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Welcome to the Expedition Marriage podcast—a place where you can find hope, encouragement, fun, and some practical tips for enjoying the journey of marriage. We are Chris & Jamie Bailey, Christian counselors and marriage coaches, and we’re excited to share with you all that we have learned about marriage, not only from our own marriage, but also as trained professionals.
Ep. 103: When Busy is TOO Busy
We live in a world that glorifies busyness, where our calendars are constantly packed, and our to-do lists seem never-ending. From demanding careers to family responsibilities and social commitments, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. And that’s exactly what we’re exploring today
Ep. 102: How to Fight Against the Enemy in Your Marriage
If you and your spouse seek to strengthen and protect your marriage by fighting against the Enemy, this episode is for you. We share invaluable insights and actionable advice to help you maintain your love, trust, and unity. Tune in and discover all the ways you can protect your marriage starting today.
Ep. 101: The Benefits of Marriage
You’ve probably heard about the consequences of divorce, but have you ever thought that if there are consequences of divorce, there must be benefits of marriage? On this episode, we’re chatting about the many amazing benefits of marriage, and we’re confident some of them will surprise you. Click play and give it a listen!
Ep. 100: Finding Grace in the Gray with special guest Mike Donehey
If you’re interested in learning to see the grace and good that are often hidden by your own limited perspectives and assumptions, then listen to today’s episode where our guest Mike Donehey, best-selling author, songwriter, singer, and former lead singer of Tenth Avenue North, will help you discover how to focus on the person standing before you more than the argument set against you.
Ep. 99: How to Keep the Sparks Alive
Are you wondering how in the world you can ever keep those sparks alive with all the busyness, work, parenting, or stress?Has your sex life or romantic life fizzled?
Ep. 98: How to Have a Joy-Filled Marriage
Is your marriage lacking joy? When is the last time you’ve done something fun just because? How long has it been since you’ve chosen joy or even chosen to rejoice in a hard season?
Ep. 97: How to Deal with a Grumpy Spouse
If you’re living with a grumpy spouse you know how frustrating it can be. Everything is just fine until you hear those grumbles or see that all-too-familiar grimace. It’s really hard to not walk on eggshells around your beloved grump, but doing that is not helping them or you! Tune in today to learn all about what you can do to help make a difference.
Ep. 96: Is My Marriage Over? (Part 2)
Have you ever wondered if any of the problems in your marriage would cause your marriage to end? In this episode, we will be sharing our thoughts, as Christian Counselors, on what others have determined to be signs your marriage is over. We have so much to say that this will be part one of a two-part series. Don’t miss it!
Ep. 95: Is My Marriage Over? (Part 1 of 2)
Have you ever wondered if any of the problems in your marriage would cause your marriage to end? In this episode, we will be sharing our thoughts, as Christian Counselors, on what others have determined to be signs your marriage is over. We have so much to say that this will be part one of a two-part series. Don’t miss it!
Ep. 94: Bad Trades in Marriage
If we offered you a bowl of stew would you give us your entire inheritance, assuming you were left a whole lot? Of course not! That would be a ridiculously bad trade. But believe it or not, someone in scripture did just that. Before you go judging, check out this episode to see if you might be making some bad trades yourself in your marriage. Join us for a candid and straightforward chat about bad trades in marriage.
Ep. 93: Sins in Marriage: Does Your Marriage Have Them? (Part 2 of 2)
Join us for Part 2 of this two-part series as we help you uncover those sins of erosion in your marriage that may be deceiving you into thinking that they’re not a big deal while slowly but surely they eat away at your marriage.
Ep. 92: Sins in Marriage: Does Your Marriage Have Them? (Part 1 of 2)
Would you be able to identify the sins that are in your marriage if you were asked what they were? Many people would struggle with this question and that’s because so many of these sins get brushed off as normal or no big deal, but the truth is, sin is sin and God wants it out of your marriage and your life. Join us today as we uncover what we refer to as the sins of erosion that you may not even know you have.
Ep. 91: Working Through Forgiveness and Finding Joy Again
If any form of pain has entered your marriage then you’ll know that it’s sometimes hard to forgive. You’ll also know that it can be even harder to move forward in that forgiveness. On today’s episode, we’re talking about how to get on the best path to finding your joy again as a couple once betrayal or an injury of any kind has happened. Click play and let’s go!
Ep. 90: Marriage or Kids First?
