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The Adkins Family78: Jamal Bryant | Willie Moore JrJamal Bryant took accountability for his past transgressions against his ex-wife. Should we be responsible or have the privilege of forgiving a spouse for exposing adultery?2024-04-2856 minThe Adkins Family77: The #1 Thing to Make a Marriage WorkToday we talk about tips on making a marriage work as we approach 5 years of marriage. We will also talk about the #1 thing that will make ANY MARRIAGE WORK!2024-02-191h 23The Adkins Family76: What's WRONG with Kirk Franklin?! | The Reunion Tour ReviewToday we review the Reunion Tour. We are a little late to the party but, better late than never.
The Reunion Tour with Kirk Franklin, Israel Houghton, The Clark Sisters, David & Tamela Mann, Tye Tribbett and special guests New Breed, The Family, & God's Property.
2024-02-101h 30The Adkins Family75 : Katt Williams Standing on BusinessToday we talk about the Katt Williams controversy and more importantly, dive deep into the need for truth and transparency in our everyday lives.2024-01-211h 06The Adkins Family74: Love, Sweat, and Tears: Navigating the Rollercoaster of Marriage
In this eye-opening episode of our podcast, Benjamin and Takiya share raw and unfiltered insights into the often-unspoken truths about marriage. They dive deep into the trenches of matrimony, discussing the demanding yet rewarding journey it entails. From the vital role of counseling in nurturing a strong partnership to the challenges of isolation as a couple, they lay it all bare. Tune in as they shed light on why so many couples falter in their pursuit of a healthy and lasting relationship, and the crucial steps it takes to beat the odds. Whether you're married, engaged, or simply curious...2023-09-251h 10The Adkins Family73 : Dreams and NightmaresJoin Benjamin and Takiya as they dive into the messy, unpredictable world of life decisions on this episode of their podcast. They'll dish about their own experiences, from dreams that turned into sidesplitting nightmares to choices that brought unexpected, life-altering consequences. Through laughter and candid storytelling, they'll explore the ups and downs of decision-making, leaving you with the timeless lesson that every choice has its sunny side and its stormy side. So, remember, folks, be careful what you wish for and what you dream of because you just might get it—and sometimes, living with the aftermath can be a...2023-09-1642 minThe Adkins Family72: Let's Talk About DivorceIn this heartfelt and hopeful episode, we dive deep into the sensitive topic of divorce from a Christian perspective. In a society where relationships sometimes dissolve and change shape, we invite listeners to explore the complex and often misunderstood topic of divorce within the Christian community.
2023-09-0656 minThe Adkins Family71: Lets Talk About Sex Education in the Household
In this candid episode, Benjamin and Takiya discuss age-appropriate conversations, overcoming initial awkwardness, and fostering open dialogue. Listen in to gain valuable insights on creating a supportive environment, empowering kids with accurate information, and building lasting trust. Let's equip ourselves to be confident and approachable parents, guiding our children towards healthy attitudes about relationships and sexuality.
2023-07-2642 minThe Adkins Family70: Harmonies of Love: The Melodic Marriage Playlist | Part 2
Benjamin and Takiya are determined to curate a special playlist that reflects their unique love story. As they immerse themselves in cherished memories and shared experiences, they search for songs that capture the essence of their bond. Through laughter, tears, and heartfelt conversations, their journey leads them to a playlist filled with melodies that celebrate their love, resilience, and the extraordinary connection they share.
2023-07-1557 minThe Adkins Family69: Harmonies of Love: The Melodic Marriage Playlist | Part 1Benjamin and Takiya are determined to curate a special playlist that reflects their unique love story. As they immerse themselves in cherished memories and shared experiences, they search for songs that capture the essence of their bond. Through laughter, tears, and heartfelt conversations, their journey leads them to a playlist filled with melodies that celebrate their love, resilience, and the extraordinary connection they share.
2023-07-0845 minThe Adkins Family68: Exploring America on an Epic Cross-Country AdventureExperience the exhilarating adventure of a military family's cross-country road trip from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, California. Prepare for surprising twists, including a medical emergency, as they traverse the diverse landscapes of America. From charming diners to breathtaking natural wonders, join us for unforgettable moments and the indomitable spirit of adventure. Buckle up for a wild ride filled with excitement, and resilience. Get ready for an epic journey packed into a compact description.2023-06-3049 minThe Adkins Family67: We were HOMELESS! Because of this...Get ready to dive into an incredible story with Benjamin and
Takiya as they take you on their wild ride of surviving a flood and fire
alongside their energetic toddler. From the chaotic evacuation to the
absurdities of hotel living, every moment was a mix of laughter and pure chaos.
