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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast
Hosted by Focus on the Family · EN
If you’re married — or soon to be — you’ve got questions. What makes this relationship work? How do I fix it when it breaks? Where do I go when I need help? Host John Fuller and marriage experts Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley help answer those questions with practical, down-to-earth insights based on God’s design for marriage. Find answers and inspiration in every short episode of this Christian marriage podcast.
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P.L.A.N. for a Better Marriage
1w ago00:14:03Tap to summarizeWhat if a small change you made had the biggest impact on your marriage? Marcus Warner and Chris Coursey share four steps you can take to improve your relationship. Also, Greg and Erin explain why it's good to make time for having fun, even if you are very busy. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Filling Your Marriage With Joy Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Unhappy Marriage? Fix it With These Simple Habits for Marital Happiness Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →The Needs of Military Spouses
2w ago00:10:34Tap to summarizeToday, we honor the sacrifices of our military and spouses of veterans. Erin Smalley shares some of the statistics of how military families battle loneliness. You'll also hear from Jessica Manfre, who joins Jim Daly to share about how you can reach out to those serving in the armed forces. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Never Alone for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Hope and Encouragement for Military Families Resources: Military Issues Counseling Consultation and Referrals Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →When Your Spouse Needs to Get Healthier
2w ago00:11:54Tap to summarizeWhat do you do if your spouse is making unhealthy lifestyle choices? Dave Willis talks with Jim Daly about how his wife Ashley encouraged him to go to the doctor and deal with his health issues. Plus, Greg and Erin address how to respond well if you've tried talking to your mate about their diet and lifestyle, but he or she hasn't listened yet. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Naked and Healthy for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Taking a Health Journey With Your Spouse Counseling Consultation and Referrals Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →Staying Healthy in the Midlife
2w ago00:11:41Tap to summarizeThe midlife years of marriage are filled with changes, but can also be very rich. Lisa-Jo Baker joins Jim and Jean Daly to address some of the ways she had to adjust to the middle years of life. Then, Greg Smalley opens up about struggles men usually face during that time-period. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Middle Matters for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Thriving as a Wife and Mom in the Middle Years Abounding Midlife Living Breaking Free of Midlife Boundaries Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →Vulnerability is Healthy
3w ago00:13:36Tap to summarizeDoes it feel like conflict sets your marriage back instead of making it stronger? Erin opens up about how her and Greg struggled to get along early on in their marriage. Then, Jim Daly chats with two couples - Milan and Kay Yerkovich and Marc and Amy Cameron - on how to be honest about your emotions with your spouse, in ways that don't lead to big arguments. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book How We Love for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple - I-II Counseling Consultation and Referrals Learn to Identify Your Emotions in Marriage Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →Healthy vs. Unhealthy Spouses
3w ago00:15:10Tap to summarizeWhen have you last examined your own flaws instead of fixating on your spouse's? Greg describes how distressed couples have a tendency to focus too much on their mate's issues instead of their own. Plus, Les and Leslie Parrott share how to tell if you're a healthy or an unhealthy spouse. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Healthy Me, Healthy Us for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Improve Yourself, Improve Your Relationships Counseling Consultation and Referrals Hope Restored Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →When the Perfect Storm Comes
4w ago00:13:32Tap to summarizeMost couples go through a season where you're overwhelmed by many challenges all at once. How do you persevere? Greg explains about a time where he and Erin felt like they went through the perfect storm. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Dr. Josh and Christi Straub about how they worked together through a number of unforeseen circumstances. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Famous at Home for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Putting Your Family First During Busy Seasons Counseling Consultation and Referrals Why Teammates Shouldn’t Help Each Other Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →3 Rs for a Deeper Relationship
May 500:11:48Tap to summarizeHow are you being intentional to make your marriage better? Rhonda Stoppe and Jim Daly will encourage you with 3 Rs - remember, repent, return. Also, John, Erin and Greg bring up how to respond well if your spouse is caught in unrepentant patterns of sin. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book If My Husband Would Change, I’d Be Happy for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment How Reframing Your Perspective Can Transform Your Marriage Counseling Consultation and Referrals The Power of Grace-Filled Words in Strengthening a Marriage Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →Contract vs. a Covenant Mindset
Apr 3000:09:29Tap to summarizeWhat's the difference between a contract vs. a covenant type of love? Dr. Greg Smalley answers that question. Then, Jim Daly talks with Dr. Gary Chapman on what real commitment in your marriage looks like. At the end, Erin and John will share what you can do if you're in a tough spot as a couple. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage for your donation of any amount! Hope Restored Finding New Ways to Thrive in Your Marriage Counseling Consultation and Referrals Navigating Marriage Expectations When Marriage Isn’t How You Thought It Would Be Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Transcribe →Praying Through the Tougher Times
Apr 2800:09:19Tap to summarizePrayer is one of the key ingredients to helping you experience a deeper relationship with your mate. Kathi Lipp joins Jim Daly to discuss the difference prayer can make in your marriage. Also, Erin Smalley shares about couples she's seen persevere through serious challenges by relying on God. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Praying God’s Word for Your Life for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Bringing Purpose and Power to Your Prayer Life Counseling Consultation and Referrals Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.
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