One Degree Marriage: a Christian Marriage Podcast for Couples Who Want to Grow
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No. 33: The Worst Marriage Advice
Today, we're talking about some of the worst marriage advice we have heard or our friends have heard. We talk all about the true foundation and goal of marriage, how to make compromises (or not) with your spouse, and sacrificially loving your spouse. PS: our marriage course, Marriage Level Up, is officially LIVE and doors are open to get instant access to your member portal where you'll learn to deepen your communication, strengthen your conflict resolution skills, and be more intentional in everything you do within your marriage! To get enrolled now, visit THIS LINK. Can't wait to see you inside! FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 32: How and Why to Plan a Yearly Marriage Retreat
In this episode we're chatting all about why we think having a yearly marriage retreat is so important in our marriage, how we've done them in the past, and the components we think are important to include in yours! Intentional rhythms in your marriage, like this kind of a retreat, can absolutely change the health of your relationship. To learn more about Marriage Level Up launching in one week, visit thesibleys.co/levelup. CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 31: Highs, Lows, and Buffalos of Our Marriage
Join us on our comfy virtual couch for a casual chat about the highs, lows, and "buffalos" we've personally had in our marriage. If you don't already feel like you know us pretty well, this episode will probably give you an excellent glimpse into our lives and personalities. If you aren't already, please subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening so you don't miss future episodes! PSA: Our marriage course, Marriage Level Up, is launching January 9th and you're not going to want to miss it! FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 30: Christmas with Kids: Santa, Gifts, and other traditions
Christmas, and how it is celebrated, can be surprisingly controversial, even among Christians! In this episode, we talk about some principles for you and your spouse to think through when it comes to deciding how to intentionally celebrate Christmas with your family. We also talk about how we have decided to celebrate Christmas as the Sibley fam. The point of this episode is to just initiate a conversation about it and to show how we think about this so you can have a convo with your spouse. CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap Journal Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 29: Social Justice Through a Biblical Lens with Missie Branch
Today we sit down with the first-ever guest of the One Degree podcast, the incredible Missie Branch. In this episode, we discuss what social justice is and what does it have to do with the biblical concept of justice? How should believers interact with and enact social justice? What about when these issues are also part of heated political debates? Missie Branch serves as Assistant Dean of Students to Women and Director of Graduate Life at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in NC. She is also currently a student there completing her graduate degree in Ethics, Theology, and Culture. Missie is married to Duce Branch and together they have four children. Missie is a contributing author to The Whole Woman: Ministering to Her Heart, Soul, Mind, and Strength and the co-host of the Women & Work Podcast. Currently, Missie serves as the Chair of the Board of Trustees at Lifeway Christian Resources. Also, on a more personal note, Nathaniel had the immense privilege of being a co-worker of hers for four years while in North Carolina! CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 28: What You Read, Watch, and Listen to Matters
This episode is all about something that we tend to think is not a big deal or something we don't give much second thought to–what we read, watch, and listen to. Why should we be aware of what we read, watch, and listen to? How can those things affect us? We talk about our personal experiences with media consumption and struggles, and what the Bible says about what we read, watch, and listen to. We close with six general principles for media consumption and evaluation through a gospel-centered perspective. CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 27: Deconstructing Deconstruction
Today we're talking about this hot buzzword: deconstruction. What is healthy deconstruction? What is unhealthy deconstruction? What are the benefits of deconstructing your faith? What causes unhealthy deconstruction? What effect has social media had on more talk around deconstruction? What effect has church hurt had on more talk around deconstruction? FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 26: Online Church: Does it Count?
