Connected Christian Wife | Intimacy, Date Nights, Quality Time, My Happy Marriage, Effective Communication
Jennifer Fanning | Christian Marriage Coach & Christian Relationship Mentor
38 episodes
3 weeks ago
Do you long for your husband’s heart to be turned toward Christ? Do you want to build a Christ-centred, godly marriage that honours God even if your husband is an unbeliever or a new believer? Are you struggling to trust his leadership, because he is not yet a believer?
Maybe you’re walking through the struggles of feeling misaligned in your values, or you’re unsure of how to trust your husband’s leadership because he doesn’t share your faith.
Hey sis, I’m Jennifer Fanning. A daughter of the King, a prayerful wife and mum. I’ve been where you are—praying for my husband’s faith, feeling frustrated, and wondering if things would ever change. Having the desire to build a godly marriage but not knowing how.
It wasn’t until the Holy Spirit intervened and began working on my heart, that I realised God can use me (and you) to build a marriage that honours Him even if your husband is an unbeliever or a new believer.
God can transform your marriage, and He can use you to draw your husband closer to Him, because it is God’s will for every marriage to bring glory and honour to Him.
In this podcast, I’ll be sharing practical, Christ-centred solutions to help you navigate the challenges of being married to an unbeliever or a new believer. You’ll learn how to build a Biblical marriage that honours God, how to pray for your husband using Scripture and how to communicate and resolve conflict in your marriage with patience, love, and wisdom, all while growing stronger in your walk with God.
If you’re ready to embrace your calling as a prayerful wife, grow stronger in your faith, communicate with love and see God move in your marriage, this podcast is for you.
Grab your Bible, notebook, and pen—and let’s dive in. I’m so glad you’re here.
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Do you long for your husband’s heart to be turned toward Christ? Do you want to build a Christ-centred, godly marriage that honours God even if your husband is an unbeliever or a new believer? Are you struggling to trust his leadership, because he is not yet a believer?
Maybe you’re walking through the struggles of feeling misaligned in your values, or you’re unsure of how to trust your husband’s leadership because he doesn’t share your faith.
Hey sis, I’m Jennifer Fanning. A daughter of the King, a prayerful wife and mum. I’ve been where you are—praying for my husband’s faith, feeling frustrated, and wondering if things would ever change. Having the desire to build a godly marriage but not knowing how.
It wasn’t until the Holy Spirit intervened and began working on my heart, that I realised God can use me (and you) to build a marriage that honours Him even if your husband is an unbeliever or a new believer.
God can transform your marriage, and He can use you to draw your husband closer to Him, because it is God’s will for every marriage to bring glory and honour to Him.
In this podcast, I’ll be sharing practical, Christ-centred solutions to help you navigate the challenges of being married to an unbeliever or a new believer. You’ll learn how to build a Biblical marriage that honours God, how to pray for your husband using Scripture and how to communicate and resolve conflict in your marriage with patience, love, and wisdom, all while growing stronger in your walk with God.
If you’re ready to embrace your calling as a prayerful wife, grow stronger in your faith, communicate with love and see God move in your marriage, this podcast is for you.
Grab your Bible, notebook, and pen—and let’s dive in. I’m so glad you’re here.
Learn why you keep yelling at your husband and what to do about it in this episode.✨Book your Marriage Connection Coaching Call: https://links.jenniferfanning.co/widget/bookings/marriage-connection-coaching ✨You love your family deeply, but in the heat of the moment, when you’re overwhelmed, overstimulated, and just plain exhausted — the yelling comes out before you even realise it.
