Marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com (Bryan And Alissa Filed, Jeff And Lisa Carter)

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Marriage UnfilteredEnneagram and Marriage Summer ep 3We will dig deeper into numbers 6, 7, and 8 since those numbers are represented by Bryan, Lisa and Jeff. Can you relate to anything we say about a number?We advise all who use the enneagram to use it as a tool to view through the lens of the Gospel. You can find arguments from all angles, so just pray about what God would ask of you when it comes to using any tool, symbol, teaching, book, etc.Loyal Guardian or loyalist (Phobic or counter phobic)Entertaining OptimistProtective ChallengerPeaceful MediatorResources found atwww.myenneagramcoach.com 2025-07-031h 03

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Enneagram and Marriage Summer ep 1Enneagram The Greek word Ennea means 9 and Gram means points. The picture we often see drawn out is a 9 pointed star as a visual way for us to see each type and their tendencies.References and resources: Relate Better Enneacast Podcast, Enneagram and Marriage Podcast with Christa Hardin, MA, Becoming Us by Your Enneagram Coach Beth McCord.Gut Triad: 8 - 9 - 1Heart: 2 - 3 - 4Head: 5 - 6 - 7@millionpodcastsNumber 40 married Couple PodcastNumber 96 in Christian Marriage Podcasts We can be r...2025-06-1958 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Conviction (corrected audio)John 15The Vine and the Branches“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. Every branch in me that does not produce fruit he removes, and he prunes every branch that produces fruit so that it will produce more fruit.What does it mean to you do "Abide"? What obedience is God calling you to right now?We would love to hear from you. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe...2025-05-151h 14

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ObedienceThe Israelites wandered in the desert because they never could FULLY obey. God tells us that He will be with us no matter what, but he also tells us to obey His Commands. What happens when we are not fully obedient to the things God commands of us? How does obedience to God apply to marriage? We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Ca...2025-04-171h 02

Marriage Unfilteredunfiltered Expectations and LiesWe get in trouble when our expectations are:Unknown-We may not be aware of the expectations we have, but we all have them. Even if we feel we do not, we have expectations about others having expectations.Unreasonable-Sometimes we feel we would like things a certain way, but just because that is what we expect doesn't mean, it is reasonable.Unexpressed-How can our spouse possibly know our expectations if we do not voice them. This week, the Fields and the Carters are both arguing and it all revolves about our expectations, c...2025-04-031h 27

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Fear"Faith over Fear" can be one of those sayings that tends to get watered down by people with good intentions. What the Bible says about fear and how to defeat it is more than faith. We spend some time detangling Valentines and judging those of you who claim to hate it. But then we get down to a conversation about fear. We hope to challenge you to be vulnerable first with God about what your fears are, then with your spouse. How we handle our mate's fears can greatly impact our intimacy with each other. ...2025-02-131h 09

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Pruning or PurgingThank you Amber for giving us the idea for this episode. The four of us sit down to discuss ways that we have had to purge in our lives because we did not recognize the need to keep pruning. John 15:1 - “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit."Philippians 3:12 - 114 "Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I p...2025-01-301h 09

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Control and CopingThis week we talked about a lot of things, as usual. But here are the sources for some of the specific things we mentioned."The Bible Recap" with Tara-Leigh Cobble. Go to this link to learn more. The Bible Recap"The Power to Change" by Craig Groeschel. Go to this link to learn more. The Power to ChangeLearn more about the movie "The Forge" The Forge MovieThe Quote from CS Lewis.From a letter to an American woman, 31.7.62I have a notion that, apart from...2025-01-0957 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Christmas and ContentmentWhere are you discontent? What is the remedy to discontentment? Join us as we talk about finding contentment in your marriage and in your life this Holiday season. We will also talk about where Christmas Romance movies are accurate and inaccurate when it comes to real life love stories.We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com Or on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_Podcast We hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2024-12-2053 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered 50/50 marriageBook: Swipe Right by Levi LuskoGiving 50/50 adapted from Brene Brown We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2024-11-211h 01

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Mental LoadMore about the miracle at Dunkirk:https://canonjjohn.com/2017/07/17/national-day-of-prayer-during-dunkirk-1940/More about Mental Load/Invisible Labor:https://susanhyatt.co/the-invisible-workload-of-women/https://therapybrands.com/blog/the-shift-that-never-ends-the-mental-load-of-invisible-work/https://www.spacestherapyla.com/blog/the-invisible-mental-load-the-unseen-weight-held-by-womenMore about communicating Expectations:Video from the ReEngage Curriculum by Watermark We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podc...2024-10-311h 26

