something small that you can be honest, open, and transparent about. 2. Recognize Fear's Presence— Fear of rejection, abandonment, or loss; is a tactic of the enemy 3. Pray & Acknowledge God— Allow the Holy Spirit to lead and guide your tongue, providing a strategy for communicating wisely. 4. Choose a Time— Give a heads-up to schedule an appropriate time. 5. Choose a Place— Set an environment conducive to having hard conversations.  Bible Truth: * Zechariah 8, Verses 16-17 - "But this is what you are to do: Speak the truth in love to each other. Render true and sound judgments that lead to peace in your gates. Don’t plot evil against each other, and stop your love of telling lies that you swear are the truth. I hate all these things, declares the Lord.” Live Out Your Love Letter Challenge: * Practice being “vulnerable” with your loved ones!  Everything in one place: JasonAndRos.com [https://jasonandros.com] Live out your Love Letter. 💌

Can Faith Make or Break Your Relationships?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612190/fan_mail/new] FAITH is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not yet seen! But what happens when the dynamic of a love relationship is added? Episode 8 explores “F”— Faith and what it looks like when your relationship of two becomes three, with Jesus at the center!  Join Jason & Ros as we discuss the firm foundation of faith in your love relationships. BOTTOM LINE: Faith is what love stands on when life gets hard, truth is tested, and unity is challenged. Watch & Explore with us in conversation about: * What faith really means in relationships * Why it’s essential to lasting love * How faith is tested — individually and collectively * What happens when couples agree (or disagree) on truth * How to establish, navigate, and maintain faith through every season Faith has the power to strengthen relationships — or strain them — depending on what it’s built on. In this episode, we encourage you to examine your foundation, grow spiritually together, and allow faith to deepen your love for God and for one another. CHAPTERS: * 0:00       Welcome to Love Letters with Jason & Ros * 1:55       What Is FAITH in Your Relationship? * 3:55       The 5 Cs of Faith * 8:51       “The Love Triangle” –  Our Faith Journey Story * 17:23      When Faith is Put to the Test * 19:14      Facing Faith Challenges Head-On * 27:18      Biblical Truths— Jude 1, verses 20 and 21a * 28:25      How to Overcome Through Faith- Your Power Takeaways * 41:13      Your E8 Love Letter Challenge & Closing Prayer RESOURCES: * Donnie McClurkin (1996). Stand [Song]. On Donnie McClurkin; McClurkin D. (Producer), Warner Alliance  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donnie_McClurkin  * Bible Study Fellowship International—  https://www.bsfinternational.org/  THE FIVE (5) C'S OF FAITH: As you’ve committed to loving each other, it's vital to establish if faith will be a part of your relationship. If so, what will it look like for you as a couple? The 5 C’s of Faith provide a guideline to establishing faith. 1. CONNECT: Work to ensure that your faith foundation aligns with each other (Crucial) 2. COMMUNICATE: Share your history with faith in God and Jesus, “religious” experiences. What is your basis of “truth?” 3. CREATE: Work together to build your faith foundation as a couple. Below are a few examples. 1. Study together 2. Pray together 3. Worship together 4. Serve in ministry together 4. CONTINUE: Maintain your faith foundation, nurture it as you continue to grow together. 1. Individual Faith, considering and supporting each other. 5. CORRECT: Learn to make adjustments as you both grow in faith and/or when challenges come. WAYS TO OVERCOME RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES THROUGH FAITH 1. SALVATION - Receive it (single or couple) 2. FIRM FOUNDATION - Let God’s Word (the Bible) be the basis of: 1. Truth 2. Your guiding light for life 3. The final authority in your life and every love relationship 3. PRAYER – Pray together without ceasing 1. Not out of religious ritual, but naturally through your LOVE relationship with God and each other. 2. Pray in faith through every trial and triumph  4. WORSHIP & SERVICE - Will help continue to build and strengthen your faith in God 5. STAND - When the tests and rough challenges come to try you, stand firm together and face it head-on. 1. God is with you in it, through it, and out of it! 2. Standing in faith will not always be about the challenge, sometimes it’s for prayer petitions, guidance, and new open doors. 3. CONVICTION (awareness of wrong behavior) vs. CONDEMNATION (self-judgement) 1. Conviction of the Holy Spirit 2. Acknowledging sin 3. Heartfelt repentance 4. Moving forward in grace SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: * Jude 1, Verses 20-21 "But you, dear friends, must build each other up in your most holy faith, pray in the power of the Holy Spirit, and await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will bring you eternal life. In this way, you will keep yourselves safe in God’s love." Everything in one place: JasonAndRos.com [https://jasonandros.com] Live out your Love Letter. 💌