Intentional Marriage and Parenting with Drew and Sara Anthony
Psalm 16:11 (NIV) “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.”
Drew and Sara Anthony will celebrate 28 years of marriage this year. They have 4 children ranging in age from 16-24. In addition, they run a house flipping business together. Drew and Sara recently discovered a passion for sailing. They combined their love for sailing and heart for helping strengthen marriages by leading marriage sailing adventures. They’ve seen God at work throughout their whole marriage and for that they are so grateful.
Questions and Topics We Discuss:
- Were there any traditions or habits you established as an engaged or newlywed couple that set you up for success?
- As you reflect back, what are some things you did during the season of raising little children that you now see the payoff as they are becoming adults?
- How have you kept the romance alive through all these stages of marriage?
Sara’s Blog Post on Her Goal Group
Marriage Themed Podcast Episodes on The Savvy Sauce:
A God-Honoring Relationship Between a Mother-in-Law and Daughter-in-Law with Annie Chapman
Fostering a Fun, Healthy Sex Life with your Spouse with Dr. Jennifer Konzen
Ways to Deepen Your Intimacy in Marriage with Dr. Douglas Rosenau
Ten Common Questions About Sex, Shared Through a Biblical Worldview with Dr. Michael Sytsma
Easy Changes to Enhance Your Sexual Intimacy in Marriage with Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner
Hope For Treating Pelvic Pain with Tracey LeGrand
How to Align Your Finances with Your Values with Natalie Taylor
Managing Family, Career, and Health with Leslie Neslage
Reflecting Jesus in Our Relationships with Rach Kincaid
Treatment for Sexual Issues with Certified Sex Therapist, Emma Schmidt
Talking With Your Kids About Sex with Brian and Alison Sutter
Gender Differences and Common Conflict in Relationships with Certified Sex Therapist, Vickie George
Being Intentional with Marriage, Parenting, Rest, Personal development, and Leadership with Pastor, Podcaster, and Author, Jeff Henderson
Patreon 4 Understanding Service Marriages with Licensed Professional Counselor, Podcaster, and 2015 Military Spouse of the Year, Corie Weathers
Practical Steps for Discipling Our Children with Licensed Professional Counselor, Jen Rathmell
Natural Aphrodisiacs with Christian Certified Sex Therapist, Dr. Douglas Rosenau
Practical Parenting Tools with Author and Speaker, Sue Heimer
Understanding and Utilizing the Enneagram in Your Life with Enneagram Coach, Beth McCord
Deep Dive into the Enneagram with Your Enneagram Coach, Beth McCord
Healthy Sexuality, Emotional Intelligence, and Parenting Children with Autism with Counselor, Lauren Dack
Pain and Joy in Sexual Intimacy with Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist, Dr. Jessica McCleese
Understanding Gender Differences in Marriage with Dr. Ted and Ang Bryant
Marriage and Motherhood with Counselor, Wife, and Mother to 5, Aja Duncan
Top 10 Listener Questions Related to the Mother-in-Law/Daughter-in-Law Relationship with author, Annie Chapman
Practical Life Tips with Blogger, Rach Kincaid
Bridging the Gap Between Military and Civilian Families with Licensed Professional Counselor, Author, Podcaster, and 2015 Military Spouse of the Year, Corie Weathers
Enjoying a God-Honoring, Healthy Sex Life with Your Spouse with Certified Sex Therapist and Ordained Minister, Dr. Michael Sytsma
Perspective in Parenting in the Midst of Sorrow, Betrayal, and Grief with Former Children’s Pastor, Teacher, and Writer, Penny Harrison
Enjoying Parenting and Managing Conversations About Sex with Certified Sex Therapist and Author, Dr. Jennifer Konzen
Understanding the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator to Improve Your Marriage, Family, and Work Relationships
Marital Communication and Intentional Family Life with Author, Speaker, and Podcaster, Susan Seay
Maximizing Sexual Intimacy During the Three Most Challenging Phases of Marriage with Christian Sex Therapist Pioneers, Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner
Stress Management, Self-Care, and Offering Grace to Important People in Our Life with Author and Popular Speaker, Jill Savage
Simple Solutions to Help You Prepare For, Enrich, or Save Your Marriage with Dr. Matthew Turvey
Thriving at Work, Home, and Life with Author, Blogger, Podcaster, and Business Owner, Crystal Paine
Understanding Temperaments to Improve Your Relationships Part 1 with Author and Communication Coach, Kathleen Edelman
Understanding Temperaments to Improve Your Relationships Part 2 with Author and Communication Coach, Kathleen Edelman
Effective Parenting for Toddlers Through College with Wife, Mother to 8, and The Exchange Founder, Elizabeth Pehrson
Conflict Resolution, Infidelity, and Infertility with Licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist, Dr. Jessica McCleese
Parenting the Prodigal Child And God’s Desire For Redemption With Mother-Daughter Duo, Claire Stanfill and Tindell Baldwin
Radical Business and Radical Parenting with Gary & Marla Ringger, Founders of Lifesong for Orphans
Hormones and Body Image with Certified Sex Therapist, Vickie George
Traveling with Your Family with Katie Mueller
Fruitful with Laura Dugger
Ordering Your Priorities with Kat Lee
5 Love Languages with Dr. Gary Chapman
Four Personality Types with Dale Wilsher
Visionary Parenting and Grand-Parenting with Dr. Rob Rienow
Applying Business Strategies to Your Home Management with Susan Seay
