The Favorite Marriage

Are you thinking about divorce? Before you make a final decision, this powerful conversation offers hope, honesty, and practical insight for couples walking through pain, betrayal, and disconnection.On this special episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine join Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage at the Focus on the Family studios for a deeply transparent conversation about fighting for your marriage when everything feels broken.Together, they unpack the difficult realities of rebuilding trust after infidelity, navigating shame, processing resentment, and learning how to heal after emotional wounds. Monty and Jeannine also share their personal story as a young pastoral couple facing a major marital crisis marked by unhealthy priorities, personal struggles, emotional distance, and even suicidal thoughts.Through raw honesty and biblical encouragement, this episode highlights the life-changing importance of communication, counseling, accountability, and individual healing in the journey toward marital restoration. If your marriage feels strained, disconnected, or on the brink, this conversation will remind you that restoration is possible and that healing often begins with one honest step forward.Whether you listen with your spouse or share it with someone walking through a difficult season, this episode is filled with hope, wisdom, and practical encouragement for couples who refuse to give up.✅ Topics:​Taking divorce off the table​Healing from betrayal, burnout, and ministry overload​How to stop seeing yourself as a failure​Why individual healing matters before marriage healing​The power of mentorship and vulnerability​Giving your marriage a second chance with God's helpResources:Hope Restored Marriage Intensives: ⁠https://bit.ly/3GWcNBL⁠Marriage Counseling Referrals: ⁠https://bit.ly/4cncOKw⁠Monty & Jeannine’s Podcast, The Favorite Marriage: ⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Podcast: ⁠https://bit.ly/4fvCl4r⁠More Marriage Help: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yz0eRQ⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/⁠#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #focusonthefamily⁠ ⁠#focusonthefamilymarriage⁠ ⁠#MarriageCrisis⁠ ⁠#ChristianMarriage⁠ ⁠#HopeRestored⁠ ⁠#MarriageRestoration⁠ ⁠#GregAndErinSmalley⁠ ⁠#MarriageHealing⁠ ⁠#HelpingYourFamilyThriveInChrist

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine unpack the root causes of distance in your mnarriage.Distance in marriage rarely happens overnight. It’s often a slow drift caused by unresolved hurt, poor communication, and the constant distraction of technology. What once felt close and connected can slowly begin to feel quiet, routine, and emotionally disconnected.In just 5 minutes, Monty and Jeannine unpack 3 root causes that can create distance in a marriage:Unresolved conflict that quietly builds emotional wallsPoor communication that leaves couples feeling unheardTechnology distractions that steal attention and connectionYou’ll also walk away with practical encouragement to help move your marriage from drifting apart to intentionally reconnecting.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #DistanceInMarriage #MarriageGoals #MarriagePitfalls #NationalMarriageWeek #GodsFavorOnYourForever #MarriagePodcast #MarriageHelp #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #CouplesCommunication #HealthyMarriage #MarriageMatters #RelationshipAdvice #LoveAndMarriage #MarriageGoals #EmotionalDistance #DisconnectedMarriage #FeelingAloneInMarriage #MarriageStruggles #ReconnectInMarriage #MarriageCommunication #FixYourMarriage #RestoreIntimacy #CloserTogether #MarriageHealing

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine talk about the reasons why couples drift apart. What once felt close, connected, and full of life… can begin to drift into something quieter… more routine… even lonely.And for many couples… that distance doesn’t just hurt… it can feel heavier than conflict itself.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #DistanceInMarriage #MarriageGoals #MarriagePitfalls #NationalMarriageWeek #GodsFavorOnYourForever #MarriagePodcast #MarriageHelp #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #CouplesCommunication #HealthyMarriage #MarriageMatters #RelationshipAdvice #LoveAndMarriage #MarriageGoals #EmotionalDistance #DisconnectedMarriage #FeelingAloneInMarriage #MarriageStruggles #ReconnectInMarriage #MarriageCommunication #FixYourMarriage #RestoreIntimacy #CloserTogether #MarriageHealing

