

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast
Focus on the Family
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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Sep 22, 2020 • 12min
Balancing Your Family and Work in Busy Seasons
Every couple faces times of feeling disconnected. That can especially be true when you're trying to balance the demands of raising children and your career. John, Greg and Erin share things they learned and struggled with while facing the stresses of career and taking care of their kids. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates in Your Marriage: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofm-podcast-2020-09-22#refcd=993401Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/balancing-your-family-and-work-in-busy-seasons/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sep 17, 2020 • 12min
Making Your Marriage a Safe Place
When you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges, having a spouse to support you is one of life's greatest gifts. But in those tough seasons, your relationship can grow stronger than before. John and the Smalley's give some tips for strengthening your marriage in the challenging seasons. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGrowing Your Marriage in Times of Stress: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2019-12-3/#refcd=991206Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/making-your-marriage-a-safe-place/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sep 15, 2020 • 12min
When Your Spouse Comes from An Abusive Home
What do you do when your spouse comes from an abusive home? The pain can last for years, but it doesn't have to be the end of your story. Erin, Greg and John give a dose of hope to couples who are struggling with abuse from the past. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGrowing Your Marriage in Times of Stress: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2019-12-3/#refcd=991206Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-your-spouse-comes-from-an-abusive-home/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sep 10, 2020 • 13min
The Difference God Makes in Marriage
You can try your best, but some things in marriage are only doable with God's help. Without His influence, your efforts to be kind to your mate will only go so far. John, Greg and Erin discuss how God's love helps them to talk kindly to their spouse. Featuring Dr. David Clarke.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYMen Are Clams, Women Are Crowbars: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofm-podcast-2020-06-18#refcd=988401Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-difference-god-makes-in-marriage/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sep 8, 2020 • 12min
The Ways You and Your Spouse Communicate
News flash: you and your spouse communicate differently. With such stark contrasts, you'll eventually run into a misunderstanding. John, Erin and Greg explain how men and women are wired, and ways they've learned to better communicate in marriage. Featuring Dr. David Clarke.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYMen Are Clams, Women Are Crowbars: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofm-podcast-2020-06-18#refcd=988401Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-ways-you-and-your-spouse-communicate/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sep 3, 2020 • 11min
Qualities to Look for in a Spouse
The search for a godly spouse is a journey unlike any other. The key is in knowing what to look for. John, Erin and Greg give some helpful tips on what qualities to search for in a potential spouse. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYThe Birth Order Book: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofm-podcast-2020-07-28#refcd=986601Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/qualities-to-look-for-in-a-spouse/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sep 1, 2020 • 11min
Getting Back on Track Spiritually
Most Christian couples at some point will feel like they're not growing spiritually. How do you get out of those ruts? John, Greg and Erin lend some hope to couples who feel spiritually stuck, and give practical ideas for how you and your spouse can get closer to God. Featuring Pastor Craig Groeschel.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet More Episode Resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/getting-back-on-track-spiritually/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Aug 27, 2020 • 9min
Marriage Struggles & Your Birth-Order
Whether you're a first-born or the baby of the family, we all have a common struggle—selfishness. How do you get rid of it? John and the Smalley's talk about learning to recognize and let go of selfishness in their own marriages. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYThe Birth Order Book: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofm-podcast-2020-07-28#refcd=982401Get More Episode Resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/marriage-struggles-your-birth-order/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Aug 25, 2020 • 11min
Understanding Your Spouse's Personality
Appreciating your spouse's personality can prevent a lot of arguments. But what if your birth order and personality were connected? Erin, Greg and John talk about where they are in the birth-order and how it's influenced their personalities. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYThe Birth Order Book: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofm-podcast-2020-07-28#refcd=982401Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/understanding-your-spouses-personalityIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Aug 20, 2020 • 12min
Dealing with Your Past
We all have something from our childhood that can negatively affect our marriage. Whether it was a painful event or an unhealthy habit, we must deal with it. Greg and Erin talk with John about how they've learned to deal with their pasts. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY


