Podcasts by Brave Marriage Podcast

She Deserves Better - Ep. 142 from 2023-04-10T13:00

Hey Brave Marriage Podcast listeners! Dropping in an episode with friend of the show and former podcast guest, Sheila Wray Gregoire. Sheila and her team at...

Bringing the Full Church to Bear w/ Dr. Christy&Andrew Bauman, LPCC from 2022-03-28T04:00

A Couple’s Guide to Great Sex w/ Dr. Keith&Sheila Wray Gregoire - Ep. 141 from 2022-02-28T05:00

Dr. Keith and Sheila Wray Gregoire join us for a healthy conversation about married sex that combines Scripture AND research. If you want to resolve to hav...

The Blessed Alliance w/ Carolyn Custis James - Ep. 140 from 2022-01-03T05:00

Carolyn Custis James talks to us about The Blessed Alliance; the real purpose of the marriage between men and women in light of the mission of God; and the...

Mutuality Matters w/ Blake Dean&Reverend Erin Moniz - Ep. 139 from 2021-12-13T05:00

Reverend Erin Moniz and Blake Dean talk to us about why mutuality matters for Christian couples, for the church at large, and how it’s impacted their marri...

Another Look at Ephesians 5 - Ep. 138 from 2021-11-29T05:00

When read in light of Aristotle’s household codes, Ephesians 5 means something completely different than what we’ve made it mean today. If Christ is the he...

Equality in Marriage&Ministry w/ Brandon&Haley Weaver - Ep. 137 from 2021-11-15T05:00

Brandon and Haley Weaver talk with us about growing up egalitarian, being introduced to complementarianism in college, and what equality in marriage and mi...

Relationships...In the Beginning - Ep. 136 from 2021-11-01T04:00

In the beginning, God was good. He created us for intimacy, co-dominion, and co-stewardship of His creation. Male-female relationships and marriag...

Egalitarianism - Ep. 135 from 2021-10-18T04:00

What is egalitarianism? How is it different from complementarianism? On this episode, we explore what true equality in Christ means for us all, and how it ...

Complementarianism - Ep. 134 from 2021-10-04T04:00

What is complementarianism? Where did it begin? What are the practical effects of its teachings on real life couples and Christian communities? And how do ...

For Better or Worse: Christian Teachings on Marriage from 2021-09-20T04:00

What have some of the most popular authors and speakers on Christian marriage had to say over the past 5 decades? We’ll talk what’s good, what’s bad, and w...

Doing Marriage with Intention w/ Steve&Twyla Lee - Ep. 132 from 2021-09-06T04:00

Join me in conversation with Steve and Twyla Lee as we talk about their 47 years of marriage experience, plus 30 years of professional experience as Christ...

The Emergence of Complementarity and the Love-Based Marriage - Ep. 131 from 2021-08-23T04:00

Did you know that the concept of marrying for love is only 200-300 years old? In this episode, we trace the love-based marriage back to its roots in the En...

How the 1950s Defined Marriage as We Know It - Ep. 130 from 2021-08-09T04:00

We’re starting this conversation with a little understanding of history, how the 1950s defined marriage and split-sphere gender roles as we know them today...

How the 1950s Defined Marriage as We Know It - Ep. 130 from 2021-08-09T04:00

We’re starting this conversation with a little understanding of history, how the 1950s defined marriage and split-sphere gender roles as we know them today...

Welcome Back to Season 2 on Marriage, Mutuality, and Gender Roles from 2021-08-02T04:00

Join Kensi Duszynski this fall as she facilitates a conversation around marital health, relational dynamics, and the proper place of gender roles in Christ...

Welcome Back to Season 2 on Marriage, Mutuality, and Gender Roles from 2021-08-02T04:00

Join Kensi Duszynski this fall as she facilitates a conversation around marital health, relational dynamics, and the proper place of gender roles in Christ...

Welcome Back to Season 2 on Marriage, Mutuality, and Gender Roles from 2021-08-02T04:00

Join Kensi Duszynski this fall as she facilitates a conversation around marital health, relational dynamics, and the proper place of gender roles in Christian marriage. Conversations will take plac...

Pressing Pause on the Podcast - Ep. 128 from 2021-01-04T05:00

That’s right, folks. I’m pressing pause on the podcast for the moment. Thank you for sharing a small part of your week with me, and thanks for your underst...

