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Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
The Girl Who Stole My Son's Heart: Meet Kim’s Future Daughter-in-Law
#148 What if you could love your future husband before you even meet him? In this special episode, Kim and OG co-host Adrienne sit down with Kim’s soon-to-be daughter-in-law, Kinsey, to talk about how she lived out the principles of Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One—long before she knew she’d one day marry Kim’s son!Kinsey shares her journey from chasing identity in sports to finding fulfillment in Christ, the intentional choices she made during her single years, and the prayers she didn’t even realize were being answered. From battl...
2025-04-08
42 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Celebrating 40 Years: An Honest Chat with Kim About Faith, Relationships, and Finishing Strong
#146 What does it mean to have faith in Christ? How does it relate to relationships and marriage? What will help your faith thrive in the seasons ahead of you?Listen in as co-hosts Charlotte and Jena sit down with Kim as she reflects on her 40-year spiritual journey and shares candid insights on maintaining a strong faith in all of life's challenges.Whether you're navigating the complexities of modern dating, seeking purpose in singleness, or striving to deepen your spiritual walk, Kim's experiences offer practical wisdom and encouragement for...
2025-03-11
47 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
How to Love Love When It Isn't Happening to You
#144: For years, Anna convinced herself that love wasn't something she needed--playing it cool, staying unattached, and pretending she didn't care. But deep down, she longed for a real, God-honoring relationship.As friends around her found love, got engaged, and started families, she found herself battling jealousy instead of joy...until one day she made a decision to love love even when it wasn't happening to her. Join us as Anna shares four ways she's been able to do that.Resources mentioned in this episode:For a copy...
2025-02-10
45 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
The Habits in Singleness That Made Our Marriage Thrive (ft. Cat + Jeremy)
#142: Our guests today are Cat and Jeremy Leach. If you've listened to the podcast for a while, you'll probably remember them. Cat has been on numerous times. The episode they did while engaged, "Why Waiting Was Worth It," is in the TOP TEN of ALL of our episodes. Cat and Jeremy boast a hefty single girl and single guy resume,' so they understand singleness well. Now that they are married and have become parents, they share in this episode the habits they formed in singleness that have made their marriage thrive.
2025-01-14
43 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Repost: Setting Goals and Why "Getting Married" Shouldn't Be One
Repost #111: Have you made some goals for 2025? Is one of them to get married? If so, you need to listen to this episode! Kim has a goal-setting gene in her DNA, but Adrienne and Leah don’t. Join in on their discussion, where Kim shares her best insights about successful goal-setting to help you move toward becoming who you want to be in 2025. Why you shouldn’t have a goal to get married this year How many goals should you set? The importance of setting SMART goals What goal-setting looks like The Lif...
2024-12-31
30 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
A Brief Podcast Update from Kim
Today, Kim is in the studio to give you a quick update. We know consistency is key in podcasting, so she's sharing a few upcoming changes. Change #1: Due to an unexpected health issue Kim had this past week, we are starting our holiday break a little earlier than planned. Like we did during our summer break, we’ll repost some past episodes that we don’t want you to miss. Change #2: Kim is fine health-wise, but she needs to slow things down a bit, so starting this week, we are mo...
2024-12-03
02 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
"I'm Pregnant"
#137: In this episode, you'll have an opportunity to meet Greer. She wrestled with the Lord in college and decided to go her own way...until she got pregnant. We hope this episode provides encouragement, hope, resources, and practical help for those facing an unplanned pregnancy...and help and encouragement for the friends who are walking alongside them. To connect with Greer or Kim, please email Kim at kim@kimvollendorf.com. For more information about the podcast and the Loving Your Husband Before You Even H...
2024-10-29
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Have You Discovered Your True Self?
#134: Finding your identity in Christ is one of the critical choices a young woman can make while she's single, and it will have a big impact now and in a future marriage. Michelle Fries joins Kim and Jena on this episode to discuss her journey in finding identity--her true self. Michelle is the author of You Are Not a Mistake: The Gift of Sacred Identity from the God Who Says You Belong. Michelle and Kim have known each other since they were single girls, and they have done a l...
2024-10-08
41 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Navigating Loneliness
#131: Ever felt lonely? Yeah, we have too. In this episode, Kim, Leah, and Jena explore the topic of loneliness. We each share our personal experiences with loneliness, and Jena shares three essential insights about loneliness and some practical tips for navigating it well. We emphasize the importance of turning to God and building a solid relationship with Him to navigate loneliness. Our discussion offers valuable insights and encouragement for those who are experiencing loneliness. Here's the Downline interest form link: https://www.downlinememphis.com...
2024-09-17
41 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Summer Series: Growing Closer to God
Welcome to our SUMMER SERIES, where we are reposting our favorite episodes! Episode #86, Enjoying God, was one of Jena's top 3 picks. In it, Kim shares her best tips to help you enjoy your relationship with God. Shout out to Bill Bright of CRU for the "Because God is..." idea mentioned in this episode. If you are interested in a bookmark, please Venmo $2 to @Kim-Vollendorf and then send your address to Kim via email or DM her on insta at @sixonesis.
2024-07-23
32 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Summer Series: Godly Guys and Leadership
Welcome to our SUMMER SERIES, where we are reposting our favorite episodes. Kim chose to repost Episode #92, which is about men and Biblical leadership. In it, Kim and her husband, Sean, have an honest conversation about what it is like for a husband to lead in his marriage and family. If you've ever wondered why guys don't take more initiative in relationships or if you have struggled with the whole idea of a husband leading a family, you won't want to miss this episode! ...
2024-07-09
29 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Summer Series: Hurts
Welcome to our SUMMER SERIES, where we are reposting our favorite episodes! In this repost of Episode #68, Kim shares a step-by-step method to process both little and big hurts openly, honestly, and in a healthy way. This is one of Kim's favorite episodes because she didn't learn this skill until her 40s, and it would have saved her a lot of trouble if she had learned it earlier in life. No one goes through life without experiencing some hurt. Do you know how to...
