Awesome Marriage Podcast

Today on the podcast we have special guest Jens Jacob joining Dr. Kim as they talk about the brand new film "The Heart of Man." This new film will be shown in theaters nationwide for one day only, this Thursday, Sept 14th 2017! The Heart of Man is a story inviting the sons and daughters of God to leave behind our broken, moralistic and religious way of thinking and relating to God and to others. Once we begin to know who God is (and as a result who we are), we have something to invite the world into. Freedom from performance. Freedom from managing our behavior so we appear acceptable to God. Freedom from our addictions, compulsive behaviors, secrecy and double lives. This film tears the veil of confusion over the church's current identity crisis and enables it to invite the rest of the world to the banquet God is throwing all of us. Jens Jacob is a Director and Producer and produced The Heart of Man. Tune in to learn more about being a producer and this new film! RESOURCES You can purchase tickets to go see The Heart of Man here. But act fast! This film is showing in theaters nationwide for one day only- September 14th!

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because of the incredible response we got from the first time it aired. In this podcast author Carey Nieuwhof joins Dr. Kim as they talk about building a great marriage and also the struggles many pastors have in their own marriages. Carey Nieuwhof is a husband, a dad to two sons and a daughter-in-law, and the founding and teaching pastor of Connexus Church north of Toronto Canada. Connexus is a North Point Strategic Partner RESOURCES Leading Change Without Losing It is a practical book that will help you lead change in the face of opposition. Parenting Beyond Your Capacity is a book Reggie Joiner and Carey wrote to help parents and church leaders leave a legacy for the next generation. You can hear more great insights from Carey on his blog as well as his Leadership Podcast. You can also check more out about Carey and get access to some other great resources on his website.

This week we are going to give you ways to stop fighting with your spouse. We will be discussing 3 ways you can focus on not fighting with your spouse. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd and final way today: stop letting other people get in between your marriage. Tune in to learn more about how doing this can prevent and stop many fights in your marriage!

This week we are going to give you ways to stop fighting with your spouse. We will be discussing 3 ways you can focus on not fighting with your spouse. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd way today: remember your feelings can't be trusted. Tune in to learn why you can't trust your feelings and how knowing this can help your marriage! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to stop fighting with your spouse!

This week we are going to give you ways to stop fighting with your spouse. We will be discussing 3 ways you can focus on not fighting with your spouse. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st way today: watching your tone. Tune in to learn more about to watch your tone in your marriage! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd way to stop fighting with your spouse!

This month on the podcast we are focusing on how to heal a trainwreck marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share 1 way to heal a trainwreck marriage: stop fighting against your spouse and start fighting for your marriage. They define what a trainwreck marriage is and then share real and practical ways to stop fighting your spouse and start fighting for your marriage. Tune in to learn more about how to stop fighting with your spouse!

Today on the podcast we welcome special guests Kelly Flanagan with us. Kelly Flanagan is a clinical psychologist and author and speaker. Kelly writes about personal transformation, marriage, parenting, community, mindfulness and gratitude, grace, the power of story, and the discovery of purpose. Kelly joins Dr. Kim today as they talk how to build a happy marriage. They share about the importance of not wasting time "working on your marriage" when you can be "building" it. Tune in below to learn more about what that means and how it can impact your marriage for the better! RESOURCES You can read more great insights from Kelly on his website. Purchase Loveable here. You can also follow Kelly on Twitter and Facebook.

Today on the podcast we welcome special guests Kelly Flanagan with us. Kelly Flanagan is a clinical psychologist and author and speaker. Kelly has been featured on Reader's Digest, The Huffington Post, and Today. Kelly writes about personal transformation, marriage, parenting, community, mindfulness and gratitude, grace, the power of story, and the discovery of purpose. Kelly joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about Kelly's latest book Loveable which is all about embracing what is truest about you, so that you can embrace your life. Tune in below to learn more about Loveable and how it could impact your marriage! RESOURCES You can read more great insights from Kelly on his website. Purchase Loveable here. You can also follow Kelly on Twitter and Facebook.

Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share about the 5th habit of a healthy couple: showing appreciation. They share why showing appreciation is so essential to a healthy marriage and how to make sure you are doing this well in marriage. They share real life stories and practical advice. Tune in to learn more about showing appreciation and how to keep your marriage healthy!

Earlier this week on the podcast Dr. Kim shared why trying to change our spouse doesn't really work, isn't a good plan, and was never meant to be our role. This week we are going to give you ways to focus on changing yourself instead of trying to change your spouse. We will be discussing 3 ways you can focus on your own transformation. Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina discuss the 3rd and final way today: checking your expectations. Tune in to learn more about how focusing on this is the better plan.

Earlier this week on the podcast Dr. Kim shared why trying to change our spouse doesn't really work, isn't a good plan, and was never meant to be our role. This week we are going to give you ways to focus on changing yourself instead of trying to change your spouse. We will be discussing 3 ways you can focus on your own transformation. Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina discuss the 2nd way today: confession. Tune in to learn more about how focusing on this is the better plan. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to change yourself instead of your spouse!

Earlier this week on the podcast Dr. Kim shared why trying to change our spouse doesn't really work, isn't a good plan, and was never meant to be our role. This week we are going to give you ways to focus on changing yourself instead of trying to change your spouse. We will be discussing 3 ways you can focus on your own transformation. Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina discuss the 1st way today: focusing on your own issues. Tune in to learn more about how focusing on this is the better plan. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd way to change yourself instead of your spouse!

Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share about the 4th habit of a healthy couple: avoiding the temptation to try to change each other. They share why trying to change each other isn't a good plan and what to do instead when you have issues in your marriage. They share real life stories and practical advice. Tune in to learn more about how to avoid this temptation and how to keep your marriage healthy!

This is a podcast that aired earlier this year that we wanted to highlight again because it was such a great conversation about a topic that is too often misunderstood. In this podcast we have special guest Deb DeArmond with Dr. Kim. Deb is an author, a speaker, and relationship coach—helping others improve their interactions at work and at home. Deb runs her ministry at Deb DeArmond/Family Matters. Deb joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about submission. They define it God's way and show us why it doesn't have to be such a dirty word. The give practical advice on what submission looks like in marriage and how to deal with it the right way. Tune in below to learn more about submission! RESOURCES You can purchase Deb's new book: 'Don't Go To Bed Angry' here. Another great resource from Deb is her book 'I Choose You Today' which you can purchase here. You can read more great insights from Deb on her website. You can also follow her on Twitter and Facebook.

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How do I deal with my unequally yoked marriage? Tune in to find out!

Laughter bonds people and while you were dating laughter was most likely a big part of your dating relationship and something that made you fall in love. Unfortunately, too many of us stop laughing together at some point after marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share about laughter and why it can keep your marriage healthy and how to get it back if it's lacking in your marriage. Tune in to learn more about laughter in marriage and how to keep your marriage healthy!

This is a podcast that aired earlier this year that we wanted to highlight again because of the incredible feedback we got from it the first time and how impactful this conversation can be to all of our marriages. In this podcast we have special guest J. Parker with Dr. Kim and Christina. J. Parker is a Christian intimacy author and speaker. Her mission is to reclaim sexuality for marriages as God intended. She has been blogging about marriage and sexual intimacy since 2010 and has written 3 books on marriage intimacy. J. has been married for 22 years and holds a master's degree in counseling. J. joins Dr. Kim and Christina today as they talk about cultivating romance in the bedroom. They discuss barriers to healthy sex and how to overcome those barriers. They give practical advice on how to achieve healthy intimacy and enjoy God's gift of sex with your spouse. Tune in below to learn more about romance in the bedroom! RESOURCES Be sure to read more great insights about sex on J.'s blog. You can follow J. online at Hot, Holy, and Humorous. You can also connect with her on Facebook and Twitter. You can purchase Holy, Holy, and Humorous here.

