An addiction to porn creates a cycle of shame. Mark Makinney shares with Jim Daly about how he struggled with porn for decades. His wife Rosie then brings up an ultimatum she gave Mark that inspired him to quit pornography. Also, John and the Smalley's will share why wives don't need to blame themselves if their husband is struggling with lust

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Porn addiction is hurting millions of people across the globe. If you're struggling with it today, we want to help you get on the road to recovery. Jim Daly chats with Mark and Rosie Makinney about how porn negatively impacted their marriage. Then, John and the Smalley's provide some first steps couples can take to eliminate pornography from their home.

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When was the last time you paused, and thanked God for the spouse you have? Jim Daly and Pastor Ted Cunningham encourage couples to stop and savor the moments with your family, even if they're stressful. Also, John and the Smalley's discuss why slowing down can help you enjoy your marriage.

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Laughing, Loving, and Lasting with Your Spouse

Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage

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Have you ever been so stressed out, that you said something to your spouse you regretted? Greg tells Erin and John about a time he got overly stressed, and what he learned from it. Plus, Jim Daly and Pastor Ted Cunningham address how stress is actually rooted in our disappointed expectations.

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Did you and your spouse experience love at first sight, or were you friends for years before falling in love? Your story matters to God and to each other. Ashley and Dave Willis tell Jim Daly about how they met in college. Also, John and Erin will encourage couples to remember their love story.

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Reaching Out to Reconnect with Your Spouse

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When it comes to sex in marriage, it's important to show your spouse grace. Jim Daly talks to David Gudgel about he and his wife worked through a misunderstanding regarding physical intimacy. Also, John and the Smalley's address that many couples struggle with sex, and why prioritizing friendship helps with physical intimacy.

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Romance and Intimacy

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When a couple is dating, it's important to protect your relationship from sexual temptation. Jim Daly talks with Safa and Tovares Grey about why, "how far is too far?" is the wrong question. Plus, John and the Smalley's share about the need to have sexual integrity in a dating relationship.

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Busting 10 Christian Dating Myths

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In the dating phase, what are good qualities to look for in a spouse? John asks the Smalley's about ways they encouraged their kids to search for a godly spouse. Also, Jim Daly asks social media influencers, Tovares and Safa Grey, on why dating is a great time to examine someone's character.

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