Transparency of Mega-Church Pastors Bryan and Stephanie Carter | Dear Future Wifey S6, E624

[@VonnieVon86]

I love when ministry leaders aren't far removed and can be REAL and TRANSPARENT. I loved this episode ❤❤

[@amarie6223]

Me too! They're relatable.

[@clovellestwvens6859]

I love how pastor can be real about life experiences

[@MrAveryBrown94]

I'm 28 years old, not married and have no kids (I'm an amazing godfather though, Lol) , but I'm 53 minutes into this episode and I'm enjoying the honesty in their journey. I love the spectrum of conversations on this channel.

[@kimseals3458]

My Pastor and Wife! So proud of you two! Love the transparency!

[@honeyk4551]

🙌🏾

[@letitiahoward8548]

Amen, Ministry must be a calling.

[@LeeLivinLife]

Same!

[@LaurenDenise]

"It's the struggle that seals you together." I pray that my future husband and I will bring this understanding into our marriage. It's so easy to run away when pressure is applied to relationships, but with time, pressure creates diamonds.

[@talicialee]

I’ve copied and pasted this from my journal. I had to post it. When she mentioned what her mindset was in college in regard to wanting to be off the market and being married, I had to start journaling. As I’m watching the Dear Future Wifey podcast with Brian + Stephanie Carter I realized that singleness with a strong desire to be married is not always about desperation, void fillers, & just needing somebody, it’s about women trying to survive in a world while being uncovered. So many of us don’t have a physical covering & when we are out here uncovered, we fall prey to the struggles of being abused, cheated on, and being taken advantage of in many ways. Women are tired and want to bypass the heartbreaks, the counterfeits, the unwanted pregnancies, and the falling in love with somebody just to be left & abandoned. God I pray you cover us women, the weaker vessel 🙏🙏🙏

[@yemedemure414]

❤❤❤❤

[@Hotlemonpepperallflats]

❤❤

[@dl2310]

Very true! Even before I was of marrying age, as a child when my father was no longer in the house, I felt unprotected. NEVER did I feel unsafe with him in our home. But the moment he was gone, I felt exposed and vulnerable. He was my hero. I remember staring out my bedroom window, looking at the sky crying "daddy, please come back home" I begged through tears for him to come home though he couldn't hear me. He never did come back home as he died in prison after 25 years. I developed feelings of abandonment over the years and sought boys and men to fill the void up until and even after I was introduced to Christ. Overtime and eventually through discipleship I learned to trust that my heavenly Father would not leave or forsake me. For now and always He is my covering. Even if I eventually marry, my husband may depart from this life before me and God will still cover me until He brings me home. This life is a trip... May we all know that our Protector and Defender is the Lord who is strong and mighty to save.

[@nadiarobinson7073]

❤❤❤

[@resilience4680]

Look here! 'Surviving in the world while being uncovered' is so real for me.

[@donnajohnson134]

Pastor Carter & Lady Carter Concord will continue to be my home Church ...this segment brought laughs and tears- especially having been under Pastor Bailey's leadership prior to you becoming our Senior Pastor. Another exceptional Podcast Laterras. Blessings to you all.👑🙏🏾

[@Kristalwalker1972]

To feel “safe” is something I pray for. Being 51, I can’t say I’ve had that feeling before. I hope the MOG understands the importance of my need.

[@robbiejackson6230]

Mrs. Carter, my thought process was like yours in the beginning of my marriage. Being raised by a strong mother who molded me to be a strong woman, was hard in the beginning. It will be 32 years next month. I love the transparency you and Pastor Carter have displayed. Thank you!

[@GvannD]

I attended this church while I was in college. Love them so so much. Concord is an amazing church. It doesn’t even feel like a “mega church.” It feels very warm and genuine.

[@kayfleming5180]

My Soul smiled this whole episode. 😊😊 Their 90-day marriage challenge is absolutely by GODs beautiful design.❤ The DFW Podcast keeps getting mo’ better and mo’ better!!👏🏽👏🏽

[@twannaedwards2147]

"Feeling Safe" means a whole lot!!

