With heavy hearts, we dedicate this episode of the Christian Couples Podcast to the memory of our dear friend, Charlie Kirk. In the wake of unexpected loss, we turn to the only true source of comfort and strength: God's Word.

This is a personal and prayerful reflection on how we, as believers, can navigate the darkest of times. Join us as we explore:

• The biblical call to overcome evil not with vengeance, but with goodness (Romans 12).
• How to be prepared to defend our faith with gentleness and respect, even in sorrow (1 Peter 3:15).
• The importance of finding courage through the Holy Spirit.
• Practical ways to live out the gospel faithfully when your heart is breaking.

This is not an easy conversation, but it's a necessary one. We pray this episode brings comfort, strength, and a renewed sense of God's purpose in your life, no matter what you are facing.

If you are walking through a season of grief, please know you are not alone. We invite you to share a prayer or a word of encouragement in the comments. Let's lift each other up.

#Grief #Faith #ChristianPodcast #HopeInHardTimes #Tragedy #Romans12 #OvercomingEvilWithGood #FindingStrength

Timecodes:

(00:00) A Message of Hope in a Time of Grief

(00:53) With Heavy Hearts: Responding to Unexpected Tragedy

(02:02) Seeking God's Comfort and Wisdom in Prayer

(02:23) Remembering Our Friend & The Power of Community

(03:26) How Do We Respond to Evil?

(03:53) Overcoming Evil with Good: Lessons from Romans 12

(06:54) Personal Reflections on Scripture in Hard Times

(08:13) Finding Courage in Christ and Our Mission

(11:43) Defending Your Faith with Gentleness & Respect (1 Peter 3:15)

(13:45) Living with Reverential Awe for God

(14:31) Practical Steps for a Bold and Gentle Faith

(16:04) Holding onto Faith When You're Filled with Sorrow

(18:16) Understanding the Spiritual Battle We're In

(19:36) The Holy Spirit as Our Source of Courage

(22:02) A Word of Encouragement for Our Community

(23:53) This Week's Challenge: Living with Courage and Goodness

(26:35) Closing Prayer for the Hurting

Bible Study Handout: https://tr.ee/kdwgcV

31 Day Proverbs Devotional: https://tr.ee/9rBkSt

Ready to build deeper, stronger, and more godly friendships? In this episode of the Christian Couples Podcast, Johnny and Dawn provide a clear, biblical guide to relationships from Proverbs 27.

This insightful discussion will equip you to:

• Understand the true meaning of "Iron Sharpens Iron" and apply it to your life.

• Embrace humility and avoid the trap of boasting about the future.

• Become the kind of faithful friend that brings blessing and wise counsel.

• Grow as a diligent steward of everything God has entrusted to you.

Join us for an uplifting conversation designed to root your relationships more deeply in the practical and powerful Word of God.

🔥 What's one quality you value most in a godly friend? Let's share and learn in the comments! Subscribe for weekly wisdom for your marriage and friendships.

#Proverbs27 #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #WisdomOfGod #GodlyFriendship #IronSharpensIronPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndFamily #MarriagePodcast #BookOfProverbs

Timecodes:

(00:00) Welcome! Iron Sharpens Iron in Proverbs 27

(00:54) Opening in Prayer for Wisdom in Our Relationships

(01:55) How to Engage & Download the Episode Handout

(03:30) Exploring the Wisdom of Friendship in Proverbs 27

(04:01) Fun Banter: Getting Excited for the Fall Season

(12:54) Do Not Boast About Tomorrow: The Wisdom of Humility (Proverbs 27:1)

(16:28) Iron Sharpens Iron: The Blessing of a Faithful Friend (Proverbs 27:17)

(23:42) The Dangers of Complacency and a Full Soul

(24:05) Understanding and Maintaining Your Spiritual Appetite

(25:57) Practical Ways to Stay Spiritually Hungry for God

(28:17) Be Diligent to Know the State of Your Flocks: A Call to Stewardship (Proverbs 27:23)

(34:03) This Week's Practical Challenge for Your Life & Friendships

(43:35) Final Thoughts, Encouragement, and Closing Prayer

(47:52) Final Remarks & How to Get the Episode Handout

Bible Study Handout: https://tr.ee/AI3rAh

31 Day Proverbs Devotional: https://tr.ee/9rBkSt

Struggling with difficult people, gossip, or even your own laziness? In this episode of the Christian Couples Podcast, Johnny and Dawn provide a clear, biblical guide to navigating these challenges from Proverbs 26.

This insightful discussion will equip you to:

• Wisely discern when to engage in an argument and when to walk away ("Answer a fool...").
• Recognize and overcome the excuses of the lazy sluggard.
• Understand and extinguish the destructive fire of gossip in your life.
• Foster peace in a world that is often filled with conflict.

Join us for an uplifting conversation designed to root your relationships and your character more deeply in the practical and powerful Word of God.

🔥 What's one way you can be a peacemaker this week? Let's inspire each other in the comments! Subscribe for weekly wisdom for your marriage.

#Proverbs26 #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #WisdomOfGod #Peacemaker #StopGossip #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndFamily #MarriagePodcast #BookOfProverbs Timecodes:

(00:00) Welcome! Tackling Fools, Laziness & Gossip in Proverbs 26

(00:46) Opening in Prayer for Wisdom

(01:12) Engaging with Our Community: Addressing Viewer Comments

(07:20) A Deeper Look: Dealing with Temptation and Sin

(17:52) Answer a Fool... Or NOT? The Great Dilemma (Proverbs 26:4-5)

(24:32) The Folly of the Fool: As a Dog Returns to its Vomit... (Proverbs 26:11)

(30:36) The Shift in Proverbs: From Basic to Mature Issues

(31:39) Practical Advice for Engaging with Argumentative Spirits

(33:46) The Excuses of the Sluggard: "There is a Lion in the Road!" (Proverbs 26:13)

(38:36) Gossip, the Fuel for Strife's Fire (Proverbs 26:20-22

(56:39) This Week's Practical Challenge, Final Thoughts & Closing Prayer