You may find yourself praying, “Please, God, no more hard things.” Nicki Koziarz, author and speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries, knows how that feels. Doubt and disbelief can begin to creep into our lives without warning. 
 
In this episode, we sit down with Nicki and talk about the spiritual journey doubt can take us on and how to find hope in the hard places. We walk through her newest book, Flooded: The 5 Best Decisions to Make When Life Is Hard, and Doubt Is Rising.

Purchase it here: https://www.stopdivorce.org/FLOODED_p_335.html

Ep 100 Dealing with Doubt – with Nicki Koziarz

DeAnn joins Charlyne and Lori to talk about how a person can remain pure even when they are standing for marriage restoration. They discuss tips on how to set boundaries, being aware of temptations, and how important it is to stay close to the Lord for true success over temptation. They also share testimonies from others who have won the battle and even people who fell and realize what led to that fall. 

Outdated Book: https://www.stopdivorce.org/OUTDATED_p_338.html 

Staying Pure While You Stand: https://www.rejoiceministries.org/devotion/97677 

Testimony of a Restored Marriage: Life After Restoration: https://bit.ly/RMM_AfterRestoration 

The Journey to Restoration (Interview with Deann) Part 1: https://bit.ly/RMMDeann1 

The Journey to Restoration (Interview with Deann) Part 2: https://bit.ly/RMMDeann2

Ep 114 Waiting for Marriage Restoration: How to Stay Pure

Are you stuck in your circumstances and facing feelings of defeat? This episode is for you! Charlyne walks you through a Bible study packed with scripture, where you can learn how to walk in victory.

Ep 115 Stop Looking At Your Circumstances And Walk In Victory

In this episode, Charlyne sits down with DeAnn to discuss the journey DeAnn was on during her path to marriage restoration. Her marriage problems were evident from the beginning. 

You will be encouraged to hear DeAnn’s secret to waiting on God’s perfect timing, and how He equipped her to wait for that day she would hear the words, “Will you marry me?”

Ep 160 The Journey to Restoration – Part 1

This is the conclusion of Charlyne sitting down with DeAnn to discuss the journey she was on during her path to marriage restoration. Her marriage problems were evident from the beginning. 

You will be encouraged to hear DeAnn’s secret to waiting on God’s perfect timing, and how He equipped her to wait for that day she would hear the words, “Will you marry me?”

Ep 161 The Journey to Restoration – Part 2

In today’s episode, we will give an update on our recent request for prayer for Charlyne. We will then discuss the spiritual discipline of silence and solitude before the Lord. We will explain what that means and how you can grow in your Christian walk as you intentionally take time to be still before the Lord.

Ep 163 The Discipline of Solitude and an Update on Charlyne

We are discussing the spiritual discipline of Bible reading in today’s episode. There are many benefits to reading God’s Word, which we will discuss. We also share a few tips on how you can interact with the Bible and tools to use if you would like to understand better what it is saying.

The Discipline of Solitude
https://rejoiceministries.org/ep-163-the-discipline-of-solitude/


Rejoice Marriage Ministries Store
https://rejoiceministriesbookstore.myshopify.com/

Ep 166 The Importance of Reading the Bible

Charlyne is back for this episode! We catch up on how she is doing and talk about the times of hardship we will all face at some point. 

Do you get bitter or better when you walk through a time of difficulty? Do you tend to blame God, or do you find that your faith has been strengthened on those hard days? You will leave this episode prepared to face a battle with God’s word in your tool chest. 

Share your testimony: 888-509-1463

Ep 167 How to Handle Times of Hardship

Christina and Tim entered their marriage like many others declaring that divorce would never be an option. Years later, a secret life, communication issues, and a desire to avoid conflict led to problems arising in their marriage. 

It seemed as if there was no hope for a future together until Christina’s relative shared the miracle God did in her own marriage. This episode will be a wonderful reminder of God’s mercy in each of our lives.


Year-end Giving
https://rejoiceministries.org/year-end-giving/


Cari And Ryan’s Remarriage Video
https://youtu.be/AljWPddNDgw


Cari And Ryan’s Restored Marriage Update
https://youtu.be/YmM3_3dubLU


100 Days of Faith Over Fear Book
https://rejoiceministriesbookstore.myshopify.com/products/100-days-of-faith-over-fear

Ep 169 Testimony of a Restored Marriage – Christina & Tim

In today’s episode, Lori shares four things the Lord has been teaching her and how it can apply to your life as you seek the Lord for answers to prayers.


