The Redeemed Marriage Podcast

Rusty and Heather Bryant
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Rusty and Heather guide couples as they encourage healthy marriages, heal wounded marriages, and begin restoration of broken marriages.

  1. 6H AGO

    Dating Then vs Now: When Love Took Effort

    In this episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, we found ourselves feeling a little nostalgic. With our oldest son’s wedding just days away and a Chicago concert on the calendar, it got us thinking back to when we first started dating and how much things have changed since the 80s and 90s. We started remembering what dating used to look like—waiting by the phone for a call, long conversations on a corded line, making mixtapes from the radio, writing notes, and actually planning out time together. Back then, intentionality wasn’t something you had to think about…it was just part of the process. Everything took a little more effort, a little more patience, and honestly, a little more heart. In this conversation, we talk through some of the biggest differences between dating then and now, and how the convenience we have today can sometimes crowd out the kind of pursuit that keeps a relationship strong. We laugh about some of those old memories—printed photos, handwritten notes, uninterrupted time together—but we also get honest about how easy it is now to settle for shallow connection, even though we’re more “connected” than ever. The big takeaway for us is this: relationships haven’t changed as much as the level of intentionality has. What used to be built in, we now have to choose. And if we’re not careful, we can drift into comfort without continuing to pursue one another. Our hope with this episode is to encourage you to bring some of that effort back into your marriage. Not in a forced or complicated way, but in simple, meaningful ways—planning time together, being fully present, and choosing connection over convenience. Because one of the greatest gifts in marriage is comfort, but the pursuit should never stop. Visit The Redeemed Marriage website Subscribe to our YouTube channel

    27 min

  2. APR 27

    When Life Gets Chaotic, Stay Connected

    We are in one of those seasons where life feels full in every possible way. From weddings and college transitions to demanding work schedules and hosting a team full of athletes for the summer, it is a lot. And if we are honest, it can feel overwhelming at times. In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain and inviting you into the real life messiness of what we are navigating right now. Not from a place of having it all figured out, but from a place of being intentional in the middle of it. We share what it looks like for us to fight for connection when everything around us is pulling for our attention. We talk about the importance of choosing to live unselfishly, even when we feel stretched thin, and how shifting our focus from our own frustrations to serving our spouse can change the entire tone of a season. We also walk through what it means to truly operate as a team, especially when life feels chaotic, and why clearly communicating expectations is so much more effective than hoping our spouse just gets it. Our hope is that this conversation helps you stop wishing away the busy seasons and instead learn how to navigate them with gratitude, intentionality, and a deeper reliance on God’s faithfulness so you can actually enjoy the journey together. Visit The Redeemed Marriage website Subscribe to our YouTube channel

    33 min

  3. APR 20

    Why Your Marriage Isn't Changing

    We used to believe that if we prayed hard enough, stayed hopeful enough, and just waited long enough… our marriage would eventually get better. But what we’ve learned—both personally and walking with other couples—is that real change doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you’re willing to step into it. In this episode, we talk about the tension so many couples feel: wanting something different, but feeling stuck in the same patterns. The truth is, breakthrough in your marriage often requires movement before you feel ready. It requires action before you see results. We share how healing begins when you’re willing to let old habits die—things like defensiveness, bitterness, and unforgiveness—and how choosing something new, even in small ways, can start to rebuild connection. We also talk about what to do when your faith feels weak, your hope feels distant, and you’re not sure you have what it takes to keep going. Sometimes, the first step is simply borrowing hope from someone who’s been there. If you’ve been waiting for your marriage to change, this episode is your reminder: you’re not powerless. There is a next step—and it might be closer than you think. Visit our website Subscribe to our YouTube channel

    33 min

  4. APR 13

    You Didn't Choose Them...You Chose You

    We open up about how that played out in our marriage—how selfishness drove decisions that caused real hurt, and how easy it would have been to stay stuck there. Heather shares honestly about what was going on beneath the surface, and Rusty talks about the temptation on the other side to hold onto pain, bitterness, and self-pity. What we’ve learned is that selfishness doesn’t just show up in big moments like infidelity or addiction. It shows up in everyday conflict, when everything starts to revolve around our needs, our expectations, and what we feel like we deserve. At the same time, we want to be really clear about what we’re not saying. There are situations where safety matters, where boundaries are necessary, and where choosing space or help is the right step. But for most of us, most of the time, the tension in our marriage can be traced back to this quiet, ongoing battle between “me” and “us.” Our hope in this conversation is to help you recognize where that might be showing up in your own heart, not to bring shame, but to invite something better. Because healing really begins when we stop asking, “What about me?” and start asking, “What would it look like to choose us today?” Visit our website Watch and subscribe on YouTube

