Married to the Ministry

Married to the Ministry

Are you a pastor’s wife looking for a friend who understands the burdens and blessings of a ministry calling? Every other week Janet Addison will share with you practical ways to hang onto your joy while navigating the bumpy journey of life with a minister husband. Join us for Truth from God’s Word that equips us and stories from other ministry wives that encourage us to be confident in our pastor wife roles, even if we don’t always feel called or successful at it. Learn more at our website: MarriedToTheMinistry.org

Episodes

September 17, 2024 11 mins

Do the stresses and challenges of ministry life ever make you want to throw up your hands and shout, “I quit!”? We all can certainly struggle sometimes with exhaustion, frustration, and lack of motivation in this pastor wife role. Check out Mar...

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If a new job opportunity opens for your husband, are you equipped to help him prepare to meet with a church’s search team? Since pastors’ wives are usually part of these conversations, it’s important that we understand what to ask and what to l...

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Do you desire transformation but just aren’t sure what it means to renew your mind? Check out Married to the Ministry for a simple method for applying Romans 12:2 in your life. Author and podcaster Barb Raveling shares what she’s learned about renewing her...

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Protecting family time at home can be challenging for ministry couples, especially when the pastor hubby also has another job. Bi-vocational pastor’s wife Ashley Gray...

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Married to the Ministry celebrates our first anniversary this month! In this birthday episode, we explore what God’s Word says about our peculiar role as ministry wives. Spoiler alert: you’re probably doing it right!  But if you’re feel...

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As a veteran of 24 moves, Janet shares tips she’s learned about packing, moving, and settling in. She’s moved multiple times as a child and with children, as well as back into houses that didn’t sell. Check out Married to the Ministry for ways ...

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One of the hardest aspects of ministry life can be determining if God is leading us out of our current church or into a new place of service. When is the right time to leave? How do we pray through unexpected job offers when we’re happy where we are? Check out Marrie...

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As inflation continues to grow much faster than our paychecks, many people these days are concerned about the economy and money strain. In this episode, Janet shares several lessons she has learned about being a good steward of their ministry income. Check out Marrie...

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Is your family struggling to make ends meet on a ministry income? Check out Married to the Ministry for advice from financial expert and best-selling author Rachel Cruze on how you can wisely manage the money you make and save more for the future and emergencies. Rac...

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Raising kids in ministry can be challenging, especially when we put unnecessary pressure on them or on ourselves. Church planter Mallory Allen warns of several lies we might believe about mothering in ministry. Check out Married to the Ministry for tips on navigating life in t...

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Does your house suffer from chaos and clutter? A disorganized home can make you less productive and can cause stress, embarrassment, and depression—NOT what a pastor’s family needs! Check out Married to the Ministry for ways to create a calmer living space by streaml...

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Ever wish you could talk with a counselor about some of the issues we face as ministry wives? Check out Married to the Ministry to hear Biblical counselor and ministry wife Tina Thompson share helpful advice for dealing with these struggles. A ...

Are you frazzled from the stress of too many expectations and not enough you? So many of us feel pulled in several directions from all the needs and opportunities in ministry on top of our family and work responsibilities. Check out Married to the Ministry to see how...

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Did you know that biblical hospitality invites others in to fellowship with us instead of trying to entertain or impress them? Guest Angela Sackett shares tips on creating a welcoming environment that promotes meaningful connection and spiritual conversations. Check ...

Are you looking for more time and opportunity to train or disciple others in your group? Guest Wren Robbins helps Christian women share their God-given messages with others through podcasting. Check out Married to the Ministry to learn how a podcast can help you reac...

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January 2, 2024 22 mins

Are you feeling delighted or desperate in ministry life? Even pastors’ wives can struggle to enjoy the abundant life Jesus offers. Check out Married to the Ministry for some steps that will help you embra...

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Do you think Mary felt qualified to fulfill her unexpected role as mother of the Messiah? Gabriel didn’t give her a special handbook on raising the Son of God, but she knew where to find answers to her questions. Check out Married to the Ministry for what we can lear...

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