Wholehearted Love
Wholehearted Love is a relationship podcast hosted by Stefanie and Caleb Rouse, a married couple who are relationship mentors and authors. They draw on real-life stories, practical insights, and Christian wisdom to help listeners navigate singleness, dating, and marriage. Stefanie holds a master's in marriage and family therapy, and Caleb has an M.Ed., and together they have guided many people from heartbreak to thriving relationships. New episodes are released every other Thursday.
Episodes
12 Ways Satan Tries to Destroy Your Marriage Before It Starts
12 Ways Satan Tries to Destroy Your Marriage Before It Starts
Satan does not wait until you are married to try to destroy your future marriage. He starts in your singleness, your dating life, your engagement season, your healing, your habits, your identity, and the way you view love.
If you are single, dating, engaged, or praying for a healthy, God-centered marriage one day, this episode
How to Stay Close to God When Your Spouse Isn’t (Christian Marriage Advice)
I Love God… But My Spouse Doesn’t (Now What?)
If you’ve ever felt like you’re growing spiritually, getting closer to God, and desiring more depth in your faith… but your spouse isn’t there with you, this conversation is for you. You love them. You chose them. But there’s a quiet tension when your hunger for God isn’t matched, and it can feel lonely in a way that’s hard to explain.
Many Ch
Why You Miss Them Even Though You Know It’s Over
Why You Miss Them Even Though You Know It’s Over
If you’ve ever walked away from someone you knew wasn’t right… but still found yourself missing them, thinking about them, or feeling pulled back, this conversation is for you.
You can have clarity in your mind and still feel attachment in your heart.
And that doesn’t mean you made the wrong decision.
It means you opened your heart.
In this
5 Dating Patterns That Are Keeping You From a Godly Relationship (And the Wounds Beneath Them)
5 Dating Patterns That Are Keeping You From a Godly Relationship (And the Wounds Beneath Them)
If you’ve ever felt confused in dating, attached too quickly, anxious after conversations, or unsure why the same patterns keep repeating, this conversation is for you. Many Christians are trying to date well, honor God, and build something meaningful, but still feel stuck in cycles that don’t
Don’t Text Him Back Until You Hear This (It Changes Everything)
Don’t Text Him Back Until You Hear This (It Changes Everything)
If you’ve ever stared at your phone wondering what to say, whether you should respond, or why you feel anxious waiting for a reply… this conversation is for you. So many people find themselves overthinking texts, second-guessing their worth, or trying to create clarity through communication that isn’t being matche
STOP Trying to Force the Relationship (Here’s What Trusting God Actually Looks Like)
STOP Trying to Force the Relationship (Here’s What Trusting God Actually Looks Like)
If you’ve been praying, waiting, and trying to do the right thing in your relationship but still feel exhausted, anxious, or stuck, this conversation is for you. Many Christians struggle with forcing relationships without realizing it, especially in seasons of singleness, dating, emotional uncertainty, or
How To Stop Overthinking God's Will For Your Love Life
How to Stop Overthinking God’s Will for Your Love Life If you’re constantly analyzing, questioning, or second-guessing your love life because you want to honor God, you’re not alone. Many Christians struggle with overthinking God’s will for relationships, especially in seasons of singleness, dating, marriage decisions, or uncertainty. Overthinking often starts with good intentions. You wa
When God Is Silent About Your Relationship (What to Do While You Wait)
When God Is Silent About Your Relationship (What to Do While You Wait)
If you’ve been praying for clarity about a relationship and feel like God has gone quiet, you’re not alone. Many Christians struggle with waiting on God for relationship clarity, especially in seasons of singleness, dating, or marriage uncertainty. God’s silence can feel confusing and even painful. It’s easy to assume
What Princess Treatment Looks Like (According to the Bible) | #WHLPodcast Ep. 20
What does “princess treatment” really mean for a woman of God?
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking what it looks like to be loved, honored, and cherished — not according to trends or TikTok, but according to God’s Word.