Distance in marriage doesn’t usually happen overnight—it’s a slow drift. What once felt close, connected, and full of life can begin to feel quiet, routine, and even lonely. And for many couples, the pain of distance can feel heavier than conflict.In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine unpack the real reasons couples grow apart - from unresolved hurt and poor communication to busyness, technology, and the loss of friendship.More importantly, they share practical, faith-centered ways to reconnect, rebuild emotional closeness, and reignite intimacy in your marriage.If you’ve ever felt like roommates instead of partners…If conversations feel surface-level…If connection has been replaced with distance…This episode will give you hope, clarity, and simple next steps to move back toward each other.Because what drifts apart can be intentionally drawn back together.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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://podcast.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #DistanceInMarriage #MarriageGoals #MarriagePitfalls #NationalMarriageWeek #GodsFavorOnYourForever #MarriagePodcast #MarriageHelp #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #CouplesCommunication #HealthyMarriage #MarriageMatters #RelationshipAdvice #LoveAndMarriage #MarriageGoals #EmotionalDistance #DisconnectedMarriage #FeelingAloneInMarriage #MarriageStruggles #ReconnectInMarriage #MarriageCommunication #FixYourMarriage #RestoreIntimacy #CloserTogether #MarriageHealing

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine unpack a question every spouse has wrestled with at some point: Why am I so angry? What if the anger you’re feeling—or the anger you’re experiencing from your spouse—isn’t the real issue, but a signal pointing to something deeper?They explore how anger often reveals hidden hurt—unspoken pain, unmet expectations, and wounds that haven’t fully healed. Instead of simply reacting to the surface emotion, Monty and Jeannine help couples begin to recognize what’s really going on beneath the frustration.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #Anger #hiddenhurtinmarriage #MarriageGoals #AngerandMarriage #BiblicalMarriage #GodsFavorOnYourForever #ManagingExpectations

Anger shows up in more ways than we often realize in marriage, and every couple will face it at some point. The question is, what do we do when it does?In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty & Jeannine tackle a question every spouse has asked: “Why is my spouse so angry?” While anger may seem loud and obvious, its impact can be subtle—quietly eroding connection, trust, and intimacy if left unaddressed.Together, they unpack some of the most common root causes behind anger in marriage:• Hidden Hurt – Anger is often just the surface; underneath is unspoken pain.• Stress & Overload – When life feels heavy, anger can become emotional overflow.• Lack of Control – Sometimes anger is an attempt to regain a sense of control in overwhelming situations.If anger has ever crept into your relationship (and it has for all of us), this episode offers practical insight and biblical encouragement to help you shift from self-centered reactions to Christ-centered responses.Because a healthy marriage isn’t one without anger—it’s one that knows how to handle it with grace, truth, and love.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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://podcast.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #MarriagePitfalls #NationalMarriageWeek #GodsFavorOnYourForever

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine explain how unrealistic, unspoken, and rigid personal expectations damage marriages by creating resentment, causing constant disappointment, and promoting impossible standards for a partner to meet. When individuals expect their spouse to be perfect or fulfill all their needs, it leads to conflict and hides the relationship's strength.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #MarriageGoals #DateNightChallenge #BiblicalMarriage #GodsFavorOnYourForever #ManagingExpectations

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine unpack the idea of selfishness in marriage. Selfishness has an underlying issue, and trying to understand the root cause can provide a different perspective and a positive way forward to a healthy marriage.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #MarriageGoals #DateNightChallenge #BiblicalMarriage #GodsFavorOnYourForever

The greatest enemy to marriages is selfishness. Every couple at some point in their marriage will experience some form of selfishness. In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast Monty & Jeannine ask a question every spouse has asked - "Why is my spouse so selfish?" Every couple encounters it at some point, and when it shows up, it can quietly erode connection, trust, and intimacy.Monty and Jeannine unpack three common root causes of selfishness in marriage:Distorted expectations – when our assumptions about marriage don’t match reality.Hidden resentment – when unresolved hurt begins shaping our behavior.Parental modeling – when the patterns we witnessed growing up influence how we treat our spouse.But the conversation doesn’t stop with the problem. They also share the powerful antidote to selfishness: Agape love—the kind of selfless, sacrificial love that strengthens marriages and reflects God’s design.If selfishness has ever crept into your relationship (and it has for all of us), this episode will give you practical insight and biblical encouragement to help you move from self-centered living to Christ-centered loving.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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://podcast.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #MarriagePitfalls #NationalMarriageWeek #GodsFavorOnYourForever

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine sit down with Jeff Anderson to talk about the importance of returning to God’s original design for marriage. In a culture with many competing ideas about relationships, they discuss why rediscovering the Biblical foundation for marriage can bring strength, clarity, and lasting love.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #MarriageGoals #DateNightChallenge #BiblicalMarriage #GodsFavorOnYourForever

