Episodes
Jan. 10, 2023
Praying the Lord’s Prayer
One of the most famous prayers Jesus prayed is called The Lord's Prayer. John, Erin and Greg discuss how praying with your mate can improve your marriage, and they also share some of their favorite parts of The Lord's Prayer…
Jan. 5, 2023
Prioritizing Your Marriage in a Blended Family
Making a blended family marriage work takes relying on God's love and grace. But what do you do when you're struggling to get on the same page spiritually? John and Greg provide hope to couples in blended families where one …
Jan. 3, 2023
When Children Oppose a Remarriage
It can be a very tricky situation if a parent wants to get remarried, but a child is opposed to it. John talks with Erin about how a son or daughter can respectfully speak to a parent about possibly getting remarried. Featur…
Dec. 29, 2022
Sex from Your Spouse's Perspective
When it comes to sex, it's good to consider what your spouse wants as more important than what you want. John talks to the Smalley's about why it's not good for the marriage if you respond poorly after your spouse turns down…
Dec. 27, 2022
Common Misconceptions About Sex
Many couples struggle to talk about sex because they fear being vulnerable. John speaks with Greg and Erin about common struggles and misconceptions couples have about sex. Featuring Mr. Gary Thomas and Mrs. Debra Fileta. Fi…
Dec. 22, 2022
When Your Parent's Marriage Wasn't Good
How can you be a good spouse if your parents didn't model a healthy marriage for you? John, Greg and Erin offer hope to those who didn't come from a good family. Featuring Mr. Bob Lepine. Find us online at focusonthefamily.c…
Dec. 20, 2022
Love Like a Bulldog
The wedding vows are a significant part of the ceremony, and a sign of true commitment. John talks with Greg and Erin about the importance of wedding vows, and how to stay filled with God's love in your marriage. Featuring M…
Dec. 15, 2022
Praying Through Marital Struggles
Prayer is a powerful tool to help you and your spouse get closer. John speaks with Greg and Erin about the ways they've seen prayer make a difference in a marriage, and how to be honest in your prayers. Featuring Mr. Ryan an…
Dec. 13, 2022
"Lord, Please Fix My Spouse."
When you're annoyed at your spouse, it's easy to pray, "God, please change my mate!" Yet, a more mature approach is learning to recognize your own flaws first. John chats with Greg and Erin about more effective ways to pray…
Dec. 8, 2022
5 Tips for Blended Families
In a blended family, the dynamics of learning to get along can be very tricky. However, with God's help, a relationship can work out in the long run. John, Greg and Erin share how a blended family can survive some of the sto…
Dec. 6, 2022
When a Kid is Rejecting Your Spouse
If a child is struggling to get along with your spouse, it can put quite a strain on your marriage. John, Greg and Erin offer some hope for people who are in between a conflict with their mate and a child. Featuring Dr. Gary…
Dec. 1, 2022
Sex and Healthy Expectations
Almost every disappointment in marriage can be traced to an unmet expectation. The same is true about sex. John, Greg and Erin offer some hope to wives who are struggling to enjoy sex. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta, and Mr. Ga…
Nov. 29, 2022
Designed for Mutual Pleasure
Almost every disappointment in marriage can be traced to an unmet expectation. The same is true about sex. John, Greg and Erin offer some hope to wives who are struggling to enjoy sex. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta, and Mr. Ga…
Nov. 24, 2022
Expressing True Humility to Your Spouse
Have you ever done something nice for your spouse, but deep inside, you were hoping for a compliment? We've all been guilty of that in some way. John, Greg and Erin share about the importance of humility in marriage, and how…
Nov. 22, 2022
Being Kind When You Feel Like Being Mean
There are times when it's easy to be kind to everyone else, but rude your spouse. What do you do in those moments? John, Greg and Erin discuss things they've learned from a famous passage on love, 1 Corinthians chapter 13. F…
Nov. 17, 2022
When You Struggle to Pray for Your Spouse
You and your spouse want a marriage that honors God. Yet, how can you make time for things like praying together when your schedule is full? John, Greg and Erin provide some ideas for making time for prayer, even when life i…
Nov. 15, 2022
Compassion and Restoration for a Porn Addict
If you find out your husband is struggling with porn, your initial reaction might be very negative. However, shaming your mate is not the solution, God's grace is. John, Greg and Erin offer a word of hope to wives whose husb…
Nov. 10, 2022
Communicating with Your Spouse About Sibling Rivalries
If two of your kids aren't getting along, it can cause a lot of stress in your marriage. John, Erin and Greg discuss times when their kids haven't gotten along, and offer hope to couples who are in blended families. Featurin…
Nov. 8, 2022
Loving Your Blended Family
Millions of people today are in a blended family. While some of those relationships can be very good, many are facing a lot of challenges. Greg, Erin and John give some hope to couples who are struggling with the pain of a p…
Nov. 3, 2022
What Sex Needs to Be
Sex is part of God's beautiful design for marriage. Yet, many people today are walking into marriage with a sexual secret. John, Erin and Greg provide some insights on how sex can benefit a marriage, and where to find help i…
Nov. 1, 2022
Sex & a Heart Connection
Sex is about so much more than just a physical connection. It's also about connecting your heart to your spouse's heart. John, Greg and Erin offer a helpful idea for husbands regarding physical intimacy. Featuring Mr. Gary T…
Oct. 27, 2022
Defining God's Love
We all want to feel loved. Yet, real love isn't the same as it's typically portrayed in entertainment. John and Greg discuss the beauty and the difficulties that come with marriage, and why it's a relationship worth pursuing…
Oct. 25, 2022
Good & Bad Definitions of Love
It's easy to say, "I love you," during the dating phase of a relationship? But, what does that phrase truly mean. John, Greg and Erin offer a perspective on why saying, "I love you," is a significant phrase to use. Featuring…
Oct. 20, 2022
When a Wife Struggles with Porn
Troubling statistics indicate that pornography addiction is not just a problem for men, but a lot of women are also struggling with it too. John, Greg and Erin discuss how a husband can respond if a wife confesses she's batt…