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KEEP BUILDING YOUR STORY

The night doesn’t end here. What God begins in a moment, He often grows through intentional steps over time. This page is designed to help you keep investing in your marriage—because strong marriages don’t happen by accident, they’re built on purpose. Whether you’re looking for practical tools, Biblical encouragement, or simple ways to reconnect, these resources are here to help you take your next step. From books and podcasts to date ideas and discipleship opportunities like Re|Engage, each one is designed to help you grow closer to God and closer to each other. No matter your season—whether your marriage needs a spark, a reset, or a deeper foundation—you don’t have to figure it out alone. Keep leaning in, stay intentional, and keep writing a story that reflects Christ at the center.

MARRIAGE CHALLENGE

Small habits can lead to big change. Sign up to receive daily text encouragements designed to help husbands and wives take intentional steps toward love, leadership, service, and connection in everyday life.
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Re|Engage Marriage

Every marriage has room to grow. Re|Engage is a safe, grace-filled space where couples walk with others, hear stories of hope, and take steps toward deeper connection and healing. Whether your marriage is thriving or just surviving, you’re welcome here.Our next Re|Engage sessions begin in August 2026.

DATE NIGHTS

Healthy marriages need more than logistics conversations, they need joy, laughter, and time together. These simple date ideas are designed to help you reconnect without overthinking it, right here in Houston and beyond.

SERMON SERIES

Sometimes you just need to hear truth spoken clearly over your marriage again. These messages point you back to God’s design, His grace in every season, and what it looks like to build a marriage that lasts.
THE SONG OF US (Song of Solomon)

Relationships shape so much of our lives, but they are not always easy to navigate. In The Song of Us, we will walk through the book of Song of Solomon and explore God’s design for love and relationships, from attraction and dating to marriage, parenting, conflict, and intimacy. No matter your season, this series will help you build relationships that are healthy, lasting, and rooted in Him.

WED-LOCKED

Watch last year’s sermon series, “Wed-Locked”. This series will guide you through understanding God’s design and plan for marriage, conflict resolution skills, learned communication skills, and emotional intelligence. All to help you thrive in your marriage.

PODCASTS

Marriage conversations don’t have to stop when the event ends. These podcasts offer real, honest, and Biblical encouragement you can listen to on a drive, during a walk, or together after dinner.
How to Crush Marriage at Every Stage
Step Up with Chris Kouba
The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Kids
Step Up with Chris Kouba
Be the Man Your Family Needs: Stepping Up in the Home
Step Up with Chris Kouba
Answering the SPICIEST Questions ABout Marriage, S3X, and Gender Roles
Live Free with Josh Howerton
NEVER Say These 6 Things in a Fight (If You Want to Stay Married)
Live Free with Josh Howerton
#1 Secret to a Christian Marriage (It’s NOT What You Think)
Live Free with Josh Howerton
Eps 315: The Fight for Marriage
Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda
Eps 351: Sex by Design Pt 1
Live Free with Josh Howerton
Eps 352: Sex by Design Pt 2
Live Free with Josh Howerton

BOOKS

Some of the best growth happens slowly, one page at a time. These books are trusted resources that help you understand one another more deeply, strengthen communication, and center your marriage on Christ in everyday life.
The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
Tim Keller
Single, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life and Love in the Modern Age
Ben Stuart
Cherish: The One Word That Changes Everything for Your Marriage
Gary Thomas
Greater Joy TWOgether: A 52-Week Marriage Devotional
Ted Cunningham
Married Sex: A Christian Couple’s Guide to Reimagining Your Love Life
Gary Thomas & Debra K. Fileta
The Smart Stepfamily: Seven Steps to a Healthy Family
Ron L. Deal

MARRIAGE SERIES

Fierce Marriage
Ryan & Selena Frederick

Hosts Ryan and Selena Frederick discuss modern marriage issues with transparency, humor, and gospel-centeredness. Join in for honest conversations, light-hearted hilarity, and more than enough grace to go around.

Marriage after God
Aaron & Jennifer Smith

A top-rated Christian marriage podcast offering faith-filled conversations for couples who want to grow together in Christ. Whether you’re newlyweds or decades into marriage, this podcast equips you with Biblical advice, practical tips, and inspiring stories to strengthen your relationship and deepen your spiritual connection.

The Naked Marriage
Dave & Ashley Willis

The Naked Marriage invites couples to uncover God’s design for lifelong love. Through honest, faith-centered conversations, hosts Dave and Ashley Willis talk openly about challenges couples often face but rarely talk about. With wisdom, vulnerability, and humor, they offer fresh perspectives and practical ways to build a deeply connected marriage.

RIGHT NOW MEDIA SERIES

God’s Word is still the best foundation for your marriage. These Bible studies help you slow down, open Scripture together, and invite God into the rhythms and challenges of your relationship.

Start Here! In order to view the marriage series on Right Now Media, you must first sign up for a FREE! RightNow Media account through United City.

The Meaning of Marriage

6 Sessions with Tim & Kathy Keller

Sacred Marriage

6 Sessions with with Gary Thomas

Time-Starved Marriage

6 Sessions with Les & Leslie Parrott

Marriage: Built to Last

6 Sessions with Chip Ingram