What if the secret to a happier, more resilient life—and a thriving marriage—could be boiled down to just three words?

In this uplifting and actionable episode of the Marriage of Greatness podcast, Evan and Susan Money, the dynamic husband-wife hosting duo, reveal the powerful trio that can transform your marriage (and your outlook on life): Gratitude, Intentionality, and Celebration.

Key Highlights:

• The Origin of the Gratitude Movement: Evan traces gratitude’s roots not to modern self-help but all the way back to King David’s Psalms—showing how this ancient wisdom shapes everything from mindset to marriage.
• Daily Rituals for a Grateful Life: The hosts share their personal morning routines—from Evan’s grounding practice (barefoot in the dirt!) to Susan’s heartfelt thanks for the simple gift of standing on two healthy feet. Discover how just a few moments each day can rewire your brain for positivity, resilience, and joy.
• Living with Intentionality: Ever feel like you’ve mastered some areas of your life but are “out of alignment” in others? The Moneys break down how to build new habits—one small change at a time—using the “rule of threes,” a method that’s as transformative for new puppies as it is for people!
• Celebration as a Way of Life: Find out why Evan and Susan have renewed their vows every single year in a different state or country, and how you can bring more celebration into everyday life—yes, even with your kids or guests on a literal red carpet!

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Put the Lessons Into Action:

• Start Your Day with Gratitude: Before your feet hit the floor, name one thing you’re grateful for.
• Make a Change Using the Rule of Threes: Want a new habit? Commit for 3 days, push through to 3 weeks, and let it become part of you by 3 months.
• Intentionally Celebrate: Find something—big or small—to intentionally celebrate this week. Whether it’s a homemade photo flipbook for your kids, a special dinner, or simply rolling out a figurative “red carpet” for someone special, make celebration a habit.
• Ask Yourself: What can you celebrate today? What area of your life needs a dose of intentionality? How can you bring gratitude into your daily rhythm?

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Follow-Up:

• Connect on Instagram: For more marriage inspiration, follow Marriage of Greatness on Instagram and check out their upcoming behind-the-scenes wedding slideshows.
• Try their Rituals: Experiment with the grounding or gratitude routines shared in the episode, and DM your experiences to the hosts!
• Share the Celebration: Listen with your spouse and brainstorm simple celebrations you can weave into your own story.

Ready to go from good to GREAT in your marriage—and your life? Dive into this episode and start living with more gratitude, intention, and celebration, right where you are.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 "Inspiring Greatness: Follow for More"

05:31 Dirt Connection: Grounding Simplicity

07:33 Living with Gratitude

10:19 King David: Gratitude and Intentionality

14:40 Habit Formation Timeline: 21-66 Days

18:46 Dog Behavior Transformation Timeline

21:24 Intentional Celebration: Red Carpet Tradition

23:45 Annual Personal Flipbook Gift

26:07 "Marriage of Greatness Podcast"

What if the secret to a great marriage isn’t about finding the “perfect” partner, but about embracing imperfection—and weaving your individual strengths together with purpose?

In this eye-opening episode of the Marriage of Greatness podcast, Evan and Susan Money sit down with Mark and Kayla Queen—a remarkable couple celebrating 39 years of marriage, three grown children, and two grandchildren. But longevity isn’t their only superpower! Mark and Kayla are living proof that deeply rooted faith, family-first values, and a willingness to keep growing (and letting go!) can lead to extraordinary love stories and real-world impact.

Key Highlights:

• Discover what Mark and Kayla are building for 2025—including a vision for supporting Christian leaders with “God-sized” teams and launching 100 thriving spiritual “tribes.”

• Hear Kayla’s fresh outlook on “outgrowing stuff”—literally and metaphorically—after losing both her parents, and why decluttering is less about things and more about legacy.

• Laugh along as the Queens revisit their trumpet-playing college romance, Manhattan Kansas roots, and who would play them in a movie (hint: Gilligan’s Island fans will love this!).

• Learn the marriage advice that transformed their journey—Mark’s “rope and strand” analogy reveals why weaving Christ into your marriage changes everything.

• Be inspired by how Mark and Kayla replaced goal-oriented New Year’s resolutions with life-giving Lent practices, focusing not just on what to give up, but what to intentionally add to their lives and marriage.

Follow-up Actions for Listeners and Viewers:

1. Assess Your Marital “Strands”: Reflect on the individual stories, habits, or baggage you bring into your marriage. How can you start “weaving” your strengths and inviting a spiritual third strand into your relationship?

2. Purge with Purpose: Take a cue from Kayla—evaluate what physical or emotional “stuff” you’re holding onto. Identify one space or habit to declutter together this week.

3. Intentional Additions: Instead of a big resolution, choose one loving habit or spiritual practice to add to your life as a couple. Maybe it’s prayer, weekly check-ins, or serving together.

4. Visit the Queens’ Work: Curious about Mark and Kayla’s mission? Explore corescore.net to learn more about building impactful Christian communities.

5. Stay Inspired: Don’t forget to follow Evan & Susan’s journey to 100 weddings at evanlovesusan.com and tune in for the next episode for more encouragement and actionable advice!

No marriage is perfect, but with intention, faith, and a willingness to grow together, yours can go from good to GREAT. Press play for real stories, practical wisdom, and fresh hope for your relationship.

00:00 "Family Focus in 2025"

04:30 Bride's Compassion for Elderly

08:36 "Embracing Community and Growth"

10:36 "Vision for 100 Tribes"

14:40 Military and International Hub

20:21 "Reflections on Marriage's Complexities"

23:13 Weaving vs. Nodding Habits

26:39 Reassessing Priorities for Improvement

28:11 "Transformative Practice of Writing Prayers"

33:17 "Thank You, Kayla!"

What story is your marriage telling right now—and is it the one you truly want?

In this inspiring episode of the Marriage of Greatness podcast, hosts Evan and Susan Money invite you to pause and reflect on the powerful narrative your marriage is shaping every single day. From humble beginnings marked by debt and uncertainty to living a dream of getting remarried in a new place every year, Evan and Susan share their own transformational journey—and those of other remarkable couples—to illustrate how intentional living can rewrite any marital story.

Key Highlights:

• Setting the Stage: Evan and Susan dive into the important (and often overlooked) question every couple should ask: What story is your marriage telling?
• Stories That Inspire: They share moving examples from their own relationship, including how a dream born out of a shoestring budget and a desire for more led to an unexpected, all-expense-paid renewal of vows in Paris.
• Seeds of Greatness: Hear how encounters with couples like Greg & Heidi, Jack & Elaine LaLanne, and Chet & Diana planted the seeds for growth, adventure, service, and intentional living in their own marriage.
• Lessons from Other Marriages: Learn how these marriages became more than just partnerships; they became legacies—shaped by joy, service, health, generosity, and the courage to dream beyond limitations.

Ready to turn the page? This episode will challenge you to leave behind limitations and paint a brand new, breathtaking story—one that will inspire not just the two of you, but everyone you meet.

Subscribe to the Marriage of Greatness podcast, share this episode with your partner, and begin crafting your legacy together today! For more resources and to follow Evan and Susan’s ongoing journey to 100 weddings, visit evanlovessusan.com and marriageofgreatness.com.

00:00 Marriage Story Reflections

06:47 "Annual Destination Weddings Dream"

08:22 Tijuana: Not a Tourist Destination

13:52 Discovering Entrepreneurship Through Greg

16:29 Inspiring Homeschool Family Influence

19:22 Pioneering Health Warnings from the '50s

24:27 Age-Defying Determination

25:52 Celebrating Vibrant Lifelong Love

28:17 "Marriage of Greatness Podcast"