COMMITTED HEARTS

The Porters
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Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  1. 6d ago

    When Did You Stop Touching Each Other?

    When did you and your spouse stop touching each other?Not sex. Not even necessarily foreplay. Just the everyday affection that says, “I love you. I care about you. I still want to be close to you.”In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter talk about the power of physical touch and why affection can become the “emotional glue” that keeps a marriage connected.From holding hands and hugging to a hand on the shoulder, waist, or simply reaching for your spouse, small touches can communicate love, safety, security, care, and desire without saying a word.They also discuss why every touch shouldn’t come with an expectation of sex, how affection throughout the day can strengthen intimacy later, what to do if your spouse isn’t naturally affectionate, and why past experiences can sometimes make physical touch difficult to receive.If affection has disappeared from your marriage, somebody can take the first step.Touch can be conversation without words.Keep your hearts committed. ❤️ Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    When Did You Stop Touching Each Other?

  2. Oct 7

    Do You Feel Like You’re Talking to a Wall?

    Have you ever tried to talk to your spouse and felt like you were talking to a wall? Communication is essential in marriage—but simply talking isn’t enough. How you say it, when you say it, your tone, how well you listen, and whether you actually understand how your spouse communicates can completely change the conversation. In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter have a candid conversation about learning how to communicate with the person you married. They discuss why “we need to talk” can immediately create tension, what happens when one spouse is a talker and the other is more direct, choosing the right time for important conversations, staying on topic instead of bringing up five old problems, listening to understand instead of just waiting to respond, and why unresolved issues shouldn’t be allowed to pile up. You don’t have to communicate exactly the same way—but you do have to learn how to communicate with each other. Some conversations will be difficult. Some will be fun. But in a healthy marriage, the conversations are necessary. Keep your hearts committed. ❤️ Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    Do You Feel Like You’re Talking to a Wall?

  3. Sep 30

    You Used to Flirt With Me… What Happened?

    Remember when you couldn’t stop flirting with each other?Before marriage, there were compliments, playful conversations, affection, laughter, and plenty of effort to make each other feel special. But somewhere between work, bills, children, responsibilities, and everyday life, couples can stop doing the very things that helped them fall in love.In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter talk about the three F’s every marriage needs: flirting, flattering, and fun.They discuss why romance shouldn’t stop after “I do,” learning what makes your spouse feel desired and appreciated, communicating about affection and intimacy, continuing to compliment each other, and why keeping things playful can help prevent your marriage from turning into a roommate situation.And if the flirting and fun have already disappeared? You can start again.Your spouse should still feel wanted, chosen, attractive, and special to you.Flirt. Flatter. Have fun. And keep your hearts committed. ❤️ Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    You Used to Flirt With Me… What Happened?

  4. Sep 23

    Stop Making Marriage Decisions Like You’re Still Single

    Once you say “I do,” your decisions don’t only affect you anymore. In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter talk about developing an “us” mindset in marriage, understanding that the choices one spouse makes can positively or negatively impact the entire relationship. They discuss why communication before major decisions matters, what happens when one spouse acts without considering the other, rebuilding trust after a bad decision, forgiveness, taking responsibility, and learning how to move forward together when the consequences affect both of you. Whether it’s money, work, family, trust, or major life decisions, marriage requires us to stop thinking only in terms of “me” and begin asking, “How will this affect us?” And when mistakes have already been made, the goal isn’t to stay stuck in blame, it’s to communicate, take responsibility, forgive, rebuild, and decide together what happens next. Everything is us. ❤️ Keep your hearts committed. Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    Stop Making Marriage Decisions Like You’re Still Single

  5. Sep 16

    You’re Sitting Right Beside Me… But You’re Not Here

    You can be sitting right beside your spouse and still feel completely alone. In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter talk about the difference between simply being physically present and being emotionally, mentally, and relationally present in your marriage. They discuss how phones, work, stress, distractions, emotional distance, and unresolved issues can slowly cause spouses to check out of the relationship, even while they’re still living in the same house. You’ll hear why undivided attention matters, how emotional absence can create loneliness and distance, why difficult conversations shouldn’t be avoided, and what couples can do when one person feels like they’re carrying the marriage alone. Being married isn’t just about being in the same room. It’s about continuing to show up for each other. So ask yourself: Are you really here? Keep your hearts committed. ❤️ Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    You’re Sitting Right Beside Me… But You’re Not Here

  6. Sep 9

    You’re Not the Same Person I Married

    “You’re not the same person I married.” At some point in almost every marriage, one or both spouses may feel that way. People change emotionally, mentally, physically, financially, spiritually, and professionally—and those changes can affect the entire relationship. In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter talk about what it means to stay committed while your spouse evolves into a different version of the person you originally married. They discuss emotional changes, career and financial growth, aging, weight changes, physical intimacy, self-esteem, and why couples must learn to adjust to the adjustments instead of expecting each other to stay the same forever. Marriage isn’t about loving only the version of your spouse you met years ago. It’s about learning how to grow, communicate, adjust, and keep loving each other through every season. If you’ve ever looked at your spouse and thought, “You’ve changed,” this conversation is for you. Keep your hearts committed. ❤️ Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    You’re Not the Same Person I Married

  7. Sep 2

    How to Respect Your Spouse When You’re Still Upset

    Love matters in marriage, but so does honor. In this episode of the Committed Hearts Podcast, William and Donna Porter talk about why honor, respect, and order are such important foundations for a healthy marriage. They discuss what it means to honor your spouse even when you’re frustrated, how dishonor can show up through tone, body language, words, and attitude, and why trying to force your spouse to change often creates even more conflict. You’ll also hear practical examples of what honor can look like in everyday marriage, from the way you speak to each other to serving, helping, showing consideration, and respecting the role your spouse holds in your life. If your relationship has been filled with frustration, disrespect, or constant tension, this conversation will challenge you to stop focusing only on changing your spouse and begin asking, “How can I bring more honor into this marriage?” Honor may be quiet, but it can be one of the most powerful forces in your relationship. Keep your hearts committed. ❤️ #MarriageAdvice #ChristianMarriage #RespectInMarriage Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    How to Respect Your Spouse When You’re Still Upset

  8. Aug 26

    How Do You Forgive Someone You Still Have to Live With?

    You said, “I forgive you”… but what happens when the hurt is still there? Forgiveness in marriage isn’t always easy. You can make the decision to forgive your spouse and still have memories, emotions, and triggers that bring the pain right back. So how do you actually move forward without allowing resentment and unforgiveness to damage your marriage? In this episode of Committed Hearts, William and Donna Porter have an open conversation about forgiveness, hurt, grudges, triggers, and what it really means to choose forgiveness—even when your feelings haven’t caught up with your decision. They discuss forgiving your spouse before you feel ready, taking responsibility for your own response, dealing with painful memories after forgiveness, communicating after you’ve been hurt, and why unforgiveness can disrupt the peace, intimacy, and oneness of a marriage. If you love your spouse but you’re still struggling with something they said or did, this conversation is for you. You may remember what happened and still choose forgiveness. The question is: what are you going to do with the memory? Keep your heart committed. Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    How Do You Forgive Someone You Still Have to Live With?
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Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload. Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away. You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment. Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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  • Creator
    The Porters
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joshua Porter
  • Show Website
    COMMITTED HEARTS