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Love By FaithDEFEATING DIVORCE: Why Do (Christian) Couples Get Divorced? | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #089Send us a textIn our new series, "Defeating Divorce," we start off by asking WHY Christian couples get divorced? We open the season’s toughest theme with honesty and hope, asking why Christian couples still end up divorced and how to push back with faith, rhythm, and practical tools. We share our no “D-word” rule, our hardest years, and a path to rebuild identity, intimacy, and unity.• loss of connection through selfish focus and unacknowledged effort• boredom and busyness replacing curiosity, play and purpose• missing spiritual foundation and misaligned expectations of leadership...
2025-12-0235 minLove By FaithTEMPTATION: How to Guard Your Marriage Against Temptation | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #088Send us a textIn our final episode of the Temptations series, we talk about how to guard our marriage against temptation. We unpack how temptation seeds itself in thoughts and desires, grows through secrecy and isolation, and fractures trust when left in the dark. We offer practical ways to confess early, involve church community, use Scripture as sword and shield, and remember the real enemy isn’t your spouse.• guarding mind and heart from early temptation• moving from look to secret and how it escalates• revenge, temptation, and the boomerang harm• shame and...
2025-11-2536 minLove By FaithTEMPTATION: Why Couples Are Tempted to Skip Church | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #087Send us a textWe confront the real reasons why couples are tempted to skip church and offer honest, practical ways to rebuild trust, rhythm, and community without pretending church is perfect. From burnout and offense to pride and preference, we point back to grace, ownership, and shared responsibility.• why church exists as a body, not an event• healthy vs emotionally unhealthy church cultures• who leads the family to church and why it’s shared• seasons of weakness and how to cover a spouse• offense, burnout, and serving from an empty cup...
2025-11-1837 minLove By FaithTEMPTATION: Tempted To Keep Secrets From Your Spouse | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #086Send us a textWe explore the temptation to keep secrets in marriage, the difference between confidentiality and secrecy, and why even “small” omissions can damage trust. We share practical ways to disclose hard truths with grace, plus boundaries that protect privacy without hiding from your spouse.• defining secrecy versus withholding versus confidentiality• holiday surprises and why patterns matter• common hidden areas like spending, drinking, and private chats• how secrecy triggers insecurity, past trauma, and mistrust• faith-based framing for unity and oneness• practical steps to disclose hard truths safely• guardrails for sur...
2025-11-1134 minLove By FaithTEMPTATION: Tempted To Look | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #085Send us a textWe open season three by naming a quiet truth: couples are tempted to look away... from each other and from God. We map where that drift starts, why it feels good in the moment, and how to turn attention back to covenant, accountability, and hope.• returning from break and finding a healthy rhythm• new monthly series focuses on temptation• defining “the temptation to look” beyond wandering eyes• women’s escapes through venting, wine, and gossip• safe counsel that points back to God and marriage• men’s visual triggers and...
2025-11-0436 minLove By FaithCreate Godly Marriages with Us | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina AlmodovarSend us a textPartner with us to create godly marriages! 🌱 Become a monthly supporter HERE:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2269478/supporters/new🎁 Give a one-time gift: https://cash.app/$LoveByFaithPodcastLove By Faith Season 3 starts November 4th! Support the showBECOME A GENEROUS SUPPORTER OF THIS PODCAST!🌱 One-Time Donation: CashApp: $LoveByFaithPodcast 🌱 Become a Monthly Supporter THANK YOU for following...
2025-10-2101 minLove By FaithSPECIAL Announcement!! Season 3 Is Coming! | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina AlmodovarSend us a textWe have a very SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT for you!The countdown is on, and we’re stepping back to the mic with a promise: Season 3 of Love by Faith lands on November 4th! And our first series of the new season is designed to spark honest, growth-focused conversations that couples actually want to have. We’ve been building behind the scenes for months—resting, refueling, and reshaping the way we serve you—so we can bring more clarity, more courage, and more practical help right where you live.We t...
2025-10-0702 minLove By FaithLEGACY: This is Our MINISTRY Legacy! (Season Finale!) | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #084Send us a textIn their final season two episode, Kyle and Selina explore what it means to create a lasting ministry legacy as a married couple. God calls us to more than just companionship in marriage—He invites us to build something meaningful together that impacts His kingdom.• The maximum reach in marriage is leaving a lasting ministry legacy that wouldn't be successful without both spouses• Finding your ministry calling requires identifying where God has shown up most powerfully in your lives• Our personal testimony of transformation through Christ becomes a foundat...
2025-08-0538 minLove By FaithLEGACY: Building Lasting Wealth (Beyond the 401(k)) | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #083Send us a textThis episode is about building a legacy of lasting financial wealth beyond the 401(k) plan. Kyle and Selina explore what it means to build a lasting financial legacy that extends beyond the accumulation of wealth to developing proper money mindsets for future generations. They explore practical ways couples can establish financial foundations that will benefit their children and communities.• Breaking generational financial curses through intentional money management• Teaching children financial literacy from an early age• Separating personal identity from financial status• Starting investment habits early, even with smal...
