In this raw and unfiltered episode, you will hear a message of hope for a weary soul. This episode is a tender reminder that you’ve been chosen for this season, not by accident but by God’s divine purpose. This message will strengthen you to continue praying, standing, and hoping—even when you feel weary.

You Were Made for This Moment

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In this powerful episode, Maurice and LaShunda share their testimony of reconciliation. When their marriage was falling apart, Maurice left in search of peace, away from his family. Devastated but determined, LaShunda leaned into the Lord and began a personal journey of healing and restoration.

You’ll appreciate Maurice’s honesty as he shares the inner battle he faced while trying to find a path forward in his identity, his faith, and his family. He opens up about the spiritual warfare he experienced. His journey back to his family is a powerful reminder of God’s relentless pursuit.

You’ll hear the spiritual disciplines that sustained LaShunda as she stood for her marriage and how she discovered the power of praising God through pain. As she trusted Him, God turned her sorrow into joy and her ashes into beauty.

Praying Scripture for Marriage Journal

Prodigals Do Come Home

Fasting For A Spiritual Breakthrough

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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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Today you get to hear the testimony of our dear friend, Dennis. The powerful story of restoration and healing that happened in his marriage is nothing short of a miracle. Dennis will inspire you to look to God as your only source of hope. He has a plan and a future for your family.

In this conversation with Shon & Adrienne, you will hear how God put a fire in Adrienne’s heart for her prodigal husband. Despite a divorce and non-covenant marriage, God was working in Shon’s heart, answering direct prayers his standing wife was praying. This episode will impact your prayer life and encourage you to not only listen to the prompting of the Lord but to obey when you feel He is speaking to your spirit.

Restoration video: https://youtu.be/c7a-URCtVXU

I’M Dealing With Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imdealingwith/id1503958260

Trauma from our childhood can play a role in the health of our marriage. In this episode, our guest shares how God redeemed the addictions and trauma she faced before marriage, showed her how to truly be a follower of His, and taught her how to pray. She has seen her marriage restored and her prodigal child find salvation and healing. Nothing is impossible with God!

Books to encourage you:

Winning Your Spiritual Battles by Tony Evans

Flooded: The 5 Best Decisions to Make When Life Is Hard and Doubt is Rising by Nicki Koziarz

Hear more about the ministry of Teen Challenge through some past podcasts:

Our Source of Hope When Life Feels Impossible - https://www.rejoiceministries.org/media/session/104780

There is Always Hope - https://www.rejoiceministries.org/media/session/60515

Teen Challenge Nationwide: Christ-centered program for men, women, and teens dealing with addiction https://teenchallenge.cc/

On this anniversary of Bob and Charlyne’s remarriage, we want to share their story of restoration with you. Bob and Charlyne spoke together at a church, sharing the journey each of them were on after their divorce and what the Lord did to bring them into alignment with His will. This episode will leave you encouraged to pray for the situations in your life that seem impossible.

In this episode, you are going to hear testimonies from other men and women, just like you, who are praising Jesus for the ways He has been moving in their life. Even if your marriage is not where you want it to be yet, there is always room to give thanks. These testimonies will encourage you to be on the lookout for Jesus every day. 

Do you ever get caught up thinking that life would be perfect if your marriage could just be restored? In today’s episode, Fabian and Luz share the good, the bad, and the ugly after many years of restoration. You will hear how to truly forgive, how to handle disagreements, and how vital standing for restoration is to your family.

Luz & Fabian's Testimony of a Restored Marriage: https://bit.ly/RMMLuzFabian

He Came Home – Fabian Shares from His Heart: http://bit.ly/RMMFabian

In this episode, Charlyne and Lori sit down and discuss some answers to recent topics they have seen come through their email. They talk about attending church, how to know if the advice you are receiving is actually biblical, and other interesting topics.

