Awesome Marriage Podcast

This week we will be discussing 4 places to never get marriage advice from. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd place today: pop culture. 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 3rd place never to get marriage advice from!

This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about myths people believe about marriage. Today on the podcast Nils, Christina, and Dr. Kim discuss the myth: I still have a right to privacy. They share where this myth comes from and why it's bad to believe it. They give practical advice and share real life examples. 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 1st place today: someone's whose marriage you don't respect. 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 2nd place never to get marriage advice from!

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 you go to bed at the same time as your spouse? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guest Rhonda Stoppe. Rhonda Stoppe is an author and speaker dedicated to helping women live life with no regrets. She has over 20 years experience as a mom, mentor, and pastor's wife. Rhonda joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about the marriage myth: if I marry the right person we will always be in love. They break down why this is a myth and shed light on the truth about love and the ways to work at love. Tune in below to learn more! RESOURCES You can purchase Rhonda's book: 'If My Spouse Would Change, I'd Be Happy & Other Myths Wives Believe' here. You can read more great insights from Rhonda 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: Do married couples have to sleep in the same bed? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast special guest Rhonda Stoppe joins Dr. Kim. Rhonda Stoppe is an author and speaker dedicated to helping women live life with no regrets. She has over 20 years experience as a mom, mentor, and pastor's wife. Rhonda joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about Rhonda's latest book: If My Spouse Would Change, I'd Be Happy. Tune in below to learn more about this myth and how to stop it from corrupting your marriage! RESOURCES You can purchase Rhonda's book: 'If My Spouse Would Change, I'd Be Happy & Other Myths Wives Believe' here. You can read more great insights from Rhonda on her website. You can also follow her on Twitter and Facebook. Here are the other authors Rhonda mentioned in the podcast: Greg and Julie Gorman Cindi McMenamin

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: My spouse brought home a dog without asking me. What do I do? Tune in to find out!

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: My spouse wants me home more but I have to work hard to pay the bills. What should I do? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we have special guests Mike & Debbie Osment with Dr. Kim. Mike & Debbie are friends of Dr. Kim's. Mike & Debbie have a unique story to share when it comes to roles in marriage. Mike & Debbie join Dr. Kim today as they talk about how to navigate nontraditional roles God's Way. Tune in below to learn more about this couple's journey as they lived out their roles in marriage and family!

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: I'm not okay with some of my spouse's health habits. What should I do? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we welcome back 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 week we will be discussing 3 qualities of a Godly wife. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd quality today: she is even tempered. Tune in to learn more about being even tempered, how to find peace when we are struggling, and why God calls us to be even tempered.

This week we will be discussing 3 qualities of a Godly wife. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd quality today: she is respectful. Tune in to learn more about what respect looks like, why men crave respect so much, and why respect is a vital part of being a Godly wife. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd quality of a Godly wife!

This week we will be discussing 3 qualities of a Godly wife. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st quality today: she is encouraging. Tune in to learn more about what it looks like to be encouraging and why it's a crucial part of being a Godly wife. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd quality of a Godly wife!

In a culture that rejects roles it's important that we understand biblical roles and why God created us the way He did. Today on the podcast Nils, Christina, and Dr. Kim discuss the wife's role. They share what the wife's role is, why it's nothing to be ashamed of, and how to be obedient to God's purposes for wife's. Tune in to learn more about the wife's role!

This week we will be discussing 3 qualities of a Godly husband. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd quality today: he loves. Tune in to learn more about what it means to love well and why it's a vital part of being a Godly husband.

This week we will be discussing 3 qualities of a Godly husband. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd quality today: he rejects passivity. Tune in to learn more about what it means to reject passivity and why it's a crucial part of being a Godly husband. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd quality of a Godly husband!

This week we will be discussing 3 qualities of a Godly husband. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st quality today: he leads. Tune in to learn more about what husband leadership is and practical tips on how to lead well in marriage and family. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd quality of a Godly husband!

In a culture that rejects roles it's important that we understand biblical roles and why God created us the way He did. Today on the podcast Nils, Christina, and Dr. Kim discuss the husband's role. They share what the husband's role is, what it isn't, and how to be obedient to God's purposes for husbands. Tune in to learn more about the husband's role!

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: If I am forgiven for my past sexual sin why do I need to tell my boyfriend about it? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guest Pastor Chris Beall with Dr. Kim. Chris Beall is the Oklahoma City Campus Pastor at LifeChurch.tv. Chris also oversees half of the OKC metro LifeChurch.tv campuses. Chris is married to Cindy Beall. Chris joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about codependency and how it can affect a marriage. They define codependency, discuss different types of codependency, and give warnings of things to watch out for to protect your marriage from it. The give practical advice on what to do if codependency is affecting your marriage. Tune in below to learn more about codependency in marriage! RESOURCES You can connect with Pastor Chris on Facebook and on Twitter.