“There can be no intimacy—emotional intimacy, spiritual intimacy, physical intimacy—without vulnerability.”  - Brene Brown.In this 5-Minute Friday, we share a Marriage Motivation on the topic of being vulnerable. Vulnerability is one of the most strongest qualities in marriage. When a couple leans into the practice of being vulnerable, they will discover a lasting intimacy - emotionally, spiritually, and sexually. Vulnerability is not weakness, it's a strength. Vulnerability is scary and often takes a "shaky courage" to show up for your spouse and let them see you for who you really are. 🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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://podcast.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #Vulnerability #GodsFavorOnYourForever

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast Monty & Jeannine were guests on Crosswalk Colorado Springs radio show (100.7 Way FM) with Jeff Anderson. In light of National Marriage Week, they discussed how to avoid two pitfalls in marriage.1. The Performance Trap2. The Comparison TrapIf you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a loving marriage, this episode is just for you.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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://podcast.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #MarriagePitfalls #NationalMarriageWeek #GodsFavorOnYourForever #DateNightChallenge

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine unpack two essential date nights every couple should intentionally build into their marriage. First, the Fun Date—a time to laugh, play, and simply enjoy being together again. Then, the Romantic Date—a more intentional space to rekindle passion, deepen emotional connection, and nurture physical intimacy.If your marriage has slipped into routine mode, this quick conversation will give you practical clarity on how both types of dates work together to keep love vibrant, playful, and deeply connected.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #MarriageGoals #DateNightChallenge #MarriageandDating #GodsFavorOnYourForever #Dating

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast Monty & Jeannine were guests on Crosswalk Colorado Springs radio show (100.7 Way FM) with Jeff Anderson. They share creative ways how couples can make Valentine's Day even better. They invite couples to the 3 Date Night Challenges:1. The Fun Date2. The Romantic Date3. The Communication DateIf you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a loving marriage and exciting date night ideas, this episode is just for you.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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://podcast.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #ValentinesDay #MarriageandValentinesDay #GodsFavorOnYourForever #DateNightChallenge

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine get spicy as they talk about buying lingerie and feeling the pressure to perform. They also reveal a performance trap that couples fall into when planning for Valentine's Day.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #ValentinesDay #MarriageandValentinesDay #GodsFavorOnYourForever

Valentine's Day is a time to slow down the rush of life and celebrate your marriage and love. In this heartfelt episode of The Favorite Marriage, Monty and Jeannine discuss what married couples really want on Valentine’s Day, and some of it may surprise you. Valentine’s Day forces a moment to slow down and ask, “How are we really doing?”This episode also helps couples avoid the Valentine's Day Traps:1. The Trap of Performance - "Did I do enough?"2. The Trap of Comparison - "Their marriage is better than ours."If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a loving marriage, this episode is just for you.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #ValentinesDay #MarriageandValentinesDay #GodsFavorOnYourForever #LoversandLeaders

In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine dive into the realities of life in a blended family and the intentional work it takes to keep your marriage strong at the center. They unpack how humility, transparency, and shared grace can transform the tone of a blended home, strengthen your connection as a couple, and create a safer space for everyone involved. Whether you’re navigating step-parenting, merging family cultures, or simply trying to protect your marriage, this short conversation offers practical encouragement you can apply right away.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.#blendedfamily #parenting #marriageandparenting

In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine explore how the pressures of raising children don’t create new marriage problems but instead expose the ones that were already there. From communication breakdowns and unmet expectations to unresolved conflict and differing parenting styles, this episode helps couples understand why parenting stress often amplifies tension in marriage. More importantly, they give hope-filled encouragement to help couples address the root issues, strengthen their connection, and build a healthier marriage while navigating the demands of parenthood.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora talk openly about keeping your marriage a priority while raising children.  They discuss how marriage shifted from romance to parental leadership—and why that’s not a loss, but a calling.Together, they walk couples through four essential areas as lover and leaders:Marriage is firstParenting reveals marriage The kids are really watchingChoosing each other in every seasonThis episode is filled with practical questions, prudent insight, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse balance marriage and parenting.If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a loving marriage while leading kids, this episode is just for you.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #NewYearMarriage #GodsFavorOnYourForever #MarriageandParenting #LoversandLeaders

