The Marriage Altar

I Lost Myself Trying To Save My Marriage

Michael & Shana Williams — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:07:44 +0000

Somewhere in trying to save your marriage...you lost yourself. After betrayal, it's easy to become consumed with what they did and whether you can trust them again. But what about you?

In this epidose, we're talking about how betrayal pulls you into survival mode- and how to start coming back to yourself without ignoring what happened. '

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - The Hurt Spouse's Story
(00:05:00) - What Really Happens To A Divorced spouse After The Bet
(00:10:08) - How a Divorce
(00:14:23) - How To Get Out Of A Trap In Your Marriage
(00:19:28) - Fixing My Marriage: How to Love Your Husband
(00:24:00) - How to Realign After a Breakdown: Finding Yourself
(00:28:39) - Don't Lose Yourself in the Fight for Your Marriage

If We Love Each Other....This Shouldn't Be This Hard

Michael & Shana Williams — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:29:24 +0000

"if we really love each other... this shouldn't be this hard."

It's a quiet belief a lot of us carry into marriage - and when things feel difficult, it can make us question everything. In this episode, we're unpacking why this isn't true, what hard moments in marriage are actually revealing, and how to stop seeing struggle as a sign something is wrong.

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Easter Family Vacation
(00:03:45) - Celebrating the Feast of Tabernacles
(00:05:56) - The Lie That Love Should Make It Easy
(00:11:20) - Did You Expect Your Marriage To Be Easy?
(00:14:54) - What Is Actually Happening In Marriage?
(00:18:27) - Marriage is Death to Self
(00:22:04) - How to Win an Argument in a Marriage
(00:26:33) - How to Love Your Partner
(00:32:44) - How to Love Your Spouse (4
(00:37:08) - The Case for Christian Marriage
(00:38:13) - The PAIN IN MARRIAGE
(00:42:46) - TRAVEL

The Unsexy Work of Building a Great Marriage

Michael & Shana Williams — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:01:00 +0000

Most of what builds a great marriage doesn't feel sexy.

It feels intentional. It feels awkward sometimes. It feels like choosing discipline over desire and consistency over chemistry.

In this episode, we talk about the unsexy work of building a great marriage - the conversations, the boundaries, and commitments that don't make the highlight reel but actually create safety, trust and lasting connection.

If your marriage feels less spontaneous and more deliberate right now, you're not failing-you might actually be building something solid.

Check out ShanaWilliams.com for more Marriage Altar resources and coaching information.

Chapters

(00:00:15) - Foxes Eat Their Own
(00:00:57) - The Unsexy Work Of Building A Great Marriage
(00:04:59) - How To Love Your Marriage When It's Old
(00:08:53) - God's Plan for My Marriage
(00:13:56) - How to Heal a Broken Marriage
(00:18:36) - How To Get Out Of Your Marriage
(00:21:34) - Marriage: The Unsexy Part
(00:25:45) - Be the Rock For Your Partner
(00:26:11) - Why Does This Work Feel So Hard?
(00:28:17) - Paul on Boundaries in His Marriage
(00:32:41) - Marriage: The Right to Die
(00:33:43) - The Fun, Fun Part of Marriage
(00:38:10) - Marriage Is About Safety, Not Chaos
(00:40:16) - Marriage Is Not Sexy
(00:44:18) - How to Talk To Your Wife About Problems in the Marriage
(00:49:05) - A Couple's Advice on Their Marriage
(00:52:14) - Why Don't We Get Help For Our ptsd?
(00:56:18) - How to Get Your Marriage Back on Track
(00:59:03) - Valentine's Day Podcast

Vision Casting As a Couple: Where Are We Actually Going?

Michael & Shana Williams — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Many marriages don't break - they drift. Not because of conflict, but because there was never a shared direction. In this episode of The Marriage Altar, we talk about vision casting as a couple and why clarity matters in marriage. We explore how drifting creates distance, why misalignment often shows up as frustration or silence, and how intentionally choosing a shared vision can bring connection, peace and purpose.

We walk through the five areas every couple needs vision in - marriage, family, faith, finances, and legacy - and offer practical, gentle ways to start these conversations without pressure or conflict.

