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In this powerful series, Greg Mohr shares the principles that he and his wife Janice have applied in their lives that has resulted in a happy and successful marriage for over fifty years. Get ready to receive revelation that will enlarge your heart, improve your marriage, and equip you to help others struggling in their marriage relationship!

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your spouse is also your business partner?In Part 3 of our business series, Amanda and I talk honestly about what it has been like to build Trillium together while raising a family and navigating nearly 20 years of marriage.We get into the years when work followed us home every night, the boundaries we've had to learn to set, and why our very different personalities have ultimately made us better business partners. I'm the big-picture person who is always thinking about what's next. Amanda is the detail-oriented one asking how we're actually going to make it happen. That combination has helped us grow, but it has also created some hard lessons along the way.We also talk about how building the practice affected our daughters, the sacrifices we made early on, working through disagreements when you still have to show up together the next morning, and whether we expect our kids to someday carry on the family business.Running a business with your spouse isn't always easy, but after more than a decade of doing it together, we've learned a lot about partnership, boundaries, family, and knowing when the next big idea needs to wait.

This week, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Karyn Gordon (Leadership & Relationship Expert), author of The Three Chairs: How Great Leaders Drive Communication, Performance & Engagement. Karyn is the CEO and co-founder of DK Leadership, a global leadership coaching company whose purpose is developing great leaders at work and home. She has spoken to more than 500,000 people across 17 countries—including Fortune 500 companies, family businesses, entrepreneurs, professional associations, and others.  She is also a media personality & consultant (Good Morning America, Forbes, The New York Times) - and the TV resident Leadership & Relationship Expert for Canada's #1 Talk-Show – Cityline). In 2021, she was nominated for the 29th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award.  Karyn has a Doctorate in Marriage & Family and certifications in Leadership and Emotional Intelligence, Dr. Karyn was invited to collaborate with professors from The Wharton School to develop an EQ training curriculum specifically for family businesses. John Prato, The Consul General of Canada in New York, hosted a reception honoring her work with New York families and organizations. Over the years, she has served as the media spokesperson for Loblaws, Maple Leaf Foods, Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, eHarmony and UNICEF.  

Most of us were taught how to work hard, provide, and solve problems. But very few of us were ever taught how to truly love, communicate, or lead our families the way Christ calls us to. That leaves a lot of men frustrated. We work harder, say less, withdraw emotionally, and wonder why our marriages keep drifting further apart. This week, I sit down with Dr. Greg Popcak, the founder of CatholicCounselors.com and host of EWTN's More2Life program, to have one of the most practical conversations we've ever had on marriage, fatherhood, communication, and authentic masculine leadership. In this episode we discuss:

Marriage, Family, Love & Life | ISKCON Houston | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja

June 21, 2026 FLIP THE SCRIPT on Marriage & Family: God's Design Still Works Ephesians 5։22 - 6։4 Pastor Gabriel Q. Orr Information about how to connect with us can be found at www.nobc.church Please check us out on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NorthOaks https://linktr.ee/northoaksbaptistchurch We hope you have been blessed by this sermon. And we would love to have you join us in person if you are able.

Marriage, Family, and Happiness While a financial advisor at a bank stated that a great way to become rich is to "inherit it," this is not good financial advice. There are much better ways to improve your financial position. The government and the UN are pushing for a lower world population, less eating of meat, and to get away from the nuclear family that includes both a mother and a father. We talk about the the effects single-parent households can have on kids, why marriage is beneficial, and how each spouse can have their own chosen role in the relationship, even if it isn't "traditional."  We also talk about the school system, the Bank of International Settlements, and the Cantillion effect. Learn how you can make your world a better place! Abolish Property Taxes in Ohio: www.AxOHTax.com  Get more information about abolishing all property taxes in Ohio. https://citizensforpropertytaxreform.org/ Our Links: www.RealPowerFamily.com Info@RealPowerFamily.com 833-Be-Do-Have (833-233-6428

PASTOR Q+A Join us for a conversation on what Godly relationships and a Godly marriage looks like. In Jesus, healthy relationships are possible! www.localcity.church

