The Redeemed Marriage Podcast

An affair doesn’t begin in a single moment of passion—it starts with quiet compromises and subtle shifts of the heart. In this second part of their powerful testimony series, Rusty and Heather Bryant revisit the season before the confession that forever changed their marriage. With raw vulnerability, Heather shares how seemingly harmless “what if” thoughts and a craving for affirmation outside of her marriage slowly eroded her foun...

In a single night, a confession of infidelity shattered their marriage—and opened the door for God to rewrite their story. On August 23, 2011, Rusty and Heather Bryant’s marriage faced its breaking point. After 15 years together, Heather confessed to an affair—a moment that devastated their relationship and set them on a path they never could have imagined. In this deeply personal episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, they invi...

In this week’s episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather take on some classic marriage advice in a lighthearted game of “Truth or Trash.” From the famous “Never go to bed angry” to “Marriage is 50/50,” they dissect some of the most common sayings passed down through generations—sharing their personal perspectives, agreeing, disagreeing, and having a little fun along the way! They’ll dive into the real meaning behi...

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 unworthine...

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. T...

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. Discove...

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 pla...

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, inc...

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 pe...

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 cruci...

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 qu...

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...

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 ...

This week on The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather unpack the concept of accepting your story—the good, the bad, and the parts you wish you could change. Inspired by a recent sermon from Louie Giglio (Passion City Church) about the significance of self-care and embracing our unique narratives, they explore how true healing begins when we stop fighting our past.

Whether your story includes past mistakes, regrets, trauma, ...

Welcome back to the Redeemed Marriage Podcast! In their ongoing "Marriage Killers" series, Rusty and Heather Bryant tackle a surprisingly common yet devastating issue: the slow fade of fun and laughter from a relationship. What happens when the joy, playfulness, and shared enjoyment that once defined your connection start to dwindle? Boredom can set in, routines become ruts, and the spark can dim.

What happens when "me first" becomes the default setting in a relationship? Selfishness, often disguised as legitimate needs or expectations, can quietly creep in and destroy a marriage from the inside out. Join Rusty and Heather Bryant on the Redeemed Marriage Podcast for the latest episode in their "Marriage Killers" series as they tackle this common but devastating issue. They get brutally honest about the subtle (and not-so-sub...

Are secrets silently eroding the foundation of your marriage? In this installment of the "Marriage Killers" series, Rusty and Heather Bryant tackle the destructive power of secrecy in relationships. Discover why keeping secrets from your spouse, even seemingly small ones about finances, thoughts, or daily activities, can create distance, break trust, and ultimately kill intimacy. They explore how secrets often start small but can s...

Subtle habits can slowly destroy your marriage. The biggest threats are usually a quiet drift away from what matters most. Continuing with the "Marriage Killers" series, Rusty and Heather Bryant discuss the crucial role that God plays in marital health and the dangers of letting Him slip from the center. Discover practical warning signs that you might be experiencing spiritual drift as a couple. They also discuss the importance of ...

Are you unknowingly drifting away from your spouse? This week on the Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather Bryant discuss the subtle ways marriages can deteriorate due to neglect. Discover how this "marriage killer" can slowly erode emotional connection, intimacy, and trust. They'll explore how "doing nothing" can be one of the biggest threats to your relationship, causing a drift towards disconnection. Learn practical steps...