    32 min

  5. APR 6

    Resurrection Is Possible in Your Marriage

    Resurrection is not just something we celebrate at Easter. It is something we can experience in our marriages. We know what it feels like to be stuck. We know what it feels like for things to seem lifeless, distant, or even beyond repair. But what we have learned is that what feels impossible to us is not impossible for God. If He can roll away a stone, He can move what feels stuck in your marriage. What looks dead may not be finished. It may just be waiting on Him to breathe life back into it. In this episode, we share five truths that have shaped our own story. We talk about inviting God into the broken places, believing that He can restore what feels too far gone, and trusting that He can turn even the hardest seasons into something meaningful and beautiful. Most importantly, we want you to hear this. Your story is not over. An empty tomb means your marriage still has a future. No matter where you are today, there is hope. Visit our website Subscribe to our YouTube channel

    25 min

  6. MAR 30

    24 Hours Can Change Your Marriage

    Sometimes we look at our marriage and feel overwhelmed by everything that needs to change. The conversations. The habits. The distance. The hurt. And if we’re honest… it can feel like too much. But what if you didn’t have to fix everything today? In this episode, we share a simple shift that God has been pressing on our hearts lately: focus on the next 24 hours. Not forever. Not five years from now. Just today. Because when you wake up and choose—just for today—to love your spouse well, to be patient, to be kind, to show up differently… something begins to change. The weight lifts. The pressure eases. And suddenly, growth feels possible again. We talk about how this “24-hour mindset” can bring clarity, reduce overwhelm, and help you become more intentional in your marriage—right where you are. And at the end, we share a powerful God story that reminded us of something we never want you to forget: God is in the details of your marriage. Even the ones you think He’s missed. Even the ones that feel small. Even the ones that feel delayed. This was a moment we couldn’t have planned—and it left us in awe of how personal and present God really is. If you’re feeling stuck, tired, or unsure where to start… this episode is for you. Visit our website Subscribe to our YouTube channel

    29 min

  7. MAR 23

    The Conversations You’re Afraid to Have

    In working with couples, one of the things we hear over and over again is that communication is their biggest struggle. But when we slow that down and really look at it, it’s often not just about what’s being said—it’s about what’s not being said. In this episode, we’re talking about the conversations we tend to avoid. The ones that feel risky, uncomfortable, or easier to just keep to ourselves. Whether it’s physical intimacy, finances, or that quiet, unsettling feeling that you’re starting to drift apart, these unspoken areas can slowly create distance in a marriage. We’ve been there ourselves, and we know how tempting it is to stay silent just to keep the peace. But what we’ve learned is that silence doesn’t protect connection—it erodes it. The longer things go unspoken, the more room there is for resentment to grow and for disconnection to take root. We also talk about the mental gymnastics so many of us do—rehearsing conversations in our heads, assuming the worst, and carrying things our spouse doesn’t even know exist. It’s exhausting, and it keeps us stuck. Our hope in this conversation is to give you a different way forward. We’re sharing practical ways to approach hard topics with grace, curiosity, and honesty so that those conversations can actually bring you closer instead of pushing you apart. You don’t have to stay stuck in the silence. There is a better way to be known, to be heard, and to reconnect with your spouse.' Visit our website Subscribe to our YouTube channel

    32 min

  8. MAR 16

    You Are Not the Only Couple Fighting This Battle

    This week on the Redeemed Marriage podcast, we are coming to you from our retreat home in Atlanta after spending several powerful days with couples who traveled here from across the country. Weeks like this always remind us of something that so many marriages forget in the middle of the struggle: you are not the only couple fighting this battle. When a marriage gets hard, it is easy to feel isolated. It is easy to believe that everyone else has it figured out while your relationship feels broken, tense, or distant. But sitting around the living room with couples this week reminded us again that so many people are carrying the same fears, the same frustrations, and the same quiet questions about whether their marriage can really change. If your marriage feels heavy right now, we want this conversation to remind you of something important. You are not alone. Your spouse is not your enemy. And no situation is beyond God’s ability to redeem. We see it every week sitting across from couples who once believed their story was over. There is always hope for redemption, and we are honored to be fighting for marriages alongside you. Subscribe to our YouTube channel Check out our Marriage Intensives Check out our Retreats

    24 min
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Rusty and Heather guide couples as they encourage healthy marriages, heal wounded marriages, and begin restoration of broken marriages.

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  • Creator
    Rusty and Heather Bryant
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    247
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Redeemed Marriage Podcast

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