In today’s episode, we’re having a real heart-to-heart about what’s really behind your anger. I’m sharing five possible reasons why you keep yelling and how to stop, so you can move from frustration to peace — and finally enjoy a marriage that feels calm, connected, and full of grace. 💛
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
What might really be hiding underneath all that anger and frustration
A surprising link between your body and your emotions
Why your surroundings could be making it harder to stay calm
The one simple thing that can transform how you respond to your husband
How to begin finding peace and healing when your heart feels heavy
💬 Friend, you’ll walk away with:
A calmer heart and practical tools to manage emotional triggers
Biblical truths that help you trade guilt for grace
A deeper understanding of how to restore connection in your marriage, one moment at a time
✨ Scriptures Mentioned:
Philippians 4:6
1 Corinthians 6:19
Psalm 46:10
Matthew 11:28–30
1 Peter 5:7
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This episode will help you feel seen by your husband.✨Book your Marriage Connection Coaching Call: https://bit.ly/connectioncoachingcall ✨Do you sometimes feel like your husband doesn’t get you? You don’t think he sees you, because if he truly did, he would help out more in the house and lighten your load. Right?I get you. I too have struggled with thoughts of “my husband doesn’t understand me.” “He doesn’t know how I feel” “I don’t think he appreciates me.” It really hurts to be married to someone who you love with all your heart, but still feel disconnected from them – like you are both living separate lives under one roof.So today, I want to share some advice on what to do to feel appreciated and build connection in your marriage.My goal with this episode is to encourage you, and to shift your perspective if you are feeling misunderstood in your marriage.
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I have been having conversations with some women lately and I’ve noticed that resentment is one of the biggest root causes of communication breakdown and a lack of intimacy in their marriages. So if that is you, this episode is for you.We are going to talk about resentment, how it can impact physical, emotional and spiritual intimacy in your marriage, and what to do about it.If you struggle to forgive your husband for the hurt he has caused you, or maybe you can’t seem to forgive yourself for the pain you caused in your marriage, I want you to know there is hope, because we have been saved by The Redeemer, Jesus Christ who takes what is broken and makes it better than it ever was.In this episode, I want to provide not only tactical strategies to start implementing today to get rid of resentment as a Christian wife and to choose forgiveness instead, but I also want this to be an episode where you feel seen and encouraged.I believe this will bless you, so let us get into it.
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Are you feeling discouraged in your marriage right now? You have prayed and cried out to God for help, and nothing seems to change.
Friend, in this episode, I share Biblical encouragement to help you build a deeper trust in God. Because God is close to the broken-hearted and He is in the business of healing hearts, minds and marriages. He is calling you to trust Him with what you have - your marriage.
If you are a Christian wife feeling overwhelmed from the workload you are carrying in your marriage and home, this episode will encourage you to lay it all down at the foot of Jesus and trust Him to give you the peace and joy you need in your marriage today.
Remember to email me info@jenniferfanning.co to book a 1 hour marriage coaching session with me so I can give you the tools you need to release control and build a godly marriage and intimacy with your husband.
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Are you carrying so much mental load in your home and marriage? Do you feel unsupported by your husband? You want to relax and enjoy the life God has blessed you with, but how can you let your hair down and have fun when there are dishes in the sink, the kids are constantly crying for you and you have four laundry baskets full of clean clothes that still need to be put away? While your husband is sitting on the couch watching funny videos, laughing to himself or playing video games.I know you don’t want to be in control, but you struggle to let go, because you are afraid things will fall apart if you don’t. How can you trust your husband to take care of the house and the kids well, when he has failed you before?In this episode, I share with you five things I do as a recovering control-freak to encourage my husband to contribute to the housework and the kids.By the end of this episode you will learn:✅ one thing that you could be doing that isn’t helping
✅ how to lay down that mental load ✅ a simple tip to use so your husband wants to help out more
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Hey friend, do you and your husband struggle with intimacy? Maybe he wants to have more sex, but your body freezes up when he touches you. Or you are exhausted after a long day of work and taking care of the kids, so you just want to fall asleep the moment your head hits the pillow. Maybe you do want to be physically intimate with him, but you don’t feel emotionally supported enough, so you don’t desire sex as much.You are not broken - you are physically and emotionally exhausted and overwhelmed. Let’s fix that, so you can heal intimacy in your marriage and enjoy it.By the end of this episode you will learn:✅ setting a sex frequency that works for you✅ one thing that you are lacking that may be the reason you struggle to get intimate with your husband
✅ how to prepare your mind and body for sex✅ how to feel emotionally and physically supported by your husband
✅ two tricks to try to help your body and mind desire sexI can’t wait to share this with you. Let’s get into it.
