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May 19, 2024

Mark and Rosie Makinney: Fighting Porn in Marriage Part 1

How do we fight against pornography in marriage? Over the next two episodes Greg and Erin tackle this important subject with Mark and Rosie Makinney. Later we are joined by Focus on the Family Counselor Geremy Keeton to dive deeper into the effects of porn on marriage and as always we get a question from one of our listeners about rekindling intimacy after infidelity. Receive the book Aftershock for your donation of any amount! Help for Pornography Addiction Restoring Trust After a Confession...
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May 13, 2024

Gary Chapman: Five Love Languages for Marriage

What are your love languages? Dr. Gary Chapman joins Greg and Erin to breakdown the 5 love languages and why they are important in a marriage. Then Greg and Erin talk about their own love languages and how they are intentional in using those in their marriage. Later we answer a question from a listener about his struggles with emotional connection and communication. Receive the book the The Five Love Languages for your donation of any amount! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to l...
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May 6, 2024

The Impact of a Strong Wife

Celebrating Mom! Rebecca St. James joins Greg and Erin to discuss becoming a wife and mother. Rebecca also talks about the film about her families journey "Unsung Hero". Rebecca talks about her mom Helen Smallbone as she encouraged and supported her husband and kids in a time of crisis. Later we talk about how best to honor women. and we get a listener question about couples that are struggling with infertility. We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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April 29, 2024

The Two Will Become One Flesh Merger Moment

What happens when you have conflict in your marriage? Author Kari Trent Stageberg joins Greg and Erin to discuss the merge moment in her marriage and the steps they took as the two shall become one flesh. Later Greg and Erin will debunk another Marriage Myth and we get a powerful listener question from a woman trying to do everything she can to avoid the dreaded "D'" word. Receive the book The Merge for Marriage for your donation of any amount! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to...
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April 22, 2024

Unpacking 'Unsung Hero'

Greg and Erin talk with Luke and Joel Smallbone and their sister, Rebecca St. James talk about their own family story behind the Unsung Hero movie. The movie follows the family' s mother, Helen Smallbone , as she uses her faith to hold her husband and children together by turning struggles into an adventure and exercise their faith in God Later we will have our always fun conversation starter segment. We wrap the show with a listener question about settling while you are dating. We'd love to he...
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April 15, 2024

Dave and Ashley Willis: Boundaries with In-Laws (Part 2)

Greg and Erin continue their discussion with Dave and Ashley Willis about setting boundaries with your in-laws. Later Joannie DeBrito joins the show to weigh in on how to set healthy boundaries with your in-laws with your spouse. We wrap with a listener question from Jay about a spouse being unreceptive toward their feelings. Get Dave and Ashley's book for a gift of any amount! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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April 8, 2024

Dave and Ashley Willis: Boundaries with In-Laws (Part 1)

How do you set boundaries with in-laws? Today, Dave and Ashley Willis join Greg and Erin to discuss setting boundaries with in-laws. Plus, Sterling Knight-Pinneo joins to share his thoughts on setting biblical boundaries! Get Dave and Ashley's book for a gift of any amount! Interested in the book Boundaries Ashley mentioned? Click here to get it! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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March 31, 2024

Brad and Marilyn Rhoads: Have a Healthy Marriage through Weekly Marriage Dates

What is the key to a healthy marriage? Greg and Erin talk with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads about managing marriage expectations and weekly marriage dates. Plus, Greg and Erin tackle a popular marriage myth! Click Here to Receive the book The Grace Marriage for your donation of any amount! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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March 25, 2024

Chad and Tori Masters: Christian Marriage and Infertility

Can marriage survive infertility? Today, Chad and Tori Masters join Greg and Erin to talk about their journey waiting for their son, Micah. Plus, Bill Arbuckle gives a devotion about looking for God in waiting seasons! Check out this article to learn more about how you can thrive, even in a waiting season! Click here to listen to the Practice Makes Parent Podcast! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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March 18, 2024

Dr. Juli Slattery: What Does the Bible Say About Sex in Marriage?

What does the bible say about sex in marriage? Dr. Juli Slattery joins Greg and Erin to discuss the importance of sex in marriage. Plus, we have an extra long Q&A with some voicemails with some of our listeners! Get the Juli's book for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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March 10, 2024

Gary Thomas: Making Marriage Work When There are Signs That It's Over

How do you know your marriage is over? Gary Thomas joins Greg and Erin to talk about how marriage is hard, but worth it. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters! Get a copy of Gary's book, Cherish, for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! Click here to read Erin's article about healing separations. We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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March 4, 2024

Mo Isom Aiken: Battling a Selfish Mindset

How can you and your spouse successfully become a team? Mo Isom Aiken joins Greg and Erin to talk about what it's like being a wife and mother battling a "me" mindset. Plus, we'll hear from newlywed's Alex and Megan Seeley about how they learned to being to switch to a team mentality in marriage! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment!
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Feb. 26, 2024