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Katy Faust calls on adults to get out of their comfort zone to protect children from godlessness infiltrating families and households. Them Before Us: https://thembeforeus.com/ Greater Than Campaign: https://greaterthancampaign.com/ Abraham to Armageddon: https://www.comingsoonministries.org/conference www.worldviewmatters.tv © FreedomProject 2026

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Comedian Jeff Allen opens up about Marriage, Family Chaos, and Faith that Hits Home is exactly what audiences are searching for when it comes to real, relatable, and hilarious comedy rooted in truth and Faith.In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, comedian Jeff Allen joins SMA Tilley for a conversation that blends humor, real-life experience, and Faith in Christ. From marriage struggles to family chaos, Jeff Allen delivers comedy that hits home because it's real and relatable.Jeff Allen is one of the most recognized comedians in America, known for stand-up centered on marriage, parenting, and everyday life. What sets him apart is how his Christian Faith shapes his comedy by bringing perspective, honesty, and meaning behind the laughter.What makes this episode stand out is the dynamic between Jeff Allen and SMA Tilley. Their back-and-forth is natural, unscripted, and at times hilarious. You'll see moments where SMA Tilley is genuinely caught off guard laughing, as Jeff connects through shared truths about life, leadership, marriage, and Faith.Also• Jeff Allen on marriage, family chaos, and real-life humor• How Faith in Christ shapes his comedy and message• Why clean comedy still connects in today's culture• A real and funny conversation with SMA Tilley• Humor that hits without crossing the lineQuestions:Who is Jeff Allen, comedian?Is Jeff Allen a Christian comedian?Is Jeff Allen a clean comedian?What is Jeff Allen known for?What are Jeff Allen's best marriage jokes?Where can I watch Jeff Allen stand up comedy?Is Jeff Allen on Dry Bar Comedy?What comedians talk about marriage and family?Who are the best clean Christian comedians?Is clean comedy still funny today?Why is Jeff Allen so relatable?What podcast is Jeff Allen on?Who is SMA Tilley?What is Your Next Mission podcast?

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This episode includes discussion of sensitive topics, including sexual assault and violence, that some listeners may find distressing. Please take care while listening, and feel free to pause or step away if you need to.At fifteen, Naz Shah was forced into a marriage thousands of miles from home. Years earlier, she had been sent from Bradford to rural Pakistan, pulled out of school and dropped into a life that felt a world away from the one she had known.But the road that would eventually lead her to Westminster begins much earlier. It starts in a Bradford childhood shaped by poverty, upheaval and a mother trying desperately to hold her family together after being abandoned and left dangerously vulnerable.In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Shah to explore the experiences that shaped her life. She recalls growing up amid instability, belongings packed into black bin liners, and the powerful expectations around honour and reputation that governed the choices available to women and girls.As the conversation unfolds, Naz reflects on the moment her childhood ended and the shock that followed her return to Britain. A family crisis would eventually lead to her mother being imprisoned for killing the man who had controlled and abused her for years, a truth that emerged only gradually and changed the course of Naz's life.This is a conversation about survival, silence and the weight of honour. How does a girl who left school at twelve find her way to Parliament? And what happens when the story behind a family tragedy finally comes into the light?Find out more about Honoured by Naz Shah here Additional support:If you've been affected by anything you've heard in this episode, please take a moment to read the resources listed: Rape Crisis, Women's Aid, Victim SupportEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal -> https://nordvpn.com/fulldisclosure Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

Welcome back to part 4 of Marriage and Family series! This week we discuss the gift from God that children are to us as parents and our biblical responsibilities on how to raise them up

Welcome back to part 4 of Marriage and Family series! This week we discuss the gift from God that children are to us as parents and our biblical responsibilities on how to raise them up

Your words can build others up, or tear others down. Learn about the power of your words and how they can affect your relationships in this message by Pastor Trenton!

