Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

Money is one of the biggest reasons couples fight. Erin and Greg Smalley discuss how a tennis ball can sparked a big fight between them. Also, Jim Daly talks to Chuck and Ann Bentley about how Chuck repented of idolizing money. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Money Problems, Marriage Solutions Focus on Marriage Assessment Getting on the Same Page Financially in Marriage (Digital) Take the Reactive Cycle Assessment Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster

How do you know if you're actually making the best decisions for your marriage? We don't always get it right. Greg Smalley opens up about some mistakes he made and how he learned from them. You'll also hear Dr. Ron Welch and his wife Jan speak to Jim Daly about something they call "unspoken truths," and how they can influence your choices. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY 10 Choices Successful Couples Make Focus on Marriage Assessment The Best Choices

What do you do if your in-laws are making things difficult for you and your spouse? Drs. John Townsend and Henry Cloud talk with Jim Daly about how to respond if an in-law is pressuring you to do things that hinder you from prioritizing your marriage. Plus, Greg Smalley describes how he's learned to focus more on his marriage while not relying on his parents as much. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get today's featured resource, "Boundaries." Take

When the tension is high in your marriage, how do you and your spouse work through it? Fawn Weaver and Jim Daly share about ways you can de-escalate an argument with your mate. Then, Erin and Greg open up about how they've learned to get better at working through a conflict as a team. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY The Argument-Free Marriage Focus on Marriage Assessment Reducing Conflict in Your Marriage (Digital) Take the Reactive Cycle Assessment

In-law relationships can be some of the most complex after you get married. Dr. Gary Chapman joins Jim Daly to talk about responding in a Christ-like manner when your in-laws are not treating you fairly. Also, Erin Smalley discusses how this is a common issue for a lot of couples, and why you're not alone if this is your story. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Happily Ever After Focus on Marriage Assessment Becoming Friends With Your In-Laws Dow

What would happen in your marriage if you simply told your spouse what you love about them? Kathy Lipp joins Jim Daly to share about an experiment she and her church did with couples. Then, Erin Smalley discusses the difference that giving your spouse regular compliments can make. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Happy Habits for Every Couple Focus on Marriage Assessment Fun Ways to Pep Up Your Marriage Download the Godcaster App Crazy Little T

What if your marriage was only a small adjustment away from going to the next level? Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk to Jim Daly about 4 things you can do that'll keep the communication strong with your spouse. Also, Greg Smalley breaks down why simple habits add up over time. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Blended and Redeemed Focus on Marriage Assessment Redeeming Your Blended Marriage Download the Godcaster App Conversation Starters for

Just like your house needs a solid foundation, your marriage needs trust. Dr. Henry Cloud joins Jim Daly to share about why showing empathy is required for building trust. Then, Erin Smalley explains why trust is necessary for having a deeper friendship with your spouse. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Trust Focus on Marriage Assessment Learning to Build Healthy Trust Download the Godcaster App Counseling Consultation and Ref

Every wife longs to feel safe in her marriage. Jim Daly and Brant Hansen discuss why women find it so attractive if a man seeks to protect them. Also, Greg Smalley talks about how men need to step up and take responsibility for leading their wives well Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. The Men We Need Focus on Marriage Assessment Being the Man Your Family Needs Download the Godcaster App The Unique Matter of Manhood Support This Show! If you e

Men and women tend to respond to stress and situations very differently. Jim Daly and Gary Thomas address the differences in brain chemistry between husbands and wives. Then, John and the Smalley's discuss what a husband can do if a wife keeps bringing up the same problem in conversations. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Loving Him Well Focus on Marriage Assessment How to Positively Influence Your Husband Download the Godcaster App Counseling