Are you newly married and wondering why it already feels harder than you expected? Is the spark still there—but your communication feels...off? Does something feel “off” spiritually, emotionally, or even physically in your marriage—and you don’t know why?

Then this episode was recorded just for you.

In today’s power-packed episode, I’m sharing three essential things newlyweds must know to build a God-centered, emotionally safe, spiritually strong marriage from day one. Whether you’ve been married 3 weeks or 3 years, what you’ll hear today will help you:

✅ Identify the root causes of ongoing tension and emotional shutdowns ✅ Recognize the hidden role trauma might be playing in your marriage ✅ Learn why spiritual warfare shows up early—and how to fight it together ✅ Discover practical, biblical wisdom that anchors your relationship in Christ

I’m not just giving “nice” Christian marriage advice. This is raw, real, honest truth from the trenches of helping couples who love Jesus—but are still hurting. If you want intimacy without insecurity, peace instead of pressure, and a marriage that gets stronger with time—not weaker—this is your next listen.

✨ Plus, I’ll share 5 Bible verses that will transform how you speak, forgive, and lead your heart in marriage—even when things feel stuck.

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Are you unintentionally letting dysfunction creep into your marriage? Are you stuck in loops of asking yourself what's going wrong in your marriage? In today’s episode of the United Christian Marriage Podcast, we’re breaking down the top 3 threats to your relationship—the “marriage killers” that sabotage even strong couples. I’m sharing personal stories (yes, even crying-in-bed moments), how we worked through it with God’s help, and the tools we now rely on when things get hard. What You’ll Learn: - The 3 biggest threats that quietly destroy Christian marriages - How to recognize if one (or all) of them is already active in your home - A personal story of emotional overload and how I used our emotional reboot tool to reset - The importance of community when you’re walking through marriage struggles 🙋‍♀️ Ready to go deeper? Join the United Christian Marriage Facebook group for daily encouragement, biblical tools, and real conversations about what it takes to build a Christ-centered home. I’d love to see your face and get to know your story 💛 Other Mentioned Resources:

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Are you thinking about marriage God's way, or are you thinking about it the world's way? Are you quietly stuck in a “lazy love” season of marriage? Not on the edge of divorce, but not thriving either? In this episode, we’re examining what the Bible says about the marriage covenant and uncovering three key reasons your relationship might feel blah, even if no one else notices. Don’t miss the encouragement at the end, including a powerful prayer over your marriage and a handful of Bible verses you’ll want to save for later. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: - The surprising trap of “lazy contentment” and why it's so common - The difference between grateful rest and spiritual stagnation in marriage - 3 big reasons your marriage might feel stuck (and how to move forward) - Key scriptures to anchor your heart and your home: A heartfelt prayer for hurting, numb, or disengaged couples Your Next Step: If today’s episode stirred something in your heart and you want personalized help figuring out what to do next, book a free marriage coaching call with me! I’ll help you get clear on what’s keeping you stuck and how to take the next right step toward healing. 📌 Resources & Links Mentioned: Join the Facebook group: United Christian Marriage ➡️ Book a free coaching call with me Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review to help others find this message: 1. Go to the United Christian Marriage podcast page on Apple Podcasts (the main one, make sure you aren't on an episode) 2. Scroll all the way down, under the episodes, and stop when you see ratings and reviews. 3. Between the reviews others have left and the "About" section, there is a little button that says "Write a Review". Click on that, type 5 stars, title your review, and then write what you like about the show. Then press "Submit" in the top right corner.

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What if lifting weights could restore connection in your marriage? 💪 In this unexpected conversation, I sit down with Christian fitness and nutrition coach and mom of many, Rachel DeSonier, to talk about how strength training can reshape more than just your body. Getting stronger requires understanding both exercise and nutrition. We dive into identity, confidence, and the ripple effect it has on your relationship. About Rachel: Rachel DeSonier is both a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Personal Trainer, as well as a mom of 5. She specializes in helping moms gain confidence through incorporating simple, effective strength training routines into their lives. She pairs this with her nutrition expertise to help them fuel their workouts and lose fat at the same time. Rachel takes a practical, step-by-step approach to help moms build a new lifestyle that helps them reach their weight loss goals in a sustainable way. No more crash diets! Her specialty is helping moms create consistency with their fitness goals. When she isn’t podcasting or coaching her clients, Rachel can be found in the weights section of her gym, gardening, or attempting to keep her 5 young kids out of mischief. 📎 Resources & Links Mentioned: 🎥 Free “No Fear Weight Room Tour” video 🎧 Listen to the Effective Weight Loss For Moms podcast

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Do You Struggle With Snapping, Fighting, or Overreacting in Your Marriage? Here's a Script You Can Use When You're Triggered

Are you ever surprised by how fast you go from calm to reactive? 😤 Maybe you feel blindsided by your own emotions, or you're wondering, "Why did I snap like that?"