2024-06-11
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Praying for Your Husband Before You Even Have One
#124: What if you could love your husband before you even have one by praying for him--before you even knew who he was? That's what Molly did as a single woman, and in this conversation, she shares with Kim what praying for her one-day husband looked like... and how God miraculously answered it years later! You'll be encouraged by her story, and you'll be motivated to start praying! Sample Feelings Wheel--> https://feelingswheel.com/ Related Episodes: #11 Can Prayer Make a Difference #20 God...
2024-04-23
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
How Are Things With Your Parents?
#123: Things aren’t as they should be. We live in a broken world, and because of that, families experience broken patterns of relating to each other. Parents are broken. Children are broken. It’s wise for single women to resolve some of these broken patterns of relating with parents and change what they can before they repeat the broken patterns they’ve experienced. That’s the conversation we are starting today. Kim is joined by her friend Jess, who shares some surprising insights from Moses' life. Who knew that Moses coul...
2024-04-16
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
True Beauty Hacks--Tried & Tested
#116: Guest host Jena joins Kim in this episode to discuss all things beauty with our friend, Allie. Allie has always loved beauty and fashion, and after she started a relationship with Christ in college, she still loved fashion and beauty! As Allie shares her story, she helps us learn to pursue a beauty that actually makes us look and feel beautiful. She shares her best hacks to find our true beauty, contentment, security, and identity in the one thing that never fades--God. Allie's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliepace23/ Jena's instagram: https...
2024-02-27
31 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Resolving Your Past
#115: We all have things in our lives that we've done in the past that we are not proud of. Most of us have baggage from our sexual past, and often, we don't know how to deal with it all. If you want a good, healthy marriage someday, it's good to resolve these things of the past and move forward in the freedom Christ gives us. And, as a single woman, this is an opportunity to invest in your future marriage ahead of time by resolving these issues before you enter such an important relationship, and hopefully, your...
2024-02-20
29 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
A Special Announcement, a Special Guest, and a Surprise for You!
#113: We are excited to announce the audiobook version of "Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One" --a full-blown, word-for-word, read by Kim audiobook, and this episode marks the official release! To celebrate, we are going to listen to a chapter of it together. Kim also talks with Lindsay, the producer of the audiobook, who just happens to be a single girl! She shares some of her single-girl insights and her thoughts on the book's content. On the podcast, you know Kim as “married” Kim with the married perspective, but in the book, you get to k...
2024-02-06
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Setting Goals and Why “Getting Married” Shouldn’t Be One
#111: Have you made some goals for 2024? Is one of them to get married? If so, you need to listen to this episode! Kim has a goal-setting gene in her DNA, but Adrienne and Leah don’t. Join in on their discussion, where Kim shares her best insights about successful goal-setting to help you move toward becoming who you want to be in 2024. Why you shouldn’t have a goal to get married this year How many goals should you set? The importance of setting SMART goals What goal-setting looks like
2024-01-23
30 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Spooked by Marriage and Commitment?
When you hear the words “marriage” and “commitment,” how does it make you feel? Perhaps you can relate to these young women: Marriage scares me a little because my parents are divorced, as well as a lot of my family members, so I just really don’t want divorce to be my story as well. My parents have a really bad marriage, and I still see marriage as a gift, but it’s hard for me to believe that I could ever have a marriage that can truly last forever and make it through every trial. (My parents w...
2023-11-21
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
The Struggle With Comparison and What to Do About It
#102: Our summer intern told us that we needed to have an episode about comparison, so here we are! Adrienne and Kim invited their friend Sarah into this discussion, and Sarah has some wonderful insights and practical help to share that apply to whatever season of life you are in. "Comparison is one of those lifelong girl struggles--like gossip, body image, materialism--but it's a little sneakier at times than those other ones. It is something I think we all struggle with, but a lot of times, we don’t even realize it. And beyond that, it...
2023-10-10
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Inside the Friendships of an Aspiring Good Guy (Fisher)
#99: Being around good, godly men can change the way we view guys and relationships. Getting to know godly men can change our standards as young women. We begin to think: "I want a guy like that!" We want you to know that good guys are out there. In this episode, Kim's oldest son, Fisher, shares some insights about his friendships with international students. Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book Adrienne's Instagram Leah's Instagram Podcast/Kim's Instagram Similar episodes: #65 Interview...
2023-09-19
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
GRWM: First Date
#98: Get ready with us! Adrienne, Leah, and Kim have created an episode with practical advice for you to listen to right before that sweet, probably nervous, boy shows up at your front door. We're sharing our best advice, and, honestly, it will be helpful whether this is your first date or your fiftieth. Pretend we are sitting on the floor of your bathroom with you while you are getting ready. We'll share some helpful things to think about before your date! Adrienne Instagram Leah Instagram Kim/Podcast Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have...
2023-09-12
32 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Living in a Barbie World
#95: Recently, Kim celebrated her birthday and invited Adrienne and a few of her young friends to watch the Barbie movie with her. Afterward, while processing some of the messages in the movie, they decided to make it a podcast episode! We're not here to tell you whether you should go see the Barbie movie or not. Our intent is to process some of the messages the movie had with what we know of God's Word. Though it was extreme satire and meant to be a comedy, a message is still a message.
2023-08-22
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Getting Guys to Step up and Lead
#93: Welcome back to Part 2 of Kim's discussion with her husband, Sean, about men and Biblical leadership. They had so much to talk about that their initial recording went pretty long. Instead of editing parts out, we decided to divide it into two episodes. Last week, Kim and Sean talked about what the Bible means when it says that the husband is to lead a family, and they started talking about what that looks like practically. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and give a listen to Episode #92. ...
