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Choosing Forgiveness in an Angry Culture

When your spouse breaks your heart, it can take a long time to rebuild trust. Greg and Erin talk with John about a time they learned to choose forgiveness in their marriage.

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A Marriage Meditation: Above All Else, Love

The next time you’re tempted to lash out when your spouse does something that upsets you, remember to love above all else.

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Letting Go of Unforgiveness in Your Marriage

Forgiveness is like medicine to an ailing marriage. But, when you withhold it from your spouse, you cut off the chance to heal from past hurts. John, Greg and Erin discuss practical ways to choose forgiveness in your marriage.

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Embracing Your New Family of Two

It only takes a moment to become a family of two, but building a relationship that lasts for life takes a great deal of time and effort.

Managing Money Well During a Crisis

Managing Money Well During a Crisis

The Coronavirus pandemic has had a hard-hitting impact on millions of Americans and their family budgets. On this broadcast, finance expert Michelle Singletary offers practical advice for the wise management of money during this crisis and encourages listeners to trust in God for His provision.

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What Will Marriage Be Like in the Future?

What will marriage be like in the future after the coronavirus? The impact of the pandemic stress on couples will either strengthen or weaken their marriage.

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Blessing Your Spouse in Simple Ways

Making your spouse feel loved never happens by accident. It requires paying attention and doing something to bless him or her. John, Greg and Erin explain how they’ve learned to love their spouse through simple actions.

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How to Reconnect with Your Spouse

With the chaos of kids, jobs and schedules, it’s easy to feel disconnected. But there are simple ways you and your spouse can reconnect your love.

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A Marriage Meditation: The Lord is Your Strength

The next time you see a personal weakness come up in your marriage, choose to surrender it to God and remember that the Lord is your strength.

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Little Things That Spark Marriage Arguments

Determine to do whatever it takes to learn to resolve conflict when sparks start marriage arguments. Pursue peace in your marriage and you’ll be on the right path to creating a no-regrets marriage.

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Are We Ready to Start a Family?

Three couples weigh in on when they decided it was best to start a family and the resulting joys and challenges.

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Making Time for Date Nights

Every couple needs time for a fun date night. But, it can be difficult to schedule those special times after you have kids. John, Greg and Erin give some simple and fun ideas for spending time with your spouse, even when you’re busy raising children.

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Loving Your Wife With the Little Things

While remembering birthdays, anniversaries and Mother’s Day is important, if you want to show love to your wife, learn to help her with the little things.

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Un-Quarantining: 8 Important Questions to Ask Your Spouse

It’s time to start gradually getting back to normal. What are your and your spouse’s expectations for this next stage? And how do you readjust — yet again?

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Breaking Free From Pornography

After confessing a pornography problem to your spouse, it’s critical to take steps toward recovery. Whether you’ve struggled with it or you’re the spouse of an addict, Greg, Erin and John will give some helpful tips for your healing process.

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A Marriage Meditation: Kind Words

Kind words are important to our marriage. We can use words that encourage our spouse or we can use words that hurt them. Which words will you choose?

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Confessing a Pornography Problem

Hiding a pornography problem from your spouse is like inviting a tornado to tear through your relationship. If left unchecked, the consequences can leave permanent damage. Greg, Erin and John give some tips for confessing a pornography problem.

Kathi Lipp, author of many books including Ready for Anything: Preparing Your Heart and Home for Any Crisis Big or Small

Creative Date Ideas for You and Your Spouse

With everything going on in the world right now, a date night with your spouse is probably the last thing on your mind. But quality time together might be just what you need most. Today, author Kathi Lipp offers practical suggestions for fun and low-cost dates that can help your marriage thrive during this trying …

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Giving Back the Engagement Ring

Breaking off the engagement is difficult, but if you have doubts about getting married, it’s best to take things slowly and prayerfully.

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Words That Build Trust in a Marriage

The words we use can be a key factor in building trust. Recognize their power for change, and they become powerful tools in your relationship.