The first episode of the Neurodiverse Love Docuseries was released on February 14, 2026. Through this four part series, you will meet four Neurodiverse couples who share some of their lived experiences, lessons learned and the strengths, challenges and differences they've had in their marriages. None of the couples knew they were in a mixed neurotype relationship when they married and each shares some of the experiences that have led to more connection, understanding and acceptance of each other's differences.In addition, you will hear from three coaches/therapists who work with Neurodiverse couples. They share their perspective on why challenges may be occurring and also provide strategies and tools for increasing connection.To contribute to this very important project or to learn more about the docuseries click here.—————————————————————————- This is another fantastic presentation from the 2025 Neurodiverse Love Conference. During this episode you will learn from Rev. Dr. Stephanie Holmes and Rev. Dan Holmes who are not only ordained ministers but a happily married neurodiverse couple of 30 years! Stephanie & Dan coach couples  primarily who are faith-based  and will share how the role of faith can help build connection and intimacy in the neurodiverse couple or how the rules, roles and rigidity of religion can bring disconnection in the neurodiverse relationship. Stephanie and Dan Holmes write from lived experience as a NeuroDiverse Christian Couple (NDCC) as well as professional experience working with NDCCs. Their first book, written with their adult children, Embracing the Autism Spectrum: Finding Hope & Joy Navigating the NeuroDiverse Family Journey focuses on their parenting journey of neurodivergent children and discovering their own neurodiversity in marriage. Dr. Stephanie C. Holmes received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Campbell University, her Master's in counseling from Liberty University, and her doctorate in education from Abilene Christian University. She is an ordained minister, author, autism researcher, speaker, and certified autism specialist. When her daughter Sydney was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, her world and focus changed from a thriving marriage and family therapy practice to a world of Individualized Education Programs, 504 educational plans, and understanding how to help students and individuals with challenges and needs in the classroom and the church setting. She is the owner and founder of Autism Spectrum Resources for Marriage & Family, LLC, and she and Dan are co-founders of The International Association of NeuroDiverse Christian Marriage, LLC, and the podcast NeuroDiverse Christian Couples. Dan Holmes is a seasoned leader with a rich background in systems architecture, design, and consulting. He received his bachelor's degree in management information systems from The University of Charlotte and his Masters in computer science through The Georgia Institute of Technology. He is also a professional coach who guides Neurodivergent men, helping them harness their unique potential in personal and professional spheres. These dual roles allow him to integrate innovative thinking with empathy, fostering a culture of understanding and driving holistic growth. Dan is an ordained minister, Master Life Coach, and has served in church ministry through band ministry, small group leadership and board leadership. He received his own identification on the spectrum in 2019. Their book, Uniquely Us is based on published research from Dan's later-in-life adult autism diagnosis and focuses on faith, marriage and autism. It then examines how neurodiversity and faith create a complex relationship dynamic for NeuroDiverse Christian Couples. If you want to continue to learn about NDCCs, join Stephanie & Dan on their podcast, NeuroDiverse Christian Couples at: www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com.

This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken sits down with Leanne O'Neil, a former neurofeedback practitioner who made the bold decision to sell her practice and go all-in on Splankna after seeing deeper, faster, and more affordable results for emotional regulation and trauma support. Leanne shares her fascinating professional journey out of brain-based technology and into a Christ-centered, mind-body approach to emotional freedom. Together, Laura and Leanne explore why Splankna often reaches places that traditional brain training and neurofeedback cannot—especially when it comes to trauma, subconscious patterns, and forgiveness. This episode also takes a surprising turn into the growing scientific and academic interest in forgiveness and emotional regulation, highlighting how leading universities are now studying the role of forgiveness in mental health, stress reduction, and human flourishing. Leanne explains how forgiveness work fits naturally into Splankna sessions and why unresolved emotional pain can quietly keep people stuck—even when they are highly motivated to change. If you are curious about neurofeedback, trauma support, forgiveness research, or why someone would walk away from a successful clinical practice to follow Jesus into a completely different model of care—this episode will give you clarity, hope, and language to understand what Splankna actually offers. Want To Become a Practitioner? You don't need a background in any certain field to be trained! 

In today's devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster continues in Ephesians 5, showing that biblical submission is not confusion or weakness—it is God's order. We look at how Scripture connects Spirit-filled living with humility, thanksgiving, and proper submission to rightful authority. This episode also sets the stage for the next teaching on marriage and family roles that reflect Christ and His church.Key TakeawaysSubmission is order, not chaosA Spirit-filled believer learns humility and lives with gratitudeGod's design includes rightful authority and rightful responseMarriage and family roles point to a greater picture: Christ & the churchScripture Focus (KJV)Ephesians 5:19–21 (praise, thanksgiving, submission)Ephesians 5:22–33 (Christ & the church pattern)Acts 16:25 (Paul and Silas singing in prison)Exodus 15:1–8 (Moses' song)Luke 12:16–21 (the rich fool)Luke 18:9–14 (Pharisee and publican)Luke 17:12–19 (the thankful leper)Next Episode PreviewWe'll continue deeper into Ephesians 5, focusing on how submission plays out in real relationships—starting with wives and husbands, and the way God's order reflects Christ's love and leadership.

