Episodes

Embracing God’s Redemption
Dec. 2, 2025

Embracing God’s Redemption

Focus on the Family In Christ, you can experience redemption, even after you've made poor choices in your marriage. Jim Daly talks with Jim Turner on how to confront lies you might believe about yourself. Then, Greg shares ho...
Be Focused and Have Fun
Nov. 27, 2025

Be Focused and Have Fun

How do you like to bless your mate and ask him or her, "how are you doing?" It's good to make that a regular part of your relationship. The Smalley's joined Jim and Jean Daly to discuss the importance of making your marriage ...
Fine China, and Simple Blessings
Nov. 25, 2025

Fine China, and Simple Blessings

What does the Bible mean when it calls wives a "weaker vessel?" Jay and Laura Laffoon join Jim Daly to offer a beautiful perspective on what that term actually means. Then, Erin and Greg explain why speaking encouragement to ...
Be Careful with Physical Touch
Nov. 20, 2025

Be Careful with Physical Touch

Most affairs can be traced back to small compromises. Erin Smalley addresses how she's seen that very truth in her counseling practice, and why there's still hope if you're feeling tempted. Plus, Jim Daly and popular author, ...
Practical Ways to Guard Against Temptation
Nov. 18, 2025

Practical Ways to Guard Against Temptation

All of us need boundaries to protect ourselves from sexual temptation. Greg and Erin open up about something that helps them fight tempting thoughts. Then, Jim Daly talks to Jerry Jenkins about how men can protect themselves ...
Talking at the Heart Level
Nov. 13, 2025

Talking at the Heart Level

What helps you and your spouse connect emotionally? Jim Daly speaks to Tara Lalonde and Dr. Bob Paul about a concept they refer to as Heart Talk, and how you can practically do it. Plus, Erin provides hope to couples who are ...
She Climbed Out a Window
Nov. 11, 2025

She Climbed Out a Window

It's common for you and your spouse to have different styles for trying to resolve conflict. Jim Daly joins Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde, who both open up about times they worked through conflict with their spouses. Then, Jo...
“I Messed Up! Can My Story Be Redeemed?”
Nov. 6, 2025

“I Messed Up! Can My Story Be Redeemed?”

It's easy to believe the lie that things won't get better. But, we serve a God who's in the business of redemption. Jim Turner sits down with Jim Daly to explain how God has healed his story, even after his first marriage fai...
Going for a Heart Walk
Nov. 4, 2025

Going for a Heart Walk

When was the last time you and your spouse went for a walk together? Erin Smalley discusses how the simple activity of going for a walk can help you and your spouse connect. Then, Jim Daly interviews Jim Turner on something c...
The Words You Say to Your Mate
Oct. 30, 2025

The Words You Say to Your Mate

Do your words encourage or tear down your spouse? Jim Daly speaks to Jay and Laura Laffoon on how they've learned to be more encouraging to each other. Then, Erin Smalley gives some pointers for the person who recognizes they...
Getting Rid of Hurry-Syndrome
Oct. 28, 2025

Getting Rid of Hurry-Syndrome

Saying "yes," to too many things is really bad for your marriage. Greg opens up about how he's learning to try and pull back from too many commitments. Also, Jay and Laura Laffoon join Jim Daly to share why prioritizing your ...
Run from Pornography!
Oct. 23, 2025

Run from Pornography!

Jesus tells us in the New Testament that looking lustfully at someone is equivalent to committing adultery in your heart. Greg Smalley explains why watching pornography will do serious damage to your marriage. Plus, Jim Daly ...
When Temptation is Still Around
Oct. 21, 2025

When Temptation is Still Around

When you got married, it was easy to believe sexual temptation might disappear. John and Erin explain why temptation still needs to be dealt with even after you get married. Then, Jim Daly and author Jerry Jenkins share why G...
Stay Curious About Your Spouse
Oct. 16, 2025

Stay Curious About Your Spouse

How do you stay curious about your spouse, even if you've been married for a long time? Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde speak to Jim Daly about why there's always something new to learn about your mate. Also, John talks with Er...
Why Codependency is so Toxic
Oct. 14, 2025

Why Codependency is so Toxic

If you're focused too much on your spouse's issues, that might be a sign of codependency. Jim Daly talks with Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde, on how you need to deal with your own problems first before trying to fix your spous...
The Dangers of Not Engaging Emotionally
Oct. 9, 2025

The Dangers of Not Engaging Emotionally

To not try to understand your wife's emotions can do great damage in your marriage. John asks Erin Smalley about how it makes a wife feel if her husband dismisses her emotions. Then, Jim Turner and Jim Daly explain why loving...
When Your Husband is Emotionally Distant
Oct. 7, 2025

When Your Husband is Emotionally Distant

What do you do if your husband is not connecting with you emotionally? Jim Daly interviews Jim Turner about how he struggled with being emotionally distant in his first marriage. Also, Greg Smalley shares how he's learned to ...
Too Busy to Date Your Spouse?
Oct. 2, 2025

Too Busy to Date Your Spouse?

You want fun dates with your spouse, but what if you simply don't have much time on your plate? Jay and Laura Laffoon speak with Jim Daly about how you can still make date nights a priority, even if you have a demanding sched...
Don't Skip Date Night
Sept. 30, 2025

Don't Skip Date Night

Date nights should be a part of every couple's schedule no matter how long you've been married. Jay and Laura Laffoon, who've been together for four decades, speak with Jim Daly about why their marriage is better because of d...
Sexual Issues & Erasing Shame
Sept. 25, 2025

Sexual Issues & Erasing Shame

The statistics on how many Christian men are viewing porn regularly are very sad. Jim Daly talks with Sherri Mueller and Erin Smalley on how sexual sin is having negative consequences on young people. Also, John and the Small...
Enjoying Physical Intimacy Regularly
Sept. 23, 2025

Enjoying Physical Intimacy Regularly

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul encourages couples to not go too long without physical intimacy. Jim Daly talks to Erin Smalley and Sherri Mueller on why it matters for a couple to not neglect sex in marriage. Then, Dr...
Don’t Play the Blame Game
Sept. 18, 2025

Don’t Play the Blame Game

When you're upset, one of the worst things you can do is fixate too much on blaming your spouse. Dr. Greg Smalley shares a story about a time he snapped at Erin, and how he learned from it. Plus, Jim Daly joins Dr. Bob Paul a...
When a Button is Pushed, and Self Care
Sept. 16, 2025

When a Button is Pushed, and Self Care

How do you respond well when one of your buttons gets pushed in marriage? Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde talk with Jim Daly about examining the reasons why your buttons get pushed. Also, John Fuller asks Erin Smalley about how...
When a Friend Calls You Out
Sept. 11, 2025

When a Friend Calls You Out

Having supportive friends is one of the best ways to keep your marriage strong. Jim Turner tells Jim Daly a story about a time a friend called him out on something. Plus, Erin Smalley shares what women need from friends who l...