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Focus on Marriage Podcast Focus on the Family
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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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Getting Rid of Unrealistic Sexual Expectations
Unrealistic expectations going into marriage will lead to disappointment. That principle also applies to sex. John, Erin and Greg discuss how unhealthy expectations is something many couples struggle with. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Shaunti Feldhahn and Dr. Michael Sytsma about loving your spouse, even when sex isn't going perfectly.
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5 Things Experts Wish You Knew About Healthy Sex in Marriage
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Choosing to Be Thankful for Your Mate
How do you remain thankful for your mate, even when you notice their flaws? John and the Smalley's share some ideas for seeing the best aspects of your spouse. Plus, Matt and Lisa Jacobson talk with Jim Daly about how God's love for us compels us to better love our mate.
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Four Ways Couples Can Wake Up from Feeling Stuck in Marriage
Believing the Best About Your Spouse
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Owning Your Faith, Even When Your Spouse Doesn’t Own Theirs
What can you do when your spouse isn't showing the spiritual maturity you'd hoped for? Jim Daly talks with Matt and Lisa Jacobson about why it's best to focus on your own walk with God. Also, John asks Greg and Erin about how you can practically stay focused on the Lord.
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Improve Your Marriage Through Thankfulness
Spiritual Unity: How I Built Trust in My Marriage
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The Different Ways Men and Women Are Romantic
What do you find romantic? John, Erin, and Greg share examples of what's romantic to them. Plus, Bill and Pam Farrel talk with Jim Daly about simple, yet effective ways you can romance your spouse.
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Romance: It's Not Just for Valentine's Day
Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse
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Passwords to Resolve Conflict
How do you and your spouse try to resolve conflict? John asks Greg and Erin about ways they've learned to get better at managing conflict in their relationship. You'll also hear a lighthearted discussion Jim Daly had with Bill and Pam Ferrel on how they've worked through misunderstandings.
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Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse
Why are Men Like Waffles? Why are Women Like Spaghetti?
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Couples and Credit Cards
How you talk about and make decisions on money as a couple is extremely important for the unity of your marriage. John and the Smalley's address common mistakes couples make regarding their finances. Then, Jim Daly speaks with Bob and Linda Lotich about some of the rules they have for handling money.
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How to Prevent Cyberbullying in Your Child’s Life
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Customer Reviews
Wonderful podcast
John and Greg provide such good insight on marriage and family relationships. I listen to this daily and find it informative and encouraging
Encouraging in this most discouraging season
I’m so glad I found this podcast. I appreciate every one who is sharing their marriage testimony. It gives me hope. God is faithful. The spiritual feeding I’m getting from every episode leaves me wanting more. It is so good and I can’t say thank you enough. Highly recommend a listen!
Great Resource
Honest, Direct, to the point, but from a Christian perspective. So many marriages could benefit from these podcasts.