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Check Your Vertical
by Scott & Mandie Verlinger
Are you searching for a place to come together at a time when things seem to be falling apart? Welcome to Check Your Vertical - a real, raw, and relatable testimony guided by Scott and Mandie Verlinger, a married couple that has been through the fires of life, and has survived the gauntlet of the world's temptations and challenges. Statistically they should be divorced according to the world's view, but by God's grace they are not. Join in to discover how they have overcome the hardships of marriage and faced seemingly impossible challenges in hot topic areas like intimacy, income and in laws - all by living vertically! Come along on this weekly Date Night to laugh, cry and learn about how they endured through their trials to "dance together" and not apart. Rejoice in what it looks like to live vertically, and apply the same types of principles and tools for your hard seasons. This is a journey that offers real life hope and redemption, a space to truly honor God in all things you
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Ep.72-An Unexpected Pause
CYV IS BACK!! Thank ya Jesus! We can't believe that it has been 6 months since we sat behind these mics. So then, where have we been? Tune in to this weeks episode to hear the real and raw story behind our unecpeted pause and how through it all, God has been faithful. As always, thank you for...
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Ep.71 - Grief, Long Suffering and Jesus!!
These aren't our favorite episodes to share, as you can probably tell in our voice, but they are necessary to speak about. We know so many of you are suffering or have suffered. Many of you have been affected by grief and trauma that continuously shows up in your life in very sneaky and painful...
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Ep. 70 - Building a new Generation on a Firm Foundation
In this episode we continue our discussion on the importance of breaking generational communication and focusing on building a new foundation for generations to come. Tune in to hear ways that we are being intentional to allow the Lord to create a NEW way in us, regardless of where we have come...
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Ep. 69 - Breaking Generational Communication
Last epsisode we discussed marriages being formed by feelings. If you haven't listened to that episode then I would encourage you to listen to that first before this one. It's important not to allow our feelings to dictate our behaviour, especially in marriages. Even more so, it's important to...
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Ep. 68 - Feeling-Formed Marriage
We live in a culture that tells us our feelings are facts. Or, to live in YOUR truth or MY truth. This is not only untrue but also unbiblical. The heart is deceitful above all else and should not be forming our actions. Many marriages are struggling because of this very thing. Learning to manage...
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Ep. 67 - Mission Trip Recap with Scott Verlinger & Jim Bossler
Join us on this week's episode as we recap Scott's mission trip to the DR with our good friend Jim Bossler. Scott and Jim had the honor of serving the people of DR together alongside a team from our local church, Riverwood Chapel. We're excited to have Jim on with us as he shares his insight into...
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Ep.66 - Faith, Mission Trips & Workouts, Oh My!
This was a whirlwind of an episode that takes us through detours and back roads. But all these roads eventually lead us to one place, faith in the one who directs our path and knows are destination. We only need to trust the journey.
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Ep.65 - You Must Know Him to Trust Him
Happy New Year and welcome to a new season of CYV! We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and New Year with friends and family. We are excited to be back and want to get your hearts and mind set up well for the new year to come. We often talk about trusting God with all things in our life....
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Ep. 64 - Healthy Holiday Boundaires with Lisa Anderson
For many, the holiday season is a joyous time filled with excitement and magic. But for some, this season can bring feelings of anxiety and stress due to unhealed relationships with family memebers that we love. We've invited Lisa Anderson, host of the Boundless Podcast, on to discuss how to have...
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Ep. 63 - The First Rule About Fight Club...In Marriage
Wait.Fight club? In our marriage?? And there are rules for this?? YES! And guess where you can find them - In God's word! Tune in this week to hear the 4 rules in fight club in marriage and how you can produce LIFE when entering into a disagreement with your spouse. Covenant Eyes PROMO CODE CYV -...
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Ep. 62 - Attitude of Gratitude!!!
Do you see your spouse as a gift? Are you more focused on the things that annoy you about them or the positive attributes you love about them? This holiday season, fix your focus and set your eyes on the one whom all good gifts come from and see how having an attitude of gratitude for our spouse...