If you love your spouse but feel like you're just managing life instead of building something together, this episode invites you to pause and ask an important question: Where are we actually going - and are we going there together?

Go to ShanaWilliams.com for more information about the Marriage Altar and links to the Grace and Grit Mindset Podcast.

Chapters

(00:00:15) - 2026
(00:02:05) - "A Purposeful Life"
(00:03:37) - How Clarity Creates Distance in a Marriage
(00:07:05) - Marriage Arterial Reboot
(00:10:16) - A Couple's Attempt To Get Together
(00:13:25) - Should We Talk About Money With Our Spouse?
(00:17:00) - Jesus on the Israel debate
(00:17:17) - Wonders of the World
(00:21:58) - Work Remotely Can Lead To Infidelity!
(00:26:13) - Married Couple: If You Get a New Job, Do
(00:27:19) - A Shared Vision
(00:28:17) - Another cost of Not Having A Shared Vision
(00:30:48) - 5 Areas Every Couple Needs a Vision For Their Marriage
(00:32:24) - Domestic Discipline: The Right Kind of Love
(00:35:21) - 5 Rules For Talking About Problems In Your Marriage
(00:36:38) - Ways of Loving Your Wife
(00:40:48) - Should You Ask Your Wife to Choose a Church?
(00:43:07) - 4 Questions For Marriage: Financial Peace
(00:45:51) - Family, Faith, Money
(00:49:32) - Shay Lawson on Leaving a Spiritual Legacy For Her Kids
(00:53:52) - Marriage Goals For The Next Year
(00:57:00) - Wonders of the World

You're Not Fighting About What You're Fighting About!

Michael & Shana Williams — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:45:00 +0000

Most arguments in marriage aren't really about the dishes, the budget, or the tone of voice. They're about something deeper. In this episode of the Marriage Altar Podcast, we unpack the truth behind recurring conflict and reveal what's actually happening beneath the surface of your arguments. If you find yourselves having the same fight on repeat, this conversation will help you slow down, identify the real issue, and begin responding from understanding instead of reaction.

We explore why surface disagreements are often symptoms of unmet emotional needs, how to recognize the hidden wounds driving conflict, and how couples can turn moments of tension into opportunities of connection and healing.

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Good Morning, Vietnam
(00:01:14) - How to Stop Fighting In Your Marriage
(00:04:00) - When You're Having A Hard Time Financially, You Fight
(00:08:24) - 3 Hidden Feuds In A Marriage
(00:11:41) - Married Women Talk About Not Prioritizing Each Other
(00:15:48) - Marriage Is About Emotional Safety
(00:17:51) - How To Identify The Real Problem in a Marriage
(00:21:39) - How To Get Back Together With Your Significant Other
(00:24:48) - Brawlers: Between the Lines
(00:25:44) - How to Heal an Argument With Your Partner
(00:29:50) - Anointing the Accusations in Your Marriage
(00:33:59) - The Real Truth About Marriage
(00:36:04) - Marriage Covenant
(00:38:36) - Talking About Relationships in the Army
(00:40:36) - How to Get Back in the Marriage
(00:44:55) - Closing Prayer for Marriage
(00:45:34) - Happy Holidays!
(00:46:14) - Bless y'all

The Top 3 Predictors of Infidelity and How to Guard Your Marriage Against Them

Michael & Shana Williams — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:06:00 +0000

In this episode, we break down the three most common predictors of infidelity-not to create fear, but to give couples wisdom, clarity and practical tools to protect their marriage before cracks start to form. Infidelity rarely begins with a dramatic moment; it almost always starts with the little foxes that go unnoticed. Join us as we break down these different areas and provide solutions to prevent infidelity in your marriage.