Guy and Amber Lia: Marriage Stress Help

How does stress affect marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk to Guy and Amber Lia about how they learned to respond to stress in marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters! Get Guy and Amber's book for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
Feb. 19, 2024

Ted Cunningham: Making Marriage Work with Intentionality

What makes a marriage work? Ted Cunningham joins Greg and Erin to discuss how you can avoid marital drift. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk about how to build a firm foundation for your marriage! Get a copy of Ted's book for a gift of any amount! Want to learn more about the sacred pathways Greg mentioned? Click here to get the book! Need some help with your marriage? Contact our counseling team today! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assess...
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Feb. 12, 2024

Valentines Day Date and Gift Ideas

Need some Valentine's date ideas? Today, Greg and Erin host a roundtable with some married friends to share some Valentine's day ideas! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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Feb. 5, 2024

Levi and Jennie Lusko: Pride and Marriage

How can we overcome pride in marriage? Today, Levi and Jenni Lusko join Greg and Erin to talk about how pride destroys a marriage and some practical tips to practice humility with your spouse. Plus, Geremy Keeton stops by to share some thoughts on how to defend your marriage against pride! Get a copy of the book The Marriage Devotional for a gift of any amount! Need some help with your marriage? Contact our counseling team today! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a vo...
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Jan. 29, 2024

Dave and Ann Wilson: Happiness in Marriage with God at the Center

How can you have a marriage with God at the center? Dave and Ann Wilson join Greg and Erin to share their story of how they found happiness in marriage. Plus, we'll hear from newlyweds Kennedy and Olivia Unthank about how they have formed a Christ centered marriage! Get a copy of the book Vertical Marriage for a gift of any amount! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Need some help with your marriage? Contact our counseling team t...
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Jan. 22, 2024

Jason and Tori Benham: A Solution to Rekindle Your Marriage

How do you reignite your spark in marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jason and Tori Benham how to recognize signs your marriage is under spiritual attack and how to rekindle a marriage! Plus, we'll hear a devotion from our friend, Bill Arbuckle. Get a copy of Jason and Tori's book for a gift of any amount! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out these conversation starters to strengthen your relationship ...
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Jan. 15, 2024

Safa and Tovares Grey: The Fruit of the Spirit in Marriage

How do we show the fruit of the Spirit in marriage? Today, Safa and Tovares Grey join Greg and Erin to talk about what a strong Christian marriage can look like. Plus, we'll hear some good tips from Greg and Erin on how to correct your spouse with love! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! The Fruit of the Spirit is Goodness We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
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Jan. 8, 2024

Why Every Church Needs a Solid Marriage Ministry

Why is marriage ministry important? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jay and Laura Laffoon about how important things like premarital counseling, marriage mentoring, and marriage activities are essential to a thriving marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will give some practical tips for couples who want to serve together in church! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out this article for some practical tips for serving o...
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Jan. 1, 2024

Using "Heart Talk" to Improve Communication and Save Your Marriage

Are you struggling with communication in marriage? Today, Greg and Erin are joined by Matt and Angel Rigsby to discuss what they learned about how to improve communication in marriage by using heart talk. Plus, we'll hear some inspiring stories from some of our Hope Restored alumni! Wondering if the Hope Restored intensive is for you? Check out the details here. Want to take the Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment? Click here! Need some help figuring out what you're feeling? Check out the...
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Dec. 25, 2023

Christmas Stories from the Early Years of Marriage

Merry Christmas! On today's special holiday episode, Greg and Erin talk with some friends here at Focus on the Family about some early marriage stories from Christmas. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some holiday conversation starters! Check out some more conversation starters for the holiday season! Want to hear more about Greg's Furby story? Click here!
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Dec. 18, 2023

Overcoming Selfishness in Marriage

Do you struggle with selfishness in marriage? Dino and Ashley Petrone join Greg and Erin to talk about moving away from family after marriage and how that season taught them lessons about emotion connection in marriage. Plus, counselor Jerry Jones stops by to discuss some practical tips for overcoming selfishness in marriage! Receive the book Designed to Last for your donation of any amount! Are you and your spouse struggling to show the Fruits of the Spirit towards each other? Check out this ...
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Dec. 11, 2023

Loving a Fierce Woman

How can a husband lead a fierce woman? Kimberly and LeRoy Wagner join Greg and Erin to talk about fierce women and biblical leadership in marriage. Plus, we'll hear some amazing impact stories from our Hope Restored intensive and our amazing listeners! Receive the Fierce Women/Men Who Love Fierce Women bundle for your donation of any amount! Wondering if the Hope Restored intensive is for you? Check out the details here! Want to take the Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment? Click here! W...
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