Episodes
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges?
Are you battling anxiety, fear, or doubt? In this episode, we share a sermon from Pastor Scott Baugh, from Journey Church, that will encourage you.
Pastor Scott will help you shift your perspective. Instead of looking at how big your problem is, what would happen if you started looking at how big your God is? You will walk away from this episode and be reminded that God is in control.
Journey Church
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It’s easy to believe that infidelity leaves only one option: divorce. But through personal experience, we’ve seen that healing and restoration are possible when you invite God into the broken places of your marriage.
In this episode, we’re joined by Kallista Sanchez, author of Forgiving What the World Says You Shouldn’t: Releasing the Chains of Bitterness in Unequally Yoked Marriages.
This conversation won’t offer a quick fix or a formula to erase the pain. Instead, it will encourage you to see how walking through trials—and choosing forgiveness—can become a powerful catalyst for growth, healing, and redemption through Jesus Christ.
Forgiving What the World Says You Shouldn’t
https://www.amazon.com/Forgiving-What-World-Says-Shouldnt/dp/B0F4NL6GP3
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In this episode, Lori sits down with author Kristen Strong, author of Desperate Woman Seeks Friends: Real Talk About Connection, Rejection, and Trying Again for the Friendships You Need to talk about a topic many of us struggle with—friendship.
When your marriage is in crisis, the ripple effects often touch every part of your life, including your friendships. Kristen opens up about her own journey of loneliness and learning to build deep, lasting connections, even while navigating life as a military spouse.
Lori and Kristen share wisdom and encouragement for anyone feeling isolated or rejected. You’ll learn how to take steps to build new friendships, the importance of vulnerability, and how God uses even our lonely seasons for His purpose.
Pre-order a copy of Desperate Woman Seeks Friends: Real Talk About Connection, Rejection, and Trying Again for the Friendships You Need and connect with Kristen when you visit: https://kristenstrong.com
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What do you do when it feels like the enemy is coming at you from every side? In this episode of the Fight for Your Marriage Podcast, Charlyne returns with an update on her health and shares what God has been teaching her during this season.
Charlyne and Lori dive into the reality of spiritual warfare, drawing from Your Story Has a Villain by Jonathan Pokluda, and discuss how to combat fear, bitterness, and doubt with the power of God’s Word. They also explore finding joy in brokenness. Whether you are facing spiritual battles or feeling weary, this episode will give you encouragement and practical things to implement to help you have joy in this journey.
2025 Bible Reading Calendar
Your Story Has a Villain
Delighting in Jesus
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Life is full of changes, and marriage is no exception. As we go through different seasons, some triggers can disrupt a relationship. We want to help you learn how to grow as a Christian and support your spouse. One area where women need support is through the changes that come with peri-menopause and mid-life changes.
In this episode, we’re joined by Danna Demetre, a nurse, health coach, fitness professional, and author who has spent years helping others live with health and purpose. We discuss the challenges that come with life’s transitions, from shifting health and energy levels to personality changes.
This episode is for both men and women of all ages. Men, you will learn how to support and care for your spouse through hormonal changes, and women will gain valuable insight on how to prepare both their body and mind for this journey.
Danna shares biblical encouragement and practical wisdom for standing by your spouse, no matter what season of life you’re in.
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You may find yourself praying, “Please, God, no more hard things.” Nicki Koziarz, author and speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries, knows how that feels. Doubt and disbelief can begin to creep into our lives without warning.
When unbelief strikes, we must decide whether to trust God or be overcome by doubt.
In this episode, we sit down with Nicki and discuss the spiritual journey doubt can take us on and how to find hope in the hard places. We walk through her book Flooded: The 5 Best Decisions to Make When Life Is Hard and Doubt Is Rising.
Flooded by Nicki Koziarz
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Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, a ministry that helps people find hope and healing from the effects of sexual brokenness. Nick knows firsthand how a pornography addiction can destroy a person and marriage. In this conversation, Lori and Nick talk about current statistics surrounding porn use in the church from a study they did in partnership with the Barna Group. You will also learn:
The challenges a person may face in overcoming the shame associated with their sexual addiction and how to break free The importance of transparency with those around you, especially your spouse How to support loved ones who are struggling with addiction Why the data from their recent study is important and how we can use these findings to bring about healing and changeThere is freedom from bringing this often secret struggle to light. Nick will encourage you to seek help through God’s power and other resources to be set free from this destructive addiction.
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Pure Desire Ministries
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In this episode of the Fight for Your Marriage podcast, Lori interviews Mike and Leigh Ann, who share how God has restored their marriage and is now using them to minister to others.
Mike and Leigh Ann thought they had they had a strong marriage. Leigh Ann was unaware of a secret that Mike had carried with him for decades. One secret led to another, and on the eve of their 28th anniversary, Leigh Ann’s world came crumbling down as the truth was exposed.
In this episode, we talk about:
How accountability played a role in recovery The importance of being honest with others about our secret sins How to support loved ones who are struggling with addiction How to forgive someone who has hurt youWhether you are battling addiction or trying to support someone who is, this conversation will give you hope and practical wisdom as you seek God’s power to heal and restore.
We appreciate your feedback. If this episode touches you, please leave us a five-star rating and review, helping us reach new listeners with hope for their marriage. You can also subscribe to our show on YouTube, Spotify, or iTunes.