Chapters

(00:00:15) - Winter Is Here
(00:00:53) - The Top 3 Pre-Marital Predictions of Infidelity
(00:02:20) - "Catching the Foxes That Ruin My Marriage"
(00:05:27) - What Makes a Couple Infidelity?
(00:08:09) - Married People Get Bored In Their Marriage
(00:12:13) - How Anxiety Affects a Couple
(00:13:51) - How to Protect Your Marriage
(00:18:15) - "Men Have Emotional Needs"
(00:22:29) - How To Win Your Wife's Love
(00:23:54) - How to Talk About Old Arguments
(00:27:23) - How To Deal With a Hurtful Spouse
(00:30:52) - Marriage Counselor: Anticipating the Worst In Your Partner
(00:34:22) - How to Prevent Infidelity in Your Marriage
(00:38:10) - Setting Boundaries Outside Your Marriage
(00:40:06) - 3 Predictable Paths to Infidelity
(00:42:29) - Don't Open the Door To Social Media
(00:46:08) - How To Prevent Infidelity In Your Marriage
(00:50:55) - Predictions for Marriage Abuse
(00:54:47) - A Marriage Reboot or Marriage Coaching?
(00:57:50) - A Week in Review

Marriage Counseling or Coaching - Which One Do You Need?

Michael & Shana Williams — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 23:26:30 +0000

Sometimes it's hard to know if you and your spouse can benefit more from marriage counseling vs. marriage coaching. It might be possible that you need both! And, what is the difference anyway? Join Michael & Shana as they chat about counseling / coaching and which one may better serve you and your spouse in the season you are in.

Please visit www.shanawilliams.com/the-marriage-altar for more information about Marriage Reboots or coaching that could potentially be a game changer for your marriage!

You can reach us at Shana@ShanaWilliams.com

Chapters

(00:00:15) - Catch us the Little Foxes
(00:03:56) - Couples counseling vs marriage coaching: Which is better?
(00:08:51) - PTSD Counselor: Stay Away From Violent Memories
(00:13:08) - Should Men Get Spiritual Counseling?
(00:18:15) - Southern Voices on Toxic masculinity
(00:19:05) - Bradley on Sexual Issues in the Church
(00:22:44) - Marriage Counseling: The Stigma
(00:26:13) - Marriage Reboot Experience
(00:31:03) - Counseling for Addicts
(00:35:02) - Janet on Coaching ptsd
(00:39:12) - Marriage: One Play
(00:41:35) - Married People Talk On Their Smartphones
(00:44:23) - Reveal: The Marriage Reboot
(00:46:53) - If You Need Marriage Coaching or Therapy
(00:50:04) - Marriage Reboot: At the Altar
(00:54:07) - All About It

One Year Later: The Most Important Lessons We've Learned

Michael & Shana Williams — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:13:00 +0000

What can God do in a year???? More than we can ask, think or imagine! In this episode we talk about what we have learned over the past year after infidelity and the suicide attempt that forever changed our world. We also share about what God has done to restore us to better than new!

If you find yourself in a difficult marriage without hope, tune in with us as we share about the process God uses to restore individuals. There is no marriage that is too far gone for God to restore.

Email us at Shana@ShanaStrange.net

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Catch us little foxes
(00:00:30) - God Awakes!
(00:01:35) - A Year Out: Truth about PTSD and Infidelity
(00:06:48) - One Suicide Attempt Gets the Love He Deserves
(00:09:34) - Married Couple on How They're Different Now
(00:14:01) - Bradley on Controlling Demonic Influences
(00:18:42) - God's Work in Relationships
(00:22:36) - Wonders of the World: Forgiveness and Healing
(00:27:50) - Personal Responsibility of the Betrayer
(00:33:21) - How To Talk About An Affair in Your Marriage
(00:36:46) - What is Your Purpose As A Married Couple?
(00:37:56) - What Surprises You Most About The Healing Process
(00:40:55) - Wonders of the World
(00:45:22) - How to Get Out of Marriage Recession
(00:50:51) - How to Love Your Wife Despite Differences
(00:55:19) - How to Love a Unjustly Yoked Marriage
(00:59:04) - A Year in the Life With God

Marriage & Money: Building Unity In Your Finances

Michael & Shana Williams — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:32:00 +0000

Money doesn't just pay the bills- it reflects our values, priorities, and trust in each other. In this episode, we talk about how couples can manage money together in a way that builds unity instead of division. From aligning your financial vision to tackling practical budgeting as a team, you'll learn how to invite God into your finances and create peace in your home.

