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Should I Pay Off My Future Fiancé's Student Loans?

September 29, 2020 — Rick Bee

"I have been dating my girlfriend for five years, and I’m getting ready to propose. She has taken out loans to pay for grad school, but I have a nest egg I can use to pay them off now. If we are getting married in 1.5 years, should I pay off her school loan now or wait until we are married?"

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How Do I Distract Myself From This Breakup?

July 21, 2020 — Rob Fisher

I went through a tough breakup at the beginning of quarantine, and I am really struggling. I am usually able to distract myself with friends and activities while going through heartbreak, but sheltering at home has made this difficult. How do I process what I am going through without falling into a pit of despair?

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Stop Being Okay With Crappy Relationships

July 7, 2020 — Debra Fileta

Do you find yourself settling for crappy relationships more often that not? Today's Ask the Expert from professional counselor and speaker Debra Fileta will encourage you to see yourself for what you are truly worth: loved, valued, and worthy.

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How to Date in Quarantine

May 20, 2020 — Timothy Muehlhoff, Chris Grace

Dating always comes with challenges, but dating during quarantine is uniquely difficult. Chris Grace and Tim Muehlhoff chatted over Zoom this week to provide practical wisdom for developing healthy intimacy in new relationships.

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10 Quarantine-approved Date Ideas You Can Do at Home

April 14, 2020 — Kayla Santos

Whether you're miles apart or a few feet apart, these Quarantine-approved dates are for you!

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Should You Date A Man Who Struggles With Porn?

March 17, 2020 — Chris Grace

I have been dating a Christian guy for six months now. He recently told me that he has struggled with porn for 14 years. He is 28 and watches porn a few times a week. He wants me to forgive/extend grace to him while he is working on overcoming his addiction. Is it good or healthy for me to stay in a relationship with someone who is struggling with porn?

What Makes a Good Relationship?

February 19, 2020 — Timothy Muehlhoff, Chris Grace

We often focus on negative aspects to avoid when evaluating relationships. But what makes a good relationship? In this episode, Tim and Chris discuss a few indicators of healthy relationships.

Cohabitation: Why not live together?

January 22, 2020 — Timothy Muehlhoff, Chris Grace

Doesn’t it make sense to save money by living together before marriage? According to research, cohabitation actually has negative consequences on the longevity of the relationship. In this episode, we share fascinating insights on the differences between couples who are cohabitating and couples who are married.

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Should A Man Treat A Girlfriend Like A Wife?

January 21, 2020 — Chris Grace

Suppose two people are dating in which there is a mutual commitment before God for marriage in the future. Is it wrong for a man to treat her with the same love and care that he would his wife while only dating?

The Top Three Types of Compatibility

January 8, 2020 — Timothy Muehlhoff, Chris Grace

When we find someone who is compatible with us, we most likely find that person more attractive, develop greater intimacy and connection, and establish a solid friendship. It is clear that compatibility matters – so what are the types of compatibility that are most important to determining relational health and success? In this podcast, we explore three types of core compatibility and what they mean for our relationships.

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