Beauty in Battle Podcast

Send us a textRaising godly kids doesn't happen by accident—it takes prayer and example. In this episode, we share three powerful things to pray for and three key things to model. Tune in for practical ways to lead your children with both intention and joy.

Send us a textIn this episode, we unpack the three types of listening that show up in marriage—and why only one of them leads to real connection. It's not about winning the conversation—it's about winning your spouse's heart. Tune in to discover how shifting your listening style can transform the way you love.

Send us a textIn marriage, social awareness is a game-changer. In this episode, we explore three simple keys to help you grow: paying attention to cues, bids, and triggers. When you learn to spot these little things, you'll connect deeper, fight less, and love smarter. Enjoy

Send us a textLove isn't just a feeling—it's a debt we owe, especially in marriage. In this episode, we dive into Romans 13:8 and explore what it means to carry the "continuing debt to love one another" and unpack how recognizing that debt can radically transform your marriage. Enjoy. Come hang with us at our upcoming marriage retreat in Cancun!  Click HERE. 

Send us a textIn today's fast-paced world, free time with your spouse can feel like a luxury—but it's essential if you want to stay close and connected. In this episode, we explore four keys to be intentional with your downtime so it draws you closer. Enjoy.Oh, and if you haven't signed up for our marriage retreat on July 14-18, 2025, check it out HERE. 

Send us a textDealing with a difficult spouse can be one of the biggest challenges in a relationship, especially when tensions run high. In this episode, we explore practical strategies to navigate conflict with wisdom and composure. Enjoy! 

Send us a textDifficult conversations are inevitable in any relationship, but how you approach them makes all the difference. In this episode, we break down three keys to handling tough discussions with your spouse without damaging your connection. Enjoy! 

Send us a textWhat does love look like in practical terms? In this episode, we dive into three essential qualities every spouse needs to cultivate for a thriving marriage. Whether you're newly engaged or married for years, these principles will help you strengthen your relationship and grow closer than ever.And come join us in July for a marriage retreat like none other! Click HERE for details. 

Send us a textBy the age of four, our souls begin asking two fundamental questions. This episode explores how these deep-rooted needs shape our relationships and how God speaks directly to them in Scripture. Understanding these core questions can transform your marriage and deepen your connection. Enjoy!

Send us a textWant your spouse to feel truly loved and deeply connected to you? There's a simple yet powerful way to make it happen. In today's episode, we're uncovering the key to unlocking the most essential element of love and how you can use it to strengthen your bond and bring you closer than ever.Come hang with us in Cancun - click HERE for more details. 

Send us a textConversations can go off track when people operate in different modes. In this episode, we unpack how to recognize and respond to three types of conversations to better connect with your spouse (or anyone!). Enjoy. Join us at your Beauty In Battle Marriage Retreat in sunny Cancun July 14-18, 2025. Click HERE for details. 

Send us a textHave you ever thought about how the family you grew up in shaped your approach to relationships? The way your mom, dad, siblings, or others in your family treated one another often sets the tone for how you interact with your spouse or loved ones. Today, we'll dive into how to embrace the good lessons and let go of the unhealthy patterns. Enjoy!

Send us a textWhile it might seem like just an occasional bad habit, unchecked defensiveness can erode trust, prevent healthy conflict resolution, and keep you from having the deep, vulnerable conversations your relationship needs. In this episode, we'll walk through five keys to help you break it. EnjoyIf you haven't signed up for our exclusive "off-the-charts-amazing" marriage retreat in Cancun, check it out HERE! 

Send us a textEach year, we ask God to give us a word that serves as a theme for the following year. It's been a powerful tool that's strengthened us individually and drawn us together as a couple. Today, we'll show you how to come up with your own! Plus, come join us in Cancun to strengthen your marriage like none other!  Click HERE for more details. 

Send us a textJoin us as we explore the power of intentionality and the art of making moments truly meaningful. Whether you're newlyweds or celebrating decades together, this podcast reminds you that every day can be extraordinary when you choose to make it special.Join us in sunny Cancun for a marriage retreat like none other!  Click HERE for more details. 

Send us a textThe strongest couples are those who stay fully present and attentive to each other. Today, we'll dive into what science reveals about cultivating mindfulness in your marriage to build a deeper, more meaningful connection. Let's do this!