The Practice of Being Present - Ep. 127 (Stress Management Series) from 2020-12-21T05:00

New! Stress Management Series to help you (and me) through the end of the year. Based on a talk given earlier this year, Kensi gives practical tools to pra...

Breathing Techniques - Ep. 126 (Stress Management Series) from 2020-12-14T05:00

New! Stress Management Series to help you (and me) through the end of the year. Based on a talk given earlier this year, Kensi gives practical tools and br...

4 Ways to Take a Break - Ep. 125 (Stress Management Series) from 2020-12-07T05:00

New! Stress Management Series to help all of us through the end of the year. Based on a talk given earlier this year, Kensi gives practical tools to manage...

Boundaries Around Disrespect - Ep. 124 (Boundaries Series) from 2020-11-16T05:00

If your spouse is disrespectful, and/or you find yourself treating your spouse the same way, then it’s time to set some real relational boundaries for the ...

Boundaries Within Your Relationship - Ep. 123 (Boundaries Series) from 2020-11-09T05:00

Have you ever created or expressed boundaries in your marriage? If not, learning how to create and set boundaries within your relationship may be the key ...

Boundaries Around Your Relationship - Ep. 122 (Boundaries Series) from 2020-11-02T16:00

Three boundaries to consider setting around your relationship toward the end of the year are external circumstances, extended family, and extramarital inte...

Personal Boundaries Pt. II - Ep. 121 (Boundaries Series) from 2020-10-26T04:00

Do you ever feel like you give and give to others, while your time, energy, and desires are taken for granted? If so, then perhaps some boundaries are in o...

Personal Boundaries Pt. I - Ep. 120 (Boundaries Series) from 2020-10-19T04:00

Do you ever feel like you give and give to others, while your time, energy, and desires are taken for granted? If so, then perhaps some boundaries are in order. Listen in this month to ...

Boundary Setting - Ep. 119 (Boundaries Series) from 2020-10-12T04:00

Do you ever feel like you give and give to others, while your time, energy, and desires are taken for granted? If so, then perhaps some boundaries are in order. Listen in this month to ...

Supporting versus Enabling - Ep. 118 (Responsibility Series) from 2020-09-28T04:00

Do you know the difference between supporting and enabling? Or what it means to take responsibility for carrying your own load while sharing in each other’s burdens? Listen in to find o...

Acting Out of Integrity versus Deception - Ep. 117 (Responsibility Series) from 2020-09-21T04:00

Lasting change requires more than behavior modification. Are you taking responsibility for yourself and the inner work required to make lasting change in your marriage? Listen in to fin...

You're Responsible To (Not For) Your Spouse - Ep. 116 (Responsibility Series) from 2020-09-14T04:00

You’re responsible to your spouse, not for your spouse. So what does that look like in marriage? How do you do life as a team without taking on too much (or not enough) responsibility? ...

You're Responsible for You - Ep. 115 (Responsibility Series) from 2020-09-07T04:00

What exactly are you responsible for in your marriage? For starters, yourself…not your spouse. Listen in this month to learn how to take responsibility between you in healthy, appropria...

Leadership, Assertiveness, and Marriage Roles - Ep. 114 (Q+A Series) from 2020-08-31T04:00

As Leslie Vernick says: You are responsible TO your spouse, but not FOR your spouse. Listen in to learn more through this Q+A.

To work with Kensi, visit Listen

Honest Expression&Self-Regulation in Conflict - Ep. 113 (Q+A Series) from 2020-08-24T04:00

Changing yourself is a great place to start, but sometimes making behavioral changes isn’t enough to address your relational dynamic. In this Q+A, Kensi approaches an issue that’s not q...

How to Mitigate Misunderstandings - Ep. 112 (Q+A Series) from 2020-08-17T04:00

How do we mitigate misunderstandings? Listen in for a few tips, and thanks to you, listener for posing the question!

To work with Kensi, visit Listen

Staying Close through Career Change and Transition - Ep. 111 (Q+A Series) from 2020-08-10T04:00

Today’s question comes from a listener who, with her husband, has decided to go to work for herself instead of someone else. The listener wonders how to stay close and connected through...

Coping with Infertility as a Couple - Ep. 110 (Q+A Series) from 2020-08-03T04:00

Today’s question comes from a listener who’s walking through infertility. Listen in to learn how to cope with infertility as a couple.