2023-05-09
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
What It’s Like for a Godly Guy to Lead
#92: One of the most common complaints we hear from young women is, “Why don’t guys take more initiative in relationships?” In fact, the most listened-to episode on our podcast, hands-down, is our first episode, “Where Are All of the Good Guys?” Whether it is simply asking a girl out or providing communication and clarity in a relationship, many guys won’t step up and take the lead. Why is that? In today’s episode, we’re talking about men and Biblical leadership. Kim and her husband have an honest conversation about what it is like for a h...
2023-05-02
29 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
"I Don't Want to Make My Husband a Sandwich"
#88: Does God want husbands to boss their wives around to make sandwiches for them? Is that what submission means? Why does God care about submission in marriage? What does submission look like? How do women submit to their husbands in marriage? If submission is so important in marriage, are we supposed to be submissive while single? What if a wife has a stronger personality than the man she marries? How does submission work then? What if a wife disagrees with a decision her husband makes...
2023-03-28
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Enjoying God
#86: Would those around you say that you enjoy God? How can a person enjoy God in all the ups and downs in life? In this episode, Kim is going to share her best tips to help us enjoy our relationship with God this year!! Shout out to Bill Bright of Campus Crusade for the "Because God is..." idea mentioned in this episode! If you are interested in a bookmark, please venmo $2 to @Kim-Vollendorf and then send your address to Kim via email or insta. Kim’s Instagram Kim's email Adrienne’s Instagram Leah’s Instagra...
2023-03-14
32 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Plan to Win
#79: Are you ready to make 2023 your best year yet? We are too! It all begins with one important skill: Planning! Our guest today is Alex McCraney, creator of the Pattern Planner. She’ll be sharing her 3 expert tips for how to plan your life well in 2023 Let’s jump into it! Alex’s Instagram Get Alex’s Planner Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book Learn more about StuMo
2023-01-25
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Relationship Q&A (Season 4 Finale)
#78: That’s a wrap on Season 4 of Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One! For our last episode of the season, we’re answering questions like: “Were you scared to show your body & have sex once you got married?” ... “How do you approach conflict with your boyfriend?” ... “What emotional boundaries do I need to keep with my guy friends?” ... and more! We're here for it all & we’re glad you’re here too! See you in January! Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book
2022-12-13
46 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Single With a Sex Drive
#77: This might be our spiciest episode yet, because we’re talking about being single... with a sex drive! Why did God give us sexual desires in singleness if he doesn’t want us to act on them? How are we supposed to view our sexuality as a good thing, but pursue purity at the same time? When does a sexual urge become sin? Joy Skarka is here to answer all of our spicy questions! Joy’s Instagram AuthenticIntimacy.com Sex and the Single Girl book Clearplay movie filter VidAngel movie filter Note: If you use this l...
2022-12-06
41 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Am I Throwing Away My Degree to Be a Stay at Home Mom?
#76: In this episode, Adrienne’s friend Allison is going to share her story. She set aside her law degree and her job as an attorney to stay at home and raise her new baby girl. Some might say she “threw away” her degree and her career. Was this always something she wanted to do? Find out more in our discussion! Allison’s Instagram Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book Learn more about StuMo Related episodes: #58 Should Women Just Stay at Home? #58 Bonus Audio #9...
2022-11-30
43 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Designer Insider Tips
#75: When Kim was single, she looked forward to having a wedding shower one day so she could make a home. As the years went by and no man came, there was no shower. Her home was always an eclectic assortment of what her parents passed on and what she and her roommates could pool together. Kim hit the jackpot, however, when Jill moved in as a roommate. Jill was an interior design major. She didn’t have lots of money or fancy things either, but she transformed their quirky little apartment into a cozy, appealing home that th...
2022-11-22
43 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Prepped for the Holidays
#74: The Holidays can be a complicated season to navigate, especially as a single woman. Whether it’s a conversation topic we want to bring up ... or a conversation we’d rather avoid at all costs ... we all need help getting prepped to go home for the holidays! Today our guest is Ryan O’Sullivan, and she’s going to be giving us 3 seasoned tips on how to prepare to spend time at home this holiday season. Ryan’s Instagram Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book Learn more about StuMo
2022-11-15
43 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Prepped for the Holidays
#74: The Holidays can be a complicated season to navigate, especially as a single woman. Whether it’s a conversation topic we want to bring up ... or a conversation we’d rather avoid at all costs ... we all need help getting prepped to go home for the holidays! Today our guest is Ryan O’Sullivan, and she’s going to be giving us 3 seasoned tips on how to prepare to spend time at home this holiday season. Ryan’s Instagram Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book Learn more about StuMo
2022-11-15
43 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Single Ladies (ft. Carrie)
#73: Are you thriving in your singleness? Or just surviving? Maybe it depends on the day. Well, we are passionate about helping you thrive in your single years, so we brought on Carrie Quirk! Carrie is living a purposeful and fun life as an older single woman, and we think you’ll be inspired by her. Join us as Carrie and Leah share the lessons they’ve learned and their biggest tips for how to not just survive, but thrive in your single years! Carrie’s Instagram Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Ev...
2022-11-08
40 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Self-Care
#72: Self-care is a hot topic these days. Is it a good thing? Is it wrong? How do we navigate self-care as aspiring godly women? Adrienne has looked into this self-care phenomenon, and she believes there is a way to approach self-care in a self-less way. We’re discussing it on this episode. You’ll learn about establishing everyday rhythms to better care for yourself and others so that you can glorify God with your life! You’ll also learn how to care for yourself spiritually, physically, mentally, and personally so that you can steward what God ha...
2022-11-01
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Why Waiting Was Worth It
#71: We don’t like waiting. Whether it’s waiting in line or waiting for Mr. Right to come into our lives, waiting is difficult. We know a lot of you are waiting! We want to encourage you in your waiting season, and that’s why we brought on Cat Coyle and her fiance Jeremy Leach! If you’re a single woman needing advice on how to wait well in your singleness, you’re going to love this episode. Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book Cat’s Instagram Jeremy’s Instagram Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s...
2022-10-18
40 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Do Opposites Attract?
