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NewWhat is the STANDARD of our conduct? (Solus Christus, Mature Marriage, 4/5)November 11, 2026 · 37 min
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Hosts Ryan and Selena Frederick discuss modern marriage issues with transparency, humor, and gospel-centeredness. Join in for honest conversations, light-hearted hilarity, and more than enough grace to go around.

License: Copyright 2026 Fierce Marriage

Episodes 299

  1. What is the STANDARD of our conduct? (Solus Christus, Mature Marriage, 4/5)

    37 minSeason 8 · Episode 467

    What’s the real cause behind wives struggling to submit to their husbands? Today we look at one of the most debated passages in Scripture and one small detail inside it that changes how it all fits together …

    Show notes

    What’s the real cause behind wives struggling to submit to their husbands? Today we look at one of the most debated passages in Scripture and one small detail inside it that changes how it all fits together. Whether you’re a husband trying to lead well or a wife trying to understand what the Bible really asks of you, you’ll walk away with a clearer picture of what mature marriage looks like and why so many couples feel stuck.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  2. What drives our CONTINUED love? (Sola Fide, Mature Marriage, 3/5)

    35 minSeason 8 · Episode 466

    Every marriage has seasons of striving, but most couples never stop to ask where all that effort is really coming from. Today we look at why some couples run out of steam while a rare few grow stronger every …

    Show notes

    Every marriage has seasons of striving, but most couples never stop to ask where all that effort is really coming from. Today we look at why some couples run out of steam while a rare few grow stronger every year. If you’ve ever felt worn down by doing all the right things, this one is worth your time.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  3. On what basis do we FORGIVE? (Sola Gratia, Mature Marriage, 2/5)

    28 minSeason 8 · Episode 465

    Why does your spouse love you? And why do you love them? It sounds like an easy question, but the answer might change how you see your whole marriage. Today we break down the one truth that shapes how you …

    Show notes

    Why does your spouse love you? And why do you love them? It sounds like an easy question, but the answer might change how you see your whole marriage. Today we break down the one truth that shapes how you forgive, how you love on hard days, and how you build a marriage that lasts for decades.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  4. Who Has Ultimate AUTHORITY in Your Marriage? (Sola Scriptura, Mature Marriage, 1/5)

    35 minSeason 8 · Episode 464

    Every marriage runs on something, and most couples never stop to ask what. Today we dig into what separates marriages that keep maturing from marriages that stall out. If you want a marriage that is still …

    Show notes

    Every marriage runs on something, and most couples never stop to ask what. Today we dig into what separates marriages that keep maturing from marriages that stall out. If you want a marriage that is still strong decades from now, this one is worth your time.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  5. How Can We Build a MATURE Marriage? (Mature Marriage Series Intro)

    32 minSeason 8 · Episode 463

    What separates a couple who just stays together from a couple who actually grows? What are the marks of a mature marriage? Today Ryan and Selena Frederick break down what real marital maturity looks like and …

    Show notes

    What separates a couple who just stays together from a couple who actually grows? What are the marks of a mature marriage? Today Ryan and Selena Frederick break down what real marital maturity looks like and what it's built upon.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  6. The ONE Weapon Few Christians Use to Guard their Household (Staying Close in the Chaos, 5/5)

    34 minSeason 8 · Episode 463

    Nothing will change the culture of your home and the strength of your marriage like this one habit: Family Worship. • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com• Take the 31-Day Pursuit …

    Show notes

    Nothing will change the culture of your home and the strength of your marriage like this one habit: Family Worship.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  7. Keeping Short Accounts (Staying Close in the Chaos, 4/5)

    26 minSeason 8 · Episode 462

    Marriages don't only fall apart from big blowups — they can also crumble from a hundred small moments nobody ever addresses. Today we unpack one habit we call "keeping short accounts," a practice that's helped …

    Show notes

    Marriages don't only fall apart from big blowups — they can also crumble from a hundred small moments nobody ever addresses. Today we unpack one habit we call "keeping short accounts," a practice that's helped carry our marriage through 23 years.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  8. Prioritizing Consistent Intimacy (Staying Close in the Chaos, 3/5)

    31 minSeason 8 · Episode 461

    Many couples think intimacy should just happen on its own — but what if that belief is harming your marriage? Today we dig into what the Bible actually says about consistency, connection, and why "spontaneous" …

    Show notes

    Many couples think intimacy should just happen on its own — but what if that belief is harming your marriage? Today we dig into what the Bible actually says about consistency, connection, and why "spontaneous" might not be the correct goal.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  9. Warm Regard: How Tiny Reactions Make a Huge Impact (Staying Close in the Chaos, 2/5)

    26 minSeason 8 · Episode 460

    Marriages don't only fall apart from big blowups — they can also crumble from a hundred small moments nobody ever addresses. Today we unpack one habit we call "keeping short accounts," a practice that's helped …

    Show notes

    Marriages don't only fall apart from big blowups — they can also crumble from a hundred small moments nobody ever addresses. Today we unpack one habit we call "keeping short accounts," a practice that's helped carry our marriage through 23 years.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  10. "Coffee Time": The Habit that Changes Everything (Staying Close in the Chaos, 1/5)