We’re sharing 10 biblical traits of a God-sent man who treats you like the daughter of the King you are. From sacrificial love to spiritual leadership, you'll learn how to
If You’re Craving Purpose, God Wants You to Hear This First (Before You Chase the Dream) | #WHLPodcast Ep. 19
If You’re Craving Purpose, God Wants You to Hear This First (Before You Chase the Dream)
Are you craving purpose and wondering if you’re actually walking in God’s calling, or just chasing the dream you thought would fulfill you? In this vulnerable episode, we share how being a Christian influencer almost ruined us. The pressure to perform, the comparison trap, and the drive to build
The ONLY Way to Be Set Up to Meet the Love of Your Life (Proven by REAL Stories) | #whlpodcast Ep. 18
Have you been searching for the secret to finding the one? In this video, we're diving deep to uncover the ONLY way to be set up to meet the love of your life, backed by incredible REAL stories! We'll explore practical insights and heartfelt experiences that reveal how to meet your husband (or partner!).
Whether you're curious about when God writes your love story or you're simply looking
How to Build a Marriage That Lasts—Backed by Research + Scripture | #whlpodcast Ep. 17
Have you ever wondered if marriage is still worth it in today’s world? Or if divorce is just as common as everyone says? In this episode of the Wholehearted Love Podcast, we’re digging into how the narrative around divorce is shifting, especially for Christians.
Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this conversation will encourage you, bring clarity, and renew your hope for what’s p
DON'T Get Married Until You Listen To THIS! | #whlpodcast Ep. 16
Are you dating, engaged, or praying for your future marriage? In this episode of the Wholehearted Love Podcast, we're diving into the red flags and green flags you can’t afford to ignore before saying "I do." Whether you're a Christian single navigating dating, or a couple preparing for marriage, this conversation will help you discern God's best for your relationship.
We’re sharing the s
The 10 MOST POWERFUL Prayers That Saved Our (Future) Marriage | #WHLpodcast Ep 15
Are you longing for a stronger, more connected marriage rooted in faith? In this episode of our Christian marriage podcast, we’re sharing the 10 most powerful prayers that truly saved our marriage—and how they can transform yours too.
Whether you're newlyweds, in a season of struggle, or waiting on God for your future marriage, these marriage prayers are anchored in scripture and overflow
The GENIUS 40-Day Fast Guide For Breakthrough in Faith, Healing, and (Future) Marriage
What really happens when you fast for 40 days? In this video, we’re sharing the step-by-step strategy that helped us finish a 40-day fast—drinking only juice—and the spiritual, emotional, and physical breakthroughs that came with it.
Whether you're curious about fasting for breakthrough, fasting for clarity in relationships, or wondering what Christian fasting really looks like, this vide
We Fasted 40 Days for Our (Future) Relationship — 75lbs Lost, Clarity Gained, Results Were Wild | #whlpodcast Ep 13
Fasting for 40 days changed everything—our bodies, our relationship, and most importantly, our walk with God. In this episode, we’re sharing our honest experience of not eating for 40 days while praying intentionally for our (future) relationship. We lost over 75 pounds combined, but what we gained in clarity, peace, and spiritual connection was even greater.
Whether you’re single and pra
How to Thrive in Your First Year of Marriage (And Every Year After) | #whlpodcast Ep 12
Your first year of marriage can be beautiful, but also unexpectedly challenging — especially if you're trying to build a God-centered foundation.
In today’s episode, we’re sharing raw stories, practical tools, and biblical wisdom that helped us not only survive our first year as husband and wife, but thrive in it — and continue growing in love every year after. Whether you're newly marrie
Is Waiting for Marriage Still Worth It in 2025? (Christian Dating Boundaries) | #WHLPodcast Ep. 11
In a world where hookup culture is normalized and purity is often misunderstood, is waiting for marriage still worth it? In this candid conversation, Stefanie and Caleb share their personal journey of waiting until marriage, the struggles and blessings of setting godly dating boundaries, and what the Bible really says about saving yourself for marriage.
