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Ep 46 | A Homebirth Story: Wilder Coast Mar 10, 2025

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It is our privilege and joy to share the birth story of our sixth child, Wilder Coast. Join us as we recount his birth from each of our perspectives as well as our thoughts on homebirth for the first time. This episode will encourage and uplift you as we give testimony to God's goodness and love for his children.

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EP 45 | How Do We Know If We’re Done Having Kids? Feb 20, 2025

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Today we are tackling a HUGE question that is asked in many circles of married couples: how do we know if we're done having kids? Do you get an overwhelming sense of peace? Does my husband decide? Are there external factors that affect couples' decisions? Join us in this episode as we share YOUR stories, reasons and what the Bible has to say about this topic!

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Ep 44 | Does Lingerie Belong in a Christian Marriage? Feb 09, 2025

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In this episode, Jake and Bethany are talking about sex within marriage and if lingerie should be part of a Christian marriage. We have noticed that sex and Christianity are not talked about together enough so we are aiming to open the conversation up in this episode and bring it back to the Bible.

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Ep 43 | What Does Dating Your Spouse Look Like with Little Kids? Jan 31, 2025

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Is Date Night actually that important or something society makes us think is necessary? How do couples with kids find time to be together especially in the little years? How do do strive for a marriage and not just a roommate situation? Join us for the first episode of our mini Valentine's Day series! We are sharing what dating looks like for our marriage, what the Bible says about it and giving you a peek inside our life.

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Ep 42 | God Is Still King on Election Day Nov 05, 2024

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It is election day and week! As Trump and Harris vie for America's votes today, let us remember God is King no matter what the outcome. In today's episode we set aside time to encourage and remind everyone where our hearts should be focused and who to lay our anxieties down before. Filled with scripture, election resources, songs and more, we hope you enjoy this episode!
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Psalm 47:8, Phil. 4:6-7, Psalm 27:1, Matt. 6:34, Titus 3, Roman 13:1, Romans 12:18, John 14:27, Psalm 46: 1-3,6-7
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Psalm 46 (Lord of Hosts) -Shane & Shane
You are God Alone- Meredith James Music
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Ep 41 | Is "Being Woke" Right or Wrong? Oct 18, 2024

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In today's episode we explore the buzz word "woke" and what it actually means. Join us as we dive back to the 1930s and give you a timeline of how "being woke" came to be, how the rights view it, how the lefts view it and ultimately how Christians should view it today.
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Ep 40 | Maintaining Sanity During an Election Year Aug 30, 2024

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It's almost impossible to not notice the political shift in our country over the last several years and when it turns election year, the chaos amps up. Today we are sharing our journey over the last couple years and how we have worked to maintain our sanity and stability while still remaining informed about politics. This episode is packed with scripture and encouragement!
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Ep 39 | Solving Marriage Disagreements Jul 30, 2024

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Marriage is a wonderful gift from God. But it doesn't mean it doesn't come without its share of frustrations and hard times. Throughout our marriage we have had those bumpy seasons of disagreements and learning to be unified on important topics. In today's episode we share how we go about solving marital disagreements but more importantly what the Bible has to say about this. What do you do when you and your spouse can't agree on a topic? What does the Bible say about dealing with conflict? Join us in today's episode!
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Ep 38 | All About RV Living Jul 03, 2024

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In today's episode we are pulling back the curtain on RV living and sharing the the good, the bad, and the beautiful. We are chatting everything from having community on the road. what the day to day looks like to the financial side and bathroom breaks.
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Ep 37 | Our 5th Child's Birth Story & Advocating During Birth May 10, 2024

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Today we are sharing the wild birth story of our 5th child! From delivering with the flu to changing birth locations hours before her birth we share all the details and God's sovereignty. We also walk you through how to advocate for yourself (as the mother) and as the birth support partner.
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