Rebuilding Us: Christian Marriage Advice for Couples

Are we really talking about sex before marriage? And what’s the big deal, anyway? Friends, today, we are going there. We are talking about a subject that is highly controversial and highly opinionated. I will share my opinions about why I believe sex is best reserved for marriage, but I will also share some research, and all of this will be from a non-faith-based perspective.  We often discuss married sex on this podcast; it's just a part of marriage, nothing to be ashamed of. But today, we're talking about seven reasons why you need to nix sex before marriage. And while this episode provides a non-religious perspective, I am not ashamed of my Christian faith. I do however serve people from various backgrounds, and I think it's important to have conversations that are not solely from a religious perspective.  LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE   How To Have The Sex Talk with Your Kids Emotional Baggage We Carry In Relationships  Take My Free “How Connected a Partner Are You” Quiz Here. (danache.com/partnerquiz)  SUBSCRIBE | SHARE | RATE   To ensure you never miss an episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Remember, sharing is caring! So, share these episodes with your friends and family via email or social media. Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Join us for Faith Friday, where we dive into the meaning of unanswered prayers. It's a question that often resonates with many, whether you're a newcomer to faith, a seasoned believer, or simply curious about spirituality. "Why does God not answer my prayer?" It's a question that's likely crossed your mind, just as it has mine.  Before we explore this topic further, I want to make one thing clear right from the start: God answers every single prayer. Yes, you heard that right, every single one. But here's the catch: His response depends on whether our prayers align with His divine will.  John 5:14 says, “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know that he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for.”  So, next time you're praying and it feels like heaven's gone silent, remember this: God doesn't abandon His children. Instead, He guides us with answers that are in our best spiritual interest. Instead of frustration, let's embrace gratitude for our kind, gracious, and loving Heavenly Father.  Thank you for joining me on this Faith Friday episode. I'd love to hear your thoughts on today's topic. You can connect with me on Instagram @MrsDanaChe. And be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch all the episodes. Your faith journey matters, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.  Wishing you a Faith-Filled Friday and a weekend full of blessings. Until our next episode, take care.  To stay updated with show notes, helpful articles, and more relationship tips, visit https://realrelationshiptalk.com.  We'd love for you to rate, review, and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast, as your support enables us to continue delivering valuable relationship content to people worldwide!  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get your copy of our latest devotional "Love Is"! Learn more about how I can serve you best at https://danache.com.  Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode, we’re discussing the relationship mind games people play and how to kick these detrimental relational habits to the curb. Just like clutter in our physical space, bad relationship habits (like mind games) clutter our emotional world and hinder the path to fulfilling connections. Today, I want to help you recognize these habits, understand the damage they create, and most importantly, replace them with healthier and more authentic methods of communication.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE Last week's episode - Releasing the Weight We Carry from Relationship Baggage Episode 63 How Apathy is Silently Killing Your Marriage Learn more about premarital counseling here.    Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and rate it if you love it! Connect with Dana on Instagram @mrsdanache or on Facebook @Thrive Relationships. Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's Faith Friday! Join us as we delve into this inspiring message of how to hold joy and pain at the same time. Exploring personal insights and relatable experiences, we navigate the complexity of emotions and the understanding of how our spirit and heart integrate. From finding hope in scriptures to overcoming despair through faith, we share stories of choosing joy amidst life’s challenges. Tune in to discover the power of faith and find strength in every circumstance.   Psalm 42:5 “Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”   We can learn from Paul and Silas by unpacking their story of praise amidst pain in Acts chapter 16.   Something to ponder: In times of adversity, how can we follow the example of Paul and Silas in choosing to praise and hold onto faith, even when faced with challenging circumstances?   Thank you for joining us on this faith-filled journey. Remember, you, too, can hold joy and pain simultaneously, finding strength and hope in every circumstance. Check out my Instagram for more faith-filled content!   To stay updated with show notes, helpful articles, and more relationship tips, visit https://realrelationshiptalk.com.    We'd love for you to rate, review, and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast, as your support enables us to continue delivering valuable relationship content to people worldwide!            ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get your copy of our latest devotional Love Is!Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

