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
55 episodes
Where You Go, I Will Go E55
Congratulations to Hannah & Brandon Hornsby on their recent wedding. Shawn recently officiating their wedding in Mississippi on what turned out to be a total family affair. Hannah and Brandon chose a beautiful passage of Scripture and an ol...
Summer 2026 E54
Finally the end of the LONG HOT SUMMER is here but the heat lingers. Courtney & Shawn share recent celebrations of the kids as well as a major set back in the vehicle department. It's not an adventure anyone wants to experience! Through all...
Friends in Low Places E53
Who speaks into your marriage? Courtney & Shawn talk about those who have influenced their marriage with encouragement and great examples.
San Antonio E52
If you have ever returned from vacation and said, "Eh, it was ok," this episode is for you! With changing interests and maturity levels, the Hornsby children challenge Courtney and Shawn on what it means to vacation together in this season of l...
4 Burners Theory E51
What have you sacrificed or turned down for career, family, friends or your health? Courtney and Shawn talk through the various seasons of life where this theory played out in different ways. The 4 Burners Theory challenges you to consider what...
Jeremy & Rachel Thomas E50!
Long time friends, Jeremy & Rachel, visit with Courtney & Shawn to talk about challenges faced during their many moves across the South and even into Illinois, raising children, and keeping faith. These two families raised families and ...
Viva Las Vegas Take 2 E49
Courtney & Shawn offer a more candid take on the difficulties of breaking away and entering the elusive "Vacation Mode." After a rather dull and disingenuous attempt to tell the story, they hit stop, regrouped, and began the recording again...
In Sickness & In Health E48
A frightening late night ambulance ride to the ER for Shawn changed the topic direction of this episode. Courtney & Shawn will celebrate their first year in business together another time. For now, they recount a long two days of uncertaint...
Anniversary 27 (E47)
Happy Anniversary Courtney & Shawn!Happy Anniversary AIM!Never lose the desire to get to know one another (and yourself!) more intimately. Courtney & Shawn talk about their recent re-evaluation of their personality types a...
Lent 2026 E46
How do you observe a Holy Lent? Courtney & Shawn catch up on their Lenten journey to the Cross and a couple of other milestones like having two children in their 20s! If you would like to read the McGuire Lenten Devotional, you ...
Ice Ice Baby 2 E45
From cutting the mountaintop trip short to replacing appliances, Ice Storm Fern brought plenty of disruption to the routine! Also, Courtney & Shawn give a brief nod to their Lenten tradition.
Ice Ice Baby 1 E44
Who knew the calmest part of the new year would be a trip to New Orleans during Mardi Gras season?! Listen to the icy adventures of Courtney & Shawn as they recap Shawn turning 50, life during Ice Storm Fern, and a mountain hike....
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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!
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...
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...
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. ...
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. ...
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...
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...