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Covenant Army Marriage Podcast
Hosted by Brent & Lucy Howell · EN
Covenant Army Marriage is a movement for husbands and wives who refuse to retreat. We train couples to fight for unity, guard their covenant, and stand firm against the spiritual attacks designed to divide them. If you’re tired of passive marriage advice and ready to build a relationship forged in purpose, discipline, and Christ-centered strength — welcome to the Covenant Army.
One Flesh. One Fight. Unified in Christ.
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Why Unforgiveness Is a Demonic Doorway In Marriage
6d ago00:41:54Tap to summarizeWhat if the greatest threat to your marriage isn't the argument you're having, but the offense you refuse to release?In this powerful episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy tackle one of the most underestimated threats to a covenant marriage: unforgiveness.Unresolved offenses don't simply disappear. They can become bitterness, resentment, contempt, emotional withdrawal, intimacy problems, spiritual dryness, and division within your home. More importantly, Scripture warns us that unresolved anger can give the enemy a foothold.Brent and Lucy break down what unforgiveness really is, how it quietly manifests in marriage, and why forgiveness does not mean pretending the hurt never happened, restoring trust instantly, or removing necessary boundaries.You'll discover:• How unforgiveness can create spiritual and emotional territory for the enemy• The difference between pain, forgiveness, trust, and reconciliation• Five warning signs that unforgiveness may be operating in your marriage• Why keeping a mental scorecard is destroying intimacy• How unforgiveness can affect your prayer life and spiritual intimacy• Practical steps to identify, release, and close the door on bitterness• Why forgiveness is a decision of obedience, not a feeling• How couples can handle old wounds when painful memories resurface• Why husbands and wives must learn to fight together instead of fighting each otherThis episode also includes a deeply personal testimony about the freedom that came when unforgiveness was finally surrendered to God.If there is an offense you've been carrying for months or even years, this conversation may be the wake up call your marriage needs.You can't close a door you refuse to identify.It's time to stop keeping score, release the debt to God, and protect the covenant.Listen now, and remember:One Flesh. One Fight. One Mission.Chapters00:00 The Wall of Unresolved Offenses in Marriage02:11 Unforgiveness as a Demonic Doorway04:04 The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant and Its Lessons06:51 The Spiritual Consequences of Unforgiveness10:09 Practical Steps to Forgive and Close the Door15:07 The Power of Daily Forgiveness and Accountability19:59 Misconceptions About Forgiveness, Trust, and Reconciliation24:50 Renouncing Unforgiveness and Closing Spiritual Doors30:11 The Role of Prayer and Faith in Healing
Transcribe →Eternity-Minded Marriage: Why Most Couples Fail
2w ago00:49:10Tap to summarizeIs your marriage focused on temporary happiness or eternal purpose?In this powerful episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy challenge Christian couples to shift their perspective from the distractions of everyday life to God's eternal calling for marriage. Discover how a biblical marriage is designed to glorify Christ, strengthen your relationship, and prepare both husband and wife for eternity.Through practical marriage advice, personal stories, and biblical teaching, you'll learn why every conversation, every decision, and every act of love matters. If you're looking to build a stronger Christian marriage rooted in God's Word, this episode will encourage you to stop merely surviving marriage and start living with eternal purpose.Whether you're newly married, have been together for decades, or are navigating a difficult season, this marriage podcast offers biblical encouragement and practical tools to help Christian couples grow closer to God and each other.In This Episode:• How an eternal mindset transforms your Christian marriage• Why marriage is about more than happiness and comfort• Practical biblical marriage habits that strengthen your relationship• How to pray, study Scripture, and serve God together as a couple• Raising the next generation with a lasting spiritual legacy• Marriage advice for staying united through life's temporary strugglesIf you're searching for practical Christian marriage advice, biblical marriage encouragement, or a marriage podcast that keeps Jesus at the center, this episode is for you.Scriptures: Colossians 3:2, 2 Corinthians 4:17–18, Hebrews 10:24, Psalm 78:4–7, Romans 10:9Chapters00:00 Introduction: The Urgency of Eternity in Marriage02:02 Reflecting on the Summer Break and Spiritual Renewal03:54 The History and Significance of St. Augustine, Florida06:15 The Call to Prepare for Eternity, Not Just Earthly Life08:06 Marriage as a Reflection