In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple but powerful reset script that you can use when you or your spouse gets triggered. 💬 Whether it's something your spouse said—or how they said it—this episode gives you the exact words to say to de-escalate the moment and move toward healing instead of hurt.

We talk about:

• ✨ Why your reaction is often deeper than the moment

• 🛑 The simple phrase that can change the tone of your entire marriage

• 🗣️ A full reset script to use in real-time, even when emotions are high

• 🙏 How to pause, pray, and invite the Holy Spirit into your marriage conflict

🎁 PLUS: I share a coaching strategy you can use this week to practice resetting with your spouse, without stuffing your feelings or avoiding the hard stuff.

👇 Listen now if you're ready to:

• Stop spiraling in arguments

• Create safety during conflict

• Lead your home with emotional maturity and grace

Let’s transform how you handle those hot-button moments—because you’re not broken, you’re just human. And with the Holy Spirit, there's always hope for healing. 💛

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• 👉 Book a free Christian marriage coaching call

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Is It Weak to Cry? How do you stop letting emotions run your life? What Jesus Shows Us About Emotions (and how that applies in marriage)

In this episode: We’re diving into the truth about emotional expression in marriage—especially for husbands. What does the Bible say about crying, grief, and sadness? And how does Jesus model emotional strength for Christian men? This one might challenge what you’ve believed about "manhood" in marriage, but it’s going to open the door to healing, deeper connection, and powerful unity.

💡 What you'll learn:

• Why Jesus openly expressed sorrow—and what that means for your marriage

• How naming your emotions is a spiritual and relational breakthrough

• What it looks like for husbands to lead with honesty instead of stoicism

• How wives can support (and not shame) a grieving husband

• The surprising way emotional vulnerability reflects God's design for unity

👣 Listen now if you want to:

• Understand how emotional walls might be keeping your marriage stuck

• See how the enemy twists masculinity into emotional suppression

• Let Jesus reshape your view of strength and sorrow

• Feel closer to your spouse through shared grief and gentleness

• Heal hidden parts of your heart by following Christ’s example

🧭 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Book a free marriage coaching session

• Bonus ep: Grumbling, Complaining, And Struggling To Keep Going When Things Get Hard? Here's 3 Things Jesus Teaches Us About Coping

Are you following God in your marriage—or just doing what feels natural? Have you heard of The Marriage Killer We Don’t Talk About: Grumbling, Complaining, and Following Your Flesh?

In today’s devotional-style episode, we’re getting brutally honest about the internal patterns that quietly sabotage Christian marriages. We dive into scripture and talk about how easy it is to fall into selfishness, grumbling, and complaining… and how these "small" habits can tear down the unity God intended for our homes.

If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I feel so disconnected from my spouse?”—this episode might hold the answer. 👀

Here’s what we unpack inside this episode:

• The surprising connection between selfishness and marital division

• What the Bible says about those who “live only to satisfy their desires”

• A Spirit-led heart check you can do today

• Why grumbling and flattery are signs you might be out of alignment

• How to shift your mindset and actions for a stronger, Christ-centered marriage

🎯 Ready for a reset in your marriage?

If you want my personal help walking through your marriage challenges and figuring out your next right step for the most impact, I’d love to support you.

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How to Get the Support You Actually Need From Your Spouse (Without Feeling Bitter or Unseen)

If you’ve ever felt like your husband just doesn’t get it—like you’re carrying the mental load and he’s missing the weight of it—this episode is for you. You’re not alone in feeling like your needs go unseen or that you're expected to juggle it all without complaint. But what if your spouse isn’t ignoring you… he just doesn’t know what you need?

In this raw and hope-filled conversation, we’ll break down:

• What to do when you’re overwhelmed and he doesn’t notice

• The truth about why our husbands don’t “just know”

• How to stop expecting mind-reading and start creating real partnership

• 5 powerful steps to start getting the support you need—without resentment

• Biblical wisdom that can shift how you both show up in your marriage

This episode will help you move from silent tension to true partnership, with language and tools that create connection, not conflict. 💛

🎧 Tune in now and grab a notebook—you’ll want to take notes!

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🎙️ Resources & Mentions:

• Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms podcast by Kyan Molina

• Systemize Your Life with Chelsi Jo

• Scripture references: Mark 14:32-27, Jude 16:17-24, James 1:19, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 15:1

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