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Should my spouse handle all drama with their parents and extended family? Tune in to find out!

Quality conversation is a must in a marriage. A lot of couples get caught up in life and forget to make this a part of their daily routine but a healthy marriage is a connected marriage so quality conversation has to be a priority. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share about this habit and how to make sure to do this well in marriage. They share real life stories about and practical advice. Tune in to learn more about quality conversation in marriage and how to keep your marriage healthy!

This is a podcast that aired earlier this year that we wanted to highlight again because of the huge implications it has on marriage. In this podcast we have special guest Chris Brown with Dr. Kim. Chris Brown is a radio talk show host, pastor and dynamic speaker who speaks on stewardship and intentional living nationwide as a Ramsey Personality. Available on radio stations across the country, Chris Brown's True Stewardship provides biblical solutions and sound advice for questions on life and money. Chris joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about God's plan for marriage and money. They share biblical advice on what God teaches us about money and how to steward it well in a way that brings glory to God and joy to your marriage. Tune in below to learn more about God's plan for money in marriage! RESOURCES You can follow Chris online at Stewardship. Be sure to follow Chris on Twitter for more great insights on money.

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guests Lynn & David Cherry with us. Lynn is an author and speaker and writes devotions at Shoreline Church in Austin TX. She also contributes to Created Woman and Affair Recovery. Lynn has a passion for sharing hope and freedom. She writes about motherhood, marriage, and moving forward after betrayal. Lynn & David join Dr. Kim today as they share their story of how their marriage was healed after betrayal. They share their story with true transparency and give practical advice on how to walk into hope and freedom and healing after betrayal in marriage. Tune in below to learn more about recovering from betrayal! RESOURCES You can read more about Lynn and the incredible ministry she does by checking out her website. Be sure to check out her blogs on marriage and her latest book, Keep Walking 40 Days to Hope and Freedom After Betrayal. You can also follow her on Twitter and Facebook.

Today on the podcast we welcome special guests Lynn & David Cherry with us. Lynn is an author and speaker and writes devotions at Shoreline Church in Austin TX. She also contributes to Created Woman and Affair Recovery. Lynn has a passion for sharing hope and freedom. She writes about motherhood, marriage, and moving forward after betrayal. Lynn & David join Dr. Kim today as they talk about showing affection in marriage. They share biblical insights and practical advice on how to show affection in marriage and how to keep your marriage healthy. Tune in below to learn more about showing affection in marriage! RESOURCES You can read more about Lynn and the incredible ministry she does by checking out her website. Be sure to check out her blogs on marriage and her latest book, Keep Walking 40 Days to Hope and Freedom After Betrayal. You can also follow her on Twitter and Facebook.

This podcast aired last year but we wanted to highlight it again because it was such a great conversation that can help a lot of people. Please enjoy this instant classic awesome marriage podcast! Rick is a best selling author, speaker, and founder of Better Dads. Rick inspires people with life-changing insights for men and women on parenting, marriage, and personal growth. Rick joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about the need for good fathers and how the huge amount of absent fathers is affecting our society today. They give practical advice on how to be a great Dad and how God calls men to lead their families. Tune in below to learn more about the deep need for good fathers!

Martha Fisher is our newest Awesome Marriage staff. She joined our team to help facilitate and support Facebook Groups. Martha lives and breaths community and is a social media expert. She brings wisdom and fun to our team! Her and her husband Neil travel the country in their RV. Today on the podcast they share their story of how they work and live on the road. Tune in to learn more about this sweet couple and their journey of marriage on the road!

