In today’s 5-Minute Friday, we’re diving into a truth every couple needs to hear: your differences aren’t the problem—your perspective is.

Whether it's how you show love, handle stress, manage money, or fold towels, it’s easy to see your spouse’s differences as obstacles. But what if those exact traits were the key to deeper connection?

Join us for a quick but powerful reframe on how to stop trying to fix your partner’s quirks and start appreciating what they bring to the relationship. You’ll learn:

✅ Why opposites really do attract (and how to make it work)
✅ A one-sentence mindset shift that instantly reduces frustration
✅ A challenge you can do this weekend to build more appreciation

5 minutes. One powerful perspective shift. A better marriage.

Are you an iPhone lover married to a die-hard Samsung fan? In this engaging episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine dive into the relatable and often humorous topic of being in a "mixed-phone marriage" — and how it reflects deeper personality and communication differences in marriage.

Using the iPhone vs. Samsung analogy, they explore how couples can navigate marital differences, from tech preferences to how we think, speak, and respond to life’s challenges. Just like iOS and Android, partners can be equally powerful yet completely different — and that’s not a bad thing.

Listeners will learn:

• How to embrace personality differences in relationships

• Why understanding your partner’s perspective is key to a healthy marriage

• How to leverage your unique strengths as a couple

• Why “not wrong, just different” is a powerful mindset for marital success

This episode is perfect for couples who want to strengthen their relationship by learning how to communicate across differences, whether in habits, personalities, or preferences. Tune in and discover how respecting differences can lead to a more connected, resilient partnership.

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In this powerful 5-Minute Friday episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Alan and Anna Patterson speak directly to pastors and business leaders who often find themselves pouring everything into ministry or business—while unintentionally sidelining their marriage and family.

If you've ever felt the tension between your calling and your closest relationships, you're not alone. This short but impactful episode offers heartfelt encouragement and practical wisdom for realigning your priorities without compromising your purpose. Don't miss this timely reminder that your marriage doesn't have to suffer while pursuing your your mission or business.

In this heartfelt 5-minute episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, we dive into the often unspoken wounds that couples carry—emotional injuries that slowly erode intimacy, trust, and oneness. Whether caused by past betrayals and wounds, misunderstandings, or unhealed trauma, these emotional wounds can quietly shape the way we love and prevent us from implementing "winning plays" in our marriage. Tune in as we explore simple, powerful steps toward healing within marriage—how to recognize emotional injuries, create a safe space for vulnerability, and rebuild emotional connection. It's time to stop avoiding the pain and start healing together.

What does it take to run winning plays in your marriage?
In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, hosts Monty and Jeannine sit down with Alan and Anna Patterson, founders of Winning Marriage. Married at just 17, Alan and Anna have navigated decades of highs and lows, turning trials into triumphs. They open up about their powerful journey—overcoming pain, building resilience, and discovering a shared purpose. Tune in as they share the essential strategies that helped them thrive as a couple, and learn how to create your own "Power Couple Playbook" filled with winning plays for a stronger, more purposeful relationship.

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Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2024.

"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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What does a lifeless marriage have in common with Good Friday? 🖤 On this powerful episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine dive deep into the raw emotions of Good Friday—the day hope seemed lost—and draw a surprising parallel to seasons in marriage that feel dry, distant, or even dead.

They unpack the overlooked moment when soldiers gambled for Christ’s clothing... and challenge couples to stop gambling with what’s sacred. If your marriage feels like it's on the brink, this message is for you. There’s purpose in the pause. There’s hope in the waiting. #GoodFriday #MarriageMatters #FaithAndMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast

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Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 35 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2024.

"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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Statistics reveal that nearly 50% of pastor’s children walk away from their faith as they transition into adulthood. A common misconception is that if a pastor has a strong relationship with God, his children will naturally follow suit. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. So, what can pastors do to protect their children from drifting away from their faith when they grow older?

In this week's 5-Minute Friday, Alan and Anna Patterson share the heart-wrenching story of their daughter, who once battled drug addiction. Through their trials, they found strength in unity and perseverance.

Key Takeaway:

Make your children an integral part of your life and ministry. Invest time, energy, and emotional resources into your kids, ensuring they never feel secondary to the demands of ministry..

How can couples gain a winning advantage in their marriage? In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine are joined by Alan and Anna Patterson, founders of Victory Life Church and the Winning Marriage. Having married at just 17, Alan and Anna share their incredible journey of overcoming pain, embracing perseverance, and finding purpose together. With heartfelt insight, they reveal the keys to building a thriving marriage and offer practical tips for creating your very own “Power Couple Playbook.” Tune in for a deeply inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, vulnerability, and actionable strategies to help you and your spouse create a winning marriage.

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Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2024.

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