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Hey girl, do you ever feel like you are always “on”? Girl, do you ever feel like you never get a moment to yourself? From the second your kids wake up until bedtime, you’re on duty — meeting everyone’s needs and carrying the mental load. It’s exhausting, and you find yourself longing for just a little breathing room. That’s why today I’m sharing 5 simple ways you can start treating alone time as SELF CARE, even as a busy mum. These are practical shifts that will help you step out of overwhelm, refill your cup, and show up for your husband and kids with more joy.Because here’s the truth: when you don’t take time to rest, to breathe, to just be you, it’s not only your energy that suffers — it’s your marriage, your intimacy, and your connection with God. You want to feel restored. You want to feel like yourself again. And girl, you want to show up for your husband and kids with joy, not resentment.
So if you’ve been overwhelmed, exhausted, and wishing you could finally create some space for rest, this episode is going to bless you.
In this episode, we talk about:✅ setting boundaries✅ having a restful morning routine✅ what to do in the middle of the day to gain more energy✅ adding more joy to your life✅ the one thing that MAY be stealing your time of rest
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Do you feel like Dracula or Cruella de Vil when you are on your period? You try to be patient with your husband and kids, but between the period cramps and the emotional rollercoaster, you end up yelling and then crying about it in the bathroom because you feel awful.
Today, I’m sharing 3 ways I let my husband support me when I’m on my period. Period is not a dirty word or a forbidden thing. It’s time to normalise your menstrual cycle and teach your husband how to take care of you when you are on your period. Not because you are incapacitated, but because you too deserve to be pampered and taken care of.
You do not want to miss this, so grab a notebook and a pen.
In this episode, we talk about:✅ the menstrual cycle, PMS and periods✅ the importance of knowing your cycle✅ communicating your needs to your husband effectively
I pray it blesses you.
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Friend, are you and your husband in the thick of parenthood and you can’t find time for date nights? Maybe you have small children and can’t find anyone you can trust to watch your kids so you can go on dates.
Girl, I get it. As busy working parents of two, my husband and I are still able to enjoy our marriage and have date nights at home most weekends.
In this episode, I share 5 steps to having uninterrupted date nights at home so you can start enjoying your marriage again.
We cover:
✅ What to do so your kids don’t interrupt date nights✅ How to not get bored with having dates at home ✅ How to overcome mom guilt✅ Ways to spiritually protect this quality time with your husband
I pray this blesses you.
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Do you and your husband find it hard to talk about important issues without it leading to an argument? Do you feel unheard in your marriage because your husband just doesn't understand you?
If so, this episode is for you. Today, I’m going to be sharing with you the one phrase that my husband and I use to help us communicate better and understand each other’s point of view.
PLUS a bonus tip that will help you dissolve heated conversations and connect with your husband
This communication tool has vastly reduced the number of disagreements we have, and it has helped improve intimacy in our marriage.
So if you are ready to fix communication breakdown and stop fighting with your husband, listen up.
I pray this blesses you.
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Hey girl, if you and your husband struggle to be on the same page, or make decisions without having conflicts and fighting in your marriage, this episode is for you.I am sharing FOUR simple steps you can follow to help you submit to your husband’s leadership as a Christian wife and make decisions quickly. Because when you submit as a godly wife, you build intimacy in your marriage both spiritually and physically. Intimacy starts with submission and trusting God.I pray this encourages you.Get in touch:📩 Email: info@jenniferfanning.co
Do you feel like there’s a wall between you and your husband? Is he avoidant and disinterested in trying in your marriage? Like no matter how hard you try to connect, he avoids deep conversation, shuts down emotionally, or just scrolls on his phone instead of spending time with you?
