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Episode 51 Overcoming Evil: Violence, Hate and the Murder of Charlie Kirk
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33:18We take a side journey this week to talk about the need for confronting evil in our families and communities. The murder of Charlie Kirk was nationally devastating and one of the reason why is that it was evil ending a marriage. We want to push back against that in every way possible. We talk about the need to speak the truth in love and prepare fo…
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This week we talk to Tony and Lymari Navarro about the power of grace after your marriage goes through an affair. The Navarros share the raw and heartbreaking story of how God took both of them from unforgiveness and shame to redemption in Jesus. Tony and Lymari were contestants on the HGTV show Battle on The Mountain and their new book "From Ruin …
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Episode 49: Marriage Over Career (live from Sing 2025)
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26:43We did a live version of the podcast from Sing Conference in Nashville TN this month and we wanted to share it with everyone. Discover ways to keep from putting your career over your marriage and keeping things in the right perspective when forced to choose between the two. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.…
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Episode 48: Faith Through The Fire w/ Trey and April Cushman
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35:54Trey and April Cushman are a perfect fit for the podcast because they’re total opposites. However they're handling life’s successes and sufferings with a common belief, that the presence of Jesus orients everything. We talk about the temporary nature of success and the eternal goodness of God in their darkest hour when their daughter was in the Cov…
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Episode 47: Building Stronger Connections w/ Ron Deal
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39:33Best-selling author Ron Deal joins the podcast this week to talk about his new book The Mindful Marriage. The conversation covers the world of Restoration Therapy that Ron and his wife Nan have benefited from to experience healing and closer connection in their own story. To get your copy of The Mindful Marriage and find more about Ron's ministry, …
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Episode 46: Overcoming Addiction w/ Chris and Tabitha Lewis
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37:54This week we're joined by our friends Chris and Tabitha Lewis who talk about their recovery from alcohol, attempted suicide and codependency through the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. If you are trapped in addiction or love someone who is, you can find some healing and hope here. to find a celebrate recovery near you, go to celebraterecovery.com S…
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Episode 45: Surviving Youth Sports Together w/ Ed & Amy Uzynski
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33:07This week Ed and Amy Uzynski talk about his new book “Away Game: “A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports” They give some important insights on how the culture of youth sports has become complicated for kids and marriages. This episode serves up some great advice on how to win at this game without losing each other. Follow this link t…
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Episode 44: Getting The Spark Back In Your Marriage
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32:39If you feel like you've lost a spark in your marriage relationship and you wish you could get it back, listen to this episode with some helpful tips to get your marriage back on track and on fire. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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Episode 43: Together In Prayer (James Week 5)
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29:38In our final installment of our Book of James series, we take on the challenges of confessing sin to one another, breaking down the enemies lies and praying together. If you're looking for freedom from the same cycle, listen to this episode for keys to victory. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheathe…
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Episode 42: Together In Humility (James Week 4)
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27:04In the 4th week of our 5 week James series we discuss James chapter 4. It's all about humility and recognizing the sin of pride that can wreak havoc on oneness in marriage. Take the journey with us because it's hard to do alone and let's grow together! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @ca…
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Episode 41: Together in Taming The Tongue (James Week 3)
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28:50In Week 3 of our couple's journey through the book of James, we talk about the difficult but necessary discipline of taming the tongue. If you need help with watching your words and building a world of blessing, this one could be a huge benefit. To get a guide to study the book of James with your spouse, head to carlandheather.com, enter your email…
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Episode 40: Together In the Word (James Week 2)
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29:28In week 2 of our 5 week journey through the book of James we talk about how to make faith move beyond hearing to action and impact. If your marriage feels stuck, maybe it's time to take action on what you already know to do. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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Episode 39: Together In Trials (James Week 1)
