Podcasts about expedition marriage

Christian counselors & Marriage Coaches, Chris & Jamie Bailey, of Expedition Marriage join me for a helpful discussion on how to pivot in your empty nest marriage. Learn how to get through the uncomfortable moments to embrace fun in your empty nest years of marriage.  HELPFUL LINKS:  Free Guide:  Chris & Jamie's, Seven Communication Hacks here Free Guide: The Marriage Awareness Worksheet here Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here Review + Rate podcast here Follow Pamela on Instagram here Pamela's website with free resources here

Did you know that when your children are placed in the right order of priority in your life it will make all the difference in the tone of your home? Tina and Britt are talking about the huge difference it makes in your family when your children are prioritized under God and your spouse. It is legacy changing! Listen in and see how. Expedition Marriage for resources to make your marriage Christ-centered: https://expeditionmarriage.org/ Minno TV: https://www.gominno.com/ Listen to the Raising Kids on Your Knees Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Aq5n5wbY3FcQNEH488o90?si=d8ff917a502b4012 Flying Arrow Productions

A lot of guys want to be the spiritual leaders of their home but they don't know how. Chris from Expedition and Randall talk today about how to take the scripture and apply it to your life so you can put it into practice in your family. If this is an area you or your spouse needs help, grab a copy of Men's Devotional for Dads: A Year of Prayers, Guidance, and Wisdom Follow Expedition Marriage on Instagram   EPISODE RESOURCES: If you're tired of waiting for your "STEP" family to "BLEND" try this… STEPFAMILY JUMPSTART: WAYS TO CONNECT INSTANTLY HOW TO ENJOY YOUR BLENDED FAMILY: 5 Dates To Discover Fun In Your Step-Family, by the end of these 5 dates you will have a great plan and see more fun in your home, helping build stronger family connections and relationships, all while having more laughs and enjoyment as you make lasting memories together. JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST, and get our FREE BLENDED FAMILY HANGOUT GUIDE today! We send out a weekly email on Friday mornings that are blended family specific; full of encouragement, support, and all of our latest information before anyone else hears about it. Join our B.Fam today!!! If you would, SUBSCRIBE to this podcast, and also leave us a RATING & REVIEW so we can keep spreading the love! OTHER PLACES YOU CAN FIND US! PODCAST: Enjoying Your Blended Family  https://open.spotify.com/show/1f1Xx8XZp8GxAJQaoqLygx  (or you can find it wherever you listen to your podcast at)   INSTAGRAM: @enjoyingyourblendedfamily https://www.instagram.com/enjoyingyourblendedfamily/    WEBSITE: Enjoying Your Blended Family https://enjoyingyourblendedfamily.com/    FACEBOOK GROUP: Enjoying Your Blended Family https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianblendedfamilies   PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/scarletttandy/_saved/  CONTACT US:  contact@enjoyingyourblendedfamily.com  

Today's guest is Chris and Jamie Bailey.We go deep today talking about:Why it only takes one person in a marriage to bring about lasting changeHow to identify and break patterns keeping you apart in marriageHow to start leading if you're an avoider or people pleaserThe power of honest communication in conflict resolutionWhy and how to set boundaries that bring you and your wife closer togetherWhy trying and failing along the way to a better marriage is WAY more attractive than not trying because you're too scared of failureChris and Jamie Bailey are Professional Christian Counselors and Marriage Coaches. Together, they run Expedition Marriage, a marriage ministry helping couples thrive and learn to enjoy the journey of marriage. They are are weekly hosts of the Expedition Marriage Podcast and authors of The Newlywed Devotional. You can find them doing online therapy, speaking, leading marriage retreats, or teaching seminars. They've been married for almost 30 years, and have three adult daughters. They reside in Clover, SC and currently enjoy spending time with their three precious grandkids. They share a passion for helping healthy couples continue to thrive and helping hurting couples find the fullness in God that they were meant to have. Find Chris and Jamie online at:Website: expeditionmarriage.orgPodcast: Expedition Marriage Podcast Books:Men's Devotional for Dads: A Year of Prayers, Guidance, and WisdomNewlywed Couple's Devotional---Welcome to the Dad.Work Podcast, where men are forged into elite husbands and fathers by learning what it takes to become harder to kill, easier to love, and equipped to lead.Get ready to start building the only legacy that truly matters - your family.Resources, Links, Show Notes:https://dad.work/podcast/Follow Dad.Work:https://instagram.com/dadwork.curt/https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtstorring/https://twitter.com/CurtStorringHOW TO BECOME AN ELITE MAN, HUSBAND, AND FATHER: FREE TRAINING:https://dad.work/training/