#70: We’ve heard that opposites attract… but do they?? Does marrying someone that’s different from you make marriage better, or worse? We’ve brought on Dave and Rhea Lana Riner, Leah’s parents, to answer this question! You won’t want to miss their story! Rhea Lana’s Instagram Learn more about StuMo Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book
2022-10-11
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
How Do I Know If He’s Legit?
#69: On today’s episode we are answering the question that our single AND dating audience is wondering: How do I know if a guy is legit? How does a girl know if a guy is a believer in Christ and, even more than that, if a guy is a spiritual leader? We brought on Sean Vollendorf, Kim’s husband. He’s the person we can ask all our guy questions to. Whether you’re a young believer trying to discern if the guy you’re dating is on the same page as you spiritually, or you’re a y...
2022-10-04
42 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Processing Your Hurts
#68: No one goes through life without experiencing some hurt. Do you know how to process these hurts in a healthy way? When you feel hurt, do you implode or explode? Sometimes it’s tempting to let the little hurts slide, but that’s not healthy either. In this episode, Kim is teaching a skill that’s important for single women to know: processing hurts in life. The ability to handle the hurts you feel will greatly impact the quality of your single years and your marriage later. Whether you are dealing with deep hurts or little hurts, you’ll...
2022-09-27
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
What if He’s Younger Than Me?
#67: Are you impressed by a guy that’s younger than you? Deven can relate! In this episode, Deven tells the story of how she loved her husband before she even had one. As a bonus, her husband Easton is joining in on the conversation too! We're going to find out about how they met, how Easton got the courage to ask Deven out, and what Deven thought when this younger guy started pursuing her. You won’t want to miss their story! Deven’s Instagram Easton’s Instagram Adrienne’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Befor...
2022-09-20
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Four Reasons Why He’s Not Asking You Out
#66: Have you ever spent time with a guy and noticed a connection and some chemistry, but then you were really puzzled why he never called or did anything about it? In this episode, Kim shares four reasons why he may not calling to ask you out. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book Adrienne’s instagram Leah’s instagram Kim’s instagram
2022-09-14
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Inside the Home of an Aspiring Good Guy (Blake)
#65: Being around good, godly men can change the way we view guys and relationships. Getting to know godly men can change our standards as young women. We begin to think: “I want a guy like that!” We want you to know that good guys are out there. In this episode, our friend Blake shares about his passion for hospitality and gives practical tips to begin practicing hospitality in your season of life! Blake’s Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book Adrienne’s Instagram Leah’s Instagram Kim’s Instagram Similar episodes: #26 In...
2022-09-07
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Should I Join a Bible Study?
#64: Are you thinking about joining a bible study? Not sure if it’s worth your time or if you even have time? Heather can relate! Listen to her experience of how bible study is definitely worth it and how it will transform you in ways nothing else will. We think you’ll walk away excited to be in a bible study this fall! And, for those who are taking steps to lead a bible study, you’ll love hearing how Heather and Kim met. When God is involved, you just never know how He will use your effort...
2022-08-30
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Is Your Crush Out of Control?
#62: Do you have a crush? Crushes are a normal part of the single girl life, but they can also be really hard to manage! Is it right or wrong to have a crush? Is your crush healthy or unhealthy? How do we handle crushes as aspiring godly women? Welcome Leah, our newest addition to the podcast team, as we discuss all things crushes! Keep up with Leah, Adrienne & Kim Leah's episode: I Want to Look Good. Is That Okay? Leah's episode: How Insecure Are You? Adrienne & her husband's episode Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book
2022-08-16
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Where Do You Go When Life Falls Apart?
#61: Kim Eppler has served faithfully on the podcast team for the past two seasons, and in season 2 she shared her incredible love story about flying to Tokyo for their first date. We asked her to get back on the mic this week for her farewell episode before she launches out into her next chapter of life. In this episode, she opens up about facing her biggest trial. Where should we run when we face life-altering news? Can the Bible offer lasting comfort when we experience overwhelming grief? How can we trust in God's good...
2022-05-30
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Madison Loved Her Husband Before She Even Had One
#60: Years ago, before it was a book or podcast, "Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One" was a breakout session at a student conference. Madison, our guest on this episode, was there at that first breakout. As a single woman, she began taking steps to love her future husband. Now, as a married woman and new mom, she shares some of the choices she's glad she made as a single woman. You'll love hearing the story of how God brought her and her husband together, and you'll be motivated to take steps to love your future husband! Ke...
2022-05-23
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Do You Have a Spiritual Mentor?
#59: Do you have a spiritual mentor? Do you desire to have one? Would you like to be one someday? Spiritual mentoring can make a huge difference in our lives because life change happens most within our relationships with others. In this episode, Kim and Adrienne talk with one of Kim's personal mentors, Trish Carruth. Hear from personal experience what spiritual mentoring is like and get practical tips on how to find a spiritual mentor and be one someday. Follow Kim and Adrienne on Instagram! Read the book that inspired the podcast.
2022-05-16
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Should Women Just Stay at Home?
#58: Why does God tell women to be "busy at home" in Titus 2:4-5? Does God want me to stay at home all day? Isn't that idea out of date? Even offensive? Does it apply to single women too? What does it mean for me? If these are questions you've asked before, we think you'll enjoy this episode. We're honored to have Dr. Heather Walker join us on the podcast this week! She is a wife, mom, Bible teacher, and Chemical Engineering professor who greatly values being a keeper of her home. We had so much t...
2022-05-10
35 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Sexuality & Shame
#56: What does it look like to have a healthy view of your sexuality as a single person? Why did God give us sexual desires? Is sexual desire the same as lust? Who has the responsibility to maintain purity in a relationship? Charlie and Heidi Loften join us this week to discuss these significant questions. If you have experienced shame from your sexuality, or if you want a biblical view of these topics, you won’t want to miss this episode! Follow Heidi, Adrienne, and Kim on Instagram. If you like the podcast, please share it wi...