To work with Kensi, visit Listen

Fighting Pandemic Fatigue - Ep. 109 from 2020-07-27T04:00

If you’d like a coaching session or two during this stressful time to manage your mind, emotions, and relationships at home, please email ken...

A Quick Tip for Couples with Little Ones - Ep. 108 (Learn with Adrienne Interview) from 2020-07-20T04:00

In a conversation with Adrienne of learnwithadrienne.com, Kensi joins Adrienne in a short discussion about the blessing of “gifting” your spo...

Communication and Couples Counseling - Ep. 107 (Interview with Tanner Hobbs) from 2020-07-13T04:00

In a conversation with Tanner Hobbs of The Chasing Freedom Show, Kensi joins Tanner in a discussion about:

The importance of proactively working on your marriage.

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Couples and COVID - Ep. 106 (Interview with Marshall Wilmhoff) from 2020-07-06T04:00

In a conversation with Marshall Wilmhoff of Hope Presbyterian Church, Kensi joins Marshall in a discussion about:

Opportunities the quarantine has provided for couples to...

The Best of BMP #1 - Ep. 105 (Sex as a Second Language) from 2020-06-29T04:00

This month, we’re counting down to the top 5 most listened-to episodes of the Brave Marriage Podcast. Coming in at #1 is Sex as a Second Language. The Listen

The Best of BMP #2 - Ep. 104 (Learning About Each Other Through the Enneagram) from 2020-06-22T04:00

This month, we’re counting down to the top 5 most listened-to episodes of the Brave Marriage Podcast. Coming in at #2 is Learning about Each Other Through the Enneagram.

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The Best of BMP #3 - Ep. 103 (The Gift of Sex) from 2020-06-15T04:00

Congratulations to our giveaway winners: Shelby T., Maria R., & Mandie H.!

This month, we’re counting down to the top 5 most listened-to episodes of the Brave Marriag...

The Best of BMP #4 - Ep. 102 (How Our Childhood Roles Impact Our Marriages) from 2020-06-08T04:00

Thank you for listening each and every week. This month, we’re counting down the top 5 most listened-to episodes of the Brave Marriage Podcast from our first 100 episodes! And hey, don’...

The Best of BMP #5 - Ep. 101 (All or Nothing Thinking) from 2020-06-01T04:00

During the month of June, we’re counting down the top 5 most listened-to episodes of the Brave Marriage Podcast from our first 100 episodes! Thank you for listening each and every week....

Don't Worry, You're Normal - Ep. 100 (Relational Health Series) from 2020-05-25T04:00

Your questions about your relationship and therapy, answered. It’s our 100th episode and we’re celebrating with a GIVEAWAY!! (1) $100 Amazon Gift Card + (2) $50 Amazon Gift Cards

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Your Spouse Is Not Responsible for Your Happiness (Part II) - Ep. 099 (Relational Health Series) from 2020-05-18T04:00

Our spouse is not a one-stop shop to meet all of our needs, nor is our spouse equipped to carry the weight of our extensive expectations for happiness. Listen in as we discuss a better ...

Your Spouse Is Not Responsible for Your Happiness (Part I) - Ep. 098 (Relational Health Series) from 2020-05-11T04:00

Our spouse is not a one-stop shop to meet all of our needs, nor is our spouse equipped to carry the weight of our extensive expectations for happiness. Listen in to learn more about how...

If You Don't Have Anything Nice to Say - Ep. 097 (Relational Health Series) from 2020-05-04T04:00

This month, we’re covering 4 concepts that I often address in my practice. Today’s episode is all about eliminating criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and negativity from your marriage...

Aiming Toward a Better Normal - Ep. 096 (COVID-19 Series) from 2020-04-27T04:00

In our sixth and final episode of this series, we discuss how to make decisions, establish healthy routines, and form better habits as we aim toward a better normal - while addressing 3...

How to Deal With Wedding Worries - Ep. 095 (COVID-19 Series) from 2020-04-20T04:00

Today’s question comes from a listener in Indiana who wonders about how to help her small group of engaged women walk through the uncertainty they’re facing as their wedding days approa...

Hope in the Midst of Uncertainty - Ep. 094 (COVID-19 Series) from 2020-04-11T13:00

During this Easter weekend, I thought it’d be appropriate to talk through grief and the experience of loss during COVID-19, but also to celebrate the hope we have in Jesus and to talk t...