of Christ and Discipleship12:07 The Power of God's Word and Spiritual Transformation15:11 Refining Through Marriage and Overcoming Selfishness17:54 Focusing on Eternal Priorities in Daily Life22:00 The Importance of Prayer, Bible Study, and Spiritual Discipline28:02 Teaching the Next Generation About Eternity34:00 Practical Steps to Keep Eternity in Focus40:00 Serving Others and Spreading the Gospel as a Couple43:05 Closing Prayer and Call to ActionSubscribe to the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast for weekly biblical marriage teaching, Christian relationship encouragement, and practical tools to help husbands and wives fight for their marriage, stay united, and fulfill God's purpose together.Click the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
Transcribe →The Battle Inside Your Head Is Destroying Your Relationship
Jun 2400:22:55Tap to summarizeWhat if the greatest threat to your marriage isn't financial stress, poor communication, or even unresolved conflict? What if the real battle is happening in your mind?In this powerful episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy unpack the life changing truth of Romans 12:2 and reveal how renewing your mind can completely transform your marriage. Discover how worldly thinking creates resentment, division, and scorekeeping, while God's truth produces unity, peace, and covenant love.You'll learn:• Why negative thought patterns are silently sabotaging your marriage • How to stop seeing your spouse as the enemy and start seeing them as your teammate • The difference between a contractual mindset and a covenant mindset • Three practical daily strategies to renew your mind and strengthen your marriage • How taking thoughts captive can prevent unnecessary conflict and restore connection • Why changing your mind is often the first step to changing your marriageBrent and Lucy also share personal experiences from their own marriage, offering practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for couples facing daily battles. Plus, they present the hope of the Gospel and explain how a relationship with Jesus Christ is the ultimate foundation for a thriving marriage.If you're tired of living in cycles of frustration and want to experience God's good, pleasing, and perfect will for your marriage, this episode is for you.When you change your mind, you change your marriage.Listen now and learn how to win the battle for your thoughts, protect your covenant, and build a marriage that stands strong through every season.For marriage resources, training, and community support, visit Covenant Army Marriage.Chapters00:00 The Battlefield of the Mind in Marriage04:54 Transforming Your Mind for a Stronger Marriage09:35 Practical Steps to Renew Your Mind14:25 The Power of Faith in MarriageClick the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
Transcribe →The Oldest Battle Plan Against Your Marriage (Don't Ignore This)
Jun 1700:45:48Tap to summarizeThe enemy's strategy against marriage hasn't changed since the Garden of Eden.In this powerful episode of Covenant Army Marriage, Brent and Lucy expose the enemy's oldest battle plan against husbands and wives and reveal how the same three temptations used against Eve and Jesus are still being used to attack marriages today: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life.Discover how these hidden attacks often show up as arguments, distance, bitterness, pornography, comparison, control, and selfishness, and learn why many couples spend years fighting symptoms while missing the real source of the battle.In this episode, you'll learn:Why the enemy targets marriage so aggressivelyHow comparison quietly destroys covenantWhy pride is one of the most dangerous forces in a relationshipHow Jesus defeated temptation and what that means for your marriagePractical battle strategies to protect and strengthen your covenantWhy couples who pray, fast, and stay in God's Word together become difficult to divideThis is more than a marriage conversation. It's a spiritual battle plan. If you're ready to stop fighting each other and start fighting for your covenant together, this episode will encourage, challenge, and equip you to stand shoulder to shoulder against the real enemy.What God has joined together, the enemy wants to separate. But in Christ, husband and wife can fight as one and walk in victory.🎧 Listen now and discover how to recognize the enemy's schemes, protect your marriage, and fight for the covenant God has entrusted to you.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Enemy's Tactics Against Marriage05:37 Understanding the Enemy's Strategy11:34 The Lust of the Flesh: Temptations in Marriage22:53 The Lust of the Eyes: Seeking Power and Influence23:47 The Illusion of Shortcuts28:44 The Dangers of Comparison33:38 Guarding Against Temptation37:44 Strategies for Humility and Reconciliation40:50 Recognizing the Real EnemyClick the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
Transcribe →Is Your Smartphone Destroying Your Marriage?
