Home Podcasts The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis
The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

XO Podcast Network, Dave Willis, Ashley Willis 588 Episodes Aug 21, 2026

The Naked Marriage invites couples to uncover God’s design for lifelong love. Through honest, faith-centered conversations, hosts Dave and Ashley Willis talk openly about challenges couples often face but rarely talk about. With wisdom, vulnerability, and humor, they offer fresh perspectives and practical ways to build a deeply connected marriage.

Episodes

Why 'Falling Out of Love' is a Myth (And What's Really Happening)
Why 'Falling Out of Love' is a Myth (And What's Really Happening) Aug 21, 2026 136 Falling out of love isn't real, you've simply stopped making deposits into your relationship's treasury. Start investing in small, consistent acts of love and watch your marriage come alive again. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward th
When Cancer Tests Your Faith and Your Marriage with Zach & Gail Schaar
When Cancer Tests Your Faith and Your Marriage with Zach & Gail Schaar Aug 17, 2026 2432 When Gail Schaar was diagnosed with two different types of breast cancer, she and her husband, Zach, found themselves navigating a season they never expected. In this episode, Zach and Gail share how they walked through the fear and uncertainty of a cancer diagnosis together, why Zach learned that being present was sometimes more important than trying to fix things, and how seeking God together br
How to Help a Spouse Through a Cancer Diagnosis | Marriage Minute
How to Help a Spouse Through a Cancer Diagnosis | Marriage Minute Aug 14, 2026 139 When your spouse is struggling, your presence matters far more than your solutions — simply being there and saying nothing is often the most powerful thing you can do. Leaning into God's Word together is where you'll find the true peace that no amount of fixing ever could. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen yea
Finding True Love After Divorce with Steve & Abi Fort
Finding True Love After Divorce with Steve & Abi Fort Aug 10, 2026 2433 After both walking through the pain of divorce, Steve and Abi Fort never expected the second-chance love story God had waiting for them. In this episode, they share how they met in a singles class, got engaged at a gas station, and married over a video call with Steve's missionary parents officiating from across the world. Steve and Abby open up about rebuilding after heartbreak, blending a family
Don't Be Roommates: 3 Weekly Habits That Keep the Spark Alive
Don't Be Roommates: 3 Weekly Habits That Keep the Spark Alive Aug 7, 2026 158 If your spouse has started to feel more like a roommate than a partner, you're not alone – this is a normal cycle that most couples face at some point. Protecting time for friendship, shared interests, and honest check-ins can help you and your spouse get back in sync. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years i
Loving Difficult People: Boundaries, Narcissism & More with Debra Fileta
Loving Difficult People: Boundaries, Narcissism & More with Debra Fileta Aug 3, 2026 2173 Every relationship faces rupture — but the skill of repair is getting lost. Counselor and author Debra Fileta joins Dave and Ashley to talk about her new book People Skills and why loving difficult people well is one of the most important things we can do. She unpacks the rise of "cut-off culture," why we're too quick to label people narcissists, how to set boundaries that actually invite health,
4 Conversations Every Marriage Needs (Most Stop at 2)
4 Conversations Every Marriage Needs (Most Stop at 2) Jul 31, 2026 163 If you and your spouse talk every day but still feel distant, the problem isn't the amount of conversation — it's the depth. Learn the four levels of emotional conversation and why staying stuck in small talk is silently starving your marriage of real intimacy. We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church min
Why Every Church Needs a Marriage Ministry with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads
Why Every Church Needs a Marriage Ministry with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads Jul 27, 2026 2051 Married in just seven months and barely surviving their first year, Brad and Marilyn Rhodes went from a marriage that felt like a prison cell to founding Grace Marriage — a ministry equipping churches to disciple couples. They share the spiritual turning point that changed everything, why so many churches leave marriage wide open, and how prioritizing your marriage strengthens your kids, your chur
The One Thing Your Kids Need From You | Marriage Minute
The One Thing Your Kids Need From You | Marriage Minute Jul 24, 2026 126 One of the greatest things you can do for your children is model a healthy, thriving marriage — it shows them what to look forward to and why marriage is worth pursuing. When you prioritize your spouse after God, you're not neglecting your kids; you're giving them the most powerful example they'll ever see. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave a
Sex series (Part 8): The Habits That Lead to Lifelong Fulfillment in Marriage
Sex series (Part 8): The Habits That Lead to Lifelong Fulfillment in Marriage Jul 20, 2026 1884 Lasting intimacy is build on more than physical attraction. Dave and Ashley discuss how friendship, health, commitment, and fun can strengthen your connection, protect your marriage from comparison, and help build a marriage that thrives through every season of life. Listener Question: My spouse vents to friends or family about our problems instead of talking to me first, and it makes me feel dis
The Two Wings Every Marriage Needs to Fly | Marriage Minute
The Two Wings Every Marriage Needs to Fly | Marriage Minute Jul 17, 2026 125 A healthy marriage requires both deep friendship and a thriving romantic connection — neglecting either one will keep your relationship from truly taking off. Focus on building shared experiences and bringing your lives together to strengthen both wings of your marriage. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years
Sex series (Part 7): Understanding Sexual Aversion in Marriage
Sex series (Part 7): Understanding Sexual Aversion in Marriage Jul 13, 2026 2416 Sexual aversion can leave couples feeling confused, rejected, and disconnected. Dave and Ashley explore how past trauma, shame, relationship wounds, and unhealthy experiences can shape intimacy, and how couples can rebuild safety, trust, and connection. Listener Question: There are days I don’t feel in love with my spouse—nothing’s wrong, I just feel disconnected. What does it actually look like t

Recommended