With their mischievous two-year-old turning the hotel into a playground, you
can only imagine the adventures they had! But through it all, they embraced the
craziness and created memories that will last a lifetime. Get ready for an
episode that captures their resilience, reminding us all to find humor...2023-05-1832 minThe Adkins Family66: Saying "I Do" Will CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOREVER: The Surprising Benefits of Marriage You Can't Afford to Miss Out On!Today we explore the topic of marriage and the surprising benefits it can bring to your life. Saying "I do" is a life-changing decision, and in this episode, we delve into the reasons why you should consider taking that step.
Research has shown that being married can have a significant positive impact on your health, wealth, and overall well-being. But it's not just about the practical benefits. Marriage can also bring emotional fulfillment and a sense of security that is hard to find elsewhere.
Whether you're single, engaged, or already married, this episode is for...2023-05-0455 minThe Adkins Family65: What is Love?What is love? When do you really know you are ready to love someone to the fullest extent? There are some key differences between love and lost or even love and like. Are you prepared to love someone through the know and the unknown? Through the deepest valleys in life and the highest mountain tops? Find out on this episode of the Adkins Family Podcast!2023-04-2951 minThe Adkins Family64: Why Do Women Always Want to Argue? | Toxic Attachment Styles64: Why Do Women Always Want to Argue? | Toxic Attachment Styles2023-04-2344 minThe Adkins Family63: Creed III Was Not a Disappointment | Spoiler Warning !Today Takiya and Benjamin talk about the movie Creed III. This episode is less of a review and more of a social commentary on the thematic elements displayed and portrayed in the movie. If you want to hear them break down the movie and tell what they learned from it be sure to listen to this entire episode!
Thanks for listening; we are glad you are a part of the Adkins Family!2023-04-081h 07The Adkins Family62: Lets Talk About MarriageToday the cast has a candid conversation surrounding marriage. Let's see where this goes!2023-03-2250 min
The Adkins Family61: Spiritual Abuse in the PulpitIn today's episode, the crew talks about a recent event in the church where a musician was rebuked for refusing to play. This was followed by words that were interpreted as a word curse and much more. The community has sparked a conversation, and this is our two cents. Thank you for listening.2023-02-2658 minThe Adkins Family60: Future Plans, Depression, Pornography and 4 Year Wedding AnniversaryWe are back! The first episode of the 2023 year and we discuss a multitude of things. This is an episode you don't want to miss.2023-02-251h 16The Adkins Family59: 2022 A Year In ReviewDuring this episode, the crew talks about everything that happened in 2022. Lessons learned and experiences had during the entire year. 2022-12-271h 09The Adkins Family58: How Do You Know Who to Marry?How does one know who to marry? Does "The One" exist? Is there a special person out there for you and that is the person God has given you to marry? All these questions are answered and more on this episode of the Adkins Family Podcast.2022-12-2252 minThe Adkins Family57: Wrapped 2022Today the podcast hosts go over their 2022 in podcasting. This journey has been incredible and we hope only for great years to come. Thank you to all listeners and supporters of this podcast.2022-12-0735 minThe Adkins Family56: Faith DeconstructionToday the podcast members talk about faith deconstruction and the benefits of a healthy period of deconstruction. This is an episode you don't want to miss.2022-11-061h 00The Adkins Family55: Parental Roles | How to Raise a child in 2022Today the panel discusses the ins and outs of raising Aubrey.2022-10-2957 minThe Adkins Family54: Marriage Be Hard: Sex Be HardToday we discuss the taboo topic, sex, once again. This is an important topic and as with anything else in marriage it needs to be discussed continually. We are reading the book Marriage Be Hard that is written by Kevin and Melissa Fredericks.2022-10-051h 08The Adkins Family53: I Almost DiedSo guess what? Benjamin almost died, in this episode, Takiya and Benjamin talk about the experience.2022-10-0549 minThe Adkins Family52: Living with an Almost 2 Year OldAubrey is now almost two years old we are not living completely different lives than before. Today we talk about the changes we have made and the facts we have had to face living with Aubrey for the last two years.2022-10-0425 minThe Adkins Family51: Marriage Be Hard: Expectations Be HardWe started a new book written by Kevin and Melissa Fredericks called "Marriage Be Hard". We will read through this book and share our thoughts and opinions surrounding the information revealed in the book. We are excited to embark on this new journey and hope you enjoy it as much as we do. In this first episode we talk about the first chapter and the book's introduction.2022-09-2449 minThe Adkins Family50: We Still Here! 50 Episodes and Almost 4 Years!Today marks the release of the 50th episode of the Adkins Family Podcast! While the journey was not perfect or easy, Takiya and I are still going strong in marriage and content creation. Today we are going to share some of the lessons learned throughout the 2-year process, and hopefully, you will gain some insight into marriage and our struggles throughout this time. Thank you for listening, and welcome to the family.2022-09-1949 minThe Adkins Family49: Matt Chandler and the Benefits of Proper Church EcclesiologyToday we discuss the benefits of the Matt Chandler situation. We dive into church ecclesiology and leadership structure. 