In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty & Jeannine talk about the power of mapping out your marriage for the year ahead. Marriages don’t drift on purpose—they drift when there’s no clear vision or direction. In just five minutes, you’ll gain simple clarity to help you be intentional about where your marriage is headed.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful message. A better marriage.#MarriageMap #TheFavoriteMarriage #MarriageGoals

Conflict is bound to happen in your marriage. But what matters is how you handle it. If you learn to handle conflict well, you can grow closer. In this 5-Minute Friday of The Favorite Marriage podcast, Monty and Jeannine address common mistakes couples make in trying to manage conflict. Sadly, many couples never learn how to deal with issues. They live their lives in a constant stream of unhealthy conflict resolution. It's important to know the really bad ways to resolve conflict so you don’t repeat them in your marriage.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful message. A better marriage.

What if your marriage didn’t just drift into 2026—but moved forward with intention?In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora introduce a powerful marriage tool called The Marriage Map—a practical and faith-filled way for couples to plan their year together on purpose. Just like any journey, a healthy marriage needs direction, alignment, and a shared destination.Together, we walk couples through four essential areas every marriage must map out:Spiritual – Growing closer to God together, not just individuallyEmotional – Strengthening connection, communication, and trustPhysical / Relational – Prioritizing time, intimacy, and friendshipFinancial – Creating unity, clarity, and peace around moneyThis episode is filled with practical questions, prudent insight, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse get on the same page and move into 2026 with confidence.If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a marriage with vision, direction, and purpose—this episode is your roadmap.🎧 Tune in and start mapping your favorite marriage.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode, and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRecent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2026. "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/The Favorite Marriage Podcast: https://thefavoritemarriage.comConnect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #TheMarriageMap #MarriageGoals #NewYearMarriage #GodsFavorOnYourForever

In this 5-Minute Friday,Monty and Jeannine talk honestly about navigating transitions in marriage and recognizing when it’s time to pivot and move in a new direction—together. Whether you’re facing a career shift, empty-nesting, spiritual growth, health changes, or emotional disconnect, transitions can either strengthen your marriage or slowly pull you apart.This episode will help you discern when to hold steady, when to adjust your course, and how to walk confidently into your next season together.🎧 Perfect for couples asking: “What season are we in—and where is God leading us next?”Just 5 minutes. One meaningful message. A better marriage.

Welcome back to The Favorite Marriage Podcast with Monty and Jeannine Mora. In this special seasonal episode, Monty and Jeannine invite couples to experience what they call an ADVENTurous Marriage—one that intentionally embraces the sacred rhythms of Advent within married life. As the world rushes toward Christmas, this conversation gently calls couples to slow down, wait well, and prepare their hearts together.Through the lens of Advent, Monty and Jeannine take a meaningful deep dive into the four timeless themes of the season—hope, peace, joy, and love—and explore how each one strengthens, restores, and anchors a healthy marriage. From learning how to hold onto hope in hard seasons, to cultivating peace at home, choosing joy in the everyday moments, and allowing love to lead, this episode offers practical encouragement wrapped in spiritual truth.Celebrating Advent as a married couple can be one of the most spiritually intimate and connecting practices you share—creating space not only for Christ, but also for one another.So grab a warm drink, settle in, and join Monty and Jeannine as they unwrap the gift of Advent—and discover how slowing down, waiting together, and welcoming Jesus into the season can make this Advent—and your marriage—brighter than ever.To order KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise, visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎉 Recent RecognitionThe Favorite Marriage Podcast was recognized as one of the Top Marriage Podcasts to Follow in 2025.“I would like to personally congratulate you as your podcast, The Favorite Marriage, has been selected by our panelists as one of the Top Marriage Podcasts on the web.”— Anuj Agarwal, Founder of Feedspot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blog.feedspot.com/marriage_podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🌐 The Favorite Marriage Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Connect With Us▶️ Follow Us:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #AdventAndMarriage #ChristianMarriage #FaithFilledMarriage #HealthyMarriage #WaitingWithHope #LoveCameDown

As the holiday season approaches, it’s more than just twinkling lights, family gatherings, and festive traditions—it’s a powerful invitation to slow down and notice the blessings right in front of us. And one of the greatest blessings we often overlook? Our marriage.In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine dive into the transformative power of gratitude and how it can strengthen your relationship in ways big and small.They explore:✨ Why gratitude is more than a feeling—it’s a practice✨ How expressing appreciation rewires the emotional climate of your marriage✨ Simple, everyday ways couples can show thankfulness✨ How gratitude can diffuse conflict, increase connection, and create joy✨ Stories from their own 30-year journey and the lessons they’re still learningWhether your marriage is thriving, surviving, or somewhere in between, gratitude has the power to soften hearts, shift perspectives, and remind you both of the beauty God has placed in your relationship.So grab a warm drink, settle in, and join Monty and Jeannine as they unwrap the gift of gratitude—and discover how being thankful can make this season (and your marriage) brighter than ever. Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #ThanksgivingandMarriage #HealthyMarriage #GratitudeInMarriage