Why is online church so popular now? Is it okay to just watch the sermon from my couch on Sunday mornings? What is the purpose of the church? We dive into all these questions in this episode! To clarify before we begin, there are two different ways to talk about the church- the Big C church, and the little c church. The Church is the entire body of Christ- all born-again believers across the world. They make up the global church. The church is the local gathering of believers. To clarify- we're talking about the "little c" church in this episode. CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 25: Gender Roles in Marriage Pt. 2: Husbands
This episode is part two of a mini-series on Gender Roles in Marriage! Last week, in Episode No. 24, we talked about what the Bible actually says about the role of wives in marriage. This week, it's all about the husbands. Like we said last week, please don't dismiss what we have to say, give it some thought and prayer, and examine what we say against the Bible, and see for yourself if what we are saying is accurate and true. What does Scripture have to say about husbands and the role of men in marriage? To be clear, we're specifically talking about husbands and wives, not gender roles in general for men and women. FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | The Nightly Recap JournalMentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 24: Gender Roles in Marriage Pt. 1: Wives
We're going to do a mini two-week series on Gender Roles in Marriage, and this week, we're starting with wives. Right off the bat, please don't dismiss what we have to say, give it some thought and prayer, and examine what we say against the Bible, and see for yourself if what we are saying is accurate and true. What does Scripture have to say about wives and the role of women in marriage? To be clear, we're specifically talking about husbands and wives, not gender roles in general for men and women. SHOW NOTES THE SIBLEYS INSTAGRAMMentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 23: Why We Don't Want to Raise Good Kids
Today we're sitting down to chat all things biblical parenting. We'll answer questions about: What is the goal of biblical parenting? Can I guarantee that my children will be believers? How can I disciple my children? Can I be friends with my kids? Before we dive in, we want to give a little caveat. We're only 3 years into parenting, so we're humbly recognizing our limitations in perspective, experience, and wisdom in parenting. But we're able to look to Scripture for wisdom, so the Bible is what we're relying on here. SHOW NOTES THE SIBLEYS INSTAGRAM Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 22: Do You Know What You Believe?
If you don't know what the Bible says for yourself, everything you hear about it will sound like truth. In this episode, we're talking about whether or not you know what you believe and why that is important. We're not necessarily talking about your political, scientific, social, etc... beliefs (although these are definitely important). We're talking about your theological beliefs. What do you believe about God, Scripture, Jesus, salvation, etc...? Hopefully, a solid theological foundation will transcend and shape your beliefs on other things. FREEBIES FOR YOU: Guide to Reading Your Bible Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | THE SIBLEYS INSTAGRAM Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 21: How to Date Your Spouse
It can be easy to "date your spouse" when you are newlywed. But what happens when you and your spouse have been married for a few years, you have a newborn baby, and you are exhausted? You may not even be able to remember the last time you took a walk or had a deep conversation with your spouse. You're tired, the romance is not natural, and the deep conversations don't come effortlessly anymore. This is likely a scenario that most married couples can empathize with. In this episode, we dig into 6 principles to keep in mind when trying to date your spouse! FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 20: Should I Have Sex with My Spouse Even When I Don't Want To? and Responses to Other Listener Qs
This Q&A we're diving into questions submitted by YOU all about marriage. We put up a question box on Instagram and our emails and y'all gave us some good questions. We answer questions about: What to do when one spouse wants sex and the other doesn't Disagreements between spouses How to handle tricky in-laws FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 19: What's the Difference Between Rest and Leisure?
If you're feeling burnt out and in need of some true rest, this is for you. What is the difference between rest and leisure? Does it matter what activities I do in order to find rest? Why can't I seem to hold on to that feeling of being well-rested? In this episode, we discuss what rest and leisure are and how true rest can only be found in God. We dig into what Scripture has to say about rest, its purpose, and how we can truly experience it. FREEBIES FOR YOU: Are We On the Same Page? Spouse Evaluation 12 Questions to Ask in Your Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide to Reading Your Bible CONNECT The Sibleys Co. Website | The Sibley Shop | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 18: Are You and Your Spouse on The Same Page?
Is your marriage where you want it to be? The majority of us, if we answered completely honestly, would probably say that our marriage has room to grow. In this episode we discuss: how to implement regular rhythms of communication why your family's unique purpose is important the importance of determining your family values how to evaluate your values and whether your time reflects them Download the WEEKLY MARRIAGE MEETING QUESTIONS HERE. Download the "Are we on the same page?" spouse evaluation HERE. For more on this topic, listen to Episode No. 2: Establishing Healthy Rhythms for Couples + Families CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | PinterestMentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 17: How to Prioritize Reading Your Bible While Parenting Littles
"Quiet time" just ain't quiet with little kids around. And it sure can be hard to stay consistent with Bible reading when you're in the trenches of raising babies and toddlers. But we know the importance of being in and transformed by the Word, so let's talk about it. In this episode we discuss: why we should desire the read the Bible in the first place practical ways to prioritize Scripture with kids around how to give ourselves grace while maintaining discipline in this season CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | PinterestMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 16: What to Look For in a Future Spouse
Marriage is a serious commitment, so we should absolutely take seriously the qualities of the spouse we're looking to marry. In this episode, we break down: focusing on becoming someone who would be a godly spouse first the type of person you should desire to become 4 qualities to look for in a future spouse when dating 4 principles to remember as you're pursuing marraige CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | PinterestMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 15: Singleness Isn't Second-Tier
Whether you feel called to singleness for an extended period, or are currently single but desiring to get married one day, this episoded is for you. We dive into what the Bible says about singleness, the benefits of singleness, a proper persepctive on marriage, and what attitude we should have as believers when we don't have something we're currently desiring. If you've ever felt (consciously or unconsciously) like singleness was a second-tier status in the Christian culture, be sure to tune in. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | PinterestMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 14: Who's Holding You Accountable?