Year-end Giving
https://rejoiceministries.org/year-end-giving/


12 Days Of… by Bob Steinkamp
https://rejoiceministriesbookstore.myshopify.com/products/the-twelve-days-of


Pastor Resources
https://rejoiceministries.org/pastor-resources/

Ep 170 It’s Not About You – How to Trust God in the Waiting

When an affair threatened to tear apart the marriage of Josh and Katie, they had a choice to make. Were they willing to S.T.A.Y. and believe that God could bring about a new marriage or would they give up? 

In their book, they break down the process of staying in your marriage using the word STAY. If you are in a season of evaluating your marriage and trying to decide what God’s will is, this episode will help encourage you as you seek the Lord in your relationship. 

Order a copy of New Marriage, Same Couple
https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/new-marriage-same-couple/

Ep 171 New Marriage, Same Couple with Josh and Katie Walters

Rhonda’s world came crashing down when she found out about her husband’s affair. Months before this revelation, a friend had told her about Rejoice Marriage Ministries and the Charlyne Cares devotionals. 

Rhonda started praying and began seeing the Bible come alive to her in a new way. She started hearing from God and interceding for her husband’s life to be transformed. She began to see that transformation when her husband would contact her and say things like, “Don’t give up on me.” 

In this episode, you will be reminded how faithful God is even when we are walking through a wilderness.

Ep 172 Testimony of a Restored Marriage – Rhonda and Mike

It can be hard to feel like you are the only one in your marriage who wants to fight for your marriage, but it only takes one person to start the process. Will you be the one to stand up and start praying for the restoration of your marriage relationship? 

In this episode, we talk about ways to get help when you notice struggles in your marriage. We also share practical ways to stand strong as you pray for restoration. 

The Twelve Days of… by Bob Steinkamp
https://rejoiceministriesbookstore.myshopify.com/products/the-twelve-days-of

Ep 173 How to Fight for Your Marriage

Every relationship faces challenges, but it's how we navigate through them that truly defines the strength of our bond. 

When a couple is chasing Oneness in Christ, those obstacles may be dealt with head-on, but what happens when one spouse is shut down and refuses to work on a deeper connection in your relationship? Or how do you handle fighting for a marriage when your spouse has left the home? 

This episode will help you discover opportunities for growth as you look to the Lord for direction in your marriage.

Sign up for the 30-day prayer prompts here:

30 Days of Prayer for Your Prodigal
https://mailchi.mp/9490aac2b7c3/30-days-prodigal

30 Days of Prayer for Your Husband
https://mailchi.mp/48f69c912523/30-days-husband

30 Days of Prayer for Your Wife
https://mailchi.mp/787bb6fde97b/30-days-wife

Ep 174 Overcoming Obstacles in Your Marriage

Rejoice Marriage Ministries is celebrating our 30th anniversary! We have been walking down memory lane and remembering all the ways God has grown our faith as we watch Him change lives and transform marriages. 

You will hear how Rejoice Marriage Ministries began and some of the struggles and triumphs along the way. Stick around until the end and listen to a special announcement.

Get on the 30th Anniversary Celebration waitlist here:
https://go.rejoiceministries.org/anniversary-waitlist

Ep 175 Thirty Years Strong! Celebrating Miracles and a Fun Announcement

Forgiving each other is talked about very clearly in the Bible, yet we often make it difficult. Dr. Bruce Hebel and his wife Toni are our guests on this episode. They share their journey to finding healing through forgiving forward. They will discuss why it is important to forgive, share Biblical truth behind the power of forgiving and give you practical steps to find freedom in forgiveness. 

You will better understand why Jesus is the only one who can pay the full debt of sin, uncover obstacles to forgiveness, and learn how to apply their protocols to your own life so you can find healing. 

Forgiving Forward Ministries
https://www.forgivingforward.com

Ep 176 Learning How to Forgive with Dr. Bruce and Toni Hebel

Chris and Steph thought they were living a fairytale romance. They both grew up in church, met as teenagers, married, and started their lives together, serving God. Everything seemed to be going well, until it wasn’t.

Chris was struggling with his faith and decided a divorce and walking away from God would help answer the many questions he had. Through the mercy of Christ, He had other plans for Chris and Steph. Plans to bring a miracle out of the dust.

Learn more about Chris & Steph
https://youtu.be/bmH9kQOZ0vg

Out of the Dust Music
https://outofthedustmusic.com/home

Ep 177 Testimony of a Restored Marriage – Chris & Steph

We have been focusing on forgiveness lately in recent episodes and want to continue that topic. Have you ever wondered if your spouse is worthy of your forgiveness? “If God can forgive me for the things I have done, I can forgive my husband and fight for my marriage.” Lori, a woman who is standing for the healing of her marriage, spoke those powerful words.