Jun 1001:00:32Tap to summarizeIs your marriage being quietly pulled apart by the device in your pocket?In this powerful episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy expose the hidden threat of micro infidelity and how seemingly harmless digital habits can slowly erode trust, intimacy, and emotional connection in marriage. From social media interactions and private messages to the constant pursuit of online validation, they reveal how the enemy uses subtle compromises to create cracks in even the strongest relationships.Drawing from biblical truth and their own marriage journey, Brent and Lucy discuss practical ways couples can establish healthy digital boundaries, embrace radical transparency, and reclaim emotional exclusivity within their covenant. They share real life struggles, victories, and safeguards that have helped protect their marriage while serving in ministry in an increasingly connected world.In this episode, you'll discover:• What micro infidelity is and why it is so dangerous• How social media and digital distractions can weaken marital intimacy• The warning signs that emotional boundaries are being crossed• Practical digital guardrails every Christian couple should consider• How to rebuild trust, strengthen transparency, and protect your covenant• Biblical principles for guarding your heart in a digital ageWhether your marriage is thriving or struggling, this conversation will challenge you to examine the role technology plays in your relationship and equip you to fight for the unity God intended.Chapters00:00 The Silent Attack on Marriage08:26 Understanding Digital Adultery12:13 Defining Micro Infidelity24:41 Recognizing the Signs of Micro Infidelity28:17 Navigating Insecurities and Spiritual Blind Spots31:03 Establishing Radical Transparency in Relationships39:13 Reclaiming Emotional Exclusivity50:07 Creating a Battle Plan for Digital BoundariesScriptures Referenced: Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 5:28, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Romans 10:9Resources: Learn more about strengthening your marriage through the Forged for Mission: The Sacred Blueprint of Marriage training at Covenant Army.Remember: Your marriage is worth protecting. Guard your heart, strengthen your boundaries, and stay united in Christ.Click the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
Transcribe →Respect vs. Love: Why Your Marriage Needs Both to Survive
Jun 300:30:33Tap to summarizeMost couples are getting this completely wrong. In this powerful episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy unpack the unexpected power of respect and reveal four biblical ways respect can literally save your marriage.Through honest conversations, real marriage struggles, and practical wisdom rooted in Scripture, this episode dives deep into how respect can stop the “crazy cycle” of conflict, create emotional safety, guard your marriage against outside temptations, and even help resurrect feelings that seem dead and gone.You’ll discover why love may be the fuel of marriage, but respect is the steering wheel. Brent and Lucy share personal stories, biblical truth from Ephesians 5:33, and practical strategies couples can apply immediately to strengthen connection, restore honor, and fight for their covenant.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How respect de-escalates conflict before it destroys connection• Why emotional safety is essential for vulnerability in marriage• How honoring your spouse protects your marriage from outside threats• The surprising connection between respect and rekindling love• Why feelings should never lead your covenant• A practical 24-hour “Respect Challenge” to transform your home atmosphereThis episode is a call for husbands and wives to stop fighting each other and start fighting for each other. If your marriage feels stuck, strained, or spiritually exhausted, this conversation will encourage you to step off the crazy cycle, restore honor in your communication, and invite God back to the center of your marriage.Your covenant marriage is worth fighting for.Scriptures referenced:• Ephesians 5:33• Romans 10:9Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another couple who needs hope and encouragement in their marriage battle.Chapters00:00 The Power of Respect in Marriage02:58 Understanding Respect: A Biblical Perspective05:40 Respect as a Conflict Resolution Tool11:33 Creating a Safe Space for Vulnerability15:48 Building Resilience Against External Threats19:55 Resurrecting Dead Feelings Through Respect23:54 The Respect Challenge: Practical Steps for CouplesClick the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
