The Abundantly Expectant Marriage
by Ron Cool, Rachel Cool
The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, where faith, love, and intentionality come together to help couples build thriving, Christ-centered marriages. Ron and Rachel Cool, this podcast offers a refreshing space for couples to explore God’s design for marriage through biblical teachings, practical tips, and heartfelt conversations. Join us Bi-weekly to embrace God’s abundant promises for your marriage and experience the fullness of love and connection He desires for you.
Episodes
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The New Thing God Wants to Do in Your Marriage
Get the NEW APP - Apple Google Play Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF The New Thing God Wants to Do in Your Marriage A new year brings fresh hope—but real change in marriage doesn’t come from resolutions alone. It comes from seeking God together. In this special episode of The...
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Loving Like Jesus in a Season That Pulls You Apart
Episode Notes Get the NEW APP - Apple Google Play Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF SPECIAL ADVENT SERIES - Advent Series - Loving Like Jesus in a Season That Pulls You Apart In this final week of the Advent Marriage Series, Ron & Rachel talk about the heart of Christmas —…
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Choosing Joy When December Feels Like Too Much!
Episode Notes Get the NEW APP - Apple Google Play Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF SPECIAL ADVENT SERIES - Advent Series - Choosing Joy When December Feels Like Too Much In Week 3 of the Advent Marriage Series, Ron & Rachel dive into the theme of JOY — not the fake, forced...
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Peace That Calms the Chaos: Bringing Jesus’ Peace Into Your Home
Get the NEW APP - Apple Google Play Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF SPECIAL ADVENT SERIES - Peace That Calms the Chaos: Bringing Jesus’ Peace Into Your Home This is Week 2 of the Advent Marriage Series, and today is all about PEACE — something every couple needs in December...
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Hope in the Mess: How Jesus Restores Your Marriage in Chaotic Seasons
Get the NEW APP - Apple Google Play Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF SPECIAL ADVENT SERIES - Hope in the Mess: How Jesus Restores Your Marriage in Chaotic Seasons We’re kicking off our Advent Marriage Series with HOPE — the kind of hope that was born right in the middle of a...
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The Joy-Filled Marriage: Laughing, Loving, and Living Lighthearted Together
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF The Joy-Filled Marriage: Laughing, Loving, and Living Lighthearted Together After a powerful series on Safeguarding Your Marriage, we’re lightening things up — because joy is just as essential to a strong, God-centered marriage as…
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Safeguarding Marriage Series - Intimacy — Keeping Your Emotional and Physical Connection Alive, Even in the Middle of Busy Seasons
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF In this heartfelt and honest finale to the Safeguarding Your Marriage series, Ron and Rachel talk about one of the most beautiful — and most easily neglected — parts of marriage: intimacy. From emotional connection to physical closeness, this...
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Safeguarding Marriage Series - Guarding Your Marriage with Boundaries & Community
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF Guarding Your Marriage with Boundaries & Community – Why accountability and godly friendships matter, and how boundaries keep us safe Boundaries aren’t barriers to intimacy—they’re the guardrails that protect it. In this episode of the...
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Safeguarding Marriage Series - Guarding Finances: Stewarding Money Together with Honesty, Unity, and Trust
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF Guarding Finances: Stewarding Money Together with Honesty, Unity, and Trust Money is one of the top sources of conflict in marriage—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, Rachel and Ron dive…
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Safeguarding Marriage Series - Guarding Communication & Conflict – How to Fight Fair, Listen Well, and Keep Short Accounts
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF Safeguarding Marriage Series - Guarding Communication & Conflict – How to Fight Fair, Listen Well, and Keep Short Accounts Conflict is inevitable in marriage—but destruction doesn’t have to be. In this week’s episode of The Abundantly…
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The Big Picture – Why Safeguarding Matters
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF The Big Picture – Why Safeguarding Matters Every marriage needs protection—but not from each other. In this episode, we zoom out to look at the bigger picture of why safeguarding your marriage matters. The truth is, we have a real enemy who...