    46 minSeason 8 · Episode 459

    How can you protect your connection with your spouse despite being busy? Today, Ryan and Selena Frederick share the one practical daily habit they believe has the highest return on investment for staying …

    Show notes

    How can you protect your connection with your spouse despite being busy? Today, Ryan and Selena Frederick share the one practical daily habit they believe has the highest return on investment for staying connected as a couple.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  11. Emotionalism: The Invisible Toddler Harming Many Marriages

    48 minSeason 8 · Episode 458

    Today we unpack the difference between healthy emotions and something far more dangerous: emotionalism. From the silent treatment to storming off to feeling "unloved" even when your spouse is trying, we break …

    Show notes

    Today we unpack the difference between healthy emotions and something far more dangerous: emotionalism. From the silent treatment to storming off to feeling "unloved" even when your spouse is trying, we break down where feelings cross the line from real to ruling, and what Scripture says about putting them back in their place.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  12. Making the Most of Your Wedding and Honeymoon (Nearly-weds and Newlyweds, 3 of 3)

    39 minSeason 7 · Episode 457

    Today we wrap up our three-part series for nearly and newlywed couples. We talk about things we wish someone had told us before our wedding, our honeymoon, and the moment we came back home to real life.• Master …

    Show notes

    Today we wrap up our three-part series for nearly and newlywed couples. We talk about things we wish someone had told us before our wedding, our honeymoon, and the moment we came back home to real life.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  13. Stewarding Your Engagement for the Glory of God (Nearly-weds and Newlyweds, 2 of 3)

    39 minSeason 7 · Episode 456

    It's wedding season! How can a couple who is headed into marriage best position themselves for success? Last week, today, and next week, we'll talk about exactly that!• Master marital communication …

    Show notes

    It's wedding season! How can a couple who is headed into marriage best position themselves for success? Last week, today, and next week, we'll talk about exactly that!

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  14. For Those Anticipating Marriage (Nearly-weds and Newlyweds, 1 of 3)

    40 minSeason 7 · Episode 455

    It's wedding season! How can a couple who is headed into marriage best position themselves for success? Today, and in the following two weeks, we'll talk about exactly that!• Master marital communication …

    Show notes

    It's wedding season! How can a couple who is headed into marriage best position themselves for success? Today, and in the following two weeks, we'll talk about exactly that!

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  15. Women's Romance Novels? Countless Wives Commit This Sin and It’s JUST as Bad as P*rn

    45 minSeason 7 · Episode 454

    Today, Ryan and Selena talk about a habit many Christian wives have but rarely question. They go through what the Bible says about it and show why it's just as bad as men watching p*rn.• Master marital …

    Show notes

    Today, Ryan and Selena talk about a habit many Christian wives have but rarely question. They go through what the Bible says about it and show why it's just as bad as men watching p*rn.

    • Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    • Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    • Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.com

    If this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.

    Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Subscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

    Socials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriage

    More marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.com

    Our books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com

    Take online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com

    For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.com

    Let’s be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials.

    Ryan:

    https://instagram.com/ryan_fred

    https://twitter.com/ryanfred

    https://facebook.com/ryanfred

    Selena:

    https://instagram.com/selenafred

    https://facebook.com/selena.frederick

  16. Walking Out of Marital Plagues (Conclusion to the 10 Plagues Series)

    31 minSeason 7 · Episode 453

    Over the past ten weeks, we've walked through the plagues that hit marriages the hardest. This final episode is about what comes after them: the blood, the deliverance, and the long walk that …

    Show notes

    Over the past ten weeks, we've walked through the plagues that hit marriages the hardest. This final episode is about what comes after them: the blood, the deliverance, and the long walk that follows.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  17. The Plague of Disordered Roles (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 10/10)

    33 minSeason 7 · Episode 452

    What can a wife do if she is forced to take the responsibilities of the head of the household?RESOURCES:Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.comTake the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge …

    Show notes

    What can a wife do if she is forced to take the responsibilities of the head of the household?

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  18. The Plague of a Cruel Husband or Wife (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 9/10)

    43 minSeason 7 · Episode 451

    How can a wife or husband respond when their spouse treats them with cruelty?RESOURCES:Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.comTake the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge …

    Show notes

    How can a wife or husband respond when their spouse treats them with cruelty?

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  19. The Plague of Financial Hardship (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 8/10)

    42 minSeason 7 · Episode 450

    Financial hardship wreaks havoc on marriages. How can we approach seasons of under-earning without losing the health of marriage in the process? RESOURCES:Master marital communication …

    Show notes

    Financial hardship wreaks havoc on marriages. How can we approach seasons of under-earning without losing the health of marriage in the process?