In this 5-Minute Friday of The Favorite Marriage podcast, Monty and Jeannine discuss their favorite holiday traditions. They also include several "Holiday Tips" on how to split up the holiday time with family and friends. If you are newlyweds or been married for a while, having flexibility in your holiday plans will be important as your family expands. Just 5 minutes. One meaningful message. A better marriage.

Every couple has low points, high points, and turning points. In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora are interviewed by Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley from Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, where they share a very dark season of marriage where their love was tested and divorced seemed like the only option. They share about "the day", the turning point that redefined their journey.They remind couples that every marriage story includes:High points — when love feels effortless and strong.Low points — when struggles test your faith and unity.Turning points — when God uses challenges to bring transformation.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.Watch the entire video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z1vYlMhsGUw?si=i2qd28rRnt81ublO

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora open up a vulnerable conversation about financial secrecy in marriage — when one spouse hides spending out of fear, guilt, or the desire to avoid conflict.They discuss why couples sometimes keep money secrets, how it damages trust, and what it takes to rebuild openness and teamwork when finances have created distance. Drawing from both personal experiences and biblical truth, Monty and Jeannine remind listeners that honesty is more valuable than any purchase and that transparency leads to true intimacy.If money fears or secret spending have crept into your relationship, this episode will help you bring everything into the light — together.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.Watch the entire video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TFa4pNOZO7I?si=DBwgKrt2UmhL2XGK

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora get real about one of the most common causes of tension in marriage — money. From their early years of marriage, when paychecks were tight and emotions even tighter, Monty and Jeannine share how learning to live within a budget tested their patience, priorities, and partnership.They open up about their own budget battles — the overspending moments, the silent treatments after financial disagreements, and the turning point when they realized that money wasn’t the enemy — miscommunication was.This candid conversation explores:How financial stress can divide a couple if they don’t communicate.Why budgeting together builds unity and trust.Biblical wisdom on stewardship and contentment in marriage.Practical tools to manage money as a team, not as opponents.Whether you’ve been married a few months or a few years, this conversation will help you identify the subtle distractions that compete for your heart and guide you back to building a marriage that’s unshakable—one that thrives on love, unity, and God’s design.Watch the entire video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TFa4pNOZO7I?si=DBwgKrt2UmhL2XGKThis episode is perfect for: Newlyweds, engaged couples, or anyone who wants to revisit the lessons learned in those early years.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

Sadly, many marriages have broken down due to their inability to manage money. On this episode of The Favorite Marriage, Monty and Jeannine tackle one of the biggest marriage topics that can make or break a marriage: Money Talks! Having healthy conversations about money can make a marriage stronger and bring a sense of on unity. As you listen in, you'll learn about financial triggers and common many problems couples face. Plus, you'll hear some great ideas on how to become a healthy financial couple. ✅ Topics:​Healthy financial conversations​Communication and transparency​Joint or separate accounts​Boundaries with money, saving and spendingHonoring God with your resources​If you missed episode 69, Monty and Jeannine were guests on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley. "They are reaching millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family. " https://podcasts.focusonthefamily.com/show/focus-on-marriage-podcast/🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode — and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Favorite Marriage Podcast: ⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com⁠⁠Connect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/⁠⁠⁠⁠#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #MoneyandMarriage #HealthyMarriage #MoneyManagement

Every marriage stands or falls on the foundation it’s built upon. For many young married couples, the challenge isn’t a lack of love—it’s misaligned priorities. In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty & Jeannine Mora dive into how misplaced priorities can weaken connection, create hidden tension, and ultimately erode trust. You’ll hear real-life examples and practical steps to help you and your spouse realign your marriage around what matters most.Whether you’ve been married a few months or a few years, this conversation will help you identify the subtle distractions that compete for your heart and guide you back to building a marriage that’s unshakable—one that thrives on love, unity, and God’s design.Takeaway: When your priorities align, your foundation strengthens. Build wisely, so your marriage can weather any storm.Watch the entire video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z1vYlMhsGUw?si=i2qd28rRnt81ublOListen on audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6y2wQzKAQvEm8V40SCbWth?si=0dcdc3e53c504d3cApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crazy-little-thing-called-marriage/id1677343929?i=1000727912141This episode is perfect for: Newlyweds, engaged couples, or anyone who wants to revisit the lessons learned in those early years.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