For more information about our marriage coaching, contact us at Shana@ShanaStrange.net

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Back to the Marriage Ministries Podcast
(00:03:10) - Money and marriage
(00:04:10) - How to Stop Blaming Yourself Over Money in Your Marriage
(00:09:01) - How to Get Out of Poverty
(00:11:38) - How to Manage Money
(00:16:31) - The Man's Role as the Provider
(00:20:42) - How To Prioritize Your Relationships
(00:22:34) - How to Manage Money in Your Marriage
(00:26:28) - How to Budget for Your Family
(00:27:12) - Tithing and Financial Security
(00:31:06) - Secret Spending Is Not Financial Infidelity
(00:34:49) - Married Couples Talk About Money
(00:38:04) - Reasons We Didn't Go on a Cruise
(00:41:43) - How to Prevent Friction in Your Marriage Over Money
(00:45:53) - Separation of Money in the Marriage
(00:49:59) - How to Support a Dual Parent Home During Hard Times
(00:54:52) - Marriage Counselor on How to Grow Your Business
(00:57:50) - God in Control of Your Marriage
(01:00:27) - "She Should Love You More"

The Attack On Marriage and Family

Michael & Shana Williams — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:50:42 +0000

Satan's tactics haven't changed since the beginning; but the way they are packaged has changed. We dive into some controversial topics here like abortion, homosexuality, and the transgender movement because these are the top 3 ways that our nation and world are being indoctrinated to believe lies that destroy the very fabric of family.

Join us as we explore these topics and expose lies in our culture.

Chapters

(00:00:15) - The Attack on the Family
(00:06:05) - Three Ways That Satan Is Destroys the Family
(00:09:07) - Rethinking the Return of the Gods
(00:10:39) - Pro-life advocate compares abortion to satanic worship
(00:13:18) - Unplanned Abortion: A Christian Movie
(00:15:28) - Pro-Abortion Voices
(00:18:53) - Pro-life and Homosexuality
(00:22:42) - Louis Farrakhan on Gay Marriage
(00:27:04) - Pro-gay issues in America
(00:31:45) - God's Atoning For Sin
(00:32:47) - Matthew 6:3-4 On Transgenderism
(00:34:16) - Transgenderism and the Violence
(00:37:45) - Progressive Christians on Gender Issues
(00:41:15) - Christian Pro-Abortion, Homosexuality and Transgenderism
(00:43:42) - Jesus on Gay Issues
(00:47:57) - God's Love for Israel
(00:51:43) - September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
(00:56:57) - Suicide in the Gay and Transgender Community
(00:59:41) - A Healthy Body For Our Marriage

Dealing With Triggers In Your Marriage

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 21:27:24 +0000

Trauma in a marriage relationship often leads to triggers- those unwanted thoughts, places, things, and people that cause us to relapse into the traumatic world we left behind. If you and your spouse are struggling with moving beyond the pain of the past, you will need to work through the triggers that plague you both.

In this episode, Michael and Shana share their conversational approach to dealing with triggers In healthy ways and learning how to move beyond the trap of living in the past.

You can contact us as Shana@ShanaStrange.net

Chapters

(00:00:15) - Aunt Shanna and Michael Are Back!
(00:01:52) - How To Have A Healthy Marriage!
(00:04:18) - What To Do When You're Triggered In Your Marriage
(00:07:11) - The Holy Spirit's Words for Divorcees
(00:09:40) - When You Can't Help But Get Very, Very Hurt
(00:13:18) - How to Deal With a Narcissist
(00:18:35) - How To Deal With PTSD in a Relationship
(00:22:49) - Combat Veteran on Emotional Trigger
(00:26:19) - How to Get Through a Trauma
(00:30:24) - President Obama on his Christian beliefs
(00:31:19) - He Said He Still Loves Me
(00:34:38) - Married With ptsd on a Cruise
(00:39:32) - How the Lord answered my prayer
(00:40:28) - How To Deal With Emotional Trigrams
(00:41:58) - How to Talk About Your Love Problems
(00:46:32) - How to Cope During an Emotional Breakdown
(00:47:55) - How To Talk About Your Sexual Problems With Your Partner
(00:51:23) - How To Get Out Of Alcohol Addiction
(00:54:50) - Admitting To The Adulterer
(00:59:07) - How to Talk About the Sexual Abuse
(01:03:59) - How to Talk to Yourself About Past Trauma
(01:05:57) - How to fix a broken marriage with God
(01:10:36) - Prayers for My Cousin's Wife and His Sister
(01:11:45) - Praying For Love & Marriage

Praying Together When You Don't Feel Like It

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 11:55:00 +0000

Let’s be honest — there are days when praying together as a couple feels more like a chore than a sacred connection. Maybe there’s tension between you, disappointment with God, or just plain exhaustion. In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when you don’t feel like praying together — and why doing it anyway can be one of the most powerful decisions you make for your marriage.

