Figuring Our Four

Join us as we discuss what forgiveness is AND what it is NOT.  

For some marriages, the idea of giving grace died years ago.  Join us as we discuss why it's important to resurrect a biblical understanding of grace.  We're excited to launch into a new season of Figuring Our Four!  

In this episode we discuss why marriage shouldn't be the most important relationship. Join us as we jump into the first chapter of Francis Chan's book, "You and Me Forever."  We also play another fun game that we think you'll enjoy!  Feel free to take notes and play along on your next date night.  Enjoy the episode and we'll be back soon!

We're back and ready for an exciting new adventure!  Our latest podcast introduces a new theme for the new season. We also play a fun trivia game and learn that Shannon knows way more about me than I know about myself! Feel free to take notes and play along on your next date night.  We'll post the questions on our facebook page as well.  Enjoy the episode and we'll be back soon!

If you're not careful, there are a few things that can really destroy a marriage.  We've figured out a few pitfalls and want to share them with you!  Don't miss our latest podcast.

Hey! Get excited for a brand new FOF! We've got a secret and it's too good not to share!! Are you ready? Let's dive in!

In this month's podcast we share the secret for a better, happier and healthier marriage!  1-8 minute mark: catch up on what's been going on with the Mac's.  8 mins forward: Believing the best instead of assuming the worst.  

Few things we learned in this week's episode: 1. The correct time to set your clocks back an hour. 2. Jimmy cried at his wedding AND 3. What to do when you hit that "slump."  

Few things we learned in this week's episode: 1. Never order pizza during labor. 2. No need for the ER, super glue works just fine AND 3. each kid is different ... and that's a good thing!  "A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can help each other." 1 Corinthians 12:7 

Few things we learned in this week's episode: 1. There is a way to escape a girl's slumber party, 2. Jimmy spends way too much time on his phone AND 3. Children need parents who are willing to discuss difficult topics.  "Point your kids in the right direction..." Proverbs 22:6, MSG (You can find our podcast on figuringourfour.com, iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts).

Few things we learned in this week's episode: 1. Jimmy is really concerned about hunting 2. Electric heaters do not put off carbon monoxide AND 3. We need to turn off our devices and pay attention!  "There is a time for everything, and everything on earth has its special season." Ecclesiastes 3:1, NCV (You can find our podcast on figuringourfour.com, iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts).

Few things we learned in this week's episode: 1. Splenda is not meant to be used in grits. 2. Jimmy really IS a handyman AND 3. serving should be a family affair!  "Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples." John 13:35 

Few things we learned in this week's episode: 1. Bob Barker is not dead. 2. It's San Diego, not Sand Diego. 3. We should take every opportunity to spend as much time together as possible.  "Teach us to number our days and recognize how few they are; help us to spend them as we should." Psalm 90:12 

Listen to our latest episode to find out what's happening on season #2 of "Figuring Our Four."  

Everyone has high expectations!  But what happens when things don’t go as planned?   We’ve figured out a few things when it comes to dealing with unmet expectations and we’d like to share them with you.  FYI – This is our last episode of season #1.  We’ve had a blast!  Thanks for listening!  

How important are Sunday mornings?  We think being a part of a church will make your family experience even better!  We’ve figured out a few ways to help your family connect on Sunday mornings and we’d like to share them with you.

Our girls joined us for our latest podcast.  This week’s topic is all about sharing our faith.  We talk through this from different perspectives: Preacher, Nurse, high-schooler and middle-schooler.  We’ve figured out a few things when it comes to sharing our faith and we’d like to share our ideas with you.  (And, as always, Abby steals the show…)   

Probably the most fun we've ever had doing a podcast! This week, we tackle the topic - discipline.  We’ve figured out a few things that have worked for us and we want to share them with you. 

What does your family really look forward to?  Is there a “special something” that comes around once a week, maybe monthly or yearly?  We’ve found that family traditions are pretty important.  We’ve figured out a few and wanted to share them with you. 

Do you every feel like life is just speeding by?  Is there never enough time in the day?  Do you feel like money is always an issue?  Do you ever feel guilty because you haven’t had a little “God time” in a couple of days?  It’s hard to find a good “balance” with time, money, faith and fun.  We’ve figured out a few things…

It isn’t easy to have the “sex talk” with our kids.  How should a parent approach the topic?  What should you say?  When is the best age?  How many times should you bring it up?  Should parents even worry about it?  After all, they have probably learned everything they need to know from school and television anyway!  This is definitely a complicated topic.  We certainly don’t have all the answers but we have figured out a few things.    

The bible teaches us to, “Encourage one another and build each other up.” 1 Thess. 5:11.  But let’s be honest, it isn’t always easy.  How different would our marriage or family be if we made it a point to encourage each other every day?  We’ve figured a few things out when it comes to encouragement…

Every couple fights, even the McIlraths!  We've figured out a few things when it comes to learning how to fight in marriage.  

Let's be honest, the holidays have gotten out of control. Learn how to get the most out of the season!  We've figured out a few things when it comes to reclaiming the joy of Christmas.

Want to know the secret to having a healthy marriage?  Date night is the best night!  Not sure how to fit it in and make it happen?  We've figured out a few things...  

Who are the McIlraths?  What's this podcast all about?  These questions answered and much more!