The first few years of marriage can feel like both a honeymoon and a battlefield. You’re learning how to blend two lives, manage expectations, and build a foundation that lasts. In this episode of The Favorite Marriage, Monty and Jeannine get real about the struggles most couples face in the early years—and how to survive (and thrive) through them.From disagreements over finances and parenting responsibilities to navigating in-laws, intimacy, and communication breakdowns, Monty & Jeannine share personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical tools that helped them through their own early years of marriage.Whether you’re newlyweds or looking back at your early journey, this episode will give you hope, laughter, and encouragement that those first few bumps in the road don’t have to derail your love story.Watch the entire video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z1vYlMhsGUw?si=i2qd28rRnt81ublOListen on audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6y2wQzKAQvEm8V40SCbWth?si=0dcdc3e53c504d3cApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crazy-little-thing-called-marriage/id1677343929?i=1000727912141This episode is perfect for:Newlyweds, engaged couples, or anyone who wants to revisit the lessons learned in those early years.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

On this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine were guests on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley, at the Focus on The Family studio. They discussed overcoming crises in marriage, diving into the difficulties of rebuilding trust after infidelity, dealing with shame, and managing resentment.They also shared their personal journey from the early years as a young pastoral couple, through a major crisis involving misaligned priorities, personal struggles, and suicidal thoughts. Monty & Jeannine highlighted the importance of communication, seeking counseling, and prioritizing individual healing for the success of anyone's marital restoration.This is a great program to share with your spouse, or forward to anyone you know who may be in a rough patch in their marriage.Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z1vYlMhsGUw?si=Vf66CqMxGOaxLxLb✅ Topics:​Taking divorce off the table​Healing from betrayal, burnout, and ministry overload​How to stop seeing yourself as a failure​Why individual healing matters before marriage healing​The power of mentorship and vulnerability​Giving your marriage a second chance with God's helpResources:Hope Restored Marriage Intensives: https://bit.ly/3GWcNBLMarriage Counseling Referrals: https://bit.ly/4cncOKwMonty & Jeannine’s Podcast, The Favorite Marriage: https://thefavoritemarriage.comCrazy Little Thing Called Marriage Podcast: https://bit.ly/4fvCl4rMore Marriage Help: https://bit.ly/3Yz0eRQConnect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/#TheFavoriteMarriage #TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #focusonthefamily #focusonthefamilymarriage #MarriageCrisis #ChristianMarriage #HopeRestored #MarriageRestoration #GregAndErinSmalley #MarriageHealing #HelpingYourFamilyThriveInChrist

When was the last time you celebrated your marriage? In this 5-Minute Friday, we talk about the importance of slowing down and acknowledging those milestones in your marriage. There are 5 to 500 reasons to celebrate your marriage, you just have to look for them. If you made it another year of marriage, celebrate that. Celebrate your victories over the hard times. Celebrating your marriage can truly draw you and your spouse closer together. Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora unpack the power of three simple yet life-changing phrases every husband and wife need to hear regularly: “I love you,” “Forgive me,” and “Thank you.” These aren’t just everyday words — they are the building blocks of intimacy, trust, and connection in marriage.Discover how expressing love language, speaking words of forgiveness, and showing genuine gratitude can transform your relationship and create deeper emotional intimacy with your spouse. Whether you’ve been married one year or thirty, learning to speak these three phrases with authenticity and creativity can strengthen your bond and reignite your connection.Coming soon - Monty and Jeannine will be upcoming guests on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley. "They are reaching millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family. "https://podcasts.focusonthefamily.com/show/focus-on-marriage-podcast/🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode — and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the 40 Best Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Favorite Marriage podcast was also recognized as one of the Best Christian Marriage Podcasts. https://www.millionpodcasts.com/christian-marriage-podcasts/Connect with us on social media:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde -Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/