You’ll hear practical encouragement, relatable stories, and a fresh perspective on spiritual intimacy — especially in the moments you least want to pursue it.

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Marriage Altar Podcast: Episode 9
(00:01:21) - Praying With Your Couple
(00:01:47) - Praying Together For Yourself
(00:06:49) - Stake the House Out
(00:10:54) - Praying Together As A Couple
(00:15:25) - How to Pray With Your Husband
(00:19:39) - How to Pray When You're Exhausted (Psalm
(00:24:04) - Prayer for Suits
(00:28:01) - The Spirit Intercedes for God
(00:30:49) - I Thought I Was Dying During Intercession
(00:35:11) - Why Prayer Matters in a Relationship
(00:40:17) - How to Ask the Lord for Money
(00:43:13) - How to Pray When You Don't Feel Like It
(00:45:19) - Using the Bible as a Prayer
(00:49:37) - 10 Simple Prayers for Couples in Hard Seasons
(00:51:54) - 7 Quick, Spiritual Prayers For Your Couple
(00:55:37) - Praying With Your Husband
(01:00:14) - Prayer for Reconciliation With My Spouse
(01:01:12) - God Will Meet You When You're Half-Ready

Talking Without Tearing Each Other Apart

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:17:00 +0000

When tensions rise, the way you talk to each other can either pull you closer or push you farther apart. In this episode of The Marriage Altar Podcast, we’re getting real about how to have hard conversations without slipping into defensiveness, accusations, or complete shutdown.

You’ll learn:

Why high-stress moments trigger the “fight, flight, or freeze” response in marriage
Practical ways to keep tone and timing from sabotaging the conversation
How to regulate your emotions before you re-engage
The power of “we” language in solving problems together
5 conversation starters you can use right away to talk without tearing each other apart

Whether you’re navigating everyday stress or the aftermath of a deeper crisis, these tools will help you stay connected, heard, and united — even in the heat of the moment.

Press play and discover how to fight for your marriage without fighting against each other.

Go to www.ShanaStrange.net for more resources or contact us at Shana@StrangeStrange.net

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Marriage Altar Podcast
(00:01:10) - A Marriage Reboot in Houston
(00:03:53) - How To Talk Without Tearing Each Other Apart
(00:08:37) - How To Win An Argument With An Anxiety Disorder Partner
(00:11:36) - How To Win A Fight With Your Wife
(00:16:11) - How To Talk To Your Partner
(00:21:16) - How To Have A Quality Conversation In A Marriage
(00:25:14) - You gotta Die to Yourself in Your Marriage
(00:30:54) - How to Win an Argument With Your Partner
(00:32:42) - The Touching Impact of Communication
(00:35:50) - How to Communicate With Your Partner Better
(00:37:04) - How to Cope With Your Partner (
(00:40:53) - How To Have a Conversation When You're Angry
(00:42:45) - Cruise Ship Anxiety
(00:44:02) - Veterans 988
(00:45:26) - Happy Birthday to Me

Guarding Your Marriage Against Busyness and Burnout

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:46:00 +0000

In this powerful and practical episode of The Marriage Altar, Shana and Michael get real about one of the biggest threats to modern marriages: busyness. If your calendar is full but your connection with your spouse feels empty, you're not alone—and you're not without hope.

We dive into what burnout looks like in marriage, how constant hustle can slowly erode intimacy, and why guarding your relationship requires more than just scheduling date nights. You’ll hear biblical wisdom, personal reflections, and real-world strategies for protecting your covenant from the chaos of an overloaded life.