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guest Jim Burns with us. Jim is an author, speaker, and President of HomeWord. HomeWord is an organization that seeks to educate, equip, and encourage parents and churches to build God-honoring families. Jim joins Dr. Kim today as they dive deeper into the issue of unequally yoked marriages. They share biblical insights and practical advice on how a Christian can best love and support their non-believing spouse. Tune in below to learn more about how to live in an unequally yoked marriage! RESOURCES You can read more about Jim and the incredible ministry he leads by checking out HomeWord. Be sure to check out his daily broadcast for more great insights on family and marriage. You can also follow him on Twitter and Facebook.

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because it is such an important topic and insightful conversation. Please enjoy this Instant Classic Awesome Marriage Podcast! Jim is an author, speaker, and President of HomeWord. HomeWord is an organization that seeks to educate, equip, and encourage parents and churches to build God-honoring families. Jim is a leading expert in teaching healthy sexuality to children. Jim joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about how to teach your children healthy sexuality. They give practical advice on how to equip your children to have a healthy view about sex that honors God's plan for sex. They share ways to approach the sex talk with your children at each age. Tune in below to learn more about teaching your children healthy sexuality!

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: What do I do when someone is trying to make me keep information from my spouse? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we have special guest Jim Burns with us. Jim is an author, speaker, and President of HomeWord. HomeWord is an organization that seeks to educate, equip, and encourage parents and churches to build God-honoring families. Jim joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about what to do when you are in an unequally yoked marriage. They share biblical insights and practical advice on how deal with this very difficult circumstance. Tune in below to learn more what to do when your spouse doesn't love Jesus! RESOURCES You can read more about Jim and the incredible ministry he leads by checking out HomeWord. Be sure to check out his daily broadcast for more great insights on family and marriage. You can also follow him on Twitter and Facebook.

This is an instant classic awesome marriage podcast that aired last year, we wanted to highlight it again because it's such an important topic. Deb is an author, a speaker, and relationship coach—helping others improve their interactions at work and at home. Deb runs her ministry at Deb DeArmond/Family Matters. Ron has co authored several books with Deb. The DeArmond's are marriage experts and high school sweethearts. Deb & Ron join Dr. Kim as they talk about how to not let anger fester. Anger when left to fester can destroy a marriage, Deb & Ron share advice on how to deal with anger in marriage in a healthy way. They share stories from their own marriages and practical advice on how to move past anger in marriage. Tune in below to learn more about how not let anger corrupt your marriage! RESOURCES You can purchase Deb's new book: Don't Go To Bed Angry here. Another great resource from Deb is her book I Choose You Today which you can purchase here. You can read more great insights from Deb on her website. You can also follow her on Twitter and Facebook. To learn more about the best ways to move past anger and resolve conflict in your marriage, check out Dr. Kim's Conflict Resolution Course.

A lot of times in marriage we place unrealistic expectations on our spouse. This week we are going to be talking about that issue. We will be discussing 3 things your spouse can't be for you. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st thing today: your savior. Tune in to learn more about why your spouse can't be this for you.

A lot of times in marriage we place unrealistic expectations on our spouse. This week we are going to be talking about that issue. We will be discussing 3 things your spouse can't be for you. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st thing today: a person you get to mold into what you want. Tune in to learn more about why your spouse can't be this for you. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd thing your spouse can't be for you!

A lot of times in marriage we place unrealistic expectations on our spouse. This week we are going to be talking about that issue. We will be discussing 3 things your spouse can't be for you. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st thing today: your ultimate happiness. Tune in to learn more about why your spouse can't be this for you. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd thing your spouse can't be for you!

Preparing for marriage is a big step that you don't want to miss. A lot of couples get caught up in preparing the wedding that they forget to prepare for an awesome marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share the "don'ts" of preparing for marriage. They share real life stories about what they wish they hadn't done and practical advice on what to avoid as you prepare for marriage. Tune in to learn more about how to prepare well for marriage!

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Should I have lunch with someone of the opposite sex that isn't my spouse? Tune in to find out!

