Episodes
May 4, 2021
A Safe Place to Talk
"When it's been a long day, having a considerate spouse to share your feelings with is a wonderful gift. But how can you tell your mate what's really going on when you feel upset? John, Greg and Erin provide some guidelines ...
April 29, 2021
How God Wants to Use Your Imperfect Marriage
Marriage has a way of revealing some of our deepest fears. But no matter what you're afraid of today, God can help you overcome it. Greg, Erin and John open up about some of their struggles, and explain how God uses friends t...
April 27, 2021
The Difference a Helpful Friend Makes
When your marriage faces challenges, having a supportive friend to turn to can be so helpful. But how do you know if someone is a safe person to share your struggles with? Greg, Erin and John explain how you can find trustwor...
April 22, 2021
A Great Goal for Your Marriage
In the early stages of your relationship, it was easy to dream of the perfect marriage. But over time, as your expectations meet reality, it's easy to let discouragement set in. Erin, Greg and John discuss how to keep growing...
April 20, 2021
Developing Spiritual Strength in Your Marriage
Marriage was created by God to reflect His character to the world. But at the same time, we do have a spiritual enemy, the Devil, who hates God's precious design. When Satan attacks your relationship, how should you respond? ...
April 15, 2021
Dealing With the Root of Marriage Problems
John, Greg and Erin discuss how letting go of selfishness makes a big difference for when you face conflict as a couple. Get Today's Featured Resource for a gift of any amount "10 Choices Successful Couples Make: The Secret t...
April 13, 2021
Addressing a Sexual Struggle in Your Marriage
Many times, current sexual problems are related to something painful we've experienced. Whether it was abuse, pornography or past sexual experiences, such things can taint our perspective on intimacy. John, Greg and Erin prov...
April 8, 2021
What Your Spouse Really Needs
We all have things we want from our spouse. But there's an important distinction between a need and a desire. John, Greg and Erin will explain what true needs are in marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepo...
April 6, 2021
Early Birds & Night Owls
A common difference between many husbands and wives is where one likes to wake up early and the other prefers to sleep in late. If left unaddressed, this can lead to a lot of conflict in a marriage. How do you navigate a rela...
April 1, 2021
Rebuilding Trust in a Broken Marriage
Many marriages have been hurt by the sting of broken trust. If the relationship with your spouse is clouded by distrust, where do you turn to for help? If hope seems dim in your relationship today, John, Greg and Erin will of...
March 25, 2021
Contrasts in Communication
In marriage, it's very common for you and your spouse to have opposite communication styles. As our differences become more evident, it's easy for us to misunderstand each other. John and the Smalleys provide some helpful ide...
March 23, 2021
Doing Life in the Same Boat
If we're honest, we all have annoying habits. In marriage, it's very common for those same habits to get on our spouse's nerves. John and the Smalleys share things they've learned from their own journeys and how you can work ...
March 18, 2021
Love Styles & Your Sex Life
A good sex life is built on a foundation of trust. But achieving trust in your marriage requires intentional effort. John, Greg and Erin explain how patience and vulnerability can strengthen your marriage and benefit your sex...
March 16, 2021
Overcoming Sexual Obstacles in Your Marriage
The sexual relationship with your spouse is one of the most important parts of your marriage. But having a good sex life requires intentional and honest communication. Greg, Erin and John address working through different exp...
March 11, 2021
When You Misunderstand Your Mate
Every marriage faces misunderstandings. While they can be awkward in the moment, they can also be something you laugh about it in the future. John, Erin and Greg tell how they've learned to work through misunderstandings in t...
March 9, 2021
Serving Your Special Someone
Serving your spouse is a wonderful thing. But what would your marriage look like if you served your mate without expecting anything in return? John, Greg and Erin share stories from their own experience, and give some tips fo...
March 4, 2021
Recovering a Broken Relationship
When trust has been shattered in your marriage, the recovery process can take months or even years. Is there hope when your relationship is hanging on by a thread? If you or a couple you know is trying to rebuild trust in the...
March 2, 2021
Avoiding an Affair
Most affairs can be traced back to something small. A tiny compromise, a little white lie, and before you know it, your marriage is in serious trouble. John, Greg and Erin provide some guidance on how to guard your marriage f...
Feb. 25, 2021
Marriage is Like a Canoe
When your spouse gets on your nerves, it hits much closer to home than when someone else does. If left unchecked, those little annoyances can become sources of tension and conflict. John and the Smalleys explain how working t...
Feb. 23, 2021
Having Fun With Your Differences
It's common for spouses with completely different personalities to find each other. The early bird marries a night owl, and an extrovert marries an introvert, With such contrasts, it's easy to get annoyed with your spouse. Bu...
Feb. 18, 2021
God's Plan for Your Sex Life
God designed sex to be a wonderful gift for you and your spouse. Yet, many couples are trying to work through a sexual struggle. If that's you today, we want to give you some hope. John, Greg and Erin discuss God's design for...
Feb. 16, 2021
Making Space for Humor
Some of the sweetest memories with your spouse will probably involve laughing together. The truth is, appreciating each other's sense of humor can be one of the greatest blessings in your relationship. Greg and Erin tell John...
Feb. 11, 2021
Being There for Your Spouse
We all want our spouse to be there for us. No matter what happens in life, having a faithful mate through the good and bad times can be so comforting. John talks with Greg and Erin about what it looks like for husbands to tre...
Feb. 9, 2021
Adjusting With Changing Seasons
It's been said before that as the seasons change, so do we as people. The truth is, as years come and go, you and your spouse won't be the same people as when you first got married. John, Greg and Erin give some tips on doing...