Addiction, Sanctification, and the God Who Heals: Wider Lens with Jonathon M. Seidl
Release Date: 09/12/2025
Spiritual Warfare in the Calm: Staying Alert in the Good Seasons of Marriage Ep. 704
Awesome Marriage Podcast
When life feels peaceful and marriage is running smoothly, it’s easy to let your guard down—but what if those “good seasons” are actually when spiritual warfare works most subtly? In this episode, Dr. Kim and Mrs. Nancy talk about how the enemy can creep in through comfort and complacency, why couples should stay spiritually alert even when things feel calm, and how to build rhythms that keep you rooted in God and each other. From prayer and gratitude practices to regular marriage check-ins, we’ll explore how to protect your marriage from drifting and use the good seasons as...
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Spiritual Warfare in the Calm: Staying Alert in the Good Seasons of Marriage Ep. 704
Awesome Marriage Podcast
When life feels peaceful and marriage is running smoothly, it’s easy to let your guard down—but what if those “good seasons” are actually when spiritual warfare works most subtly? In this episode, Dr. Kim and Mrs. Nancy talk about how the enemy can creep in through comfort and complacency, why couples should stay spiritually alert even when things feel calm, and how to build rhythms that keep you rooted in God and each other. From prayer and gratitude practices to regular marriage check-ins, we’ll explore how to protect your marriage from drifting and use the good seasons as...
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Gradually, Then Suddenly with Mark Batterson Ep. 703
Awesome Marriage Podcast
What if the biggest breakthroughs in your life and marriage don’t happen overnight—but gradually, then suddenly? In this episode, we sit down with bestselling author and pastor Mark Batterson to talk about his new book Gradually, Then Suddenly and how God’s long-game approach shapes everything from our dreams to our relationships. Mark unpacks what it means to play the long game in faith, how to take every thought captive to Christ, and why success—whether in ministry or marriage—always grows at the “speed of a seed.” We’ll also explore how small, intentional choices today can...
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5 Things That Aren't Really Communication Ep. 702
Awesome Marriage Podcast
We all know communication is key to a healthy marriage—but what if what you think is communication… really isn’t? In this solo episode, Dr. Kim unpacks five common habits couples mistake for communication and how these patterns can quietly erode connection over time. Learn how to create safety in your conversations, break unhealthy rhythms from your past, and build new habits that foster real understanding. Because clarity is kind, connection takes intention, and communication is about more than just words—it’s about being truly heard. Episode Highlights: Communication is the...
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The Mindful Marriage: Breaking Cycles and Building Connection in Christ with Ron Deal Ep.701
Awesome Marriage Podcast
In this episode, Dr. Kim sits down with Ron Deal to talk about what it really means to build a mindful marriage. Ron shares lessons from his new book, Mindful Marriage, and how restoration therapy helped him and his wife Nan find healing and deeper connection. Together, they explore how faith, self-awareness, and emotional regulation can transform your relationship from the inside out. Episode Insights: Authenticity is the foundation of lasting happiness. Emotional dysregulation is normal. Our brains respond to threat, not fairness. Pain cycles drive repeated conflict. Growth and...
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The Power of Praying Together as a Couple and Pursuing Spiritual Growth Together Ep. 70
Awesome Marriage Podcast
700 episodes! What better way than to do this episode with Nancy who has been here with me through all of the seasons and cohosts and guests on the Awesome Marriage podcast. And there is no better topic for us than to talk about how powerful prayer is for your marriage and the daily rhythm of praying together. Nancy initiated praying together on our first night as a married couple and we’ve kept it going ever since. Not only does it serve to protect our marriage, but it serves to grow us each closer to the Lord and one another. Join us as we talk about the power of a praying couple and how...