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As we head into a new year, it's so easy to keep moving without ever slowing down to reflect. In today's episode, my husband Zane joins me to share a powerful reflection exercise his firm has practiced for years: a solo retreat.  We talk about the intentionality behind stepping away, eliminating distractions, and creating space to thoughtfully evaluate your faith, marriage, family, finances, health, and work. Whether you're craving clarity, peace, or direction for the year ahead, this conversation will give you practical tools and meaningful questions to help you move forward with purpose.   SOLO RETREAT REFLECTION QUESTIONS: SPIRITUAL How satisfied am I with reading the Bible and praying? Am I growing in my faith? How am I involved in my church and ministry? How am I using my spiritual gifts? Do I encourage my spouse spiritually? Am I in an accountability group?   MARRIAGE/FAMILY How close am I with my spouse? How well am I meeting my spouse's emotional, physical, and intellectual needs? How do we communicate with one another? How often do we go on dates? What is our level of physical intimacy, and how do we both feel about it? Are we planning vacations together, and how much do we want to spend? How does our marriage relate to our children, grandchildren, parents, and extended family? Do we spend enough quality time together? How do we encourage one another?   FINANCES How are we stewarding our money? How do I feel about our income? What are our spending habits? What is our level of debt, and what is the appropriate use of debt? What is our investment strategy? Is our insurance appropriate for our stage of life? How are we approaching charitable giving?   PHYSICAL & SOCIAL LIFE What is my balance between being home and being away? How often do we entertain? How are our relationships with close friends and neighbors? How involved are we in our community? Am I taking care of my body? How is my weight, exercise routine, and sleep?   LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: Die with Zero by Bill Perkins   WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends!   ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! My Husband Converted to Catholicism: How We Navigate Faith Differences in Marriage Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Jamie & Zane: Impactful Quotes We Love & Live By Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube

If the FBI showed up at your door tomorrow and your spouse's biggest secret exploded—would your faith and love be strong enough to survive it?What happens when a hidden past collides with a faith-filled marriage—at the front door? In this inspirational and motivational episode of Real Talk with Reginald D, Cheryl and Bobby Love share a powerful true story of redemption, forgiveness, and healing after Bobby's secret identity—kept for 37 years—was exposed when the FBI knocked.This episode is packed with motivational speech moments, faith-driven perspective, and real-life marriage wisdom for anyone trying to rebuild trust, restore hope, and start again after betrayal, trauma, or setbacks. If you need an inspirational push to motivate you through storms, this conversation will strengthen your mindset, renew your faith, and remind you that your story isn't over.A lot of people are carrying something—secrets, shame, regret, fear of being exposed, fear of losing everything they built. And many couples are trying to figure out how to rebuild trust when life hits hard. This inspirational and motivational conversation speaks directly to anyone who wants a stronger marriage, a stronger mindset, and a stronger faith—because it shows what it looks like to motivate yourself through the storm, face consequences, and still rebuild a life with God at the center. If you've ever wondered whether redemption is real, this episode is your motivational speech in conversation form.You Will GainLearn how faith and forgiveness can rebuild trust after shocking truth and heartbreakGet inspirational, practical marriage wisdom on communication, healing, and persevering through life's stormsFeel motivated with a real redemption testimony that proves your past doesn't have to cancel your futurePress play now for this inspirational motivational speech-level testimony—and let Cheryl & Bobby's story motivate you to believe that forgiveness, healing, and redemption are still possible.The Redemption of Bobby Love Book: Purchase on Amazon orHarper Collins LinkSend us a textSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise

Landon Carpenter is a volunteer in Blue student ministry. He sits down with Noisy Narratives to talk about how he met his wife, what it means to love and partner with a spouse with Cystic Fibrosis, and how he feels God prepared him for their life. Landon's perspective is encouraging and his story is a testament to God's faithfulness. Landon's wife, Angela, shared her story in an earlier season - you can listen here.PROGRAM NOTE - please pardon the audio issues during the intro. Equipment problems created some challenges - but we will have them fixed for next week. The interview audio is good!