Outdated Book: https://www.stopdivorce.org/OUTDATED_p_338.html

Let’s Talk About Dating: https://www.rejoiceministries.org/devotion/107104

Restored & Redeemed Sign-up: http://eepurl.com/hy9ieD

Nark 10 Nine Sign-up: http://eepurl.com/hy9iXr

Standing for marriage restoration can feel exhausting. You may wonder, “How long must I wait?” Just as a farmer doesn’t reap a harvest the day he plants seeds, we will not see a harvest the moment seeds are planted in our lives. In today’s episode, Charlyne tells you how to make sure you are focusing on the Lord for the harvest He wants to send in your life.

Covenant Keepers: www.ckministry.org

It can be humbling to ask for help when we battle anxious thoughts in our minds, but that is what we need to do. In today’s podcast episode, we will talk about how to combat the thoughts that can overwhelm us and leave us thinking our situation is hopeless.

The Battle for Your Mind

On Asking God Why (Elisabeth Elliot)

Life can feel overwhelming when the choices we make catch up to us. Jeremiah 29:11 says that God wants to give us hope and a future. For many, their future feels hopeless, it feels like there is no turning back from decisions that have been made.

In this episode, you will hear the testimonies of two women who have come to understand the power of God to transform their lives. Addiction felt like a prison sentence, but God puts hope within reach.

Submit your testimony here: http://bit.ly/RMMTestimony

Rick & Donna’s testimony is: Ep 58 – There Is Always Hope!

Teen Challenge Southeast Region – Christ-centered program for adult women dealing with addiction https://daviewomensrehab.com/

Teen Challenge Nationwide – Christ-centered program for men, women, and teens dealing with addiction https://teenchallenge.cc/

Tony Evans – Winning Your Spiritual Battles

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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Returned prodigal, Bob, often shared how much shame he felt over his sinful behavior. Guilt and shame can overwhelm us. It can be easy to live in the “What ifs” and face discouragement. Charlyne and Lori share how you can put shame behind you and live victoriously through Jesus Christ.

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.

In this episode, we sit down with Nicki and talk about the spiritual journey doubt can take us on and how to find hope in the hard places. We walk through her newest book, Flooded: The 5 Best Decisions to Make When Life Is Hard, and Doubt Is Rising. 

Purchase "Flooded" here: https://www.stopdivorce.org/FLOODED_p_335.html

We are so fortunate that we have God’s Word. Do you treasure it as the gift that it is? In the pages of God’s Word, we can truly find the answer to the questions we have. We are often asked, “What would Charlyne recommend?” Today, we are sharing some of our favorite Bible resources with you. Charlyne and Lori share how to study the Bible more in-depth, how to find answers to those tricky questions, and so much more! We hope that this episode will excite you to study the Bible in a fresh way.

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Fasting For A Spiritual Breakthrough

Dwell App

Bible Gateway

Blue Letter Bible

Got Questions?

Marriage Questions answered from Bob & Charlyne

Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Bible Doctrine

The Tony Evans Bible Commentary

Pearls – Scriptures to Live By

March Scripture Journaling (FEAR)

The Lord’s Prayer

Ten years into marriage, Greg & Missy separated after Greg decided that he was ready for a break. Missy soon realized that their marriage was built on unsteady ground instead of the solid rock of Jesus. You will love hearing this testimony of restoration and how things are different in their marriage since restoration took place. Make sure you stick around until the end when Missy shares tips on remaining steadfast, even when answers to prayer look different than you expected. 

Read more testimonies of God’s restoration power on our Testimony page

Hear more testimonies of restored marriages when you visit our bookstore

Other podcast episodes of restored marriages that will encourage you:

DeAnn & Vic

John Thomas & Mary Lisa

John Wesley & Jennifer

Alan and Cheryl

Koji & Deana

There is a lot of information packed into this condensed episode! What does the Bible say about marriage? Is it really that important? Should we be fighting the enemy for our covenant spouse? Charlyne and Lori discuss the importance of marriage and share a special announcement.

Contact us here: http://bit.ly/ContactRMM

How much time do you spend fretting over circumstances in your life? The answer to every problem can be found in the pages of your Bible. We want you to understand the power that exists in these powerful words. Charlyne and Lori want to shift your focus in this practical episode and encourage you to face each new day as they read scripture over you. Our prayer is that this episode will be a blessing that you save and listen to repeatedly as you look towards the Lord for the strength to face tomorrow.