Girl, you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy for wanting more.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful, practical tips you can start using today to begin breaking down the emotional walls and heal your marriage from that painful disconnection. We’re talking about real tools that will help you connect on a deeper level—physically, spiritually, and emotionally—even if your husband is the avoidant one.
If you’re craving intimacy, this one’s for you 💛
Ever wonder if your husband truly sees you? Not just notice that you got your hair done, but see the physical and mental load you are carrying and appreciate you for it. Or better yet, steps up to ease your burden? I am going to be sharing practical tools you can use to have a deeper emotional connection with your man so that he sees you and you feel heard - without nagging, chasing, or shutting down.
If you’re longing to feel known, safe, and seen in your marriage… this one’s for you, girl. 💛
Get in touch:📩 Email: info@jenniferfanning.co Related episodes:
05 | 5 Things To Start Doing Now To Build an Enjoyable & Godly Marriage in 2025
09 | From Roommate to LOVERS!! 5 Ways to Pour Into Your Marriage During a Busy Season as a Godly Wife
Do you ever feel like you’re always on—juggling everything for everyone while running on fumes?
You’re pouring into your kids, your husband, your home, your job... and by the end of the day, there’s nothing left for you. You’re physically tired, emotionally spent, and spiritually disconnected. But still, you can’t seem to turn off.
Girl, you are not meant to live like this.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 intentional routines that will help you make space for real rest—the kind that restores your mind, body, and soul, and invites God into the middle of your everyday chaos.
If you’re desperate to slow down, reconnect with God, and show up for your marriage with something more than empty energy and resentment… this is for you.
Is your laid-back husband leaving all the decisions—and the pressure—on your shoulders, girl? 😩 You’re craving connection and spiritual leadership, but instead you feel overwhelmed and always “on.”
In this episode, I’m sharing 4 simple, powerful sentences that will help:✨ Invite him into leadership✨ Spark more intimacy and quality time✨ Lighten your mental and emotional load
If you’re longing for your husband to lead more in your marriage and these phrases are for you.
I pray this encourages you.
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Is your phone lowkey ruining your marriage? 😬Girl, you're not alone — in this episode, we're having a real heart-to-heart about the sneaky ways social media and screen time are stealing from your marriage. This one's convicting and freeing!
💬 In this episode, we talk about:✅ 5 sneaky ways your phone is causing more harm than good✅ Why social media is making you feel disconnected and discontent✅ How to set healthy phone boundaries in marriage (without being extreme!)✅ Simple habits to help you be more present at home
✨ This episode will help you feel less distracted, more intentional, and way more connected with your man — starting today.
Let’s unplug to reconnect, girl. Your marriage is worth it. 💛
I pray it encourages you.
📧 Get in touch: info@jenniferfanning.co
Next Steps: 📝 Want to receive my weekly devotionals? Download the FREE Prayer Journal for Your Marriage to join my email list: https://jenniferfanning.systeme.io/prayerjournal
💛 Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprayerfulwife
In today’s episode of The Prayerful Wife Podcast, we’re having a heart-to-heart about something many wives do without even realising it - bashing their husbands in conversations with friends, sisters, or even their mommas. Sis, it might feel harmless at the moment, but those words have power - and today, we’re talking about a better way.
Join me as we break down:
✅ Why venting can quietly tear down your marriage (and what Proverbs says about it) ✅ How to set boundaries with the people closest to you ✅ The importance of protecting your husband’s image - even when you’re upset ✅ How prayer can prepare you for hard conversations and girl-time chats ✅ The subtle trap of gossip and how to guard your heart from it ✅ PLUS: a bonus tip that’ll help you gracefully change the topic when convos get messy 👀
If you’re ready to grow as a godly wife and protect your marriage from casual negativity, this one’s for you! 🎙️
I pray it encourages you.
📧 Get in touch: info@jenniferfanning.co
Next Steps: 📝 Want to receive my weekly devotionals? Download the FREE Prayer Journal for Your Marriage to join my email list: https://jenniferfanning.systeme.io/prayerjournal
💛 Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprayerfulwife
Hey sis, I see you. You’re trying to hold your marriage together while your husband seems resentful, stressed, or constantly angry. You want to help, but you feel drained, confused, and maybe even a little hopeless.
