Bringing Hope Home

Schaffer Ministries
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Welcome to Bringing Hope Home with Bryce and Colette Schaffer! We're pastors, authors, and a couple who've been married for nearly 30 years, and we're here to help you build a peaceful, Christ-centered home. Each week, we dive into real talk about marriage, parenting, and family life from a biblical perspective. Whether you're newlyweds finding your way, parents in the thick of it, or a couple working to reconnect, we're bringing practical wisdom, honest conversations, and hope-filled encouragement straight to your earbuds. We believe your home can be your peaceful sanctuary - and we're here to help you create it, one episode at a time. Bring hope home to your life today!

  1. 5D AGO

    How to Study the Bible: 5 Practical Steps to Build a Plan That Sticks

    Have you ever picked up your Bible and thought, "Now what?" You're not alone — and this episode is the answer. In Part 2 of our Bible series, Bryce and Colette Schaffer get practical about how to study the Bible — from choosing a starting point, to building a realistic reading plan, to making God's Word come alive in your everyday life. Whether you're a new believer or someone who's been in church for years but feels like your Bible study has grown stale, this conversation will encourage and equip you to get into the Word in a way that actually works for your life and season. You'll discover: Why Bible translation matters when you study (and which to choose)The best places to start reading if you're new to the Bible5 simple, powerful steps to build a Bible study habit you'll stick withHow to read the Bible with your spouse and grow together spirituallyHow to pass a love for God's Word on to your kids — without forcing itCreative, joyful ways to engage Scripture: journaling, highlighting, creative lettering, and moreTrusted Bible study tools and why to be cautious with GoogleGrounded in scripture — including Hebrews 4:12, John 8:31–32, and Proverbs 4:20–22 — this episode reminds us that the Word of God is living, active, and meant to be a daily source of life, wisdom, and growth. Free resource: Colette's Bible Journal guide is available at the link below to help you get more out of every reading session. Bring hope home to your life today. Resources: Free Bible Journal and Devotion Guide Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    25 min

  2. APR 6

    Which Bible Should I Get? A Pastor's Guide to Translations, Versions & Finding the Right Fit

    One of the most common questions Pastors Bryce and Colette Schaffer hear is, "Which Bible should I get?" And if you've ever walked into a Christian bookstore and felt completely lost staring at a wall of Bibles — this episode is going to be your new favorite resource. Right after Easter, there's no better time to talk about God's Word and how to get into it. In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette break down everything you need to know about Bible translations — from the historic King James Version to the modern Passion Translation — in a way that's warm, practical, and easy to understand. They cover the difference between word-for-word translations and paraphrases, what to look for when buying a Bible for your child or teenager, how to use Bible apps to deepen your study, the surprising historical evidence that validates the Bible's trustworthiness, and even a glimpse at a treasured 4-translation family heirloom Bible from 1972. No more Bible fatigue — just Bible excitement. Because the Word of God is alive, and the best Bible is simply the one you'll open. Bring hope home to your life today. 💛 Resources: Bibles Mentioned Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    34 min

  3. MAR 30

    The Heart Work of Rebuilding Your Marriage | Forgiveness, Trust & Starting Over

    Is your marriage on the rocks — or maybe even in ruins? Whether it was a sudden storm or a slow erosion, there is hope for what feels broken. In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer get real about what it actually takes to rebuild a marriage (and a life) when things have gone off the rails. They dive into the power of forgiveness — for yourself and your spouse — and why bitterness is the silent killer that will follow you into every relationship if you don't deal with it. They also unpack the practical, faith-rooted steps of rebuilding trust: going back to friendship, serving your spouse, setting healthy boundaries, and bringing transparency back into your relationship. But the heart of this episode? It's not just the hard work — it's the heart work. Bryce and Colette challenge you to go deep, identify your defaults, and let God do what only He can do in your marriage. Because God is a restorer. He is the God of the impossible. And where He leads — whether that's toward rebuilding or toward a new beginning — His grace is sufficient for every step. Resources: Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products Bring hope home to your life today.

    22 min

  4. MAR 23

    Silence: The Marriage Killer You Didn't See Coming

    You might think the biggest threat to your marriage is a blowout fight — but what if it's the silence that follows? Or the silence that never left? This week on Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer tackle one of the sneakiest and most destructive forces in marriage and family life: silence. Not the comfortable, peaceful quiet of two people who know each other well — but the cold shoulder, the stuffed-down feelings, the topics that have quietly gone off-limits, and the emotional walls that keep spouses from truly knowing each other. They walk through 5 honest self-evaluation questions to help you identify where silence may be doing damage in your home, and they point back to Scripture — from Adam hiding in the garden in Genesis 3, to Jesus boldly speaking the Word against the enemy in Matthew 4 — to show that God's design has always been for us to speak, not stay silent. You'll also get 5 practical steps to start breaking the silence in your marriage and family, including how to handle teenagers who give you the classic "fine," why forgiveness and apology need to come fast, and how grace and compassion create the kind of safe space where real communication can finally happen. If your marriage has felt distant, disconnected, or just... quiet in the wrong way — this episode is for you. Resources: Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    22 min

