Couples’ Journey Podcast Channel

Rey & Annie Abarca invite you to explore the hidden burdens we carry into marriage and family life, how sin and disconnection from God shape our "baggage," and the healing power of honest confession and Christ’s renewal (Psalm 51; Matthew 11).   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 45, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

In this episode, Rey and Annie explore the significance of recognizing and embracing pivotal moments in their spiritual journey. They share personal experiences of God's grace, guidance, and the importance of being anchored in His Word as they navigate life's challenges and redefine their understanding of discipleship. This is part 6 of  the Couple’s Journey Experience [https://couplesjourney.org/cj-experience] where Rey & Annie dive in every chapter of their released book, “Couple’s Journey: Restore, Relearn, Rejoice.”   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.    Follow and stay connected;  Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/CJ2Facebook Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/CJ2Instagram Tiktok: https://tinyurl.com/CJ2Tiktok Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CouplesJourneywithChristJesus Learn more about this movement here - https://couplesjourney.org/

Rey & Annie close the series with 10 practical, Bible-rooted lessons for timely, God-centered decision-making that strengthen marriage and legacy. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 44, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Annie shares her journey from self-reliance to surrender—learning to wait on God, seek discernment, and make decisions rooted in Scripture alongside her husband. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 44, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey shares a husband’s call to spiritual leadership—how intentional family devotions, timing, and creativity shifted their home toward Christ and three-generation faith. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 44, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie unpack spiritual forces that shape marital choices — the world, satanic temptation, and our flesh — and call couples to root decisions in Christ for lasting unity. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 44, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie explore how daily decisions, priorities, timing, and submitting to God shape marriage. Practical reflections anchored in Deuteronomy 30:19 to help couples choose life together. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 44, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode, Rey and Annie discuss the importance of recognizing spiritual warfare in their lives and marriage. They explore the hindrances of the world, flesh, and devil, sharing their experiences and insights on how to confront these challenges through faith and reliance on God. This is part 5 of  the Couple’s Journey Experience [ https://couplesjourney.org/cj-experience ] where Rey & Annie dive in every chapter of their released book, “Couple’s Journey: Restore, Relearn, Rejoice.”   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.    Follow and stay connected;  Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/CJ2Facebook Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/CJ2Instagram Tiktok: https://tinyurl.com/CJ2Tiktok Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CouplesJourneywithChristJesus Learn more about this movement here - https://couplesjourney.org/  

This episode wraps the series by reminding couples that God’s steady, perfect gifts sustain marriage through darkness—inviting trust, hope, and lasting transformation. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 43, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

This episode explores biblical submission, how restoring God’s design heals relational patterns, and practical ways wives can support their husbands while relying on God’s grace.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025  Blog Series Week 43, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode we explore how choosing God’s light reshapes our perspective, strengthens husbands as spiritual leaders, and sustains couples through daily struggles and spiritual opposition. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025  Blog Series Week 43, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

When we rely on shifting sources of light, our identity and marriage suffer. This episode explores how reconnecting to God — the "Father of lights" — brings steady gifts, restores roles, and allows couples to flourish even in hard seasons. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 43, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

When your marriage feels stalled or muted, reconnecting to Christ — the true source of light — restores hope, heals patterns, and reveals the strengths God placed in your union. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 43, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

In this episode, Rey and Annie discuss their journey of discipleship and its significance in their lives. They share insights on overcoming hindrances, engaging with the Great Commission, and the transformative experience of surrendering to God’s purpose as they grow together in faith. This is part 4 of  the Couple’s Journey Experience [ https://couplesjourney.org/cj-experience ] where Rey & Annie dive in every chapter of their released book, “Couple’s Journey: Restore, Relearn, Rejoice.”   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In Part 5 Rey & Annie conclude the series by outlining practical, prayer-centered steps for giving and receiving correction in marriage. Rooted in Ephesians 2:8–10, they share a simple roadmap—pray, choose timing, invite respectfully, listen, and pray together—so couples can pursue humility, accountability, and lasting transformation through Christ. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 42, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Part 4 features Annie’s reflection on gentleness, self-control, and biblical womanhood. She draws from Proverbs and 2 Corinthians 12:9 to encourage wives and mothers to model Christlike correction, nurture trust, and foster spiritual growth at home—relying on the Holy Spirit’s power, not personal perfection. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 42, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Part 3 follows Rey’s personal journey from military-style hardness to Christ-centered leadership at home. He shares how surrendering to Jesus reshaped his response to correction, the challenges of leading a faith-filled family, and how Scripture (James 4:4-6) provides strength against cultural pushback. Practical encouragement for husbands seeking humble, Spirit-led leadership. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 42, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Part 2 examines the real consequences when criticism is handled outside Biblical principles—erosion of trust, increased conflict, loss of respect, emotional damage, breakdown of communication, and even potential for divorce. Rey & Annie point listeners back to James 4:6 and the transforming grace of Jesus that enables humility and lasting change.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 42, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode Rey & Annie explore how submitting to Jesus and relying on the Holy Spirit transforms how couples give and receive criticism. Using Proverbs 25:12, they show how gentle, timely correction can become a beautiful tool for growth rather than a source of pain. Practical spiritual reminders and encouragement for cultivating humble, loving responses in marriage. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 42, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode, Rey and Annie discuss their transformative journey of understanding and embracing God’s design for marriage. They share insights from their experiences in an online small group, their struggles with control, and the importance of surrendering to biblical principles for a fulfilling marriage. This is part of  the Couple’s Journey Experience - https://couplesjourney.org/cj-experience , where Rey & Annie dive in every chapter of their released book, “Couple’s Journey: Restore, Relearn, Rejoice.”   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie lay out practical steps—check-ins, confession, verbal forgiveness, and rhythms—to guard conscience, pursue purity, and keep God at the center of marital reconciliation.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 29, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Annie speaks to wives about humility, intentional night routines, and leaning on the Holy Spirit to turn conflict into spiritual growth and reconciliation.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 29, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey speaks directly to husbands about angry nights, the danger of sleeping on unresolved conflict, and relying on the Holy Spirit for humility and reconciliation. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 29, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey & Annie unpack conscience, guilt, and the Holy Spirit’s role in nighttime marital conflicts—and how God uses those moments for transformation.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 29, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey & Annie share how nighttime reveals hidden burdens, guilt, and spiritual tension in marriage—and how God’s presence guides healthier responses to conflict.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 29, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode of Coffee,Tea & Testimonies, Rey and Annie discuss their different spiritual journeys and how they eventually began responding to God’s call together, focusing on personal transformation, the importance of surrender, and their experiences encountering God's provision and guidance. This is part of  the Couple’s Journey Experience where Rey & Annie dive in every chapter of their released book, “Couple’s Journey: Restore, Relearn, Rejoice.”   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie wrap the series with practical, biblical steps to rekindle intimacy, communicate bravely, embrace change, serve joyfully, build a shared vision, and leave a legacy of love centered on Christ.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 28, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Annie speaks directly to wives about persevering in daily faithfulness, guarding against worldly influences and spiritual attacks, and relying on Christ’s strength to love sacrificially through every season.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 28, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey speaks directly to husbands about sacrificial commitment, the necessity of putting Christ at the center, and how faith transformed his own marriage after past failures.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 28, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey & Annie reflect on Robertson and Muriel McQuilkin’s story to highlight sacrificial, Christ-like love in marriage and the call for husbands to love as Christ loved the church.   —-   As shared in this episode, here’s the link for the 2024- Week 34 Blog Series, “Taking the Vow Seriously.”    This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 28, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.    –

Rey & Annie open the series with a heartfelt look at what "till death do us part" really means—examining cultural shifts, honest seasons in marriage, and biblical principles to move from survival to thriving together in Christ.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 28, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode, Rey & Annie Abarca explore “Genuine Realization,” discussing the internal barriers that prevent deep relational growth. They share personal stories of lessons learned and the transformative power of honesty and vulnerability. Discover action steps and reflective questions to cultivate a deeper connection with your partner and God.   This is part 1 of  the Couple’s Journey Experience (https://couplesjourney.org/cj-experience) where Rey & Annie dive in every chapter of their released book, “Couple’s Journey: Restore, Relearn, Rejoice.”   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie share practical, Spirit-led steps to recognize and live on “holy ground” daily—rooted in Scripture, guided by the Holy Spirit, and applied in marriage and everyday life.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 27, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one