They say laughter is the best medicine—but in marriage, it’s also one of the strongest glues. In this episode of The Favorite Marriage, Monty and Jeannine explore how humor can strengthen your marriage, ease tension, and remind you not to take life—or each other—too seriously. From inside jokes to playful teasing, we’ll talk about the power of joy-filled moments and why couples who laugh together really do last together.We’ll share some of our own laugh-out-loud stories from 30 years of marriage, unpack how humor can turn conflict into connection, and offer practical ways to bring more laughter into your relationship. Because at the end of the day, joy isn’t just a bonus in marriage—it’s essential.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

One of the biggest misconceptions about marriage is that once you’ve made it through the wedding day - you say your “I do’s,” ride off into the sunset, and the rest just magically falls into place. The truth? Nothing could be further from reality. In this week's 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty & Jeannine explore this misconception.The wedding is a moment; marriage is a lifetime. Too often, couples spend more energy planning for that one day than they do preparing for the countless days that follow. But marriage isn’t sealed by a single “yes” at the altar—it’s sustained by the countless “yeses” you choose every single day. Each morning, you have the opportunity to recommit to your spouse—for better or worse, in the highs and the lows. That’s where the beauty of real love lives: in the daily choice to keep showing up, keep loving, and keep saying “I do,” over and over again. Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

On this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora share valuable lessons from their 30 years of marriage. With honesty, humor, and biblical wisdom, they reflect on the high points, the low points, and the turning points that shaped their journey together. Listeners will discover practical tools for communication, forgiveness, and intimacy. They also delve into the importance of honoring the marriage covenant when it has been broken. Whether you’re newlyweds or seasoned partners, this conversation will inspire you to keep growing, laughing, and building a marriage that lasts.Coming soon - Monty and Jeannine will be upcoming guests on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley. "They are reaching millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family. " https://podcasts.focusonthefamily.com/show/focus-on-marriage-podcast/🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode — and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde - Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/

Marriage isn’t built in a day—it’s built with the right tools. In this 5-Minute Friday episode, we unpack why date nights are essential for a healthy marriage and how they strengthen emotional connection, intimacy, and fun.You will hear practical ways to make dating your spouse a priority, even in the middle of busy schedules, parenting, or financial stress. Whether it’s creative at-home date ideas or intentional nights out, this tool can restore laughter, rekindle romance, and remind you why you fell in love in the first place.If you’re asking questions like:How do we keep the spark alive in our marriage?What are simple date night ideas for couples?Why is dating important for married couples?…then this episode is for you.✨ Tune in, grab some fresh ideas, and start adding the tool of date nights back into your marriage toolbox today.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective Shift. Step into the favor God designed for your love story.

Marriage is not a solo hike—it’s a mountain climb that takes two committed people working together every step of the way. In this week's 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty & Jeannine explore the powerful picture of marriage as climbing a mountain together. Just like climbing partners rely on trust, communication, and encouragement, husbands and wives must learn to navigate challenges, celebrate victories, and keep moving toward the summit of a thriving marriage.Join us for this encouraging conversation that will help you and your spouse strengthen your grip, support one another, and keep climbing toward God’s best for your marriage.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

We all have things our spouse does that cause minor irritations. But do those things need to cause fights and quarrels? In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine Mora discuss the difference between overlooking small differences or working through a difficult problem. It is to our advantage to focus on forgiveness rather than dwelling on the wrong our spouse has done to us. Whether the offense against us is small and easy to forgive, or just a quirky preference that your spouse has. "Don't sweat the small stuff."Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

In this powerful episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, hosts Monty and Jeannine Mora dive deep into one of the most common challenges couples face: conflict in marriage. When two people with different personalities, backgrounds, and communication styles come together, marriage conflict is inevitable—but it doesn't have to be destructive.Monty and Jeannine explore 6 essential factors that influence how couples resolve conflict, and how these factors can make or break your relationship. Whether you’re newlyweds or have been married for years, this episode offers practical relationship advice for navigating disagreements, improving marital communication, and building a stronger emotional connection.Marriage requires intentional effort, self-awareness, and a willingness to grow—both as individuals and as a team. Learn how to create a healthy foundation for your marriage through effective conflict resolution, understanding, and love.“Perception is reality—except when different expectations are thrown in. When you get clarity, you can go, ‘We’re almost at the same spot’.” – Tony DiLorenzo - ONE Extraordinary MarriageListen now to discover:​What drives conflict in marriage​The role of communication in resolving disagreements​How personal growth impacts your relationship​Practical tools to improve your marriage today

