In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine explore how the pressures of raising children don’t create new marriage problems but instead expose the ones that were already there. From communication breakdowns and unmet expectations to unresolved conflict and differing parenting styles, this episode helps couples understand why parenting stress often amplifies tension in marriage. More importantly, they give hope-filled encouragement to help couples address the root issues, strengthen their connection, and build a healthier marriage while navigating the demands of parenthood.

Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora talk openly about keeping your marriage a priority while raising children. They discuss how marriage shifted from romance to parental leadership—and why that’s not a loss, but a calling.

Together, they walk couples through four essential areas as lover and leaders:

• Marriage is first
• Parenting reveals marriage
• The kids are really watching
• Choosing each other in every season

This episode is filled with practical questions, prudent insight, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse balance marriage and parenting.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a loving marriage while leading kids, this episode is just for you.

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Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025.

"I would like to personally congratulate you as your podcast, The Favorite Marriage has been selected by our panelist as one of the Top 35 Marriage Podcasts on the web." - Anuj Agarwal Founder of Feedspot. https://blog.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/

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In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty & Jeannine talk about the power of mapping out your marriage for the year ahead. Marriages don’t drift on purpose—they drift when there’s no clear vision or direction. In just five minutes, you’ll gain simple clarity to help you be intentional about where your marriage is headed.

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Conflict is bound to happen in your marriage. But what matters is how you handle it. If you learn to handle conflict well, you can grow closer. In this 5-Minute Friday of The Favorite Marriage podcast, Monty and Jeannine address common mistakes couples make in trying to manage conflict. Sadly, many couples never learn how to deal with issues. They live their lives in a constant stream of unhealthy conflict resolution. It's important to know the really bad ways to resolve conflict so you don’t repeat them in your marriage.

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What if your marriage didn’t just drift into 2026—but moved forward with intention?

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora introduce a powerful marriage tool called The Marriage Map—a practical and faith-filled way for couples to plan their year together on purpose. Just like any journey, a healthy marriage needs direction, alignment, and a shared destination.

Together, we walk couples through four essential areas every marriage must map out:

• Spiritual – Growing closer to God together, not just individually
• Emotional – Strengthening connection, communication, and trust
• Physical / Relational – Prioritizing time, intimacy, and friendship
• Financial – Creating unity, clarity, and peace around money

This episode is filled with practical questions, prudent insight, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse get on the same page and move into 2026 with confidence.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a marriage with vision, direction, and purpose—this episode is your roadmap.

🎧 Tune in and start mapping your favorite marriage.

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"I would like to personally congratulate you as your podcast, The Favorite Marriage has been selected by our panelist as one of the Top 35 Marriage Podcasts on the web." - Anuj Agarwal Founder of Feedspot. https://blog.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/

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In this 5-Minute Friday,Monty and Jeannine talk honestly about navigating transitions in marriage and recognizing when it’s time to pivot and move in a new direction—together. Whether you’re facing a career shift, empty-nesting, spiritual growth, health changes, or emotional disconnect, transitions can either strengthen your marriage or slowly pull you apart.

This episode will help you discern when to hold steady, when to adjust your course, and how to walk confidently into your next season together.

🎧 Perfect for couples asking: “What season are we in—and where is God leading us next?”

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Welcome back to The Favorite Marriage Podcast with Monty and Jeannine Mora. In this special seasonal episode, Monty and Jeannine invite couples to experience what they call an ADVENTurous Marriage—one that intentionally embraces the sacred rhythms of Advent within married life. As the world rushes toward Christmas, this conversation gently calls couples to slow down, wait well, and prepare their hearts together.

Through the lens of Advent, Monty and Jeannine take a meaningful deep dive into the four timeless themes of the season—hope, peace, joy, and love—and explore how each one strengthens, restores, and anchors a healthy marriage. From learning how to hold onto hope in hard seasons, to cultivating peace at home, choosing joy in the everyday moments, and allowing love to lead, this episode offers practical encouragement wrapped in spiritual truth.

Celebrating Advent as a married couple can be one of the most spiritually intimate and connecting practices you share—creating space not only for Christ, but also for one another.

So grab a warm drink, settle in, and join Monty and Jeannine as they unwrap the gift of Advent—and discover how slowing down, waiting together, and welcoming Jesus into the season can make this Advent—and your marriage—brighter than ever.

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As the holiday season approaches, it’s more than just twinkling lights, family gatherings, and festive traditions—it’s a powerful invitation to slow down and notice the blessings right in front of us. And one of the greatest blessings we often overlook? Our marriage.

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine dive into the transformative power of gratitude and how it can strengthen your relationship in ways big and small.

They explore:
✨ Why gratitude is more than a feeling—it’s a practice
✨ How expressing appreciation rewires the emotional climate of your marriage
✨ Simple, everyday ways couples can show thankfulness
✨ How gratitude can diffuse conflict, increase connection, and create joy
✨ Stories from their own 30-year journey and the lessons they’re still learning

Whether your marriage is thriving, surviving, or somewhere in between, gratitude has the power to soften hearts, shift perspectives, and remind you both of the beauty God has placed in your relationship.

So grab a warm drink, settle in, and join Monty and Jeannine as they unwrap the gift of gratitude—and discover how being thankful can make this season (and your marriage) brighter than ever.

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