Send us a textWe're diving into neuroscience again, exploring three research-backed keys to building a secure attachment with your spouse (and kids). Join us as we unpack the science of relationships and discover the transformative power of living deeply connected to your spouse.Also, join us for our Beauty In Battle Marriage retreat at the luxurious Excellence Coral Playa Mujeres all-inclusive resort in Mexico. Click HERE for more details. 

Send us a textWe have more brain science coming your way! Join us as we dive into the power of right-brain thinking and three keys to shift from left to right for deeper connection. Also, tune in for our announcement for the Beauty In Battle Marriage Retreat!! For more information, click HERE. 

Send us a textResearch shows the healthiest people and the healthiest relationships are characterized by flexibility - the capacity to bend without breaking. Join us as we share our discoveries on the power of flexibility in marriage. Enjoy. 

Send us a textToday is part 2 of our deep dive into the bestselling marriage book Marriage On The Rock by Jimmy Evans. Today, we're talking about the four core needs of a wife and a husband and the four types of destructive spouses. Enjoy. 

Send us a textJoin us as we dive into the four pillars of a strong marriage taken from the best-selling book "Marriage On The Rock" by Jimmy Evans. These keys are taken directly from Scripture and are pivotal if you want a thriving relationship. Enjoy. 

Send us a textJoin us for a discussion on Dr. Gary Chapman's latest book, *The Five Apology Languages*. We'll explore each of the apology languages and how they can help us navigate failures in our marriages. We'll also touch on the topic of forgiveness. Enjoy!

Join us as we dive into Willard Harley's best-selling marriage book, His Needs Her Needs. We'll cover the five core needs of each spouse and how his findings relate to our own marriages. Enjoy!

Conflict is meant for connection. It's the opportunity to turn "me" into "we." But the key is in how we handle it. Join us as we talk about a research-backed four-part process on how to manage conflict in a way that joins us together rather than tears us apart.  Enjoy. 

Did you know the best marriages have a certain level of fear in the relationship? In today's episode, we dive into two types of fear and four practical ways to cultivate healthy fear so your marriage will thrive. Enjoy!

In today's busy world, we must be proactive about spending time with each other. Time is our greatest treasure, and "where your treasure is, your heart will be also." Join us as we discuss five places to find more time! Enjoy

Every couple experiences conflict, and how you handle it can make or break your relationship. In today's episode, we dive into the five approaches to conflict and how to choose the right one at the right time. Enjoy!

Join us as we dive into a familiar story in the Bible to discover three powerful keys to a deeper connection with your spouse. Taken from Matthew 3, we're going to look at three things God did to draw His Son close to Him and how it relates to marriage. Enjoy!

Join us as we share five keys from the story of Mary and Joseph to help us build strong marriages. We know them as the earthly parents of Jesus, but their lives show us powerful secrets to success in relationships. Enjoy!

What do you want to accomplish in your marriage? In today's episode, we'll dive into three powerful questions that will help you achieve that goal. At the end we'll throw in a fun exercise to help lock it in. Enjoy. 

In life, games are about winners and losers. The problem is, when it comes to relationships, if you choose to play games both people lose. Why? Because in marriage the win is the relationship!  Join us as we dive into nine games we can play in our relationships and how to stay out of those silly little games!Enjoy. 

Better communication leads to a better marriage. And becoming a better listener is the key to being a good communicator. In today's episode, we dive into four key questions to create an environment of emotional safety so you can become a better listener. Enjoy!

The TERA quotient is a concept used to gauge and improve the quality of relationships, particularly in professional settings, but it can be applied to personal relationships as well. Backed by neuroscience, the TERA quotient can improve the dynamics of marriage, leading to more effective communication, stronger connections, and greater mutual respect.Enjoy!

Join us as we explore four common mistakes couples make when trying to communicate under stress. We'll dive into each one, backed by research, and then share practical strategies on what to do instead. Enjoy!

Did you know that God is not all that you need? He didn't design you that way. He created you to need others. In this episode we'll tackle two core needs we all have and how our spouse is the primary one who God uses to meet those needs. God made you for relationship.  As such, you have inborn needs to draw you close to your spouse. Join us as we tackle two core relational needs that draw you to each other. Enjoy. P.S. If you haven't taken our free 5-Day Marriage Challenge, you can join the fun HERE. 

