Episodios

  • Sexual Issues & Erasing Shame
    Sep 25 2025

    The statistics on how many Christian men are viewing porn regularly are very sad. Jim Daly talks with Sherri Mueller and Erin Smalley on how sexual sin is having negative consequences on young people. Also, John and the Smalley's offer hope to people who are feeling shame over past sexual sin.

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    Pursuing Intimacy with a Reluctant Husband

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    How Important is Sex in a Marriage

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    11 m
  • Enjoying Physical Intimacy Regularly
    Sep 23 2025

    In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul encourages couples to not go too long without physical intimacy. Jim Daly talks to Erin Smalley and Sherri Mueller on why it matters for a couple to not neglect sex in marriage. Then, Dr. Greg Smalley encourages families to talk about sex in healthy ways.

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    Pursuing Intimacy with a Reluctant Husband

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    How Important is Sex in a Marriage

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    12 m
  • Don’t Play the Blame Game
    Sep 18 2025

    When you're upset, one of the worst things you can do is fixate too much on blaming your spouse. Dr. Greg Smalley shares a story about a time he snapped at Erin, and how he learned from it. Plus, Jim Daly joins Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde on why it's important to not give your spouse too much power over how you feel.

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    Empowered to Love: Discovering Your God-Given Power to Create a Marriage You Both Love

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    12 m
  • When a Button is Pushed, and Self Care
    Sep 16 2025

    How do you respond well when one of your buttons gets pushed in marriage? Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde talk with Jim Daly about examining the reasons why your buttons get pushed. Also, John Fuller asks Erin Smalley about how couples can practice effective types of self-care.

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    Empowered to Love: Discovering Your God-Given Power to Create a Marriage You Both Love

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    12 m
  • When a Friend Calls You Out
    Sep 11 2025

    Having supportive friends is one of the best ways to keep your marriage strong. Jim Turner tells Jim Daly a story about a time a friend called him out on something. Plus, Erin Smalley shares what women need from friends who love them.

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    Dealing with Emotional Disconnection in Marriage

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    Humility In Marital Conflict Makes A Difference

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    9 m
  • Emotional Distance in Marriage
    Sep 9 2025

    Allowing your spouse to share their feelings is one of the best ways to make your marriage safe. Jim Turner and Jim Daly talk about how men tend to compartmentalize their emotions. Also, John and the Smalley's will give some ideas on how to make sure you and your spouse are connecting frequently.

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    Dealing with Emotional Disconnection in Marriage

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    Humility In Marital Conflict Makes A Difference

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    14 m
  • Good Sex is the Result of Commitment
    Aug 28 2025

    The best sex is many times the end result of staying committed to your spouse. Jim Daly talks to Sherri Mueller about why sex can get better with time in your marriage. Then, Erin Smalley shares about how your marriage can still be great, even if you're in a season where you and your spouse can't have sex.

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    Pursuing Intimacy with a Reluctant Husband

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    The Best Way to Deal with Mismatched Libidos in Your Marriage

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    9 m
  • A Few Minutes of Intentionality
    Sep 4 2025

    What if a small change in your marriage made the biggest difference? Jay and Laura Laffoon talk about how 15 minutes of uninterrupted conversation has helped couples they've worked with. Then, the Smalley's talk about simple ways you can make your spouse feel appreciated.

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    Practical Ways to Celebrate Your Marriage

    6 Tools for Healthy Communication in Marriage

    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage

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    12 m