January Scripture Journaling: https://bit.ly/January_21_Journaling

Prayer Resources: http://bit.ly/RMMPrayer

Marriage restoration is terrific, but how are restored couples really doing following their reconciliation? In today’s episode, several restored couples share updates on how things are going since God healed their marriage. 

Testimony of a Restored Marriage –John Thomas & Mary Lisa: http://bit.ly/RMMJohnThomas_MaryLisa

Testimony of a Restored Marriage – Tom & Amy: http://bit.ly/RMMTom_Amy

Testimony of a Restored Marriage – Alan & Cheryl: https://bit.ly/RMMAlanCheryl

Testimony of a Restored Marriage –Sondra & Andy: http://bit.ly/RMMSondraandAndy

Has God changed you so much through the process of fighting for your marriage that you have decided you can’t go back to who you used to be? That is what our guests on this podcast would say.

In today’s episode, Charlyne and Lori sit down with Jim and David, two men who have been praying for their wives for many years. Each of them have seen God answer prayers, and they have seen God say, “Not yet.” Today, Jim is still praying for his prodigal wife, while David is celebrating a restored marriage. Their stories of faith will help you understand this battle is not only about restoration, but it is also about what God wants to do in your life.

As Christmas approaches, it is often a difficult time for a family when there is an absent mate. Our prayer is that you will be more motivated to stand up and battle the enemy for your marriage! It is worth it! In today’s episode, Charlyne, will show you how to pray and seek the Lord for miracles during this special season.

You are going to love this episode! You will hear several beautiful testimonies from people, just like you, who are praying or once prayed for healing in their marriage. You will be challenged to give God the praise for what He is doing in your life.

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 change

There 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

Emotionally navigating separation and divorce is a complicated process that gets harder when children are involved. Visitation, co-parenting, and school issues are just a few hurdles that you and your spouse will navigate when you go through a separation or divorce.

In today’s episode, we will give some tips on how to handle the unknown situations you may face as your children adjust to their new normal. We will answer questions like:

Should I force my children to visit their absent parent?

How do I teach my children to respect my prodigal?

How much do I share with my children about our situation?

This episode will help you seek the Lord for the best in your family. 

Prayers of our Children
https://bit.ly/RMMPrayersofChildren

Have you ever found yourself saying, “Where are you God?” “Why don’t I sense Your presence?” You may be in the midst of a season of spiritual dryness. In this episode, Charlyne and Lori sit down with Tim and Donna to discuss how we can make it through those seasons where we feel distant from the Lord. If you aren’t in the midst of a drought right now, you will want to listen so you can be prepared when it happens, or know how to encourage someone else walking through this season.

The Battle For The Mind MP3 or CD is a fantastic tool that will help you shift your focus.

Save 20% on The Spiritual Journey Toward A Healed Marriage book when you use the code JOURNEY at checkout.

How do you forgive that person who has done so much damage in your life? There is good news! The Bible has the best example for how we can forgive those who have wounded us. In today’s podcast, we will discuss the topic of forgiveness and how to move forward.

Luz & Fabian’s Testimony of a Restored Marriage
http://bit.ly/RMMLuzFabian

Praying for the Other Person
https://bit.ly/RMM3Ways

In this episode, we are sharing two impactful stories of marriage restoration with you. It does not matter if you have been praying for restoration for ten days or ten years, there is hope! The testimonies you hear today will strengthen your faith to wait on the Lord.

In today’s podcast, you will get to hear the powerful testimony that a friend of Rejoice Marriage Ministries, Kerry shared with a group. While her marriage has not yet been restored, her story will encourage you to focus on God, be willing to forgive and to live a life that is fully surrendered to God. Her daily commitment is to “Never give up – never lose faith – God will never fail!”

