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by Monty Mora, Jeannine Mora
The Favorite Marriage podcast exists to learn along-side married couples to help strengthen and inspire their marital oneness. We explore relevant marriage topics and provide practical tools on how to experience "favor on your forever" marriage. Hosts Monty and Jeannine Mora bring over 29 years of marriage experience to help you grow a healthy marriage. With humor and transparency, the podcast is designed is to encourage any marriage, in any season, to discover deeper love, sexual intimacy, and oneness according to God's design. They believe that every couple can have "The Favorite Marriage."
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When was the last time you had a conversation with your spouse that went beyond the everyday routines of life?One of the greatest gifts you can give your marriage is the willingness to stay curious about each other. Just because you've been married for years doesn't mean you've stopped discovering new things about your spouse!In this throwback episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine revisit five intentional questions that can spark meaningful conversations, deepen emotional intimacy, and strengthen your connection. Drawing from their own experiences through the many seasons of marriage, they share why asking the right questions can open the door to understanding your spouse's heart, dreams, desires, and even the things they may be missing.Here are five questions to get your conversation started:What are you most excited about during this season of life?What has God been teaching you lately?How can we improve our intimacy or take it to the next level?What strengths do I bring to our relationship?What are some things we used to do before we were married that you miss now?Don't settle for surface-level conversations. Make room for meaningful questions, intentional listening, and discovering each other all over again.Remember: The goal of marriage isn't perfection. It's connection!You can now watch the full episode on our YouTube channel!WATCH & CONNECTYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thefavoritemarriageWebsite: https://www.thefavoritemarriage.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095217663567KEEP SHOWING UP MERCHANDISEVisit our website to order your KEEP SHOWING UP merchandise:https://thefavoritemarriage.com/resourcesRECENT RECOGNITIONThe Favorite Marriage Podcast was recognized as one of the Top 35 Marriage Podcasts of 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
In this 5-Minute Friday, we're giving couples a marriage tool that will help their marriage significantly. It's called the Hello Pumpkin' Communication Check-in. Hello Pumpkin might be asking, ‘How are we doing? What's growing in our marriage? And how can I help us become more fruitful?’Good fruit doesn't just appear overnight. It requires intentional care.“And so does marriage.”The HELLO PUMPKIN Marriage Check-InA simple conversation couples can use weeklyH — Honor“What's something you appreciate about me or about our marriage right now?”E — Engage“How are you really doing emotionally and spiritually?”L — Look for Fruit“Where have you seen us growing in love, patience, or faithfulness?”L — Love Intentionally“What's one thing I could do this week to help you feel loved and supported?”O — Open Your Hearts to God“What's one thing we can pray about or trust God with together?”Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.
In this 5-Minute Friday, we're pulling back the curtain on the danger of maintaining an impressive exterior while ignoring the internal struggles that slowly create distance between husband and wife.In a world where appearances matter, it's easy for couples to become more concerned with how their marriage looks than with what's actually happening inside it. They can smile for the pictures, post the happy moments, attend church together, and convince everyone around them that everything is great—while quietly neglecting the heart of their relationship.But a healthy marriage isn't built on appearances; it's built on authenticity, vulnerability, intentionality, and a willingness to do the deeper work.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.
