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A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast

Duane and Nadine Stewart

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Frequency: 1 episode/19d. Total Eps: 48

Marriage isn’t always easy—but it’s worth it. On A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast, we keep it real, tackling the everyday challenges couples face and sharing practical, faith-based solutions to help your relationship thrive the way God intended. Join us every Tuesday for candid conversations filled with laughter, love, and actionable advice. We’ll cover topics like communication, intimacy, trust, handling conflict, raising a family, and so much more—all from a biblical perspective that offers hope and encouragement, and research to back it all up. Whether you’re newly married, seasoned pros, or somewhere in between, this podcast is here to help you strengthen your connection, build a legacy of love, and enjoy the beautiful, purpose-filled marriage God designed for you. Ready to grow together? Hit play and let’s do this! 🎧

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Gaslighting in Marriage: Are You Being Manipulated—or Hurting Your Spouse Without Knowing It?

Episode 47

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 • Duration 40:20

In this eye-opening episode of A Purpose Driven Marriage, we explore the emotionally charged and often misunderstood topic of gaslighting. Is it happening in your marriage? Could you be unintentionally gaslighting your spouse? Or are you the one being gaslit? Join us as we break down what gaslighting really is, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to respond in a way that builds trust and restores emotional safety.

What You’ll Learn:

What gaslighting is (and what it isn’t)
Common phrases that may indicate gaslighting
How to know if you’re being gaslit
How to recognize if you might be gaslighting
Practical steps to stop gaslighting behaviors
What to do if you're experiencing gaslighting
Why accountability and validation are crucial to healing

If this episode hit home, take a moment to reflect on your communication patterns. Share this episode with someone who may need it, and subscribe for more real-life conversations that strengthen your marriage.

✨ Follow us on Instagram & TikTok (@apurposedrivenmarriage) for daily marriage tips
✨ Want to work together? Book a coaching session at https://apurposedrivenmarriage.com/
✨ Found this helpful? Send it to a friend or leave a review! It seriously means so much 💛

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Feeling Distant? How a Vacation Together Can Rekindle Intimacy in Your Marriage

Episode 46

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 • Duration 26:54

Feeling disconnected from your spouse? You're not alone. Life’s busy seasons — raising kids, careers, and constant responsibilities — can slowly erode intimacy and connection. But what if one of the most effective ways to reignite your relationship was simpler than you thought?

In this episode of A Purpose Driven Marriage, we explore how taking intentional time away together — whether a weekend staycation or a full-blown getaway — can deeply impact your marriage. It may be surprising, but intentional time together has been shown to help:

Rekindle intimacy
Improve communication
Increase relationship satisfaction
Build lasting memories that strengthen your bond

If your marriage feels dry or disconnected, this episode is your permission slip to prioritize your relationship and make time for just the two of you. Let’s dive in!

Resources Mentioned:

Research from U.S. Travel Association: Travel Effect Project
2024 Study: Kim et al. — Annals of Tourism Research: Couples who travel together experience lasting improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, and communication.
Hammitt, William E. (2000). Couples and Recreation: Benefits of Shared Leisure Experiences. Leisure Sciences
Graham, J. M., & Conoley, C. W. (2006). The Relationship Benefits of Shared Leisure Activities: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships.

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How to Build, Rebuild, and Maintain Trust in Your Marriage

Episode 45

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 • Duration 24:05

In this episode of A Purpose Driven Marriage, we’re tackling one of the most crucial issues couples face—trust. Whether you’re working to rebuild trust after betrayal or simply want to maintain a strong, healthy foundation, this conversation is for you.

Join Duane and Nadine as they explore:

What causes trust to break down in a marriage
How to rebuild trust one brick at a time
The power of consistency and overcommunication
How transparency, follow-through, and grace build long-term security
Why impatience can sabotage the healing process
Faith-based encouragement for couples walking through trust issues

If you've ever wondered how to move forward after dishonesty, or how to protect the trust you already have, this honest and hope-filled conversation will give you the tools and perspective you need.

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How to Stop Fighting About Money and Start Building Together - with special guests Dan & Kay Ockey of Centsei Financial

Episode 44

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 • Duration 40:13

Do money conversations in your marriage feel more like battlegrounds than building blocks?
You're not alone—and today’s guests are here to help.

In this episode of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast, we’re joined by Dan and Kay Ockey, financial coaches and founders of Centsei Financial, who open up about their journey from debt, secrecy, and daily arguments… to building a thriving financial coaching practice—and a stronger marriage—together.

