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Marriage, Mayhem & Mercy

Marriage, Mayhem & Mercy

Auteur(s): Tanja Rouintree Christian Family Coach
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 Because Faithful Doesn’t Mean Flawless. Real talk on marriage, parenting, and following Jesus when family life gets messy. Hope, help, and humor for the faithful in the fray.Tanja Rouintree, Christian Family Coach
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  • Robe, Ring, Sandals: The Welcome That Changes Everything

    Robe, Ring, Sandals: The Welcome That Changes Everything
    Feb 1 2026
    In Part 2 of Tanja’s conversation with author and autism mom Tiffany Colvin, the focus shifts to mercy that restores. Using Luke 15 and John 21, we explore God’s restoration not only of relationship, but of identity, belonging, and purpose. Tiffany shares her testimony of being a teenage mother, walking through loss, advocating for her sons through developmental delays and an autism diagnosis, and living with chronic illness. Together, Tanja and Tiffany highlight how suffering can refine and equip us, and how God welcomes us back not as servants, but as full heirs.Summary In Part 2 of Tanja’s conversation with author and autism mom Tiffany Colvin, the focus shifts to mercy that restores. Using Luke 15 and John 21, we explore God’s restoration not only of relationship, but of identity, belonging, and purpose. Tiffany shares her testimony of being a teenage mother, walking through loss, advocating for her sons through developmental delays and an autism diagnosis, and living with chronic illness. Together, Tanja and Tiffany highlight how suffering can refine and equip us, and how God welcomes us back not as servants, but as full heirs. In This Episode The robe, ring, and sandals as symbols of full restoration (Luke 15) “He came to himself”: a return to true identity and belonging Peter’s restoration: breakfast, questions, and commissioning (John 21) Tiffany’s story of perseverance as a teenage mother facing stigma Advocacy, chronic illness, and the long road of faithful endurance Gratitude in suffering, including “the gifts you didn’t ask for” What “Feed my sheep” looks like as a practical next step Hope for the prodigal and the older brother Practical Takeaways Start small and honest: “Lord, help me.” Refuse shame as a spiritual identity. Shame tries to name you, but God restores your name. Practice self-forgiveness as agreement with God’s mercy. Look for the refining, not the rejection. The furnace can produce clarity, compassion, and courage. Take one ‘feed my sheep’ step this week: encourage, serve, share your testimony, or speak hope to someone who’s struggling. Scripture Mentioned Luke 15 (The prodigal son; robe, ring, sandals; the older brother) John 21 (Jesus restores Peter; “Do you love me?” “Feed my sheep.”) Psalm 147:3 (He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds) 2 Corinthians 4:17 (Light affliction producing an eternal weight of glory) Isaiah 48:10 (Refined in the furnace of aff...
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  • Denial, Drift, and Collapse: How God Restores What We Thought Was Lost

    Denial, Drift, and Collapse: How God Restores What We Thought Was Lost
    Jan 25 2026
    In this episode of Marriage, Mayhem & Mercy, Tanja Rouintree sits down with author and speaker Tiffany Colvin to explore the theme of denial through two powerful biblical stories: the prodigal son in Luke 15 and Peter’s denial of Jesus in John 18. Together, they examine how denial can show up as a slow, almost unnoticed drift or as a sudden, catastrophic collapse.Through vivid metaphors, personal testimony, and Scripture, this conversation reveals the heart of God as a loving Father who does far more than tolerate our return. He runs toward us, restores our identity, cleanses our wounds, and recommissions us with purpose. Whether you recognize yourself in the pigpen or beside the charcoal fire, this episode offers hope that no failure is final in the hands of a faithful God.Episode Summary In this episode of Marriage, Mayhem & Mercy, Tanja Rouintree sits down with author and speaker Tiffany Colvin to explore the theme of denial through two powerful biblical stories: the prodigal son in Luke 15 and Peter’s denial of Jesus in John 18. Together, they examine how denial can show up as a slow, almost unnoticed drift or as a sudden, catastrophic collapse. Through vivid metaphors, personal testimony, and Scripture, this conversation reveals the heart of God as a loving Father who does far more than tolerate our return. He runs toward us, restores our identity, cleanses our wounds, and recommissions us with purpose. Whether you recognize yourself in the pigpen or beside the charcoal fire, this episode offers hope that no failure is final in the hands of a faithful God. In This Episode, You’ll Hear: The difference between spiritual drift and spiritual collapse Why denial often feels “normal” until a wake-up moment arrives The prodigal son and Peter as two mirrors of the human heart God as Master Architect, Protector, and Restorer How suffering can awaken us to God’s voice Why God’s success shines brightest through our failure Learning to relate to God as a loving Father, even when earthly fathers failed us Scripture Referenced: Luke 15:11–32 John 18 Psalm 119:71 Psalm 27:10 About the Guest Tiffany Colvin is the author of Your Daily Ticket: God’s 31-Day Passport to Living Effectively. She is an advocate, an autism mom, and a passionate teacher of God’s Word. Tiffany brings deep biblical insight paired with lived experience, offering hope-filled perspectives on suffering, restoration, and the unwavering love of God. Preview of the Next Episode In Part 2 of this conversation, Tanja and Tiffany turn their attention to restoration. They unpack the meaning behind the robe, ring, and sandals in the prodigal son story, and the charcoal fire breakfast Jesus prepares for Peter. You’ll hear how God redeems pain, reclaims broken stories, and uses what once wounded us for His holy purpose.
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  • God in the “Eternal Now”: Healing the Past, Anchoring the Future

    God in the “Eternal Now”: Healing the Past, Anchoring the Future
    Jan 18 2026
    Where was God when the hardest things happened? In Part 2 of this conversation, Cathy Colver Garland and Tanja Rouintree explore the profound truth that God exists outside of time and is present in our past, present, and future all at once.This episode dives into healing from trauma, restoring scattered parts of the self, and why God’s presence—not striving—is the foundation of true freedom. If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety about the past or fear of the future, this conversation offers deep reassurance and practical wisdom.God in the “Eternal Now”: Healing the Past, Anchoring the Future (Part 2) Marriage, Mayhem & Mercy Podcast Join my Facebook group, Faithful Families Free Community, for more great content! Episode Summary Where was God when the hardest things happened? In Part 2 of this conversation, Cathy Colver Garland and Tanja Rouintree explore the profound truth that God exists outside of time and is present in our past, present, and future all at once. This episode dives into healing from trauma, restoring scattered parts of the self, and why God’s presence—not striving—is the foundation of true freedom. If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety about the past or fear of the future, this conversation offers deep reassurance and practical wisdom. In This Episode What it means that God lives in the “eternal now” Why God’s promises are always true, not time-limited Healing the inner child through God’s presence How trauma freezes parts of us and affects decision-making Why wholeness must come before major life choices Restoration as a process rooted in surrender, not force Practical Takeaways God was present in your past, even when you couldn’t see Him Healing often includes reclaiming and reintegrating wounded parts Decisions made from unhealed places tend to create chaos Forgiveness is supernatural and cannot be rushed or forced Freedom is not the absence of struggle but the presence of Christ Scripture Mentioned Joel 2:25 2 Corinthians 10:5 2 Timothy 1:7 Judges 6:12 Hebrews 13:8 About the Guest Cathy Colver Garland teaches on God’s character, identity in Christ, and healing through His presence. She trains ministry leaders, counsels women, and writes devotionals designed to make theology accessible and deeply practical. Find resources, devotionals, and teachings at revelationship.net Next Episode In the next episode, Tanja is join...
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