Is Your Marriage Pretty or Purposeful?In this special fall episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora use a surprisng illustration involving pumpkins and gourds to explore an important question: Are we simply building a marriage that looks good on the outside, or are we cultivating a marriage that produces lasting fruit on the inside?It's easy to present a happy marriage at church, family gatherings, and on social media. But what happens behind closed doors? Are we growing in love, patience, kindness, forgiveness, and faithfulness? Or have we become more concerned with how our marriage looks than how it's actually doing?The truth is, every marriage has its bumps. Financial pressures, parenting challenges, misunderstandings, disappointments, and unexpected seasons can make our relationship look very different from what we imagined. But just like a bumpy pumpkin can still produce something wonderful, your marriage doesn't have to be picture-perfect to be purpose-filled!❤️ In this episode, we'll explore:Pretty vs. Fruitful: Why a healthy marriage is about more than appearances.The Fruit of the Spirit in Marriage: How love, patience, kindness, gentleness, and forgiveness transform our relationship.Grace for the Bumps: How to navigate difficult seasons without giving up on the marriage God is growing.Staying Connected to the Vine: Why Jesus must be at the center of a spiritually fruitful marriage.The HELLO PUMPKIN Marriage Check-In: A simple, practical conversation tool to help couples reconnect, communicate intentionally, and nurture their marriage each week.A simple conversation couples can use weeklyH — Honor“What's something you appreciate about me or about our marriage right now?”Romans 12:10E — Engage“How are you really doing emotionally and spiritually?”James 1:19L — Look for Fruit“Where have you seen us growing in love, patience, or faithfulness?”Galatians 5:22–23L — Love Intentionally“What's one thing I could do this week to help you feel loved and supported?”Philippians 2:4O — Open Your Hearts to God“What's one thing we can pray about or trust God with together?”Philippians 4:6🎃 Your Marriage Challenge:This week, turn to your spouse and ask, “How are we really doing? What's growing in our marriage, and how can we become more fruitful together?”Then take a moment to share one beautiful fruit you see growing in your marriage.🎧 Listen, share this episode with another married couple, and keep adding tools to your Marriage Toolbox!🔗 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/This episode was generously sponsored by Integrity Fencing & Supply CO. Contact Integrity Fencing for a free quote: https://integrityfencingco.com/services The Favorite Marriage Podcast: https://thefavoritemarriage.comConnect with us on social media▶️ Follow:Website: https://www.thefavoritemarria
Marriage is a partnership, but what happens when it feels like one spouse is giving more than the other? When surgery, recovery, and caregiving enter the picture, the balance of marriage can suddenly shift. In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine Mora have an honest conversation about what happens when commitment feels unequal, even when both spouses love each other deeply. They explore the exhaustion of caregiving, the frustration of feeling like you’re carrying more than your share, and the challenges of being the spouse who needs help.Through the power of acts of service, you’ll discover how everyday expressions of love can strengthen your connection when life doesn’t feel balanced. Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.
Healing in marriage isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes, the path to a stronger relationship requires difficult conversations, honest reflection, rebuilding trust, and facing wounds we’ve tried to avoid. But what if the pain you’re experiencing isn’t a sign that your marriage is getting worse? What if it’s part of the healing process?In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine explore why healing can hurt before it gets better and how couples can navigate the uncomfortable moments that lead to deeper connection, renewed trust, and a healthier marriage.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.
What Surgery Taught Us About Marriage | Love, Patience, and Serving Each Other Through Difficult SeasonsOn this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora share personal lessons from Jeannine’s two knee replacement surgeries this past summer and how the experience impacted their marriage. From doctor appointments and physical therapy to pain management, changing routines, and the everyday challenges of recovery, they discovered powerful reminders about the importance of patience, selflessness, compassion, and serving one another when life gets difficult.Marriage isn’t just about celebrating the good times, enjoying date nights, and making beautiful memories. It’s also about showing up when your spouse is hurting, extending grace when life feels overwhelming, and choosing to love when circumstances require more than you expected to give.In this episode, we discuss:How difficult seasons can strengthen your marriage.Why serving your spouse is one of the most meaningful expressions of love.How illness, surgery, and recovery can change your marriage routine.The importance of patience, empathy, and extending grace when your spouse is struggling.How to navigate the emotional and practical challenges of caregiving.Why the marriage vows “in sickness and in health” matter more than ever during difficult seasons.Practical ways couples can support one another through unexpected challenges.Whether you’re facing a health crisis, caring for your spouse, recovering from a difficult season, or simply wanting to build a stronger marriage, this conversation will encourage you to see challenges as opportunities to grow closer together.🎧 Listen, share this episode with another married couple, and keep adding tools to your Marriage Toolbox!🔗 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/This episode was generously sponsored by Integrity Fencing & Supply CO. Contact Integrity Fencing for a free quote: https://integrityfencingco.com/services 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/#TheFavoriteMarriagePodcast #MarriageAdvice #MarriageGoals #HealthyMarriage #ChristianMarriage #MarriageCommunication #ServingYourSpouse #MarriageThroughHardTimes #InSicknessAndInHealth #StrongerMarriage
In this 5-Minute Friday episode, Monty and Jeannine explore one of the most common but rarely discussed challenges couples face: isolation in marriage. Emotional distance doesn't happen overnight. It often develops through unresolved conflict, busy schedules, stress, disappointment, poor communication, or the fear of being vulnerable.Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.
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The Favorite Marriage podcast exists to learn along-side married couples to help strengthen and inspire their marital oneness. We explore relevant marriage topics and provide practical tools on how to experience "favor on your forever" marriage. Hosts Monty and Jeannine Mora bring over 29 years of marriage experience to help you grow a healthy marriage. With humor and transparency, the podcast is designed is to encourage any marriage, in any season, to discover deeper love, sexual intimacy, and oneness according to God's design. They believe that every couple can have "The Favorite Marriage."
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