I’ve been there too. And in this episode, I’m sharing the truth, encouragement, and Biblical wisdom that helped me navigate those tough seasons..
In this episode, we’ll cover: 💛 4 grace-filled ways to respond to your husband’s pain, stress or anger 💛 3 heart-level shifts you can make as a Biblical wife (without carrying the weight of his emotions) 💛 Why it’s not your job to “fix” him — and how to let God lead 💛 How to know when it’s time to seek help or set boundaries for your safety 💛 Scriptures to anchor you in truth when your emotions want to take over
I pray this encourages you.
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Next Steps: 📝 Want to receive my weekly devotionals? Download the FREE Prayer Journal for Your Marriage to join my email list: 👉 https://jenniferfanning.systeme.io/prayerjournal
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In today’s episode, we’re talking about something every Christian wife faces at some point — conflict in marriage. If you’ve ever wondered how to handle disagreements in a way that honors God and strengthens your relationship, this one's for you! I’m sharing practical, heart-centered strategies rooted in Scripture to help you navigate tough moments with grace, patience, and love. Grab your coffee and join me for a real, encouraging conversation about growing closer even when tensions rise.
👉🏽 Tune in for biblical encouragement, real talk, and simple steps you can start using today!
I pray it encourages you.
📧 Get in touch: info@jenniferfanning.co
Next Steps:
📝 Want to receive my weekly devotionals?Download the FREE Prayer Journal for Your Marriage to join my email list: https://jenniferfanning.systeme.io/prayerjournal
💛 Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprayerfulwife
📝 Want to receive my weekly devotionals?Download the FREE Prayer Journal for Your Marriage to join my email list: https://jenniferfanning.systeme.io/prayerjournal In today’s episode of The Prayerful Wife Podcast, we’re talking about how to fall BACK IN LOVE with your husband as a Godly wife—even when you're unequally yoked. It’s easy to feel distant from your spouse, but with the right mindset and practical steps, you can reignite your marriage and love each other more deeply.
I pray it encourages you.
📧 Get in touch: info@jenniferfanning.co
Next Steps:
📝 Want to receive my weekly devotionals?Download the FREE Prayer Journal for Your Marriage to join my email list: https://jenniferfanning.systeme.io/prayerjournal
💛 Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprayerfulwife
Connected Christian Wife | Intimacy, Date Nights, Quality Time, My Happy Marriage, Effective Communication
Do you long for your husband’s heart to be turned toward Christ? Do you want to build a Christ-centred, godly marriage that honours God even if your husband is an unbeliever or a new believer? Are you struggling to trust his leadership, because he is not yet a believer?
Maybe you’re walking through the struggles of feeling misaligned in your values, or you’re unsure of how to trust your husband’s leadership because he doesn’t share your faith.
Hey sis, I’m Jennifer Fanning. A daughter of the King, a prayerful wife and mum. I’ve been where you are—praying for my husband’s faith, feeling frustrated, and wondering if things would ever change. Having the desire to build a godly marriage but not knowing how.
It wasn’t until the Holy Spirit intervened and began working on my heart, that I realised God can use me (and you) to build a marriage that honours Him even if your husband is an unbeliever or a new believer.
God can transform your marriage, and He can use you to draw your husband closer to Him, because it is God’s will for every marriage to bring glory and honour to Him.
In this podcast, I’ll be sharing practical, Christ-centred solutions to help you navigate the challenges of being married to an unbeliever or a new believer. You’ll learn how to build a Biblical marriage that honours God, how to pray for your husband using Scripture and how to communicate and resolve conflict in your marriage with patience, love, and wisdom, all while growing stronger in your walk with God.
If you’re ready to embrace your calling as a prayerful wife, grow stronger in your faith, communicate with love and see God move in your marriage, this podcast is for you.
Grab your Bible, notebook, and pen—and let’s dive in. I’m so glad you’re here.
