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Saving Your Marriage from Divorce, Part 6

When you don’t deal with small marriage problems, it can lead to some devastating consequences in the future. But dealing with the problems can start your healing journey. John, Greg and Erin share how to stay close to God when your marriage is struggling.

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3 Gifts for Your Spouse This Christmas

Though I may juggle more activities at the end of the year, I can make time with my spouse and be fully present when we spend time together.

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The State of Florida Wants to Mandate Premarital Counseling. Will It Help Couples?

Surveys find that divorce rates drop by 30 percent or more when engaged couples seek premarital counseling.

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Saving Your Marriage from Divorce, Part 5

Confronting marriage problems isn’t fun, but it’s needed from time to time. How you handle them will determine the strength of your relationship. Greg, Erin and John explain how to surround yourself with godly influences when your marriage is in a difficult place.

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Advent Devotionals for Couples: Week 4 – Love

All lovers know there is a price for love. And God – who is love – knows more than anyone else the cost of great love.

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How to Stop Fighting Your Spouse: Seven Steps to Win-Win Solutions in Marriage

If you and your spouse want to stop fighting, then it’s time to remember that you and your spouse are a team.

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Enjoying Marriage at Any Age

In this Best of 2019 broadcast, Pastor Ted Cunningham outlines the benefits of marriage, and encourages young adults to consider marrying sooner rather than later. He offers great advice for couples of all ages to help keep the joy in your relationship.

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Discovering God’s Freedom From Pornography (Part 2 of 2)

In this Best of 2019 broadcast, Nick Stumbo and his wife, Michelle, describe how their marriage has been restored after he found freedom from a long-time addiction to pornography and the overwhelming guilt and shame that accompanied it. They offer encouragement and hope to troubled couples who are struggling with the impact of pornography and …

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Keeping the Romance Sizzling in Your Marriage, Part 8

Allowing pornography to invade your mind will rob your marriage of the precious gift of sexual intimacy. But if you deal with it, it doesn’t have to destroy your marriage. Greg, Erin and John give some tips for confessing a pornography problem to your spouse.

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Advent Devotionals for Couples: Week 3 — Filled with Advent Joy

What difference might the joy of seeing Christ make in your home?

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Discovering God’s Freedom From Pornography (Part 1 of 2)

In this Best of 2019 broadcast, Nick Stumbo and his wife, Michelle, describe how their marriage has been restored after he found freedom from a long-time addiction to pornography and the overwhelming guilt and shame that accompanied it. They offer encouragement and hope to troubled couples who are struggling with the impact of pornography and …

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Keeping the Romance Sizzling in Your Marriage, Part 7

God wants you and your spouse to have an exciting sexual relationship. When you treat this area with honor and respect, you can experience intimacy the way God designed it for your marriage. John, Greg and Erin discuss the spiritual aspects of a sexual relationship.

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Advent Devotionals for Couples – Week 2: Advent Preparation and Waiting for Jesus

Though He came to earth already, we’re waiting for Jesus to return. Waiting is difficult but not passive. It should involve preparation.

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Making Your Marriage Happy Now and Later, Part 6

Celebrating your spouse shouldn’t just happen on anniversaries but as part of your everyday life. Through simple acts of kindness, your marriage can go to the next level. John, Greg and Erin talk discuss the importance of celebrating your spouse.

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Making Your Marriage Happy Now and Later, Part 5

A happy marriage is made up of two people serving each other. By seeking out opportunities to bless your special someone, you’ll find greater satisfaction than if you only chase happiness. John, Greg and Erin talk about ways to be a blessing to your spouse.

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Have a Couple’s Christmas

Remember you are a couple first and parents second. (Don’t let the kids have all the fun!) Here are a few tips to help you have a great couple’s Christmas.

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How to Restart Your Marriage

Has your relationship grown cold? Now is the perfect time for you and your spouse to reconnect and learn how to restart your marriage.

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Restoring Your Marriage After Infidelity, Part 5

Nothing cuts the soul like finding out your spouse has been unfaithful. If you or someone you know is there, you’ve come to a safe place. John, Greg and Erin share how there is hope for couples even after infidelity.

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Advent Devotionals for Couples – Week 1: Advent Hope

Focus on the Family invites you and your spouse to celebrate Advent. To pause from the hectic pace of the holiday season and remember those who waited for God’s promised Son, to hope in His Word and to rest in His love.

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Does Marriage Help You Live Longer?

Married individuals … experience less stress and emotional pathology than their unmarried counterparts.