What We Talk About:

The subtle ways busyness pulls couples apart
Recognizing the signs of marital burnout
Why being “productive” doesn’t always mean being purposeful
The spiritual cost of always being in a hurry
Practical rhythms for rest, reconnection, and renewal
How Sabbath and margin can strengthen your marriage

Key Scripture:
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10

Takeaway Challenge:
Choose one thing to say “no” to this week so you can say “yes” to your marriage.

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Marriage Altar Podcast
(00:01:09) - Spiritual Warfare
(00:02:46) - How To Guard Your Marriage Against Busyness & Burnout
(00:07:28) - American pastor: Our bodies are an idol
(00:12:08) - How to Prioritize Your Life
(00:17:28) - Marriage: Contempt and Physical
(00:21:50) - Married Couple on a Controversial Situation
(00:26:05) - How to Prioritize Your Marriage
(00:28:21) - Marriage is a Spiritual Battle
(00:33:15) - God's Design for Rest and Relationship
(00:36:54) - Getting Away From the Crowd
(00:41:41) - Six ways to guard the marriage
(00:44:10) - How To Keep Your Marriage Together
(00:49:44) - How to Detox From Digital Life
(00:52:22) - Stop Striving and Be Still
(00:54:52) - What Did We Have To Do To Stop Our Marriage
(00:57:17) - How We Righted The Wrong in Our Marriage
(00:58:10) - How to Get Out of Work With Love
(01:01:51) - Challenge for Married People

Laugh, Love, Fun: Why Your Marriage Needs More Play

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 10:56:00 +0000

Let's face it...most marriages are full of monotonous day to day operations of child rearing, working, attending to other dutes that can suck the life out of a marriage. Most marriages are not usually full of laughing and just plain old having fun with one another. In this episode, we chat about the importance of having fun and carving out time for play in your marraige, and the dire consequences of NOT creating space for it.

Do you need creative ideas for your marriage to bring more fun and laughter into it? We dive into that as well.

Check out this free download for 40 FREE date night ideas! https://drive.google.com/file/d/145M3oVtB2SQ5UmZBojz5XyioiCdbObAK/view?usp=sharing

To contact us, email us at Shana@ShanaStrange.net

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Wonders of the Kingdom Podcast
(00:02:14) - Need More Fun in Your Marriage
(00:07:07) - Having Fun With Your Family
(00:10:05) - Married Man On An Internet Dating Site
(00:12:57) - Wedding Hike In The Ozarks
(00:16:37) - I Should've Seen The Vinella
(00:20:26) - Married Couple Talk About Their Love
(00:23:41) - Oh, The Dogon Tribe!
(00:26:11) - Benefits of Play in Marriage
(00:30:55) - Married Couples Talk About Fun Things
(00:34:46) - Can You Get On Your Wife's nerves?
(00:38:03) - Gen X couples: Put Your Phone Down
(00:42:09) - Married People: What Are Some Barriers To Fun?
(00:46:05) - Married People Talk About Getting Out Of The Rut
(00:48:47) - How to Cope in a Stressful Marriage
(00:49:30) - Challenge to Plan a Fun, Light-Hearted Activity With
(00:50:59) - Have A Little Fun In Your Marriage
(00:53:55) - Getting Renewed
(00:57:13) - QUESTION & A REVIEW

Letting Go of the Lies in Your Marriage

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:17:00 +0000

Tell me lies....or actually, DON'T tell me lies! In this episode of The Marriage Altar, we dive into the lies we tell ourselves, the lies we tell each other and the huge negative impact they have on the marriage. How can you come clean and move into restoration? What does it look like to have an honest marriage with God at the center? We also share practical ways to deal with lies in your marriage and how to create a marriage of transparency and full honesty.