Chris and Jamie Bailey use their journey of overcoming dysfunction to offer real hope and practical tools to other couples through their podcast, courses, and social media, showing that you're never "too far gone" for God to redeem your situation."It's not the problems that take you out in your marriage. It's what you do with them. It's how you choose to handle them. And dealing with chronic pain, I can allow that to depress me, defeat me, and just give me this negative mindset, which is not easy to give into, but that's not what I choose to do. The Lord says I can have joy despite my circumstances, and that's what I'm going to fight for." Chris and Jamie Bailey are Christian counselors and marriage coaches passionate about helping couples live their best lives together. They are the founders of Expedition Marriage, where they encourage and equip marriages to reflect the love, grace, forgiveness, and vitality they were made to have.Chris and Jamie Bailey's marriage began in dysfunction, but through Jesus and personal growth, they have been able to transform their relationship and help others. Through their ministry, they have been giving practical tools and messages of hope to couples all over, helping them to recognize that their marriage is a journey and that God is still good even when hard times come. God has redeemed their situation and given them a passion for helping others, and they are determined to spread the message of hope to all.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How did Chris and Jamie's marriage start in dysfunction and evolve into a story of redemption?2. What practical tools do Chris and Jamie offer to couples on their journey of marriage?3. How can men overcome fear and insecurity to participate in their families and marriages?Resources:Schedule a Discovery Call about Marriage RebootSUBSCRIBE: NewsletterOther episodes you'll enjoy:Practising the Art of SpousingGuest Resources:Website: expeditionmarriage.orgIG: @expedition_marriageFB: Expedition MarriagePodcasts:Expedition MarriageNot Your Average ManConnect with us:Send Questions and Comments to: hello@artofspousing.comWebsite: artofspousing.comFB: artofspousingIG: @artofspousingJames IG: @thejamesduvallLisa IG: @lisaduvallSUBSCRIBE ON:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsAmazon MusicArt of Spousing is edited using Descript...the all-in-one audio & video editing application.Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here 

Have you ever considered doing a fast? Do you know where to begin or what the purpose or benefits of fasting even are? On this episode we're talking about fasting and becoming a man who faithfully prays. Join us for this judgment free and encouraging episode that will help you become a better than average prayer warrior. Make sure to FOLLOW and give us a REVIEW. 30 Day Praying for Your Wife Challenge [free] https://expeditionmarriage.org/30-day-praying-for-your-wife-challenge/ e5 Men - Husbands Fasting for Their Wives - https://www.e5men.org/ Expedition Marriage with Chris & Jamie Bailey (Marriage Podcast) Ep. 89: When Your Husband Won't Pray With You Feel free to reach out to us on email@notyouraverageman.com and watch us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@notyouraverageman     #christianman #menspodcast #christianpodcast #godlyman #godlyhusband     Check out the Not Your Average Man podcast. A place where we talk about the topics and the issues affecting men today. A place where we call one another up to become better than your average man, to become the man God created you to be.

If you're like the average man, you probably enjoy being the hero every once in a while when the opportunity arises. But it takes an above average man to know how he can show up as the hero in ways the average man might miss. Many of those occasions show up around the holidays, especially when it comes to dealing with extended family and boundaries. If you want to understand what boundaries are, why you need them, why your family needs them, and know how to apply them, listen in on today's episode as we unpack it all. ______________________________ Not Your Average Man is a podcast for any man wanting to be better than average in their Christian walk. Chris Bailey, Counselor and founder of Expedition Marriage, along with Brad Valencia, Marriage Coach and founder of Unrelenting Pursuit, are here to take on all the challenges and discuss all the issues and topics that affect men today. No matter where you may find yourself in life, they're here to encourage you, equip you, and support you in becoming better than your average man. Make sure to FOLLOW and give us a REVIEW. Also, you can check us out on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@notyouraverageman), where you can be a part of our Community. We'd love to hear from you, so Contact US: @email@notyouraverageman.com