Passion Pursuit with Dr. Juli Slattery
Technology and Parenting with Arlene Pellicane
The Enneagram Explained with Sarajane Case of Enneagram & Coffee
Understanding Men and Women Better with Shaunti Feldhahn
Female Orgasm with Sue Goldstein
Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, and Treatments Available with Dr. Irwin Goldstein
Understanding and Delighting in Our Differences with Bill & Pam Farrel
Guiding Our Children Through Their Emotions with Julie Roth
Thriving with Kids at Home During Quarantine with Amanda Leman
Turn Ons, Turn Offs, and Savoring Sex in Marriage with Dr. Jennifer Konzen
Making Family Memories with Jessica Smartt
Desire Discrepancy in Marriage with Dr. Michael Sytsma
Ways to Enjoy Summer with Your Family with Krista Gilbert
Answering Listener’s Questions About Sex with Kelli Willard
Communication and Healthy Conflict Resolution with Kelley Gray
Anatomy of an Affair with Dave Carder
Powerful Purpose of Introverts with Holley Gerth
Building Love Together in Blended Families with Ron Deal
Supernatural Restoration Story with Bob and Audrey Meisner
Living Intentionally with Shunta Grant
Romantic Love in Marriage with Dr. Willard Harvey
Parenting All Temperaments with Jenny Boyett
Healthy Minds, Marriages, and Sex Lives with Drs. Scott and Melissa Symington
Female Pornography Addiction and Meaningful Recovery with Crystal Renaud Day
Rhythms of Renewal with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons
Parenting 0-18 with Daniel Huerta
Building Lasting Relationships with Clarence and Brenda Shuler
Healthy Ways for Females to Increase Sexual Enjoyment with Tracey LeGrand
Pornography Healing for Spouses with Geremy Keeton
Sexual Sin Recovery for You and Your Spouse (Part Two)
Our Brain’s Role in Sexual Intimacy with Angie Landry
Intentional Questions to Ask Our Kids with Susan Seay
Biblical Response to Emotionally Destructive Relationships with Leslie Vernick
Connection and Correction in Parenting with Chad Hayenga
Temperaments and Power of Words in Parenting with Kathleen Edelman
Discovering God’s Design for Romance with Sharon Jaynes
Nine Ways to Connect with God with Gary Thomas
Sex in Marriage and Its Positive Effects with Francie Winslow, Part 1
Science and Art of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage, Part 2
Making Love in Marriage with Debra Fileta
Beneficial Rhythms in Marriage with Chris and Jenni Graebe
Inspiring Perspective in Parenting with Kay Wyma
Mutually Pleasing Sex in Marriage with Gary Thomas
Patreon-Only Marriage Related Episodes:
Patreon 7 Intentional Family Life with Podcasters, Heather Toews and Heidi Bolt
Patreon 9 Healthy Relationships with Our Friends and Our Spouse with Author and Speaker, Sue Heimer
Patreon 16 Enjoy a Thriving Marriage with Dr. Matthew Turvey
Patreon 19 Applying Personality Training to Parenting with Dale Wilsher
Patreon 20 Personal Stories of God’s Provision with Hope Ware
Patreon 21 Leading in Parenting with Arlene Pellicane
Patreon 22 Vision in Motherhood while Parenting a Child with Special Needs
Patreon 23 Her Desires and His Desires in the Bedroom with Dr. Jennifer Konzen
Patreon 26 Holy Sex with Dr. Juli Slattery
Patreon 28 Protecting Your Marriage Against Unfaithfulness with Dave Carder
Patreon 29 Remaining Sexually Engaged Through The Years with Dr. Michael Sytsma
Patreon 34 Lead with Questions in Parenting with Stacy Bellward
Marriage Related Articles:
Our Valentine’s Day Tradition
10 Recommendations for Enjoying Sex More in Marriage
Rhythms and Why They Matter
Fun Daily and Weekly Marital Enrichment Habits
Fun Monthly and Yearly Marital Enrichment Habits
How Do You Know It’s Worthwhile?
Marriage Scripture I am Loving
Marriage: Foundational Questions to Promote Connection
How Does Your Family of Origin Affect Your Marriage?
How is Self-Awareness Beneficial in Marriage?
Most Helpful Gender Difference to Understand
One Enjoyable Way to Serve Together in Marriage
Practical Ways to Rekindle Love in Marriage
Healthy Communication in Marriage
Marriage: Growing in Conflict Resolution Skills
Ten Financial Questions to Ask Your Spouse
Wise and Practical Marriage Tips
Our Wise and Foolish List in Marriage *Bonus Content When You Join Our Email List*
Sex in Marriage, Part One
Sex in Marriage, Part Two
At The Savvy Sauce, we will only recommend resources we believe in! We also want you to be aware: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Marriage Resources
Sexual Wholeness Resources
Thank You to Our Sponsor: WinShape Marriage
Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website
Please help us out by sharing this episode with a friend, leaving a 5-star rating and review, and subscribing to this podcast!
Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)
Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”
Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”
Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”
Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”
Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”
John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”
Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”
Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession- to the praise of his glory.”
Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”
Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“
Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“
Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”