• Contract vs. a Covenant Mindset
    Apr 30 2026

    What's the difference between a contract vs. a covenant type of love? Dr. Greg Smalley answers that question. Then, Jim Daly talks with Dr. Gary Chapman on what real commitment in your marriage looks like. At the end, Erin and John will share what you can do if you're in a tough spot as a couple.

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    Hope Restored

    Finding New Ways to Thrive in Your Marriage

    Counseling Consultation and Referrals

    Navigating Marriage Expectations When Marriage Isn’t How You Thought It Would Be

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    9 min
  • Praying Through the Tougher Times
    Apr 28 2026

    Prayer is one of the key ingredients to helping you experience a deeper relationship with your mate. Kathi Lipp joins Jim Daly to discuss the difference prayer can make in your marriage. Also, Erin Smalley shares about couples she's seen persevere through serious challenges by relying on God.

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    Focus on Marriage Assessment

    Bringing Purpose and Power to Your Prayer Life

    Counseling Consultation and Referrals

    Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus

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    9 min
  • If You Aren’t Doing Well Spiritually
    Apr 23 2026

    Most couples go through a season where you're not connecting like you want. Erin Smalley addresses how spiritual connection matters, and that a lot of couples are struggling in this area. Plus, Jim Daly and Debra Fileta give some thoughts for getting on the same page spiritually again.

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    Focus on Marriage Assessment

    Loving Your Spouse Through the Seasons of Marriage

    Counseling Consultation and Referrals

    Conversation Starters for Date Nights

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    11 min
  • Keeping Attraction Alive
    Apr 21 2026

    When you fell in love, was it love at first sight, or did attraction grow with time? Jim Daly and Debra Fileta address how a person can fall in love with their mate, and enjoy the spring season of marriage. Also, Erin and Greg Smalley will address why taking care of yourself is good for your relationship

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    Loving Your Spouse Through the Seasons of Marriage

    Spring: Is Your Relationship Growing?

    God’s Plan for Marriage

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    11 min
  • Are You Facing Spiritual Warfare?
    Apr 16 2026

    How do you know if you're facing spiritual warfare? Dr. Tim Muehlhoff and his wife Noreen joined Jim Daly to discuss 5 real signs that you're actually under a spiritual attack. Also, Greg and Erin open up about times they persevered when they tempted to be discouraged.

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    Hope Restored

    The Spiritual Battle for Your Marriage

    Counseling Consultation and Referrals

    Is This a Spiritual Attack, or Is My Spouse Just a Jerk?

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    13 min
  • Financial Unity Honors God
    Apr 14 2026

    If you're not on the same page financially, please know, you aren't the only couple facing that tension. Greg Smalley shares how many couples actually have a serious disagreement regarding finances. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn about how you can get on the same page with money.

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    Focus on Marriage Assessment

    Game Changing Marriage and Money Insights

    End Daily Disagreements About Money

    Money Choices That Couples Need to Make in Every Season of Marriage

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    13 min
  • You’re Not Your Spouse’s Holy Spirit
    Apr 9 2026

    What if you took a second to pray for your spouse before criticizing him or her? Jim Daly joins Ron and Deb DeArmond on why you cannot be your spouse's Holy Spirit. They also tell a beautiful story of how Ron proposed to her again decades after they'd gotten married. Then, Erin explains why it's good to remind your mate, "you're still the one."

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    Making Daily Choices to Love Your Spouse

    Choosing to Love Your Spouse

    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage

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    9 min
  • Starting with Prayer
    Apr 7 2026

    How do you and your spouse pray together? Greg and Erin Smalley open up about what Bible verses they pray over each other. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Ryan and Selena Frederick on how The Lord's Prayer from the New Testament can be a good prayer outline for you and your spouse.

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    Making Prayer a Priority in Your Marriage

    What Research Says About Couples Who Pray Together

    How Prayer Can Lead to Deeper Intimacy in Your Marriage

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    10 min