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Dating, Marriage, and Parenting with the Vander Ploegs | Season 3 Episode 11
05/17/2025
Dating, Marriage, and Parenting with the Vander Ploegs | Season 3 Episode 11
In Episode 11 of The Disciple Standard Podcast, Pastor Aaron, Pastor Scott, and Andrea dive deep into faith, family, parenting, and marriage from a biblical perspective. They tackle real questions like: How spiritually ready should someone be before marriage? What’s the most impactful thing parents can do to pass on their faith to their kids? What’s the most challenging season of motherhood—and how can faith make a difference? What does Scripture say about marriage, divorce, and raising a godly household? Whether you’re a young adult thinking about marriage, a parent in the thick of it, or someone looking to build a faith-filled home, this episode offers honest insights, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement. 🎉 This episode is sponsored by The Crafter Party by Cherie Youngblood — where creativity meets celebration. Visit her on social to book your next unforgettable event! 🎧 New episodes of The Disciple Standard Podcast drop every Thursday on YouTube. https://disciplestandard.com/ Support the Podcast - Visit our church - Connect with us - Timestamps: 00:01 - Faith and Relationships 00:18 - Spiritual Disciplines in Marriage 00:58 - Introductions: The Podcast Panel 02:56 - Topic Setup: Marriage and Mother’s Day 03:18 - How They Met: The Andrea & Scott Story 10:33 - When Faith Becomes the Foundation 11:02 - Why We Chose Each Other 12:36 - A Relationship Rooted in the Bible 14:16 - What Drew Scott to Andrea 15:06 - The Commitment to Read the Bible Together 16:25 - Faith Compatibility and Dating 19:12 - Faith Level in Relationships 20:15 - Compatibility in Relationships 20:58 - Faith, Finances, and Core Values 22:00 - Dating Advice: Start with Faith 24:21 - Emotional and Spiritual Balance in Marriage 25:00 - Supporting Each Other Through Struggles 25:41 - 28 Years of Marriage 26:04 - Spiritual Disciplines for Couples 26:25 - Raising Kids with Active Faith 28:24 - Passive vs Active Faith Leadership at Home 28:59 - Benefits of Growing Up in Church 33:40 - Church is People, Not Just a Building 34:06 - Community as a Spiritual Discipline 36:05 - Faith and Community as Core Family Values 39:20 - Conflicting Schedules and Church Disconnect 39:44 - Re-centering the Family on Faith 40:25 - Shifting to Motherhood Challenges 43:06 - Trusting God's Plan for Your Kids 43:32 - Ministry Life and Its Demands on Marriage 47:00 - Wisdom and Discernment in Marriage 47:44 - Trusting a Husband’s Convictions 50:34 - The Unseen Sacrifices of Moms 52:01 - Single Mothers and Their Strength 53:26 - Sacrifice as a Form of Worship 56:37 - The CrafterParty Sponsor 57:22 - Introducing the Candace Owens Video 1:00:00 - Realizing My Own Selfishness in Marriage 1:01:52 - Why the Gospel Is Essential for Selflessness 1:02:21 - Culture’s Shifting View on Marriage 1:02:41 - Introducing a Video: "Marriage Is an L" 1:03:53 - Dating with Core Values in Mind 1:04:33 - Cultural Resistance to Commitment 1:05:17 - Marriage Is a Sacred Covenant, Not a Contract 1:05:45 - Love Is Always a Risk 1:06:30 - Marriage Exposes Deep Vulnerability 1:07:13 - Sticking Through Hardship with Covenant Love 1:08:06 - Love Requires Trust in the Covenant 1:08:29 - Abuse Is a Clear Exception 1:08:54 - Abuse Requires Boundaries and Help 1:09:17 - The Risk of Unequally Yoked Marriages 1:09:47 - Advice for Unequally Yoked Marriages 1:10:15 - Don’t Ignore Foundational Incompatibilities 1:10:35 - When One Spouse Converts in Marriage 1:11:23 - Living as a Christian Witness in Marriage 1:12:12 - Common but Challenging: Mixed-Faith Marriages 1:12:38 - Encouragement for the Faithful Spouse 1:13:12 - Seek Wisdom, Pray, and Persevere 1:13:57 - Why We Were Hesitant About This Episode 1:14:21 - Comparison and the Danger of Idealizing Others 1:15:07 - Social Media’s Skewed View of Marriage 1:15:50 - Embracing Your Unique Relationship Journey 1:16:08 - Psalm 16: Finding Peace in Your Own “Land” 1:16:35 - Choosing Thankfulness Over Comparison 1:17:12 - God’s Unique Plan for Each of Us 1:17:38 - Trusting God's Plan Through All Seasons 1:18:10 - Gratitude for the Life God Gave Me 1:18:32 - Trusting God Over Discontentment 1:19:00 - Finding Joy and Contentment Now 1:19:24 - God’s Intimate Involvement and Gratefulness 1:19:50 - Marriage Challenges and Life’s Seasons 1:20:22 - Moving to Florida: A Major Challenge 1:20:44 - Struggling with Family Distance and Jealousy 1:21:09 - Trusting God Through the Transition 1:21:46 - Overcoming Bitterness and Finding Home 1:22:10 - Mindset Shift and Contentment 1:22:31 - Loneliness and Comparison in Port St. Lucie 1:22:49 - The Danger of Social Media Comparisons 1:23:22 - Reminder of Our Delightful Inheritance 1:23:38 - Closing Remarks and Thanks 1:24:03 - Outro and Upcoming Topics
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