Needed Conversations with Ryan & Viktoriya Cole

About Needed Conversations with Ryan & Viktoriya Cole

Your #1 source for marriage empowerment. In this podcast, we have the conversations that are sometimes the hardest to have but are the most needed in society today. Discussing everything from purpose, spiritual growth, marriage, and culture, we are not afraid to confront the hottest topics to bring a biblical response and help bring the body of Christ back to God's original design for marriage, family, and the church as a whole.

Publisher

Ryan Cole, Viktoriya Cole

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Mar 2020

Latest episode

20 May 2025

Latest episodes

179 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 May 2025

   Helping Your Kids Choose Presence This Summer

   This Summer, Don’t Let Screens Raise Your Kids What if the “golden idol” in your home glows… and fits in your child’s hand? This week on Needed Conversations, Ryan & Viktoriya Cole unpack one of the most urgent topics facing families today: how to reclaim your kids from screen time and reset your home around God’s presence this summer. With school out and devices calling louder than ever, most parents feel stuck between survival mode and spiritual neglect. But this episode offers something different—a practical reset plan rooted in Scripture, presence, and peace. 💡 In this powerful episode: – What the golden calf in Exodus reveals about modern distraction – Why your kids need your face more than FaceTime – The surprising science behind overstimulation (and how to reverse it) – Screen swaps: Easy ways to replace digital chaos with soulful connection – How to reframe this summer as a season of spiritual renewal, not just survival 👨👩👧👦 Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or mentor—your influence matters. Your kids are watching. And what they see in you becomes what they pursue. ✨ Make this a Summer of Presence, not just entertainment. Sign the Presence Pledge and join families who are choosing to rebuild altars, not idols. Join the Presence Pledge today and reclaim the first and last two hours of your day to center your marriage on what matters most. Sign up here: https://marriage.ryancoleempowerment.com/presencepledge 00:00 Introduction to Needed Conversations 00:03 The Importance of Spiritual Renewal 00:20 Modeling Behavior for Children 01:34 The Presence Pledge Explained 02:33 Incorporating Kids into The Presence Pledge 03:52 Challenges and Strategies for Parents 10:41 Biblical Lessons on Presence 17:36 Practical Tips for Reducing Screen Time 27:30 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Support this ministry by donating at www.empoweredcultureministries.org Then, share this episode with a friend or couple who needs this reset, too. #PresencePledge #NeededConversations #ChristianMarriage #DigitalDetox #MarriagePodcast #FaithAndMarriage #MarriageGoals #screentime #kidsscreentime Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moremostforever/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moremostforever/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moremostforever 👉 Need help or to book a session? Text us at 864-428-7131 Visit moremostforever.com for resources, blogs, and support. Your #1 source for marriage empowerment. In this podcast, we have the conversations that are sometimes the hardest to have but are the most needed in society today. Discussing everything from purpose, spiritual growth, marriage, and culture, we are not afraid to confront the hottest topics to bring a biblical response and help bring the body of Christ back to God's original design for marriage, family, and the church as a whole.

2. 

   7 May 2025

   When In-Laws Cross The Line

   In this week’s powerful episode of Needed Conversations, Ryan and Viktoriya Cole tackle one of the most sensitive issues many couples face: setting healthy boundaries with extended family. Whether it’s in-laws overstepping, family drama leaking into your marriage, or blurred lines of emotional dependency, learning how to protect the spiritual atmosphere of your home is critical. With biblical examples and personal stories, Ryan and Viktoriya walk you through: ✅ Why "leave and cleave" still matters ✅ How to honor your parents without giving them unlimited access ✅ Creating a united front with your spouse ✅ What to do when family members don’t accept your boundaries ✅ How to protect your marriage from emotional outsourcing ✅ And how acceptance, not just confrontation, can bring peace Plus, they explore biblical case studies like Abraham & Hagar, Moses & Jethro, and even Jesus’ own family tensions to show how God uses boundaries to build healthy legacy. Join the Presence Pledge today and reclaim the first and last two hours of your day to center your marriage on what matters most. Sign up here: https://marriage.ryancoleempowerment.com/presencepledge 00:00 Introduction to Healthy Boundaries 00:45 Navigating Boundaries with Extended Family 03:19 The Presence Pledge and Social Media Fast 04:29 When Family Crosses the Line 08:43 Practical Tips for Setting Boundaries 20:55 Biblical Examples of Boundaries 28:05 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Support this ministry by donating at www.empoweredcultureministries.org Then, share this episode with a friend or couple who needs this reset, too. #PresencePledge #NeededConversations #ChristianMarriage #DigitalDetox #MarriagePodcast #FaithAndMarriage #MarriageGoals Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moremostforever/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moremostforever/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moremostforever 👉 Need help or to book a session? Text us at 864-428-7131 Visit moremostforever.com for resources, blogs, and support.

3. 

   29 Apr 2025

   Fix Your Gaze: How Worship Can Reset Your Marriage

   On today’s episode of Needed Conversations, we dive deep into how worship can recalibrate your heart, your home, and your marriage. Too often, we allow distractions, busyness, and even our own pain to shift our focus. But Scripture reminds us that we become what we behold. If your eyes are constantly fixed on problems, comparison, or negativity, your spirit will grow weary — and your marriage will suffer. Worship shifts our gaze back to what’s true, restoring intimacy with God and softening our hearts toward our spouse. Today, we unpack: Why worship is more than a song — it’s a posture of life How gratitude changes the atmosphere of your marriage How true intimacy starts with vulnerability before God Why presence — with God and your spouse — is the foundation for lasting connection We also share practical ways you can invite worship into your daily rhythms and reconnect through stillness, gratitude, and spiritual intimacy. Join the Presence Pledge today and reclaim the first and last two hours of your day to center your marriage on what matters most. Sign up here: https://marriage.ryancoleempowerment.com/presencepledge (https://marriage.ryancoleempowerment.com/presencepledge) Then, share this episode with a friend or couple who needs this reset, too. #PresencePledge #NeededConversations #ChristianMarriage #DigitalDetox #MarriagePodcast #FaithAndMarriage #MarriageGoals 00:00 Introduction to Needed Conversations 00:03 The Power of Gratitude and Worship 01:33 Welcome and Setting the Scene 02:01 The Presence Pledge and Worship 02:28 Understanding Worship in Marriage 04:24 Personal Reflections on Worship 17:16 Worship's Impact on Family and Marriage 26:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 31:54 Closing Remarks and Announcements Support this ministry by donating at www.empoweredcultureministries.org (www.empoweredcultureministries.org) Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moremostforever/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moremostforever/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moremostforever 👉 Need help or to book a session? Text us at 864-428-7131 Visit moremostforever.com for resources, blogs, and support. Your #1 source for marriage empowerment. In this podcast, we have the conversations that are sometimes the hardest to have but are the most needed in society today. Discussing everything from purpose, spiritual growth, marriage, and culture, we are not afraid to confront the hottest topics to bring a biblical response and help bring the body of Christ back to God's original design for marriage, family, and the church as a whole.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

25 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 68 / 100

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Quality

98

Social presence

94

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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