We were never designed to follow Jesus in isolation. Fighting sin and pursuing holiness isn't intended to be done alone. Accountability with our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ is essential, and in this episode we break down why, as well as how to even go about creating spaces for accountability with our fellow believers. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | PinterestMentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 13: Approaching Health, Wellness, & Natural Living as a Believer
What's all the buzz around "nontoxic living"? Should being a Christian change our approach to exercise, sleep, food choices, and the types of products we fill our home with? In this episode we get real about two different camps people in our communities often fall into: the camp that tends to not take as good of care of their physical health, and the camp that tends to hold their control of their physical health maybe a little too tightly. As always, we get into what the Bible says, and practically flesh out how this should transform our lives. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 12: What Does it Mean for Husbands to be Spiritual Leaders in Their Homes?
There's often a lot of talk about husbands being "spiritual leaders" in their homes, but what does that even look like? What does Scripture say about spiritual leadership? How can a husband love and lead his wife and family well? What do the different roles in marriage look like in execution? In this episode we dive into the answers to all of the above questions and more. We pray this episode is of very practical encouragement to husbands, or men preparing for marriage in their singleness and dating. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 11: Listener Q&A: Marriage, Family, Advice, Our Daily Life, & Lots of In-Betweens
You, as listeners, asked us questions (via Instagram) ranging from, "How did you get to have so may intentional routines?", "What's the hardest thing in marriage and how did we get through it?", "What's your biggest tip for 2 under 2?", to some personal, and some just funny questions about life. This episode is so fun and we loved being able to hear from YOU, our listeners to steer the convo! CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 10: Let's Talk About Sex, Baby – Conversations Christians Tend to Shy From
Why is sex intended for marriage? What effect did purity culture have on our perspective of sex in marriage? How will I know I'm physically compatible with someone if we wait for marriage? How can a married couple grow in their sex life? Is masturbation a sin? What about oral sex? This is a topic that is rarely talked about from a Christian perspective, but we believe it's important to be open and honest about what we wish we knew before we got married. While this episode will be beneficial for you whether you are single, engaged, or married, if you are struggling with sexual sin and think this episode may be more harmful than beneficial please refrain from listening. The last thing we want to do is hinder someone's personal pursuit of holiness. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 09: How Do I Find Community and Godly People to Speak Into My Life?
I want godly friends and mentors, but where do I even start to find them? What should community look like within the church? How do I make friends in my 20s when I'm in a totally new season of life? On today's episode we'll dive into all these questions and more as we discuss a topic we're so passionate about – biblical community. It's changed our lives and our prayer is that you find biblical community for yourself that will change your life. Join as as we discuss: What types of community we should be looking for What comunity should look like within the church How to initiate friendships even when it's hard or unnatural The importance of genuine, in-person hospitality in a digital age How to invite friends into your existing rhythms and routines of life Ways to serve others The importance of vulnerability and apologies The need for speaking truth in love CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 08: Money Talks – Stewarding Wealth, Debt, Retirement, and More
Is all debt bad? How do I make a budget? What does the Bible really say about money? How do I steward my personal finances well? When and how should I start thinking about retirement? How much money should I have before getting married? As followers of Jesus, Christians ought to recognize that while money is not inherently evil, it is both powerful and dangerous. Therefore, the way that we view money should be distinctly different from how most people do. In this episode, we discuss: What the Bible has to say about the topic of money Why so many millionaires become broke Some sobering statistics about personal finances How to fight against the love of money Practical ways to get started budgeting How we should view debts such as mortgages, student loans, car payments, and credit card debt When and how to start thinking about retirement How much money we need to be prepared for marriage CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 07: How To Read Your Bible: Getting Started or Going Deeper
Reading your Bible isn't about checking a box or "doing the right thing" that "Christians are supposed to do." It's a gift of getting to know the Creator of the Universe. To be able to truly love someone, we must first know them, and to know God, we must first read about who He says He is. In this episode we discuss: Why we should even desire to read our Bibles in the first place Whether the Bible is truly worth believing Practical steps to take to start reading the Bible for the first time Setting a plan for studying your Bible regularly The difference between topical and book studies What our focus should be on as we read Methods for reflecting on and learning from Scripture FREE GUIDE TO GETTING STARTED READING YOUR BIBLE CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 06: Fighting Well and Resolving Conflict in Marriage
What's the number one cause of conflict in marriage? What are practical ways to prevent conflict with the one we love? And when that conflict inevitably comes at some point, how do we resolve it in a loving, Biblical way? Let's chat about all those things in this episode. Annnnd get the whole low-down on the biggest fight we've had to date. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 05: 5 Ways to Slow Down Your Life
How do I slow down when I have so many responsibilities? How do I get silence and rest when I have little ones? In a culture of hurry, hustle, and bustle the tension between keeping up and desperately desiring to change pace is real. In this episode we discusss: Why we need rest and how we were designed for it How to implement a Sabbath in your weekly rhythms Fighting technology addictions and habits to restore rest in our minds The importance of regular silence and solitude How to practically slow down in our daily lives, despite all of life's demands CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 04: How Do I Know Where God is Calling Me?
