Before the Vows: Marriage Truths We Wish We Knew Sooner
This week on The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather kick off a brand-new series called “Before the Vows.” Inspired by their son’s recent engagement, they share timeless truths that every couple—whether dating, engaged, or married for decades—needs to know.
In this episode, they open up about some of the biggest misconceptions couples carry into marriage—like expecting a spouse to “complete you” or assuming they can meet every single need. With plenty of laughter and real-life examples, Rusty and Heather unpack how God is the only one who makes us whole, and how friendships and community play a vital role in a healthy marriage. Their conversation is honest, hopeful, and practical—reminding us that these aren’t just lessons for newlyweds, but truths that continue to shape strong marriages over a lifetime.
Whether you’re preparing for marriage, raising kids who are approaching that stage, or looking for fresh reminders to strengthen your current relationship, this conversation is for you. It’s not just premarital advice—it’s marriage wisdom that applies to every season.
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From Brokenness to Breakthrough: The Path to a Redeemed Marriage
In the powerful conclusion to their four-part series, Rusty and Heather share the road to redemption after the painful confession that nearly destroyed their marriage. They pick up right where the story left off, walking through the raw and honest moments that followed the revelation—when non-negotiables had to be set, boundaries had to be drawn, and a clear line in the sand was established.
They describe the moment of true brokenness that led to real repentance, and how that became the starting point of a long, difficult, but ultimately beautiful journey of healing. This episode highlights what rebuilding trust really looks like, the reality that forgiveness is both a decision and a daily choice, and the intentional work required to lay a new foundation for a marriage.
Rusty and Heather also share the practical and spiritual tools that helped them—counseling, mentorship, marriage intensives, and the balance of navigating personal healing while fighting for their relationship. They reveal how God used their deepest pain to create a ministry that now brings hope and direction to couples around the world.
For anyone who has ever wondered if a marriage can truly be redeemed after betrayal and heartbreak, this episode is living proof that with God, not only is it possible—but a stronger, more beautiful marriage can rise from the ashes.
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From Regret to Repentance: The Turning Point in Our Story
What happens in the critical hours and days after infidelity comes to light? In this pivotal episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather Bryant share the raw aftermath of confession—the fear, chaos, and the moment their private pain became a public reality. Rusty reveals the non-negotiable boundaries he set to give their marriage any chance of survival. Heather opens up about her journey from regret and shame to true, God-led brokenness—the turning point that made redemption possible. Together, they walk through the first, crucial steps toward trust, forgiveness, and healing. This episode is essential for anyone navigating the fragile space between betrayal and restoration.
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Before the Fall: The Unseen Steps to Infidelity
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 foundation and opened the door to betrayal. Rusty offers perspective from the betrayed spouse, reminding listeners that protecting a marriage begins with guarding your own heart. Together, they reveal how pride, discontentment, and the belief that you “deserve better” can become footholds for the enemy. This episode is essential for anyone seeking to understand the anatomy of infidelity—not to assign blame, but to build stronger boundaries, restore hope, and pursue a deeper walk with God.
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August 23, 2011: The Confession That Changed Our Marriage Forever
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 invite listeners into the raw, unfiltered story of that night: the phone call that forced a confession, the hours of fear and uncertainty before the truth came out, and the immediate aftermath that left their future hanging in the balance. Both share their perspectives—Heather recounting what was happening in her heart before confession and Rusty revealing what it was like to hear the words, “I’ve been unfaithful.” More importantly, they explain how God met them in the middle of their devastation, speaking clearly and giving hope when everything felt lost. This episode isn’t about sensational details—it’s about the power of God to restore even the most broken marriages. Whether someone is facing betrayal, walking through a season of hopelessness, or simply in need of encouragement, Rusty and Heather’s story points to the truth that redemption is possible and hope is real.
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