Love is Not Proud or Passive (Love Is… Series) - with Chris and Jamie Bailey Continuing with the Love is series, I had the honor of chatting with Christian marriage counselors Chris and Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage. Chris and Jamie have been married over 27 years, but their journey hasn't always been easy. In today's conversation we talk about taking responsibility for your baggage. If we are always looking at our spouse as the problem, it will cause friction in our marriages and relationships. This doesn't allow us to love freely and be fully supported in our partnerships. We go on to discuss how love is not proud or passive. They are two opposite extremes that show up in a lot of marriages. Pride destroys, and passivity can cause resentment in our marriages. The solution is that we must learn to allow each other's voice to be heard without resorting to either extreme.    How to Support and not Compete  It's important for couples to understand the amount of refinement that comes with marriage. It takes work y'all! It is a learned skill to learn how to support and encourage each other without competing with each other. Jamie said, “I learned that my job and my success is helping him become what God created him to be. Success looks different in marriage. It's the goal of becoming one and looking out for each other. When you bring pride into that, it's one looking out for themselves.” It feels so good when we can support our partners fully and help them become a better person and better partner. Chris said,“Next to God, your partner should be your most impactful resource. When you are able to be there and support your partner, you can celebrate your wins together.” That's what it means to support one another without competing.    Self-Protection vs Vulnerability in Marriage Many couples are dealing with a fear of disconnection. At times, we are afraid of our emotions and how these emotions will affect our partners. Often, we quiet ourselves in order to keep the peace, but this quieting can cause bigger issues down the road. Jamie said, “It's not peace making; it's 'peace faking.'”  Chris added, “It's fear of disconnection, fear of losing the relationship, fear of I am not enough as I am. If she knew my real answers, I wouldn't be enough, and now I'm vulnerable. It takes vulnerability to speak your truth and puts you in a situation where loss could happen.” Men like to feel strong and have their protective barrier even though that protection may not always be giving the desired outcome.    Pride vs Passivity It's interesting how we are contrasting pride and passivity. Love is not proud but neither is love passive. Many men fall into passivity trying to appease their wives. But strong women need (and want!) strong men. Strong women want a man who can lead without being proud or arrogant but also one who will listen, support, and build with her. Chris talked about how he was raised in a house where his father leaned more toward passivity than pride. For some men with similar experiences, this can make them passive as well. Neither extremes are helpful.    Doormat or Jerk Chris said, “Many men think they only have two choices: being a doormat or being a jerk.” Men think, if I stand up and push back, that will come across as being a jerk. Sometimes men think it's either one or the other. You're either falling in the tracks of toxic masculinity or you're a doormat. The beautiful thing about marriage and relationships is that it does not have to be one or the other with healthy communication. Love is not proud or passive. It's about finding the middle ground to make your marriage or relationships flow easily. When one partner feels as if their voice isn't being heard, it can cause resentment, control, and domination.    Both Partners Matter in Marriage Both people should have the ability to show up fully as they are and allow each other the opportunity to manage their emotions. We need to feel confident in showing up as ourselves and knowing and believing that our partner will accept us the way that we are. It takes work and healing in the marriage to get to that point, but it's possible. When you see yourself on the same team, rather than as competition, you are able to work together and have a beautiful and successful marriage.   Links Mentioned in this Episode Expedition Marriage Not Your Average Man Podcast Get Your Love Is...Workbook!     SUBSCRIBE | SHARE | RATE | COMMENT To ensure you never miss an episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Remember, sharing is caring! So, share these episodes with your friends and family via email or social media.  

Do you want to be better than the average man? Are you tired of being forced into the box of whatever society says being a man even is? We are Chris Bailey, Christian Counselor and Marriage Coach with Expedition Marriage (https://expeditionmarriage.org), and Brad Valencia, Certified Marriage Coach with Unrelenting Pursuit (https://www.unrelentingpursuit.org).   As two guys with marriage ministries and marriage podcasts, we see a common problem—our primary audience is women. Men, we know you're out there and we know you want to grow too, and that's why we wanted you to have your own place. A place where we can talk about the subjects and struggles that men are dealing with; a place where you can find comradery with other men who are striving to be better too. So, here we are...without our wives...talking about real issues, challenging ourselves and calling men like you up alongside of us, to become better than your average man. There's no better time to join us than right now!   Have feedback or something you want to discuss? Drop us a line at email@notyouraverageman.com Don't forget to Follow us so you don't miss out on future episodes where we discuss some real issues and also hear from other better than average men.

