The Paul Tripp Podcast 957. How Often Should We Have Date Nights? | Ask Paul Tripp
Oct 24, 2025
Discover the secrets to a thriving marriage with practical advice on date nights! Learn why regular time together is crucial for keeping the spark alive. Paul shares creative, budget-friendly date ideas and encourages using your church community for babysitting swaps. He also discusses the challenges when grandparents don’t share your faith and offers strategies for enjoyable date nights at home. Ultimately, a strong marriage benefits not just the couple but the whole family, providing a safe and joyful environment for children.
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Weekly Time Outside The Home
- Paul Tripp and his wife committed to being out of the house once a week to protect their marriage.
- They often spent a couple of hours in a park or a cheap meal to reconnect amid busyness.
Marriage Needs Ongoing Maintenance
- Marriage between flawed people in a fallen world requires ongoing maintenance and attention.
- Regular focused time together protects intimacy and prevents drift over years of busyness.
Ask Couples For Babysitting Swaps
- Ask other Christian couples in your church to do a babysitting exchange to guarantee regular date nights.
- Keep asking until you find a couple willing to swap nights and make it a routine commitment.