The Family Discipleship Podcast

Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant discuss how the stories we tell ourselves have an impact on our marriage.Questions Covered in This Episode:What comes to mind when you hear the phrase, “I was telling myself a different story”? Are there any persistent false narratives that tend to repeat themselves in a marriage?How does our personal history shape the stories we tell ourselves? How does making assumptions about our spouse hurt our relationship?  What does it mean to take our thoughts captive (2 Corinthians 10:5)? If false stories thrive in the dark, what should we do with them?Is it possible to not be defensive when someone shares the assumption they made about you?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:2 Corinthians 10:5 Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant talk about why parenting as a team is important.Questions Covered in This Episode:What comes to mind when you hear the phrase, “Being a team”? How does this go poorly?What about the dynamic where one parent is always the fun parent and the other one is the disciplinarian?What about when one parent is undermining the other one?How can a couple get on the same page with the way they parent?Does 50/50 parenting responsibility work?What is the detriment if only one parent decides to spiritually lead the family?How does a couple make decisions if they are struggling to agree? Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant have a conversation about what it looks like to be a supportive spouse.Questions Covered in This Episode:What comes to mind when you think of a supportive spouse?Why do people (particularly men) have such a hard time asking for help?If you’re struggling with something, how do you communicate to your spouse that you could use some support?What would a healthy routine of checking in on your spouse look like?How can a spouse support their spouse who is struggling spiritually?How can someone support a spouse who is struggling emotionally?How do you support a spouse through physical struggle?How would you advise someone to approach their spouse if they are feeling unsupported?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Marriage: Listening Like Jesus“Spurgeon's Sorrows” by Zack Eswine Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant discuss what contemptuousness looks like in a marriage vs. what compassion looks like.Questions Covered in This Episode:What are common pet peeves in a marriage?What are schmet schmeeves in a marriage?How does contempt and compassion show up in a marriage?What is contempt?How do we know when the person at fault is the person who is feeling contempt?What happens in a marriage when you try to be a judge?What are the best characteristics of a judge?What comes to mind when you think of Jesus in situations where he was tempted to be bothered?How can showing compassion to our spouse influence our kids?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Matthew 18:1-4, Matthew 26:36–46, Luke 5, John 21, Matthew 18:21-35 Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant have a conversation about how Godly friendships can bless a marriage.Questions Covered in This Episode:How can friendships be a blessing to a Christian marriage?Why do we hear things from our friends in ways we don’t from our spouse?What would you say to someone whose spouse's friends are not a blessing?Does your family have family friends?How have you created space for friendships?How can someone practically carve out that time in their own marriage?What role can and should the local church play in providing community for a family?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Matthew 5:29-32Human Trafficking Institute“Made for People” by Justin Whitmel Earley“Friend-ish” by Kelly Needham Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Discover the transformative power of listening in marriage as the hosts discuss how genuine attention can strengthen family bonds. They share insights on Jesus’ exemplary listening skills and the impact of compassionate engagement in relationships. Personal anecdotes highlight the challenges couples face amidst parenting distractions. Learn practical strategies to improve communication and navigate emotions, emphasizing the importance of addressing conflict with understanding. This engaging conversation is a roadmap to deeper connections and personal growth.

Discover how different strengths and weaknesses shape marriages. The conversation dives into the harmful habit of comparing your best to your partner’s worst and the importance of compassion. Embracing individual differences is vital for a supportive relationship. The hosts reflect on the role of spiritual leadership and the impact of strong marital bonds on parenting. They also discuss humility, gratitude, and the transformative power of prayer and forgiveness in strengthening bonds. Personal anecdotes add depth to their insightful guidance.

Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant discuss how seeing things differently from your spouse can actually be a gift in marriage.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why would a podcast that’s all about Family Discipleship spend a season talking about Marriage?When did the Bryant Family start?Should couples expect to see things differently?How does this play out in your marriage?Why do you think the desire to have our way is such a common struggle in marriage? How does pride play a role in the conflicts that arise from differing viewpoints?How can couples create a safe space for both partners to express their perspectives? How can prayers for empathy transform the way we approach disagreements in marriage?What if my spouse’s opinions are truly ungodly?What would it look like if a spouse owned everything they could when it came to seeing things differently? What would it look like if we held nothing against our spouse when it came to having a different viewpoint? Resources Mentioned in this Episode:“A Severe Mercy” Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam Griffin and Chelsea Griffin discuss some of the ground rules they have for their own marriage and how it helps their marriage flourish. Questions Covered in This Episode:What’s going on in our lives?What resources do we have coming out?What group have we been meeting with and what have we been talking about with them?What are the “ground rules” for the Griffin marriage?Why is it important to assume the best?What about people who decide not to share their locations or passwords?How do we talk about our spouses when they are not around?How do we handle conflict?How do we communicate expectations?What are our rules for watching others “undress”?What is the story you are telling yourself?How do we invite other voices into our marriage?Where do you see the gospel in marriage?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:“What Will You Teach Me” by Adam Griffin“The Boy Who Was Bold” by Adam Griffin“When Wrong Seems Right” by Adam Griffin Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Season 8 of the Family Discipleship podcast begins on January 27th! In this episode, Adam Griffin previews what is to come in Season 8.Questions Covered in This Episode:What are we covering this season?Who is this season for? Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.