Annie shares a wife’s testimony of pain, prayer, and breakthrough—how seeking God led to compassion, renewed perspective, and the discovery of His abiding presence in hard seasons.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 27, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey shares a husband’s testimony on forgiveness, servant leadership, and surrender—how walking on “holy ground” transforms marriage through repentance, obedience, and God’s presence.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 27, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie explore how God’s wisdom and the Holy Spirit sustain us through disappointment and struggle, showing that “holy ground” is a persevering life shaped by Scripture and divine presence.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 27, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey & Annie reflect on how God's presence transforms ordinary life into sacred ground, exploring biblical examples and the gift of the Holy Spirit that makes believers' vessels set apart for God.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 27, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Welcome back to the Couples Journey podcast. In this second part of Coffee, Tea, and Testimonies, Rey and Annie continue to share authentic stories about faith, hope, and everyday breakthrough. They discuss the challenges and victories in their walk with Christ, offering honest insights, relatable experiences, and practical encouragement for your spiritual journey.   Pour a cup, join the conversation, and be inspired by how God's grace shows up in the ordinary. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won't miss future episodes. We’re glad you’re here to walk this path with us.   - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode, Rey & Annie share practical steps—clear communication, grace, and devotional habits—to reshape expectations, manage disappointments, and anchor marriage in Christ.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 25, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.

In this episode, Annie speaks directly to wives about shifting expectations, growing in humility, and supporting husbands in Christ-centered unity.    —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 25, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this episode, Rey shares a husband’s journey from fear and fleshly expectations to dependence on Christ, describing how God reshapes hope, plans, and family life.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 25, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Today, Rey & Annie unpack the New Testament Greek words for “expectation,” connect biblical meaning to marriage, and show how anchoring hope in God reshapes our waiting and longing. —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 25, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

In this new series, Rey and Annie begin by reflecting on how expectations shape marriage. We review research, connect the findings to Scripture, and invite listeners to align their expectations with God’s truth for greater peace and marital growth.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 25, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Hey friend — welcome to the Couples Journey podcast. In this pilot episode of Coffee, Tea, and Testimonies, Rey and Annie get real about marriage, brokenness, and how journaling and faith helped them see God move in the everyday mess. Grab a cup, listen to their honest stories, simple gospel insight, and practical tips for married life anchored in Christ — then subscribe so you don’t miss part two. We’re glad you’re here to walk this journey with us. - Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie wrap the series with actionable steps for living out Scripture-shaped love in marriage, anchored in accountability and daily reliance on Christ.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 24, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.    —-   Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Annie shares a candid reflection for wives on embracing God’s design for marriage, surrendering selfishness, and growing daily in love, roles, and obedience.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 24, Day 4. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.    —-   Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey shares a candid, faith-driven reflection for husbands on how surrendering to Christ reshaped his leadership, love, and role in marriage.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 24, Day 3. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.    —-   Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey & Annie reflect on moving from feeling-based love to Christ-centered love, offering Scripture and practical steps to rediscover God's unconditional love in marriage.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 24, Day 2. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.    —-   Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation. 

Rey & Annie share how Scripture reshaped their understanding of marital love and why aligning our hearts with God's definition matters for every marriage.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 24, Day 1. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.    —-   Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.   

Rey & Annie closes the series by sharing practical, faith-centered habits and conversation prompts to keep joy alive in marriage even amid grief.   —-   This podcast is from Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry 2025 Blog Series Week 20, Day 5. Visit the blog link to access to the free reflection guide.  – Today’s podcast is brought to you by Couples Journey with Christ Jesus Ministry. If you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://couplesjourney.org/donate and making a one-time or recurring donation.