Thrive with Pastor Brad Bigney

Latest Episodes:

MARRIAGE TOO BUSY? WHY YOU NEED TO SLOW DOWN AND BUILD FRIENDSHIP Sep 17, 2025

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Pastor Brad Bigney shares how friendship love plays a critical role in building marriages that flourish. With humor and honesty, he and his wife, Vicki, describe how thoughtful actions, shared interests, and intentional conversations foster deep companionship. Couples will discover how small daily choices produce big changes in marital connection. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WANT YOUR MARRIAGE TO GROW? MAKE SURE IT’S BUILT ON A STRONG FRIENDSHIP Sep 10, 2025

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Pastor Brad Bigney emphasizes that strong marriages are built on more than just romance - they require genuine friendship and partnership. He shares practical insights on how spouses can stop taking each other for granted and instead cultivate a joyful, collaborative relationship. Listeners will be encouraged to build marriages where both voices matter. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHY REAL, MESSY, SACRIFICIAL LOVE IS THE BASIS FOR ANY HEALTHY FAMILY Sep 03, 2025

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Pastor Brad Bigney highlights how family love is intentionally grown through countless ordinary moments in the home. He explains how simple habits like affirmation, addressing conflict, and celebrating each child’s strengths can shape kids for healthy future relationships. Parents will find encouragement to lead their families with grace, purpose, and lasting joy. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHAT IS LOVE? WHY GOOD FEELINGS ALONE CAN’T BUILD A MARRIAGE Aug 27, 2025

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Pastor Brad Bigney explores how biblical love—rooted in selflessness, humility, and grace—can breathe new life into any marriage. With honest reflection and practical insights, he explains why real love is far more than fleeting feelings or physical attraction. Listeners will be challenged to apply God’s truth to strengthen both marriage and all relationships. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

HOW A SMALL MINDSET CHANGE CAN MAKE BIG CHANGES IN YOUR MARRIAGE Aug 20, 2025

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Pastor Brad Bigney shares how Philippians 2 offers practical wisdom to transform your marriage. Discover how shifting your focus from selfish ambition to humble service creates a thriving, Christ-centered relationship. These insights will help you recognize your spouse's strengths and build a deeper connection rooted in grace. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHY RIGHT MOTIVES WILL FUEL A HEALTHY MARRIAGE Aug 13, 2025

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What if the goal isn’t to change your spouse, but to understand how God is changing you? Pastor Brad Bigney unpacks how differences in a marriage—like personality, pace, and preferences—can actually strengthen your relationship. Learn how Philippians 2 invites you to love better by thinking differently. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

HOW CHANGING YOUR THOUGHTS COULD RESCUE YOUR MARRIAGE Aug 06, 2025

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Marriage isn’t about keeping score—it’s about embracing a new focus that prioritizes God’s design. Pastor Brad Bigney helps couples identify destructive patterns rooted in pride and self-centered thinking. Discover how humility and gospel-centered action can revive any relationship, even if only one spouse is willing to grow. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHY MAKING YOUR SPOUSE FEEL SAFE IS CENTRAL TO A LOVING MARRIAGE Jul 30, 2025

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When your spouse feels safe, your marriage begins to grow in unexpected ways. Pastor Brad Bigney shares what changed when he stopped treating his marriage like an afterthought and began valuing his wife’s voice. Their story proves that lasting change is possible—even when the past includes deep hurt, miscommunication, and neglect. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

HOW ONE SHIFT CAN BRING YOU MARITAL SUCCESS Jul 23, 2025

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A thriving marriage starts with a clear focus, and Pastor Brad Bigney explains why that focus must begin with Christ. With honesty and practical insight, Brad and Vicki explore how God realigns our hearts and homes when we surrender control. This will help you evaluate your priorities and take action toward real, lasting change. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

HOW GOD USES MARRIAGE TO MAKE YOU MORE LIKE CHRIST Jul 16, 2025

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Pastor Brad Bigney and his wife Vicki share how the painful process of surrender leads to the lasting joy, peace, and growth we all long for in marriage. They explain why self-protection and control are often the very things keeping you stuck. Discover how God's way—though counterintuitive—is always better. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!