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Love and Logistics: Keeping Intimacy Alive in the Chaos
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF Love and Logistics: Keeping Intimacy Alive in the Chaos When life feels like a never-ending to-do list, intimacy can slip to the bottom. In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, we talk about how to keep the spark…
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Marriage Maintenance: A Check-In You Shouldn’t Skip
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Check Point PDF Marriage Maintenance: A Check-In You Shouldn’t Skip Life gets busy, routines get chaotic, and before you know it, couples can drift apart without even realizing it. In this episode, Rachel and Ron dive into the power of a weekly marriage...
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The Marriage We Would’ve Missed: What We’d Tell Our Newlywed Selves
Download Free Couple Connection Guide DONKEY VIDEO The Marriage We Would’ve Missed: What We’d Tell Our Newlywed Selves What would we say to our newlywed selves if we could sit across from them today? In this deeply personal and hope-filled 51st episode, we’re looking back on the wild, winding…
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Thriving Together: 7 Signs of a God-Centered Marriage - Celebrating 50 Episodes of Abundantly Expectant Marriage!
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Thriving Together: 7 Signs of a God-Centered Marriage Celebrating 50 Episodes of Abundantly Expectant Marriage! We’ve made it to Episode 50 — and what a journey it’s been! In this special milestone episode, Ron and Rachel sit down together after a few weeks…
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Behind the Curtain with Rachel: Fun, Flirting & Fighting Fair
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Behind the Curtain with Rachel: Fun, Flirting & Fighting Fair In this lighthearted and powerful episode, Rachel shares how she and Ron learned to bring joy, connection, and healthy conflict back into their marriage. Whether you’re craving fun, more intimacy…
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Behind the Curtain with Ron: Fighting the Wrong Battles in Marriage
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Behind the Curtain with Ron: Fighting the Wrong Battles in Marriage Ron opens up about the inner battles that nearly broke connection in his marriage — pride, passivity, and pressure to be enough. In this vulnerable solo episode, he shares how God showed him...
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Behind the Curtain with Rachel: No One Told Me Marriage Would Feel Like This…
Download Free Couple Connection Guide & This Week's Reflection Guide Behind the Curtain with Rachel: No One Told Me Marriage Would Feel Like This… What do you do when marriage feels more like survival than sacred? When you're doing all the right things but still feel unseen, exhausted, or like...
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Behind the Curtain with Ron: What I Wish I Knew Before I Said “I Do”
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Behind the Curtain with Ron: What I Wish I Knew Before I Said “I Do” Ron Cool pulls back the curtain on the early days of marriage — and what he wishes someone told him before he said “I do.” From pride to misplaced expectations, this honest episode…
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The Love That Transforms: Lessons from the Love Chapter
Download Free Couple Connection Guide The Love That Transforms: Lessons from the Love Chapter Over the past several weeks, we’ve taken a deep dive into one of the most well-known and most powerful passages on love — 1 Corinthians 13:4–7. In this final episode of the series, we’re looking back on...
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Stay When It's Easier To Go: Choosing Love That Doesn't Quit
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Stay When It's Easier To Go: Choosing Love That Doesn't Quit ⚠️ Note: If you are in an unsafe or abusive relationship, this message is not a call to stay. Please prioritize safety and seek support. Persevering love is not permission to endure harm. In this...
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Truth Over Triumph: Choosing What Love Celebrates
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Truth Over Triumph: Choosing What Love Celebrates In a world that often cheers for “wins” at any cost, what does it mean for love to rejoice in truth instead of injustice? In this deeply honest episode, Rachel and Ron unpack what 1 Corinthians 13:6 means for...
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No Grudges, No Grumbles: Letting Go to Love Well
Download Free Couple Connection Guide No Grudges, No Grumbles: Letting Go to Love Well When the little things stack up or a big betrayal rocks the foundation, irritation and unforgiveness can quietly poison your marriage. In this raw and honest episode, Rachel and Ron talk about how to break free...
