Thrive with Pastor Brad Bigney

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In Thrive, Pastor Bigney applies God’s Word to marriage and parenting which will help you turn your surviving into thriving.

  1. Tired Of The Same Arguments? Make Sure You’re Doing THIS Well First

    22H AGO

    Tired Of The Same Arguments? Make Sure You’re Doing THIS Well First

    Pastor Brad Bigny and his wife, Vicki, expose the missing piece in most marriage conflict: real listening. If your conversations feel tense, repetitive, or hopeless, this will help you see what’s quietly sabotaging understanding. One biblical shift could change how your spouse hears you—and how you hear them. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  2. The Biblical Heart Check That Will Solve Endless Miscommunication

    FEB 11

    The Biblical Heart Check That Will Solve Endless Miscommunication

    Brad Bigney and Vicki Bigney reveal how careless words, harsh tones, and silence can quietly train a marriage to drift. The Bible’s warnings about speech land differently when you realize you’ll answer for what you said—and what you refused to say. If your home needs fewer emotional bruises and more teamwork, don’t miss this. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  3. Feel Like You’re Not Being Heard? Ask Yourself THIS First

    FEB 4

    Feel Like You’re Not Being Heard? Ask Yourself THIS First

    It’s something we all do, all day long, and yet all of us have trouble doing it: communicating. Why is that? Join pastor Brad Bigney and his wife, Vicki, as they discuss important relational tips that will point you and your spouse towards healthy, meaningful communication. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  4. The Value Of Kindness: How To Root Rudeness Out Of Your Marriage

    JAN 28

    The Value Of Kindness: How To Root Rudeness Out Of Your Marriage

    Brad Bigney opens God’s Word to show why love is never careless with tone or timing. Along with personal stories from his marriage, you’ll see how rudeness creeps in unnoticed and slowly drains joy. This message points toward simple changes that can bring true closeness and warmth. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  5. Want Real Change? Start With These Two Marriage Habits

    JAN 21

    Want Real Change? Start With These Two Marriage Habits

    If your marriage keeps hitting the same walls, Brad and Vicki Bigney explain why the issue might be deeper than circumstances. Through honest stories and Scripture, they show how humility and daily repentance open the door to real change. This conversation invites you to replace tension with tenderness and pride with grace. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  6. The One Habit That Will Kill Pride In Your Marriage

    JAN 14

    The One Habit That Will Kill Pride In Your Marriage

    Brad and Vicki Bigney open up about the critical shift that helped revive their marriage: embracing correction instead of avoiding it. They explain why pride resists feedback and how humility creates space for healing, encouragement, and love. This message is for anyone tired of relational tension and ready to grow. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  7. How Small Jokes Might Do More Harm Than You Think

    JAN 7

    How Small Jokes Might Do More Harm Than You Think

    Has a joke ever gone too far? What seems like harmless sarcasm may do more than you think. Join Brad and Vicki Bigney as they discuss the toxic effect that hurtful jokes can have in a marriage. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

    26 min
  8. Marriage on Life Support? This Hidden Sin May Be To Blame

    12/31/2025

    Marriage on Life Support? This Hidden Sin May Be To Blame

    Pastor Brad Bigney and his wife Vicki share how hidden pride — especially the kind disguised as “strength” or “discipline” — can slowly choke the life out of your marriage. Using biblical wisdom from 1 Corinthians 13, they explore how control, stubbornness, and inflexibility are often symptoms of a deeper heart issue. This episode will challenge you to rethink what real love looks like in marriage. ___ Thanks for listening! Thrive would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Thrive we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

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