The Redeemed Marriage Podcast

Still Healing, Still Growing, and Still in Love After 29 Years of Marriage

This week on The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather celebrate their 29th wedding anniversary with honest reflections on love, redemption, and real-life struggles after infidelity. In this deeply personal episode, they share how even joyful moments like an anniversary can still stir up pain, triggers, and shame—especially when betrayal is part of your story.
Heather vulnerably opens up about battling feelings of unworthiness and being defined by others. They talk about healing, handling emotional triggers years later, and finding freedom in knowing your true identity in Christ.
Whether you’re in the middle of a marriage crisis or walking years into recovery, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and a real look at what it means to keep growing, loving, and choosing each other every single day.
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When Your Worst Moment Goes Viral

The viral 'Kiss Cam' moment has sparked countless memes and a lot of laughs, but it also opens up a much deeper conversation. For Rusty and Heather, it brings up raw emotions from their own story of walking through a painful and public mess. In this episode, they go beyond the memes to look at the destructive power of secrets, the reality of public shame, and the incredible opportunity for God to bring redemption from the rubble. They discuss what it means to have compassion, not just for the wife and family, but for everyone involved, and how a moment of public failure can become a catalyst for life-changing faith. If you’ve ever wondered how to find hope in humiliation or want to protect your own marriage from hidden dangers, this episode offers a perspective you probably won't hear anywhere else.
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Unlock His Heart: 10 Surprising Questions About Romance

This week on the Redeemed Marriage podcast, the tables are turned! After putting Heather in the hot seat last week, it's Rusty's turn to answer 10 surprising questions about what he finds romantic. If you've ever wondered what men really want when it comes to romance in marriage, this episode is a must-listen.
Join Rusty and Heather for a fun, revealing, and honest conversation that goes beyond the typical date night ideas. Discover the simple, everyday actions that make a husband feel pursued, cherished, and truly loved. From the power of playfulness and adventure to the importance of feeling wanted, Rusty's answers might surprise you and give you powerful new insights into your own relationship. Learn how to improve communication, strengthen your connection, and keep the spark alive, whether you've been married for one year or thirty. This is the practical Christian marriage advice you need to understand your spouse on a deeper level and build a more romantic, redeemed marriage.
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The Romance Quiz Every Couple Needs to Take

Do you assume you know what your spouse finds romantic? As Rusty and Heather approach their 29th wedding anniversary, they kick off a brand new series to discover if the definition of romance changes over the years. In this fun and insightful episode, Rusty puts Heather in the hot seat with 10 specific questions to uncover what romance, connection, and intimacy look like for her today. Join them for an honest conversation about planning a romantic getaway, the difference between spontaneous gestures and thoughtful preparation, and why the love languages you spoke while dating might need an update. This discussion is a perfect guide for any couple looking to improve their communication and better understand how to love their spouse well in their current season of life. You’ll be inspired to ask these same questions in your own marriage and might be surprised by what you learn.
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Building Unity: A Guide to Submission and Respect in Marriage

What does it actually mean for a wife to submit to her husband? In this episode of their Summer Shorts series, Rusty and Heather take on one of the most sensitive and misunderstood topics in Christian marriage, based on a fantastic listener question. Using Ephesians 5 as a guide, they break down the concept of biblical submission, moving beyond the idea of a simple command or hierarchy.
Discover why the context of these verses, including the call for husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church and the principle of mutual submission to one another, is absolutely essential. This isn't about blind obedience or being a doormat; it's about building a strong, unified team. Rusty shares a husband's responsibility to lead in a way that is worthy of respect, while Heather provides a wife's perspective on what it feels like to be led well. They offer practical examples from their own marriage on how they've learned to navigate this dynamic with love and respect.
If you've ever struggled with this passage of scripture or wondered how to apply it to your modern relationship, this conversation will bring clarity, encouragement, and a new perspective on leadership and respect in marriage.
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The "Other Person" in Infidelity: Can You Truly Forgive Them?

