Some relationships feel like they’re meant to be from the very start—instant chemistry, deep conversations, and talk of forever just weeks in. But what if that intensity isn’t the same as true intimacy? In this episode, Chris and Alisa Grace unpack the psychology of whirlwind romances, why they feel so compelling, and how to build a relationship that’s not just exciting, but deeply rooted and built to last.

What happens when your marriage feels more like friendship than romance? Chris and Alisa Grace explore why passion fades over time and how couples can move from feeling like roommates back to deep connection. With practical insights and simple habits, they share how to reignite intimacy, curiosity, and closeness in your relationship.

Valentine’s Day often carries more pressure than we realize—pressure to feel loved, seen, and celebrated. When expectations go unmet, it can leave us discouraged or disconnected. This reflection invites you to consider a steadier, deeper love—one that remains wide, long, high, and deep no matter your relationship status.

How much time does it take to stay in love for a lifetime? In this week's blog, Pam Farrel shares the secrets to lasting love, where she unveils the essential time investment needed to keep your marriage lively, offering practical tips and heartfelt anecdotes to reignite the flames of passion and connection.

In today's Valentine's special, Chris and Alisa Grace are joined by ministry leaders and best-selling authors Bill and Pam Farrel to discuss their book, Red Hot Monogamy: Making Your Marriage Sizzle, and uncover the T.I.M.E. needed to invest in marital intimacy. Listen along to hear what long-lasting intimacy looks like and how their acronym can best help you cultivate red hot monogamy.

In this week's podcast, CMR Co-Directors Chris and Alisa Grace teach listeners how to recognize and respond to others' bids for connection and the relational damage it causes when we ignore them.

In this week's blog, best-selling author and marriage ministry leader, Pam Farrel, addresses the daily conflicts faced in marriage, offering an "AHA" inspired method for marriage meetups, empowering couples with practical steps to help revolutionize their marriage.

"Happily ever after isn't by chance, it's a choice." In today's video CMR Co-director, Alisa Grace offers five practical ways you can deliberately pursue your spouse long after "I do."

It really is the little things! In today's video, CMR Co-Director Alisa Grace explains the importance of understanding and interacting with bids for connection and offers tips for using bids to maintain emotional intimacy.

Remember when you had your first date? Scripture is full of commands to remember, because God knows our hearts and wants to build intimacy with us through remembrance. The same is true of our earthly relationships. Reminiscing Scripture is full of commands to remember because God knows our hearts and wants to build intimacy with us through remembering. The same is true of our earthly relationships. Reminiscing over memories with fondness can actually strengthen our relationships!