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Ep. 61 - Restored Vows: How to Fight Your Porn Addiction
On this episode we will hear a powerful testimony by Brandon and Tonia. Their marriage was deeply impacted by a porn addiction and it took an ultimatum along with some serious accountability to help them restore thier vows. Tune in and hear thier story of redemption and restoration through Gods...
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Ep. 60 - Join Our Community!
Ok, so this episode is really a recap about our recent marriage retreat with The ISI Life. The title is to entice you to stay through to the end! We were humbled and honored to be speakers at the ISI marriage retreat this past weekend. There were so many takeaways that we just couldn't wait to...
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Ep. 59 - Navigating New Faith in Your Marriage with Travis and Amy Hafner
On this episode, we have a fun opportunity to sit down and chat with a CLE hometown hero, Travis Hafner and his wonderful wife Amy. Travis and Amy have a powerful testimony about coming to Christ during their marriage. Together, they had to learn how to navigate their new faith while facing…
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Ep. 58 - Let's Talk About Sex, Baby!
If the title doesn't tell ya, then let me preface this by saying: This isn't an episode that I would listen to with littles in the car. We are fresh off a marriage conference with world renound Julie Slatterly and Authentic Intimacy. If you aren't familiar with Julie then buckle up! She is a...
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Ep. 57 - A Grace Filled Journey - 2 Year Post D-day Update
It's been 2 years since Scott shared the truth with Mandie about his affair. Tune in this week to hear us discuss how we are doing now and what has helped us get to this point. As always we hope you are encouraged through our testimony and above all, seek Christ first.
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Ep. 56 - 5 Characteristics of a Biblical Man - with Scott Verlinger
In this episode Mandie had the oppurtunity to interview Scott! Yes, he is the co-host of this show BUT he is also a man on a mission! Scott's passion is helping men rise up and overcome what the world's view of them is by bodly stepping into the way God created them to be. Tune in to hear these 5...
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Ep. 55 - Thankful for the Darkness
Have you ever heard the phrase that 'pain draws you near to God"? If you have been listening to our testimony over the last year than you know that our marriage and life has faced many trials and has endured much pain. I would imagine most of you listening have also experienced trials similar to...
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Ep. 54 - Speaking Truth with Jerrad Lopes (Dad Tired)
We here at CYV are honored to welcome author, speaker and friend, Jerrad Lopes to our show! His ministry came at just the right time for Scott at a local men's conferance and the rest is history. Normally when we have a guest on we love to dive into them and the work the Lord has led them to…
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Ep. 53 - Choosing Happily Ever After with Evan and Susan Money
Have you ever known someone to be married 29 times? Well, Evan and Susan have! Growing up, Evan & Susan had observed only 3 choices when it came to marriage - married & miserable, divorced and desperate, or single & cynical. Together, they choose happily ever after, every day. Tune in to hear…
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Ep. 52 - It Takes Two to Tango
When it comes to having a healthy marriage, let alone being redeemed rescued, and restored, you absolutely need two to tango! We never want to mislead you into thinking one of us did enough to save our marriage. The reason we were able to have a redemption story, is because we BOTH surrendered…
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Ep. 51 - A Season of No
For the majority of our marriage, finances have been a deep struggle for us. They are one of the main reasons that divorce seemed imminent. But God. Through this exhausting journey, we have learned a few things that we hope will encourage you through managing finances in your marriage and even...
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Ep. 50 - Check Your Perspective: Scott and Mandie Turn 40
Turning 40 has had us looking at life a bit differently these days. This last year has taken us to a place that has challenged our persepctive on life in so many ways. What we have learned more than anything is that the best antidote to hardships is gratefulness. We hope the tools provided in…
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Ep. 49 - On Fire with Aisha Taylor
In this episode, we are honored to share the mic with our friend Aisha Taylor. She is a powerhouse for the Lord, sharing her wisdom through experience that empowers single moms to stratagize and financially prepare for their next level so they can reclaim their time and live in true freedom. This...