Welcome back to Summer Shorts on the Redeemed Marriage Podcast with Rusty and Heather Bryant! In this episode, they look into a deeply personal and common question submitted by a listener: "How am I supposed to forgive the other person involved in my spouse’s infidelity?"
If you're struggling with anger, resentment, and the pain of betrayal caused by your spouse's infidelity, and find it incredibly difficult to forgive the other person involved, this episode is for you. Rusty and Heather offer compassionate insights and practical steps for navigating this challenging aspect of healing after infidelity. Listeners will discover what forgiveness truly means, and importantly, what it doesn't mean, especially in the context of infidelity. They explore the crucial difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, particularly concerning the other person involved, and offer strategies for releasing them from holding power over your emotions and your healing journey. Learn how to process those infuriating thoughts and work towards emotional freedom, understanding the role of faith and God's commands in the journey of forgiveness.
Join Rusty and Heather as they explore this vital aspect of healing from the trauma of infidelity and moving forward in your marriage recovery. This discussion offers hope and guidance for anyone struggling with how to forgive when the hurt runs deep.
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Summer Shorts: Rekindling Intimacy After the Hurt

Hello folks! Summer Shorts are back, and this week Rusty and Heather are tackling a really important and sensitive question about rebuilding intimacy in marriage. 
If your marriage has been rocked by betrayal, broken trust, or significant emotional pain, and you're wondering how to even begin the journey back to physical intimacy, this episode is for you. Rusty and Heather share candidly from their own journey, discussing the crucial role of rebuilding trust and fostering emotional connection first. They explore how vulnerability and open communication in marriage pave the way for healing physical intimacy.
In this conversation, you'll hear about why emotional intimacy truly is the foundation, and how to overcome the hard truth that physical intimacy is often the last area to fully heal. Hear practical steps to reintroduce non-sexual touch, create a safe space for reconnection, and the importance of patience, grace, and understanding in your healing marriage. There is hope to rekindle intimacy and find a path toward a redeemed marriage, even after deep hurt.
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The Unmaking and Remaking of a Man

This Father's Day week, join Rusty and Heather Bryant on the Redeemed Marriage Podcast for a deeply personal and vulnerable conversation about true manhood. Rusty shares candidly how Heather's infidelity and betrayal profoundly impacted his identity as a man, forcing him to confront deep insecurities and redefine strength.
In this special episode, Heather asks Rusty probing questions about:
How betrayal shakes a man's identity.
The permission to feel weakness and grieve.
The journey of forgiveness and modeling it.
Confronting pride in the path to healing.
The current meaning of manhood and how it has evolved.
The legacy he hopes to leave for his sons regarding manhood and marriage.
What strength truly looks like in a redeemed man.
This powerful discussion offers invaluable insights for men navigating their own identity and for women seeking to understand the complexities of the male heart, especially in the context of brokenness, faith, and redemption. Whether you're a husband, father, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of Christian manhood, this episode explores how a relationship with Christ transforms our view of ourselves and our roles. Perfect for anyone reflecting on being a husband and father and what it means to lead with a redeemed heart.
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Vulnerability On Air: From Hulk Costumes to Healing Insecurities

Welcome back to the Redeemed Marriage Podcast! Rusty and Heather are reunited in the studio after a busy few weeks navigating summer schedules and individual commitments. This episode, they discuss fostering connection and communication in marriage by spontaneously answering questions from the popular book "365 Connecting Questions for Couples.”
Get ready for some raw and vulnerable moments as they tackle tough topics like money in marriage, navigating insecurities (even years after infidelity recovery), and what true romance looks like to them. From heartfelt discussions about their relationship challenges and marriage advice on forgiveness, to lighter memories of Halloween costumes and high school dates, this Q&A session offers a candid look into how they keep their bond strong. If you're looking for ways to deepen your own connection, improve marital communication, and hear honest takes on real-life marriage issues, this episode is for you!
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Unstuck: Breaking Free from Past Marriage Pain

Feeling stuck in your marriage after betrayal, infidelity, or past mistakes? Join Rusty and Heather Bryant in this episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast as they explore the difficult journey of getting "unstuck." They discuss the impact of being trapped by past hurts, whether you're the one who was betrayed or the one who caused the pain, struggling with guilt and shame.
Discover why it's crucial to make the conscious choice to heal, forgive (yourself and your spouse), and stop replaying painful memories. Rusty and Heather share personal insights and biblical wisdom, including a powerful look at the story of the woman at the well, to illustrate how you can leave your "jar of shame" behind and allow God to rewrite your story. Learn how being stuck not only affects you but also damages your spouse and hinders the healing process for your marriage. This episode offers hope and practical steps for anyone seeking freedom, joy, and restoration in their relationship, even when moving forward seems impossible.
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