Have you ever found yourself stuck in the same frustrating cycle with your spouse? In this episode, Rebekah and Gabe explore the four "dysfunctional dances" that couples fall into during conflict. They reveal that half of marriages operate in an intense dance (where both partners have strong opinions and high energy), while many others retreat into silence, anxiety, or avoidance.Whether you're dealing with hurt that triggers stonewalling, anger that leads to shouting matches, fear that creates walking on eggshells, or guilt that keeps everything surface-level, this conversation helps identify your unique pattern. Hear personal experiences of how these unhealthy cycles keep couples emotionally disconnected and how naming your dance is the first step toward breaking free. You'll learn why summer is particularly challenging for marriages and how to reset your relationship before the most stressful seasons hit.Take the What's Your Dance Quiz:rebekahlyons.com/quizOrder The Fight for Us:https://a.co/d/aJehu4fFree Gifts when You Order Now:Get Our Free Masterclass, Growth & Connection Toolkit, Emotional Health for Marriages Course and More at https://rebekahlyons.com/marriage
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The #1 Threat To Your Marriage: Jonathan Pokluda
Ever feel like your spouse is the villain in your marriage story? In this honest conversation, Rebekah and Gabe Lyons sit down with pastor Jonathan Pokluda ("JP") who challenges that narrative with a powerful truth: the real enemy isn't who you think it is. JP vulnerably shares how he and his wife Monica found themselves stuck in a dysfunctional dance after 21 years, and how a conversation with Gabe and Rebekah became "literally life-changing" for their marriage.You'll learn how the enemy's favorite tactic is getting you to believe your spouse is "crazy" or the problem, while the path to healing comes through confession, prayer, and fighting for—not against—each other. Whether you're experiencing an intense, silent, avoidant, or anxious marriage, this conversation offers hope that you can overcome what divides and build a marriage that thrives.Order The Fight for Us:https://a.co/d/aJehu4fFree Gifts when You Order Now:Get Our Free Masterclass, Growth & Connection Toolkit, Emotional Health for Marriages Course and More at https://rebekahlyons.com/marriage
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The Fight For Us: 7 Weeks to Renew Your Marriage
In this heartfelt season opener, Rebekah and Gabe Lyons introduce their new series "The Fight For Us" based on their upcoming book. After 28 years of marriage, they share why they're passionate about helping couples move from fighting against each other to fighting for their relationship. Drawing from their own struggles and healing journey, they explain how the Christian marriage covenant isn't just about staying together but thriving together. They preview upcoming conversations with guests including Hillary Scott and Chris Tyrell from Lady A, Willie and Korie Robertson, Dr. Morgan Cutlip, and more who will address topics like emotional connection, community support, and maintaining intimacy. This season offers practical tools for couples in any stage of marriage to discover deeper connection.Order The Fight for Us:https://a.co/d/aJehu4fFree Gifts when You Order Now:Get Our Free Masterclass, Growth & Connection Toolkit, Emotional Health for Marriages Course and More at https://rebekahlyons.com/marriage
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Replace Lies, Foster Hope: Tori Hope Petersen
In this episode of Rhythms for Life, Rebekah Lyons has a conversation with Tori Hope Petersen, speaker, Bible teacher, and bestselling author of Fostered and Breaking the Patterns that Break You. Tori shares her inspiring journey of living in 12 different homes in the foster care system, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and lessons she learned along the way. Rebekah and Tori discuss the importance of advocating for foster care and the power of community support. Tune in to hear how Tori's personal experiences have shaped her work and mission to not only empower foster youth, but help people identify and overcome destructive patterns in their lives. This heartfelt discussion is filled with wisdom and practical insights that you won't want to miss!RESOURCES:Check out Tori’s work, including her books:Fostered: One Woman’s Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster CareBreaking the Patterns that Break You: Healing from the Pain of Your Past and Finding Real Hope that Lasts. Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:Participate in THINQ’s “Let’s Talk Tech Detox.” Bring the 28-Day Digital Fast to your family, workplace, or church.Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 in Nashville, TN.More from the THINQ Podcast Network:THINQ Media Podcast with Gabe LyonsThe InFormed Parent with Suzanne PhillipsNextUp with Grant SkeldonNeuroFaith with Curt ThompsonUnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons
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Radical Humility: Zach Meerkreebs
In this episode of Rhythms for Life, Rebekah and Gabe Lyons sit down with Zach Meerkreebs, author of Lower: Igniting Spiritual Awakening Through Radical Humility.Zach shares how he and tens of thousands across the world experienced the presence of God through the Asbury Outpouring in February, 2023, putting him on a path to discover how radical humility and authentic love collide.Listen in as Zach gives insights on how to go “lower” as a daily practice to behold God in a powerful way.RESOURCES:Check out Zach’s book, Lower: Igniting Spiritual Awakening Through Radical Humility.Learn more about the Asbury Outpouring.Check out more resources mentioned on humility in this episode, including Andrew Murray’s book Humility: The Journey Toward Holiness and Tim Keller’s book The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness: The Path to True Christian Joy.Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:Participate in THINQ’s “Let’s Talk Tech Detox.”Bring the 28-Day Digital Fast to your family, workplace, or church.Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 in Nashville, TN.More from the THINQ Podcast Network:THINQ Media Podcast with Gabe LyonsThe InFormed Parent with Suzanne PhillipsNextUp with Grant SkeldonNeuroFaith with Curt ThompsonUnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons
Are you managing stress or is your stress managing you? What practical steps can you take each day for sustained emotional, spiritual and relational health? In the Rhythms for Life podcast, authors, speakers, and founders of THINQ Media, Gabe Lyons and Rebekah Lyons, invite listeners to journey with them and expert guests into transparent conversations brimming with practical advice. From artists, nutritionists and psychologists to thought leaders, advocates and entrepreneurs, listeners will meet expert guides that will help them keep stress and anxiety at bay and pursue everyday moments of abundance by establishing four life-giving rhythms: rest, restore, connect, and create.
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