{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Every Day Matters w/ Pastor Jeff Simmons","title":"25 Years of Choosing Each Other Every Day with Lisa Simmons (Ep. 37)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2372,"description":"Pastor Jeff sits down with his wife, Lisa, to celebrate 25 years of marriage and reflect on the journey they’ve shared. They talk about embracing every season, from early adventures to raising kids, and learning not to rush past the present. Through each stage, they’ve discovered the importance of finding joy, trusting God, and making the most of where He has them right now.\nLisa shares about one of their hardest seasons, losing her mom unexpectedly while preparing to welcome a new baby. In the middle of grief, God provided a strong church community that surrounded them with care and support. Together, they highlight how meaningful it is to stay connected to others who can encourage and walk with you through both joy and loss.\nThey also share simple rhythms that have strengthened their marriage, including honest communication, laughter, serving together, and keeping God at the center. Through every challenge and celebration, they’ve learned to stay on the same team and invest in their relationship daily. Because when we live surrendered, every day really does matter.\nTop 5 Keys to 25-years of Marriage\n1. Keep God first (keep the main thing the main thing)\n2. Pray for and with one another.\n3. Have great community around you.\n4. Work together - raising kids and in life\n5. Don’t let little things become big things (always stay in love)\n-- Resources from the episode:\nTo explore finding a group for you, click here\nClick here to serve with Rolling Hills Community Church\nGo on mission with Rolling Hills\nClick here to serve with our Rolling Hills Community Center\nLearn more about Rolling Hills Community Church","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/_VhUL9ELgl0zs5gwQAjpsT8Xk3tB820AC3Y_hj3EiwE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ZTAx/Y2RmZDk1ZGY0ZWM5/MWRhMGRkMDUyM2Nj/MzU0OS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}