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Ask the Expert: How to Ask for Forgiveness

January 21, 2026 — Alisa Grace

Is saying “I’m sorry” enough, or should we always ask for forgiveness? Alisa Grace explores the wisdom of apologizing well—honoring genuine repentance while allowing space for forgiveness to unfold in its own time.

The Marriage Habit: 10 Simple Practices to Build a More Intentional, Thriving Relationship

January 14, 2026 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

What if a healthier marriage is built not on big breakthroughs, but on small, faithful habits? In this episode, Chris and Alisa Grace talk with Casey and Meygan Caston of Marriage 365 about how simple, intentional practices—like weekly check-ins, scheduling sex, and small acts of humility and gratitude—can reduce conflict, deepen intimacy, and resist relational drift, offering practical, hope-filled tools you can start using right away.

How to Support a Friend Who is Hurting

December 31, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

When someone you care about is hurting, knowing what to say—or what not to say—can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Chris and Alisa Grace share practical, compassionate ways to show up for a friend in pain with empathy, wisdom, and grace.

What Do We Tell the Kids About Santa?

December 17, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

What should Christian parents tell their kids about Santa? In this episode, Chris and Alisa unpack the history, the heart, and the hesitation behind the Santa question—and share practical ways to keep Christ at the center of Christmas while still nurturing joy and wonder.

Attachment Styles: How Your Childhood Shapes Your Relationships

December 3, 2025 — Willa Williams, Alisa Grace

Your childhood home shapes far more than your memories—it shapes how you love today. In this episode, Alisa Grace and LMFT Willa Williams unpack how family of origin forms your attachment style and why it affects marriage, conflict, and even your view of God. Learn how to identify your patterns and begin the journey toward secure, healthy relationships.

Teaching Kids Gratitude in a Me-First Culture

November 19, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

Raising grateful kids in an entitled world feels impossible—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Chris and Alisa unpack why “you deserve it” messaging is so powerful and share simple, faith-shaped rhythms—like gratitude conversations at the dinner table, shifting from “I have to” to “I get to,” and serving those with less—that help kids (and parents) grow truly thankful hearts.

Making Marriage Easier with Arlene Pellicane

November 5, 2025 — Alisa Grace, Arlene Pellicane

What if marriage didn’t have to feel so hard? In this episode, author and speaker Arlene Pellicane joins Alisa to share four simple habits that can transform your relationship—helping you not just love your spouse, but genuinely like them again. From gratitude and playfulness to navigating grief and technology, this conversation offers hope for every season of marriage.

What’s REALLY Haunting Your Marriage?

October 22, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

This Halloween, discover the real monsters haunting your marriage — unspoken expectations, avoidance, contempt, and emotional distance — and how to fight back with truth, humility, and grace.

I Had Sex Before Marriage...

September 24, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

“I had sex before marriage…am I forgiven?” Chris and Alisa Grace dive into this honest and often painful question, exploring what Scripture says about God’s design for sex, His response to sexual sin, and the hope of redemption. Discover how to move past shame, embrace God’s forgiveness, and experience healing for your future relationships.

Making Friends in College Is Harder Than I Expected—Now What?

September 10, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

Moving away to college comes with big expectations—but what happens when making friends turns out to be way harder than you thought? In this honest and practical episode, Chris and Alisa Grace unpack why college can feel surprisingly lonely (even for extroverts), and what you can do about it. With stories, research, and biblical insight, they offer simple but powerful steps to build meaningful friendships—even if you're shy, overwhelmed, or feeling invisible.

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