Whether you're single, dating, or s
What No One Told You About Heaven (But the Bible Does) | #whlpodcast Ep. 10
If you’ve ever wondered what Heaven is really like or searched the Bible for answers about life after death, this episode is for you. We’re diving deep into the biblical truth about Heaven—not based on hearsay, but what God’s Word actually says.
In this vulnerable conversation, we open up about our personal journey of grief after miscarriage, how we processed the pain, and the supernatura
The Hardest Thing We’ve Ever Faced in Our Marriage (How To Handle Miscarriage While Trusting God)) | #WHLPodcast Ep. 09
In this episode, Caleb and Stefanie open up about the hardest thing they’ve ever faced in their marriage—a season of deep grief and disappointment that shook them to their core. As a Christian couple committed to walking through life with faith, they share how they navigated loss together, how they handled disappointment in marriage, and what it looked like to trust God again when everyth
The Best Relationship Advice no one ever told you | #WHLPodcast Ep..08
If you’ve ever wondered what truly sets healthy relationships apart, this episode is for you. We're revealing the best relationship advice that often goes unspoken — the kind of wisdom that transforms hearts, heals toxic patterns, and sets you up for peace and purpose in your love life.
Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this message will help you break free using the pain and pea
5 things I did in order to meet my spouse | #WHLPodcast Ep. 07
In this episode of the Wholehearted Love Podcast, we’re diving into “5 Things I Did in order to meet My Spouse.” If you’re a Christian single woman or man who desires a God-centered relationship, this one’s for you.
Before Stefanie met Caleb, there were intentional decisions she made that prepared her heart for a healthy, thriving relationship. In this raw and real conversation, we’re sha
How God gave me my true identity: My testimony of hope | #WHLPodcast Ep. 06
In this powerful video, “How God Gave Me My True Identity: My Testimony of Hope,” I share my journey of discovering identity in Christ and how God rebuilt my identity after a long-term relationship breakup. Through God’s Word and identity in Christ scriptures, I went from shattered dreams, shattered hearts, and shattered love to a restored sense of purpose, learning how God transformed my
How to plan your wedding gods way: Ways to put God first (Our Wedding story) | #WHLpodcast Ep. 05
Welcome to the Wholehearted Love Podcast Ep. 05 where we reveal how to plan your wedding God’s way and share practical ways to put God first—all through the lens of our wedding story. If you’re inspired by when God writes your love story, this episode dives into what it means to have a God-centered marriage, rooted in Christianity, and overflowing with marriage blessings. We’ll discuss ho
Should you look for signs from God? The story of our engagement | #WHLpodcast Ep. 04
Join us for the story of our engagement—our personal engagement story that might spark engagement story ideas for you. We dive deep into the question: Should you look for signs from God? Whether you’re looking for signs from God, about your relationship, wondering does God give signs or does God send signs, or asking how to know if God is giving you a sign, this conversation is packed wit
How to Restore Your Purpose After Lost Love & Shattered Dreams: My testimony | #WholeheartedLovePodcast Ep. 03
Welcome to the Wholehearted Love Podcast, where Stefanie and Caleb dive into how to restore your purpose when your dream dies. If you’ve ever experienced shattered dreams, shattered hearts, or shattered love, this episode is for you. Our host shares my testimony—a journey through a long-term relationship breakup, lost love, and the struggle to find my passion again. We explore what does G
When God writes your love story: The secret to finding the one for you | #wholeheartedlovepodcast Ep. 02
Ever wondered if God chooses your spouse? In this inspiring episode, we delve into the question of does God choose who you marry and explore the beautiful concept of when God writes your love story. We share our love story of how God brought us together, offering insights and encouragement for those seeking their own happily ever after. If you're asking how to meet your soulmate or how to
How to fix a broken heart: Practical Steps to heal and recover | Wholehearted Love Ep.01
How to fix a broken heart: Practical Steps to heal and recover Have you ever experienced the gut-wrenching pain of heartbreak? You're not alone. On this episode of The Wholehearted Love Podcast, Stefanie opens up about her deeply personal experience of being dumped on Valentine's Day, just three months before she was supposed to walk down the aisle. She shares the raw emotions, the practi
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