Archived Podcast Episodes

Growing up blended often includes hard transitions and isolation for those involved. But Marshall West’s story is different. He shares with Ron Deal the beauty of God’s provision for two families coming together after loss, giving him a dad he never had and two brothers who were never considered “step.” Marshall was 12 when his mom married his stepdad, a pivotal point for him. Marshall had been praying to have brothers join his family, and his stepdad had been praying for a Mom for his two boys. Marshall credits the Lord and His goodness for bringing two broken things together…

Do you remember that time on a date night…

Sometimes life forces you to adapt and adjust.

How do I navigate knowing if God actually wants me to push past roadblocks or if I’m supposed to step back and submit to the limitations in front of me? Author Sara Hagerty talks about how to confront pain, embrace limitations, and carve a path through grief and messy emotions.

One of my favorite memories as a little girl..

On any journey, part of gauging your progress is knowing how far you have to go and knowing how far you’ve come.

You know I’m not really much of a hugger am i?…

…for better, for worse, till death do us part.

I will never forget the day when you said I just long for physical touch from you..

It’s quiz time. What do graduation, getting married, getting pregnant or having a baby all have in common?

Do you know what I think has really helped our marriage..

If you want to love someone well, be a gentle-servant.

I’m a verbal processor..

One quality of those who go the distance in their marriage and family is perseverance.

Life ever feel just… too much? Assignments keep stacking, bills keep rolling in, and schedules are packed with tons of stuff to do. Well, author Sara Hagerty gets it. She’s got encouragement for all those tense moments when we’re wondering what’s next.