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Chapters

(00:00:15) - Texas floods: prayers for the victims
(00:01:50) - Letting Go of Lies in My Marriage
(00:07:15) - How To Lie To Yourself During Sex Addiction
(00:13:08) - Why We Lie in Our Relationships
(00:18:50) - How to Win a Marriage With a Lie
(00:19:30) - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in the Marriage
(00:21:06) - How To Stop Lying To Yourself
(00:23:32) - How to Cut a Hackberry Tree Down
(00:26:35) - Ways to Cut a Tree Down
(00:31:32) - How To Stop Lying To Your Wife
(00:36:30) - The Lie of the Christian Marriage
(00:38:40) - Forgiveness After A Cheating Spouse's Lies
(00:43:45) - Living in the Mercy Seat
(00:46:13) - Real Christians Don't Lie
(00:51:20) - Ways to Ruin a Marriage
(00:52:15) - How to Overcome Lies in Your Marriage
(00:56:36) - Talking About Communication in Your Marriage
(00:58:07) - How to Overcome a Cardiac Aneurysm
(01:02:45) - How to Help Your Partner When They're Having a Hard Time
(01:08:19) - How to Help a Divorced Veteran Get Back Together!

Is This Spiritual Warfare? How to Discern the Invisible Battle for Your Marriage

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 11:20:00 +0000

In this powerful episode of The Marriage Altar, we're digging into a question every couple in crisis has asked: Is this spiritual warfare? You'll learn how to discern when your marriage is under spiritual attack, how the enemy strategizes and uses confusion, division and exhaustion to weaken your covenant, and what the Bible says about how to fight this battle.

Whether you're dealing with betrayal, emotional distance, addictions, or just can't seem to get on the same page, this episode will help you identify the invisible war behind the visible problems- and equip you to fight with truth, faith and authority.

Chapters

(00:00:15) - Catch us foxes
(00:00:28) - The New Jurassic Park: Episode 1
(00:03:36) - What Led To The Family Breakdown
(00:05:11) - Spiritual Warfare
(00:09:39) - When You Can't Join a Church
(00:11:41) - God Bringing It Out of Commercialism
(00:13:18) - Disillusionment in Spiritual Warfare
(00:17:37) - Christian Warfare: Schisms and Plans of the Devil
(00:22:24) - How I Could Have Stopped My Suicide Attempt
(00:28:13) - Satan Attacks My Husband Nonstop
(00:33:15) - How to Defeat the Devil (Ephesians 6)
(00:36:44) - Adam Hartley on Living in Sin
(00:40:44) - How To Overcome Insecurity In Your Relationship With God
(00:46:04) - How to Win an Alcoholic Marriage
(00:49:34) - Alcoholics Talk About Their Problems
(00:53:01) - God Will Hold You Accountable For Drinking Alcohol
(00:57:51) - 11 Confessions From An Intimate Relationship With God
(01:02:04) - Couple Spiritual Warfare
(01:03:23) - Another Blessings for Couples

The Link Between Trauma, Addiction and Marital Problems

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:29:00 +0000

Join us as we explore this topic in detail to uncover the connection between trauma and marital problems. We will answer your questions and give insight into the role it plays as well as how to recognize issues in your marriage that are directly related. We dive into Michael's life to reveal the role that trauma played in his addictive behaviors that resulted in marital strain and damage to the relationship. If you or your spouse are struggling with addictive behavior, this episode can really shed some light on getting to the root of it.

To contact us, email us at Shana@ShanaStrange.net

#christianmarriagehelp #christianmarriagetestimony #christianpodcast #marriagepodcast #veteranhelp #veteransandPTSD #helpforhurtingmarriages

Chapters

(00:00:12) - Crazy Day in the Life
(00:00:51) - The Healing of An Addict
(00:02:05) - How Trauma Affects Your Marriage
(00:07:39) - James and Carl on Poverty Growing Up
(00:12:51) - "I'm Going To Heaven In My Family"
(00:13:08) - The Trauma of Child Sexual Abuse
(00:13:24) - What is Trauma?
(00:16:46) - Drug Abuse and Sexual Addiction
(00:22:55) - Sexual Addiction in the Military
(00:26:26) - How Sexual Addictions Play Into the Marriage
(00:32:01) - What An Addict Needs To Know About Adrenaline
(00:37:26) - In the Elevator With Alcoholics
(00:39:10) - March is Mental Health Awareness Month
(00:40:37) - The Suicide Rate of Men
(00:45:54) - Veteran Suicides
(00:49:31) - "What Have You Let Go Of Your Marriage?"
(00:51:44) - Gaslighting
(00:56:33) - How to Get Out Of Depression

Blindsided By Betrayal: Finding God in the Ruins

Michael & Shana Williams — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The weight of betrayal in a marraige is crushing and life-changing for the victim. In an instant, life is forever changed and the innocence of the trust you once knew can never be fully regained. We know this unfortunate truth all too well. But, God can be found in the ruins of a broken marriage and He is more than ready and able to help you rebuild trust, repair the damage and ultimately heal your marriage.

