Focus On The Family Marriage Podcast

When facing a big decision, it's critical for you and your spouse to work out an agreement. But how do you get there? Greg and Erin Smalley chat with John Fuller about a time they've had to make a big transition in their relationship. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Bill and Pam Farrel on when they had to trust God with one of Pam's career dreams.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the Marriage Meet Up Bundle" for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   What Does God Want You to Accomplish as Husband and Wife?   Difficult Decisions May Leave You at an Impasse   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Having a great marriage is about more than doing what's right. It also involves communicating to your mate, "I'm thinking about you!" John Fuller chats with Erin Smalley on the topic of not making your communication all about business items. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Bill and Pam Farrel, who address some things that've made their communication effective.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the Marriage Meet Up Bundle" for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   What Does God Want You to Accomplish as Husband and Wife?   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Even if a couple faces a trying season, it's amazing to see spouses who are committed to each other. John Fuller talks with Greg and Erin Smalley about the power of commitment during hard seasons, and Jim Daly speaks with Gary Thomas about a couple he's seen walk through serious health struggles.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "Making Your Marriage a Fortress" for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   Counseling Services   Don’t Let the Storms of Life Wash Your Marriage Away   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When your marriage faces a storm, it can either make your relationship stronger or hurt it. Jim Daly talks with author and pastor Gary Thomas about lessons couples can learn from storms, plus John Fuller and Greg Smalley address how a storm doesn't have to completely ruin your marriage.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "Making Your Marriage a Fortress" for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   Counseling Services   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Trying new things can be a wonderful way to add adventure to your marriage. Jim Daly talks with Chris and Jenni Graebe about some adventures they've had. Plus, John Fuller speaks with the Smalley's about which one of them is more adventures, and communicating with your spouse about trying something new.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "The Rhythm of Us" for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   Healthy Individuals Create Healthy Marriages   How to Create Adventure Out of the Ordinary in Your Marriage   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Truly loving your spouse will result in showing loving actions. John and Greg discuss how husbands can do things to help their wives, and Jim Daly talks with Chris and Jenni Graebe about how men can give their wives a night off from watching the kids.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "The Rhythm of Us" for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   Protect Yourself from Marriage Burnout   Healthy Individuals Create Healthy Marriages   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sadly, many people walk into marriage with trauma in their past. John and Erin provide some hope to those who've faced trauma, and Jim Daly speaks with Dr. Juli Slattery on how to help your mate emotionally heal from past abuse.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "Finding the Hero in Your Husband" for your donation of any amount!   Listening is the First Step to Conflict Resolution in L.U.V.E.   Counseling Services   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In many marriages, one or both spouses admit to not feeling fulfilled sexually. John and Erin offer some advice for husbands on how to pursue their wives emotionally, and Jim Daly talks with Dr. Juli Slattery on how wives can enjoy physical intimacy.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "Finding the Hero in Your Husband" for your donation of any amount!   Conversation Starters for Date Nights   Counseling Services   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Money is a common thing married couples fight over. John talks with the Smalley's about financial conflicts they've experienced, and Jim Daly speaks with Bill and Pam Farrel about three different approaches people have with money.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "Marriage Meet up Bundle" for your donation of any amount!   Making a Financial Plan Matters to Your Marriage   Money and Marriage - How to Thrive in Love and Money   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A great habit to establish is consistent communication with your spouse. To help you achieve that, Jim Daly talks with marriage experts Bill and Pam Farrel about three things you can discuss in a weekly meeting with your mate. Plus, John Fuller and Greg Smalley explain why it's good to be intentional in your communication.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the "Marriage Meet up Bundle" for your donation of any amount!   Wife Wants Better Communication in Marriage: A Guide for Mentors   A Guy’s Guide to Romance   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

God's love is meant to be the foundation of a successful marriage. Greg talks with John about a couple he admires, and Erin shares how to lean on God's love, even if you're disappointed in your spouse. Also, Jim Daly talks with marriage counselors, Howard and Danielle Taylor, about the difference it makes to trust God in the relationship with your mate.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the book "The Fundamentals of Marriage" for your donation of any amount!   Counseling Department   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime   God's Design for Marriage   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the book "The Fundamentals of Marriage" for your donation of any amount!   Counseling Department   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime   Covenant: The Heart of the Marriage Mystery   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Finding reasons to laugh with your mate is healthy, but making fun of your spouse can be very bad for your relationship. Greg talks with John about a lesson he learned in his own marriage on this topic, plus Erin will provide some encouragement to people who have been hurt by their spouse's words. Also, Jim Daly talks with Chris and Jenni Graebe about things they've observed in other couples. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "The Rhythm of Us" for your donation of any amount!Counseling DepartmentStrengthen Your Emotional Connection in Marriage by Building Your Friendship Listen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever tried something you expected to be fun as a couple, but it didn't work out? John talks with the Smalley's about how it's happened in their own marriage, and Jim Daly speaks with Chris and Jenni Graebe about things they learned from a vacation that didn't go so well.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "The Rhythm of Us" for your donation of any amount!Three Ways to Invest in Your Marriage (And Have Fun Along the Way) Strengthen Your Emotional Connection in Marriage by Building Your Friendship Listen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How can a husband step up and lead well? Erin Smalley addresses common complaints she hears from wives about their husbands, and John and Greg discuss ways wives can be an encourager. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Juli Slattery share how wives can ask their husbands to lead their families well.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet Juli Slattery's book "Finding the Hero in Your Husband" for your donation of any amountHow Respecting Your Husband Can Make Him a Better Leader at Home Are You Looking for the Hero in Your Husband?Listen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever had a moment where you thought your husband was right about something, only to find out he was wrong? Greg shares a story with John and Erin about a time he made a mistake as a husband, and Jim Daly speaks with Dr. Juli Slattery about a funny moment with her husband. Plus, Erin will speak to wives who are discouraged because their husbands are not owning their faults.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet Juli Slattery's book "Finding the Hero in Your Husband" for your donation of any amountGet More Episode ResourcesListen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Being intentional about consistent communication is vital to the overall health of your marriage. Jim Daly talked with Bill and Pam Farrel about how they a weekly meeting with each other, and John speaks with Greg and Erin about establishing good habits in your relationship.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Jeff and Sarah's book "Together Through the Storms" for your donation of any amount. Get More Episode ResourcesListen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Having a sense of humor can help your marriage, even if you're facing a difficult season. John speaks with Greg and Erin about keeping laughter alive in your marriage during hard moments. Plus, Jim Daly talked to Jeff and Sarah Walton who have learned to keep humor in their relationship amidst some serious health challenges.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Jeff and Sarah's book "Together Through the Storms" for your donation of any amount. Get More Episode ResourcesListen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A healthy marriage is built on a great friendship. John talks with the Smalley's about what has kept their friendship strong, and if you need to have common interests to be friends. Also, Jim Daly spoke with Howard and Danielle Taylor about how they've learned to be good friends, and have fun together. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "The Fundamentals of Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-03-14?refcd=1641713Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/maintaining-a-healthy-friendship-with-your-mate/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1641713If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It's likely that you and your spouse have differing styles for how you handle conflict. John and the Smalley's explain how they've seen this play out in their own marriages. Plus, Jim Daly talked with Howard and Danielle Taylor about ways they learned to navigate their different conflict styles. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "The Fundamentals of Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-03-14?refcd=1641713Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-your-communication-style-is-different/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1641713If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/