Chris and Jamie Bailey are marriage coaches running a marriage ministry called Expedition Marriage. Married for 27 years, Chris and Jamie shared hardships of their own leading them to where they are now–mending and strengthening numerous relationships day in and day out. In this episode, they share how their bond was formed and the challenges that came along. As they also give marriage advice and insights, they show what builds a strong partnership from the ground up.  Topics Covered 7:11 - Challenges they faced earlier in life  15:34 - Chris and Jamie shared their journey as a couple 19:52 - How Chris handled Jamie's intense emotions  28:04 - Where they lead people as a team 32:39 - Chris and Jamie share stories and enlightenments from couples they serve.  38:10 - How Chris and Jamie keep their relationship strong Chris and Jamiehttps://www.instagram.com/expedition_marriage/?hl=en (Follow Chris and Jamie on Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/expeditionmarriage.org/ (Like Chris and Jamie on Facebook) Resources Mentionedhttps://expeditionmarriage.org/ (Expedition Marriage) https://frontrowdads.com/ (Front Row Dads ) https://expeditionmarriage.org/newlywed-couples-devotional/ (Newlywed Couple's Devotional)

Join us for our final episode in the July sex series with the wonderful Chris and Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage. Christa brings the hard but most important questions to Chris and Jamie about the journey to the most satisfying intimate experiences of a couple's life, and their life as a 9 and 6 on the Enneagram also. We are so happy to share this episode with you as not only do Chris and Jamie share the best of their marriage but they also share life lessons they've needed to learn along the way, tips you don't want to miss for your marriage either! To follow Chris and Jamie, please visit them at Instagram at Expedition Marriage here! You can find Expedition Marriage here on their website! Head on over to enneagramandmarriage.com to check out all of our Enneagram & Marriage freebies and resources! Instagram: @enneagramandmarriage | @enneagrammarriagepod Facebook @enneagramandmarriage   Love what you're learning on E + M? We would be honored if you'd leave a review so others can find us too right here at Apple or on Spotify here! 

As we mentioned in Episode 48, we've had some major life events happen in the last few weeks that are causing the podcast to look different right now. This week, we had an amazing couple give us some tips on what it means to maintain a friendship with your spouse inside your marriage. Chris & Jamie from Expedition Marriage join us this week. Don't miss this episode.Go check out Expedition Marriage here:Instagram: @expedition_marriageWebsite and Podcast: expeditionmarriage.orgWe release a new episode every Monday, so subscribe and stay tuned for more. Make sure you check us out on social media too.Do you feel like roommates instead of soulmates?...your communication is lacking?...you've lost the spark when it comes to intimacy?...or you're on a different page from your spouse when it comes to finances? Schedule a Discovery Call with Juli & Thomas to learn how to solve the complex marriage puzzle to go from being overwhelmed to being secure in your marriage. Facebook: @marriagepuzzleInstagram: @marriagepuzzleWebsite: www.marriagepuzzle.comMusic Credit:Beachtown BopWritten By - Dean William Palya, Jr.Artist Name: PALA

Last week we talked with Expedition Marriage about the 6 Things Your Husband Needs From You, so this week we want to talk to the husbands about the 6 Things Your Wife Needs From You. Often times in marriage we think for our marriage to change for the better, we have to do some major life changing things, but it is most often the small and simple things that make the difference in having a mediocre marriage to finding "Ultimate Intimacy"! and when you find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage, it is amazing! Trust us, we have been there.... some of the things you as husbands can do for your wife's that they NEED from you are:Give her your attention. She wants to be listened toYour love and affection (not just when you want sex)Be vulnerable and create a deeper connectionIf you want to hear the rest, you will have to listen to the episode :).  When you are fulfilling each others needs, your marriage will be transformed. If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun!WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREEnter promo code UIAPP for 10% off your purchase (and free shipping in the US)Follow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at amy@ultimateintimacy.com and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and review of the podcast.

