Episodes

Staying Healthy in the Midlife
May 18, 2026

Staying Healthy in the Midlife

The midlife years of marriage are filled with changes, but can also be very rich. Lisa-Jo Baker joins Jim and Jean Daly to address some of the ways she had to adjust to the middle years of life. Then, Greg Smalley opens up ab...
Vulnerability is Healthy
May 13, 2026

Vulnerability is Healthy

Does it feel like conflict sets your marriage back instead of making it stronger? Erin opens up about how her and Greg struggled to get along early on in their marriage. Then, Jim Daly chats with two couples - Milan and Kay Y...
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Spouses
May 11, 2026

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Spouses

When have you last examined your own flaws instead of fixating on your spouse's? Greg describes how distressed couples have a tendency to focus too much on their mate's issues instead of their own. Plus, Les and Leslie Parrot...
When the Perfect Storm Comes
May 6, 2026

When the Perfect Storm Comes

Most couples go through a season where you're overwhelmed by many challenges all at once. How do you persevere? Greg explains about a time where he and Erin felt like they went through the perfect storm. You'll also hear Jim ...
3 Rs for a Deeper Relationship
May 4, 2026

3 Rs for a Deeper Relationship

How are you being intentional to make your marriage better? Rhonda Stoppe and Jim Daly will encourage you with 3 Rs - remember, repent, return. Also, John, Erin and Greg bring up how to respond well if your spouse is caught i...
Contract vs. a Covenant Mindset
April 29, 2026

Contract vs. a Covenant Mindset

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 an...
Praying Through the Tougher Times
April 27, 2026

Praying Through the Tougher Times

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 couple...
If You Aren’t Doing Well Spiritually
April 22, 2026

If You Aren’t Doing Well Spiritually

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 ...
Keeping Attraction Alive
April 20, 2026

Keeping Attraction Alive

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 Gre...
Are You Facing Spiritual Warfare?
April 15, 2026

Are You Facing Spiritual Warfare?

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 per...
Financial Unity Honors God
April 13, 2026

Financial Unity Honors God

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 Je...
You’re Not Your Spouse’s Holy Spirit
April 8, 2026

You’re Not Your Spouse’s Holy Spirit

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 ...
Starting with Prayer
April 6, 2026

Starting with Prayer

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 c...
4 Big Decisions
April 1, 2026

4 Big Decisions

What if a small choice could have a tremendous impact on your marriage? Jim Daly has a conversation with Arlene Pellicane on 4 choices you can make to have a better relationship. At the end, Greg and Erin will give some thoug...
Take Time to Talk
March 31, 2026

Take Time to Talk

Is there a certain amount of time that you have to spend with your spouse on a daily basis? Greg Smalley gives some research-backed information on the right amount of time couples should talk to each other. Also, Jim Daly ask...
Don’t Settle for Control or Manipulation
March 26, 2026

Don’t Settle for Control or Manipulation

We all have times of conflict, but what if it feels like your spouse is being controlling or manipulative? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Ron Welch and his wife Jan, who overcame control issues in their own marriage. Plus, John and ...
Don’t Pretend, Move Forward
March 24, 2026

Don’t Pretend, Move Forward

Does it feel hard to forgive your spouse when he or she has hurt you? Jim Daly joins Dr. Randy Schroeder to explain why forgiving your mate is necessary for a healthy marriage. Then, John and Greg will encourage you to focus ...
“What I’m Hearing You Say Is …”
March 19, 2026

“What I’m Hearing You Say Is …”

We've all had moments where we misunderstood our spouse. Greg opens up about some of the ways he's not understood things Erin has said. Then, Jim Daly joins Rob and Gina Flood, who give some practical ways you can clarify a m...
3 Questions to Make Your Marriage Better
March 17, 2026

3 Questions to Make Your Marriage Better

It's easy to play blame-games in your marriage, but it's better to ask yourself some hard questions. Greg Smalley opens up about some times where he got honest with himself. Then, Dr. Gary Chapman joins Jim Daly to share how ...
When a Wife Encourages Her Man
March 12, 2026

When a Wife Encourages Her Man

One of the most powerful things a wife can do is encourage her husband. Ann Wilson and her husband Dave talk to Jim Daly about a time where she chose to speak words of life into Dave's heart. Also, Greg opens up about how mea...
Laugh When Things Go Wrong
March 10, 2026

Laugh When Things Go Wrong

When was the last time you and your spouse laughed at something? Ted Cunningham sits down with Jim Daly to share a few times he and his wife Amy have found reasons to laugh together. You'll also hear from Greg and Erin about ...
“What Happened to the Person I Married?”
March 5, 2026

“What Happened to the Person I Married?”

Most couples go through a tough season where you wonder, "What happened to the honeymoon phase?" Greg Smalley shares some statistics on how many couples are actually struggling today. Also, Jim Daly speaks with Jay Payleitner...
Overcome Loneliness by Talking
March 3, 2026

Overcome Loneliness by Talking

We're living in a lonely generation today. Dr. Heather Holleman and her husband Ashley join Jim Daly to address the dangers of isolation and how to form warm connections. Then, John asks Erin Smalley about how you can reconne...
Let Go of Control, Open Your Heart
Feb. 26, 2026

Let Go of Control, Open Your Heart

Being successful in marriage sometimes looks like letting go of unrealistic expectations and striving for real connection. Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink talk with Jim Daly about a few adjustments they made in their own co...