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93 ~ The Husband's Role and The Wife's Realistic Expectations ~ Part 3

In the last two episodes we have looked at how Christ loves the church as an example of what the husband's role is in marriage. Knowing that none of us can live up to the perfect love of Christ, we have also talked about what our realistic expectations of our husbands should be.
By knowing what their role is, having grace and mercy to understand that we are all a work in progress, by being encouraging, rather than fight against them, we can work together with our husbands to have the kind of loving marriage that God designed for us to have.
So join me as we finish up our journey of a realistic view of the husband’s role in marriage, what our expectations should be, and how we as wives can help to encourage a more Christlike love in our marriage.
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References
Ephesians 5:23-33
Romans 8:38-39
Romans 5:8
Colossians 3:19
1 Peter 3:1-2, 7
 
Episode Reference
80 ~ Parents & In Laws ~ What To Do When They Make Life Difficult
 
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92 ~ The Husband's Role in Marriage & The Godly Wife's Realistic Expectations ~ Part 2

Last week we began our journey into the husband's role in marriage as we looked at Christ's example of an active love and a sacrificial love. We also looked at what our realistic expectations should be in this and how when we do our part as wives, we are helping to support our husbands in their role as well.
As we continue our conversation, we will discuss 3 more examples of how Christ loves the church with His protecting love, purifying love, and caring love. We will go over what these look like in practical terms and when it may be time to have a conversation to make some changes.
Join me as we unpack these vital aspects of a God-designed love and follow His amazing plan for our marriages
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References
Ephesians 5:23-33
Psalms 91:1
1 Timothy 5:8
James 1:13
Ephesians 4:29
1 Peter 3:7
 
Episode Reference
73 ~ What It Looks Like to Show Respect To Your Husband
84 ~ 6 Steps to Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage
 
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91 ~ The Husband's Role in Marriage and The Godly Wife's Realistic Expectations ~ Part 1

Many of us come into marriage with notions of what it will be like. Some of our ideas come from what we saw with our parents or other relatives, what we have seen portrayed in sitcoms, movies or what we have read in books.
We also may know what scripture says about the roles of husbands and wives and have our own version as to what this looks like in our minds.
However, are we accurate and realistic of our husband's role? Are we expecting too little or too much from them?
Today, we will begin our journey into a realistic view of how a husband is to love his wife, as Christ loves the church. As well as how you can encourage him in his role to improve your relationship.
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References
John 16:33
Ephesians 5:23-33
Hebrews 13:17
Romans 5:8
Ephesians 5:1-2
Romans 12:10
Proverbs 31:27-28
 
Episode Reference
1 ~ My Story and What God has Called Me to Share With You
 
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90 ~ How She Used Essential Oils & Scripture to Help With Stress, Anxiety & Her Marriage with Guest Christen Christian ~ Part 2

As we talked about last week, we all have stress or anxiety from time to time, and have felt the negative emotions of being annoyed, frustrated, or even angry in our marriages.
Christen shared with us how the simple use of essential oils with the power of scripture, helped her with the stresses of law school and brought her back into a right relationship with the Lord. 
Today, we continue our conversation as Christen shares her testimony of how using a sensory routine enabled her to work through some of the negative emotions she was feeling in her marriage and to ward off the attacks of the enemy by taking her thoughts captive.
It’s a relatable powerful testimony that you’re not going to want to miss.
Let’s get started.
 
Natural Wellness for Christian Moms Podcast with Christen Christian
https://bit.ly/m/Natural-Wellness-for-Christian-Moms
 
 
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89 ~ How She Used Essential Oils & Scripture to Help With Stress, Anxiety & Her Marriage with Guest Christen Christian

As busy wives and moms, we all have a certain amount of stress and anxiety. Yes, we are told in scripture not to worry, however as we all know, that is much easier said than done.
We also know that the blessing of being married, brings with it a gamut of emotions from love, excitement, and even joy, to feelings of being annoyed, frustrated, and yes, sometimes down right angry.
My guest today is going to share with us how she used essential oils with the power of scripture, to calm her anxiousness, manage her stress level in the moment, and to work through her emotions as God worked to heal and strengthen her marriage. 
I’m so excited to be sharing this with you today!
Let’s get started.
 
Natural Wellness for Christian Moms Podcast with Christen Christian
https://bit.ly/m/Natural-Wellness-for-Christian-Moms
 
 
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88 ~ How to Find a Solid Biblical Church for Your Family

As believers, many of us know that we should be a part of a church family and be attending church regularly. Last week we talked about how being a part of a fellowship of believes can help us to improve our marriage and our family’s life.
However, the thought of finding one or what to even look for, can be an overwhelming and daunting task.
As promised, I’m going to help you with that today by sharing with you what the foundational basis of a church should be, what their statement of faith should look like, and what to look for in finding a solid biblical church for your family. 
Let’s get started!
 
Key points discussed in this episode include:
Understanding the importance of a church's foundational basis, including the sufficiency of Scripture and doctrinal soundness.
What to look for in a church's statement of faith and why it matters.
The significance of Bible teaching and preaching in equipping the saints.
The importance of doctrinal practice and living out the one another's in Scripture.
How to identify if a church is preaching the full gospel truth and not a watered-down version.
Recognizing the role of various ministries in a church and opportunities for serving.
Warning signs to avoid, such as churches influenced by worldly views or those more concerned with traditions than equipping the saints.
 