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Ep. 48 - Capture Your Thoughts
2 Corinthians 10:5 talks about taking every thought captive to make them obedient to Christ. This means that we have to challenge the thought pattern of this world and our mind to what God's word said. But, how do we do that? Tune in to hear how Mandie uses this 3 step process to stay in control…
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Ep. 47 - ...And The Truth Shall Set You Free
John 8:32 says "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free" There is freedom in bringing the truth to light and pain when its kept in the dark. Hear how the truth set both Scott and Mandie free and how you can break the chains and experience freedom in your own life!
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Ep. 46 - Forgiveness through Forgiveness
This week, Scott and Mandie continue the conversation from last episode. (45) In that show, Mandie shared her testimony prior to dating Scott. This week, they take us into how God's deep love shown to through the forgiveness of her sins allowed her to show that same love towards Scott. Tune in to...
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Ep. 45 - Rescued From my Egypt - Mandie's Testimony
The question has been asked now so many times as to how Mandie was able to begin the process of forgiveness towards Scott after his affair. The answer to that can be found in Mandie testimony and how she was rescued, redeemed, and restored before they started dating. Those who have been forgiven…
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Ep. 44 - A Check in with Scott & Mandie
It's been a while since we offered an update on our lives. Tune in this week to hear the good, the great and the challenges we're still facing. We thank you for your constant support and encouragement through this season and hope that in all things, Jesus is glorified.
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Ep. 43 - Real - Life Marriage with Traci Morrow
This week, we are joined by our very good friend and now author Traci Morrow, as we celebrate the launch of her new book! As always, we will share some real, raw and relatable marriage talk and how this book can be a guide to help your one-of-a-kind messy marriage. pick up Traci's new book here:...
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Ep. 42 - Thy Will Be Done
It's a hodge podge podcast filled with; Mother's day, book launch, fasting and more! Scott and Mandie talk about their life, challenges and faithfulness in it all. As always, real, raw and relateable marriage talk to help you through your beautiful mess.
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Ep. 41 - Grace in Grief
In this episode, Scott and Mandie discover that they both have patterns in their grief journey. Recognizing these patterns has been a bit triggering and caused additional frustrations and anger at times. This has brought them to a place of having really hard conversations that will hopefully…
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Ep. 40 - One Shot. One Life with Doug Fitzgerald
Tune in to hear a fun convo with author, speaker and radio host Doug Fitzgerald. Doug's leadership is on the cutting edge of growth and development, focused on achieving big goals and priorities, continually growing a vision to help and serve others and creating tools to achieve success that...
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Ep. 39 - It's Okay Not to be Okay
Show Notes: In this episode, Scott and Mandie discuss that it's okay not to be okay. Sometimes, we truly have to get to the end of ourselves before we allow the Lord to heal our hearts. Real, raw and vulnerable, that is Check Your Vertical. "my grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made...
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Ep. 38 - Pursue Holiness Over Happiness
Early on in our marriage, we were informed that marriage wasn't for the sole purpose of our own happiness. Huh?! Can you say that again? To say we were shocked would definitely be an understatement. I mean, doesn't the world tell you to chase happiness? Especially in marriage? That, if you're not...
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Ep. 37 - She Works His Way with Michelle Myers
Scott and Mandie are very excited to welcome Michelle Myers onto the show! Michelle co-leads a ministry for working women called She Works His Way with her best friend, Somer Phoebus. She loves reminding women of the gospel-centered purpose for their work - both at home and in their careers. Tune...
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Ep. 36 - The Keeper of my Heart with Ashley Wichlenski
In this episode, Scott and Mandie welcome author Ashley Wichlenski on the show to talk about her beautiful testimony and mission. As we know, the Lord can make beauty from ashes and Ashley's story is just that. She will share how the Lord rescued her from a very dark place, brought her into His...
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Ep. 35 - Your Motives Matter
Proverbs 4:23 says "For above all else, guard your heart, as everything you do flows from it." Just as we need to have a lens of Christ so that we can try to view life as God does, we also need to have a heart of Christ to allow our actions to align with what God desires of us. Our motives do...
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Ep. 34 - Grief, A Necessary But Painful Beast
It is a sad truth that most marriages do not survive after the loss of a child. The main reason being that each spouse grieves differently than the other. It's that simple, yet so true and painful. Scott and Mandie discuss in this episode how their grief looks different on each other and how they...