Forgiveness Bundle
Pure Desire Ministries
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Happy New Year! As we start 2025, we want to share some powerful testimonies of how God has been moving in the lives of a few of our Rejoice Marriage Ministries listeners. You will be inspired and encouraged as you hear these stories.
2025 Bible Reading Calendar
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Mary has been fighting for marriage restoration for a long time. We know how weary a person can become in a season of waiting, but you won’t see that in Mary right now. While there have been seasons that have been challenging, Mary tells us how the Lord has sustained her in the waiting. In this episode, Mary will share her story and testimony of God’s faithfulness in her life.
Whether you have been waiting for restoration for a long time or are new to the journey, Mary’s words and her profound dependence on the Lord will resonate with you. Her story is not just about her, it's about all of us who have experienced the pain of waiting and the hope of restoration.
How To Keep Your In-Law Relationships Strong After Separation or Divorce
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Rhonda’s world came crashing down when she found out about her husband’s affair. Months before this revelation, a friend had told her about Rejoice Marriage Ministries and the Charlyne Cares devotionals.
Rhonda started praying and began seeing the Bible come alive to her in a new way. She started hearing from God and interceding for her husband’s life to be transformed. She began to see that transformation when her husband would contact her and say things like, “Don’t give up on me.”
In this episode, you will be reminded how faithful God is even when we are walking through a wilderness.
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Elischeba had no idea when she married Adam that he had struggled with an addiction to pornography for most of his life. Once his sin was revealed, they had to decide if they were willing to fight for their marriage.
Year-End Giving
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Have you ever asked yourself, “When will this end?” or “Should I tell my spouse I am standing for my marriage?” Maybe you have wondered how to answer questions of those around you who want to know where your spouse is and why you still wear your wedding rings. You are not alone. Many people ask these same questions.
In this episode, Charlyne and Lori will share Truth from scripture and powerful illustrations as they seek to encourage you in this stage of fighting for your marriage. They will help point you to Jesus and equip you to be battle-ready for the upcoming holidays, which can sometimes feel lonely.
At the end of this episode, we want you to feel empowered to join us in the fight for marriage. Let’s stomp out divorce!
Twelve Days of… Book
Giving Tuesday
Scripture Journaling Resource
Christopher Yuan Testimony
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*Warning* This episode deals with suicide and suicidal tendencies.
In this episode, Lori interviews Heather Palacios with Wondherful. Heather shares her story of battling suicidal tendencies. She shares how we can help our friends and family who may be struggling with similar thoughts. Heather also talks about grief and losing someone you love to suicide.
Heather’s ministry, Wondherful, provides Lifeboxes to people going through crisis to offer them encouragement.
Help is available – at 988 – National Suicide and Crisis Line
Wondherful: https://wondherful.com/
Flooded: The 5 Best Decisions to Make When Life is Hard and Doubt is Rising https://rejoiceministriesbookstore.myshopify.com/products/flooded
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Whether you are standing for a marriage to be restored or living with your spouse, it is essential never to stop asking God to change you as an individual and as a couple so you can be more like Jesus in every season.
One way to change is to stop believing the lies of marriage myths. Some of these myths may have even played a role in the breakdown of your marriage. We’ve all likely heard comments like “happy couples do everything together” or “children should come first.” While many believe these examples to be sound relationship advice, these myths actually do more harm than good.
Our guest, Julie Baumgardner shares common marriage myths and how to debunk them.
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Does it feel like your marriage is beyond hope? In this episode, Charlyne and Lori talk with Dr. Bruce and Toni Hebel about allowing God to regenerate your marriage.
When you are done listening to this episode, you can listen to our last conversation with Dr. Bruce and Toni from Episode 176, Learning How to Forgive?
Forgiving Forward Ministries
Would you like some help with forgiveness? We offer a Forgiving Forward Bundle to help you take that first step.
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The enemy is so good at deceiving us. That is what happened when Christine decided to end her marriage. Without warning, she took her kids and disappeared. She thought God was leading her away from her marriage.
Her life quickly looked very different than it did when she was walking closely with the Lord. Meanwhile, Jason was praying and standing for their marriage to be restored. They share their testimony and warnings in this episode.
40-Day Stand for Marriage Restoration
40 Prayers and Declarations to Pray Over Your Spouse
Journal the Scriptures with us
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They met at Bible College, graduated, married, and were ready to serve the Lord together for the rest of their lives. That was until the enemy snuck in and started tempting John with feelings of hopelessness and despair.
Jill was steadfast in her fight to see John freed from the grip of Satan. While hard, she remained focused on God’s will for their family. This conversation will bless you.
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Every day, you can receive encouragement straight to your inbox through our Charlyne Cares Devotional and find free resources and prayers to pray over your marriage. To take advantage of these resources and others, visit https://rejoiceministries.org
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Do you wish you could easily “fix” your spouse? Is that the right approach? In this episode, our guest, Matt Loehr, talks about the tools God gives us to work on our marriage and examine if we need to focus on fixing ourselves or our spouse.
Dare to Be Different – Biblical Marriage Mentoring
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In this episode, we sit down for an honest conversation with Justin and Trisha Davis, founders of RefineUs Ministries.
After planting their first church, Justin had an affair. In an instant, Trisha realized they had lost everything – their income, church, family, and marriage. What happened over the next few years was a journey of pain, grief, and healing as God transformed them and their marriage.
Being Real > Being Perfect: How Transparency Leads to Transformation
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