Getting Along at Home - Ep. 093 (COVID-19 Series) from 2020-04-06T04:00

We’re getting real and discussing how to get along at home! Be sure to check out the past 2 episodes as well, on how to manage your mental health and move through your emotions amidst C...

How to Move Through Your Emotions - Ep. 092 (COVID-19 Series) from 2020-03-30T04:00

This week, we’re discussing how to move through your emotions amidst COVID-19. In upcoming weeks, you’ll learn how to how to get along at home and how to have hope in the midst of uncer...

How to Manage Your Mental Health - Ep. 091 (COVID-19 Series) from 2020-03-23T12:13:05

We’re pausing our marriage formation series to discuss how to manage your mental health during COVID-19. In upcoming weeks, you’ll learn how to manage your emotions, how to get along at...

Monthly Meetings - Ep. 090 (Marriage Formation Series) from 2020-03-16T04:00

Throughout the month of March, we’ll be taking a look at daily; weekly; monthly; quarterly; and yearly rhythms to implement to keep your marriage healthy and thriving!

If...

Weekly Rhythms - Ep. 089 (Marriage Formation Series) from 2020-03-09T04:00

Throughout the month of March, we’ll be taking a look at daily; weekly; monthly; quarterly; and yearly rhythms to implement to keep your marriage healthy and thriving!

If...

Daily Habits - Ep. 088 (Marriage Formation Series) from 2020-03-02T05:00

Today, we are starting a new series on marriage formation practices. Throughout the month of March, we’ll be taking a look at daily; weekly; monthly; quarterly; and yearly rhythms to im...

When Your Sex Life Gets Stagnant - Ep. 087 (Healthy Sexuality Series II) from 2020-02-24T05:00

Have you ever hit a lull in your sex life? How did you two get back on track? If you’ve ever wondered what to do when your sex life gets stagnant, listen in for 4 professional tips to g...

Mutual Pleasure in Marriage - Ep. 086 (Healthy Sexuality Series II) from 2020-02-17T05:00

Why is mutual pleasure important? Listen in as we dive into God’s heart for mutual pleasure as evidenced in Scripture.

If this podcast has been helpful to you in any way,...

Sexual Accelerators - Ep. 085 (Healthy Sexuality Series II) from 2020-02-10T05:00

What serves as a sexual accelerator to you in your marriage? Listen in to evaluate 5 different areas of sexual acceleration to consider.

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Sexual Inhibitors - Ep. 084 (Healthy Sexuality Series II) from 2020-02-03T05:00

What serves as a sexual inhibitor for you in your marriage? Listen to evaluate 7 different areas of life which can create sexual inhibition in your marriage.

If this podc...

Purposeful Living - Ep. 083 (Recasting the Vision Series) from 2020-01-27T05:00

What does living purposefully look like in your everyday? What’s the point for your marriage and do you experience a purpose greater than yourselves? Below are some questions to ask you...

Marital Formation - Ep. 082 (Recasting the Vision Series) from 2020-01-20T05:00

The process by which a couple emotionally, relationally, and spiritually matures, which produces a healthy dynamic, a life-giving culture, and an intimate marriage, for a purpose greate...

Personal Growth - Ep. 081 (Recasting the Vision Series) from 2020-01-13T05:00

A Bold Vision for 2020 - Ep. 080 (Recasting the Vision Series) from 2020-01-06T05:00

Merry Christmas - Ep. 079 (Holiday Series) from 2019-12-23T05:00

Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week; Evan Duszynski for producing, editing, and being the incredible husb...

One Word. One Goal. One Prayer. - Ep. 078 (Holiday Series) from 2019-12-16T05:00

Set your intentions for the New Year with one word, one goal, & one prayer. To do this as a couple, family, team, or church, download the free worksheet: bravemarriage.com/oneword Listen

Boundaries: The Best Gift to Give Your Family This Christmas - Ep. 077 (Holiday Series) from 2019-12-09T05:00

Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries. The best gift to give yourself, your marriage, and your family this Christmas.

Listeners, I’d love to work with you th...

Do This Christmas with Intention - Ep. 076 (Holiday Series) from 2019-12-02T05:00

A few ideas for doing this Christmas with intention. Make it your most enjoyable holiday season yet with this free podcast + PDF! bravemarriage.com/christmaswithintention.

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Finding and Making Meaning, Without Losing Each Other (Pt. II) - Ep. 075 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-11-18T05:00

In which category does your marriage fall? What steps do you need to take toward a healthier marital dynamic?

