Love on the Frontline
"Love on the Frontline" is a compelling Christian marriage podcast hosted by Grant and Joan Johnson, a couple deeply committed to not just preserving but strengthening their union in the face of numerous challenges.
Grant and Joan's approach is one of honesty and vulnerability, providing listeners with insights into how God is the anchor in tumultuous times. The podcast doesn't shy away from the reality that marriage can often feel like a battlefield, where external pressures and internal conflicts can test a couple's bond. However, through their experiences, the Johnsons illustrate how these challenges can also serve as opportunities for growth, both individually but, most importantly, as a unit.
Episodes
22 episodes
Covenant in a Disposable World
In a world where everything feels replaceable, relationships included, what does it mean to live out a covenant?In this episode, Grant and Joan talk honestly about the tension between a culture of convenience and God’s design for commitm...
Rapid Fire
Sometimes life on the Frontline isn’t a slow, thoughtful conversation; sometimes it’s "rapid fire".In this fun episode of Love on the Frontline, Grant and Joan ask each other random questions and answer on the spot. No overthink...
“Shaped Before We Said ‘I Do’”
We all enter marriage already shaped — by our childhood, our family patterns, and what we learned was “normal.” But what happens when those patterns surface in conflict, leadership, and intimacy? In this episode, Grant and Joan explore...
"Friends, Canadians, Countrymen, LENT Us Your Ears"
In this new episode, Grant and Joan share about their most recent journey and how God continues to be faithful through it all. They also talk about Lent and what this season could look like for couples.
Rebranded, Rebooted and Raring to Go!
After a very long time away, Grant and Joan are finally back with a rebranded podcast and a little teaser episode. It's an invitation to hear their heart for this new direction and get reacquainted with them!
“And Now, Back to Our Story Part Two”
Grant and Joan conclude their episodes about dating with kids and blending families. In doing so, they share some things from their hearts and hurts that have never been disclosed or discussed before Listen is as they get real and raw onc...
“And Now, Back to Our Story...”
As Grant and Joan enter the new year, they are picking up on their story and talking a bit about what it looks like to start a new relationship when there are kids in the picture. Reflecting back on the early months of their relationship, Grant...
"A Man Among Kids Part Two"
This week Joan is back with Turner to continue the story of his journey. As Turner shared in the previous episode, there are definite ups and downs to being a male working in childcare. &...
"A Man Among Kids"
Grant and Joan are excited to welcome one of their adult children to the podcast this week. You are encouraged to listen as Turner shares some of his journey and a lot of his heart in finding his purpose and calling to work with children in ear...
"Called by God"
Understanding God's purpose for their lives is something all parents long for their kids. As the world influences and attempts to direct our adult children, it is God's purpose and calling that they most need in their lives. In this episode Gra...
"Until Theirs Kicks In"
In this last chapter of the four foundational chapters from Stormie Omaritan's book, The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children, the topic is freedom, restoration and wholeness. As Grant and Joan review the chapter, they also include ma...
"Just Ask For It!"
Chapter 3 of "The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children" by Stormie Omartian is about three vital things we all need-wisdom, discernment and a revelation from God. Having these allow parents and adult children alike to function in the most e...
"All In"
Using Stormie Omartian's book, The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children, Grant and Joan delve into chapters one and two and offer a summary and personal reflections.
"It Never Ends"
When raising young children, parents pray diligently and have a heavy and direct influence over their children's lives. However as these children grow into adulthood and more independence, many parents feel helpless and hopeless. While it is ch...
"This One's for Vi"
After being absent for almost five months, Grant and Joan return with an episode dedicated to Joan's mom, Vi, who passed away in February. Grief can be unpredictable and affects everyone in different ways. As Grant and Joan have ...
"Unscripted"
It's been almost four months since Grant and Joan recorded a podcast and they are excited to be back. This is an unscripted and light episode in honour of Valentine's Day; they hope it's the spark that gets them back on track!
"When Grantie Met Joanie"
In episode six, Grant and Joan talk about how their love story began. From meeting as teenagers to reuniting years later, it is evident how God has been instrumental in their relationship.
"This One's Prescriptive"
After another unplanned break in recording, Grant and Joan are back! They are excited to share what they've learned in the past few weeks and to "prescribe" the best solutions for challenging times, according to God's Word.
"In the Palm of His Hand"
When we believe and follow Jesus, our names our engraved in the palm of God's hand and He holds us there, even when we go off track. This week Grant shares about the period of his life when he chose to go his own way and how decisions made then...
"Like at First Sight?"
After a couple of challenging weeks, Grant and Joan are back to share about relationships and how theirs began.