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered PrioritiesWhen our priorities are out of order, we can see the results in all areas of our life. When we do not communicate priorities with our spouse, we can find ourselves at whits end in our marriage. This week, we talk about the ways our priorities get out of alignment and how that affects us. Scripture used this week:Matthew 6:33Ephesians 5:25Proverbs 22:6Make sure and like, subscribe and share!Email us and DM us to share what you like and would like more of. ...2024-10-171h 21

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Pride and HumilityPride: Puts self first Humility: Puts Spouse firstPhil. 2:3-4 "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Ecclesiastes 2:4-11The Emptiness of Possessions4 I increased my achievements. I built houses and planted vineyards for myself. 5 I made gardensand parks for myself and planted every kind of fruit tree in them. 6 I constructed reservoirs for myself from which to irrigate a grove of flourishing trees...2024-10-031h 22

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ChampionAre we tearing our spouse down? What does it look like to champion them? It is really hard to take a turn and choose to speak life into our spouse, but once you gain the courage, you will see God's blessing on your marriage.We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com Or on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_Podcast We hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2024-09-201h 04

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Real LoveWe hit it hard with this one. At the cost of offending others, we are to love. What does that look like. How does it affect our marriage when we love those who others deem unlovable? We dive in deep from the very beginning of season 4. SEASON 4?!?!?! How can that be? We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is n...2024-08-291h 13

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Changing your spouseWe have taken a little hayatis this summer, but we drop in to share something on our hearts and catch up a little. Can you even ever really change your spouse? What if we said you are focusing on the wrong person? We hope this episode will challenge you to focus on Jesus and trust him with your spouse. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by T...2024-07-111h 16

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered marriage inturuptionsThis episode reveals a lot about the things we are all learning about and how God is growing us. There are lots of things that come along as a distraction or even wrench in the works. Kids, In-laws or midlife crisis. As we enter our mid to late 40's what are we turning to to make us feel like our lives mean something? I know we are all over the map on this one, but we have all grown so much over our years of pressing into our calling and it is cool to hear in this episode. 2024-05-031h 07

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ShameShame is a nasty manipulator. Shame can destroy us, ruin our marriage and break apart our home. What a powerful episode this week! Share it with your friends! Share it on social media! Reach out to us if you would like to further the discussion about preventing and healing from shame. Jump out of that shame cycle through Christ's forgiveness and live a truly free life!EMDR= Eye Movement Desensitization and Reproccessing 1 Peter 1:5-8 We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_Po...2024-04-181h 20

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Conflict and communicationThe Fields and the Carters are never short on real life examples of what resolving conflict looks like. This week, we will share some powerful tools for communicating effectively and resolving conflict in a healthy way. Take lots of notes and share with your friends.Reach out and share your thoughts or requests for new topics.marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comInstagram @marriage_unfiltered _podcast We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you!...2024-04-041h 27

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Execpectation CommunicationDo you talk about expectations? What are the ways expectations lead to arguments?Expectations that go unmetExpectations that are not voicedExpectations That are unreasonableIt is amazing what a difference it makes just to have a conversation about expectations. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated w...2024-03-211h 11

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Sex week 4Let's wrap up our talk about sex! We talk this week talking about how we fight for intimacy in our marriage. What is okay in marital sex?We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com Or on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_Podcast We hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2024-02-2947 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Sex Week 3Have questions or comments? email us marrriageunfiltered@yahoo.comCheck us out on Instagram. Marriage Unfiltered PodcastTo see photos of Lisa in her "Thug mode" or photos of Bryans hostage Tape check out our latest post on Instagram. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2024-02-221h 12

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Sex Talk week 2We will dig into a couple questions from a romantic ice breaker card deck. Where did we learn about sex? What expectations for sex did we have going into marriage? As always, we get real and share what we have learned in this area. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX...2024-02-1538 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Sex Talk week 1We will kick this episode off with some of what we do best…real! We planned on recording about sex and one of our couples came to the mics with a real-life conflict that needed a referee. Once we talked through that, we kicked off this month with some talk about sex and its design. We hope you’ll join us for four straight weeks of intimacy in marriage. What the Church says, what society says, what the Bible says, what gets in the way and what makes it great. As always, we’re not experts…just sharing w...2024-02-0856 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered HolinessWe decided to spring board off of a comment Blake made on the last episode. What in your marriage are you viewing as something that is failing to make you happy, when really, it is designed to make you more holy?This discussion went way into the weeds as the Fields and the Carters work through some miscommunication, understanding each other's love languages and how we still get it wrong. BUT...we are learning and these things are causing us to grow. We hope you listen and see what really conversation and working through conflict a...2024-02-011h 20