How do I know if this is God's will? What is His calling on my life? Should I major in this or that? Am I supposed to move here or there? Am I supposed to take this job or that job? Is this something He's calling me to or is just something I, in my flesh, am wanting? These are all common questions we as followers of Jesus find ourselves asking at one point or another. In this episode, we discuss: What a "calling" even means in the first place What we're all called to as followers of Jesus Biblical examples of faithful followers What to ask to practically determind what God is calling you to do Discerning what passions and opportunities God has uniquely given you The importance of receiving counsel from fellow, mature believers This episode was brought to you by Butcherbox – our go-to for the highest quality meat delivered right to our door. We love to stock our freezer with our BB meat. As a listener of this show, use this link to get FREE BACON for life when you place your first order. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE View full show notes on the blog. Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting
No. 03: Ungratefulness Breeds Discontentment
What we give our attention to tends to grow. What if our outlook on life has more to do with our internal heart condition than our external circumstances? In this episode we discuss: How we tend to view inconveniences as a society Examples of gratefulness and ungratefulness in our own lives How to become more grateful people How the Gospel transforms our perspective on it all This epsiode was brought to you by Butcher Box, our fave place to get high quality, organic meat delivered right to our door. Use THIS LINK for an exclusive gift with your first order. CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE View full show notes on the blog.Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 02: Establishing Healthy Rhythms for Couples + Families
In this episode we discuss: Why we need to be intentional with our relationships and families The importance of having a goal and healthy rhythms Encouragement for a spouse who wants to be intentional with communication and rhythms but is facing resistance from their spouse Some of our regular rhythms This epsiode was brought to you by Thrive Market, our fave place to get healthy, organic groceries and snacks delivered right to our door. Use THIS LINK for 40% off your first order today. RESOURCES 3 Big Questions for a Frantic Family by Patrick Lencioni CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE View full show notes on the blog.Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
No. 01: In a Culture of Quick Fixes, Play the Long Game
Playing the long game. A phrase we say a whole lot around here. What does it mean to make choices that intentionally benefit who we want to be in the longrun versus just satisfying an immediate desire? In this episode we'll share a little bit more about ourselves, dive into why the long game matters, and how to practically implement habits and disciplines today to become who you want to be. This epsiode was brought to you by Thrive Market, our fave place to get healthy, organic groceries and snacks delivered right to our door. Use THIS LINK for 40% off your first order today. RESOURCES Atomic Habits by James Clear CONNECT Website | One Degree Instagram | Xan's Instagram | Nathaniel's Instagram | Pinterest GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE View full show notes on the blog.Mentioned in this episode:Download the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meetingMarch Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=preroll
Ep 1No. 00: Behind the Name "One Degree"
If you are a follower of Jesus, you are over the culture of quick fixes and cutting corners, you crave honest conversations about real life, and you like feeling like the people in your earbuds are your new best friends, you are in the right place. Grab a seat on our virtual cozy couch and join the honest conversation. We are Nathaniel and Xan Sibley, your hosts, and we are passionate about equipping you with the tools you need to be faithful in every area of your life, whether you're a college student pulling all nighters to finish writing papers, or a parent pulling all nighters to tend to tiny humans. We are all in this together, and there is a place for you. ONE DEGREE INSTAGRAM ONE DEGREE SHOW NOTES Mentioned in this episode:March Marriage Challengehttps://onedegreemarriage.com/challenge?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=prerollDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateDownload the FREE Weekly Marriage Meeting Template at onedegreemarriage.com/meeting