2022-04-25
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Expectations, Entitlement, and Eternal Perspective
#55: Often we envision what our lives will be like, and we start creating expectations in our minds and hearts. We start forming a timeline in our heads of how our career, marriage, and family will play out. As followers of Christ, we feel that if we follow God and live an obedient life, things will go as expected. But, what if our lives are different than we planned? What if God gives us unexpected things? Hard things? How do we wrestle with that? Our guest in this episode is one of Kim's spiritual heroes, Gayle Clark. Gayle...
2022-04-18
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
The Best News Ever
#54: Have you ever wondered what Easter really means, or what it has to do with your life? Easter is around the corner, and it means a lot more than bunnies and baskets! In this episode, Logan joins us for a discussion on the Good News that Easter brings. It has life-changing power for today and for our future. Whether you've been a Christian for years or you're just exploring your faith, this episode is guaranteed to spur you on toward knowing and loving Jesus better. If you like the podcast, please share it with a f...
2022-04-11
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Contentment: Thriving in Your Thought Life
#53: Does your life look different than you have planned? Do you often compare your life to others? The contentment battle is won or lost in your mind. If you can win this battle now, you will thrive as a single woman (and later as a married one!). Today, our guest is Jena. She's a single woman who has been a bridesmaid in sixteen weddings. Jena has a lot of seasoned wisdom to offer, and in the episode, she is sharing six practical tips that have helped her. These tips will help you flourish and embrace exactly where God h...
2022-04-04
28 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Holy, Hot, and Willing to Live in a Hut
#52: Finding it hard to meet someone? What if you needed to find someone who wanted to be a tribal missionary? In this episode, we are talking with Sean and Jinny Richards. They live and work among a tribal group on a remote island in Papua New Guinea. As a young man, Sean began looking for a woman who was "holy, hot, and willing to live in a hut." You'll learn more about their love story and adventurous life, and you'll learn some great principles along the way for discovering your purpose in life, finding a mate, and trus...
2022-03-28
32 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
How Insecure Are You?
#51: Take Leah's diagnostic test and find out! Insecurity is a feeling many of us experience several times a week--if not every single day! Join us in our discussion with Leah as we share our own insecurities and how to deal with them. Listen in as we talk about the most common areas young women experience insecurity, how to identify when you feel insecure, and how to speak truth over our insecurities. You will walk away from this episode realizing that you are not alone in your insecurities and empowered to fight for true security in Christ. If y...
2022-03-21
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
One in TWO Million: RJ and Kim's Story
#50: What if God did something crazy and wonderful to introduce you to your spouse? After hearing RJ and Kim's story, you'll believe that He can do anything! Years ago, Kim had no idea that her mission trip to a city of two million people would set into motion a series of events that would bring her future husband to her doorstep. When God's involved, anything is possible! We hope their story will encourage you to trust and follow God wholeheartedly. Keep up with Adrienne and Kim on instagram and read the book that inspired the podcast. If you ar...
2022-03-14
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Alcohol: To Drink or Not To Drink
#49: This week we are talking about a super important topic: Alcohol. When it comes to alcohol, have you ever found yourself just feeling unsure what it really looks like to honor God in this area? Does God actually have anything to say on the subject: Is it okay? Is it wrong? Why? Or why not? Whether you are a recovering party girl or the girl who has never had a sip, this podcast is for you! Regardless of your age, this episode will help you evaluate your current relationship with alcohol and navigate if any adjustments need...
2022-03-07
42 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
What Porn Doesn't Tell You
#48: Our culture encourages us to explore our sexuality through pornography and masturbation. We're told porn will "help" our future marriage as we discover what we enjoy sexually. But, what if that's not true? What if there are some important things that we aren't told about porn? Our guest this week is Joy Skarka. As a young woman, she experienced sexual trauma and turned to porn to process what happened. What began out of curiosity quickly became an addiction. Joy joins us to share her powerful story of healing and freedom, and she exposes the lies tha...
2022-02-28
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Inside the Mind of an Aspiring Good Guy (Tyler)
#47: Being around good, godly men can change the way we view guys and relationships. Getting to know godly men can change our standards as young women... We begin to think: "I want a guy like that!" We want you to know that good guys are out there. We want you to know what they're like and what kind of girl they're looking for. In this episode, our friend Tyler opens up and shares with us about what it's like to be an aspiring good guy. We know you'll enjoy listening to this conversation! L...
2022-02-21
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Crushing Your Health & Fitness Goals
#44: A special note about this episode... Every person and body is different. For example, Kim has had rheumatoid arthritis for over 20 years, and it has made most fitness plans a challenge! Just as she did her own research, talked with her doctor, and found a trainer to work with her unique needs, we hope that you will do your own research, consult your doctor, and find a fitness coach who will give you the best information for your body and unique needs. We live in a world that can often cause women to view their...
2022-01-31
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Making Time For God
#43: Our relationship with God is our most important relationship. Our relationship with God will impact all of our other relationships. If we are going to grow closer to God, we need to spend time with Him each day in the Bible and in prayer. This time is often called a "Quiet Time" or "Morning Devotions." Have you ever struggled getting one started or staying motivated to continue? If so, you'll appreciate our discussion today with Charlotte. We are talking all about establishing and maintaining time alone with God. Charlotte's Instagram Adrienne's Instagram Kim's In...
