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In the Arena with Brett and Shailey

In the Arena with Brett and Shailey

Written by: Brett and Shailey Ratliff
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Welcome to "In the Arena with Brett and Shailey." Join us as we share our journey of overcoming infidelity and rebuilding our marriage. Through honest storytelling and candid conversations, we offer hope and encouragement to those facing similar challenges. Discover the lessons we've learned and the strategies that helped us heal and grow stronger together. Whether you're navigating tough times or seeking a story of hope, ours is here to encourage you that redemption and restoration are possible. Tune in to be inspired, uplifted, and reminded that with Jesus you're never alone in your journey.© 2024 Spirituality
Episodes
  • Q & A
    Aug 12 2024

    In this episode, Brett and Shailey reflect on their podcast journey and discuss various topics such as their children starting school and family birthdays. They also answer questions about marriage, conflict resolution, and staying focused on Jesus during difficult times. They emphasize the importance of open communication, truth-telling, and vulnerability in a marriage, as well as the need to rely on Jesus and seek His guidance. In this part of the conversation, Brett and Shailey discuss the importance of complimenting rather than competing with each other in marriage. They also talk about the process of sharing their story with their families and the wisdom they received about not sharing too soon. They discuss the concept of forgiving but not forgetting, and how releasing someone from judgment is freeing. They also address the importance of valuing and celebrating each stage of life, including the teenage years. Finally, they talk about involving God in their relationship through prayer and seeking His guidance together.

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    55 mins
  • A Day of Celebration
    Aug 5 2024

    Brett and Shailey share their experiences from the past week, including cheer camp, dance camp, and Elle's sweet 16 birthday party. They then discuss how their worst day became a day of celebration, reflecting on the redemption and restoration in their marriage. They talk about the prophetic word they received, the support from their community, and the significance of August 25th in their journey. They also share about their ministry work, their tattoos symbolizing their story, and their desire to do marriage and family ministry.

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    42 mins
  • The Glamorous Life of the NFL
    Jul 29 2024

    In this episode, Brett and Shailey discuss their experiences after their wilderness year. They talk about celebrating a friend's transition, enjoying family time at a water park, and preparing for their children's upcoming activities. They also share the challenges they faced when Brett was released by the Cleveland Browns and signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. They talk about the difficulties of moving and the support they received from friends and family. They also discuss the decision to sign with the Tennessee Titans and the strange experiences they had during that time. They end the episode by talking about their pursuit of God and their decision to attend a ministry school. Brett shares his journey of transitioning from the NFL to a ministry school and the challenges he faced along the way. Despite being cut from the Tennessee Titans, Brett and his wife, Shailey, decided to attend a ministry school in Nashville. They initially had doubts and felt out of place, but soon found purpose and healing in their journey. They learned the importance of telling the truth, dealing with past sin, and relying on God's guidance. Eventually, Brett got signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but his career ended abruptly. However, they found meaning and fulfillment in pursuing Jesus and prioritizing their relationships over material success.

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    54 mins
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