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Meet at the Well is a revival movement for marriage, family, and faith. Hosted by Lauren & Justin Emerick, this podcast is for couples who are done conforming to culture and ready to rebuild their lives at the feet of Jesus. Every episode is a conversation about covenant, communication, submission, leadership, and legacy—anchored in the Word and lived out through real marriage. We've walked through brokenness. We've rebuilt on the Rock. And now, we're calling couples everywhere to come home to the design God intended. This is where marriages are revived, families are restored, and the Kingdom is built from the inside out. 🕊️ Come drink from the living water. Meet us at the Well.

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February 18, 2026Episode 1343 min

13: Why So Many Christians Aren't Being Spiritually Fed Anymore (Part 2)

Scripture, Discernment & Church Maturity In Part 2 of this conversation, Justin and Lauren continue unpacking a question many Christians are wondering: Why does church feel full… but spiritually empty? This episode isn't about church-bashing or pointing fingers. It's about discernment, spiritual maturity, and returning to what actually forms believers—Scripture, reverence, and the presence of God. They share what shifted for them as they moved away from a highly performative church environment and into a Scripture-anchored community where the Word is central, theology is taken seriously, and spiritual formation is expected, not optional. Together, they explore why many modern church spaces unintentionally prioritize emotional highs over biblical depth, and how that shapes marriages, families, and faith long-term. Inside the episode: 💧 The difference between being inspired and being formed 💧 Why Scripture—not personalities, worship experiences, or storytelling—matures faith 💧 How emotional spirituality can quietly replace biblical discernment 💧 What happens when churches operate more like businesses than sanctuaries 💧 The danger of idolizing pastors, worship teams, or church culture 💧 Why reading the Bible daily changes the atmosphere of a home 💧 Spiritual warfare, discernment, and why surface-level teaching leaves believers unarmored 💧 Why many millennials and Gen Z believers are searching for more reverent, rooted expressions of faith 💧 How spiritual immaturity impacts marriage, parenting, and endurance 💧 Why the love of the Father is what actually fills people Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries

February 11, 2026Episode 1235 min

12: Closing a Thriving Business, Leaving Performance Christianity, and Returning to the Word (Part 1)

In this candid episode of Meet at the Well, Justin and Lauren share the deeper story behind their current season of radical obedience: closing Lauren's successful seven-year coaching business, stepping back from striving, and returning to a faith rooted in Scripture rather than performance. Lauren opens up about how success, provision, and even ministry can quietly become substitutes for trust in God, and how the Holy Spirit made it clear that there was no longer space for everything she was carrying. This episode explores what happens when God asks you to lay something down that works—and why obedience often comes without a ten-step plan. Inside the episode: 🕊 Closing a thriving business in obedience to God 🕊 Untangling identity from success, productivity, and platforms 🕊 Striving versus trusting God for provision 🕊 Why Scripture—not spiritual highs—is the foundation of maturity 🕊 The difference between feeling inspired and being spiritually formed 🕊 Discernment in modern church culture 🕊 Performance Christianity vs reverent, Word-centered faith 🕊 Why reading the Bible daily changes the atmosphere of a home 🕊 Marriage, endurance, and building a life anchored in Christ They also share openly about transitioning to a more Scripture-anchored church community, the dangers of emotional manipulation in faith spaces, and why spiritual maturity requires depth, discipline, and reverence—not just good feelings. Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries

February 4, 2026Episode 111 hr 16 min

11: Why Gentle Parenting Is Failing Our Kids | Raising Children With Discipline, Discernment, and Christ

