In this conversation, Kevin and Tanya guests, Christopher and Rachelle Barney, discuss their journey through marriage and the ups and downs they have faced. They talk about how they met and the role that God played in bringing them together. They also share their decision to abstain from sex until marriage and the importance of honoring God in their relationship. Christopher opens up about his health struggles and the impact it had on their lives. Overall, their story is a testament to the power of faith and perseverance in marriage. Kevin shares his journey of battling kidney disease and the challenges he faced along the way. He experienced multiple health crises, including his kidneys failing and high blood pressure. Despite the difficulties, Kevin relied on prayer and faith to get through each day. His wife, Rachelle, also played a crucial role in supporting him and praying for his healing. They emphasize the importance of commitment and perseverance in marriage, especially during times of sickness and hardship. Kevin expresses gratitude for his wife and the support she provided throughout their journey.Keywordsmarriage, ups and downs, finances, mindset, journey, transparency, friendship, family, meeting, church, prayer, preparation, attraction, God's plan, abstinence, health struggles, faith, perseverance, kidney disease, health crises, high blood pressure, prayer, faith, support, commitment, perseverance, marriage, gratitude

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Couples Connect and Marriage Discussion

03:42 - Meeting and Early Years of Friendship

04:50 - How They Met and Started Dating

09:39 - Praying for a Spouse and God's Guidance

12:51 - The Journey of Dating and Attraction

21:41 - Honoring God and Abstinence Before Marriage

24:15 - Early Walk with Christ and Conviction to Obey God

28:04 - Confirmation of God's Plan and Unexpected Health Challenges

31:41 - The Onset of Sickness and the Journey Begins3

7:22 - The Diagnosis and the Decision for Dialysis

38:45 - The Decision for Treatment and the Learning Process

41:57 - The Experience of Dialysis and the Mental Struggle

44:28 - The Power of Faith and the Journey to Healing

49:40 - The Role of Prayer and Support in the Healing Journey

55:35 - The Unexpected Twist and the Power of God's Plan

01:00:50 - Couples Connect Outro (3).mp4