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No Elbows on the Table—And Other Ways to Stop Being Rude in Marriage
Download Free Couple Connection Guide No Elbows on the Table—And Other Ways to Stop Being Rude in Marriage What does rudeness look like in marriage—and how do we stop doing it? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, Rachel and Ron unpack what it means that “love is not rude and…
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When Pride Gets in the Way: Learning to Love Without Ego
Download Free Couple Connection Guide When Pride Gets in the Way: Learning to Love Without Ego In this week’s episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, Rachel and Ron continue their series on 1 Corinthians 13 with a conversation around the next characteristic of biblical love: Love is not...
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Drop the Mic: Why Love Doesn’t Need to Boast
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Drop the Mic: Why Love Doesn’t Need to Boast In this powerful episode, Rachel and Ron unpack the next truth in their 1 Corinthians 13 series: Love does not boast. With honest storytelling, a bit of humor, and a whole lot of heart, they explore how pride and...
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Love Is Not Jealous: Letting Go of Comparison in Marriage
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Love Is Not Jealous: Letting Go of Comparison in Marriage Jealousy can quietly creep into a marriage—especially in today’s world of blended families, social media comparisons, and unmet expectations. In this episode, Ron and Rachel share honestly and tenderly...
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Love Is Kind: Embracing the Gentle Power of God’s Love in Marriage
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Love Is Kind: Embracing the Gentle Power of God’s Love in Marriage What does it really mean when the Bible says, “Love is kind”? In today’s episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, Ron and Rachel take a heartwarming and practical look at how biblical...
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Love is Patient: Slowing Down to Love Well
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Love is Patient: Slowing Down to Love Well In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, Ron and Rachel kick off the deep dive into the famous “Love Chapter” by unpacking the first truth: Love is patient. With humor, honesty, and Scripture, they…
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What Is Love, Really? (1 Corinthians 13: A Love Worth Living)
Download Free Couple Connection Guide What Is Love, Really? (1 Corinthians 13: A Love Worth Living) What does it actually mean to love your spouse the way God intended? In this kickoff to our new series on 1 Corinthians 13, Ron and Rachel dive into the famous "love chapter" to explore what love...
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Waiting on God in Life and Marriage: Trusting His Timing
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Waiting on God in Life and Marriage: Trusting His Timing Waiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of the Christian walk—especially in marriage. Whether you’re waiting for healing, provision, direction, or breakthrough, the waiting season can test your...
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The Miracle & Mystery of Marriage: Seeing God's Hand in Your Love Story
Download Free Couple Connection Guide The Miracle & Mystery of Marriage: Seeing God's Hand in Your Love Story Marriage isn’t just a commitment—it’s a divine mystery and a miraculous gift. In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, we’re diving deep into how marriage reflects...
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Hearing God's Voice As A Couple - Part 2: Fasting Together
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Hearing God's Voice As A Couple - Part 2: Fasting Together In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, we’re diving into the power of fasting as a couple. Fasting isn’t just about giving up food—it’s about making space to hear from God and...
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Hearing God's Voice Through Sabbath
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Hearing God's Voice Through Sabbath Is your marriage running on empty? Feeling disconnected from God and each other? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage podcast, we’re talking about the power of Sabbath—not just as a day of rest, but as a way...
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Aquila & Priscilla—A Marriage That Made an Eternal Impact
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Aquila & Priscilla—A Marriage That Made an Eternal Impact In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Aquila and Priscilla—a biblical couple who lived out their faith together, worked side by side, and…
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Rekindling Romance: How to Bring Back the Passion in Your Marriage
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Rekindling Romance: How to Bring Back the Passion in Your Marriage Has the spark in your marriage started to fade? Between work, kids, and responsibilities, it’s easy for romance to take a backseat. But here’s the truth—your marriage was never meant to be…
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Forgiving and Healing: Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Forgiving and Healing: Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal Did you miss last week - Building Trust in Marriage? Listen to the Episode Here! When trust is broken in a marriage, forgiveness can feel impossible—but it is the key to healing and restoration. In this...
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Building Trust in Marriage
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Building Trust in Marriage Trust is the foundation of a strong, thriving marriage—but how do you build it and keep it strong? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, we’re diving into the key principles of trust: how to cultivate it, protect it,...
