What if the key to a thriving marriage wasn’t “working harder”… but rediscovering friendship? In this episode, Brad sits down with Dave and Ashley Willis—national voices in marriage ministry—to talk about how they turned an ordinary marriage into a calling that’s impacted millions. You’ll hear the real story of how youth ministry sparked their mission, how grace changes everything in marriage, and why pruning your calendar might be the most spiritual thing you can do.

Whether your marriage feels stuck in survival mode or you just want to keep it strong, this conversation is a roadmap back to joy, connection, and mission.

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🔑 KEY IDEAS:
• Why strong marriages are built on friendship, not perfection
• How pruning your calendar can actually heal your marriage
• The power of grace when only one spouse feels “strong”
• How to fight negativity bias and focus on what’s praiseworthy
• Why consistent date nights are a spiritual discipline
• Practical ways to rekindle connection when life feels overwhelming

KEY VERSES:
📖 Galatians 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
📖 Romans 6:14 – “For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace.”
📖 Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
📖 John 16:33 – “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
📖 Matthew 6:21 – “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

• Free Marriage Intimacy eBook – https://www.daveandashley.com
• Marriage Breakthrough Experience (Sept 19–20) – https://www.daveandashley.com/events
• Marriage Cruise (April 6–10) – https://www.daveandashley.com/events
• Dave & Ashley’s Podcast Library – https://www.daveandashley.com
• Follow on Instagram – https://instagram.com/daveandashleywillis

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