2022-01-24
41 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Live From SMC 2022
#42: Recorded live from the 2022 Student Mobilization Conference (SMC) in Dallas, Texas. Adrienne's Instagram Kim's Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book
2022-01-17
40 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Relationships Q&A
#41: We’re mixing things up a bit this week with a little Q&A! We cover several of your most common questions from: How far is too far? When should you talk about your sexual past with your significant other? Should I hang out with my guy friend alone? And so much more! Don't miss it! Adrienne's Instagram Kim Eppler's Instagram Kim Vollendorf's Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book
2021-12-06
35 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Making This Your Best Christmas Yet
#40: The Christmas countdown is on, and our guest this week LOVES Christmas! She knows how to make it special whether she has a man or not. Cat joins us on this episode to share her insights and best tips for making this your best Christmas yet! Cat's Instagram She Reads Truth advent study The Star of Bethlehem video The Nativity Story movie Adrienne's Instagram Kim's Instagram Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Book
2021-11-29
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Forgiving Their Kidnappers
#39: A question many of us seek to answer is: How can God still be good when the unthinkable happens? Meagan, our guest this week, opens up about a horrifying experience she & her husband Alex thought would never happen to them. Their home was tragically broken into, they were held at gun point, robbed & kidnapped. If anyone is equipped to answer the question of God’s goodness, it's Meagan. Listen to this week’s podcast to hear what was going through her mind during that night, how God brought comfort in the midst, and how the gospel of Jesus...
2021-11-22
47 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
He Flew Her to Tokyo for Their First Date
#38: Have you ever had a difficult time trusting God’s timing? Have you ever wanted something so badly but God said “no”? Our guests today, Kim and Matt Eppler know those feelings all too well. They are joining us on the podcast to share all the juicy details about their love story and spoiler alert: It beats any Hallmark movie hands-down. It’s an incredible story of trusting God and waiting on His best timing. it is one that only God could have written and we know you'll be inspired to trust God in whatever season you are in. We...
2021-11-15
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
The Social Media Struggle is Real
#37: Does spending time on social media often leave you feeling worse about yourself? No one can deny that social media has completely transformed the the world we live in. Nearly all of us use social media from one degree to another, and we all fight the pressure to find our worth in likes and comments. How do we not compare ourselves to others? Is there a way to use social media in a healthy way? Listen in as Mckenna gets vulnerable and shares about her relationship with social media. She opens up about the struggles s...
2021-11-08
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Loving Your Husband WHEN You Have One
#36: Many women feel lost in their marriages. They don't know what to do with their disappointment, when to ask for help, or what it looks like to let go of the need to control. Yet, God has given women incredible power in marriage—but they have to learn how to use it. Our guest this week is Dr. Juli Slattery. She is a clinical psychologist, author, speaker and broadcast media professional with over twenty-five years of experience counseling, discipling, and teaching women. She's the president and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy, a unique teaching ministry devoted to teaching on G...
2021-10-31
34 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Single With No Prospects
#35: It's hard to admit that we struggle with contentment, but the reality is that it is something we all struggle with. Whether it's our relationship status, our job, our looks, or just wanting that new sweater, there's always something we feel we must have to be content. Our guest today has a lot to share on the topic. Want to know why? She's a single girl in her early twenties serving as a missionary in Tokyo, Japan. Not only that, everyone else she works alongside is married. Abby knows firsthand what it is like to b...
2021-10-25
42 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
More Than the American Dream
#34: Tiffany's parents immigrated to the US from Vietnam to pursue the "American Dream." During her college years, Tiffany found herself craving more than the American Dream had to offer. Her pursuit led her to real purpose, and it changed everything about her life. Today, Tiffany works as a cardiac nurse, teaches first year nursing students, and attends grad school. However, she says her main priorities in life are to help others start a relationship with Christ and to help younger women grow in their faith. Tiffany challenges us to live for more than just the...
2021-10-18
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Thriving Single (Kathy's Insights)
#33: In this episode, we have a special friend we'd like you to meet who has an amazing story to tell. If you have been struggling in your prayer life, you'll be motivated to pray. If you have been struggling as a single woman, you'll walk away encouraged. If you desire to live a life of significance and purpose, you'll be inspired to make a difference where you are. We know Kathy Reed's story will give you chills, and we are excited to share it with you! Adrienne's Instagram Kim's...
2021-10-11
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Why Is It So Hard to Not Gossip??
#32: Sam Nicolay joins us to discuss a juicy topic: gossip. We are all familiar with gossip, and many of us have been on both the giving and receiving end of gossip. We know gossip hurts others, so why do we do it? It can be tempting to spill the tea, but the truth is gossip negatively impacts every area of our lives. It hurts others, and it damages our character and our witness for Christ. Today we will define what gossip is, why we gossip, and share practical tips on how to fight the temptation...
2021-10-04
42 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
No One Is Too Broken for God
#31: Anxiety and depression are plaguing our world, leaving us more lonely and isolated than ever before. This is a road many of us are walking through but often feel unsure how to navigate. Adrienne’s old roommate and best friend, Hallie, joins us on this episode. Hallie knows first hand that life can be really hard, and she has taken some hits from difficult circumstances throughout her life. Listen in as Hallie shares how she worked through the anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, and depression she has experienced and the genuine hope and healing she has found in the midst of...
2021-09-27
29 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
#30: In a perfect world, we wouldn't have any breakups. As it is, breakups are a reality that many of us have walked through. Breakups can be heart-breaking and confusing. How do you know when you need to break up? What's the best way to break up? What about life after a break up — how to move forward and heal? Sam Coyle joins us in this episode to discuss breakups. She not only survived a broken engagement, but she began to thrive afterwards. Sam shares with us some insights she has learned along the way! ...
2021-09-20
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
When the Hard Choice is the Right Choice
#29: Do you fInd it hard to trust God? Are you facing a difficult choice as you follow Christ? Alex faced one. When she put her faith in Christ she was living with her boyfriend. What would she do? How would it work out? Alex’s story will encourage you to trust God and follow Him through difficult decisions whatever season of life you are in! Alex's Instagram Arkansas FCA Instagram Adrienne's Instagram Kim's Instagram Kim's Book
2021-09-13
33 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Setting Boundaries in Dating
#28: God's word is clear that as followers of Christ we need to avoid sexual immorality and guard our hearts, but we often struggle with the specifics of what it should look like in a dating relationship. How do you navigate getting closer to someone physically, emotionally, and spiritually without going too far? What if you’ve already gone too far? Does every breakup need to end in heartbreak? Setting boundaries will help you answer these questions and navigate these challenges, but how does a girl do that? We've received a few questions/requests from our listeners about settin...