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered MiscarriageEven when setting our expectations low, we can still get caught off guard by the unexpected. This conversation will cover the ups and downs and what Blake and Lexy have walked through and what they have learned. You will be blown away by the wisdom from this young couple! Colossians 1 Paul's conversation about the enemy attacking when the cause is great.Podcast about Miscarriage "The Joyful Mourning Podcast"Miscarriage Support Group Anthus Midlandemail us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comFollow us @MarriageUnfilteredPodcast on InstagramShare, Rate, and R...2024-01-181h 19

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered New StartTrying to make changes can be hard. The struggle to be your best you and have a better marriage can be real. The Carters and Fields sit down and just discuss our struggles with changing and improving. We also discuss how we react when things go awry. We love to hear your new ideas for topics! Please email us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com. Or DM us on Instagram @marriage_unfiltered_podcastIf you have an idea for what we should do if we hit 50,000 downloads by the end of 2024, email us or...2024-01-041h 05

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Christmas UnpluggedThis episode may or may not have anything helpful in it. We just sit down as friends and share our struggles and hurts. We talk about some very vulnerable things including marital sex. Take this as your warning.We always appreciate feedback, so if you have something you would like us to discuss, please email us! marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comCheck us out on Instagram @marriage_unfiltered_podcastHave a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at...2023-12-141h 13

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered manipulationOur story is messy, but it doesn't keep us from being used or receiving the blessing God has for us.Where do you turn when you feel unloved? What do you do when you feel you aren't getting what you deserve?We talk about Jacob and all the crazy ways he tried to manipulate his way into what he wanted. God Still Used Him!Gen 25-35Podcasts we reference:Elevation with Steven Furtick "The Blessing of Letting Go"Disrupted Faith Podcast "Jacob was Kinda Trash" 2023-12-071h 19

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered AdoptionJames 1:27According to the US Adoption Statistics:391,000 Children are in foster care. 114,000 foster care children are eligible for adoption.115,343 Children are adopted each year1 out of 25 families with children have adopted115,343 children are adopted each year58% of children spend 2-5 years in the foster care system11% spend over 5 years8 yrs is the average age of a child waiting in fosterREFERENCESAdministration for Children and Famlies, The Adoption Hatory Project, Department of Health S We can be reached at marriageunfiltered...2023-11-221h 18

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Unlikely WarriorJudges 6-7Do you trust God when He calls you to something that seems impossible? The Fields and the Carters chose to fight a battle for their marriages when it seemed impossible. What can we learn from the story of Gideon? When a battle is won, only God can receive the glory. He will make it known that it is only Him who can receive the credit.What do you need to lay down in obedience?What is God calling you to? Do you believe it is really God? ...2023-11-091h 12

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Breast CancerWOW! Have we got a powerful interview for you! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We decided to sit down with D and Jen Johnson to hear their story about walking through the diagnosis of Breast Cancer. You don't want to miss this one! We learned so much more than just what their journey looked like. We learned about how to walk with someone you know who has been diagnosed. We learned about what to do and say and what not to do or say. Share this episode with everyone you know, married or not. We all need to know...2023-10-261h 35

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Mercy and Obedience p2 of 2What exactly does it look like to hear from God? When we remove distractions and pay attention we can hear what God is telling us and what He is asking us to. When we respond in obedience, we cannot limit the ways God wants to use us and bless us.We will finish this discussion with powerful stories about encounters with God. We talk about the spiritual realm and what that looks like. As always, we recognize our lack of theological training. We just read God's word and do our best to apply it to o...2023-10-121h 12

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Mercy pt 1 of 2This week, we talk about mercy, obedience and second chances. We get on such a role about obedience and hearing from God, we decided to make this a two-part episode. Remember, we do not claim to be theologians. These are candid conversations about what we believe we have heard from God through His Scriptures. We will hear Bryan and Alissa's story of redemption in their marriage and how Mercy and Obedience played a part.We will briefly breeze through the book of Jonah and reference a few other verses that talk about obedience an...2023-09-281h 14

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Summer Catch upWhere do we even start? Catch us on Instagram @ Marriage_Unfiltered_PodcastEmail us marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comJohn Marc Kohl "Desert Places" is the song we reference...it is amazing! We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2023-09-071h 05