Your spouse may have walked away from your marriage after falling into sexual temptation. You may be struggling with the temptation to date someone else or to even give up on praying for marriage restoration. In today’s episode, Charlyne shows you the importance of running from temptation and how to pray for your loved ones who have given into the lies of our enemy.

Does it seem impossible to see how the Lord could possibly use the situation you are in for His glory? Does it feel like He is no longer using you because of the devastation you are facing? You are being used! Through the Bible we see example after example of people who met great disappointments. Those disappointments were not about them, but rather about Jesus!

In today’s podcast, Lori takes you back through some of her testimony, being a child of divorce. You will hear how the Lord gave grace to Bob, Charlyne, and the whole family as they were on a journey through divorce. You will see how the victories Lori saw her parents walk through helped develop her faith and prepare her for trials she would face in her own life. The stand you are taking today is about Jesus! He will use your trials.

The Battle For Your Mind MP3 Teaching by Charlyne:
https://bit.ly/RMMBattleMP3

Radical by David Platt
https://amzn.to/31WIumc

God has done it again! After a lengthy stand, Cheryl saw the Lord move in her husband’s life. In today’s episode, you can hear a portion of the remarriage ceremony between Alan and Cheryl. You may feel like there is no hope for your marriage, but there is! That hope is found in Jesus Christ. If He can do it for Alan and Cheryl, He can do it for you!

In today’s episode, Charlyne and Lori share practical tips on how to live with an in-home prodigal. You will hear testimonies from men and women who are living in that exact situation. Even if your prodigal does not live at home today, there may be a day when they ask to come home. This episode will prepare you for that transition.

Koji and Deana had what outsiders thought was the perfect marriage. They had created a plan for their future and never expected addictions or an extramarital affair to be part of that future. When their picture-perfect world started falling apart, Deana began to seek the Lord. In this episode, you will hear their powerful testimony of healing, grace, and resurrection in a situation that many thought was hopeless. You will walk away encouraged to seek the Lord’s healing in your covenant marriage.

You can register for the upcoming Covenant Keepers Virtual Conference and save 25% when you visit here: https://bit.ly/CKConference

Bob Steinkamp’s book, Finding the Way Home
http://bit.ly/RMMFinding

Craig Hill’s book, Ancient Paths
https://amzn.to/2Z3XxdE

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 you

Whether 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.

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Forgiveness Bundle

Pure Desire Ministries

We are often asked, “How do I move forward, knowing my spouse has had a child with the other person?” We understand the hurt and confusion that surrounds that question. In today’s podcast, Charlyne and Lori sit down and tackle this sensitive topic.

Are you settling for the junk of the world or fully surrendered to Jesus, waiting for the treasure He has for you? It can be easy to go through the motions of a Christian life while holding onto our will. In today’s podcast, you will understand how to lay down your agenda for that of your Creator. If Jesus Christ has allowed hardship to hit your life right now, He has a plan. He can use these situations to bring your life and your spouse’s life in alignment with Him.

Are you ready to live a victorious life? You can! When you live a life led by the Spirit, you can walk through the mountaintops and valleys as a victor. It doesn’t matter if you are looking back on a marriage that seems dead, or just starting to face trials in your marriage, you can have victory!

Additional Resources:

Get your copy of personalized prayers to pray over your marriage here: http://bit.ly/RMMScriptures

The Battle For Your Mind CD Teaching by Charlyne:
https://bit.ly/RMMBattleCD

The Battle For Your Mind MP3 Teaching by Charlyne:
https://bit.ly/RMMBattleMP3

When you face hardship, do you run to the Lord in worship or run to Him with complaining? The Bible shows us how we can worship even when we are facing pain. In this episode, Lori will show you how to defeat the enemy with your praise

Additional Resources:

Is God Saying Not Yet? https://bit.ly/RMMNotYet 

A Journey to Restoration Part 1: https://bit.ly/RMMDeann1

A Journey to Restoration Part 2: https://bit.ly/RMMDeann2

It is easy to be self-righteous, thinking that we have it all together, while our prodigal spouse is the real problem. In today’s podcast, you will hear the restoration testimony of Laurie and Tim. When Laurie looked at herself, she found areas where God wanted to work on in her life, in preparation for what He was going to do in her marriage. You will be encouraged by their testimony.