As Lori, a stander in Georgia, shared her testimony publicly, she reminded herself of why she decided to fight for her marriage. We can forgive just as we have been forgiven. This flashback episode will strengthen your resolve to forgive your spouse and encourage you to pray for your marriage to be all God wants.

Ep 178 Should I Forgive My Spouse

Comedian Jeff Allen joins us to talk about overcoming alcoholism, drug addiction, and a failing marriage. Jeff was once filled with anger and trying all the world had to offer to find peace.

God’s perfect timing led Jeff to surrender his life to Christ. Jeff finally experienced the peace he had been searching for. Hear what made Jeff and his wife Tammy tear up their divorce papers and what is happening in their marriage.

Are We There Yet?: My Journey from a Messed Up to Meaningful Life
https://www.amazon.com/Are-We-There-Yet-Meaningful/dp/1684514827

Ep 179 From a Messed up to Meaningful Life with Comedian Jeff Allen

You may remember the testimony we shared from Brad and Anne. Their situation looked impossible. Brad was in prison both spiritually and physically. He surrendered his life to God and saw his life and marriage restored.

Since their restoration, Anne wrote a book sharing the work God did in their lives. We sat down with Brad and Anne and got an update on life since we last spoke. Stay tuned after our talk, and you will hear their original testimony.

Beauty from Ashes Book
https://annemitchellwriting.com/

Ep 180 Beauty from Ashes – Update with Brad and Anne

Mary has been fighting for marriage restoration for a long time. We know how weary a person can become in a season of waiting, but you won’t see that in Mary right now. While there have been seasons that have been challenging, Mary tells us how the Lord has sustained her in the waiting. In this episode, Mary will share her story and testimony of God’s faithfulness in her life. 

Whether you have been waiting for restoration for a long time or are new to the journey, Mary’s words and her profound dependence on the Lord will resonate with you. Her story is not just about her, it's about all of us who have experienced the pain of waiting and the hope of restoration.


How To Keep Your In-Law Relationships Strong After Separation or Divorce
https://rejoiceministries.org/ep-129-how-to-keep-your-in-law-relationships-strong-after-separation-or-divorce/

Ep 181 Are You Willing to Wait for God’s Timing in Your Life?

This is the full replay of the LIVE Rejoice Pompano Bible Study from February 2016.

Rejoice Pompano Bible Study - February 2016

What part do you play in strengthening your marriage?

Strengthening Your Marriage by Pastor Max Yeary

God's Purpose Will Prevail by Pastor Max Yeary

Charlyne had two restored couples, Vince & Pauline and Sondra & Andy as guests on this pre Valentines Day conference call.  This call offers support for the stander as well as the prodigal.

FEBRUARY 13, 2011 CONFERENCE CALL


On this call Charlyne shared hope for you to stand firm for your marriage. She was also joined by Greg and Missy who shared about their restored marriage. The call was concluded in a time of prayer with prayer warriors lifting up all standers, prodigals, and families.


April 18, 2016 CONFERENCE CALL

On this special call Charlyne was joined by restored couple, Pam and Jeff from Michigan. They shared about their marriage, divorce, and the ultimate restoration. It is a great testimony of forgiveness that will surely bless you. There is also a teaching from Charlyne and the call concludes with a time of prayer.

May 16, 2016 CONFERENCE CALL

On this Conference Call Charlyne shared a teaching to encourage you during your stand. She then spent some time answering questions that were submitted this past weekend from standers around the world. Take some time to listen today for some encouragement, and some of your questions could have been answered on this call.

June 20, 2016 CONFERENCE CALL

On this call Charlyne was joined by Rusty, Jim and David. They are all standing for their marriage and also contribute to our Standing Firm Men’s Devotional. This call gave a great perspective into standing from the male point of view. They also discussed practices and pitfalls they each encountered in their stand that will apply to everyone.

June 22, 2017 Conference Call

After ten years of praying for her husband’s anger and addiction issues, Amy gave up. Well-meaning loved ones wanted her to move on. But God! He had started a work in Tom’s life, and He wasn’t done with him yet. In today’s episode, you will hear their amazing story of hope and healing in their family. You will see how God softened the hardened heart of His child and chased after a wayward son. They would have had a very different outcome if each of them continued in their selfish ways and refused to submit to God. 

Resources:
 
Other testimonies from couples with restored marriages – https://www.stopdivorce.org/Testimonies_c_42.html

Purposed Marriage – https://purposedmarriage.wordpress.com/

Setting Captives Free Ministry – https://settingcaptivesfree.com/

Ep 62 Testimony of a Restored Marriage – Tom & Amy

Rejoice Marriage Ministries, Inc, a nonprofit organization based in Pompano Beach, Florida and encouraging men and women in troubled and broken marriages around the world. Our message is that God heals hurting marriages.

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