Episodes

Feb. 28, 2022

Rebuilding Trust One Step at a Time

Betrayal in marriage is not uncommon - affairs, pornography, addictions, financial infidelity, etc. Most marriages have experienced broken trust in some form. The question becomes "how do we rebuild trust after trust has been broken?" In this episode, Ru...

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Feb. 21, 2022

Fighting For Your Marriage By Yourself

Are you a spouse that feels like you are all alone working to save your marriage? Are you the only one pursuing God in your marriage? Are your prayers for your spouse and your marriage not being answered? In this …

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Feb. 14, 2022

The One Where We Talk About Sex

If you have been married for more than about 24 hours, you have probably struggled to adequately communicate about sex. When it comes to physical intimacy in marriage, you probably have a list of things you would like to tell …

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Feb. 7, 2022

What Are You Hiding?

Every marriage has issues, problems, and stories. Should they be shared or hidden? In this episode, Rusty and Heather discuss the importance of communicating with other people to benefit your marriage. Who should you share with and where can they …

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Jan. 31, 2022

Habits of a Healthy Marriage (Part 4 of 4)

Relationships are so important. For those that are married, your relationship with your spouse is your most important relationship. But, where do other relationships fit into a marriage? In this episode, Rusty and Heather wrap up their four part series …

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Jan. 24, 2022

Habits of a Healthy Marriage (Part 3 of 4)

Everyone wants more intimacy in marriage. Did you know that the key to physical and emotional intimacy might actually be to become more intimate on a spiritual level? In this episode, Rusty and Heather discuss practical ways to grow together …

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Jan. 17, 2022

Habits of a Healthy Marriage (Part 2 of 4)

It seems like everybody starts off the new year with goals to be more physically fit and healthy. But how does this area of life fit into your marriage, and how can your marriage grow as you strive for a …

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Jan. 10, 2022

Habits of a Healthy Marriage (Part 1 of 4)

Using Luke 2:52 as a guide, Rusty and Heather discuss some practical habits to incorporate into your marriage in 2022. In Part 1, learn 3 specific ways you can increase your knowledge of what it takes to have a healthy …

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Jan. 3, 2022

The Narrow Path To A Healthy Marriage

If you are fighting for your marriage, or just striving for a better marriage in 2022, you are on a narrow path that many couples do not choose. In this initial episode of 2022 and Season 3, Rusty and Heather …

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Dec. 27, 2021

Fighting For Your Home

Who knew that we could learn some valuable marriage lessons from Kevin McCallister in "Home Alone"? In this final episode of 2021, Rusty and Heather wrap up their special December theme of learning about marriage from their favorite Christmas movies. …

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Dec. 20, 2021

Is A Wonderful Life Possible?

Does your marriage seem hopeless? Have you ever considered giving up on your spouse? In the Christmas movie classic, "It's A Wonderful Life," George Bailey is ready to end it all: his job, his marriage, his life. With the help …

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Dec. 13, 2021

The Gift of Being Present

Throughout December, Rusty and Heather are discussing marriage lessons that can be learned from their favorite Christmas movies. In this episode, see what marriage advice they found in "Jingle All the Way." Walk away with practical advice on how you …

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Dec. 6, 2021

A Marriage Lesson From the ”Griswold‘s”

Rusty and Heather turn to one of their favorite Christmas movies, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, for a crucial marriage lesson. The Griswold's, the famous Christmas family from Hollywood, know a thing or two about unmet expectations. Rusty and He...

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Nov. 29, 2021

A Conversation With Heather‘s Mentor (Pennye Dees)

In this week's episode, Rusty and Heather visit with Heather's mentor, Pennye Dees. Heather and Pennye connected out of desperation in 2011, but their relationship is now a powerful picture of mentoring. Hear how God orchestrated their initial phone call...

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Nov. 22, 2021

I‘ll Never Forget

In Season 2 Episode 7, Rusty and Heather continue unpacking details of their marriage crisis from 2011. Some pieces of the story will never be forgotten. In this episode, Rusty and Heather pull back the curtains a little further as …

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Nov. 15, 2021

Do I Really Have to Forgive?

Forgiveness is a complex subject, but there is also a dynamic of simplicity in forgiveness. After walking through infidelity, Rusty and Heather learned that forgiveness is both a decision and a process. In this week's episode, listen in on the …

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Nov. 8, 2021

Road to Reconciliation

Every marriage faces conflict and tension. Marriages often need reconciliation. In this episode, Rusty and Heather discuss their personal Road to Reconciliation after infidelity nearly ended their marriage. Discover practical steps and advice to getting ...

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Nov. 2, 2021

You Can Handle the Truth

Honesty is crucial to the health of all marriages. In Episode 4 of Season 2, Rusty and Heather discuss their belief that "You CAN Handle the Truth." This episode shares practical advice that will help every marriage establish an openness …

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Oct. 27, 2021

Bonus Episode: In Sickness and In Health

God is a healer. God healed Rusty and Heather's marriage 10 years ago, and God physically healed Heather 5 years ago. On the 5 year anniversary of Heather's breast cancer diagnosis, Rusty and Heather celebrate their journey together through the …

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Oct. 25, 2021

The Confession

Rusty and Heather's story of redemption really began with a confession. Their marriage changed forever on August 23, 2011, but the confession opened the door for God to intervene and begin a miraculous healing.

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Oct. 19, 2021

Believing the Lies of the Enemy (Part 2)

The Enemy is the master deceiver, and nobody knows that better than Rusty and Heather. In Part 2 of Believing the Lies of the Enemy, Heather explores several of the lies that she was believing as she began making choices …

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Oct. 11, 2021

Believing the Lies of the Enemy (Part 1)

In Season 2 of The Redeemed Marriage podcast, Rusty and Heather begin to unpack the story of their marriage crisis from 10 years ago. In this opening episode of Season 2, Heather shares some lies from the Enemy that she …

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Sept. 27, 2021

Season 2 - Trailer

Rusty and Heather Bryant are back with Season 2 of The Redeemed Marriage podcast. At the 10 year mark of their marriage crisis, Rusty and Heather will journey through their story and offer insight on warning signs, boundaries, forgiveness, honesty, …

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May 17, 2021

Episode 18 - The Wife Who Helps Her Husband Lead Well

Last week Rusty and Heather discussed "The Husband Who Leads Well." This week, they look at the wife and her role in supporting her husband as he leads the family. Don't miss these practical examples of how a wife can …

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