Hosted by Pastor Jeff FiggsOriginating from GRACE FM in Aurora, Colorado, Calvary Live is a one hour program that answers questions about issues surrounding life, godliness, and living for Jesus Christ in our current ever changing culture.

Each class walks through what makes Lutheran doctrine distinct from other Christian denominations, following the chapters of the book The Lutheran Difference. Designed for youth in confirmation instruction, this series also welcomes anyone who wants a clear, biblical, and Confessional understanding of what Lutherans believe and why.Subscribe & Share:Apple Podcasts: Christ For YouSpotify: Listen on SpotifyWebsite: ZionWG.org/podcastStay Connected:Email: PastorRojas@ZionWG.orgWebsite: ZionWG.orgIf this strengthened your faith, share it with others and leave a review. Your support helps more people hear the faithful preaching of Christ crucified and risen for you.

God gives us instructions in the Bible for how to experience the most harmony and unity within a marriage, a family, and the workplace. But we must first understand submission to the Lord before we can “submit to one another in the fear of the Lord” (Ephesians 5:21).  How we relate with and respond to one another depends on our own walk with the Lord. Follow along in Ephesians 5–6 as Pastor Gary unpacks Biblical truth for wives, husbands, children, parents, and co-workers.

Should mothers work outside the home? If you want an answer more solid than groundless internet opinion or conveniently vague appeals to personal discernment, this is the podcast for you. Margaret McCarthy joins the Catholic Culture Podcast to discuss her essay on why anti-sex-discrimination law's treatment of the sexes as abstract interchangeable units hurts real women, real men, and real children (and real workplaces!). Then we dive into the neglected teachings of John Paul II and earlier popes on the objectively different relationships that men and women have to the home and to work outside the home. Margaret Harper McCarthy is associate professor of theological anthropology at the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage & Family, at the Catholic University of America. She is the editor of Humanum: Issues in Family, Culture, and Science, serves on the editorial board of the English edition of Communio: International Catholic Review, is a member of the Academy of Catholic Theology, and is a consultant to the USCCB's Committee on Doctrine. 00:00 Introduction 2:30 Anti-discrimination law discriminates against real women, children, men, and workplaces 34:30 Sex difference: division of labor and customs 1:03:43 Catholic teaching on working mothers 1:33:08 Contraception and public life vs. the real feminine genius Links  Margaret H. McCarthy, "The Case for (Just) Sex Discrimination" https://newpolity.com/blog/sex-discrimination Thomas's article citing John Paul II and earlier popes on working mothers https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/why-young-catholics-are-rejecting-feminism-pt-2/ Humanum Review https://humanumreview.com/ Some other articles mentioned: Helen Andrews, "Lean Out" https://americanmind.org/features/rule-not-by-lies/lean-out/ Maria Baer, "Maybe Women Can Have It All—But Can Their Kids?" https://ifstudies.org/blog/maybe-women-can-have-it-all-but-can-their-kids  Matthew Mehan, "Wanted: Men of Purpose" https://americanmind.org/features/restoring-single-sex-education-at-vmi-and-beyond/wanted-men-of-purpose/  Magisterial texts mentioned: Rerum Novarum, Divini Illius Magistri, Quadragesimo Anno, Laborem Exercens, Familiaris Consortio Pope Pius XII's addresses to married couples, Dear Newlyweds https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?recnum=12716 Ratzinger/CDF, "On the Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church and in the World" https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_20040731_collaboration_en.html DONATE to make this show possible! http://catholicculture.org/donate/audio  SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter: https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters

Should mothers work outside the home? If you want an answer more solid than groundless internet opinion or conveniently vague appeals to personal discernment, this is the podcast for you. Margaret McCarthy joins the Catholic Culture Podcast to discuss her essay on why anti-sex-discrimination law's treatment of the sexes as abstract interchangeable units hurts real women, real men, and real children (and real workplaces!). Then we dive into the neglected teachings of John Paul II and earlier popes on the objectively different relationships that men and women have to the home and to work outside the home. Margaret Harper McCarthy is associate professor of theological anthropology at the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage & Family, at the Catholic University of America. She is the editor of Humanum: Issues in Family, Culture, and Science, serves on the editorial board of the English edition of Communio: International Catholic Review, is a member of the Academy of Catholic Theology, and is a consultant to the USCCB's Committee on Doctrine. 00:00 Introduction 2:30 Anti-discrimination law discriminates against real women, children, men, and workplaces 34:30 Sex difference: division of labor and customs 1:03:43 Catholic teaching on working mothers 1:33:08 Contraception and public life vs. the real feminine genius Links  Margaret H. McCarthy, "The Case for (Just) Sex Discrimination" https://newpolity.com/blog/sex-discrimination Thomas's article citing John Paul II and earlier popes on working mothers https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/why-young-catholics-are-rejecting-feminism-pt-2/ Humanum Review https://humanumreview.com/ Some other articles mentioned: Helen Andrews, "Lean Out" https://americanmind.org/features/rule-not-by-lies/lean-out/ Maria Baer, "Maybe Women Can Have It All—But Can Their Kids?" https://ifstudies.org/blog/maybe-women-can-have-it-all-but-can-their-kids  Matthew Mehan, "Wanted: Men of Purpose" https://americanmind.org/features/restoring-single-sex-education-at-vmi-and-beyond/wanted-men-of-purpose/  Magisterial texts mentioned: Rerum Novarum, Divini Illius Magistri, Quadragesimo Anno, Laborem Exercens, Familiaris Consortio Pope Pius XII's addresses to married couples, Dear Newlyweds https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?recnum=12716 Ratzinger/CDF, "On the Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church and in the World" https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_20040731_collaboration_en.html DONATE to make this show possible! http://catholicculture.org/donate/audio  SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter: https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”A sword only matters if someone is willing to lift it. We gathered to name the real war for the modern male heart and to chart a path back to love that doesn't flinch from truth. Not a lecture, a battle plan: see the enemy, recover your purpose, and protect what makes civilization possible—life and the family.We start by cutting through the fog. The world isn't neutral; it's contested ground. We talk candidly about how hearts go numb, how vice becomes normal, and why broken desires spill into broken marriages, fractured families, and anxious kids. Drawing from John Paul II's encyclicals and Theology of the Body, we anchor our stance in a robust vision of the human person—reason, intellect, and free will made in the image of God. Then we go to the source: Jesus' words in Matthew 19, “from the beginning,” where male and female, one flesh, and indissoluble union define marriage's truth. If the last great battle centers on marriage and family, then guarding them is not politics—it's fidelity to God's Plan. From there, we press into the heart-level fight. Lust doesn't just distort behavior; it distorts vision. We contrast the culture's scripts of objectification and spectacle with Christ's healing gaze in the story of the woman caught in adultery: mercy that restores dignity and commands a new start. John Paul II's insight guides us—concupiscence threatens but doesn't erase the spousal meaning of the body. Practical steps follow: morning prayer at the moment of temptation, a clear break with porn and the lies it teaches, and accessible study with Theology of the Body to retrain desire toward self-gift. None of this is about sin management. It's about transformation, learning to love as God loves, and becoming men who can be trusted with vows and with the vulnerable.We close by inviting you into brotherhood. Claymore isn't just ideas; it's formation, accountability, and resources you can use today—downloadable battle plans, discussion prompts, and a growing community that stands shoulder to shoulder. Maybe we can shift the culture over time; certainly we can rescue the people right next to us. Subscribe, share this with a brother who needs it, and leave a review so more men find the path back to a clear mind, a clean heart, and a love that endures.Act Five Here! "Stepping Up To True Love"Here are the links to Jack's Substack and  X https://x.com/JP2RenewalDownload the Claymore Battle Plan https://jp2renew.org/claymore/Support the show

Excerpts from her 1917 diary from the section on marriage, family, and children. The wife of Tsar St. Nicholas II, Tsarina St. Alexandra's simple and beautiful words come from her small diary bound in light blue fabric sewn by the Tsarina herself with a small cross embroidered in the corner. On the inside of the cover, written by the hand of Her Majesty, is a simple “Alix, 1917.”

