Marriage & The Gospel, Part 2: Identifying The Problem

We continue where we left off last week when we recognized together that our marriages - and our lives generally - are not about us!  We are created to give glory to God through the way that we live our lives and that should show through in our marriages.  So, how do we recognize when that "me mentality" is creeping into our relationships?  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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A Practical Guide To Getting To Deeper Levels Of Conversation

We have spoken to SO MANY couples that really struggle with overcoming "surface level" communication and getting to talking about the deeper things of themselves and their relationship.  Today we talk practically about the things that we have found lead to deeper levels of communication.  Let's get into that!
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Top 5 Things We Have Learned In 40 Years Of Life

In honor of both Nathan and Andrea turning 40 this year, they take a look at their top 5 things that they have learned during their first 40 years. Hopefully you are able to take what they have learned and build on that in your life! Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Upcoming Marriage Monday - Top 5 Things We Have Learned In Our First 40 Years

Upcoming episode on Marriage By Design drops on Monday! Subscribe to the channel now so that you don't miss out!!
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Enemies of the State of Marriage, Part 4 - Social Media

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea continue their series taking a look at some of the influences around us that can be the most destructive forces on our marriages.  This week they take a look at social media - a sneaky tool the devil uses kill, steal, and destroy marriages.  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Wednesday’s 90 Second Q&A - "Do you guys do New Year's Resolutions and what do you think about New Year's Resolutions in general?"

Wednesday Q&A! Nathan and Andrea hit up the mailbag and answer a question.  Check it out and please share this video/audio with anyone that you know who may be wrestling with coming up with something new in 2024!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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The Husband's Leadership Role In Marriage

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea consider the leadership role of the husband in marriage.  God has specifically given this role to the husband, but what does it actually look like to lead well in marriage.  Nathan and Andrea lay out 6 specific things that Godly men do to lead in their marriages and families.  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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What Role Should Our Family Play In Our Marriage?

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea consider what the proper role of parents (and family at large) should be in our marriages.  They also consider some of the most persistent family questions that are raised to them by couples - what if my family is a bad influence on our marriage?  How do we honor our parents but still maintain boundaries?  What if our family will not get out of our business?  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Upcoming Marriage Monday - What Role Should Family Play In Our Marriages? What If Our Family Isn’t Close? What If They Are TOO Close?

Upcoming episode on Marriage By Design drops on Monday! Subscribe to the channel now so that you don't miss out!!
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Let’s Talk About The Christian Response To Christmas

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea dig into the timely topic of Christmas.  How should the Christian couple be thinking about Christmas?  What about the secular parts of Christmas, the commercialization of the season, and what do we do about Santa?  It is time for us to have some real talk.  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Should Raising Children Be A.......Hobby? What Is Our Purpose As Parents?

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea consider the purpose of parenting and effects that parenting decisions have on marriages.  There is a clear purpose for parenting in the Bible but there is so much more that we can do with our children!  Should we?  Should our parenting of our children become a hobby of ours?  What difference does it make?  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Upcoming Marriage Monday - When Does Our Responsibility To Raise Our Children Become A Hobby? Should It Be A Hobby? Does It Matter?

Upcoming episode on Marriage By Design drops on Monday! Subscribe to the channel now so that you don't miss out!!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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I Am Married. Is It Okay To Have Hobbies, Interests, & Friends That Exclude My Spouse?

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea unpack an issue that comes up regularly with couples that they mentor.  Hobbies. Friends. Interests.  Sure, they existed prior to the marriage, but now that we are married and have "become one" shouldn't we ditch those previous hobbies, friends, and interests and just invest in our life together?  At the end of the day, it all boils down to balance, counting the cost, and thinking of your spouse first!  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Upcoming Marriage Monday - What happens to my individualism when I get married? Is it wrong to have separate hobbies/friends? Should I have a say over my spouse’s hobbies and friends?

Upcoming episode on Marriage By Design drops on Monday! Subscribe to the channel now so that you don't miss out!!
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Wednesday’s 90 Second Q&A - ”The holidays get really stressful trying to get the family around to all of the family events. How do we try to manage expectations without overcommitting?”

Wednesday Q&A! Nathan and Andrea hit up the mailbag and answer a question.  Check it out and please share this video/audio with a couple in your life who might be dealing with this during this holiday season!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Wednesday’s 90 Second Q&A - ”My spouse and I are looking for a church as a couple. What should we be looking for in a church?”

Wednesday Q&A! Nathan and Andrea hit up the mailbag and answer a question.  Check it out and please share this video/audio with couples in your life that are looking for a church themselves!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Top 5 Things To Deserve About Your Boyfriend/Girlfriend Before Deciding On Marriage

This week Nathan and Andrea take a look at their top 5 things that they recommend someone observe about their boyfriend/girlfriend/significant other before they decide to marry that person.  Marriage is designed to be a life-long commitment - no matter what - so it should not be one that is jumped into lightly.  So, what should we be closely observing about our significant other?  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Wednesday’s 90 Second Q&A - ”What are a couple of things that we do to prioritize marriage while we are in the middle of raising kids?”

Wednesday Q&A! Nathan and Andrea hit up the mailbag and answer a question.  Check it out and please share this video/audio with someone who is moving into this stage of life!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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The Intimacy Table - Spiritual Intimacy In Marriage Begins With YOU!

Spiritual intimacy can be a really difficult thing to think about within marriage.  Often times we are satisfied as couples just to know that we "believe the same general things".  But do not be fooled!  Spiritual "sameness" is not the same as spiritual intimacy.  The former is easy - the latter takes discipline, intentionality, and your own deep devotion to God.  But spiritual intimacy is only two steps away in your marriage!  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Wednesday Quick Hits - 90 Second Q&A

Wednesday Q&A! Nathan and Andrea hit up the mailbag and answer the question - ""How do we transition the marriage from having kids to being empty nesters?"  Check it out and please share this video/audio with someone who is moving into this stage of life!