BAGGAGE CLAIM: RELEASING THE WEIGHT WE CARRY FROM RELATIONSHIP BAGGAGE    In this episode, we will discuss how to drop relationship baggage that's been holding us back. Past relationships and childhood trauma create emotional baggage in current relationships. I want to help you move toward releasing that today. We will explore how to identify the types of baggage we have, how they show up in our relationships, and how you release them to move forward. We need to reflect on past experiences and consequent wounds that may contribute to the weight we carry, the things that trigger us and also affect how we navigate relationships. Learn today how to pack light! Now let’s delve into the importance of acknowledging and releasing the weight of our past to have healthier and more fulfilling relationships. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:    Episode 143-Overcoming Father Wounds-Kia Stephens Episode 39- Understanding Your Core Wounds & Avoiding Toxic Relationships-Dr. Janie Lacy Get your Love Is Devotional here!    SUBSCRIBE | SHARE | RATE | COMMENT  To ensure you never miss an episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Remember, sharing is caring! So, share these episodes with your friends and family via email or social media.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's Faith Friday! Listen and be inspired by Mark 12:28-31 and 1 John 4:20, which helps us understand what it means to wholeheartedly love God with all our hearts, souls, minds, and strength. See the verses below and let's ponder some things together. Mark 12: 28-31 “One of the teachers of religious law was standing there listening to the debate. He realized that Jesus had answered well, so he asked, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” Jesus replied, “The most important commandment is this: ‘Listen, O Israel! The Lord our God is the one and only Lord. And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength.’ The second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ No other commandment is greater than these.”1 John 4:20 “If someone says, “I love God,” but hates a fellow believer, that person is a liar; for if we don’t love people we can see, how can we love God, whom we cannot see?”  Some questions to ponder:  What must I remove from my life that keeps me from wholeheartedly loving God? What do I need to examine in my heart that keeps me from loving others wholeheartedly? Father in Heaven, I pray hearts to be open to hear your voice on anything in their world that might keep them from loving you greater and reflecting your love to others in their world as well. In Jesus name, amen! I'd love to hear your faith find from today's episode. After you listen to the episode, share your faith find (or takeaway) as a review on the podcast, or feel free to message me on Instagram.   To stay updated with show notes, helpful articles, and more relationship tips, visit https://realrelationshiptalk.com. We'd love for you to rate, review, and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast as your support enables us to continue delivering valuable relationship content to people across the world! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get your copy of our latest devotional "Love Is"!Learn more about all I do at https://danache.com.Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Looking for ways to cultivate a lifelong journey of faith with your kids? Join us as we dive into practical tips, personal stories, and expert advice from Elizabeth Urbanowicz on teaching children about faith from toddlers to teens as she shares how to navigate the challenges of raising spiritually grounded children in today's world. We know that many parents feel discouraged when they see their children straying from their faith. It's easy to question if we've done enough to instill solid spiritual foundations in their lives. But fear not, because today, we're here to offer encouragement, guidance, and practical tips for parents who want to help their children follow Christ. Like this episode? BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST TODAY!   RESOURCES/LINKS Get Dana Che's new devotional Love Is: A Journey through I Corinthians 13. Find more Dana Che resources at realrelationshiptalk.com.  GUEST INFO Learn more about Elizabeth and her ministry at foundationworldview.com.  Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's Faith Friday and also the three-year anniversary of Real Relationship Talk! Our faith focus is from Nehemiah 8:10, which reminds us about the power of joy and celebration. Nehemiah 8:10: And Nehemiah continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!”The enemy would have us focused on the trauma, pain, and hardships so we will be zapped of our strength. This is his tactic to steal our joy - OUR STRENGTH! Praise God as you wait on your answer and remember, let the joy of the Lord be your strength!Join me for this conversation and learn how joy and celebration can impact your life.  Some questions to ponder:  How can I celebrate and cultivate joy in my relationships? How can I guard against the enemy’s tactic to steal my joy and strength in my relationships? I'd love to hear your faith find from today's episode. After you listen to the episode, share your faith find (or takeaway) as a review on the podcast, or feel free to message me on Instagram.   To stay updated with show notes, helpful articles, and more relationship tips, visit https://realrelationshiptalk.com.  We'd love for you to rate, review, and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast as your support enables us to continue delivering valuable relationship content to people across the world!  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get your copy of our latest devotional "Love Is"!Learn more about all I do at https://danache.com.Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Forgiveness is foundational for a healthy marriage and relationship. On this episode, we will capture how to identify unforgiveness and model responsibility to others. Our guest, marriage therapist, Beth Hunter, also shares with us her amazing process of forgiving in four steps. Join us as we unpack the insights and practical strategies in this enlightening conversation.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:    Get your Love Is Devotional here!   Interested in group coaching for married women? Learn about Thrive Wives today!Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Today's faith focus from Scripture is from Hebrews 4:16. We are discussing grace and mercy. How are they similar? How do they differ? Most importantly we need both from God and in our relationships. Join me for this conversation and learn how to apply the gift of grace and mercy in your life.  Hebrews 4:16: Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.  Some questions to ponder:  How does God show me grace? Where have I experienced his mercy lately? How am I showing grace and mercy in my relationships? I'd love to hear your faith find from today's episode. After you listen to the episode, share your faith find (or takeaway) as a review on the podcast, or feel free to message me on Instagram https://instagram.com/mrsdanache.   To stay updated with show notes, helpful articles, and more relationship tips, visit https://realrelationshiptalk.com.  We'd love for you to rate, review, and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast as your support enables us to continue delivering valuable relationship content to people across the world!   Support the show: https://danache.com/donations/support-the-show/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.