Preparing for marriage is one of the most important things you will ever do. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina share the "do's" of preparing for marriage. They share practical advice on what to do as you prepare for the big day and the even bigger days after the big day. Tune in to learn more about how to prepare well for marriage!

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guests Craig & Rachel Denison. Craig and Rachel Denison are a husband and wife team. Together they created First15, a fifteen minute devotional that leads you into a fresh encounter with God's presence every day through worship, a devotional thought and guided prayer. Craig & Rachel join Dr. Kim today as they talk about their devotional and the importance of taking time to spend with God each day. They share practical advice on what it can look like to spend time with God and how to hear from God. Tune in below to learn more! RESOURCES You can read more great insights from the Denison's on their blog. You can also follow them on Twitter and Facebook. You can download the First15 app for free by searching First15 in the Apple App store or GooglePlay.

Today on the podcast we have special guests Craig & Rachel Denison. Craig and Rachel Denison are a husband and wife team. Together they created First15, a fifteen minute devotional that leads you into a fresh encounter with God's presence every day through worship, a devotional thought and guided prayer. Craig & Rachel join Dr. Kim today as they talk about one habit that often leads to divorce: withholding forgiveness. They break down the importance of forgiveness and how to make sure you have a grace-filled marriage full of healing and renewal. Tune in below to learn more! RESOURCES You can read more great insights from the Denison's on their blog. You can also follow them on Twitter and Facebook. You can download the First15 app for free by searching First15 in the Apple App store or GooglePlay.

This week we will be discussing 3 decisions you should always consult your spouse about. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd decision today: trips and plans. Tune in to learn more about the importance of including your spouse in these decisions and how to make them together in unity!

This week we will be discussing 3 decisions you should always consult your spouse about. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd decision today: major money decisions. Tune in to learn more about the importance of including your spouse in these decisions and how to make them together in unity. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd decision to always consult your spouse about!

This week we will be discussing 3 decisions you should always consult your spouse about. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st decision today: job decisions. Tune in to learn more about the importance of including your spouse in these decisions and how to make them together in unity. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd decision to always consult your spouse about!

This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about habits that lead to divorce. Each week we will be covering one habit that can often lead to divorce and how to avoid it in your own marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina discuss the habit of: separate things. Whether it's separate bank accounts, beds, or lives there is no place for certain "separates" in a marriage. Tune in to learn more about this habit and how to avoid "separate things" in your marriage and embrace unity!

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Is it okay to remove a family member from your life if they are interfering in your marriage? Tune in to find out!

This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about habits that lead to divorce. Each week we will be covering one habit that can often lead to divorce and how to avoid it in your own marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim, Nils, and Christina discuss the habit: sexs and secrets. Sex issues and secrecy are often intertwined and these issues can destroy a marriage. Tune in to learn more about this habit and how to avoid it in your own marriage!

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Should married couples wait and be married for awhile before having kids? Tune in to find out!

This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about habits that lead to divorce. Each week we will be covering one habit that can often lead to divorce and how to avoid it in your own marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the habit: not keeping first things first. Tune in to learn more about this habit and how to avoid it in your own marriage!

This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about myths people believe about marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the myth: my loyalty should be with my family of origin because they raised me. Tune in to learn more about this myth and how to make sure you aren't believing it in your own marriage!

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Is it okay to take a break in a Christian marriage? Tune in to find out!

This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about myths people believe about marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the myth: I should not have to tell my spouse what's wrong, they should know me. Tune in to learn more about this myth and how to make sure you aren't believing it in your own marriage!

This week we will be discussing 4 places to never get marriage advice from. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 4th and final place today: people who don't share your values. Tune in to learn more about the dangers in getting advice here and what to watch out for.

This week we will be discussing 4 places to never get marriage advice from. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd place today: people who aren't fond of marriage. Tune in to learn more about the dangers in getting advice here and what to watch out for. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 4th and final place never to get marriage advice from!