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Masculinity Her VersionThank you to Jen Johnson, Samantha Saville and Kenedi Carter for joining us in a powerful discussion about masculinity and leadership. We will also follow up with Brody Field with a few more questions from the ladies. What does masculinity look like to you? What did you expect in a spiritual leader? Where did you get your views on these things? We will all share our view and how expectations have gotten in the way.We hope you will share this episode with anyone who wants to learn a little more about what Spiritual leadership i...2023-07-281h 22

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered MasculinityThank you to D Johnson, Bradley Saville and Brody Field for sharing on this week's episode. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2023-06-301h 32

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Love BustersDr. John Gottman did a lot of research to determine some of the ways we can damage our relationships by making withdrawals. The four of us talk about how subtle it can be to make a withdrawal and what it takes to make up for a withdrawal. We also talk about examples in our own marriages of what affect these withdrawals can have. Check out Dr. Gottman's research and tools on his website. https://www.gottman.com We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_In...2023-04-271h 15

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Emotional NeedsTop 10 most common emotional needs:Admiration___Affection___Domestic Support___Family Commitment___Financial Support___Honesty and Openness___Intimate Conversation___Physical Attentiveness___Physical Intimacy___Recreational CompanionshipYou can go to this link to complete an assessment. EMOTIONAL NEEDS ASSESSMENT WARNING: Do not use the assessment as a weapon. Use it to have honest communication about your needs.John Gottman Love Bank Video We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on In...2023-04-131h 07

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ParenthoodParenting looks different in each home. We know that everyone has different challenges thrown their way when it comes to raising kids. On this episode, we just share what we have learned. Some things we learned the hard way, but that is the best way to learn. Resources mentioned:Growing Kids God's WayParenting With Love and LogicScripture:Deuteronomy 21:18-21 (this one really no longer applies, but it makes a great threat :) )Deuteronomy 6:6-7Ephesians 6:4Col 3:13Psalm 133:1Let u...2023-03-301h 24

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Mental HealthWhat impact do Anxiety and Depression have on a marriage? We hope you will enjoy our interview with the Saville's this week.Scripture: Lamentations 3:19-25Books:Try Softer by Aundi KoblerHealing Anxiety and Depression by Daniel G. Amen, M.D.Podcasts:"Therapy and Theology"Please reach out if you would like to further this discussion or have questions. marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comFollow us on Instagram marriage_unfiltered_podcast We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr o...2023-03-161h 40

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Spiritual HealthBooks we reference"New Morning Mercies" Paul David Tripp"Take back your Life" Levi Lusko"The Circle Maker" Mark Batterson"Jesus Calling" Sarah Young"The One Year Chronological Bible reading plan" We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX...2023-03-021h 11

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Body, Mind, and SpiritIn this week's episode, we talk about our recent experience with fasting, cold plunges, and supporting those who are doing those dumb things. We need to care for ourselves completely. This means first our spirit, our walk with the Lord. Then mental and physical health must come alongside so we can honor God with our mind and our body as well.Verses:About training for Godliness: 1 Timothy 4:8About Fixing our Minds on what is Good: Philippians 4:8Email us: marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comInstagram: Marriage_Unfiltered _PodcastG...2023-02-161h 13

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered FearIn case the Carters and The Fields didn't get vulnerable enough last week, we dig deeper into the fears we are experiencing. This week we bring a lot of Truth and Scripture into the discussion about what God has done Historically through people in their fear and what He can do in you when you are afraid. Are you living life in a way that you can risk everything because you fully trust God?Scripture from this episode. 1 Samuel 17Psalms 37:23-24Proverbs 6:9Other resources we mention:The Pour Over...2023-02-091h 07

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Battle BackWe faced some trials and struggles over the break, but we also got attacked by some fear and worry. The Fields and The Carters will open up about what has come flying at us in terms of fear, trials, loss, and victory. Through it all, we share what God is teaching us in these times.Scriptures share in this episode: Psalms 37:23-24, Proverbs 6:9We are going to do some research and will come back in our next episode to share more about fear and living boldly and courageously. We can be reached...2023-02-0253 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Christmas 2022The fourth week of Advent focuses on "Love". The ultimate display of Love is celebrated this time of year. We discuss the importance of God showing His love for us by sending His Son. 1 John 4:9, John 3:16, Ephesians 1:4-6, Galatians 4:5-7, Zephaniah 3:14-17Lest we keep it too serious, we get a little nuts with some Christmas Music and Holiday Movie Scenes. You will soon want to forget Jeff and Lisa's attempt at reenacting their favorite Holiday scene from a movie.We love hearing from our listeners. You can email us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com 2022-12-2258 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Advent pt 2Where do you look to find peace? What ultimately brings joy? He hope this episode helps point you to a peaceful Christmas full of the Joy of Christ. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2022-12-1537 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Advent pt 1This week, we will begin a discussion about Advent. Weeks 1&2 will be about Faith and Hope. How are these two different? How are they the same? The Fields and the Carters will discuss what Hope and Faith have meant in their marriages. We also throw in some fun discussion about Christmas traditions, games, and plans. Join us next week when we wrap up this discussion.Scripture From This episode:Hebrews 6Hebrews 11:1Romans 15:13 We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered...2022-12-0859 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Expectations revisitIf you want to hear us talk about expectations from the first season, go back to season 1 ep. 4Have you shared expectations and been disappointed? Have you failed to share expectations and just hoped your spouse would know? Whew...then we're not alone. And neither are you.We are here to prove there is no "arriving". We are not experts, we are just sharing our own struggles and the tools we use to work through the struggles. We hope we can help you in some small way. We would love to hear from you.2022-12-011h 07