You vowed your life to your spouse, but you also love your kids tremendously and are meant to protect them with your life. So who do you put first? That decision may not be as difficult as you think. In fact, if you want to know how you can do BOTH, then listen to this episode today!
Ep. 89: When Your Husband Won’t Pray With You
A common complaint we hear in the marriage ministry field is that husbands aren’t praying with their wives. With something as powerful as prayer, it begs the question, why not? Well, perhaps it’s BECAUSE prayer is so powerful, and we have an enemy who doesn’t want us involved in anything that is as life-changing and glorifying to God as prayer. If this is representative of your marriage, be sure to join us for this important topic.
Ep. 88: The Best Gift You Can Give Your Spouse
If you’ve ever had the difficult thought about what you would do if you ever lost your spouse, you’re not alone. The downside to being in love is sometimes the immense fear that can come with it. Great love and great grief often travel together. On this episode, we’re talking about the most important thing you can give one another from here until eternity. And what we share will impact your marriage more than anything else! Join us for today’s chat!
Ep. 87: Things to Share with Your Spouse (Part 2)
Are there things you’re withholding in marriage? Do you feel like your marriage could be more connected or go a little deeper? If so, this episode will help you gain clarity and find encouragement as we continue our conversation on things you should be sharing with one another.
Ep. 86: Things to Share with Your Spouse
On the podcast - Is there ever anything you hold back from your spouse? Or do you ever feel they’re holding things back from you? Perhaps you’re...
Ep. 85: What Exactly is a Help Mate?
Have you ever heard the word helpmate and thought that it seems like an inferior role in your marriage? If so, you’re not alone. The truth is that couldn’t be further from the truth. A wife who understands what it means to be a helpmate, and who takes that role seriously holds amazing power and influence in the life of her husband. Listen in on this episode to make sure you have the proper definition and that you’re using this amazing influence over your husband for his good, the good of your marriage, and for God’s glory.
Ep.84: Are Negative Thoughts Affecting your Marriage?
On the podcast - Have you ever called your husband to have him not answer and your mind suddenly goes to thoughts of him being in an accident or...
Ep. 83: Navigating Holiday Finances without all the Stress with Julie Baumgardner
On the podcast - Are you a spender married to a saver, or perhaps the other way around? Do you usually agree on your Christmas spending budget, or...
Ep. 82: Say it Like you Mean it- A Reminder Every Couple Needs
When you stood at the altar and said your vows, do you think you really knew what you were saying? Did you have anything in mind for what the worse of the better or worse would look like?
Ep.81: How to Deal with a Defensive Spouse
Have you ever asked your spouse a simple question and they respond with a sharp tone as if you’ve personally attacked them? Does it sometimes seem that no matter what you say it gets taken the wrong way as if you’re out to get your spouse, except you’re really not at all?
Ep. 80: How to Get Your Spouse to Open Up to You
On the podcast - Having a spouse who doesn’t easily share with you can be challenging. It can feel so personal and make you wonder why they don’t...
Ep. 79: Sex in the Empty Nest
On the podcast - Do you ever wonder if great sex and intimacy will still be possible once the kids are grown and out of the house? The answer is...
Ep. 78: Don’t Let the Kids Kill your Romance
If you want to have a real conversation about the struggles of romance and parenting, and if you want to learn some ways to keep your romance alive during these childrearing years, then join us on
Ep. 77: Bad Reasons to Divorce
While divorce can be biblical and can be protective, it’s not meant for every situation. There are many marriage problems that can be fixed and redeemed, and yours just might be one of them.
Ep. 76: Must Have Marriage Habits
Goals and the motivation to go after them are great for your marriage, but it’s your daily habits that will truly get you where you want to be. It’s very likely that you have a bunch of little habits in your life that are shaping your marriage that you may not even be aware of. Join us on this episode to learn new and intentional habits for your marriage; habits that will help it become the marriage you desire.
Ep. 75: Spiritual Leadership
On the podcast - “My husband isn’t a spiritual leader.” “He never prays with me.” “He won’t do a devotion with me or the kids.” These are some...
Ep. 74: What to do with Triggers
On the podcast - Have you ever been triggered in your marriage? Or have you ever been on the opposite end of a trigger where suddenly you’re...
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*Disclaimer: The information discussed in this podcast is meant for entertainment purposes and is not meant to replace counseling or working with a trained healthcare professional.