Enjoy the Journey!!!   Chris and Jamie, from Expedition Marriage, are here with us bringing the fun back to your marriage.   It's easy in a marriage to start drifting apart, but there are ways we can put fun back in our marriage and keep us growing closer together.   Expedition Marriage shares ways that you can avoid the disconnection and avoidance traps, and prioritize and identify what fun looks like in your marriage, so you can start doing more of that.   Don't let the dating stop once you get married, but keep the fun and excitement going so you can enjoy the journey together, and have a lot of fun doing it.   You can follow Expedition Marriage here: Instagram: @expedition_marriage Website: Expedition Marriage   Get Your Restoring Connection Online Course from them and get 10% OFF using the PROMO CODE: FUN at checkout. EPISODE RESOURCES:   E.N.J.O.Y. THE JOURNEY: A Blended Family Roadmap To Having Fun Together, A NEW WAY to have more fun in your home that helps build stronger connections and relationships, all while having more laughs and enjoyment as you make those lasting memories together.   JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST, and get your free gift today! We send out a weekly email on Friday mornings that are blended family specific; full of encouragement, support, and all the latest information before anyone else hears about it. Join us today!!!   If you would, SUBSCRIBE to this podcast, and also leave us a RATING & REVIEW so we can keep spreading the love! OTHER PLACES YOU CAN FIND US!   Follow us on INSTAGRAM  Join Our FACEBOOK GROUP Check out our WEBSITE Subscribe to our YOUTUBE Channel Follow us on PINTEREST Contact Us Here

In this episode, Nick and Amy interview Chris and Jamie Bailey with Expedition Marriage about an article they wrote on their blog about what husbands need to hear from their wive's. If you are a wife, these simple things can transform your marriage and are very easy to do. Your husband needs:To hear that you believe in him and support himSexual intimacy and to connect with youTo know you love, appreciate and respect himTo know you dont hold the past against himand others topics.Ladies, if you implement these things in your marriage, you will see a major change in your husband in a good way :).  Listen to this episode to find out all the things your husband need and ways you can find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage!If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun!WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREEnter promo code UIAPP for 10% off your purchase (and free shipping in the US)Follow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at amy@ultimateintimacy.com and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and review of the podcast.

What does an "all in" marriage look like? Is yours one? Is there a point when it's okay to be "out"? What is this new trend of "grey divorce" and how can we avoid it?  This week we talk to Chris and Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage about these things and more and they are SUPER wise and SUPER fun. You're gonna love this one!

This month on Live It Out With The Planning Woman, we will discuss different aspects of our lives we say we want to do if only we had the time. In each episode, you'll discover how to make the time for the things that are most important to you.   This week's guest is Jamie Bailey. She and I have an eye-opening discussion about how to make time to grow in your marriage.   In this episode, we cover:   The best way to grow in your marriage How to recognize where you are wasting time to give more time to connect with your spouse The benefits of connecting with your spouse How to figure out the best time for connection with your spouse Habit stacking to incorporate time for connection in your day Ways to connect outside of the house What to do if your spouse doesn't want to try new ways to connect   Jamie Bailey is a Professional Christian Counselor and Marriage Coach. Along with her husband Chris, they run Expedition Marriage, a marriage ministry helping couples thrive in Jesus. They are weekly hosts of the Expedition Marriage Podcast. You can find them doing online therapy, speaking, leading marriage retreats, or teaching seminars. They've been married for 27 years, and have three adult daughters. They reside in Clover, SC, and currently enjoy spending time with their three precious grandkids.    Connect with Jamie on Instagram @expedition_marriage.   Grab your copy of the Abide Bible Study and Prayer Journal mentioned in this episode here.

We are thrilled to bring you this interview on today's episode. This is a couple that is passionate about helping you enjoy the journey of marriage. They are podcasters, authors, and counselors. Don't miss it as they share some of their story, their ministry, and how God has shown up in both of their lives in incredible ways. Follow them on their Podcast and social media by clicking below. https://expeditionmarriage.org/ As always, we would love to hear from you! DM us on social media, and follow us wherever you listen to Podcasts. https://linktr.ee/UnrelentingPursuit -Social Media unrelentingpursuitofmarriage@gmail.com - Email Us --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unrelentingpursuit/message