Today on the podcast we have special guest Gary Thomas on the Podcast. Gary Thomas is a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry brings people closer to Christ and closer to others. Gary joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about Gary's new book Cherish and how this one word could change everything for your marriage. Tune in below to learn more about cherishing your spouse! RESOURCES Be sure to check out Gary's blog for more great insights from him. You can connect with Gary on Facebook and Twitter. You can purchase Cherish here.

Today on the podcast we welcome special guest Pastor Chris Beall with Dr. Kim. Chris Beall is the Oklahoma City Campus Pastor at LifeChurch.tv. Chris also oversees half of the OKC metro LifeChurch.tv campuses. Chris is married to Cindy Beall. Chris joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about the struggle of when couples feel like they have outgrown each other. They discuss barriers to closeness in marriage and how to stick together even when things are tough. Tune in below to learn more about what to do when you feel like you've outgrown each other! RESOURCES You can connect with Pastor Chris on Facebook and on Twitter.

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guest Tommy Brown with Dr. Kim. Tommy Brown is a pastor, writer, speaker and financial development strategist. Tommy joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about a topic is one that pains a lot of couples: miscarriage and other reproductive loss. Tune in below to learn more dealing with miscarriage and other loss in marriage. RESOURCES You can download Tommy's spiritual memoir, 'God Remains,' of his wrestling with their miscarriage here for free. For more great insights from Tommy you can check out his website. You can connect with Tommy on Facebook and on Twitter.

Today on the podcast we welcome special guest Tommy Brown with Dr. Kim. Tommy Brown is a pastor, writer, speaker and financial development strategist. Tommy joins Dr. Kim today as they talk about Tommy's new book "The 7 Money Types" and how by understanding how God wired you and your spouse to view money can help you resolve financial tension in your marriage. Tune in below to learn more about how understanding how God wired you can help you better deal with financial tension in marriage. RESOURCES For more great insights from Tommy you can check out his website. You can connect with Tommy on Facebook and on Twitter. Purchase 7 Money Types here.

This week we will be discussing 3 ways to save a struggling marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd way today: prioritize quality time together. Tune in to learn more about why this can save your struggling marriage and how to turn things around for the better even if you currently don't enjoy time together. There is still hope!

This week we will be discussing 3 ways to save a struggling marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd way today: commit to being totally honest with each other. Tune in to learn more about why this can save your struggling marriage and how to get back on track when it comes to honesty and transparency. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to save a struggling marriage!

This week we will be discussing 3 ways to save a struggling marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st way today: surround yourself with Christ centered community. Tune in to learn more about what Christ centered community is, where to find it, and how it can save your marriage if it's struggling. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 2nd way to save a struggling 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: How often should we be intimate? Tune in to find out!

Spiritual warfare is a real thing. The last thing satan wants is for you to have an awesome marriage. Today on the podcast Nils Smith, Christina Dodson, and Dr. Kim talk about spiritual warfare in marriage, what it is, what it isn't, and how to combat it. Tune in to learn more about spiritual warfare in marriage!

Today on the podcast we welcome back special guest J. Parker with Christina Dodson for a special edition "Wives Talk" podcast. 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 Christina today as they talk specifically about common issues women face when it comes to sex. They discuss common questions women have when it comes to sex and tackle many of the tough issues when it comes to sex. Tune in below to learn more about what God wants for Christian married women when it comes to sex! *The podcast is all about sex and Christina and J. talk specifics. This is an R rated podcast for adults only. 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: I hate my husband's friends. What do I do? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we welcome 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: My spouse and I can't agree on what kind of education to give our kids. What should we do? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast Nils, Christina, and Dr. Kim talk about why romance often dies after "I do." They discuss how to avoid the death of romance in your marriage and how to revive it if it's already dead. They give practical keys to romance and share real life stories. Tune in to learn more about successful romance in marriage! RESOURCES You can purchase Keys to Lasting Love by Dr. Kim for more insights on love and romance. Love is the reason most of us took the step into marriage, but we know that for a marriage to thrive, love has to be more than a feeling. In the book, you will look at some of the characteristics of love and then the words of love from 1 Corinthians 12.