  5. MAR 16

    March Madness: Turning Chaos Into Control in Your Marriage and Home

    Life doesn't wait for a good time to get chaotic — and neither does marriage. In this fun and faith-filled episode, Bryce and Colette Schaffer use the excitement of March Madness to bring you real strategies for flipping chaos into control in your home. Bryce, a high school basketball coach, draws powerful parallels between great coaching and great marriage — from preparing ahead of time and communicating clearly, to knowing when to call a timeout and how to reflect and grow. Colette brings the heart and the Word, anchoring every practical tip in biblical truth. Together they walk through the habits that help you prepare for life's inevitable storms — sleep, nutrition, healthy routines, not overfilling your schedule, and planning for the unexpected. But the real game-changer? Shifting from a reactive life to an intentional one — in your marriage, your finances, your parenting, and your walk with God. They close with the bedrock truth of Isaiah 26:3 — that God keeps in perfect peace the one whose mind is stayed on Him — and the story of Peter walking on water, reminding us that the moment we fix our eyes on the waves instead of on Jesus, we start to sink. No matter what season your marriage or family is in, this episode will challenge and encourage you to stop reacting and start winning — together, and with God as your foundation. Bring hope home to your life today. Resources: Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    24 min

  6. MAR 9

    How to Create Real Change in Your Marriage (Without Nagging or Forcing It)

    Every couple has something they wish were different. But wanting change and actually creating it — in a healthy, God-honoring way — are two very different things. In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer tackle one of the most common and frustrating struggles in marriage: how do you get on the same page when your spouse just won't budge? Spoiler alert: nagging doesn't work. And neither does forcing, manipulating, or hoping they'll just figure it out. Together, Bryce and Colette walk through practical, Scripture-grounded strategies that actually move the needle — including the Barnabas encouragement principle, the powerful "shifting gears" analogy, the mirroring technique, and the mindset shift that changes everything: it's a WE issue, not a YOU issue. Whether your marriage is thriving or struggling, this episode will give you real tools to grow — together. 📖 Key Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 13:1-2 | Proverbs 25:24 🏡 Ready to go deeper? Check out the Marriage Builders Course and all of our resources at [your website]. Until next time — bring hope home to your life today. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Resources: Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    20 min

  7. MAR 2

    How to Divorce-Proof Your Marriage: 5 Faith-Filled Tips for a Lasting, Faithful Marriage

    You stood at the altar and said "divorce" would never be in your vocabulary. But are you actively building a marriage that makes that promise a reality? In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer get practical and personal as they share five key ways — plus a bonus — to divorce-proof your marriage from the inside out. From continually reaffirming your commitment and investing in yourself and your spouse, to the game-changing power of growing spiritually together, this conversation is full of honest stories, real talk, and biblical encouragement. They also share why the couples you surround yourself with matter more than you think, why "equal isn't always equal" in marriage (and why that's actually freeing), and how faithfulness — as a fruit of the Spirit — is the bedrock of a marriage that goes the distance. Anchored in Proverbs 3:3-4, this episode will challenge and encourage you — whether you're in a strong season or a struggling one. 💍 Check out the Marriage Builders Course at SchafferMinistries.com — a faith-based, practical curriculum designed to strengthen your marriage at every stage. Small group leader's guide available too! Bring hope home to your life today. Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    27 min

  8. FEB 23

    Don't Let Toxic Relationships Steal Your Future | Recognizing & Navigating Toxicity God's Way

    Are toxic relationships quietly keeping you — and your marriage — from the future God has planned? In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer tackle one of the most common and painful struggles they've encountered in 20 years of pastoring: the damaging effects of toxic people in our lives, and how to navigate those relationships without compromising your peace, your faith, or your future. Drawing from Ephesians 1:17–18, Psalm 1, Proverbs 12:16, and Isaiah 54, Bryce and Colette walk you through how to identify what's truly toxic (versus what's simply growing pains in a relationship), how to recognize the toxic cycle before it repeats again, and what practical, Spirit-led steps you can take to protect your home and your heart. Whether you're in a struggling marriage, navigating a difficult friendship or family relationship, or you're dating and something feels off — this honest and encouraging conversation will give you the biblical lens and the practical tools you need to move forward with clarity and confidence. Bring hope home to your life today. 🏡 Schafferministries.com How Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the Quiz Follow us on Instagram Join our monthly newsletter Check out our books and products

    25 min
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Welcome to Bringing Hope Home with Bryce and Colette Schaffer! We're pastors, authors, and a couple who've been married for nearly 30 years, and we're here to help you build a peaceful, Christ-centered home. Each week, we dive into real talk about marriage, parenting, and family life from a biblical perspective. Whether you're newlyweds finding your way, parents in the thick of it, or a couple working to reconnect, we're bringing practical wisdom, honest conversations, and hope-filled encouragement straight to your earbuds. We believe your home can be your peaceful sanctuary - and we're here to help you create it, one episode at a time. Bring hope home to your life today!

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  • Creator
    Schaffer Ministries
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    168
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    © 2026 Bringing Hope Home
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