Additional Resources:

Gods Unchanging Hand: https://youtu.be/juzAETPFetY

Tom & Amy Testimony Podcast: http://bit.ly/RMMTom_Amy

Has God changed you so much through the process of fighting for your marriage that you have decided you can’t go back to who you used to be? That is what our guests on this podcast would say.

In today’s episode, Charlyne and Lori sit down with Jim and David, two men who have been praying for their wives for many years. Each of them have seen God answer prayers, and they have seen God say, “Not yet.” Today, Jim is still praying for his prodigal wife, while David is celebrating a restored marriage. Their stories of faith will help you understand this battle is not only about restoration, but it is also about what God wants to do in your life.

Have you ever wondered what the term “false start” means? In today’s episode, Charlyne and Lori sit down and give you tips on how to respond if you find your spouse heading towards home and then pulling away.

• How Long Does It Take To Get Over The Other Person?
• Luz & Fabian’s Testimony
• The Love Dare Book
• The Five Love Languages Book
• Take the love language test and learn your love language.

Additional Show Notes –

• Sign up for our daily devotional, Charlyne Cares
• Make sure you subscribe to this podcast to be notified automatically when a new episode is published

Have you ever wondered if your spouse is worthy of your forgiveness? “If God can forgive me for the things I have done, I can forgive my husband and fight for my marriage.” Those powerful words were spoken by Lori, a woman who is standing for the healing of her marriage.

As Lori shared her testimony publicly, she was reminding herself of the reason behind her decision to fight for her marriage. We can forgive just as we have been forgiven. This episode with Charlyne and Lori will strengthen your resolve to forgive your spouse and pray for your marriage to be all that God wants it to be.

If you were holding the pen of your life, you probably would have erased the part where your family endures the hardship that goes with a broken marriage. God is the one who is writing your story. In today’s podcast, Charlyne and Lori show you how to trust God as He uses the hardships in our lives to bring glory to Himself. You are a very important part of God’s story!

Additional Resources:

http://bit.ly/RMMCharlynesMP3s

Have you ever questioned God’s timing at answering prayers? After a long journey, DeAnn finally received the answer to the prayers she prayed for not only engagement to her husband, but remarriage. This testimony will encourage you to continue praying for restoration. Listen to Charlyne, Lori and DeAnn discuss how you can honor your covenant, even when you face battles and loss.

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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John Wesley and Jennifer never expected their marriage to be plagued with infertility, unfaithfulness, or the other things that came between them eventually leading to their separation. God started peeling back the layers and softened Jennifer’s heart to the point where she began standing for restoration in their marriage. God prepared Jennifer for the unexpected news that would be revealed throughout her stand while John Wesley was doing his own wrestling with God. You will love this story of God’s redemptive power in this family.

Additional Resources:

Lord Change Me First Teaching

John Wesley and Jennifer’s blog:
https://marriageisacovenant.com/

The start of a new year is the perfect time to take time and reflect on the past. We can look at a season of our lives and define God by that one season, but when you reflect, you can truly see where God was working on your behalf. In today’s podcast, Lori outlines the importance of reflecting and seeing God for who He is.

Do you feel overwhelmed by the mountain of circumstances you are facing? The enemy wants you to believe that God is not bigger than those problems. God’s got this! He knows what you are facing, and He cares for you. In today’s episode, Lori will show you how to put your full trust in God for your future. Even when you don’t see anything happening, He can be trusted.

Additional Resources: 

Make Your Spiritual And Physical Fitness A Priority - Part 1 - https://www.rejoiceministries.org/media/session/40784

Make Your Spiritual And Physical Fitness A Priority - Part 2 - https://www.rejoiceministries.org/media/session/41057

But God - https://www.rejoiceministries.org/media/session/40364

You Made A Way by Travis Greene - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MimVg0OMGvA