Today on the podcast Nils, Christina, and Dr. Kim talk about romance and what exactly romance means in a marriage. They discuss the different types of romance, what romance means to men and to women, and how to increase romance in your marriage. Tune in to learn more about romance! RESOURCES You can purchase Keys to Lasting Love by Dr. Kim for more insights on love and romance. Love is the reason most of us took the step into marriage, but we know that for a marriage to thrive, love has to be more than a feeling. In the book, you will look at some of the characteristics of love and then the words of love from 1 Corinthians 12.

Money is the one of the number one reasons for divorce. Learning how to deal with money well with your spouse is crucial. Today on the podcast Nils Smith, Christina Dodson, and Dr. Kim talk about understanding your spouse's money mindset. They share real life experiences and practical advice on how to understand your spouse when it comes to money and how to make wise choices together. Tune in to learn more about understanding your spouse's money mindset! RESOURCES Taking Financial Peace University is a great first step to getting your money on track. Check out Dave Ramsey's resources at Dave Ramsey's website.

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 get married if I've never lived in the same city as my fiance? Tune in to find out!

One of the biggest struggles in marriages when it comes from money is letting go of the "my money" mentality. Today on the podcast Nils Smith, Christina Dodson, and Dr. Kim talk about how to go from "mine" to "ours" and why it's crucial to take that leap in order to have an awesome marriage. They share real life experiences and practical advice on how to help your marriage thrive in unity when it comes to money. Tune in to learn more about how to go from "mine" to "ours"! RESOURCES Taking Financial Peace University is a great first step to getting your money on track. Check out Dave Ramsey's resources at Dave Ramsey's website.

This week we will be diving into 3 money tips that can save your marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 3rd and final tip today: goal setting. Tune in to learn more about the importance of money goal setting with your spouse and how to do it well! RESOURCES Taking Financial Peace University is a great first step to getting your money on track. Check out Dave Ramsey's resources at Dave Ramsey's website.

This week we will be diving into 3 money tips that can save your marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 2nd tip today: having an emergency fund. Tune in to learn more about what an emergency fund is, how to save for it, and how it works. Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd and final tip that can save your marriage! RESOURCES Taking Financial Peace University is a great first step to getting your money on track. Check out Dave Ramsey's resources at Dave Ramsey's website.

In this episode we will be diving into 3 money tips that can save your marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss tracking what you spend, creating an emergency fund, and goal setting. Tune in to learn more about using these three helpful steps to prevent fights, provide unity, and gain clarity! RESOURCES Taking Financial Peace University is a great first step to getting your money on track. Check out Dave Ramsey's resources at Dave Ramsey's website.

Budgets intimidate a lot of people but a budget done well actually gives you more freedom and more unity in a marriage. Today on the podcast Nils Smith, Christina Dodson, and Dr. Kim talk about budgeting and why it's so important to a marriage. They share real life how-tos when it comes to budgeting and ways to make it work in a marriage. Tune in to learn more about how to keep money from messing up your marriage! RESOURCES Some of the budget tools we discussed today: Google Sheets Mint.com You Need a Budget Pocket Guard Mevelops Every Dollar Quicken Taking Financial Peace University is a great first step to getting your money on track. Check out Dave Ramsey's resources at Dave Ramsey's website.

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 long do you wait on a guy to propose? Tune in to find out!

Today on the podcast we welcome back 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 debt and what it does to marriages, and how to get out of debt and stay out of it. They share biblical advice on what God teaches about debt as well as real life stories and practical advice. Tune in below to learn more about debt's toll on marriages! RESOURCES You can follow Chris online at Stewardship. Be sure to follow Chris on Twitter for more great insights on money.

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast, where people submit their questions to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How long should engagement be? Tune in to find out!

Today on the 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 guest Rick Johnson with Dr. Kim. 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 how spouse should come first and children should come second. They share real life examples and give practical advice on how to put your spouse first and why it's vital to your marriage that you do that. Tune in below to learn more about spouse first, children second! RESOURCES You can purchase Rick's book, 10 Things Great Dads Do here. Another great resource is his book, Romancing Your Better Half: Keeping Intimacy Alive in Your Marriage. You can read more about Rick and the incredible ministry he leads by checking out BetterDads. Be sure to check out his blog for more great insights on family and marriage. You can also follow him on Twitter and Facebook.

Today on the podcast we have special guest Rick Johnson with Dr. Kim. 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! RESOURCES You can purchase Rick's book, 10 Things Great Dads Do here. Another great resource is his book, Overcoming Toxic Parenting. You can read more about Rick and the incredible ministry he leads by checking out BetterDads. Be sure to check out his blog for more great insights on family and marriage. You can also follow him on Twitter and Facebook.