Adventures in Marriage
We began this latest adventure to encourage others and share some of the blessings we experienced in our marriage. We recently celebrated our 25 Wedding Anniversary and noticed how many good people went through very difficult divorces. We have struggled watching family and friends end relationships that meant so much to us and many others. We want to elevate marriage in the cultural conversation and help others realize the blessings God has for them when they love their spouse as Christ loves the church...and along the way, we get to spend a little more time together!
Episodes
43 episodes
NOLA & Birthday E43
Courtney & Shawn check in from NOLA where Cooper is participating in the LMEA All State Choir. Visiting NOLA has never been this chill for them! They share about all of the random things that generate some perspective on the eve of a ...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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37:02
Happy New Year 2026 E42
Courtney & Shawn drop their first episode of 2026 on their very own sweethearts day! January 8, 2026 marks the 33 anniversary of when they began dating...and it's Elvis Presley's birthday (that's how they remember).Thanks for listeni...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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37:21
Chris McLain E41
The second of Shawn's conversation with long time friend and colleague, Rev. Chris McLain. If you haven't listened to episode 40, please go back and catch the first half of the conversation about the pre-marital process he follows and the...
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57:28
Chris McLain E40
After months of talking about it, Shawn finally sat down with long time friend and colleague, Rev. Chris McLain, to talk about the pre-marital process he follows and the importance of getting to know your spouse (and yourself) in order to creat...
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49:10
Stuff We've Learned E39
Courtney and Shawn take a little time to laugh at themselves (mostly Shawn), as they remember some of the lessons learned in marriage together. Share some of your funny lessons with them!
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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36:23
Grumpies! (E38)
In the midst of routine change, discomfort, crazy schedules, and more, how do you break your partner out of the grumpies? On the other side of their recent bathroom remodel, Courtney and Shawn talk about the difficulties of giving into our spou...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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37:01
Recreation E37
After a weekend away, Shawn & Courtney reflect on how important time playing and goofing off together becomes in a marriage. It's never about what's accomplished but it's always about who got to work on it together. Recreation becomes one o...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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28:18
Fluent in Love! E36
Courtney & Shawn share their experience of seeing Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages, in West Monroe recently. For years, the Love Languages have helped people understand the means by which they give and receive love. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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41:44
Mercy! E35
How do you show Mercy in your marriage? God has made evidence of His mercy abundantly clear to Courtney & Shawn lately. They discuss the difficulties of realizing that mercy extends far beyond simply not punishing another for their wrongs. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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39:04
Vacation E34
From the last few moments of vacation, Courtney & Shawn share the difficulties and celebrations of taking time away from the daily grind. This will especially resonate with anyone who struggles with relaxing and being present with your spou...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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35:30
Summer Check In E33
A Mother's Day appendectomy out of town, high blood pressure and sinus infection in the midst of life insurance questions makes for an interesting few weeks of managing family and business life. Courtney and Shawn discuss the importance of taki...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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36:59
E32 The Scoop
In their last episode, Courtney & Shawn alluded to a new adventure that were launching in the near future. NOW is the near future! Check out this episode to hear why and how the Hornsbys decided to buy a 20 year old ice cream and burger din...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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31:31
Values E31
Building on the conversation with Brice & Meghan (E28-30), Shawn & Courtney talk about the values they have lived into through dating, marriage, and child rearing. Also, they note a sweet date with some big worship opportunities in a cr...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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33:27
E30 Meghan & Brice pt. 3
Courtney & Shawn take the conversation about values shared within the family a little further with Meghan & Brice. Thank you for listening to this conversation!We pray you enjoy it as much as we did!
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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28:29
E29 Meghan & Brice pt. 2
"May your bad days prove that God is good. May your struggles keep you near the cross." God is Good by Jonathan McReynoldsFrom moves across the country to imparting values to your children, the conversation with Meghan & Brice Jones ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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29:14
E28 Meghan & Brice
Our first guests of 2025, Meghan & Brice Jones share their story of commitment and how its brought them to Northeast Louisiana via Canada, Connecticut, and several other stops along the way. They share their decision to elevate family above...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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47:29
You're Worth the Fight! E27
A quick reminder that your marriage is worth fighting for when trouble comes! With almost weekly reminders of how difficult marriage can be popping up around them, Courtney & Shawn talk through why it's worth fighting for your marriage and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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40:01
New Year E26
Courtney & Shawn began dating 32 years ago today! In this episode they talk about the "Epiphanies" they have shared in their relationship. Husbands and wives can (and hopefully will) experience new revelations about their spouses and their ...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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33:38
Reflect & Review E25
Happy New Year! As the first year of AIM ends, Courtney & Shawn talk about some of their favorite moments from the early episodes, the challenges of working together on the podcast, and keeping everything real as they encourage others and w...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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33:18
Christmas Gifts E24
Beyond the wrapping paper, boxes, ribbon, and bows, every husband and wife has gifts that only they can provide for their spouse. While it's great to get a thoughtful present, Courtney & Shawn talk about the intangible gifts they have come ...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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32:53
Advent E23
With Christmas "arriving" in days, Courtney & Shawn take some time to discuss how the Church's long time observance of Advent can be used to strengthen your marriage. Courtney reads from a great article found at
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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35:39
Traditions E22
During this holiday season, pay attention to those seemingly routine and casual traditions because they mean a lot more than you think! Courtney and Shawn discuss how their family traditions have changed over the years with growing children and...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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41:58
Gratitude E21
Happy Thanksgiving from Adventures in Marriage!Remember that your spouse brings amazing gifts to your marriage that would otherwise be missing from your life. Take time to celebrate those gifts and to THANK GOD for them. Also, let your husb...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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34:52