Jamie grew up in a dysfunctional, abusive family. She found herself pregnant at a very young age and ended up in an abusive marriage just like her parents had.  Unloved. Unworthy. These are words that Jamie uses to describe the way she felt for so many painful years. And yet, when she looks back now, she can see how God was at work in the middle of it all. In today's interview, Jamie shares the story of how God "interrupted" her life of dysfunction and how He called her to be the person she needed all those years - someone to point others to Jesus. Jamie Bailey is a Professional Christian Counselor and Marriage Coach. Together, with her husband, they help couples overcome marriage struggles and learn all that it takes to create a God-centered marriage. They are the founders of Expedition Marriage and together host the Expedition Marriage podcast. ----------   Learn more about the Grace > Perfection Formula: Your Guide to Cultivating Stronger Faith Habits

Life transitions are inevitable, and if we are married we know they effect our marriages as well. So how do we keep our marriages intact through expected and un expected life changes? Today my guest is Jamie Bailey, she is a a Christian marriage therapist alongside her hubby Chris. They are authors and podcasters who are passionate about helping people enjoy the journey of marriage. On this episode today she shares some very helpful tips on how to not get blindsided when we experience transitions in life. Such as job changes and losses, medical hardship, buying houses, having babies, empty nest and more. You are going to love our conversation! Scripture referenced: Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Philippians 4:6-9 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. 9The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you. If you want a cool drink of water for your marriage go buy their Book for Newlyweds and Newlywed wanna be's The Newlywed couples devotional follow Jamie and her husband on Instagram and subscribe to their Podcast: Instagram-@expedition_marriage Podcast- Expedition Marriage Here are some of their top episodes Dealing with Change as a Couple podcast episode Marriage Under Stress podcast episode They are offering my listeners 25% off of their The Stress Rescue Course with code PODCAST Follow and interact with Caroline on social platforms at: Instagram: @marriedrogersneighborhood Facebook: @marriedrogersneighborhood Twitter: @marriedrogers Clubhouse: @marriedrogers YouTube Channel: Married Rogers Neighborhood On her website: marriedrogersneighborhood.com You can subscribe to receive and email newsletter keeping you informed of coming content. (We promise not to spam you) Podcast Music Composed and performed by Jamie Miller If you would like more information on Jamie's Song Writing and performing services you can ask Caroline on any of the above platforms listed for her official contact info. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/housewivesofthekingdom/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/housewivesofthekingdom/support

Is it possible that marriage is a tool God uses to reveal Himself to us? Can God help us to grow through what we learn from being a good spouse? In this episode of God In The Ordinary, professional counselors Chris & Jamie Bailey, who've helped countless people find new hope and freedom, bring some deep wisdom and help us to think about how God shows up in our marriages. Chris & Jamie share important and practical steps for moving from being broken hearted to healed; talk about the root of many of our marital stressors and how to deal with them; and we also touch on how to love a spouse through chronic sickness, and how good grandparenting is another way to build strong marriages. Chris and Jamie Bailey have a real heart for marriages and are passionate about helping people rebuild what was once ruined. They believe in the power of love – God's love - and have experienced how bringing Jesus' love into a marriage can change a generation. Their ministry, Expedition Marriage, encourages us to enjoy the journey and you'll certainly enjoy this great edition. Presented by Sharon Tedford. Produced by Gary Dell. Find out more about us at www.anchor.fm/god-in-the-ordinary and www.61-things.com/gito