2021-09-06
40 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Will Hookups Help Your Marriage?
#27: Hookups are everywhere around us. Culture tells us hookups are no big deal. Culture says that hooking up and getting sexual experience before marriage will help create stronger marriages down the road. But what if that’s not true? Val, our guest this week, knows first hand about the impact of hookups. She has experienced them, she has observed their outcome on others, and she is well-read on the topic. She joins Kim and Adrienne as they discuss and expose the article, "3 Ways Hook-up Culture Can Create Stronger Marriages Down the Road." We'll help provide hones...
2021-08-30
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Inside the Mind of an Aspiring Good Guy (Logan)
#26: Logan, our very own podcast producer, joins us on this episode. We're excited for you to get to know the guy behind this podcast! In Logan’s words, he hasn't always been a good guy, but he's aspiring to be one now. He opens up and gives us a sneak peek into the heart and mind of an aspiring good guy, giving his insight on these questions and more: What does it mean to be a good guy? Why did he want to start this podcast? What is it like for a guy to pursue a rela...
2021-08-23
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Tips for Being the New Girl
#25: Have you ever been the new girl? Many young women are heading off to college and will experience being the “new girl” for the first time. We've been there, and we know that it can often feel both exciting and intimidating. We're here to help! Sarah is our guest on this week's episode. She is full of joy and laughter and becomes fast friends with anyone she meets. She is from Kansas City, went to college at Oklahoma State, and she now works with college students at Colorado State. She's moved around a lot, and she knows what it...
2021-08-16
30 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Going Through Sorority Recruitment (5 Insider Tips)
#24: In this episode, we're talking about sorority recruitment. Going through the recruitment process can be a bit intimidating and a little overwhelming, but it can also be a really exciting and memorable experience. We've invited best friends Makayla and Jacqueline, recent sorority grads from Colorado State, to share their best tips on navigating this process! This episode is part of our series to show some love to our youngest listeners. Our podcast is about helping young women make good choices now that can impact them later in life. The college years are an impressionable and important season, and...
2021-08-12
36 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Home Sweet Home
#23: Moving away from home and creating your own living space can be a fun experience. Whether you are moving into a dorm, an apartment, or a house, it's a chance to express what you love and enjoy. Wouldn't it be awesome if we could do what we wanted without thinking of money or others' preferences? Usually, that's not the case. Often we are making these decisions with a roommate or spouse, and they have their ideas too. How do you make a place you both love and enjoy? Laura Williams, co-owner of Homestead Collective, joins us...
2021-07-12
35 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Ready For College?
#22: Going off to college is a huge step in life. The choices you make during your first year can shape your future in many ways. Because this is a podcast about making good choices to thrive in life and relationships, we are taking a few episodes this summer to show some love to our youngest listeners. We want to help them be ready for the choices they'll face. Austin Gentry is author of the book 10 Things Every Christian Should Know for College. In this episode he talks with Kim and Adrienne about how to handle doubt, how to form ...
2021-07-06
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Thriving Single (Kaitlyn’s Insights)
#21: When Kim was single, she longed for single women role models. Because of that, it’s important for her to provide those for you! In this episode we talk with Kaitlyn. She’s in her 30s, living in Houston, and working as a flight attendant. As a single woman, Kaitlyn has some great insights about being single! So, if you're wondering if you are normal in your feelings and struggles while single, you’ll be encouraged and cheered on to live your best life. And, if you are married, you’ll get an insider’s look at how you ca...
2021-06-28
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
God, Are You Listening?
#20: She loved her husband before she even had one. This is Megan’s story. Do you wonder if you should pray for a husband? Have you ever felt discouraged praying? Are you concerned that your prayers are even making a difference? If these questions resonate with you, you’ll enjoy our discussion with Megan about prayer. She is very open about her own ups and downs with prayer, and you’ll be encouraged by the role prayer played in her life and story! You can read about her on page 149 in my book! ...
2021-06-22
35 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
How Do I Know if He’s the One?
#19: At what point do you know you’ve found your soulmate? Is it the first time you make eye contact with each other, or is it after you’ve been dating for a few months? How do you know if this person is “the one”? What are some qualities they need to have? If you have wondered about any of these questions, this podcast is for you. Our friend Alex joins us in our discussion today. Alex began dating Cleveland right before the world went into quarantine in 2020. They got engaged this spring, and they are getti...
2021-06-14
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Want a Sneak Peek Into Marriage?
#18: This week we are talking about having realistic expectations for marriage and family. It's easy to create expectations about what our future will look like, but if you enter marriage with unrealistic expectations, it can cause problems later on. Our friend Sarah joins us in the discussion. Sarah has a great marriage, and she is a proud minivan mom of four. You'll enjoy this real peek into what it's like to be married, and you'll walk away with some insights on building realistic expectations! Sarah's Instagram The Meaning of Marriage, by Tim Keller Kim's Instagram Ad...
2021-06-07
44 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Thriving Single (Rachel's Insights)
#17: When Kim was single, she craved time with other single women who "got" her and understood her life. If you are wanting that as well, this week's podcast is here for you! Our guest is Rachel Leigh, and as a single woman, she gets where you are coming from. She wants you to know that you are not alone! Rachel is co-host of the popular podcast "The Problem with Perfect" where she and her mentor Robin have meaningful, cross-generational conversations that will leave you uplifted and encouraged about a future freed from the problem with perfect.
2021-06-01
37 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Do You Love a Good Read?
#16: It’s summer time, and it’s a perfect time to grab a good book! Whether you are a natural reader (Kim) or not (Adrienne), you’ll enjoy this conversation we had with Jordan Sears. She read 107 books during 2020, and she has LOTS of inspiration to help you discover your favorite book this summer. . Get Jordan’s Summer Reading Guide at www.jordantailored.com Follow her on instagram @jordantailored Check out the "Read Out" Podcast: linktr.ee/readout/ Follow her mom’s calligraphy instagram @artandsoular
2021-05-24
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Should I See a Counselor?