Individual Meaning - Intimate Relationship = Independent Mar...

Finding and Making Meaning, Without Losing Each Other - Ep. 074 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-11-11T05:00

My prayer for you this week is that you let your loved ones off the hook for fulfilling in you what only Christ can. That you’d understand God’s heart in a new way today as you listen to these word...

Accepting Your Spouse's Influence - Ep. 073 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-11-04T05:00

Find out what means to accept your spouse’s influence and why it’s critical to the health of your marriage. Three steps to growing in this area include:

Ask for your spou...

How to Dialogue About Your Problems - Ep. 072 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-10-28T04:00

Does dialoguing about your problems seem like an oxymoron to you? In this episode, I share 3 tips for turning potential fights and unhealthy conflict into a healthier dialogue.

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Create a Culture of Positivity in Your Home - Ep. 071 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-10-21T04:00

Creating a culture of positivity starts with you. When you eliminate negativity and intentionally commend those you love, you will be the catalyst for creating change for the better. Listen

Building Trust in Your Marriage - Ep. 070 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-10-14T04:00

Today, we’re talking about 3 ways to build trust in your marriage.

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Committing to the Covenant of Marriage - Ep. 069 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-10-07T11:49

Do you have a traditional marriage, a modern marriage, or a covenant marriage? Listen in to thoughtfully consider the type(s) of marriage you’ve committed to - and what it looks like to...

Courageous Conversations - Ep. 068 (Workshop Promo) from 2019-09-30T04:00

Join us October 19th for this workshop!

Committing to Each Other Wholeheartedly - Ep. 067 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-09-23T04:00

What does it mean to commit to each other wholeheartedly? It means committing to one person, our spouse, & forsaking all others for the rest of our days. Listen in to see if you’re ...

Turn Toward Your Spouse - Ep. 066 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-09-16T04:00

There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the third - turning toward your spouse instead of away. Listen & take action on ...

Think of Your Spouse Fondly - Ep. 065 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-09-09T04:00

There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the second - how to think fondly of your spouse and grow in mutual admiration. Liste...

Strengthening Friendship in Marriage - Ep. 064 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-09-02T04:00

There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the first - how to build love maps. Listen in to see what it’s all about and to take...

How to Build a Strong Marriage - Ep. 063 (Sound Marriage Series) from 2019-08-26T04:00

What’s the secret to building a strong marriage? Listen in & take mental note of each step in the marriage-building process. Cheesy, I know - but hopefully memorable!

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Couples Coaching + Courageous Conversations - Ep. 062 (Couple Testimonial) from 2019-08-19T04:00

Listen in as this couple talks about doing marriage with intention, growing individually, and leading lives that honor and glorify God. To sign up for a Courageous Conversations Worksho...

Learning About Each Other Through the Enneagram - Ep. 061 (7 Lessons in 7 Years) from 2019-08-12T04:00

Year 7: Our last episode in the 7 Lessons in 7 Years series! Today, we’re talking all things Enneagram using Beth McCord’s (Your Enneagram Coach) Listen

Making Meaning Out of the Unexpected - Ep. 060 (7 Lessons in 7 Years) from 2019-08-05T04:00

Year 6: What we learned when life didn’t go as planned. We hope it’s helpful to you.

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Taking Time to Ask Intentional Questions - Ep. 059 (7 Lessons in 7 Years) from 2019-07-29T04:00

Year 5: The middle of a difficult season can feel long, hard, and messy. It can also be the perfect opportunity to take pause and ask yourself and each other some very intentional quest...

Coming Together Through Grief - Ep. 058 (7 Lessons in 7 Years) from 2019-07-22T04:00

Year 4: It’s possible to grieve the same experience differently. In fact, it’s probable. Listen in as Kensi and Evan discuss their pregnancy loss and infertility journey, and how they c...

Making Room for Each Other to Grow - Ep. 057 (7 Lessons in 7 Years) from 2019-07-15T04:00

Year 3: One of the most important lessons we’ve learned in our marriage thus far. Mutually empowering each other to grow has led us closer to our dreams; toward greater personal growth;...

Growing Up Together in Your Marriage - Ep. 056 (7 Lessons in 7 Years) from 2019-07-08T04:00

Year 2: Listen in as Kensi admits to how immature & unrealistic she was at the start of her marriage! Thankful for God’s grace & growing up together. Be sure to text the...