KEEPING IT LIT FOUNDERS
Debra and Jabari Steward
Jabari and Debra Steward are the husband-and-wife team behind Keeping It Lit Media and the creators of The Keeping It Lit Signature Framework for Marriage Transformation—a biblically grounded, results-driven model designed to help Christian couples overcome the root of all marital struggles: Disconnect. Disconnect from God and disconnect from each other. Through coaching, curriculum, and platform presence, they empower purpose-driven couples to transform their marriage from just 'fine' to phenomenal where each spouse feels deeply valued, genuinely understood, and unconditionally loved.
Whether delivering a keynote or leading an intimate workshop, Jabari and Debra bring clarity, conviction, and connection to every room they enter.
Debra and Jabari Steward’s work is making a global impact—helping couples break through marital disconnect and build the kind of marriage they truly enjoy every day. Their mini-course has reached couples in six countries across two continents, equipping them with the tools to reconnect and thrive. They’ve shared their story at Saddleback South Bay, inspiring couples to succeed in their marriage journey. In collaboration with Bishop Jerry L. Sorrells, Sr., they co-produced Keeping It Lit Live: West Coast Vibes Edition—an immersive, in-person experience designed to cultivate connection. The impact was undeniable: within 24 hours of the event, a couple in attendance got engaged—sparking a surprise Keeping It Lit proposal in the middle of a church service.
Beyond live events, they host The Lit Lounge Live! podcast 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.
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Trusted Voices of Lasting Change
Their story resonates because it’s real. Like many couples, they once found themselves caught in the busyness of life—showing up more for their schedules than they were for their own marriage. 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 approach that empowers couples with intentional tools to deepen connection at every level.