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Thanksgiving PressureWhen you put your issues out there, you need to prepare for attacks from the enemy. Lisa shares a little about what has gone down since she shared her heart about healing and dealing with family. Bryan admits to some similar reactions when he goes to his family's house. We hope this episode shows you that you are not alone when it comes to pressure with your family. We may share some challenges when it comes to handling these pressures. We hope to hear from you about your family at the holidays and what you may have learned from t...2022-11-241h 15

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Feeling HeardWhen we don't agree about something, we can quickly invalidate the other's feelings. Each of us discuss an event from the past week where we could have ended up in a very hurtful blowup. When we see our mate's feelings for what they are, we can choose to fight for their heart. We also dive into what family and holidays can do to add pressure to our relationship. We need to choose each other despite what our extended family pressures us to do. Give us grace as we try to figure out moving into new phases of life and...2022-11-171h 17

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered First YearWhere to even begin on this one...We hope you will go back and listen to any episodes you missed. Share any questions and feedback you have from any of the episodes. Ask Bryan for more tips about beard growth. Get Jeff to talk politics. All this and more at your fingertips...just ask. Hit us up at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com or Instagram @Marriage_Unfiltered_podcastthis podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship.Facebook page coming soon! We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on...2022-11-101h 17

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Non-NegotiablesThis week we interview Zac and Kelley Hall. You don't want to miss their story. We share parenting woes, marriage struggles, loss, victory and healing. Join us as we talk about what it looks like to voice non-negotiables. What IF the threat is challenged. Some special bonus mommy tips from Kelley included. #momtrickWe would love to hear your questions and topic suggestions. email us marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comInstagram: @marriage_Unfiltered_PodcastThis podcast does not get endorsement from Stonegate Fellowship We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.c...2022-11-031h 33

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Motives pt 2Does "fake it till you make it" really work? What a debate we had on this one. What does that mean and can it change you? What it does "apple stapling" mean? You can't just replace the rotten apples and expect a healthy tree. All this and more as we challenge each other and especially Jeff. "Apple Stapling" comes from "Marriage" a book by Paul David TrippThis concept is actually found in scripture. Luke 6:43-45email us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comor follow us on Instagram Marriage Unfiltered Podcast 2022-10-2745 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Motives pt 1This felt a little like a venting session about how difficult parenting can be, but turns out we have a lot to learn from the challenges our kids face too. We have to experience the refining process to really learn and change. If our motives are to just make some surface change or behavior modification, lasting change doesn't really occur.What happens when we just try to do things on our own or our way? Sometimes God allows us to face a challenge to get us to slow down and rely on Him."Worshiping the...2022-10-2049 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered AngerWe are clearly not theologians. Listen in as we debate what Jesus did and didn't do out of anger, what type of anger is okay and when is anger a sin. We also debate how some types of worship can make us uncomfortable and the negatives about social media. Please let us know if you have comments about this debate. Instagram at marriage_unfiltered_podcast. email at marriage unfiltered@yahoo.comScriptures referenced: "If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. And if yo...2022-10-131h 18

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Trash TalkJoin us on Instagram @ marriage_unfiltered_PodcastEmail us: marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comEpisodes we revisitS1 Ep.1 Who we are and Why UnfilteredS1 Ep. 9&10 Unfiltered Love Languages & Unfiltered Digger Deep Into Love LanguagesS1 Ep. 12 Unfiltered Love and RespectS1 Ep. 14 Unfiltered ForgivenessS1 Ep. 24 Unfiltered Selfless LoveS1 Ep. 25 Unfiltered AccountablityS1 Ep. 27 Unfiltered BattleScripture Ref. The Sower and The Soil Matthew 13:1-9The views and opinions on the Marriage Unfiltered Podcast do not...2022-10-061h 15