Did you know your brain subconsciously asks two questions each time you interact with another person? In today's episode, we're going to dive into these two questions and how they can positively impact your marriage. Thanks to the research of Dr. Chip Dodd, we have plenty to talk about in this episode!  Enjoy. 

Over 40 years of research by the good folks at Prepare Enrich have revealed five keys that make the happiest marriages. Tune in as we dive into each of them. Enjoy. 

Ever felt a stalemate when it came to thinking of stuff to talk about with your spouse? Today's episode will cure you of that! Join us as we dive into specific questions you can ask your spouse that will help you connect on a deep level. And, as promised on the pod, here are a list of the questions: Before you talk, here are some questions to ask yourself about your spouse:  What is going on?What are they feeling? What are they thinking? Five Questions to ask one time: What things do I do (or can I do) to make you feel most loved? What activity do we do that you cherish the most and why? What is something romantic I've done for you that you liked? What three things have we done in our marriage that you're most proud of? What do I do that's the biggest turn-on to you?Five Questions to ask every week: On a scale of 1-10, how connected do you feel to me and why?  How are things going between you and the kids? How are things going between you and your friends? How are you feeling overall? (“what” are you feeing?) What has the Lord been speaking to you? 

Join us and our close friends, Trent and Amy Pruett, missionaries in the Philippines, as we discuss how they manage to run a growing ministry and full-time business while thriving in their relationship. You'll enjoy this podcast as it gives practical takeaways you can apply in your marriage today. 

Did you know the fire you once felt in your marriage doesn't have to die down or even simmer? You can and should keep it burning hot! This episode will dive into the building blocks of romance and the three keys to ignite the flame once again. Enjoy! 

To thrive in your marriage, shift your focus from tallying points in your relationship to building a winning connection with your spouse. In this episode, we'll share three essential strategies to help you make this shift. Enjoy!

Do you want to know your spouse better? How about deepening your understanding of yourself? Today's episode will help you do just that. We're going to ask you one powerful question that will draw you close to your spouse and open your eyes to who you were made to be!We call this "The HERO Journey." It's going to bless your life and marriage in a big way.  Enjoy. 

Have you ever been lost in a conversation with someone and totally lost track of time? You enjoy it so much. Why? Subconsciously, you are connecting with them, and God made us for connection. In this episode we dive into the research behind what makes "super communicators" and how we can emulate their practices in marriage. Enjoy. 

We were created for oneness with our spouse. The question is, how do we practically do it? Today's episode will give you three keys to drawing close and staying close to your spouse so you can experience a marriage that will last. Enjoy.

The healthiest marriages are emotionally intelligent marriages. And the key to emotional intelligence is self-awareness. Join us as we discuss the three levels of self-awareness and how you can walk through each level to strengthen your marriage. Enjoy! 

One of our greatest needs is emotional connection. Harnessed properly, emotions can draw you together in a deep and powerful way. Today's episode is all about helping you do just that. Join us as we share three keys to emotional connection built upon a Biblical and scientific framework. Enjoy!

If you want to magnetize your spouse to you, this episode is a "must-listen." We're going to share two powerful questions that will put you in a frame of mind to draw your spouse close and connect you emotionally. Enjoy!

Join us as we discuss six key marriage habits we've discovered that have drawn us closer and helped us turn conflict into connection. Based on proven research, these six keys can revolutionize your marriage!

Join us as we dive into a little brain science that shows the power of our right-brain and how it is wired to run on four key things. These four keys are pillars that will support and strengthen your marriage when you apply them to your relationship.  Enjoy!

Intimacy is to be fully known and fully accepted. God made us for intimacy - both with Himself and with others. In marriage, intimacy is the lifeblood of your relationship. But it's hard. Why? Because intimacy reveals insecurity. In today's episode, we dive into the topic of insecurity and give three keys on how to overcome it. You'll enjoy this Valentine's Day edition as we tackle a difficult issue that we all face. Enjoy.  And ...HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!

Today's episode is all about how to properly manage conflict and a 3-part grid we've learned that has helped us overcome conflict in our own marriage. It's built upon the foundation that conflict is meant for connection - it's God's way of turning you from “me” into “we.” This mindset will help you w/any conflict. Join us as we share this unique grid that can help you work through any conflict!