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by Darran Crager and Dr. Shelly Crager
Welcome to Simply Relational, the podcast that helps you Elevate Marriages and Equip Parents to lead with faith, wisdom, and purpose. In a world that pulls families in every direction, this show is your reminder to slow down, reconnect, and realign your most important relationships with what matters most. Hosted by Darran and Shelly Crager, Simply Relational brings real conversations to the table—ones that honor authenticity and guide couples toward stronger communication, deeper emotional connection, and Christ-centered parenting. Each episode blends biblical truths with practical strategies drawn from real life—helping you build a marriage that endures and a home that flourishes. Whether you’re navigating the early years of parenthood, rediscovering your rhythm as a couple, or working to balance faith and family in modern life, Simply Relational offers teaching, stories, and expert insights to support you every step of the way. You’ll hear from pastors, family coaches, and parents who have learned hard-won lessons about love, forgiveness, resilience, and joy. Expect heartfelt interviews, actionable guidance, and spiritual encouragement that renews your hope and empowers you to lead your home with grace and confidence. At its heart, this podcast is more than advice—it’s a movement toward healthier communication, intentional parenting, and faith-filled living. Because when marriages grow stronger, families thrive, and communities are transformed.
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- 4 days ago28 min
Don't Pick up the Rope: When your Child says "NO"
Learn how to handle it when your child says "NO" without turning it into a power struggle. This episode gives practical steps to maintain authority and consistency as a parent.Why a child's "no" often starts power struggles and how to break the patternThe importance of follow-through as an action, not just more wordsWhen to avoid picking up the "rope" and engaging in tug-of-war battlesHow to create consequences and boundaries you can actually controlPractical examples for handling tantrums, disrespect, and persistent refusalsFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- 1 weeks ago29 min
Why Won't My Child Listen: Stop Repeating, Start Following Through
Struggling with kids who don’t listen until you repeat yourself or raise your voice? In this episode, we cut through the noise and show you what really works to get children to follow through the first time.How to distinguish between "can't" and "won't" when your child doesn't listenThe dangers of accidentally training kids to respond only when you escalateThe simple "ask, pause, act" method for immediate follow-throughWhy consistency and calm action matter more than repeated requests or yelling How to connect consequences directly to behavior—without power struggles or lengthy argumentsFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- 2 weeks ago22 min
Why Won't My Child Listen: When It's not Disobedience
Struggling to get your child to listen? This episode uncovers why your child’s behavior might not be disobedience and what you can do about it.The real reason kids don’t follow multi-step directionsHow “can’t” is different from “won’t” when it comes to listeningWhy vague instructions set kids up for failureThe importance of breaking tasks into developmentally appropriate chunksPractical tips to set your child up for success and avoid morning frustrationsFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- 3 weeks ago20 min
Don't Miss the Warning Sign
Get so focused on your goals that you miss the warning signs? In this episode, we share a real-life mountain climbing story with powerful lessons on determination and wisdom.The dangers of ignoring critical warning signs in pursuit of a goalLessons learned from a harrowing climb on Fool’s PeakHow determination can both drive and endanger youThe importance of wise counsel and preparationKnowing when to persevere—and when to change directionFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- Sep 1, 202629 min
When the Drift Reaches the Bedroom
When a marriage starts to drift, the first signs often show up in the bedroom. This episode tackles the real challenges couples face with intimacy and communication.Why intimacy struggles are often the first warning sign of marital driftThe common disconnect between men's and women's needs in the bedroomHow to break the cycle of misunderstanding and emotional distanceA practical analogy to set realistic expectations for sex in marriageWhy open conversation is the starting point to reconnecting as a coupleFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- Aug 25, 202626 min
Keeping the Momentum: Five Rhythms That Prevent Drift
Rediscover momentum in your marriage with practical, actionable rhythms you can start today. In this episode, we break down the five essential habits that prevent relational drift and strengthen your connection.How to pursue your spouse daily with small, intentional actsThe difference between meaningful conversation and simple information exchangeSteps to repair before resentment builds, including the 4 Rs of healthy repairWhy laughing often together matters and how to make fun a priorityWays to pursue Christ together as the foundation for all other rhythmsFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- Aug 18, 202618 min
Warning Signs of Drifing in Your Marriage
Are you missing the warning signs that your marriage is drifting? In this episode, we break down the four key danger zones couples face and how to spot them before it’s too late.The danger of becoming complacent and letting life distractions take priority over your relationshipThe first alarming sign: you stop pursuing each otherHow a lack of meaningful conversation signals troubleThe critical mistake of not noticing each other and allowing small issues to pile upWhy failing to repair hurts can create distance you didn't see comingFind out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.Parenting Pause download: www.pauseparentingtool.com.
- Aug 11, 202626 min
The Secret To Raising Wise Decision-Makers
Find out how strong your marriage is. Take our Marriage Quiz at www.cragerministries.com.
About Simply Relational
Welcome to Simply Relational, the podcast that helps you Elevate Marriages and Equip Parents to lead with faith, wisdom, and purpose. In a world that pulls families in every direction, this show is your reminder to slow down, reconnect, and realign your most important relationships with what matters most. Hosted by Darran and Shelly Crager, Simply Relational brings real conversations to the table—ones that honor authenticity and guide couples toward stronger communication, deeper emotional connection, and Christ-centered parenting. Each episode blends biblical truths with practical strategies drawn from real life—helping you build a marriage that endures and a home that flourishes. Whether you’re navigating the early years of parenthood, rediscovering your rhythm as a couple, or working to balance faith and family in modern life, Simply Relational offers teaching, stories, and expert insights to support you every step of the way. You’ll hear from pastors, family coaches, and parents who have learned hard-won lessons about love, forgiveness, resilience, and joy. Expect heartfelt interviews, actionable guidance, and spiritual encouragement that renews your hope and empowers you to lead your home with grace and confidence. At its heart, this podcast is more than advice—it’s a movement toward healthier communication, intentional parenting, and faith-filled living. Because when marriages grow stronger, families thrive, and communities are transformed.
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