Parenting is not complicated, but it is intentional. And if we don't intentionally form our children, the world will. In this powerful episode of Meet at the Well, Justin and Lauren have an honest conversation about parenting—what's working, what's failing, and why so many modern approaches are leaving children anxious, entitled, and spiritually unanchored. They talk openly about why gentle parenting feels deeply unbiblical, how culture has centered children's feelings instead of building emotional resiliency, and what it actually means to train up a child in the way they should go. Inside this episode, they discuss: 💧 Why gentle parenting is unbiblical and fails to build emotional resilience 💧 Teaching children that feelings are real, but not ultimate truth 💧 Discipline as love, not punishment, shame, or aggression 💧 Why children need correction, boundaries, and responsibility 💧 Leading by example as the foundation of faith-filled parenting 💧 Being intentional about media, screens, and what children consume 💧 Why spiritual warfare is real and children are a target 💧 Raising kids to do hard things, fail with grace, and grow in confidence 💧 Preparing children to become capable adults—not the center of the world 💧 Parenting as sacrifice, formation, and service to God's design 💧 Motherhood, marriage, and the re-ordering that happens when Christ becomes the foundation of the home Resources Mentioned: → Angel Studios: https://www.angel.com/guild/join?origin=home → The Tuttle Twins: https://www.angel.com/watch/tuttle-twins → PBS Kids: https://pbskids.org/ → Bryce Crawford: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrycecrawford Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: 🕊 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ 🕊 Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries

January 28, 2026Episode 1055 min

10: Building a Strong Marriage and Family Legacy with Gino & Julia Barbaro

In Episode 10 of Meet at the Well, we sit down with Gino Barbaro and Julia Barbaro for an honest, grounded conversation about marriage, money, faith, and family legacy. Married for 27 years and parents of six, Gino and Julia share openly about delayed commitment, learning how to communicate through conflict, healing money tension, and building a life rooted in faith rather than fear or performance. This episode explores what actually strengthens marriages over time—and why covenant, not control, is what allows relationships to blossom. We talk about how childhood experiences shape our beliefs around money and marriage, why money arguments are often a symptom of deeper fears, and how faith becomes the true foundation for safety, provision, and leadership in the home. In this episode, we discuss: Why many couples delay marriage and what changes after covenant How faith transforms marriage, identity, and leadership The real reason couples fight about money How childhood money stories quietly shape adult relationships What "happy money" means and how money becomes a tool rather than a source of fear Healthy communication vs. conflict avoidance in marriage Why perfectionism and control undermine intimacy Building trust, safety, and respect between spouses Homeschooling, family rhythms, and raising emotionally grounded children Creating a legacy rooted in faith, responsibility, and love About our guests: Gino Barbaro is a real estate investor, educator, and author of Happy Money, Happy Family, Happy Legacy. Together with his wife Julia Barbaro, he co-founded Barbaro360, a platform focused on helping families develop financial intelligence, healthy communication, and faith-centered lives. Resources mentioned: Happy Money, Happy Family, Happy Legacy by Gino Barbaro Barbaro360 Money & Business Archetype Quizzes This episode is for couples, families, and individuals who want more than surface-level advice—those seeking a marriage and family life built on faith, clarity, and intentional legacy. Connect Further with Gino and Julia Barbaro Check out their website: http://www.barbaro360.com Visit their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@barbaro-360 Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoinGinosFamily Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries

December 31, 2025Episode 958 min

09: Trusting God When Nothing Is Moving

What do you do when you're praying, but nothing seems to be happening? In this potent episode of Meet at the Well, Justin and Lauren talk candidly about waiting seasons—the kind that test your faith, your marriage, and your ability to trust God when His answers feel delayed. They share a real conversation about longing for more children, watching others receive what you're praying for, and learning how to stay grounded when emotions, comparison, and fear try to take over. This episode explores what it actually means to trust God in the silence—not through performance, control, or spiritual striving—but through surrender, order, and faithfulness. They also unpack: 💧 Why unanswered prayers don't mean God isn't listening 💧 How waiting seasons shape character, not punish desire 💧 The difference between New Age manifestation and biblical trust 💧 Submission, leadership, and trust within marriage 💧 Why silence with God is not abandonment 💧 Learning to hope again without controlling outcomes If you've ever felt stuck between faith and frustration, or wondered how to stay steady when nothing seems to be moving, this episode will meet you right where you are. At the end of this episode, Lauren shares more about Legacy—a year-long formation space for women who are praying for marriage, desiring a more God-centered home, or wanting to reorder their lives around God's design for womanhood, marriage, and family. Legacy is not about striving or becoming someone new. It's about formation and learning how to trust God, walk in order, and become steady in faith before the promises arrive. If you feel the pull toward this work, you can send Lauren a DM on Instagram @iamlaurenmegan or learn more about Legacy here: https://www.laurenmegan.com/legacy-2026 Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries For women desiring mentorship, prophecy, and Christ-centered direction, apply to work with Lauren 1:1 inside Anointed: https://www.laurenmegan.com/anointed

December 3, 2025Episode 81 hr 24 min

08: Faith, Fatherhood & Marriage: What It Means to Be a Christ-Led Man

In this honest and heart-filled episode, Lauren and Justin sit down for a conversation for the men—about what it really means to be a Christ-led husband, father, and leader in today's world. They open up about their own marriage, fatherhood, and faith journey—from learning how to lead and be led, to navigating seasons when one partner feels further ahead spiritually than the other. Together, they explore real questions like: 💧Can a man be a good husband and father without being Christ-led? 💧How can wives support their husbands' faith without nagging or control? 💧What does it look like for a man to rebuild trust and step back into leadership? 💧How can men support their wives' callings without losing their own sense of purpose? This conversation is both raw and redemptive, and a loving invitation to rebuild your home, family, and marriage on God's design. If you've ever wondered how to bring more of Christ into your relationship and family, this episode will leave you encouraged, challenged, and equipped to build a home anchored in faith. Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries For women desiring mentorship, prophecy, and Christ-centered direction, apply to work with Lauren inside Anointed: https://www.laurenmegan.com/anointed

November 19, 2025Episode 71 hr 28 min

07: The Collapse of Family Values & How to Rebuild Your Home on God

In today's episode, Justin and Lauren sit down for one of the most needed conversations of our generation—a raw, honest look at the spiritual and cultural war being waged against marriage, motherhood, and the family. Everywhere you look, culture is telling women to run from the home, men to numb out, couples to separate, and families to fall apart. And we're watching the fruit of it in real time: loneliness, depression, exhaustion, and homes without order. This episode is a call to come back. Back to the true covenant of marriage. Back to the design God laid out. Back to the roles that protect, strengthen, and sanctify a family. Back to the ground where men can lead and women can flourish — not in competition, but in unity. They talk about: 💧Why motherhood and fatherhood are being openly mocked in modern culture 💧How feminism, Hollywood, and "self-first" ideology have shaped this generation 💧Why men are checking out, and the real spiritual war behind it 💧Women's exhaustion and the unseen weight they carry 💧The difference between covenant and convenience 💧How Satan targets the home—and what opens the doors for him to enter 💧The power of repentance, rebuilding, and spiritual leadership 💧Why couples need church, community, and holiness now more than ever This isn't a light conversation, and it's not meant to be. Marriage is under attack. Families are under attack. And the enemy is not subtle about it. But God's design hasn't changed from the very beginning. And when a man and woman return to that order, healing begins, unity returns, and the home becomes a place of strength, not warfare. If you're a woman desiring a biblical marriage, a man wanting to lead, or a couple trying to break generational patterns and raise a family that honors God—this episode will speak life into you. Pull up a chair, take a breath, and meet us at the well. If this episode spoke to you, hit subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Connect Deeper with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries For women desiring mentorship, prophecy, and Christ-centered direction, apply to work with Lauren inside Anointed: https://www.laurenmegan.com/anointed