Today I have Jamie Bailey with me of Expedition Marriage to talk about boosting platform growth. Jamie's a good friend and a former client as well as a member of my insider mentorship and also creator of some of the most fun Reels you'll ever see on Instagram.  Click below for show notes! https://www.ruthiegray.mom/platform-growth/ Click to follow Jamie & Chris on IG! https://www.instagram.com/expedition_marriage/?hl=en Click join the group to participate in our FREE 5 day growth challenge! https://www.facebook.com/groups/authenticIGtraining   When to trust your instincts for platform growth J: Surprisingly, it's been exciting to grow like we have lately.  R: That's what we're going to talk about today. Jamie is a professional Christian counselor and marriage coach together with her husband, Chris. They run a private practice and expedition marriage: a marriage ministry. Countless couples learn to enjoy the journey of marriage through their guidance. They are also weekly hosts and founders of the expedition marriage podcast and co-authors of the newlywed couples devotional. Jamie has a real passion for helping healthy couples continue to thrive, and helping hurting couples find the fullness in Christ they were meant to have.  Jamie we've referenced your growth on Instagram and we started at rock bottom together.      Growth starts small J: I remember some of those early conversations. What am I supposed to share in stories? My life is boring. There's nothing to share yet. I remember the early conversations of how do I make a colored background in my stories, all the basic things from basic tech to strategy.  R:You have come leaps and miles, haven't you? Share with us why you decided to add Instagram into the mix of your practice and your ministry.  Instagram, for us, was an opportunity to reach more people. We run a private practice and that's the day to day, hour by hour situation. When you're trying to help save marriages and help marriages grow and hurting couples one at a time, that is not cutting it in today's society. It can be exhausting as well. I love what I do, but there's a lot of heart and emotion, and it's a lot of heavy lifting that I will do in a day's work. So, being able to have a platform like Instagram, where I can cast that net wider instead of just doing one-on-one. Most of the people we would see in our office are already in trouble and needing hope. A lot of them are last ditch efforts. At some point, we knew we had to get ahead of this problem.        IG as a helpful tool Instagram has provided an excellent way for us to do some of that PR preventative work and start reaching people and guiding them and giving them resources and tools and even just solid biblical marriage advice. Long story short Instagram allows us to reach thousands of people instead of just one couple an hour.    R: I know as you started growing and picking up traction, it was blowing your mind how many times your quotes are being shared. For example, you would actually send me your stats and you were so excited because it's proof you are hitting the pain points there and really resonating with people in there. They're consuming your content and sharing it. That is just helping spread the word. How quickly did it take to get to your current number of subscribers?  J: It's a little challenging to answer that because it was slow, then a little bit faster. Then boom, take off running because if you were to look at our feed from the very beginning, it looks entirely different than what it looks like now.   Small growth pays off So we were fumbling around, honestly, for almost eight months to a year just trying to figure out how this whole thing works. That's about when I met you. Now we're almost two years into this and we've got it down. Once we learned what works for us and the tools to use it just took off and we can't even keep up with how many new follo...

Today's episode is all about honing in on your posting strategy! We'll share 10 simple tricks to get you niched down, engaged, and driving traffic. If you run a small business and are stuck on how to market yourself, this is just the episode for you!     Click below for show notes! https://www.ruthiegray.mom/posting-strategy/   Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage https://www.instagram.com/expedition_marriage/?hl=en Suzy Goodwin of Run, Lift, Mom https://www.instagram.com/runliftmom/         1. Decide on days and times and be consistent (scheduler) Incorporate a scheduler! Choosing your days and times to post is one of the most simple but game changing posting strategies on Instagram. A scheduler like Later.com can help take the guesswork out of it. It took me a while to figure out what days and times to post and what days and what times not to post.  But I will tell you that Instagram's algorithm will keep track of when you post, which makes it so important to post regularly for your ideal audience.   2. Show personality in captions Someone who does this so well is Suzy Goodwin from run lift mom pod! Suzy does a fantastic job of articulating her brand voice throughout her post captions. I recently had her on the podcast - Episode 38; Generate Instagram revenue by driving traffic to your website. Check that out for some great traffic-driving hacks. One thing that you'll want to keep in mind as you're plotting your posting strategy is to not have too many long captions. Mix it up! Don't write a book every time. However, it is good to experiment with longer captions sometimes to keep people on your posts longer.   3. Rotate categories You should have 5-7 categories to draw from whilst posting so you're not always talking about the same thing every time. Your audience may come to you for a specific need, but sometimes they just want to be surprised! Keep that brand consistency but make sure you're offering some category variation as well.       4. Intentional Images Choose one style of template for your infographics or non-photo/designed posts. Canva helps immensely with this! You could also choose 2-3 main fonts and stick with only them. Choose brand colors wisely too. Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage does this well with her eye-catching colors and consistent but exciting feed.   5. Engage twice as much as you post! This is a BIG one. You want to turn around your engagement, so you've got to put in that effort. I promise it's worth it! You need more audience traffic in order to get them on your link in bio and your site. In order to do that, you need more engagement. Making sure you are spending twice as much time on the app engaging as you are outputting will help your brand grow.   6. Use Carousels Carousels are useful because sometimes folks come to Instagram to scroll. Having a swipe-through carousel post (especially if you use all 10 slides!) will help your audience stay engaged with your content longer. I suggest putting a shorter caption for carousel posts, since there's already a good bit of content there. The algorithm sees the success of Carousels and that kind of pushes your posts out there.   7. Use Reels Reels are STILL hot, and as we know, video is only growing. Make sure your Reels stay light and entertaining. Showcase your true personality here!   8. Use all forms of video - short and long form. Like I said, video is taking over social media, slowly but surely! Make sure you're implementing all video avenues on IG. This means filling up your Instagram Video tab on your profile so you fulfill the needs of a wider percentage of users-- those who prefer long form as well as those who like more bite-sized content.   9. CTA every time  If your posts don't include CTA's, get on that STAT! CTA's (Call to Action) do not have to be overwhelming or too over-thought.

