Chad and Kristen met while attending Liberty University in the late 80’s.  After two years of dating and upon discovering they were expecting a baby, they quickly planned a shotgun wedding. Their marriage was off to a challenging start as they were so young, finishing up school, establishing a career, taking care of a baby all while learning to relate to each other in an entirely new way.  These trying circumstances ushered in unique difficulties and emotional issues that negatively impacted their marriage for many years. 

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However, their beliefs that marriage is sacred, and the foundation of a healthy family and society were always central to Chad and Kristen.  It was their faith in Jesus and commitment to each other that enabled them to overcome the challenges they faced. Their struggles through the years coupled with the pain of walking beside loved ones who experienced divorce ignited their passion to help strengthen marriages.  By God’s grace, they are humbled and enjoy the privilege of sharing with others what God has done for them. Using transparency and humor their desire is to offer hope and help to others.

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Chad and Kristen have been married since 1991 and reside in Three Rivers, Michigan.  They have four children; Carley who is married to Ryan, Alex and daughter-in-law Hannah, son Cameron, and Madison and her husband Carter.  They have five grandchildren. Chad is a former public-school teacher, administrator and coach. Kristen is a women’s motivational speaker and bible teacher. Together they are active members at Riverside Church and serve as the directors of Marriage Resource where they facilitate premarital coaching, record podcasts, host events, and share their experiences in workshops and retreat settings.