In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron Smith sits down with Bethany Beal, co-founder of Girl Defined, to talk about her journey from the modeling world to biblical ministry. Together, they unpack what it means to embrace womanhood in today’s culture, the vital role of family, and the impact of social media on identity.

Bethany shares powerful insights from her new book Made to Be She, encouraging women to reclaim their worth, set healthy boundaries, and return to God’s design for family, motherhood, and womanhood.

Key Takeaways:

• Bethany’s modeling background gave her a deeper understanding of true worth and identity.
• Social media has reshaped how women perceive themselves—parents must stay aware and engaged.
• Fathers play a crucial role in shaping a daughter’s confidence and identity.
• The cultural shift encouraging women to leave the home has altered family dynamics.
• Home-cooked meals and intentional motherhood reflect a deeper, often lost, tradition.
• Birth control has changed the way society and even the church view family and children.
• Children are a blessing—our heart posture toward them reveals our theology.
• Made to Be She is a call for women to embrace biblical womanhood and the high calling of motherhood.

This episode is a powerful reminder to stand firm in God’s truth and raise the next generation to do the same.

Connect with Bethany Beal:

• Instagram: @girldefined
• Book: Made To Be She
• Website: https://girldefined.com/meet-us

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KEY WORDS: family dynamics, father-daughter relationship, womanhood, identity, boundaries, cultural influence, traditional values, Girl Defined, self-worth, femininity, womanhood, family dynamics, feminism, birth control, motherhood, societal movements, parenting, traditional roles, family values, Christian perspective

In today’s episode, Aaron sits down with Stephen Moore to talk about faith, family, and the beauty that unfolds when we trust God’s timing. Stephen opens up about his journey with infertility, the emotional and spiritual challenges that came with waiting, and how God led him and his wife to adopt two sons before blessing them with a biological daughter.

They discuss:

• The pain and hope found in seasons of infertility
• How adoption became a gospel-centered calling
• The unexpected joy of growing their family
• The power of prayer and God’s faithfulness
• Stephen’s involvement with WinShape Camps and their mission to reach kids with the gospel
• The value of community, discipleship, and device-free environments for deeper connection

This conversation is a great reminder that even when life doesn’t go according to plan, God is always working for our good. Whether you're walking through a season of waiting or wondering how to trust God with your family story, Stephen’s testimony will encourage and inspire you.

Connect with Stephen Moore:

• Instagram: @winshapecamps
• WinShape Camps for Communities: winshapecamps.org

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KEY WORDS: marriage, family, adoption, infertility, faith, parenting, God's timing, personal story, encouragement, providence, prayer, faith, adoption, hope, suffering, Windshape Camps, children's ministry, infertility, family, Christian values

In today’s episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron sits down with Dave and Ann Wilson—authors, speakers, and co-hosts of the FamilyLife Today radio show—to talk about the power of words in marriage. After 45 years of marriage, they’ve learned firsthand how speaking life, showing kindness, and embracing humility can radically transform a relationship.

We discuss their new book How to Speak Life to Your Husband and the simple but profound ways encouragement can deepen emotional connection, heal past wounds, and reignite love. Whether you're in a season of joy or struggle, this conversation will give you practical tools to help your marriage thrive.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why the foundation of society is built on strong families
• The power of encouragement and positive affirmation in marriage
• How our upbringing shapes the way we love and communicate
• Why timing matters when discussing sensitive topics
• How transparency and humility lead to healing
• Practical steps for strengthening your relationship today

Whether you’re newly married or decades in, this conversation will remind you of the incredible influence your words have—and how speaking life can change everything.

Connect with Dave and Ann Wilson:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJKOpYHP3eu/?hl=en
• Order Their New Book, How To Speak Life To Your Husband, Here: https://a.co/d/76RfWt2
• Order their book, No Perfect Parents, Here: https://a.co/d/8U0uYAR

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KEY WORDS: marriage, family, faith, repentance, communication, personal stories, humility, encouragement, relationships, books, marriage, communication, emotional needs, kindness, encouragement, transformation, positive words, spiritual principles, relationship advice, personal growth

In today’s episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron sits down with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy—a Christian life coach, wife of nearly 16 years, and mother of four—who helps overwhelmed moms manage their emotions with biblical truth and practical tools. Drawing from a strong foundation of Christian values, Elizabeth shares how her journey through marriage and motherhood exposed deeper struggles with anger, self-regulation, and shame—and how God used those challenges to transform her heart.