This episode is from the viewpoint of the betrayed spouse and Shana gives insight and truths to help anyone going through infidelity and betrayal.

When God is in the middle of your story, you always have hope!

#Godhealsbrokenmarriages #Christianmarriagepodcast #veteranPTSD #hopeforhurtingmarriages #christianforgivenessinmarriage #marriagealtar

Chapters

(00:00:15) - Episode 2
(00:01:50) - Blindsided by Betrayal
(00:03:32) - How I Should've handled the PTSD in my Marriage
(00:07:51) - The Affair That Hurt My Marriage
(00:11:03) - The Moment I Knew He Was Considering Suicide
(00:15:10) - What I Remember Of The Day I Was Caught
(00:16:11) - Married Veteran on His Affair
(00:18:37) - The PTSD Survivor Who Saved His Life
(00:22:49) - The best place to live
(00:23:11) - Married Couple's Suicide Attempt
(00:26:55) - What I Did To Stop Worrying About My Marriage
(00:31:50) - God Tells Elisha to Dig the Ditches
(00:33:12) - The Prodigal Love Letter
(00:38:07) - The Secret To A Good Marriage
(00:38:32) - One Year Later: What's It Been Like For You
(00:42:12) - Reveal: The Trauma of Trust
(00:46:16) - How To Deal With Anxiety When You've Been Betrayed
(00:51:28) - Married Sex Addicts Talk About Their Issues
(00:54:28) - How To Win A Cheater's Love
(00:58:16) - "Love Is Always a Risk"
(00:59:35) - How To Forgive Someone Who Has PTSD
(01:04:23) - How To Tell Someone You Are an Alcoholic Sex Addict
(01:09:23) - Pray for Me
(01:10:52) - Blessed Week 2

Our Story of Addiction, Betrayal and Restoration

Michael & Shana Williams — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 20:09:57 +0000

What happens when the fairytale fades and you're left with the ashes of betrayal, addiction and heartbreak? In this raw and redemptive first episode of The Marriage Altar, Michael & Shana open up about the painful beginnings of their story-and the powerful restoration only God could bring.

This episode is more than a testimony-it's a declaration of hope. Michael and Shana walk through their darkest moments, from addiction and secrecy to the devastation of betrayal...but that's not the end. Through grace, faith and unwavering pursuit of healing, God turned their pain into a platform.

If your marriage feels broken beyond repair, you are invited to listen. This is the beginning of a podcast built for couples who need restoration, healing and real answers through Christ.

For more information about our marriage coaching, contact us at Shana@ShanaStrange.net.

#marriagerestoration #christiantestimony #faithoverfailure #addictionrecoverystory #infidelityrecovery #jesusheals #christianmarriagepodcast #themarriagealtarpodcast #frombrokentorestored #veteranmarriagerestoration

Chapters

(00:00:15) - THE MARRIAGE ALARM Podcast
(00:02:15) - How I Met My Soulmate on Match.com
(00:06:26) - How I Knew I Was Ready To Marry My Wife On
(00:08:50) - How My Love Got Engaged At 21
(00:12:00) - The Marriage Alarm
(00:17:00) - A Vet Reveals He Was In A Relationship With Another Woman
(00:21:11) - Veteran on How He Almost Killed Himself
(00:26:06) - The Man Who Almost Murdered Himself
(00:31:37) - How I Left My Wife With a Loaded Gun
(00:35:48) - One of my best friends came to the Lord after a traumatic experience
(00:40:21) - Receiving the Prodigal Back Home
(00:43:55) - Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Risky Behavior
(00:46:38) - My Experiencing ptsd in the Military
(00:49:22) - How To Cope With An Afflicted Wife
(00:53:55) - Wonders of the World: Accountability and Coaching
(00:58:15) - Veterans on VA Suicide Crisis Podcast
(01:03:22) - Happy Memorial Day to Gold Star Families