Abide and Thrive Podcast

Abide and Thrive is a podcast that shares encouragement on relationships. Drew and Kelsea invite you to walk with them as they follow Jesus together. Thriving in anything, relationships or not, is found by abiding in Christ. Tune in weekly to find hope and peace in singleness, dating, marriage, and more!

Spiritual Warfare Around Pornography

A lack of emotional submission to the Father can actually leave us vulnerable to the temptation of lust, specifically in pornography.Drew and Kelsea spend time discussing why living fully surrendered to God matters in our fight against sin. In fighting pornography, lines of defense, like accountability partners, porn-blocking apps, and removing phone access are all beneficial, AND we must also guard our emotions from the enemy. If you would like to donate to Abide & Thrive, visit https://abide-and-thrive.orgThis episode is sponsored byhttps://wagnersportschiropractic.com

09-23
35:32

Combating Negative Thoughts

Drew and Kelsea start by openly talking about how they struggled recording this episode due to their own negative thoughts. 2 Corinthians 10:5, Philippians 4:8, & 1 Peter 5:8 are all referenced. This is a Spirit-inspired episode discussing something that may seem trivial, but can be pivotal for our lives and relationships. One battlefield Satan attacks us is our minds, so it is imperative for us to adequately learn how to rebuke the enemy from our thoughts and consistently pursue a Kingdom mindset. To support this podcast, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donateThis episode is sponsored by https://wagnersportschiropractic.com

09-16
34:18

Kind Words Are Like Honey

Proverbs 16:24 says "Kind words are like honey - sweet to the soul and healing to the body." Drew and Kelsea model what it looks like to speak kind, healing words over each other. The hope is, by hearing this, listeners might be inspired to speak kind, healing words over spouses and loved ones in their lives as well. If this episode encouraged you, consider sowing into this podcast and visit: abide-and-thrive.org/donate

09-09
29:19

How Can I Have A More Peaceful Marriage?

Drew and Kelsea share thoughts on how to seek peace. They discuss what it looks like to be open to peace, speaking to each other and about each other in ways that would promote and protect peace. Other things talked about are vacation, pouring into their marriage, serving together, seeking peace in harsh work environments, and talking kindly about one's self to promote peace. To support this podcast financially, visitabide-and-thrive.org/donateEpisode sponsored by https://wagnersportschiropractic.com

09-02
25:26

Growing in Faith and Courage

Drew and Kelsea welcome you to Season 3 of the Abide & Thrive podcast! Throughout the episode they discuss how they have seen God at work in their own hearts over the past two years. All of this is shared so listeners can apply it to their own situations and walks with God. To support Abide & Thrive, visit https://abide-and-thrive.orgThis episode is sponsored by https://wagnersportschiropractic.com

09-02
34:06

Long Distance Dating

Drew and Kelsea discuss healthy ways to sustain a long distance dating relationship. Want to support this podcast? abide-and-thrive.org/donateInstagram: abide.thrive

05-07
35:29

Apologizing, Deeper Humility, and Being Best Friends

Drew & Kelsea talk about a few things they are actively learning in their marriage of 10.5 years (apologizing more authentically, growing in Christ doesn’t stop, leaning into the present good of marriage, and appreciating being best friends).Why won’t you apologize? - Harriet Learner https://a.co/d/4l3GhbyWant to support this podcast? Visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abide.thrive?igsh=MWIwNzU0cWtsam82eA==

04-30
32:49

Waiting In Singleness

Drew and Kelsea share a compassionate conversation about how hard waiting in a period of singleness can be. They offer empathetic suggestions and share resources. But mainly, they practice "seeing" those in the waiting. The 7 Myths of Singleness - Sam Allberry https://samallberry.com/booksGood Plans - Red Rocks Worship https://youtu.be/O-3lMrhm8HQ?si=TbkfSJekJWWb6rr0Psalm 139If you would like to support this podcast, please visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

04-23
33:21

Noticing God's Provision

Drew and Kelsea share a handful of their testimonies witnessing God being a faithful provider. To support this podcast, please donate to:www.abide-and-thrive.org/donate

04-16
31:21

How Do I Know?

Drew and Kelsea teach from Proverbs 2 to help listeners make wise decisions in any given circumstance. Want to support this podcast? Visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

04-09
25:48

Permission To Be Still

In a world of hurry and busy, we are called to be intentional with slowness and rest. Drew and Kelsea spend time in this episode talking about what they are learning on their journey of stillness. To support this ministry, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donateBook mentioned: Practicing The Way by John Mark ComerFor further study read the following: To Hell With The Hustle - Jefferson Bethke Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools - Tyler StatonInvitation To Solitude and Silence - Ruth Haley BartonWaiting Isn't A Waste - Mark VroegopThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - John Mark Comer

04-02
36:09

Relationship Green Flags From Scripture

In this episode, Drew and Kelsea offer green flags that come directly from the Bible! May this content be helpful for all your relationships, romantic or not.To support this podcast, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

03-26
22:18

Relationship Red Flags From Scripture

The Bible is full of relationship advice. In this episode, Drew and Kelsea offer a number of relationship red flags right out of the Bible. To support this podcast, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

03-12
24:08

Dating Discernment

In this episode Drew and Kelsea discuss the following questions about dating, that all ultimately land with discernment: What age is best to start dating? How long should I date before getting married? What age should I get married? What are some ways to keep your relationship spiritual? How do you bring God back into the dating process if he has faded? How do you start a conversation with a significant other to discuss expectations? What are godly ways to go from single, to dating, to engaged, to married? To support this podcast, please visit abide-and-thrive.org/donate

03-05
25:32

What To Do About Slander

Drew and Kelsea discuss what Disciples of Jesus are to do about slander. To support this ministry, visit abide-and-thrive.org/donateMajor scripture of influence: 1 Peter 2

02-26
28:15

Prayers For My Future Spouse

Drew and Kelsea discuss how they learned to pray for their future spouse, long before they ever met each other. They also briefly talk about the booklet they wrote "Prayers For My Future Spouse." Booklet link: https://a.co/d/3ImC3dkSupport this podcast: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

02-19
22:41

How To Date Well

Drew and Kelsea unpack different aspects of dating well. Culture is full of advice in this area, but it can be hard to discern what is spiritually beneficial. Hopefully, this episode will be helpful for those seeking to date more wisely.To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

02-12
31:21

The Little Things

Life is full of a million little moments that matter, though we don't often give them mind. Drew and Kelsea spend time talking about small moments of significance in their lives, and why these are important to their relationship.To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

02-05
24:59

Drew Talks About Lust (Part 2)

A follow up to the previous episode where Drew talked about lust in singleness. Now, Drew and Kelsea both continue the discussion about walking in step with the Spirit, and also explore lust within marriage.To support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

01-29
29:00

Drew Talks About Lust (Part 1)

Kelsea asks Drew questions about his experience navigating lust.Porn research and resource websites:https://www.covenanteyes.comhttps://fightthenewdrug.orghttps://exoduscry.comTo support and further this podcast, give to: https://abide-and-thrive.org/donate

11-20
23:51

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