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29:50This is week 1 of our couples-walk through the book of James. We get into the reality of suffering and the promise of what it could accomplish as we try and endure some of life's most difficult stuff without losing each other. This episode has a study guide you can use to have your own conversation with your spouse. Get it at carlandheather.com Sen…
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We got in a fight and it felt real familiar to a fight that landed us in counseling a few years ago, so we decided to break it down and talk about it. If you find yourself having the same fight over and over, this episode can help. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.car…
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Episode 37: Built To Last w/ Marty and Lora Schwieterman
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37:55After four decades of marriage, Marty and Lora Schweiterman still look at each other like newlyweds—but with a whole lot more wisdom. In this episode, they share time-tested habits, spiritual rhythms, and intentional choices that help you build a marriage that is built to last. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... …
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Episode 36: Grief and Grace, Finding the Gospel in Tragedy w/ Jill Forbes
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36:15Our friend Jill Forbes joins the podcast this week and tells her story of suddenly losing her spouse Heath to a heart attack at 47. She shares openly with us about trying to hold the hope of the Gospel in one of the hardest seasons of life. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @he…
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Episode 35: Empathy In Action w/ Ben & Janet Burns
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37:40Marriage and family experts Ben and Janet Burns join us this week to talk about how to put empathy into action. Understanding each other on an emotional level can accelerate our connection and help us move towards purpose together! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.car…
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Episode 34: Intentional Connection w/ Steve and Amber Alverson
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39:15In this episode we talk with our friends Steve and Amber Alverson, an incredible couple working hard to stay connected to each other through busy schedules and 4 small kids. Here is a link to find a ReEngage in your area...this is one of the things Steve and Amber attribute to helping their marriage grow: https://www.reengage.org/locations Here is …
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In this episode we encourage people to tap the breaks before throwing in the towel on their marriage. Just because it's seems dead does not mean it's over. Don't throw in the towel yet. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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Episode 32: Held Through Heartbreak w/ Daniel and Jamie Heard
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52:34This week we talk about loss, grief and healing with Daniel and Jamie Heard. The Heards share the story of losing their young son William in a choking accident and how it's brought them to the depths of despair and understanding that our pain can be our place of greatest impact. Daniel and Jamie lead Faithfully Restored, a ministry that through hop…
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In this episode, we dive into the importance of having real, meaningful conversations about sex in marriage. We’ll share why honest conversations about your desires, needs, and fears can lead to a stronger bond and a more fulfilling sex life. If you’ve ever struggled to find the words, this episode will help you start the conversation that could ch…
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Struggling to communicate with your spouse? You’re not alone — but you don’t have to stay stuck. In this episode we’re breaking down how to fix broken communication, listen to truly understand, and speak with clarity that actually connects. This conversation is full of practical wisdom and real-life insight to help you talk with each other — not ju…
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Episode 29: Marriage and Alcoholism Part 2 with Myles and Carrie Murphy
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29:03In the conclusion of their story, Myles and Carrie Murphy share what life looks like on the other side of addiction—where healing comes through engaging the Spirit, trust is rebuilt, and God's grace writes a new chapter. Here is the message that Myles references from Pastor John Piper about Romans 8 that helped him engage the Spirit in a way that l…
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Episode 28: Marriage and Alcoholism Part 1 with Myles & Carrie Murphy
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32:23In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, Myles and Carrie Murphy share their journey through the dark valley of addiction—and the miraculous deliverance that changed everything. Myles opens up about his battle with alcoholism and the toll it took on their marriage. Carrie shares what it was like to walk through those years beside him, praying,…
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This episode offers help for those struggling to forgive the things they can't forget. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 26: Logging Off, To Tune In: Do You Need A Screen Fast?
