We install fences in our yards for protection.  We need to install marital fences in our relationship to guard and protect our marriage.  Anything or anyone intruding into our union, breaking the boundaries, has the potential to threaten our marriage.  Listen as Jeff and Debbie discuss several safe "fences" needed in order to protect from dishonoring the relationship.  Getting outside of the fence can do more damage than you ever could imagine.  Honor and protect your marriage!  Stay in your fence ..read more

Our friends, David and Kelly McHargue join us once again in this episode to share valuable information for the blended family.  All couples will benefit from their advice, especially those who have blended two families together, facing unique situations.  Listen as we discuss the counsel they wish someone had given them, so that you can thrive in your family!  Also check out "Blended Conversations" to hear the first podcast we shared with David and Kelly.   Check out these resources for blended families.   Books: The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning: Money ..read more

Let’s face it.  Every marriage has conflict.  It’s basically impossible for two people to live together for any period of time without having different views and perspectives, sometimes resulting in an argument.  The trick is to navigate through to the other side without damaging the relationship.  Listen as Jeff and Debbie share several action steps to ensure you remain a team even when the argument hits! Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to subscribe and rate. Need to contact us or have questions?  Looking for more marriage resources? Visit us at marriageby ..read more

Apathy.  The progression is slow and subtle, but dangerous for any marriage.  In this podcast, Jeff and Debbie share several signs of apathy, along with practical steps to take in order to guard your marriage from the enemy's tactics.  Start your conversations today, working together to strengthen your relationship! Thank you for listening!  Don't forget to subscribe and rate. Need to contact us or have questions?  Looking for more marriage resources?  Visit us at marriagebytheword.com   ..read more

Everyone can benefit when encouraged and invested in by others.  Couples are strengthened in their marriages by learning from those who have walked the path a little longer.  Don't be afraid to step out and develop new relationships.  Learn how you can grow in your marriage as Jeff and Debbie explain the importance of every marriage having a mentoring couple.  You might also learn that you are a couple who could mentor others!  Let's invest in one another as we grow in our relationships. Thank you for listening!  Don't forget to subscribe and rate. Need to contact ..read more

In this episode, we share five additional things that we didn't know about marriage when we made our commitment.  Hopefully, through our transparency, you can avoid some of the mistakes we made.  We are all still learning and growing together.  We would love to learn some of the things you learned after you married.  Share in the comments! Thank you for listening!  Don't forget to subscribe and rate.   Need to contact us or have questions? Looking for more marriage resources? Check us out at marriagebytheword.com   ..read more

Social distancing doesn't pertain to couples!  We're spending much more time together in a limited amount of square footage.  Suddenly, disagreements surface and we have nowhere to go.  Jeff and Debbie offer five steps to bring needed peace back inside your four walls.  We can enjoy each other even when the house seems to be shrinking! Thank you for listening!  Don't forget to subscribe and rate.  We love your comments. Need to contact us or have questions? Looking for more marriage resources? Visit marriagebytheword.com ..read more

As a Christian couple, how important is our attitude?  In marriage, attitudes can make or break us.  They have the potential to draw others to Christ, or drive them from Him.  Attitude is serious.  In this episode Jeff and Debbie share three attitudes God expects in marriage.   Check out their blog post, Attitude is Everything at marriagebytheword.com to learn two additional attitudes for the Christian couple. Thank you for listening! Don't forget to subscribe and rate. We love your comments. Need to contact us or have questions? Email marriagebytheword.com  ..read more

When is the last time you cleaned out your closet?  Did you find things you need to get rid of?  Are they not your style? Do they not fit anymore?  Are you still hanging on “just in case” you need them?  It’s a lot like the old sins we hang on to.  We need to look in the mirror and admit they don’t look too good.  The things we think we can still “wear” or “do” do not look appropriate anymore.  In this episode, Jeff and Debbie discuss what the Word teaches about sin, and why we continue to hold on to some old lifestyle habits.  They give Biblical re ..read more