Intentional Dating: Relationship Goals for Christians
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Podcast Overview
<p>Lost in the wild west of dating? Tired of endless scrolling and not knowing where to find a meaningful relationship that lasts? We hear ya. We tackle all this in Intentional Dating: Relationship Goals for Christians. Come hang with Nick and Aly as they talk to incredible guests on everything from what it means to date differently to attachment styles to navigating the dating apps, all through the lens of intentionality and Christian morality.</p>
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May 21, 2026
You Before Me | Prof. Tim O'Malley
<p>We’ve all heard that love is compromise. But is that the real solution to a successful relationship? When it comes to sacrificing for the sake of another, how do you put someone else first without compromising your own values? Notre Dame professor Tim O’Malley shares insights from the issues his students face in young love, and how those struggles translate to universal questions of sacrifice, true friendship, and happiness.</p><p>Putting someone else first does mean holding a debt over their head. Sacrificing your own desires does not mean tricking yourself into thinking you’re happy for the sake of some apparent virtue. To discern between the nuances of commitment and true cooperation in relationship, intentionality and communication are key. Tune in to learn how to obtain self-awareness that leads to awareness of another person’s needs, and what key ingredient is the foundation of all true love.</p><p></p><p>Sponsored by SacredSpark: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sacredspark.app/" target="_blank">https://www.sacredspark.app/</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.familytheater.org/" target="_blank">https://www.familytheater.org/</a></p><p></p><p>Produced by Patrick Lehe and Alan Hewitt.</p><p>Executive produced by David L. Guffey and Don Burt.</p><p>Theme composed by Adam Jones.</p>
May 14, 2026
Are We/Aren't We? | Connor McLaughlin
<p>Dating with intention includes being clear about who you are to another person. The notion of a “situationship” undermines this clarity, causing confusion about what the nature of a relationship really is. On this episode of Intentional Dating, Connor McLaughlin explains the importance of putting a label on the relationship and what question immediately clears up the uncertainty of a situationship.</p><p>When you don’t know what you are to someone, you don’t know how to love them or receive love. This uncertainty is part of why an undefined relationship is so harmful. But what if you try to define your relationship with somebody, and it brings it to an end? It turns out, that may ultimately be for your benefit and what you need to proceed with confidence and intentionality.</p><p></p><p>Start something good with our sponsor, SacredSpark: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sacredspark.app/" target="_blank">https://www.sacredspark.app/</a></p><p></p><p>More from Connor: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://practicalsainthood.com/" target="_blank">https://practicalsainthood.com/</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.familytheater.org/" target="_blank">https://www.familytheater.org/</a></p><p></p><p>Produced by Patrick Lehe and Alan Hewitt.</p><p>Executive produced by David L. Guffey and Don Burt.</p><p>Theme composed by Adam Jones.</p>
May 7, 2026
Pornography | Michael Gasparro
<p>Pornography has heavily impacted men and women and how we view relationships. While it is necessary to address, the shame surrounding the topic makes it hard to talk about. On this episode of Intentional Dating, therapist Michael Gasparro dives into the psychology behind porn use and how we can fight the negative consequences it has on our dating lives.</p><p>Beyond labeling porn as detrimental, Michael explains what is fails to achieve and why it’s important to work through this harmful tendency or addiction. We don’t have to be trapped by the guilt of porn use; rather, it’s more helpful to try to understand why we’re attracted to certain things and how to redirect those attractions.</p><p></p><p>Start dating differently with SacredSpark: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sacredspark.app/" target="_blank">https://www.sacredspark.app/</a></p><p></p><p>Michael's website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://michaelgasparro.com/" target="_blank">https://michaelgasparro.com/</a></p><p></p><p>Ethos National: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.ethosnational.org/" target="_blank">https://www.ethosnational.org/</a></p><p></p><p>Produced by Patrick Lehe and Alan Hewitt.</p><p>Executive produced by David L. Guffey and Don Burt.</p><p>Theme composed by Adam Jones.</p>
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