[@aubrie_morgan]

OMG yes!

[@karenmcgee1869]

Definitely for me!

[@latonyasmith6108]

I’m glad he that together! “I said it now do it” 😂

[@latonyasmith6108]

Amen 🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@latonyasmith6108]

Look at GOD everything he does is AWESOME

[@adoyomolla]

It is the transparency for me with these two. And the intentionality of both of them towards each other and their marriage. Loved it!

[@mariemuhammad7983]

Enjoyed the transparency of this couple and the laughs. They truly balance each other too. I love how they are supporting marriages from their own experience and creating a pathway by paying it forward.

[@nadiaforbes1980]

Her sense of humor is EVERYTHING She’s hilarious ❤😂❤

[@aliyahrussell6015]

Love my Pastor and First Lady even more now! So real and open!

[@felisaflowers6239]

Where do I begin? Simply put, wisdom, experience and transparency collides with purpose. This is how you do ministry. May God bless Pastor Carter’s book where marriages and relationships are transformed. To the gifted host, LRW, love the vision of creating this massive singles ministry. Thank you for the impact your ministry is having worldwide.

[@Loveconsciously]

I love this couple. I really enjoyed this one! Pastor Carter has always been transparent and forthcoming about his life and marriage and often used his life experiences as examples in his ministry. Allowing his sermons to be relatable and well understood. He knows how to make a mega church feel small. Love them so much. Thank you for sharing.

[@aysmith761]

THIS EPISODE WAS REALLY REFRESHING! Thank you for having them on the show. Yes, I know they're married but this will help SO MANY SINGLE PEOPLE now that we have solutions for how to handle our singleness versus only having all the "do nots" concerning relationship.

[@Mstiff1222]

Love that my pastor and 1st lady are so down to earth and transparent. We Grow People!

[@kaypierre6647]

For some reasons, I sleep on the best episodes! This was great. First Lady is me and I am her. Thank you for exposing me to me gently and with humor. Your relationship is so wholesome to me. I pray the Lord can bring me someone who can be patient, gentle, yet firm.

[@ashleytucker9472]

I really enjoyed this conversation! I appreciate how open and honest the pastors were about their relationship!

[@coachjessicarich]

I've been watching this podcast for over 2 years, but seeing my Pastor and First Lady hits differently. I hope I can be in the building, when the podcast comes to Concord. I loved every minute of this❤

[@Erika-be9hq]

This was so beautiful to watch. Thank you for this show and thank you to the Carters for their transparency 🙂.

[@mechelleking8192]

I am a huge fan of this podcast and have watched many episodes. This particular episode, with The Carters, I can say was very wholesome… full of balanced perspectives. I love the dynamic between this couple, and how transparent, vulnerable and humorous they were as leaders of the church… while doing amazing things in the community.

[@danescabaez2896]

Such a good message I love how they’ve created a pathway for future marriages, they are literally bridging a gap by allowing the Lord to use them in that way. As a single woman I’d love to allow a man to take the lead and I help him in whatever Gods vision is for us.

[@myjoymimeministry8961]

Brother Whitfield, another excellent episode. My husband and I have been married for 36 years and we just moved in the area and we had to leave our old church because of the distance and it broke my heart. We have been visiting different churches and Concord church is amazing. We met Pastor Bryant briefly and I love his teachings. Many pastors preach but they do not teach. The praise team is amazing as well. If we had more people in the world like Brother Whitfield and Pastor Carter, this world would be a better place to live in. Thank you both for serving God and his kingdom!! My husband and I have made our decision to join Concord!!

[@jeliciam.745]

Welcome to Concord! Congratulations on making the decision to join!

[@monicasoyombo3360]

Love this interview! So MANY GEMS. This couple is so real and sweet, I really appreciated them.