You’ll learn:

Why most financial fights are not really about money
The weekly habit that can radically improve your relationship and your bank account
How to rebuild trust after financial mistakes or hidden spending
What shared financial responsibility actually looks like in a healthy Christian marriage
How to start money conversations with your spouse—even if it feels awkward or tense

Dan and Kay don’t just share theory—they walk you through the exact system they used (and now teach others) to reduce stress, eliminate confusion, and create financial unity in marriage.

🎁 Free Gift for Our Listeners

Want to stop fighting about money and start building your future—together?
Dan and Kay are offering our listeners a FREE budgeting class that breaks down the same principles and tools they’ve used to help over 1,100 households find financial clarity and peace.

📲 Sign up for the free class here:
👉 https://www.centseifinance.com/duane-and-nadine-a-purpose-driven-marriage/

Whether you’re just starting out or trying to recover from past money wounds, this class will give you the practical steps to move forward with confidence and unity.

"The Invisible Weight Women Carry: How to Rebalance the Mental Load in Marriage – with Dr. Morgan Cutlip"

Episode 43

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 • Duration 37:41

If you've ever found yourself overwhelmed by the countless invisible tasks of running a home and family, you're not alone. This week on A Purpose Driven Marriage, we’re joined by author and relationship expert Dr. Morgan Cutlip for an eye-opening conversation about the mental load—what it is, why it disproportionately affects women, and how it silently strains marriages.

Dr. Morgan unpacks the emotional toll of carrying the mental load and offers compassionate, research-based tools for couples who want to create a better balance at home. From understanding why women often absorb more of the household responsibilities, to practical ways to bring your spouse into the conversation without blame, this episode is filled with wisdom, encouragement, and real solutions.

We also dive into her new book, A Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment, and Great Sex, where Dr. Morgan helps couples tackle mental load for more connection, less resentment, and yes—even better sex. Whether you’re a wife who feels unseen or a husband who wants to better understand and support your spouse, this episode will deepen your empathy and strengthen your relationship.

🟡 In This Episode, We Cover:

What the mental load really is—and how to recognize it
Why women tend to carry the bulk of it (even when both partners work)
How the mental load impacts emotional and sexual intimacy
The parent-child dynamic that drains desire and closeness
A powerful script for starting the “mental load” conversation without conflict
Why “oneness” means tackling this challenge together
Dr. Morgan’s heart behind writing A Better Share

📚 About Our Guest: Dr. Morgan Cutlip 🎧 🙌

Is Your Marriage a Contract or a Covenant?

Episode 42

Thursday, April 3, 2025 • Duration 35:19

Is your marriage built to last—or to be left when it no longer meets your expectations?
This week on A Purpose Driven Marriage, we’re unpacking a foundational question:
👉 Are you living out your marriage as a contract… or a covenant?

In a culture that glorifies self-fulfillment and exits at the first sign of discomfort, we’re diving into the difference between the world’s view of marriage and God’s design. Through candid conversation, biblical truth, coaching insights, and real-life reflection, Duane and Nadine walk you through:

What it means to have a contractual mindset vs. a covenantal mindset
How contract-thinking leads to insecurity, conditional love, and emotional distance
What the Bible teaches about covenant love (Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5, Malachi 2:14)
Why covenant love is about giving, not receiving
How even secular studies—including those from Dr. John Gottman—support the benefits of covenant-style commitment
How your view of marriage shapes your communication, intimacy, and long-term resilience
Why covenant marriages don’t just bless the couple—they shape generations

🔑 Key Takeaways

Contract marriages say: “If you do this, I’ll do that.”
Covenant marriages say: “Even if you don’t, I’m still here.”
God's model for marriage is sacrificial, not transactional.
The covenant mindset provides security, purpose, and spiritual alignment.
You can shift from self-protection to selfless love—and your marriage will thrive for it.

🕰️ Timestamps (for YouTube or show description)

0:00 – Intro: Marriage by God’s Design

26 Real Marriage Tips I’d Give Any Wife—From 26 Years of Experience

Episode 41

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 • Duration 39:43

After 26 years of marriage, I’ve learned a lot—about love, family, communication, intimacy, faith, and what it really means to grow through every season together.

In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing 26 real, honest, and practical tips I’d give to any wife who wants a stronger, more connected, and purpose-driven marriage. Some are serious. Some are funny. All of them are real-life tested and come from lessons I’ve learned as a wife, a mother, and a woman determined to keep building a marriage that thrives.

Whether you’ve been married two years or twenty, there’s something here for you.

💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ Why your marriage foundation matters more than anything
✔️ The truth about sex and connection after decades together
✔️ How to fight fair and know when to call a timeout
✔️ Why your husband needs to feel respected, appreciated, and desired
✔️ The power of believing the best about your spouse
✔️ How friendship, support, and laughter make all the difference
✔️ And so much more…

💖 This episode is for every wife who’s serious about building a marriage that lasts. And if you’ve got a notebook nearby, you might want to take a few notes!

👥 Let’s Connect!

💌 What’s one tip that’s helped you in your marriage? Hit reply and share—I’d love to hear from you.

26 Years, 26 Lessons: What Marriage Has Taught Me as a Husband

Episode 40

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 • Duration 38:37

🎉 We’re celebrating 26 years of marriage! 🎉

In this special anniversary episode, Duane shares 26 powerful lessons he’s learned as a husband over the past 26 years of marriage. From leadership and communication to the importance of date nights, conflict resolution, and even why sharing food is an act of love (apparently!), this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and real-life marriage truths.

If you're a husband, this is your must-listen playbook for growing in marriage. And wives—feel free to share this with your spouse! Who knows? He might just pick up a few gems. 😉

🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
✔️ The #1 thing every wife wants from her husband (even if she doesn’t say it!)
✔️ Why saying “I’m sorry” doesn’t make you weak—it makes you a better man
✔️ The surprising connection between chores and romance (hint: “choreplay” is a real thing!)
✔️ How to keep your wife feeling loved and cherished—even after decades together
✔️ The importance of protecting your marriage from outside influences
✔️ And so much more!

We’d love to hear from you! Husbands, what’s a marriage lesson you’ve learned that has strengthened your relationship? Drop us a comment or send us a message!

📌 Stay Tuned! Next week, Nadine will share her 26 lessons from 26 years of marriage! You don’t want to miss it.

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!

Too Busy for Love? 5 Time-Saving Hacks to Strengthen Your Marriage

Episode 39

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 • Duration 35:32

Do you ever feel like you and your spouse are two ships passing in the night? Between work, kids, responsibilities, and life’s never-ending demands, finding quality time together can feel impossible. But it doesn’t have to be that way!

In this episode, we’re sharing five powerful, time-management hacks to help busy couples stay connected and keep their marriage thriving—even when life gets hectic. From weekly marriage meetings to no-tech family time, these strategies will help you prioritize your relationship without sacrificing your responsibilities.

Whether you’re juggling careers, parenting, or just struggling to find quality time together, these tips will help you make time for love, deepen your connection, and create a marriage that lasts.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why busyness can trick you into feeling productive while damaging your relationship
✅ The #1 mindset shift that makes balancing love and life easier
✅ 5 time-saving hacks to ensure you stay connected with your spouse
✅ Practical ways to schedule and protect quality couple time
✅ How to automate, delegate, and outsource to create more margin for love

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!

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Why Your Marriage Arguments Keep Going in Circles (And How to Fix It)

Episode 38

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 • Duration 28:24

Hey friends! 👋 It’s just me today—Duane is out of town—but I’m excited to spend this time with you because we’re talking about something that comes up all the time in my coaching sessions: those frustrating, never-ending arguments that go absolutely nowhere.

You know the ones—where you and your spouse keep going in circles, saying the same things, but somehow you’re both still frustrated and nothing actually gets resolved? 😩 Yeah, we’re getting to the bottom of that today!

After working with hundreds of couples, I’ve seen the same patterns keep people stuck in these unproductive arguments. And in this episode, I’m breaking down the four biggest communication roadblocks that lead to these cycles—plus how you and your spouse can overcome them together.

What You’ll Walk Away With Today:

💡 Why men tend to go into "fix-it" mode while women want to process—and how to bridge the gap
💡 The "intentions vs. impact" trap—why good intentions don’t always equal good communication
💡 How couples often fight about completely different things without realizing it (seriously, this happens ALL the time!)
💡 Why it’s hard to see past your own emotions when you’re upset—and how to create space for BOTH of you to be heard

Listen, communication is a skill—it’s not something we’re all just born knowing how to do. But that means it’s something we can learn and get better at! So if you’re ready to break the cycle of frustrating, never-ending arguments, this episode is for you.

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!

✨ Follow me on Instagram & TikTok (@apurposedrivenmarriage) for daily marriage tips
✨ Want to work together? Book a coaching session at https://apurposedrivenmarriage.com/
✨ Found this helpful? Send it to a friend or leave a review! It seriously means so much 💛

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