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Common Marriage Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Common Marriage Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them Every marriage faces challenges, but recognizing and addressing common pitfalls can make all the difference! In this episode, we dive into three major marriage traps—becoming too comfortable, failing to safeguard...
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Living Out the Love Languages (Part 2 of The 5 Love Languages Series)
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Living Out the Love Languages (Part 2 of The 5 Love Languages Series) Episode Description Love isn’t just a feeling; it’s a choice. In part two of the 5 Love Languages series, Rachel and Ron go beyond understanding the love languages and explore how to live...
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Understanding the Love Languages (Part 1 of The 5 Love Languages Series)
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Understanding the Love Languages (Part 1 of The 5 Love Languages Series) Episode Description What’s your love language? In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, Rachel and Ron introduce Dr. Gary Chapman’s 5 Love Languages and explain how...
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Fighting Fair: Resolving Conflict God’s Way
Download Free Couple Connection Guide Fighting Fair: Resolving Conflict God’s Way Episode Description Conflict in marriage is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to divide you. In this episode, we explore biblical principles for handling disagreements with love, respect, and teamwork. We’ll share...
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The Power of Prayer and Fasting: Transform Your Marriage in 2025
The Power of Prayer and Fasting: Transform Your Marriage in 2025 Episode Description Start the new year with intentionality and faith! In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of prayer and fasting, exploring how these spiritual disciplines can bring clarity, breakthroughs, and...
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Building a Vision for Your Marriage in 2025: Intentionality, Reflection and Connection
NEW VISION RETREAT Reflection Guide - Download it here! Building a Vision for Your Marriage in 2025: Intentionality, Reflection and Connection Episode Description Kick off the New Year by creating a vision for your marriage that sets the tone for growth, intimacy, and connection in 2025. In this...
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A Merry Marriage: Reflecting on Lessons from Mary & Joseph
NEW Couple Connection Guide - Download it here! A Merry Marriage: Reflecting on Lessons from Mary & Joseph Episode Description In this special Christmas episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage, Rachel and Ron bring the holiday cheer with a fun Christmas-themed Q&A session. Hear their…
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Spiritual Growth as a Couple: Building a Marriage Aligned with God
NEW Couple Connection Guide - Download it here! Spiritual Growth as a Couple: Building a Marriage Aligned with God Episode Description In this episode of The Abundantly Expectant Marriage podcast, Rachel and Ron explore how couples can grow spiritually together and align their relationship with...
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The Weekly Marriage Check Point: Tools for Communication in Your Marriage
NEW Couple Connection Guide - Download it here! The Weekly Marriage Check Point: Tools for Communication in Your Marriage Last week, we explored the power of open and honest communication in marriage, emphasizing its foundation in prayer and connection with God. In this episode, we focus on a...
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The Power of Open, Honest Communication in Marriage
NEW Couple Connection Guide - Download it here! The Power of Open, Honest Communication in Marriage (Part 1) In this first episode of a two-part series, we dive into the importance of communication in marriage. We'll explore the connection between prayer and communication, practical tips for...
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Traditions – Keeping God First During the Busy Holidays
NEW Couple Connection Guide - Download it here! Traditions – Keeping God First During the Busy Holidays In this special Thanksgiving episode, we’re diving into the joys and challenges of holiday traditions, sharing laugh-out-loud holiday memories, and reflecting on what really matters during this...
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Balancing Marriage, Parenting, and Life Demands
NEW Couple Connection Guide - Download it here! Balancing Marriage, Parenting, and Life Demands Does life ever feel like a never-ending juggling act? Between marriage, parenting, work, and everything else, it can be hard to keep your priorities in order without losing yourself in the process. In...
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The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast, where faith, love, and intentionality come together to help couples build thriving, Christ-centered marriages. Ron and Rachel Cool, this podcast offers a refreshing space for couples to explore God’s design for marriage through biblical teachings, practical tips, and heartfelt conversations. Join us Bi-weekly to embrace God’s abundant promises for your marriage and experience the fullness of love and connection He desires for you.
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