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered HopeEric and Teresa Villanueva have been married 22 years, but they almost called it 3 years ago. Their story of hope and restoration is one that will inspire any marriage that feels like there is no hope.Eric joined us before on the "bro-cast" aka "Unfiltered Warrior" episode 22Books mentioned on this episode: "Wild at Heart" by John Eldredge, "Captivating" by Stasi and John Eldredge, "The Power of a Praying Wife" and "Power of a Praying Husband" by Stormie OMartianThe verse Alissa was trying to think of is Hebrews 11:6 “It is impossible to please Go...2022-09-291h 15

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ControlWhy do we turn to control? Listen this week as Lisa and Alissa break down where the desire to turn to control comes from. Then where they have learned to go when they are being controlled by the lie of control."Fallen Eve" is taken from the book "Captivating" by Stasi Elderedge"The Cost of Control" by Sharon Hodde MillerThe Marriage Unfiltered Postcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship church. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_Podcast...2022-09-221h 25

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Truth and Trust pt2In our last episode, you hear all about the impact of broken trust in the Carter Marriage. This week, the Fields open up about knowing the real truth and how that helped them survive broken trust in their relationship. Here are some scriptures that you can look up on the topic of Truth and Trust:The Belt of Truth as a part of the Armor of God: Ephesians 6:13-20Trusting God: Proverbs 3:5, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 8:28, Luke 6:10, Psalms 27:14, 56:3-4, 118:8, Matthew 6:33-34, Hebrews 11:1, Isaiah 12:2, 26:4, 40:10, 40:31, Exodus 14:14, Hebrews 13:6Being Honest: Proverbs 6:17, 12:17-22, 21:6, Luke 6:31, Psalms 15:2, 52:3, Ephesians 4:25, 1 J...2022-09-151h 17

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Truth and Trust pt 1Notes were basically thrown out the window for this one, but you will still want to pay close attention to what a powerful conversation this one is. Join us next week for part 2. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2022-09-081h 10

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Loveemail us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comfollow us at Marriage_Unfiltered_Podcast on InstagramThank you to Paul Tripp Ministries for this list of what Love is according to what Christ asks of us. We hope you will be challenged and inspired.1. Love is being willing to have your life complicated by the needs and struggles of your husband or wife without impatience or anger.2. Love is actively fighting the temptation to be critical and judgmental toward your spouse, while looking for ways to encourage and praise.3. Love is...2022-09-011h 00

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered SummerWe reconfigured our mic setup, so bare with us as we try to have a conversation without hitting the mounts. We talk about what we have been up to this summer and what we are planning for the fall.Kenedi's Cakes can be seen on instagram at kks_bakery_Other names we drop and products, shows or places we mention:Kalahari ResortTour de FranceHiit4fitHotWorxOrange TheoryOrange LeafSurvivorAmazing RaceBig Brother 2022-08-0547 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Fireside ChatWe don't really have resources for this episodes. Much of it, we just pulled it out of nowhere...big surprise. LOL! We are taking the summer off. (we are not sure what that means), but take this time to re-listen to some you missed or some of your favorites. Email or DM us with your story about the silly fights you have had, the redemption in your marriage, the things you have learned in marriage or the things you have learned from our podcast. We want to share these.Email or DM us wi...2022-05-2653 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered BattleGod has equipped us to battle against the evil in this world. He has given us an armor, which includes the sword of the Spirit. This is God's Word. We used our "sword" this week by using all of the following scriptures:Ezekiel 28:12-19, Revelations 12:7-12, Revelations 12:4, 1 Peter 5:8, Daniel 10, Job, Ephesians 6:10-13, James 1:5, Matthew 6:5, James 1:2 Here is a prayer you can use to start each day putting on the Armor of God:PRAYING THE ARMOR OF GOD: Ephesians 6: 13-18 Thank you, Father, for this armor you have given me. I pray for the d...2022-05-121h 20

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered MoneyAll the wrong songs: We looked and found the actual songs we were trying to sing.Money..."its a gas" Money by Pink Floyd played on Dave Ramsey Sunny by Bonnie MBlinded by the light..."Revved up like a deuce" Blinded by the light by Manfred Mann's Earth BandResources:John Eldredge PodcastPaul David Tripp Get out of DebtStatistics from Renolon.comScripture:Ephesians 4:28, Luke 14:25, Malachi 3:10, Matthew 6:26-34, Matthew 25:23Additional resources we didn't get to: T...2022-05-051h 11

