KEEPING IT LIT® Media FOUNDERS

Debra and Jabari Steward are the Founders of Keeping It Lit Media, a global movement empowering purpose-driven couples to take their marriage from fine to phenomenal. As thought leaders and dynamic marriage coaches, they bring a powerful blend of personal experience, professional insight, and faith-driven wisdom to help couples build deeper connection, meaningful communication, and lasting love.

Their story resonates because it’s real. Like many couples, they once found themselves caught in the busyness of life—building careers, raising a family, and managing daily responsibilities—only to realize they had neglected the very connection that held their marriage together. They weren’t struggling because of a lack of love; they were simply drifting apart without even realizing it. That realization changed everything. Determined to rebuild the bond they once had, they created The Keeping It Lit® Signature Framework for Marriage Transformation, a proven, four-pillar approach that helps couples reignite passion, rebuild trust, and create a marriage that thrives.

As speakers, Debra and Jabari have shared their story at Saddleback South Bay’s Valentine’s Day Dinner, where their message led to an invitation to host a marriage enrichment small group at the church. Their work also extends globally through their mini-course on marital disconnect, which has impacted couples in five countries across two continents.

Beyond live events, they host The Lit Lounge Live! podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, where they share their story to encourage couples in their journey toward a stronger, more purposeful marriage. They’ve also been featured on The Love Drops Podcast and The Unstoppable Solutions Podcast and are currently in the pre-manuscript phase of their first book,

Disconnect: The Silent Root of Marital Struggles and How to Overcome It.

Through spiritual connection, intentional communication, and purposeful love, Debra and Jabari are on a mission to equip couples with a proven, results-driven plan to strengthen their marriage, rediscover their connection, and build a legacy of love that lasts.