[@tanyabrown5670]

Pastor Carter was our guest preacher this past Sunday 5/7/23 @Zion Church w/Pastor Keith Battle in Greenbelt, MD. Pastor Carter delivered a great message on Waiting on God☝🏽💪🏽😇🙌🏽

[@micole83]

I can honestly say I was a proud member of Concord when I lived there and I did GROW… that church really grows people. First Lady Carter is just like this in person. She would step into small groups and keep it all the way real all while exuding class and ethics and integrity. Pastor Carter teaches the Bible he breaks it down it’s relative to current times…

[@EmbracingElevation]

Thank God for this ministry that supports a path to honor God 🙏🏾. "Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body." 1 Corinthians 6:18 NKJV The word is clear."

[@onijones8188]

Their energy is so beautiful. So transparent and pure. I love the realness of it. Thank you. So many gems I’m gathering in my single season.

[@blessednotstressed2552]

Happy Vacation to ALL! Safe travels to Jamaica in Jesus Name! Have fun and watch and pray! Oh, I also enjoyed this podcast. Appreciate the love factor in how your guests meet people where they are while helping them grow in Christ. Stay Well!

[@cassandrajackson8575]

I absolutely loved this episode with this Pastor and First Lady! I laughed my heart out! The transparency was on point! I love how they give back to the community! That warms my heart! Continue to walk in your purpose! Blessing to your family and your Church family🙌🏽

[@jamiedeansmith9985]

Each podcast I’ve listened to, they’ve gotten better and better with me thinking “Yeah, this is the best one.” AND then I listen to another one. Everything about this one was everything! Is the 90 Day Marriage Challenge Elite to Concord Members Only or is it offered to members of other churches as well as virtually? The transparency of the Carter’s was everything that we as a community needed. For the two to agree on, be active in, and share with others the Annual Marriage Goals was very profound and something I pray others begin to do. Again, thank you Laterras for your continued consistency with having great guest and keeping the conversations LIT. Laterras, when you release your book, it would be of great service for you to release an audio version as well. I’m sure you know, that one can be a great podcast host but not a great reader out loud. However, as you read your letters at the end of each podcast and listening to you read passages from the Carter’s book, you’ve proven to be both. Keep up the great work.❤

[@blkyogi999]

So refreshing to hear them… love their humorous spirit ❤

[@HopeJustMe]

Feeling safe to be human with a man is so essential. Every person has regrets in life and being able to be your whole self makes a huge difference. The person who allows you to be strong and vulnerable, a boss and needing to be led, fierce and failing is someone who doesn't expect perfection, but rather expects your best in each moment is a person who is intellectually, emotionally and spiritually mature.

[@absolutetreasures6877]

Beautiful, Refreshing, exemplifies commitment. In a world where 50/50 and roles in relationships is the topic, they really show that God and Love is key. Thank you Leterras for another great episode.

[@shawnaw9750]

Mrs. Carter is hilarious. They are beautiful couple who's transparent about their marriage. I wish them continued blessings.👍

[@abaxter0326]

Thank you for this being longer today! This is so hearty!

[@TheDivaPainWarrior]

Listennnn! I have thoroughly enjoyed this episode. I can so relate to Lady Carter: strong, independent, goal oriented, educator. So, when she said "That's Gone Be You, Fool!" I felt that in my soul. I needed this. Thank you so much.

[@veronica112234]

I am so thankful for this podcast and all the episodes. I found this show in February, and I have been watching episode after episode. I am a 24 y.o woman, recently married and separated within 3 months of being married. I thought we were good to work through problems but we aren’t. Thank you LT

[@GlendaGray-xi9uz]

This Ministry is a diamond in the Kingdom of God! I really enjoyed their testimony with " No Condemnation " approach because God don't waste any part of our lives even the sins we overcome by the words of our testimonies. Being this transparent helps you and so many people. God Bless yaw!!! Awesome!!😇🥰 I love God's Kindom care !!! Amen

[@jeliciam.745]

One thing I love about Lady Carter is her transparency! She’s one of the main reasons why I joined Concord. She’s just real and always the same! Love my church and pastors! #WeGrowPeople