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32:07In this episode we talk about our month-long fast from social media and screens in the month of March. It dramatically helped us reconnect to our family and each other. It might be something you didn't know you need. It was for us! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.car…
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Episode 25: Marriage Advice Heather's Friends
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33:33In this episode we asked Heather's friends for their best marriage advice. Here's what they said. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 24: Marriage Advice Carl's Friends
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31:24Carl asked his friends for their best marriage advice. Here's what they said... Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 23: Opposite Directions with Craig and Molly Sanborn
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31:59This week's special guests are Craig and Molly Sanborn (The Cheeseball Chick) who share their story of conflict, going in opposite directions and how to get back on the same page after drifting apart. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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In part 2 of this two part series, we talk about our parenting playbook. This episode offers encouragement and help to couples looking for advice on what parenting strategies to emphasize and hope to help kids become healthy adults. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.ca…
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In part 1 of this two part series, we take on parenting. This episode offers encouragement and help for couples who want to get on the same page when parenting their children. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 20: Marriage and Spiritual Warfare w/ Dr. Tim Muehlhoff
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33:36This week we present Dr. Tim Muehlhoff and the topic of Marriage and Spiritual Warfare. Tim's book "Defending Your Marriage", is a balanced and biblical look at the very real struggle against forces of evil in our relationships. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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In this bonus episode we share about some of the great things God did at Behold 2025 and celebrate with everyone all the answers to prayer. Thanks for praying for us! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 19: Marriage by the Book w/ Dr. Michael Easley
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38:14This week we sit down with Biblical scholar and former president of Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Michael Easley. We discuss what the Bible has to say about marriage. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 18: Facing Cancer Together with Special Guests Darrin & Vivian Mabuni
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34:30This week we welcome Darrin and Vivian Mabuni to the podcast where we hear their story of facing cancer together and what they learned about "in sickness and in health". Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 17: Your Money & Your Marriage with Special Guests: Greg and Alison Baumer
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34:17This week we welcome guests Greg and Alison Baumer. We talk about money and marriage and how to get together with a Gospel centered purpose for your money. Greg and Alison serve with the ministry Generous Giving, a ministry that encourages biblical generosity and Greg is the author of the book God and Money. He and Alison have four kids and live in…
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In this episode we have a conversation with our friends Tony and Venita Mitchell. We talk about leadership in the home, adult children of alcoholics and how to take authority over the threats in our marriages. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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This episode can help you with hope and understanding for the times when you're married, but you experience long seasons of feeling alone. If you're not on the same page with your spouse, this can help. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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Episode 14: Marriage Under Pressure: Failing Forward
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30:02Marriage is hard. Challenges will come. This episode can help you work through them and come out on the other side, together on purpose. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 13: New Year's Plan: Lose Weight, Get Rich, Be Happy
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16:11Happy New Year! In this episode we help you make some resolutions that matter more than anything else. Listen in to find out how to lose weight, get rich and be happy!😘 Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 12: Your Spouse is a Gift: How to Receive Them Well This Christmas
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16:02Our spouse is a gift, but sometimes we can receive them like a gift we'd rather return. In this episode we help each other remember that the spouse we have requires "some assembly" and "batteries" but is worth the effort. Merry Christmas! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heat…
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Episode 11: Deck The Halls, Not Each Other: Thriving as a Couple This Christmas w/ Shaylee Simeone
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31:45In this Christmas episode we welcome special guest artist, Shaylee Simeone as we talk about thriving through the challenges of celebrating Christmas with someone who is nothing like you. Merging families, travel, gifts, budgets, pets, kids, keeping old traditions and starting new ones. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start …
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In this episode we talk about Miracle Breakfast and how Jesus did some of his most significant miracles around food and sharing meals with people. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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In this episode we share funny stories of things that make us laugh together, and at one another, in hopes of not taking ourselves too serious as we stumble our way through marriage and the english language. #carlandheather #carlandheatherpresent #marriage #marriagepodcast #marriagehelp Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start…
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Episode 8: Gratitude Runs in the Family, Featuring "Them Cartee Boys"
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31:02This Thanksgiving week episode features our sons, Them Cartee Boys, who share about what they're thankful for during this special week. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Heather shares her experiences from her trip to South Sudan and we get a chance to say thanks to everyone who partnered with her to go! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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Episode 7: A Couple's Guide To Spiritual Glow-Up
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29:21Carl and Heather suggest 5 valuable ways to grow your spiritual life as a couple and get that Holy Ghost Glow-Up that every marriage needs. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee
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In this episode Carl asks Heather the burning question that he always asks her and they also offer some insights, practical help and resources to help your sex life get better. (PG-13 Episode) Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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Episode 5: Why Church Matters To Your Marriage
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31:56In this episode Carl and Heather try to answer "why does church matter to your marriage" and all the complicated answers to that question. What about church hurt? What about hypocrisy? What about online church? We try and tackle it. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.ca…
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In this episode we get pretty frank, talking about some of the threats to our marriages and suggest some guardrails to put up that help keep our marriage safe and growing in affection for God and each other. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…
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