In this episode we explore:

• The emotional struggles many moms face, including anger and shame
• How Elizabeth began recognizing her triggers and regulating her responses
• Why spiritual leadership in marriage is essential for a thriving home
• The power of prayer, compassion, and authenticity in parenting
• How to embrace hope when motherhood feels overwhelming

Elizabeth's story offers encouragement for every mom who feels stuck in cycles of guilt or frustration.

Whether you're a mom in the trenches or a parent seeking more peace at home, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to grow.

Connect with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy:

• Podcast: Emotionally Healthy Legacy
• Website: emotionallyhealthylegacy.com
• Email: hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.com
• Free Training: endmomshame.com
• Instagram: @emotionally_healthy_legacy

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KEY WORDS: marriage, parenting, spiritual leadership, anger management, family dynamics, Christian moms, cultural influences, family values, personal growth, motherhood, parenting, anger management, self-improvement, emotional health, motherhood, mental health, Christian parenting, coping strategies, personal growth, family dynamics

In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron Smith interviews Austin J. Holt about the intersection of marriage, ministry, and personal growth. Austin is a Christian entrepreneur, coach, and ministry leader dedicated to helping couples build thriving, Christ-centered marriages. Together with his wife, Rachel, he co-founded The Conscious Christian Marriage, a coaching program that integrates biblical principles with psychological insights to support high-performing Christian couples in deepening their connection and purpose .

During our conversation, Austin shares how he and his wife Rachel transitioned from wedding photography to marriage ministry, driven by a desire to strengthen their own relationship and help others do the same. Married for 14 years with four children, they’ve learned to prioritize marriage as their first ministry, especially in the face of challenges like Rachel’s parents’ divorce.

In this conversation we explore:

• The power of humility, grace, and obedience in marriage and faith.
• The difference between biblical prosperity and the prosperity gospel.
• Why ministry starts at home and why marriage should come before other obligations.
• The impact of encouragement, appreciation, and speaking life into one another.
• The importance of taking responsibility and making it easy for your spouse to love you.

Austin emphasizes that every marriage can grow with intentionality, mentorship, and faith at the center. Whether you're in a season of growth or struggle, this conversation will encourage and equip you to pursue a Christ-centered marriage—starting right where you are.

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Connect with Austin J. Holt:

• Instagram: @consciouschristianmarriage
• Website: https://www.consciouschristianmarriage.com/

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KEY WORDS: marriage, ministry, coaching, family, relationships, faith, personal growth, wedding photography, entrepreneurship, continuous learning, humility, obedience, biblical prosperity, marriage ministry, encouragement, appreciation, relationship advice, spiritual leadership, family focus, personal responsibility

In today's episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron interviews Amanda Hayhurst, author of "Pray for Him" and seminary graduate whose marriage was restored after infidelity. Through her personal journey of reconciliation, healing from father wounds, and walking through her son's cancer diagnosis, Amanda shares how prayer transformed her approach to marriage and relationships.

In this vulnerable conversation, we explore:

• How attempting to be the Holy Spirit in our spouse's life creates frustration instead of change
• The transformative power of surrendering control and praying consistently for your husband
• Why authentic community was crucial to Amanda's marriage surviving infidelity
• The freedom that comes when we stop trying to fix others and start interceding for them
• How suffering can create a raw dependency on God that we often miss in comfortable seasons
• The importance of feeling our emotions before God rather than numbing them
• Practical ways to discern when to give advice versus when to simply listen
• The healing journey from carrying father wounds into marriage to finding identity in Christ

Whether you're struggling with a desire to change your spouse, walking through a season of betrayal, feeling isolated in your pain, or simply wanting to deepen your prayer life, this conversation offers hope and practical wisdom for surrendering control and trusting God with your relationships.