#13: Have you ever asked that question? We have, for sure! It's no secret that many of us are experiencing increased levels of stress and anxiety. So whether it is stress from finals, relationships, grief, loss, or depression, counseling may be a place where we can move toward personal recovery. When we are healthy emotionally, it helps our relationships be healthy too. In this episode, we welcome our guest Katelyn Eddleman from Ft. Worth Counseling and Intervention to help us answer this question and discuss this important topic. Katelyn's email: keddleman@fw...
2021-05-03
32 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Will a Husband Meet All My Needs?
#12: We often long for a relationship hoping it will meet our deepest needs for love and intimacy, but is it really possible? Julia Robinson joins us on this week's podcast to share some vulnerable insights from her 45-year happy, rock-solid marriage. Julia has also been studying and teaching the Bible to women for decades, and she brings tried and true wisdom into our discussion. She's been a friend and a mentor of Kim's for 36 years, and Kim is excited to bring you into their friendship! Julia's Instagram: @juliacrobinson See @si...
2021-04-19
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Let's Talk Money
#9: It may not seem like a fun topic, but learning to manage your money will be a game-changer for your future! In this episode, Deb, a financial coach with 25 years of experience, discusses money with us. She shares some wise advice that will help you thrive financially as a single woman and will set you up for a better marriage later! Kim and Sean actually met with Deb and her husband to talk finances before they married, and there's a funny story you'll get to hear about! We actually had so much to talk about th...
2021-03-29
40 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
"I'm Only Looking"
#8: Porn is a bigger problem than our culture lets on. Contrary to common thought, marriage won't fix a porn problem. In fact, if you or your spouse enter marriage with a porn addiction, you are 2-3 times more likely to divorce in the next two years than a married couple without a porn habit. How do you know if you're addicted to porn? Should you ask someone you're dating if they struggle with pornography? What are the next steps to take if you are struggling in this area? In this episode, we talk with Ted and...
2021-03-22
34 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
I Didn't Expect to Be a Widow at 27
#7: What if you married the love of your life only to discover that your days together were numbered? It's a fear many have, but when you hear Carrie's story and how God took care of her, your heart and faith will be encouraged to trust God even in the middle of life's nightmares. Carrie is a hero in the faith, and we can't wait for you to hear her story. Carrie's Instagram: @carrie_moser_ Kim's Instagram: @sixonesis Adrienne's Instagram: @adriennemathews_
2021-03-15
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
What Should I Share, and When?
#6: You and the person you marry will both have things in your past that will affect your marriage. Whether it is an emotional wound, sexual history, debt, insecurities, or trauma, our past experiences affect our current relationships. Maybe you are spending time with someone and wondering when you should start discussing issues of the past. Or perhaps you are in healing season and wonder when you'll be ready for a relationship. In this episode, we have a conversation with Jessica Clarke, who is engaged to Ben Higgins of Bachelor fame. Join us as we talk about some hard things an...
2021-03-08
39 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
When Things Turn Out Different Than You Planned
#5: Kennedy is a planner. Maybe you are too. She made plans about her career and life post-college. After graduation, none of those plans happened as expected. However, she is finding joy and purpose in what God has planned for her! If you are struggling with a different plan than you were hoping for, our discussion with Kennedy will encourage you in your journey. Follow Kim & Adrienne: @sixonesis @adriennemathews_ Follow Kennedy: @ken_i_get_a_witness
2021-03-01
32 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Having Sex Before Marriage Is No Big Deal, Right?
#4: Gracen prayed and wrote in her journal, "I can't do it anymore. I can't be silent. I have to talk about the potential effects that sexual sin could have on your marriage one day. I have to teach younger women. I have to let them know because of my own personal experience." It takes a unique woman (and a unique husband) to open up about this topic, and Gracen shares insights other married women are hesitant to share. If you regret the sexual decisions you've made, if you find it difficult to maintain sexual integrity, or if you just need...
2021-02-22
30 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
I Want to Look Good. Is That Okay?
#3: The Bible says that God values inner beauty. So, how are we supposed to handle external beauty? Can I pluck my eyebrows? Is Botox ok? Should I get a nose job? Where's the line? How much is too much? If you have had these questions, join us as we discuss all things beauty with our friend, Leah. Follow Kim & Adrienne: @sixonesis @adriennemathews_ Follow Leah: @omg.the.real.lc
2021-02-15
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Is it Love-if, Love-Because, or Love-Regardless?
#2: When you know what true love is, it will help you recognize "love-if" & "love-because" & protect you from getting sucked into a fake love that is all feelings & no commitment. Learning about true love in a college Bible Study changed Kim's trajectory in life. Listen in as special guest Steve Shadrach, who led that college Bible study decades ago, shares insights into what true love really looks like! Follow Kim & Adrienne: @sixonesis @adriennemathews_ Follow Steve: @steveshadrach @campusministrytoday Subscribe: https://campusministry.org...
2021-02-08
38 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Where Are All of the Good Guys?
#1: Kim's husband Sean joins in on the conversation today. Sean spends his time mentoring young men, and he is the host of "The Endangered Species" podcast designed to get the noble, godly man off the endangered species list. Sean provides a noble man's perspective on some important questions: Where can a girl find a good guy these days? Why don't guys ask girls out much anymore? Are there ways a girl can let a guy know she's interested? Is it ok for a girl to ask a guy out? Follow Kim & Adrienne: ...
2021-02-01
42 min
Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One
Welcome to the Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One Podcast
An enjoyable, lasting marriage is rare. If you hope to have one someday, this podcast is for you. Based on her book, "Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One," Kim continues the discussion alongside her younger co-host Adrienne & their wise, insightful guests. Learn about choices you can make now to flourish during your single years & increase your odds for an enjoyable, lasting marriage later! Follow Kim & Adrienne: @sixonesis @adriennemathews_
2021-01-28
06 min