2022-09-1131 minThe Adkins Family48: The TruthToday we discuss the dynamics of raising a child in this world and the truth surrounding the behavior and cognitive dissonance exhibited by people we surround ourselves with.2022-09-1149 minThe Adkins Family47: Life Update PT3We made a decision! Listen to the podcast to find out what we decided.2022-09-1057 minThe Adkins Family46: Legacy PT2This week we continue a conversation from last week between Takiya and her mother. Hope you enjoy!2022-08-171h 15The Adkins Family45: Legacy PT1In this week's episode, Takiya and her mother discuss a multitude of issues and topics. You do not want to miss this conversation.2022-08-091h 00
The Adkins Family44: Marriage is a Highlighter PT1How many people know that marriage is one of the greatest vehicles to expose our flaws? Some may even use the metaphor of the marriage being a highlighter of the most profound flaws in the individual, which must be dealt with by both people involved in the covenant relationship. Today we discuss these issues and give tips on how two people can come together and become one while dealing with the heart's deepest, darkest issues.2022-07-2355 minThe Adkins Family43: Why Won't He Listen?Today the Adkins Family discusses the dynamics between husband and wife in the area of communication and listening. The wife is supposed to be the helpmeet but are men not listening and not allowing them to be that very thing? 2022-07-1845 minThe Adkins Family42: Life Update PT2We are back in the saddle. Time to give an update on what has been happening in the last couple of months in our absence.2022-07-0541 min
The Adkins Family41 : SexToday the podcast members talk about sex! Lets remove the negative stigma around this topic and open up conversations so we can improve and grow together as married couples.2022-04-0438 minThe Adkins Family40: The Moms Talk it OutWe have a special episode for you guys. Benjamin will not be on today and instead, we have a special guest. Samantha, one of Takiya's friends from college will join the cast and they will talk about various topics ranging from postpartum depression to therapy. This one is different from all the other ones and you don't want to miss it!2022-01-201h 13The Adkins Family39: Servant LeadershipBenjamin has recently received a new promotion at his job and this has sparked some interesting conversation between him and Takiya. As a new leader in a professional environment, there are some things that the couple would like to institute. Join in on the conversation as the two discuss the topic of servant leadership. What is a servant leader? What are the experiences of the two while in positions of leadership and how have they handled difficult situations that they were. Thank you for listening!2022-01-0753 minThe Adkins Family38: Meagan Good, Devon Franklin and The Struggles of MarriageMeagan God and Devon Franklin just announced they are going to file for divorce. Today we speak about the matter and hopefully help people in the process.2022-01-061h 06The Adkins Family37: What Do We Expect from 2022?New Year but is it a new you? Today Takiya and Benjamin discuss what they expect from 2022! Some big decisions need to be made and what comes along with those decisions you will have to listen to find out!2022-01-0357 minThe Adkins Family36: Life UpdateWhere have we been? What has been going on? Life has many changes and these are how we are adapting to the things that have been happening in my life.2021-11-2150 minThe Adkins Family35: Watch Your Mouth!How can we manage disagreements, fights, and arguments in relationships?2021-10-091h 40The Adkins Family34: My Wife is NOT Crazy! I Just Need to ListenAre wives crazy? Do husbands listen? Lets discuss.2021-10-081h 14The Adkins Family33 Honor and RespectToday we discuss the Trinity, honor, and respect. Thanks for tuning into the Adkins Family Podcast.2021-10-061h 00The Adkins Family32 The Trinity and Self DenialAre we doing everything we can to put others we are connected to before ourselves? Are we reflecting the relationship God has with himself? What is stopping us from having a true heart of service in our relationships and how can we break through and get better? Today Takiya and Benjamin discuss these very real questions. Thanks for listening!2021-09-281h 11The Adkins Family31 The Church and The VirusWe as believers have all been affected by the virus differently. How have you been handling and processing church closures, deaths, and health scares through these uncertain times? Today Takiya and Benjamin discuss the situation and detail and give their opinions on whether churches should still be closed.2021-09-261h 15The Adkins Family30 Living With a 10 Month OldHow is it living with a 10-month-old? Today Takiya and Benjamin discuss how life has been during the pandemic while taking care of a 10-month-old baby girl. Living with Aubrey is full of ups and downs but it is also very fun and amusing.2021-09-2556 min