[@lashundalamotte452]

Pastor Carter and Lady Carter are such an amazing and beautiful couple! I love how they allow God to use them and allow His light to shine through them. They are truly aspiring. I have truly enjoyed this episode and have ordered my copy of Pastor Carter’s book “Made To Last”. I thank God for being a part of the Concord Family as well as the leadership of Pastor and Lady Carter. Love You all and Be Blessed.🤗🥰👏🏾🙏🏾

[@charisecarter1324]

This was very good. I enjoyed the conversation, the honesty, and their journey. Thank you for having them as a guest.

[@SonAng113]

This episode is a breath of fresh air. I truly appreciated the realness, authenticity and the relatability, I feel that many Christians don't keep it all the way real, I absolutely love this episode, thank you for sharing.

[@alanaromans4649]

Hey LIT fam, always a blessing tuning in. Good stuff @Laterras. I have not read the book but I must say this interview has definitely blessed me as wife. Thank you First Lady Carter for sharing that experience regarding the card declining and how you dealt with the situation such that your husband walked away feeling supported and not demeaned. You have given me quite a number of tools to equip me to be a better wife and I appreciate your sharing your experiences without reservation. Big up and nuff respect to the Carters and Laterras from Jamaica. Continue to impact lives positively for the glory of God.

[@DearFutureWifey]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support! It means a lot to us that our content is making a positive impact on your life.

[@larhondamurray2208]

I just love this, I love them, I love their transparency. This is what growing in love looks like. Blessings on Blessings to them Oh I am certain their church is proud

[@dw9054]

I heard some keys things: 1. They communicated 2. They both had goals him - pastor her - principal 3. They were on the same page 4. Even if they didn’t know what it would entail they track they were on wasn’t a surprise. 5. They had the same belief system 6. They went to premarital counseling It’s critical to know where you’re going B4 linking up seriously and have a similar belief system

[@MachelleNowlin]

There is 6 degrees of separation between us! Don't know how to explain it without it sounding weird. Our lives and timelines are so very similar. From the inner family adoptions, to life experiences, marriages, children, especially our desires for our future spouses! I truly feel like you are a brother from another mother, but we both share the same blood LOL! Every week, I listen to your podcast either on KZbin or Spotify, just to see how much your spiritual algorithm lines up with my prayers that I've shared with no one except God. Without fail, your podcast and guests speak to my prayers like you you were standing in my prayer closet! With gratitude, I thank you!

[@sweetumsDenise]

wow! that is something.God bless you.

[@MachelleNowlin]

@@sweetumsDenise TO God be the glory is all I can say 🙌🏽 Because he has brought me through it all.

[@veronicadaeh2336]

This was a super inspiring episode. Every episode is indicative of how many layers there are to building a healthy prosperous relationship that can lead to marriage and it is continuous ebbs and flows

[@Btj87]

This was so good!! I love their transparency and love for God's people!

[@shemej]

I love my first family and church family. Since I’ve joined in 2011 my life has been made better because of the teachings of this church. I joined because of the childrens ministry knowing I wanted my child to have a foundation. I couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. Thanks for these words of wisdom❤

[@MsYoMorgan]

My people! I love my Pastor and First Lady! Hey family! ❤❤❤

[@JustUdoro]

God’s Favor…this part 1:01:31 was POWERFUL!!! I really needed to hear this. Thank you both for sharing your journey, your love and devotion. 🙌🏾❤️

[@hisloveinternationalminist8338]

"It's not going to end well if you're committed to You more than you're committed to Us." Wow!!! I Love, Love The Carter's! ❤️

[@tamarajohnson2315]

Having joined Concord the same time as Pastor and Lady Carter I loved them from the first Bible class I took they were leading. I told them if Pastor Carter every got a church in the metroplex I would move my membership but look at God how he orchestrated him becoming our senior pastor. I praise God for how the favor of God has blessed and elevated them not only for our church family but for the kingdom! #wegrowpeople #Concordchurch

[@catrinadavis]

They gone change the qualifications to fit who I am 🙌🏾 that hit my spirit hard... I receive that!!