Transcribe →Is Your Wife Begging For These? 4 Critical Marriage Needs
May 2700:40:10Tap to summarizeIn this powerful and convicting episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy Howell confront four critical things a wife should never have to beg her husband for in marriage.From spiritual leadership and emotional connection to protection, faithfulness, and honor, this episode challenges husbands to step back into their God given role and calls couples to fight for unity instead of surrendering ground to the enemy.Brent and Lucy unpack how passivity, emotional distance, hidden compromise, and lack of protection can slowly erode trust and security in a marriage. Through biblical truth, raw honesty, and practical wisdom from their own journey, they remind couples that marriage is not a competition, but a covenant battlefield where husband and wife must stand side by side.In this episode, you’ll discover:• Why spiritual passivity damages the order of the home• The importance of emotional connection and fidelity in marriage• How husbands are called to protect and defend their wives• Why wives should never have to beg to be heard, valued, or honored• How to recognize the enemy’s attacks against your marriage• What true biblical leadership and partnership look like• The power of repentance, restoration, and fighting together in ChristThis episode is a wake up call for husbands, encouragement for weary wives, and a reminder that healthy covenant marriages are built through intentional love, sacrifice, spiritual warfare, and unwavering commitment to God.Whether your marriage is thriving or struggling, this conversation will equip you to strengthen your relationship, guard your covenant, and walk together in unity and purpose.Walk in truth. Fight in love. Stay united in Christ.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Marriage Dynamics01:06 The Call for Spiritual Leadership09:29 The Importance of Emotional Fidelity20:25 Defending Your Partner26:39 Equal Partnership in MarriageClick the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
Transcribe →The Remarriage Question: Can Grace Really Cover This?
May 2000:52:18Tap to summarizeCan God’s Grace Truly Cover a Remarriage?In this deeply personal and powerful episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and his Lucy tackle one of the most difficult and emotionally charged questions many Christian couples silently wrestle with: Can God still bless and redeem a remarriage?Drawing from their own testimony as a remarried couple, they open up about the shame, condemnation, and spiritual attacks they faced early in ministry when others questioned whether God could truly use them because of their past. Through honest conversation and biblical truth, they confront the lies of the enemy with the redeeming power of God’s grace.This episode dives into:• What the Bible really says about divorce, remarriage, and redemption• Why God’s grace does not erase truth, but transforms broken people• How shame keeps believers spiritually trapped in their past• The story of the Samaritan woman at the well and the power of restoration• Why your past failures do not cancel God’s future calling on your life• How remarried couples can build a Christ-centered covenant moving forward• The difference between conviction and condemnation• Why no surrendered life is beyond God’s mercy and healingWith raw honesty, biblical encouragement, and practical wisdom, this episode is for anyone carrying guilt from divorce, questioning their worthiness, or wondering if God can still restore, use, and bless their marriage today.No matter your past, the cross was enough.Scriptures Featured:Romans 8:1Ecclesiastes 4:12John 42 Corinthians 5:17Micah 7:18Romans 10:9Visit Covenant Army Marriage for marriage resources, coaching, and training tools to help strengthen your marriage and fight for oneness in Christ.
Transcribe →Battle Tested & Spirit Bound: The Journey of Three Cord Marriage
May 1301:32:15Tap to summarizeMost couples underestimate the spiritual battle for their marriage — until chaos erupts. Brent, Lucy, Raymond, and Leslie Funk reveal the hidden warfare every believer faces and how they turned their mess into a ministry of hope and victory.In this transformative episode, you'll discover the powerful story of a marriage dragged through addiction, betrayal, and nearly destroyed by the enemy — yet redeemed through obedience, prayer, and the Holy Spirit's unwavering power. Raymond and Leslie Funk share how God took their brokenness and birthed Three Cord Marriage, a ministry rooted in biblical truth and practical warfare strategies that equip couples to fight for their union.We break down their groundbreaking Tactical Marriage Training, a high-impact experience designed to strengthen marriages by teaching couples how to deploy spiritual weapons during real-life battles. Raymond and Leslie share how fighting with faith, boldness, and unity can expose lies, rebuke darkness, and restore hope even in the darkest moments. You'll also hear their candid testimony of overcoming addiction, infidelity, and spiritual deception — lessons that can save your marriage from the enemy’s schemes.Why does this matter? Because your marriage isn’t just about you — it’s a legacy that influences generations. The enemy wants to divide and destroy what God has joined, but through spiritual warfare, obedience, and relentless faith, your marriage can become a mighty example of God's victory. This is not just another episode — it's a battle-cry for every couple fighting to stay united under God's purpose.Whether you're in the storm or seeking to prevent one, this episode offers spiritual tools, real-life grace, and a message of hope that will leave you equipped and encouraged to stand firm. Perfect for couples, ministry leaders, or anyone desperate for a breakthrough in their marriage — this is your call to fight in love, walk in truth, and walk in God's victory.Raymond and Leslie Funk are founders of Three Cord Marriage, devoted to helping couples discover their divine purpose and build resilient, faith-centered unions. Their journey from brokenness to breakthrough proves that with God, nothing is impossible.If you’re ready to lead your marriage into victory, don’t miss this episode. Every couple needs this spiritual warfare strategy — because the fight for your marriage is worth it, and you’re already equipped for the victory.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections02:44 The Birth of Three Cord Marriage05:44 The Journey of Faith and Obedience08:28 The Transformation of Raymond and Leslie's Marriage11:02 Facing Challenges and Seeking Restoration13:46 The Power of Vulnerability and Sharing Testimonies29:29 Confronting Chaos: A Moment of Truth31:48 Spiritual Warfare in Marriage34:47 The Power of Prayer and Faith36:24 The Journey of Healing and Reconciliation42:01 Building Trust and New Beginnings45:15 The Importance of Inner Healing48:54 Navigating the Path to Restoration52:36 The Influence of Christ-like Responses54:56 The Power of Response in Leadership56:20 Three-Cord Marriage: A Journey of Healing57:35 Fighting for Your Marriage: The Covenant Army59:58 Tactical Marriage Training: A Unique Experience01:06:05 Building a Legacy Through Marriage01:17:15 Final Thoughts: The Impact of Marriage on GenerationsClick the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNCThree Cord Marriagehttps://www.threecordmarriage.com/ Tactical Marriage Training eventhttps://www.threecordmarriage.com/tactical-marriage-training-day/
Transcribe →Before Marriage, Nobody Told Us This About Conflict
May 600:33:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Covenant Army Marriage Podcast, Brent and Lucy dive deep into the often misunderstood topic of conflict in marriage. They candidly share their personal journey, revealing how they initially believed love and commitment would shield them from conflict, only to discover that it is a natural part of any relationship. Through heartfelt discussions, they explore how conflict can be a powerful tool for growth and unity when handled in a God-honoring way. Listeners will learn practical strategies for navigating disagreements, the importance of humility, and the transformative power of inviting God into their marriage. Whether you're newlyweds or have been married for decades, this episode offers valuable insights to strengthen your relationship and embrace conflict as a path to deeper connection and understanding.Chapters00:00 Understanding Conflict in Marriage06:19 The Nature of Conflict09:58 Handling Conflict Effectively18:27 The Role of God in Conflict Resolution25:24 Seeking Help and Community SupportClick the link below for all things Covenant Army Marriage!https://linktr.ee/ck4life Give to the Covenant Army Mission!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KCFTJJDJUGYNC
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