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Connect with Amanda Hayhurst:

• Book: "Pray for Him"
• Website: https://amandahayhurstwrites.com/
• Instagram: @amandahayhurstwrites

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KEY WORDS: Marriage After God, Aaron Smith, Amanda Hayhurst, prayer in marriage, infidelity restoration, authentic community, father wounds, healing, reconciliation, marriage struggles, surrender, control issues, comparison, Holy Spirit, marriage transformation, suffering, child's illness, vulnerability, spiritual leadership, self-publishing

In today's episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron interviews Caleb and Stefanie Rouse, authors of "Wholehearted Love" and founders of a thriving relationship ministry. After walking through personal transformations, career shifts, and profound loss, the Rouses now help couples discover how to love with their whole hearts by addressing the masks and pain that prevent genuine connection.

In this vulnerable conversation, we explore:

• How past wounds create masks that block our ability to love others wholeheartedly
• The powerful journey of grieving the loss of their twin boys while simultaneously writing a book about wholehearted love
• Why bringing our pain to God instead of hiding behind masks leads to healing and freedom
• The importance of celebrating life at every stage, even after pregnancy loss
• How stretching our "obedience muscles" transforms our relationship with God and others
• The transformative practice of daily prayer for your spouse and its impact on marriage
• Why helping singles and pre-married couples creates maximum impact for future marriages
• How to discern when God is calling you to surrender comfortable paths for greater purpose

Whether you're healing from past wounds, navigating grief in your marriage, struggling with identity, or simply wanting to love more wholeheartedly, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical insights for removing masks and embracing genuine connection with God and your spouse.

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Connect with Caleb & Stefanie Rouse:

• Book: "Wholehearted Love" - https://www.stefanieandcaleb.com/book
• Prayer Books: "52 Prayers for Your Husband" and "52 Prayers for Your Wife"
• https://www.stefanieandcaleb.com/52prayersformyspouse
• Instagram:
• https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.rouse
• https://www.instagram.com/calebjasonrouse/
• Podcast: The Wholehearted Love Podcast
• https://www.stefanieandcaleb.com/podcast
• Website: https://www.stefanieandcaleb.com/

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KEY WORDS: Marriage After God, Aaron Smith, Caleb Rouse, Stefanie Rouse, Wholehearted Love, prayer in marriage, grief, pregnancy loss, miscarriage, masks in relationships, healing, obedience, identity in Christ, social media ministry, pre-marriage counseling, spiritual transformation, vulnerability, transparency, worship, celebrating life

In today's episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron interviews Costi Hinn, pastor, author, and founder of For the Gospel ministry. After growing up in the prosperity gospel movement and experiencing a profound transformation through God's Word, Costi now helps believers understand how to discern God's will and make decisions with confidence. His journey from confusion to clarity offers hope for anyone struggling to understand God's plan for their life.

In this enlightening conversation, we explore:

• The difference between God's revealed will (commands in Scripture) and His sovereign will (the unknowns He controls)
• How to overcome "paralysis by analysis" when faced with too many options
• The seven P's for making no-regret decisions in your life and marriage
• Why feeling peace is important but shouldn't be your only decision-making factor
• The dangers of making major life decisions in isolation without wise counsel
• How marriage provides a built-in system of accountability and perspective
• The freedom to enjoy good things without guilt or fear that God wants you to suffer
• Practical ways to know and follow God's clear will for every Christian today

Whether you're facing a major life decision, feeling stuck in indecision, or simply wanting to grow in your understanding of God's will, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical guidance for walking confidently in the path God has for you.

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Connect with Costi Hinn:

• Book: "Walking in God's Will: Demystify God's Plan for Your Life and Make Decisions with Confidence"
• Ministry: https://forthegospel.org/
• Podcast: For the Gospel (available on all platforms)
• Children's books on the fruit of the Spirit and prayer (with his wife Christine Hinn)

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KEY WORDS: Marriage After God, Aaron Smith, Costi Hinn, God's will, decision making, prosperity gospel, sound doctrine, biblical marriage, wise counsel, spiritual transformation, paralysis by analysis, peace, discernment, revealed will, sovereign will, Bible, Scripture, For the Gospel ministry, church planting, spiritual growth