Love How Deep Marriage

Auteur(s): Brian Mayer & Heather Mayer
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  • Résumé

  • Love How Deep is a podcast designed to equip married couples like you with resources that rely on the transformative power of God's Word to strengthen your relationship. The hosts, Brian & Heather Mayer desire is to connect couples more deeply to each other. They do this by offering episode content that can help couples communicate better, resolve conflict, understand each other more, tackle roles and responsbilities, parent in better ways, control their finances more, and increase emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual parts of their lives. Engaging guests from married couples, pastors, therapists, authors, and other experts in the field offer great advice.
    2024
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  • 63: What Mary and Joseph Teach Us About Marriage

    63: What Mary and Joseph Teach Us About Marriage
    Dec 24 2024

    Podcast Outline: What Mary and Joseph Teach Us About Marriage

    • "How does the story of Joseph, Mary, and the birth of Jesus shine a light on our marriages today? Their journey teaches us about trust, obedience, worship, support, and faith in the face of the unknown."

    • Overview: This episode explores the Christmas story from a fresh perspective, drawing lessons for couples to apply to their relationships.

    2. Theme 1: OBEDIENCE to God’s Will and Stepping Out in FAITH

    • Scriptural References:

      • Luke 1:26-38: Mary’s obedience to follow God’s will, saying, “May your word to me be fulfilled,” despite not fully understanding how it would unfold. It’s impossible. (I am not worthy).

      • Matthew 1:18-25: Joseph’s obedience after God’s message in a dream, trusting Mary’s story and God’s plan. This is not allowed. (We will be despised).

    • Marriage Application:

      • Obedience in marriage means aligning your relationship with God’s will, even when the path is unclear.

      • Like Joseph and Mary, couples can choose obedience by supporting one another and walking in faith, even in the face of uncertainty.

    • Discussion Prompt: How can couples encourage one another to hear and follow God’s voice?

    3. Theme 2: TRUSTING God and SUPPORTING Each Other (The Journey – Nazareth, Bethlehem, Egypt, Nazareth)

    • Scriptural References:

      • Luke 2:1-7: Trust in God to guide them safely during Mary’s pregnancy.

      • Matthew 2:13-15: Trust in God’s guidance as Joseph obeys the dream to flee to Egypt, stepping into the unknown to protect his family. Angel of the Lord continues to come to Joseph – spiritual leadership.

    • Marriage Application:

      • Marriage thrives when both partners trust God and trust each other to hear from Him.

      • Trusting God involves believing He will care for your family, even when you can’t see the full picture.

      • A supportive partnership strengthens a marriage during life’s challenges.

      • Couples are called to persist together, even when the way forward seems impossible.

    • Discussion Prompt:

      • What steps can couples take to deepen their trust in God and each other?

      • What are some practical ways to support your spouse during a challenging season?

    4. Theme 3: Worship and Gratitude in the Midst of Trials

    • Scriptural References:

      • Luke 1:46-56: Mary’s song of worship (The Magnificat) praises God’s faithfulness even as she faces the uncertainty of her role in His plan. She is still in a place where this has not completely unfolded yet (praise in the midst of trials! (while she was with Elizabeth).

      • Luke 2:19: Mary treasured and pondered all the events surrounding Jesus’ birth, seeing the unfolding of God’s vision.

    • Marriage Application:

      • Worship during trials brings perspective and strength to a marriage.

      • Gratitude shifts focus from the challenges to God’s blessings and faithfulness.

    • Discussion Prompt: How can couples create moments of worship and gratitude, even in difficult seasons?

    7. Practical Takeaways for Marriage

    • Lesson 1: OBEDIENCE to God’s will builds trust and unity. This also includes FAITH

    • Lesson 2: TRUST God and your spouse to hear from Him, especially during difficult times. This also means SUPPORTING each other in the midst of challenges.

    • Lesson 3: WORSHIP together as an act of gratitude, even in trials.

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      • Apple Podcasts

      • YouTube www.youtube.com/@lovehowdeep

    9. Closing

    • Thank you for joining and encourage them to tune in next week for more biblical marriage insights.
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    25 min
  • 62: Navigating Grief in Marriage - Finding Strength Together

    62: Navigating Grief in Marriage - Finding Strength Together
    Dec 18 2024
    Grief Can Strengthen Your Marriage In this episode of the Love How Deep podcast, hosts Brian and Heather Mayer discuss the challenges of overcoming grief within a marriage. They share personal stories of loss, including the passing of Brian’s grandparents, Heather’s stepfather, and beloved pets. The couple highlights the importance of being patient, present, and prayerful during times of grief. Offering comfort and support to each other is essential, they explain, in navigating these difficult moments together. The episode also includes relevant Bible verses and practical tips for couples dealing with loss. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:21 Personal Stories of Loss 01:53 Coping with Expected Loss 03:53 Dealing with Sudden Loss 07:38 Grieving Pets 10:52 Supporting Each Other Through Grief 13:00 Biblical Comfort and Practical Tips 19:12 Conclusion and Farewell
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    21 min
  • 61: Empty Nest Adventures - Finding Joy in Togetherness

    61: Empty Nest Adventures - Finding Joy in Togetherness
    Dec 11 2024

    Find Your Way Back to Each Other Once Your Kids Leave the Nest

    In this episode, Brian and Heather Mayer discuss the challenges and opportunities of being empty nesters, sharing their 10-year journey and offering advice on maintaining and strengthening marital connections. They emphasize the importance of viewing the empty nest phase as a positive transition, highlighting the value of rekindling the dating aspect of the relationship, engaging in shared activities and hobbies, and connecting with church communities for support. They also discuss the role of love and support in marriage, referencing biblical teachings and offering practical tips and resources for couples feeling disconnected. The episode encourages couples to seek help when needed and provides various suggestions to stay connected, such as using the Gottman card deck app for meaningful conversations and setting future goals together. 00:00 Introduction to Thriving as Empty Nesters 00:27 Embracing the Empty Nest Transition 01:12 Staying Connected with Your Spouse 04:12 Practical Tips for Reconnecting 07:54 The Importance of Church and Community 11:10 Making Future Plans Together 14:04 Seeking Help and Professional Guidance 16:31 Conclusion and Encouragement
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    19 min

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