Lyman Stone of the Institute for Family Studies Institute for Family Studies The post Marriage, Family, Fertility and the Partisan Divide in America – Lyman Stone, 9/23/25 (2663) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

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Marriage & Family week 4 looks at the 'God Factor' in marriage. The central theme revolves around Colossians 1:27, reminding us that 'Christ in you' is the hope of glory. This isn't just about knowledge; it's about bringing the unadulterated power of God into our relationships. We're urged to move beyond simply hearing truth to actually embodying it. The message draws striking parallels between our need for forgiveness from God and our call to forgive others, especially our spouses. It's a wake-up call to examine the roots of bitterness in our hearts and to use forgiveness as the shovel to dig them up. This isn't about minimizing hurt, but about elevating what Jesus has done for us. As we reflect on this, we're compelled to ask ourselves: Are we allowing unforgiveness to stunt the growth of our marriages? Are we ready to extend the same grace we've received?

Matthew 19:1-12

If you are someone who loves building healthy relationships, communication skills, and personal growth, then this episode is for you.A few years ago in couples therapy, I learned one simple relationship tip that completely changed the way I communicate, especially during conflict. It's something I come back to again and again, whether I'm arguing with my husband or navigating tension with a family member.This advice is so powerful because it works outside of romantic partnerships too—whether you're navigating tension with a friend, a family member, or anyone you love and respect.In this episode, I'm walking you through the exact phrase my therapist said that stopped me in my tracks, helped my husband and I reconnect, and later, helped my sister and I move from feeling misunderstood to finally hearing each other.But first, a big disclaimer: this tip only works with emotionally intelligent, securely attached people. It's not for those in abusive dynamics or with people who are committed to misunderstanding you. If that's something you've struggled with, I hope this episode gives you clarity on when to apply healthy communication tools—and when to have the self-worth to step away.You'll learn:Why being “right” is overrated in relationshipsHow to shift from objective truth to subjective experiencesWhat emotionally-intelligent conflict resolution actually sounds likeHow to move from defensiveness to connection in under 10 minutesWhether you're in a long-term relationship or just want to improve how you show up for the people you love, this episode will give you the mindset shift you didn't know you needed.Deepen your self-love journey with Mary's books:*The Gift of Self-Love,* an interactive workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself.*100 Days of Self-Love,* a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are.Follow Mary on IG: @maryscupofteaa and @maryspodcastIf you're enjoying this self-love podcast, share it with the women in your life to spread the gift of self-love!Mentioned In This Episode...Ep. 170: Intentional Wedding Planning and Artful Gathering with Priya ParkerEp. 257: Me and My Sister Recap Our Trip to France Ep. 258: Confidence Advice for Teen Girls (feat. My Amazing Sister)Ep. 258: Confidence Advice for Teen Girls (feat. My Amazing Sister)Podcast Episode with relationship therapist, Terry RealEp. 183: The Best Communication Book

By Brian Shaw - Marriage and family have an important influence on human society, but those who know God's design for these institutions see in them an innate value that far exceeds their contribution to peace and stability in this age.

I've faced physical suffering that leaves me asking why God created us so weak. My pain has taught me compassion, but I still struggle to understand its purpose. I've read Salvifici Doloris, but I need help connecting Theology of the Body to my suffering. Why does God allow this? What meaning is there in our bodily weakness?After our fourth child, my husband wants to space the next pregnancy and avoid contraception—but he's unsure about relying solely on NFP. He suggests abstinence for a while, but I'm worried about the impact on our relationship. How can we honor Church teaching, respect my need for rest, and stay close as husband and wife?I struggled with the idea of hell after college. How could a loving God allow eternal punishment? Then Theology of the Body opened my eyes: what if hell is the eternal ache of separation from the One who made us for love? Could the torment of hell be like the anguish of losing our truest beloved?Resources:Click here if you'd like to make a gift to the St. John Paul II Legacy Foundation⁠⁠GOOD NEWS ABOUT SEX & MARRIAGE⁠⁠Family of the AmericasCouple to Couple League---Ask Christopher West is a weekly podcast in which Theology of the Body Institute President Christopher West and his beloved wife Wendy share their humor and wisdom, answering questions about marriage, relationships, life, and the Catholic faith, all in light of John Paul II's beautiful teachings on the Theology of the Body.Questions answered this episode:---Ask Christopher West is a weekly podcast in which Theology of the Body Institute President Christopher West and his beloved wife Wendy share their humor and wisdom, answering questions about marriage, relationships, life, and the Catholic faith, all in light of John Paul II's beautiful teachings on the Theology of the Body.---