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Confessions of the Higher Desire Wife with J. Parker Ep. 699
Awesome Marriage Podcast
Mismatched sex drives in marriage? You're not alone—and it's not a problem to fix, but an opportunity to grow together. Most couples (up to 90%!) will experience periods where their sexual desires don't line up perfectly. It's completely normal—and it's a chance to build deeper understanding, communication, and compassion in your relationship. Getting honest about differences means you can meet each other where you are, as a team. This conversation is full of encouragement for the couple (or the spouse) who is feeling the disconnect from the different drives. Join Dr. Kim and J. Parker as...
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How to Rekindle Intimacy & Guarding your Marriage from Emotional Affairs Ep. 698
Awesome Marriage Podcast
What do you do when intimacy and connection in your marriage start to fade? How can you rekindle the spark, or better yet, keep it burning strong? In this episode, we talk about practical and biblical ways to nurture intimacy in all its forms. When you intentionally protect and prioritize closeness with your spouse, you not only build a marriage you truly enjoy, but you also guard your relationship against the dangers of emotional affairs. Episode Highlights: Identify the different types of intimacy shared within marriage. The wholeness of your marriage matters. All forms of intimacy...
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How to Rekindle Intimacy & Guarding your Marriage from Emotional Affairs Ep. 698
Awesome Marriage Podcast
What do you do when intimacy and connection in your marriage start to fade? How can you rekindle the spark, or better yet, keep it burning strong? In this episode, we talk about practical and biblical ways to nurture intimacy in all its forms. When you intentionally protect and prioritize closeness with your spouse, you not only build a marriage you truly enjoy, but you also guard your relationship against the dangers of emotional affairs. Episode Highlights: Identify the different types of intimacy shared within marriage. The wholeness of your marriage matters. All forms of intimacy...
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Reclaimed: The Story of Healing with Stephanie Boersma Ep. 697
Awesome Marriage Podcast
I’m so thankful for this conversation with Stephanie Broersma about her brand-new resource: Reclaimed: A Course to Guide You Through Betrayal and Infidelity Trauma. This powerful resource is designed for those walking through the trauma of betrayal, offering hope, healing, and a path forward. In our conversation, Stephanie shares how the course helps you stay connected to the Lord in the midst of grief, while also providing practical next steps and long-term rhythms to move toward restoration. She reminds us that your spouse’s decisions do not define your worth and that there is a real...
info_outlineIt's week two of Wider Lens. This week, Jonathon shares his story of recognizing his addiction, confronting the root causes beneath it, and finding freedom through Christ. From misordered priorities to the hidden struggles many Christians face, this conversation explores recovery, sanctification, and the hope that healing is possible. We are praying that this episode encourages you to reflect, reprioritize and hold tightly to the hope of Jesus!
Episode Highlights:
Understanding addiction as a spectrum allows for earlier intervention and support.
Acknowledging one's addiction is the first step towards healing and transformation.
True recovery requires deep honesty and accountability beyond surface-level admissions.
Embracing those with messy sanctification stories fosters healing and growth.
Identifying and correcting disordered priorities is crucial for recovery.
Quotes from Today’s Episode:
Part of what kept me in a disordered relationship with alcohol is what the devil uses “I don’t look or act like what I think an alcoholic looks like.” - J. Seidl
Radical vulnerability, when you start practicing it, it's contagious and the devil hates it. -J. Seidl
Anything that is misordered is disordered.-J. Seidl
The mommy wine juice culture, mommy needs this to be mommy, right? It's become accepted.-J. Seidl
I finally was able to stop drinking when I stopped trying to stop drinking. When I shot for Jesus, I got sobriety thrown in.-J. Seidl
If you don’t get to the root of those, it’s just going to be something else. -J. Seidl
Jesus is always going to meet us there. He's not going to let us down.- Dr. Kim
I was ultimately addicted to escapism. -J. Seidl
The muscle memory was forged and formed at a very young age. -J. Seidl
A Wider Lens: Questions for Self Reflection
What habits or priorities in my life might be “good things” that I’ve elevated above God, and how are they shaping my heart?
Where might I be numbing pain or avoiding deeper heart work instead of bringing it honestly before the Lord?
What step of accountability, surrender, or fellowship could I take this week to move closer to freedom and wholeness in Christ?
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