2025-07-2935 minLove By FaithLEGACY: Building a HEALTHY Future Together | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #082Send us a textIn this "legacy" episode, Kyle and Selina discuss building a strong and healthy future together. Kyle and Selina tackle the often overlooked topic of health legacy and its profound impact on marriage relationships, exploring how today's health choices shape dreams for a shared future.• Health legacy affects your marriage in both longevity and quality of the relationship• Gym workout experiences together can create unexpected conflicts when expectations aren't aligned• Mental health is as crucial to address as physical health—everyone should have at least one mental health checkup
2025-07-2236 minLove By FaithLEGACY: Creating Lasting Family Connections | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #081Send us a textCreating last family connections requires intentionally choosing how to navigate relationships with extended family while creating meaningful traditions that will shape your children's future. In this episode, Kyle and Selina share how to create a family legacy!• Create clear family boundaries early in marriage to establish your values and priorities• Have honest conversations with extended family about your boundaries and expectations• Be the bridge by making efforts to maintain family relationships despite differences• Show up early to family gatherings and leave before things get too wild• Create intentiona...
2025-07-0838 minLove By FaithLEGACY: Cultivating Real & Authentic Friendships | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #080Send us a textMaking and maintaining meaningful friendships takes intentionality, vulnerability, and divine guidance, especially as we journey through different life seasons where not everyone who starts with us remains.• True friendship isn't measured by transaction or reciprocity but is guided by the Holy Spirit for specific purposes• Building legacy friendships requires effort from both parties, becoming more challenging as responsibilities increase• Making friends begins with vulnerability – putting yourself out there despite potential rejection• Not everyone should be granted access to your inner circle; discernment is equally important• Our identity shouldn't be...
2025-07-0136 minLove By FaithANXIETY: Helping Your Partner Through Anxiety | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #079Send us a textKyle and Selina explore how partners can effectively support each other through anxiety by understanding different responses and creating practical strategies for mental wellness. They share personal experiences that illuminate the contrast between Kyle's tendency to push through anxiety and Selina's need for space and decompression.• Creating a "code word" to signal when anxiety is taking over• Acknowledging how partners can inadvertently trigger each other's anxiety• Providing regular self-care opportunities is essential for mental health• Establishing communication plans to prevent surprise triggers• Supporting a partner during panic attacks th...
2025-06-2445 minLove By FaithANXIETY: Fear vs. Control: Breaking the Cycle of Anxiety | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #078Send us a textAnxiety is born from fear and our desire to control situations beyond our reach. In this episode, we confront anxiety at its source-- fear vs. control-- and share about breaking the cycle of anxiety. We explore how anxiety impacts marriages, attacks individuals, and stems from feeling overwhelmed by life's uncertainties.• Anxiety fundamentally comes from fear – fear of outcomes, others' reactions, or lack of control• The "five-foot radius" concept helps identify what we can actually control versus what we cannot• Even strong Christians experience anxiety; having faith doesn't automatic...
2025-06-1735 minLove By FaithANXIETY: What Men and Women are Really Anxious About | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #077Send us a textAnxiety manifests differently for men and women, affecting relationships in unique ways that require understanding and patience. In this episode, Kyle and Selina talk openly about what men and women are REALLY anxious about!• Men often experience performance-based anxiety related to success, accomplishment, and providing• Image anxiety affects men significantly, from caring about yard appearance to comparing themselves with peers• Overcommitment and saying yes to everything can be a sign of building male anxiety• Women frequently describe anxiety as a "slime" that spreads and attaches to everything• Overstimul...
2025-06-1035 minLove By FaithANXIETY: When Anxiety Enters Your Marriage | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #076Send us a textKyle and Selina open up about their personal experiences with anxiety in marriage, sharing how it manifested differently for each of them and revealing the spiritual dimensions of anxiety attacks.• Anxiety often shows up during major life transitions like moving into a new home or changing cities• Selina experienced debilitating panic attacks that prevented her from functioning normally• Kyle internalized his anxiety, using it as motivation rather than letting it overwhelm him• Control issues frequently trigger anxiety when life doesn't go according to plan• Anxiety can be understood...
2025-06-0335 minLove By FaithSAY IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT: Creating a Communication Plan | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #075Send us a textCreating a communication plan requires understanding each other's preferences, timing, and needs to foster deeper connection and avoid common pitfalls that lead to frustration.• Weekly planning meetings to handle logistics and free up daily interactions for meaningful connection• Understanding women's hormonal cycles and how they impact communication needs• Learning when and how to approach men about important conversations• Color-coding calendars to distinguish personal time, couple time, and negotiable activities• Creating predetermined strategies for conflict resolution based on each person's preferences• Using physical touch or small gifts as peace off...