Many spouses place unhealthy pressure on their partner by transferring their identity on each other. In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine Mora help couples not to place unhealthily burdens on each other when it comes their identity. God created marriage so both the husband and wife can grow together, while you continue growing independent identities as well. Communication and maintaining a sense of personal autonomy can often be essential pieces of the marriage puzzle.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

In this powerful Friday Favorite episode, Monty and Jeannine Mora bravely break the silence around the reality of negative narratives that can spiral in the mind—especially during seasons of marital crisis. Both Monty and Jeannine share their personal journeys through marital distress, during which each of them grappled with suicidal thoughts.They speak candidly about how destructive inner voices can feel absolutely real, painting scenarios of despair and hopelessness.Despite these darkest moments, they show listeners how to step out of that cycle of pain, offering a message of tangible hope.Negative narratives are real—but they don’t have to be permanent.One perspective shift—grounded in support, truth, and divine hope—can change everything.Your marriage is worth fighting for, and transformation is possible—even in the hardest seasons.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.This episode is not just a conversation—it’s a lifeline. If you’ve ever felt isolated, ashamed, or overwhelmed by your own thoughts, this message is especially for you: You are not alone. There is hope. There is help.If you or someone you care about is experiencing suicidal thoughts:Call or text 988 (in the U.S.)Visit www.988lifeline.org for support

In this special cross‑podcast episode, Monty and Jeannine Mora of The Favorite Marriage Podcast join hosts Frank & Lisa on The Be Encouraged Show to unpack what it truly means to build a marriage aligned with God’s design—not shaped by personal preferences or cultural norms. They walk through the foundational principles of a God-honoring marriage, rooted in God’s and unchanging design—regardless of age, background, or marital stage. They share how marriage becomes a character-building journey. Referencing Gary Thomas’s Sacred Marriage, they describe how God uses the everyday challenges and joys of marriage to deepen faith and sanctify hearts.Coming soon - Monty and Jeannine will be upcoming guests on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley. "They are reaching millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family. "🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode — and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde - Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/

In this brief episode, Monty and Jeannine invite couples to courageously share their love story—both the peaks and the valleys—with others. They remind listeners:That your personal journey of love isn’t just yours—it has the potential to ignite hope and strengthen other couples. Sharing your story creates connection, transparency, and encouragement for others who may feel unseen in their own struggles or celebrations.It helps de‑mystify marriage by showing the messy, real-world beauty—the stumbles, the pivots, the trials and triumphs that shape deeper intimacy.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

Welcome to this week’s 5-Minute Friday episode on The Favorite Marriage Podcast! In this short but powerful episode, Monty and Jeannine talk about how to overcome the cycle of pain in your marriage by allowing God to re-write your love story. Why it matters:Pain unaddressed makes healing impossible — but when we lean on divine grace, love finds a way forward.In this brief but impactful episode, you'll walk away equipped with hope, clarity, and actionable wisdom to turn the page on past wounds.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

Let’s be real—anyone can love during the highlight reel seasons. In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty & Jeannine talk about the importance of your love story and why it matters. Your love story isn’t just made in the mountaintop moments—it’s forged in the valleys, the pivots, the unexpected plot twists. They remind every married couple that your story, YOUR unique love story, has value. Not just to you—but to others. Your kids. Your circle. And your legacy.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode — and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde - Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/

Marriage is a mystery to be discovered, not to the solved. In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine speak to the idea of why your marriage is a mystery and how together, you can discover the beauty of it daily. If you are craving a quick, meaningful moment to reflect and grow—listen now and turn curiosity into clarity!Just 5-minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

How do you crack the marriage code for a life-long relationship? In this episode, Monty & Jeannine invite you to join in on a message they shared at Restoration Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They unveil three powerful secrets rooted in experience and God's word, so that you and your spouse can put into practice tonight. In this episode, you'll learn why...1. Marriage is a mystery2. Marriage takes hard work3. Your marriage matters to GodWhether you’re newlywed or seasoned in the journey, this episode promises insight and tools to help your relationship flourish.Tune in and let these three keys unlock the code of a marriage built to last.🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy this episode — and don't forget to follow The Favorite Marriage Podcast for weekly relationship insights that are real, fun, and deeply helpful.Resources:To order the KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recent Recognition: The Favorite Marriage podcast was recognized as one of the Top 20 Marriage Podcasts to follow in 2025. "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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriage?si=oDZQ126jzF3Wymde - Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_favorite_marriage/