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Oct. 30, 2025

The Words You Say to Your Mate

The Words You Say to Your Mate
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Do your words encourage or tear down your spouse? Jim Daly speaks to Jay and Laura Laffoon on how they've learned to be more encouraging to each other. Then, Erin Smalley gives some pointers for the person who recognizes they need to be a better encourager to their mate.

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