Scripture References
Matthew 7:24-27
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Ephesians 4:11-12, 14-15
James 1:25
Matthew 7:21
John 14:6
John 1:7
1 Peter 4:10
Mark 16:15
1 Timothy 3:1-2, 11-12
1 Timothy 2:12
Leviticus 18:22
1 Corinthians 6:9
1 John 5:14-15
 
Statement of Faith Example
Need help finding a church? Email me the churches website and I'll be happy to look at it for you. nanci@faithlivedout.com
 
 
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87 ~ 5 Ways Being in Church Improves Your Marriage and Family Life

It happens all the time, a problem arises, things get busy, and attending church becomes less and less of a priority or falls by the wayside altogether. We have well-meaning intentions that we are only going to skip church for a short time for this one thing.
But then, as our weekends get filled up with activities, it becomes harder and harder to get back into the habit of getting everybody up, ready, and out the door on a Sunday morning.
If this goes on long enough, we may even begin to lose sight of why we were going in the first place and what difference does it really make in our lives?
But ladies, it does make a difference and can be a vital part of bringing about the changes that you want to see in yourself and your marriage. Today I want to encourage you by sharing with you 5 ways that being in church can improve your marriage and your family life.
Let’s get started.
 
In this episode:
Biblical truth addressing common debates about the necessity of church attendance.
Learn five transformative ways attending church can improve your marriage and family life.
The importance of being part of a church family, not just for spiritual growth but also for the practical support it provides in challenging times.
How church participation helps families grow and stay grounded in God's word rather than worldly influences.
Bonus point about the blessings that come from being part of a church body. 
 
Scripture References
Hebrews 10:23-25
Ephesians 4:11-12
Romans 7:19
Ephesians 4:14-15
Colossians 2:8
Galatians 5:26
Leviticus 19:11
Romans 12:10
Ephesians 4:32
James 5:16
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Romans 15:5-6
Ephesians 2:10
Romans 12:4-8
Psalms 31:19
Deuteronomy 28:2
Psalms 128:1
 
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86 ~ How to Become the Godly Wife & Woman You Want To Be

As believers and women, we desire to please God and to please our husbands. To be the godly wife and woman that we read about in scripture. We also know that following God’s ways is what is best for our personal lives and our marriages.
What we tend to struggle with is the how. How do we learn what God’s way are, what a submissive wife looks like, and how to be a woman with a gentle and quiet spirit? 
As a young wife I was the same way. I knew what kind of a life and marriage I wanted to have, I just didn’t know what my part was in getting it.
Today I’m sharing with you what I did to grow in my walk towards becoming the godly woman and wife that I wanted to be. I also have something for you today that is going to help you do the same thing. To help you grow in your marriage and in your walk with the Lord.
Are your ready for it?  Let’s get started.
 
Topics covered in this episode include:
The process of sanctification and how to allow God to change our hearts.
The importance of intentional learning and applying God's wisdom to our lives.
Practical ways to read and understand the Bible, making it a guide for life and marriage.
Encouragement and strategies for spiritual growth, both personally and within your marriage.
The role of the Holy Spirit in teaching us and guiding our growth in faith.
Dealing with spiritual warfare and the enemy's attacks on our faith and marriages.
Living out our faith in practical ways to transform our marriages and family lives.
 
Scripture References
1 Corinthians 2:12-13
1 Corinthians 2:4-5
Matthew 6:33
Joshua 1:8
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Colossians 3:15
Hebrews 11:6
John 14:26
Ephesians 6:11
John 15:17
 
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85 ~ 6 Steps to Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage ~ Part 2

As we discussed last week, every marriage has arguments or conflicts. It is a part of the process of learning about one another and melding your thinking and desires together to become one. Learning how to resolve conflicts properly is what will make the difference in your marriage and help you to grow together so that you have less and less of them over time.
Today I am sharing with you steps 4-6 to resolve conflicts in your marriage. These are the same steps I have used in my marriage over the last 40+ years because they’re what God teaches us to do and they work.
So if you are looking for how to talk to your husband about an issue, how to have less arguments in your marriage, or how to get him to see your side of things, keep listening, this for you.
If you haven't listened to part one of this series or the prerequisite episode titled "Struggling to Improve Your Marriage or to Change Your Husband? Try This," please stop here and go back to episodes 83 and 84. These foundational episodes are crucial for understanding today's content and ensuring your success in resolving conflicts.
 
Scripture References
Proverbs 11:2
Proverbs 28:13
Proverbs 12:25
Romans 14:11-12
Romans 12:17-21
1 Thessalonians 5:14-15
Proverbs 3:11-12
Matthew 18:16-17
 
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#29 ~ How to Forgive & Stop Bitterness From Growing in Your Heart
#62 ~ How to Forgive Your Husband and Move Forward in Your Marriage
 
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84 ~ 6 Steps to Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage ~ Part 1

Every marriage has arguments or conflicts. Some more than others, but we all have them. It is a part of the process of learning about one another and melding your thinking and desires together to become one. Learning how to resolve these conflicts properly is what will make the difference in your marriage and help you to grow together so that you have less and less of them over time.
Today, I'm sharing with you 6 steps to resolve conflicts in your marriage. I have used these same steps in my marriage over the last 40+ years because they’re based on God’s wisdom and they work.
So if you are looking for how to talk to your husband about an issue, how to have less arguments in your marriage, or how to get him to see your side of things, this is the episode for you.
You’re definitely going to want to take some notes on this one. So get that pen and paper ready, and . . .
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References
Colossians 3:13
Luke 6:37-38, 41-42
Psalm 139:23-24
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Matthew 18:15
 
 
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