Episodios

  • Backstage with Gary Elliot
    Jul 4 2025
    In this engaging conversation, Gary Elliott shares his journey as a co-founder of Redeeming the Romantic, discussing his insights on faith, relationships, and the unique perspective he brings as a single man writing about dating and romance. Most married influencers on this topic instruct from retrospection where Gary wrote and encouraged as a single man looking forward to marriage. They discuss the pressure individuals feel to make relationships work, the importance of understanding God's timing, and how biblical stories can provide relatable lessons. The conversation emphasizes the need for endurance through faith, the creative projects inspired by divine purpose, and the significance of finding contentment in one's current state while waiting for God's promises. Ultimately, the speakers encourage listeners to focus on their relationship with Christ as the source of fulfillment and to live abundantly while waiting for their desires to be fulfilled.
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  • Feeling Forever Single? An Interview With Pastor Bob Beeman
    Jun 27 2025
    In this engaging conversation, Pastor Bob Beeman shares his journey through singleness, celibacy, and the realities of relationships. He discusses the founding of Sanctuary International, his experiences in the Christian rock movement, and the importance of finding contentment in one's current relationship status. The discussion also touches on cultural perspectives on romance and the stages of relationships, providing valuable insights for singles and couples alike.
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  • Choosing God's Way: The Key To True Love
    Jun 22 2025
    In this episode of 'Redeeming the Romantic,' the Elliots complete the themes of love, relationships, and divine matchmaking through the lens of Genesis. They review the original love story of Adam and Eve, the role of God as a matchmaker, and the importance of human choice and faith in romantic relationships. The conversation emphasizes the significance of resting in God's plan and the transformative power of choosing His way over our own. The episode concludes with a reminder that it's never too late to embrace God's design for love and relationships.
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  • Unveiling the Romance in Genesis
    Jun 13 2025
    In this episode of 'Redeeming the Romantic,' the Elliots explore the second half of the biblical foundations of romantic relationships, focusing on the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis. The conversation emphasizes the pivotal verse that takes their love story and points it to His desire to make the match for us. This revelation is a show stopper.
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  • The First Time God Shows Himself as a Matchmaker
    Jun 6 2025
    In this episode, Gary and Kim Elliot explore the biblical narrative of Adam and Eve wher God first shows Himself as a Matchmaker. They focus on the significance of singleness and God's role in relationships. They discuss the importance of understanding God's goodness, the purpose of singleness, and how it serves as a transformative preparation for God’s answer to the longing of our hearts for an exclusive companionship. The conversation emphasizes the need for undivided devotion to God during this time and encourages listeners to embrace their current status as part of God's plan.
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  • Biblical Foundations to Romantic Theology
    May 30 2025
    In this episode of 'Redeeming the Romantic,' Gary and Kim delve into the foundational aspects of romantic theology, emphasizing the importance of beginnings and the law of first mention in understanding romantic relationships. They explore the power of storytelling in conveying truths about love and relationships, and discuss the principles derived from biblical narratives. The conversation culminates in the distinction between pursuing love through personal choice versus divine guidance, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own romantic journeys.
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  • The Protective Power Of Faith In The Romantic
    May 23 2025
    In this conversation, Gary and Kim Elliott explore the role of faith in romantic relationships, emphasizing its dual nature as both a guiding force and a protective measure. They share personal stories illustrating how faith can prevent heartbreak and lead to divine timing in relationships. The discussion also touches on the importance of waiting on God's direction, the concept of being veiled from unsuitable relationships, and the significance of understanding God's 'no' as a pathway to better opportunities. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to trust in God's plan for their romantic lives. Takeaways
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  • Romance: What's Faith Got To Do With It?
    May 19 2025
    In this conversation, the hosts explore the profound connection between faith and romance, emphasizing that faith is essential for experiencing God's promises in relationships. They discuss the spiritual nature of romance, the importance of aligning romantic pursuits with God's will, and the need to shift away from cultural definitions of love. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace faith as a guiding principle in their romantic lives, highlighting the transformative power of believing in God's plans.
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