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered AccountabilityThe Good Girls Guide to Great Sex by Sheila Wray GregoireThe Good Guys Guide to Great Sex by Keith Ronald Gregoire and Sheila Wray Gregoire This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2022-04-281h 02

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Selfless LoveThis week, we will get really raw about the little decisions that make our marriage rich and worth fighting for. We will also talk about the decisions that slowly deteriorate and eat away at our marriage.Books: Marriage by Paul David TrippLove Like That by Les PerrottLove and War by John and Stasi Eldredge.What Did You Expect by Paul David TrippWhat decisions can you be in charge of today? This podcast is not endorsed by Stonegate Fellowship Chu...2022-04-211h 21

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered DivorceWe will dig into why Divorce is so painful. We will also talk about the way it has been talked about and handled among Christ followers. Can you get a divorce and still go to Heaven? Can you be remarried and still be used to further God's Kingdom. We take a stab at using scripture to answer these questions.We also talk about when you SHOULD at least separate. And, when you have no control over your spouse's decision to break the covenant of your marriage and divorce is presented to you. What is the d...2022-04-141h 05

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered WarriorWelcome Eric Villanueva. Eric joins the guys as they get vulnerable about how they have hidden and "posed". They talk real about their struggles and how they learned to fight to become a warrior and still have to fight today.Ref. Scriptures:Ephesians 6:13-17 (Putting on the Armor of God)2 Kings 6:16 (God reveals the army)2 Corinthians 4:4 (unbelievers will be blinded)Book:Wild at Heart - John Eldredge this podcast is not endorsed by Stonegate Fellowship We can be reached at m...2022-04-071h 08

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Connection and AdventureThis week we address some questions from a listener. We suggest some resources such as Love and War, Wild at Heart, and Epic all written by John Eldredge and Stasi Eldredge. Also, listen to Lisa guest appear on Enneagram and Marriage Podcast. She shares about Love language hereListen to her interview about Forgiveness here We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by Th...2022-03-311h 25

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered PressureFollow us at Marriage Unfiltered Podcast on InstagramShare a photo of you listening to our podcast...unless you're in the bath. Tag us in your story! @marriage_unfiltered_podcast We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2022-03-241h 03

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Carter StoryJeff and Lisa Carter share about where their marriage nearly fell apart and what kept it together. Let's talk about what it looks like to fight through the really hard things and the rewards when you can see you have made it through. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2022-03-171h 00

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered CommunityThere are times in our lives when we are tempted to shy away from relationships for various reasons. In episode 18, we challenge you to press in. The Holy Spirit is prompting you for a reason, but the enemy wants to keep you from authentic relationship for a reason. Open your eyes to those opportunities, be bold and make that phone call or shoot a text to the person or couple you feel you would like to make a connection with. This can lead to amazing things...just ask the Carters and the Fields. We can be...2022-03-101h 04

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Intimacy pt2 Pornography If you think your secret use of pornography isn't hurting anyone as long as nobody knows, you are dead wrong! If you want to talk to someone about healing and walking out of the abuse or addiction to pornography, contact us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com. Or message us on Instagram at Marriage Unfiltered Podcast We did some research...well, Alissa did because Lisa was getting grossed out. Here is what she found relating to the optic nerve and make genitals. There is no nerve directly from eyes to penis. The thalamus is a subdivision of the brain tha...2022-03-0332 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered IntimacyHow did you learn about sex?How do you talk to your children about sex?What gets in the way of sex?What does the Bible say about sex?How does the church handle the topic of sex?We have tried to avoid this topic, but we finally go there. We get real about sex, purity culture, sex drive, pornography, kids and everything that gets in the way of satisfying sex life in marriage. Give us some grace in this one, but also learn from what we have done...2022-02-241h 15

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered RomanceTake some note everyone. Learn about romancing your spouse, but more than that, learn about removing the pressure for your spouse to romance you! We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2022-02-171h 23

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ForgivenessMatthew 18:21-22Then Peter approached him and asked, “Lord, how many times must I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? As many as seven times?” “I tell you, not as many as seven,” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven.”"To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you.Lewis B. SmedesForgiveness is:Giving up the right to get evenAcceptanceForbearingForgiveness is not:Letting someone off the hook. Restoration o...2022-02-1049 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered BitternessBible Verses about bitternessEphesians 4:31Hebrews 12:14-15Verses about Fruits of the Spirit and Fruits of the fleshGalatians 5:19-23marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comInstagram: Marriage unfiltered podcastOpinions on this show may or may not reflect those of Stonegate Fellowship or any of their ministries including the Marriage and Couples Ministry We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Ma...2022-02-031h 10