“If you don't decide or name the intention, the season will decide for you.”How do you move from chaotic, catch-up summers to ones that genuinely renew your family and your leadership? In this behind-the-scenes episode, Chanie shares the intentional framework her family uses to plan summers that serve as a map for the year ahead—grounding their values, relationships, and rhythms. Key Takeaways:Why summer can't just be a break—it needs to be a blueprint.Treating summer as a time to reset isn't enough. When planned with intention, it becomes a map that shapes your family and leadership for the rest of the year.The I-R-E-R method: Intention, Reflection, Experience, Rhythm.Anchors over goals: the power of seasonal rituals.Planning for joy—on purpose.How memory-making experiences build generational impact.Tune in to explore this reframe and how you can design your summer with intention, reflection, and rhythm—so your leadership starts at home, not on the calendar. Want to discuss what's next in your leadership journey? Visit: https://schoolsofexcellence.com/profit/Mentioned in this episode:The 6 Money Leaks in Schools™Turn Financial Blind Spots into Immediate Profit. Find Your Hidden Profits with The 6 Money Leaks in Schools™ Your school is silently losing thousands every month – money that should be yours. This proven diagnostic reveals exactly where your profit is escaping and how to reclaim it.Click here to learn more about Money LeaksThe 6 Money Leaks in Schools™Turn Financial Blind Spots into Immediate Profit. Find Your Hidden Profits with The 6 Money Leaks in Schools™ Your school is silently losing thousands every month – money that should be yours. This proven diagnostic reveals exactly where your profit is escaping and how to reclaim it.Click here to learn more about Money Leaks

In this episode, we speak with Peter and Theresa Martin, founders of the Wojtyła Community & Institute, about the power of community in supporting marriage and family life. Rooted in the teachings of St. John Paul II, the Martins share their inspiring journey of creating a movement that helps couples grow in conjugal spirituality, mutual support, and shared purpose.The conversation explores how intentional communities can strengthen family culture, revive struggling marriages, and create spaces where faith and joy flourish. Like what you heard? Check them out on the After Cana podcast! Learn more about their mission on their website.

Message from Tyler Hatcher on May 25, 2025

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In this episode of the Them Before Us podcast, Jenn sits down with Aaron Baer, President of the Center for Christian Virtue, to discuss the compelling findings from The Hope and a Future Report. Together, they explore how the decline of marriage and family structure contributes to rising poverty, violence, and mental health struggles—and why strengthening the family unit may be the key to reversing these trends. With insights from research by Brad Wilcox and practical policy solutions, this conversation offers a powerful call to action for lawmakers, churches, and communities alike. See more at https://www.ccv.org/ #thembeforeus #ivffyi #centerforchristianvirtue #marriage #divorce

Today's episode I brought on my husband Seena for an episode where we're both chatting about our individual goals for 2025 and more importantly than WHAT the goals are— we're sharing how we determined what we individually wanted to focus in on and how to support each other as husband and wife moving into the near year. This episode is going to be your jam if you're navigating any career transitions, growing your own business, or really just trying to hear some perspective on how to do life and chase big goals alongside another human doing the same. You'll also get to hear about Seena's brand new business and the back story of how it came to be! This is a fun one!! As mentioned in today's episode: If you're looking to work with me 1 on 1 — I'm going to do some IN PERSON VIP Days in 202 helping you with your BIG VISION, pouring fuel on your fire as well as tactics for your business, podcast, building community, mapping out your offer suite and OF COURSE helping support the mindset blocks you're running into. If you're interested in chatting more on if this could be a good fit DM me the word “VIP” on Instagram or text me at (512) 548-2728 so we can chat more. Ways to connect outside of the podcast: Join our empowerHER text community! Text “START” to 512-548-2728 for FREE daily inspo, juicy news, and fun perks sent straight to your phone!Connect with me on Instagram: @kacia.ghetmiri | @empowerher.podcast& come check out our new YouTube channel: EmpowerHER Podcast