Here's part 2 of my conversation with Chris & Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage. I hope you enjoy it!Find Chris & Jamie Bailey on Instagram, where they share so much helpful and humorous content to help you grow in your marriage.They also wrote a Couple's Devotional! Find it on Amazon here. Full Shownotes can be found on the blog.Follow on Instagram || @christianenneagram.coachGet the Book || Enneagram For BeginnersLearn On-Demand + Get Coaching || Enneagram 101 CourseVisit the Shop || Christian Enneagram Shop

Tune in to part 1 of my interview with Chris & Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage! They have so much wisdom to share - whether you're married or not - and I'm so excited to share it with you!Find Chris & Jamie Bailey on Instagram, where they share so much helpful and humorous content to help you grow in your marriage.They also wrote a Couple's Devotional! Find it on Amazon here. Full Shownotes can be found on the blog.Follow on Instagram || @christianenneagram.coachGet the Book || Enneagram For BeginnersLearn On-Demand + Get Coaching || Enneagram 101 CourseVisit the Shop || Christian Enneagram Shop

What do three wives with 75 years of marriage experience have to say about peaceful marriages? A lot! Join us this week as we welcome Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage to the podcast to talk about how we can have peace in our marriages during these trying times. You can find Jamie at ExpeditionMarriage.org You can find Betsy at GatheringAround.com You can find Tina at RaisingKidsonYourKnees.org A Flying Arrow Production

On today's episode we're giving you a glimpse into why we do what we do here at Expedition Marriage. We know that not everyone dreams of growing up and becoming marriage counselors. I know, as fun as it sounds to sit with couples and talk about problems, for whatever reason it just isn't the most desirable of career choices for most. BUT, we each have our reasons behind why we chose this path and we want to share them with you. So, grab a few minutes and join us. We promise, once you get to know us you'll quickly learn that we're just an ordinary couple with a God sized, hope filled vision for marriages and families. Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE! We'd love it if you stuck around! Find out more at https://expeditionmarriage.org/post/podcast/our-why/

Jamie Bailey of Expedition Marriage shares with us eight tips on how to be salt and light to your husband. Join the Raising Kids Together Zoom Room which meets Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. ET. The link is at RaisingKidsonYourKnees.org . Raising Kids Together is a ministry of Raising Kids on Your Knees. A Flying Arrow Production

Welcome to Expedition Marriage! We're here to help you enjoy the journey of your marriage. You can be engaged, newly married or married for 50 years,... OR you can be madly in love or on the brink of divorce, it doesn't matter, we're gonna help by bringing you all the best we have to offer and combining that with all that God wants for you marriage too. We're gonna talk about all the hot topics like communication, intimacy, how to reconnect, and even on how to quit avoiding conflict or quit exploding through it. So, if you want to learn some practical tips, have great conversation topics to discuss with your spouse, AND learn what God has for your marriage, then you're in the right place. Is all you need to do is go to your favorite place to listen to podcasts, click subscribe, share it with your spouse and then we will see you on the inside! https://www.expeditionmarriage.org/podcast

We are delighted to have Jaime Bailey from Expedition Marriage today to talk family boundaries with us. If you and your spouse have struggled with having healthy boundaries with your parents this is the podcast you do not want to miss! You may want to grab a pen and paper for this amazing podcast full of great advice. You can find Jamie at ExpeditionMarriage.org You can find Betsy at GatheringAround.com You can Tina at RaisingKidsonYourKnees.org A Flying Arrow Production