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Ep. 33 - Grace Looks Amazing on your Marriage with Amy Seiffert
Scott and Mandie are honored to welcome author and speaker Amy Seiffert on their show! Join in on this fun convo and hear how grace has not only played a major roll in their marriages but how it has quite literally saved it. You can follow Amy Seiffert on Instagram. You can find her mini…
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Ep. 32 - Too much of Anything can be Bad for your Marriage
here is this quote from our son's speech meet poem that says "too much of anything often leaves one with a feeling of regret". For years, Scott & Mandie have said to each other that their greatest gifts can also be our greatest weaknesses. This has shown up many times in their marriage. God has...
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Ep. 31 - A Response to our Viral Tiktok
So something crazy happened. We posted our 1st few videos on tiktok and one of them blew up! Apparently, people get all shook up when they hear you've remained married after a betrayal. Who knew?! The majority of the responses were so encouraging, but as usual, there were some who had strong...
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Ep. 30 - Stop Hiding, It's Time for HELP
Scott's journey has truly been a beautiful testimony of how Jesus can redem us and Gods love can renew a man's heart. In October of 2020, Scott blew up his life by finally coming clean with his affair. He knew he needed to change everything in his life and that started with his relationship with...
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Ep. 29 - From Prison to a Pastor with Pastor Andrew F. Carter
Scott and Mandie are honored to sit down with Pastor Andrew F. Carter and hear his testimony of how the Lord redeemed his life. Andrew had lost everything by living for this world and even ended up in the one place he vowed never to be in. Andrew's testimony brings hope to those who have…
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Ep. 28 - Porn Is Killing Your Marriage
Porn is destructive to your marriage and your life, plain and simple. It was never a part of God's design yet so many Christian men and woman are enslaved by this sin and cannot break the chains that bind them. Know that if you struggle in this area, you are not alone. There is healing and hope…
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Ep. 27 - Spiritual Leader of the Home - What does that really mean?
Most men don't know what it means to be the spiritual leader of their home, mainly because it was not modeled for them growing up. Woman tend to be weary of a man as their "leader" because they think it gives their husband control & power over them. So what does it really mean for men to be the...
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Ep. 26 - Bestie, Bubbly & Marriage Talk
We are honored to ring in the New Year with our besties JR & Angela! We will laugh, joke & drink some bubbly all the while diving into topics that challenge married couples today. Hope you join us for the fun!
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Ep. 25 - Don't Miss the Miracles
The holidays are here and with the joy of the season can also come pain for a lot if people. Scott and Mandie know this all too well. Its easy to focus on the hard and painful moments when life seems to be unraveling. But, our God never stops working and though we face trials of many kinds, God…
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Ep. 24 - Walking Through Our Trauma
**Please listen with caution** In this episode, Scott and Mandie walk you through the series of events that led to losing their boy Vinny and almost losing Mandie. Please know that this episode may trigger someone who has walked through a traumatic experience themselves, so please prepare your...
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Ep. 23 - The Unraveling Begins
Scott and Mandie are back in studio to discuss the last couple weeks of their life. Sadly, they lost their baby boy at just 22 weeks and almost lost Mandie's life as well. This week, the unraveling of it all begins. Scott and Mandie invite you on their journey as they discuss the traumas they...
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Are you searching for a place to come together at a time when things seem to be falling apart? Welcome to Check Your Vertical - a real, raw, and relatable testimony guided by Scott and Mandie Verlinger, a married couple that has been through the fires of life, and has survived the gauntlet of the world's temptations and challenges. Statistically they should be divorced according to the world's view, but by God's grace they are not. Join in to discover how they have overcome the hardships of marriage and faced seemingly impossible challenges in hot topic areas like intimacy, income and in laws - all by living vertically! Come along on this weekly Date Night to laugh, cry and learn about how they endured through their trials to "dance together" and not apart. Rejoice in what it looks like to live vertically, and apply the same types of principles and tools for your hard seasons. This is a journey that offers real life hope and redemption, a space to truly honor God in all things you
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