November 5, 2025Episode 61 hr 22 min

06: Spiritual Warfare in Marriage (Part 2): Putting on the Full Armor of God

In this potent continuation of last week's episode, Justin and Lauren go even deeper into what spiritual warfare looks like inside marriage, and how subtle "open doors" give the enemy access to the home, heart, and legacy God is building. They unpack how unhealed wounds, past relationships, and distorted beliefs about men and women can create entry points for attack—and what it means to close those doors through prayer, repentance, and the covering of Christ. This powerful episode dives into: 💧 How the enemy gains access through unhealed trauma, bitterness, and false narratives 💧 The reality of generational curses, and how the blood of Jesus brings deliverance 💧 How God uses money as a testing ground for stewardship and trust within marriage 💧 What it means to truly put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6) and stand united as one With raw and real stories from their own marriage, Justin and Lauren share how God has led them through wilderness seasons, redefined their relationship with money, and restored their union through His grace. It's an honest and hope-filled conversation for couples learning to fight for each other, not against each other. Scripture Referenced: Ephesians 6:10–18 (The Armor of God) Matthew 6:33 (Seek first the kingdom) Proverbs 31 (Building legacy through wisdom and order) Connect with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another couple who's ready to rebuild their marriage on the Rock. Let's meet at the Well. 💧

October 29, 2025Episode 51 hr 14 min

05: Spiritual Warfare in Marriage (Part 1): How the Enemy Attacks Families, & How to Stand in Authority Through Christ

In this powerful two-part series, Justin and Lauren open up about what it really looks like to face spiritual warfare inside a marriage, and how to recognize when the enemy is trying to divide, distract, or distort what God has joined together. Justin shares a deeply personal story of recently walking through a week filled with anxiety, panic attacks, and unexpected chaos; how he came face-to-face with unseen battles in his mind; and how prayer, discernment, and the authority of Jesus broke the spiral. Lauren and Justin brings biblical and practical perspective on: 💧How the enemy targets families and uses generational patterns to keep families bound 💧Why the armor of God (Ephesians 6) is essential in every home 💧How wives can pray in authority, not fear, to protect their husbands and households 💧The difference between spiritual warfare and personal responsibility 💧Why discernment is one of the most needed gifts of the Spirit for this generation This episode isn't about fear—it's about freedom and authority. Because when you understand the schemes of the enemy, you can finally see the power of the blood of Jesus at work in your family, your marriage, and your mind. Part 2 of this episode will go deeper into the Armor of God, the power of fasting, and how to cover your marriage in the blood of Jesus. Connect with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another couple who's ready to rebuild their marriage on the Rock. Let's meet at the Well. 💧

October 15, 2025Episode 31 hr 25 min

03. God's Order for Marriage (and Why It Still Works)

"Headship without love is tyranny. Submission without love is slavery. True biblical leadership is holy, weighty, and marked by empathy and honor." In this raw and powerful conversation, Lauren and Justin dive deep into God's divine design for marriage, and why His order still works today. They open up about the cultural confusion around submission, leadership, and gender roles, sharing real-life stories from their own marriage, parenting, and walk with God. From the backseat-driving analogy that exposes control dynamics to scripture-based truth from Ephesians 5 and Genesis 2, this episode reveals what happens when both husband and wife surrender to biblical order and allow Christ to lead their home. You'll hear: Why headship doesn't mean domination, and submission doesn't mean weakness How modern culture and New Age feminism distort God's design for the family What true masculine leadership and feminine support look like in practice How spiritual order brings peace, stability, and revival to marriage A candid reflection on men's struggles with passivity and women's struggles with control This is an episode meant to listen to together with your spouse. Let it spark a conversation about how to invite God back into the center of your home. 📖 Scriptures mentioned: Ephesians 5:22–33, 1 Peter 3:1–7, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:5–6 Connect with Lauren and Justin: Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetatthewellpodcast/ Watch this episode (and more!) on the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MeetAtTheWellMinistries Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another couple who's ready to rebuild their marriage on the Rock. Let's meet at the Well. 💧