[@yvonneogolla6633]

These pastors are a whole lot of grace and keeping it real....I love all that they are doing about marriages in their church and also how impactful their sharing has been on me.

[@luvthetrinity]

I enjoyed this interview. The Pastor and his wife were down to earth and very satisfying to watch. Great interview!

[@ashleiwatson5901]

These two are some of my favorite people. Pretty sure I will follow them anywhere, as a Concord Church member. I pray they continue to lean on God and have a long successful marriage!!❤

[@nicholesaunders1851]

So grateful for this couple's transparency. I found myself in a situation dating a pastor of a small church who had the intentions of courtship and marriage. When peeling back the layers I found that I was being vetted to support what he was doing rather than us making plans and compromises to grow together. I'm grateful that God kept my eyes open and asking the tough questions. Know and be known by a suitor no matter what his vocation.

[@Godsgr8Joi]

Pastor says "right" alot....Lol! I love their love, their system, their humor, the way their life compliments the other. And First Lady is hilarious!! 😂😂😂😂 I love ya'll with the love of Christ! ♥️

[@lornatowerssanders6904]

That's my Pastor and LC!!! I absolutely love this!!

[@yesworks6993]

Hey Laterras. I truly was held by these two . They are humble , wise and sincere. I love this episode. Stephanie is ma girl. Love her spirit of individuality but, the blessing of support she gives to her forever.....Bryan. Thanks Laterras for choosing these real people , living real lives but living exemplary lives. Keep on keeping on Latteras. You doing it right. Jamaica 67 yrs. Bryan

[@carolynlong8701]

They are truly a blessing to their church members especially because they are a young couple in Ministry 🙏🏾

[@alanabeaton8342]

It’s such a blessing to listen to you beautiful authentic testimony.Continue to do the will of God❤🙏

[@sheronrahman9996]

Thank you for blessing me with this podcast. Not only about relationships of couples or being single. When you mention about Foster care and Adoption, as well as helping the homeless. That's what I do. I haven't ever really heard of men. Black men for that matter helping others far as Mentoring other children . Thank you my brother! To God Be the Glory!!! Keep being L.I.T.!!!

[@mariemuhammad7983]

Loved the letter❤. My heart longs for you. I’m excited about your single app!!! This is a great time of Gods prophetic fulfillment for your life. You are a revolutionist as I stated before! God knows what he is doing and how to connect the dots. Just make sure you make room for your own desires in 2023.

[@Godslight1970s]

I LOVE these two. They are absolutely adorable ♥️ May God continue to bless them with great health, the joy and peace of The Lord, amen🙏🏾

[@CopperMe9]

I LOVE that 90-day co-habitation challenge.

[@mjlthepoet4709]

Now this was real marriage talk! I loved this❤

[@enenjoroge19]

I love this episode. Their transparency and now walking what they have learned from their walk and teaching others

[@aprilkemp4646]

I love this couple. The make marriage look real and not perfect. The antidotes are on point. Thank you for recognizing the faults in your singles ministry and Willing to go back to the drawing board. Successful Planning....love it.

[@drtruth5291]

Best type of church folk are the nonjudgmental ones that are honest. Kudos to them

[@foreversykes9755]

Absolutely love them! Concord is a little further from us to be our home church (we love our church Covenant Church in Carrollton) but I call Concord my Baptist church home here in Dallas 😂

[@n.bloomberg3028]

Thanks for taking the time to bring these down to earth couples and singles onto the podcast , To teach us and give us knowledge into what we need for ourselves. I watched your programs to learn and to be a much better person into who God has called me to be, and I thank you Laterras for answering the call of God. What I have learned from this podcast is that, There is no trust without consistency, As human beings, we like predictability, it makes us feel safe and able to relax. i am here,

[@OverlandAfo]

Love this beautiful couples unapologetic testimony & how to flow naturally through their courting & marriage no matter their season.