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Love and Respect and a lot of small talkLove and Respect Book by Dr. Emerson EggerichsAcronym for loving and respecting your spouse:Acronym for making your wife feel loved: "Couple"C. Closeness •hold her hand •hug her •be affectionate without sexual intentionsO. Openness •share your feelings •tell her about your day and challenges •talk without harshness, guardedness or gruntingU. Understanding •listen to her (know when to give advice and when to not solve) •repeat back what she said so she k...2022-01-2759 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Digger Deep into Love LanguagesWe have a few resources for you this week, so you can look into this topic further. Click on the links below so you don't end up as confused as we are.5 Love Languages Test5 Love Languages BookLisa Discusses 5 Love Languages and the Enneagram on the Enneagram and Marriage PodcastWe would love to hear all about what you have learned and still need to learn about. Email us HEREFollow Us on Instagram Here We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com...2022-01-131h 23

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Love LanguagesWe have a few resources for you this week, so you can look into this topic further. Click on the links below so you don't end up as confused as we are.5 Love Languages Test5 Love Languages BookLisa Discusses 5 Love Languages and the Enneagram on the Enneagram and Marriage PodcastWe would love to hear all about what you have learned and still need to learn about. Email us HEREFollow Us on Instagram Here We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com...2022-01-061h 01

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered 2021 FarewellWhat special memories do you have from celebrating the New Year in the past? Do you stay up until midnight or are you a party pooper? What have you seen God do over the past year? What are you looking forward to in 2022?How can you step into the new year with hope and excitement for what is to come?Please subscribe, share, and rate us. Also, we hope you will contact us via Email marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com or Instagram Marriage Unfiltered Podcast. Let us know how we are doi...2021-12-301h 01

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ChristmasWe had hoped to hear more from you, but we hope you enjoy our vulnerable conversation about our favorite and least favorite things about Christmas. Maybe next year we can share your stories.Carrie Underwood Drummer Boy SongAlissa's Christmas PlaylistThe views and opinions of the Marriage Unfiltered Podcast may or may not necessarily reflect those of Stonegate Fellowship or the Marriage ministry at Stonegate Fellowship. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear...2021-12-2338 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Difficulties"I am the vine and you are the branches" John 15:1-8"I am the Light of the World." John 8:12"You are the Light" Ephesians 5:8While the hosts of this show serve in the marriage ministry at Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX, this Show is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland TX or its marriage ministry. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent po...2021-12-1652 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered the Grass is Greener on the other sideOrigins of the Grass is GreenerWhile the hosts of this show serve in the marriage ministry at Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX, this Show is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland TX or its marriage ministry. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX 2021-12-0944 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered ExpectationsWhere did your expectations come from? How can communicating your expectations change the game? While the hosts of this show serve in the marriage ministry at Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX, this Show is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland TX or its marriage ministry. We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! Marriage Unfiltered is an independent podcast hosted by The Carters and the Fields. This podcast is not affiliated with Sto...2021-12-0254 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered Thanksgiving SpecialShare your holiday traditions, silly stories, fights with us. We want to share them on our Christmas SpecialMarriageUnfiltered Podcast on Instagrammarriageunfiltered@yahoo.comWe admit we say a lot of things without googling first. Corrections:There is an Adam Sandler Thanksgiving song He also has a Chanukah SongThere are other Thanksgiving songs We love this one! The Thanksgiving Song by Ben RectorChanukah does not start before ThanksgivingWhile the hosts of this show serve in the marriage mi...2021-11-2532 min

Marriage UnfilteredUnfiltered CommunicationGo to the link below for more information about reflective listening. For questions about communication or anything else email us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com follow us on instagram at Marriage_Unfiltered_Podcast. While the hosts of this show serve in the marriage ministry at Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX, this Show is not affiliated with Stonegate Fellowship in Midland TX or its marriage ministry. Reflective Listening We can be reached at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.comOr on Instagram at Marriage_Infiltered_PodcastWe hope to hear from you! ...2021-11-1846 min

Marriage UnfilteredWho we are and why unfilteredThe Carters and the Fields want to let you into our world by sharing a little about ourselves and giving you a sample of what conversations between us four typically look like. Watch for weekly episodes that discuss everything from endless dirty socks to trauma and crisis recovery. You can follow us on instagram at marriage_unfiltered_podcast. Email us at marriageunfiltered@yahoo.com. We would love to hear what topics you would like us to discuss. While the hosts of this show serve in the marriage ministry at Stonegate Fellowship in Midland, TX, this Show is not affiliated...2021-11-1024 min