The Adkins Family29 The Church and the Positive Effects of LeadershipThe Church and the Positive Effects of Leadership. We all can attest to having or witnessing bad experiences in the church. But we would be remiss to not mention all the positives that the church has to bring to the life of the believer. In this episode, Benjamin and Takiya speak about the positive experiences that they have had, and in doing so they hope to encourage others to reflect on the beautiful benefits of the church.2021-09-181h 03The Adkins Family28 The Church and the Negative Effects of Poor LeadershipWe have all been affected in some way shape or form by poor leadership in the church. If you have not, just keep going. These poor examples do not mean we are not supposed to continue to gather in the local assembly. They can be used to improve as Christians and ultimately glorify God in a better way.2021-09-161h 21The Adkins Family27 SelflessnessIn this episode, Benjamin is not accompanied by Takiya and Aubrey! He dives into selflessness and his issues with this, in hopes other people may be able to get wisdom from and encouragement.2021-09-1555 minThe Adkins Family26 10 Myths of Marriage Part 2Today Takiya and Benjamin continue dispelling the myths that are so commonly circulated about marriage.2021-07-2440 minThe Adkins Family25 10 Myths of Marriage Part 1What are the 10 myths of marriage that Takiya and Benjamin are going to dispel today?2021-07-221h 04The Adkins Family24 Marriage LoveWhat type of love does it take to survive in marriage? Is there another way to love someone in a marriage that makes marriage more successful? Takiya and Benjamin discuss this on today's episode.2021-07-2247 minThe Adkins Family23 You Cannot Be the JudgeWe as Christians are called to forgive in all circumstances. The freedom of forgiveness and the willingness to trust the Lord ultimately helps us not only become like Christ but live better lives.2021-04-2741 minThe Adkins Family22 Stay at Home MotherhoodStay at Home Motherhood is a hard job. How do we make it work?2021-04-2332 minThe Adkins Family21 The Infancy StageThe beginning stages of any relationship are pivotal to its longevity. In the beginning, we must come together and make a decision on how the relationship will function.2021-04-2351 minThe Adkins Family20 Proverbs 31 Woman Part 2Today we continue our series on proverbs 31.2021-04-1929 minThe Adkins Family19 Appreciate the Small ThingsAppreciate the Small Things2021-04-1619 minThe Adkins Family18 AdvocateAre we convicting our spouses or advocating for them?2021-04-1242 minThe Adkins Family17 Proverbs 31 Woman Part 1An excellent wife, who can find?2021-04-1049 minThe Adkins Family16 PursuitNo matter what the circumstances we are always called to pursuit our spouse.2021-03-2336 minThe Adkins Family15 Marriage FirstMarriage is our #1 Priority after our relationship with God, is it yours?2021-02-271h 01The Adkins Family14 2 Year AnniversaryWhat have we learned after two Years of marriage?2021-02-1355 minThe Adkins Family13 Marriage is PerfectingRomans 8:28-29
28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good,8 for those who are called according to his purpose. 29 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.2021-02-0350 minThe Adkins Family12 God Centered vs Spouse CenteredHow do we maintain the right priorities in a marriage that sustain a relationship for a lifetime? The answer is to prioritize your relationship with Christ over your relationship with your spouse.2021-02-0246 minThe Adkins Family11 Forgiveness Part 2We understand that the person who has been hurt has some work to do to restore the relationship. What about the person who did the transgression. What can they do to help the restoration process along?2021-01-201h 13The Adkins Family10 ForgivenessForgiveness in marriage is something that you continually do. This is a process not a one-time thing.2021-01-1851 minThe Adkins Family9 I Still DoWhat are you going to do when you encounter the unexpected in marriage. It will happen and you need to be ready for it.2021-01-091h 05The Adkins Family8 Where are we Now?It is a New Year! And this year will bring some new challenges. We have been gone a while and this is an update on where we are in life and marriage.2021-01-0532 min
The Adkins Family7 Aubrey's Birth StoryIn this episode, we walk you through the experience of having our first baby, Aubrey J. Adkins2020-12-0757 minThe Adkins Family6 Skin Deep Game Part 2In this episode, we finish playing the skin deep game and you get to know us a little bit more!2020-11-1750 minThe Adkins Family5 Skin Deep GameIn this episode, we play the skin deep game and you get to know us a little bit more! 2020-11-1157 minThe Adkins Family4 Young and Married Part 2Part 2 discusses finances, the future, and ultimately the bigger picture!2020-11-081h 02The Adkins Family3 Young and Married Part 1In this episode, Benjamin and I tackle one of the biggest issues in marriage......communication.!2020-10-281h 00The Adkins Family2 COVID19 and PregnancyIn this episode, we discuss the changes our family has gone through with COVID19 and Takiya going through pregnancy. 2020-10-2359 min
The Adkins Family1 How We MetThis is the story of us.2020-10-201h 03
Healthcare Communication: Effective Techniques for CliniciansHow to Improve Medication CommunicationTakiya Reavis-Benjamin, MBA, talks about how a medication communication program improved patient satisfaction scores.2018-11-2419 min