[@shereecespence]

I truly enjoyed this conversation 😍The transparency, laughter, maturity and God centered dialogue was everything 🙌🏾

[@keshaperry9787]

Beautifully humble couple! Blessings to you, your family & congregation. Love how they help single’s transition. Laterras stay safe out there in JA!

[@dorothymatthews6690]

Carters and Laterras. This podcast was so real and brought me a lot of peace. I'm single but I'm going to buy the Carters book. Thank you so much!

[@theoracle888]

The Carters were so down to earth! I really appreciate how they kept it all the way real....no coaxing from Laterras necessary 😄 And what they are doing to support a proper foundation being built in marital relationships is amazing!!

[@trinaesther1388]

Learned so much about how to talk to your husband when you are frustrated! Dope 🔥🔥🔥🔥🙌🏾

[@veronicafreeman2545]

This was absolutely awesome, the struggle and advice on marriage would have been great if available while I was married. I will certainly utilize this if God has marriage in store for me. Thank you for having individuals who are relatable. Much apppreciated.

[@queenofaxumitekingdom3037]

What a great conversation, enjoyed it thoroughly. Real and honest full of wisdom, wit and humor! Thank you all for paving the way for the next generation. ❤❤❤

[@casandrawilliams5141]

Lord thank you for opening my heart to receive what’s in store for me. Bless the Carters marriage and marriage ministry. In Jesus Holy name Amen🤍 what a beautiful episode

[@mrssheilasworldoffuninspir1919]

Always great topics and discussions to hear and apply to our own personal experiences!! I share your videos with my grown children!! Happy New Year King Laterras and Pastor Brian Carter and his beautiful wife!! Great relationship advices!!🙏🏽🙌🏽♥️

[@herfamiller139]

This couple is LIT!!!the wife reminds me of one of my friend( so outspoken...i just love her)Just share with my friend. Again another "gem packed" episode(God is just AMAZING). Laterras God bless you, keep up the good work, as you continue to sow into others the blessings God of will overtake you in ALL you do.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@FaithfulCentral]

We love this! ❤Can’t wait for them to visit in August for The Marriage Retreat.

[@nicolebrown253]

Wonderful episode. Always love The Carters authenticity.

[@zenajohnson9169]

Great conversation. Beautiful to see love, and God throughout their marriage. Love the gem of the Annual GoalS !!! What a great idea to incorporate into a marriage. Love, the Love check-ins on the awareness of where we are going and how we will accomplish the goals.

[@claudetteallen1646]

Blessings and honor to u mr Whitfield for sharing your journey as we are here learning to better our own life through these experiences… thank u God!

[@tammyruffin4052]

Love, love, love them❤ Great episode 👏🙌

[@lisaclingingtochrist5295]

I love these beautiful people!! Never met them but I appreciate their transparency immensely!!

[@terrabrown2188]

Wow what a blessing this couple is to people…Exactly what our society needs❤❤❤❤❤

[@cshell75]

May God continue to bless the Carter’s ministry. Thank you for keeping it LIT, especially regarding the college years.

[@carolyn8103]

This has been one of the best yet. It has blessed me tremendously with so many gems. I’ve listened twice so far. Looking forward to reading the book.

[@Psalm5110]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻and she told me no❤️ I love it! she wasn't there to tear him down and take advantage, she was only there to love and care for him and build him up🫶🏼🫶🏼 God is good🙏🏻❤️❤️🙏🏻 thank you Jesus🙌🏻 Congratulations🎉🎉🎉 Latteras on your new App, thank you all for the conversation.

[@SaniThePoet]

This is one a video that I’m definitely going to rewatch. We watch reruns and movies more than once so why not this 🙌

[@JasmineRyans]

I love their transparency ✨🙏🏾

[@beautifullyblessedpatricia9498]

I truly enjoyed their authentic and transparent testimony from beginning to end❤❤❤. They are a beautiful couple