The Will Spencer Podcast cover image

The Will Spencer Podcast

AARON SMITH - Finding Hope in Marriage: Glorifying God in Our Unions

Jan 17, 2025
01:34:04

Aaron Smith, co-founder of Marriage After God, articulates the essential role of faith in navigating the complexities of marriage and relationships. He reflects on his own journey, including the challenges he and his wife faced early in their marriage, and how those experiences shaped their mission to help others.

Smith emphasizes that both men and women have a vital part to play in fostering healthy relationships and that mentorship from older generations can significantly impact younger couples. He calls for a collective effort to strengthen the Christian community through intentional relationships, prayer, and a commitment to living out biblical principles in everyday life.

Takeaways:

  • Aaron Smith emphasizes the importance of trusting God in the pursuit of marriage and family.
  • He highlights that men often overthink their readiness for marriage due to societal pressures.
  • Smith encourages individuals to focus on personal growth before seeking a spouse.
  • He believes that prayer is a powerful tool for preparing oneself for marriage.
  • The conversation reveals the importance of older generations mentoring younger ones in faith.
  • Marriage is seen as a ministry, where couples can support and uplift each other spiritually.

CONNECT WITH AARON


🌟 The Will Spencer Podcast was formerly known as "The Renaissance of Men."

FOLLOW US FOR MORE


Buy Me a Coffee

FREE Men's Chastity Guide

Communications Powered by PaxMail

The Will Spencer Podcast is a weekly interview show featuring extended discussions with authors, leaders, and influencers who can help us make sense of our changing world today. I release new episodes every week on Friday.

ADVERTISERS

Mentioned in this episode:

Puritan Treasures

Reformation Heritage Books offers 16 Puritan classics full of wisdom that's sustained believers through centuries of challenge and change. Use code SPENCER for 10% off.

https://heritagebooks.org/

Cross & Stripes

Celebrate American craftsmanship with metalwork and apparel that's built to last. Use code SPENCER for 35% off your first order.

Cross & Stripes

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode