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Marriage Like a Well-Oiled Machine Jan 17, 2025

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Gears in a machine can produce power, but they can also grind each other into nothing. Gears in a relationship work the same way. Jim Daly shares how to help your marriage run like a well-oiled machine.

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Out of Tune Jan 16, 2025

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You and I know when the world around us is in tune and harmonized. How? Jim Daly shares why, like a tuning fork that vibrates at a particular frequency, our souls resonate when they’re in tune with God’s beautiful melodies.

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When Nothing Is Good for Your Soul Jan 15, 2025

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When was the last time you stopped to smell the roses? Jim Daly explains why, if you’re too busy, the best thing to do is nothing at all.

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Stuck in the Doldrums Jan 14, 2025

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Is your marriage stuck in the doldrums? Jim Daly explains the nautical term “doldrums” and shares how to get the winds of romance stirred up again in your relationship.

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Boundaries with Adult Children Jan 13, 2025

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What is essential for parents and their adult children to enjoy a healthy relationship? Good boundaries. Jim Daly explains the need for adult children to respect their parents and for parents to avoid being over-involved.

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Memories, Not Perfection Jan 10, 2025

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Most of us want things to go well when we spend time with our families. Jim Daly explains why the memories we create – not perfect experiences – are what’s most important.

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Abracadabra Jan 09, 2025

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The most important ingredient to success is perseverance. The question is whether you will give up the fight or dig deep when the going gets tough.

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Time? Or Money? Jan 08, 2025

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Would you rather have more time with your family? Or more money? Jim Daly explains why you may achieve less and own fewer things if you put your family first, but you’ll savor life far more.

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Confidence Through Adversity Jan 07, 2025

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Some parents believe you develop a child’s self-confidence by protecting them from adversity. Jim Daly shares why effective parenting isn’t about making children comfortable but encouraging them toward something greater.

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Quick to Listen Jan 06, 2025

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There’s no such thing as a formula in marriage, but Jim Daly offers a tip that comes awfully close. It’s a pattern of communication that’s almost guaranteed to decrease your conflict and make your marriage stronger.

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