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  20. The Plague of Mettlesome In-Laws (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 7/10)

    36 minSeason 7 · Episode 449

    Does honoring your parents mean staying quiet when in-laws cross the line? Today, we break down why that's a dangerous misunderstanding, using a real listener's story about a mother-in-law who won't stop …

    Show notes

    Does honoring your parents mean staying quiet when in-laws cross the line? Today, we break down why that's a dangerous misunderstanding, using a real listener's story about a mother-in-law who won't stop attacking her daughter-in-law behind closed doors.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  21. The Plague of a Passive Husband (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 6/10)

    38 minSeason 7 · Episode 448

    Today, we tackle one of the most common and quietly devastating marriage struggles: the passive husband. We unpack why so many men confuse peacekeeping with peacemaking and the practical habits that can pull a …

    Show notes

    Today, we tackle one of the most common and quietly devastating marriage struggles: the passive husband. We unpack why so many men confuse peacekeeping with peacemaking and the practical habits that can pull a marriage back from the edge before it's too late.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  22. Unequally Yoked Marriage (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 5/10)

    33 minSeason 7 · Episode 447

    RESOURCES:Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.comTake the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.comPray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.comTo learn more about …

    Show notes

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  23. When a Husband Doesn’t Lead Spiritually (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 4/10)

    39 minSeason 7 · Episode 446

    RESOURCES:Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.comTake the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.comPray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.comTo learn more about …

    Show notes

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  24. The Plague of a Sexless Marriage (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 3/10)

    39 minSeason 7 · Episode 445

    Today we respond to a letter from a man named Dave who has been rejected by his wife for nearly a decade. If you or someone you know is quietly suffering through a marriage that's struggling in this way, this …

    Show notes

    Today we respond to a letter from a man named Dave who has been rejected by his wife for nearly a decade. If you or someone you know is quietly suffering through a marriage that's struggling in this way, this episode will give you the biblical clarity and direction you've been looking for.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  25. The Biblical Framework That Fixes Communication QUICK

    38 minSeason 7 · Episode 444

    What if the biggest problem in your marriage isn't your conflict — it's how you're speaking into it? Today we dive into a concept that may reframe the way you think about communication: your words are …

    Show notes

    What if the biggest problem in your marriage isn't your conflict — it's how you're speaking into it? Today we dive into a concept that may reframe the way you think about communication: your words are covenantal envoys, carrying cargo between two souls trying to share the same reality.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  26. The Wholehearted YES! How Wives Can Joyfully Submit to Their Husbands

    56 minSeason 7 · Episode 443

    Today we unpack the idea of the "wholehearted yes": what Scripture says about a wife's God-designed posture of responding and receiving, why wives are always communicating something whether they use words or …

    Show notes

    Today we unpack the idea of the "wholehearted yes": what Scripture says about a wife's God-designed posture of responding and receiving, why wives are always communicating something whether they use words or not, and how the gutsy, faith-fueled story of Abigail — a woman who stopped a bloodbath without losing her composure — gives us one of the most powerful pictures of godly restraint in all of Scripture.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  27. Adultery, Betrayal, and S*xual Sin (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 2/10)

    34 minSeason 7 · Episode 442

    Infidelity is the one of the most common plagues destroying Christian marriages today, and many people never see it coming. Today we unpack how to protect your marriage from it (or heal from it) according to …

    Show notes

    Infidelity is the one of the most common plagues destroying Christian marriages today, and many people never see it coming. Today we unpack how to protect your marriage from it (or heal from it) according to the Bible.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  28. An Honest Look at Ongoing P*rn Use (The 10 Marriage Plagues, 1/10)

    42 minSeason 7 · Episode 441

    Pornography is the number one plague silently destroying Christian marriages today — and most wives never see it coming. Today we tackle the most asked-about topic from over 1,300 listener submissions: what do …

    Show notes

    Pornography is the number one plague silently destroying Christian marriages today — and most wives never see it coming. Today we tackle the most asked-about topic from over 1,300 listener submissions: what do you do when your husband's secret is finally exposed?

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  29. When Working Harder Doesn't Work: Becoming a Truly Fruitful Marriage

    39 minSeason 7 · Episode 440

    Many Christians try to fix their marriage by "working harder" on their behavior, but as we discuss in this episode, that’s like stapling fruit to a dead tree. If you find yourself lacking patience, kindness, or …

    Show notes

    Many Christians try to fix their marriage by "working harder" on their behavior, but as we discuss in this episode, that’s like stapling fruit to a dead tree. If you find yourself lacking patience, kindness, or self-control, the problem isn't your effort—it’s your root. We dive deep into the Greek definitions of the Fruit of the Spirit, the "tailpipe" diagnostic for your home, and the reality of what it means to truly be a regenerate believer. This breakdown offers the biblical roadmap to moving from fleshly "rotten fruit" to a life truly indwelled by the Spirit.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

  30. If Bearing Fruit in Your Marriage Feels Forced, You Need to Hear This

    45 minSeason 7 · Episode 439

    Is your marriage bearing genuine spiritual fruit, or are you simply stapling "good behavior" onto a dying tree? Today we dive deep into the "engine" of a Christian union. We explore the critical difference …

    Show notes

    Is your marriage bearing genuine spiritual fruit, or are you simply stapling "good behavior" onto a dying tree? Today we dive deep into the "engine" of a Christian union. We explore the critical difference between moralizing—trying to force change through sheer will—and living a life truly indwelled by the Holy Spirit.

    RESOURCES:

    Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com

    Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com

    Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.com

    To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com

    This ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner

    Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

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