2025-05-2739 minLove By FaithSAY IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT: Navigating Communication Triggers & Pitfalls | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #074Send us a textKyle and Selina dive into the complex world of communication triggers & pitfalls, examining how fear, spiritual gaslighting, and misunderstandings create barriers in relationships. They share personal stories and practical insights to help couples navigate these challenges and build healthier communication patterns.• Exploring the gap between what's said and what's heard through the "doormat rug" story• Understanding how fear can cause partners to clam up or avoid important conversations• Recognizing when spiritual language is used to deflect from addressing real issues• Identifying triggers like crying, yelling, or shutting...
2025-05-2037 minLove By FaithSAY IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT: Going Deeper into Effective Communication | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #073Send us a textKyle and Selina explore going deeper into effective communication in their new series "Say It Like You Mean It," sharing personal examples of miscommunication and strategies to improve marriage dialogue.• Communication requires intentionality – couples can't assume understanding without explicit conversation• There's no such thing as over-communication; clarity prevents misunderstandings• The "What did I just say?" technique confirms messages are received correctly • Speaking directly and honestly builds trust when partners know it comes from love• Communication triggers like raised voices, cold shoulders, or crying can instantly derail conversations• Vulner...
2025-05-0631 minLove By FaithSPRING CLEANING: Raising Two Under Two | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #072Send us a textIn this episode, we share our experience of raising two under two! The parenting good, bad, and ugly when two young kids decide to have two young kids!We dive deep into one of our most challenging life seasons - having two children under the age of two and share what it was truly like, from sleep deprivation to finding personal identity amid constant demands.• The reality behind the advice to "have kids close together"• How having children 18 months apart strengthened our marriage through necessity• Setting realistic expect...
2025-04-2939 minLove By FaithSPRING CLEANING: Missing The Blessings in Front of Us | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #071Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss how couples are missing the blessings in front of us.Kyle and Selina explore how couples often overlook common blessings because they fixate on what they lack in their relationship.• Tendency to forget we once prayed for a spouse while now feeling desperate for the next best thing• Recognition that blessings exist throughout all seasons, whether high or low• How looking too much at the big picture makes us miss the small blessings for today• Marriage as clay that God shapes througho...
2025-04-2234 minLove By FaithSPRING CLEANING: When Self-Sabotage Holds Your Relationship Back | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #070Send us a textIn this episode, Kyle and Selina discuss when self-sabotage holds your relationship back and how to press into new blessings and higher milestones courageously. Kyle and Selina dive deep into the fears and insecurities that prevent couples from taking their relationships to the next level, exploring how self-sabotage manifests differently for men and women.• Fear of rejection often leads to overthinking and second-guessing good relationships• Women tend to project too far into the future, creating anxiety about making the "right" choice• Men typically resist change...
2025-04-1539 minLove By FaithSPRING CLEANING: The Unexpected Damage of Over-Criticizing | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #069Send us a textThis episode focuses on the unexpected damages of over-criticizing your partner!Our words can either build up or tear down our partners, and constant criticism can transform from constructive feedback into relationship poison that leaves lasting damage on both people and their marriage.• The issue isn't always about the specific complaint (like dishwashers or comforters) but what they represent—feeling disrespected or undervalued• Criticism often stems from our own insecurities and desire for control when we feel other areas of life are chaotic• Repeated criticism creates a fight-or...
2025-04-0842 minLove By FaithSPRING CLEANING: Friends of the Opposite Sex | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #068Send us a textNavigating relationships with friends of the opposite sex requires clear boundaries and intentional communication, especially after marriage.• Setting boundaries with opposite-sex friends becomes crucial when married or in a committed relationship• Including your spouse in all communications with opposite-sex friends builds trust and transparency• Some friendships naturally dissolve after marriage, revealing potential hidden intentions• Work "spouses" create dangerous emotional connections that should be reserved for your actual spouse• Group settings are preferable for personal conversations with opposite-sex friends• When someone is spiritually on fire for God, their attrac...
2025-04-0133 minLove By FaithSPRING BREAK : A Prayer for the Guys (BONUS "Mini-Sode"!) | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #067Send us a textWhat began as an attempted solo episode transforms when Kyle unexpectedly returns for his forgotten coffee, resulting in playful banter and a heartfelt prayer specifically for men in the audience.• Kyle takes over the show after returning for his coffee• Spontaneous prayer focused on men's spiritual needs and challenges• Prayer emphasizes God as "our sword and shield" in daily challenges• Special acknowledgment of men searching for purpose and direction• Reminder that God works behind the scenes in our lives• Brief announcement about new content coming in April
2025-03-2505 minLove By FaithSPRING BREAK : A Prayer for the Ladies (BONUS "Mini-Sode"!) | Love By Faith with Kyle & Selina Almodovar #066Send us a textWhen Kyle rushes off to work post-podcast, Selina turns the unexpected moment into a special bonus prayer session specifically for women listeners. She offers encouragement and spiritual guidance for wives and women in serious relationships.• The prayer focuses on communication challenges, finding rest in busy seasons, overcoming anxiety and fear• Selina specifically addresses wives seeking to strengthen their identity within marriage• She prays for women in serious dating relationships to have clarity about their relationship's future• Encouragement for women to have the boldness to address relationship problems lovingly
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