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Focus on the Family

If you’re married — or soon to be — you’ve got questions. What makes this relationship work? How do I fix it when it breaks? Where do I go when I need help? Host John Fuller and marriage experts Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley help answer those questions with practical, down-to-earth insights based on God’s design for marriage. Find answers and inspiration in every short episode of this Christian marriage podcast.

Focus on Marriage Podcast

If you or your spouse are dealing with a serious struggle, how can you be honest and get help? David and Krista Dunham share with Jim Daly about how Krista struggled with an eating disorder, and some mistakes they made too. Then, Greg and Erin will give you some ideas for if your spouse is struggling, but isn't seeking the help they need.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Table for Two for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Hope Restored
 
 
 
Healing My Life and marriage After an Eating Disorder 
 
 
 
Contact our Counseling Team 
 
 
 
Resources: Eating Disorders
 
 
 
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Eating Disorders & Mental Illness

Do you remember when you were dating and you wanted to marry your special someone? Greg Smalley tells about the moment he knew he wanted to marry Erin. Also, Jim Daly chats with Cubbie Fink and his wife Rebecca St. James on how Cubbie intentionally pursued her.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
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Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
 
 
Finding God's Love in Marriage and Life 
 
 
 
Practice Makes Parent 
 
 
 
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When Falling in Love Becomes Intentional

Your spouse may be wonderful, but it's not wise to find all of your happiness from them. Erin Smalley shares why couples need to look for satisfaction in God, not just marriage. Then, Jim Daly talks to Rebecca St. James and her husband Cubbie. She discusses how surrendered her dream of having a family to God.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Lasting Ever: Faith, Music, Family, and Being Found by True Love for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
 
 
Finding God's Love in Marriage and Life 
 
 
 
Practice Makes Parent 
 
 
 
Unsung Hero Official Lionsgate Website
 
 
 
Support This Show!
 
 
 
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Marriage Won’t Solve Discontentment

Every couple goes through loss sometimes. John and Greg open up about times they went through loss in their marriages, and how God showed up during those times. Also, Jim and Jean Daly share how they worked through a season of mourning.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book The Healthy Marriage Devotional for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
 
 
Five Ways to Grow Closer as a Couple 
 
 
 
Contact our Counseling Team 
 
 
 
Hope Restored
 
 
 
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When You Walk Through a Mourning Season

Have you or your spouse ever had an unexpected outburst? It might be that there are unrealistic expectations underneath the surface. Greg and Erin talk to Jim and Jean Daly about how they've worked through expectations and misunderstandings. Plus, John asks the Smalley's how you can practice genuine honesty for the sake of your marriage.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book The Healthy Marriage Devotional for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
 
 
Five Ways to Grow Closer as a Couple 
 
 
 
Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage 
 
 
 
Contact our Counseling Team
 
 
 
Support This Show!
 
 
 
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Dealing with Unmet Expectations and Offenses

So many people regret not spending enough time with their family. How do you avoid making that very mistake? Erin Smalley addresses how she's seen that very scenario in her counseling office. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Jerry Jenkins about things he learned from interviewing five high-profile men, and how that inspired him to spend time with his wife and kids.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Hedges for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Hope Restored
 
 
 
How to Guard Your Marriage From Temptation 
 
 
 
5 Traditional Marriage Vows: What They Mean and Why They're Still Important 
 
 
 
The Hedges Challenge
 
 
 
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You’ll Want More Time with Your Family

Flirting might seem harmless. But, it's dangerous to flirt with someone who isn't your spouse. Jerry Jenkins tells Jim Daly a poignant story of how flirting led to an affair with a couple he knew at church. He'll also discuss importance of keeping your wedding vows. Then, John and the Smalley's encourage you to remember and think about your wedding vows, even if you've been married for a long time.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Hedges for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Hope Restored
 
 
 
How to Guard Your Marriage From Temptation 
 
 
 
5 Traditional Marriage Vows: What They Mean and Why They're Still Important 
 
 
 
The Hedges Challenge
 
 
 
Support This Show!
 
 
 
If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Flirting and Wedding Vows

How are you dealing with the baggage you've brought into your marriage? We all bring some, but the key is taking appropriate action to address it. David and Krista Dunham talk to Jim Daly about how they discovered Krista had an eating disorder while they were dating. Also, Erin Smalley discusses what you can do if your spouse has a serious problem, but is not seeking help.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Table for Two for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Hope Restored
 
 
 
Healing My Life and marriage After an Eating Disorder 
 
 
 
Contact our Counseling Team 
 
 
 
Body Image Issues and Eating Disorders
 
 
 
Support This Show!
 
 
 
If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

When an Underlying Issue Becomes a Big Problem

Perfectionism is something many people struggle with. It's also very bad for your marriage. Jim Daly talks to David & Krista Dunham on how her struggles with perfectionism led to an eating disorder. You'll also hear from Greg Smalley, who will share about giving yourself grace, even if you mess up.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Table for Two for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Hope Restored
 
 
 
Healing My Life and marriage After an Eating Disorder 
 
 
 
Contact our Counseling Team 
 
 
 
Body Image Issues and Eating Disorders
 
 
 
Support This Show!
 
 
 
If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Why Perfectionism is Dangerous for a Marriage

How was God working in your heart before you met your spouse? Jim Daly talks to Rebecca St. James and her husband Cubbie Fink on lessons God taught them and ways they stayed active before they walked down the aisle. Plus, John asks Greg how God can redeem your story, even if you don't like how your marriage is going.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Lasting Ever: Faith, Music, Family, and Being Found by True Love for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
 
 
Finding God's Love in Marriage and Life 
 
 
 
Practice Makes Parent 
 
 
 
Unsung Hero Official Lionsgate Website
 
 
 
Support This Show!
 
 
 
If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

God Was Working Before You Got Married

There are times where every couple doesn't feel as close as they desire. How do you handle those moments? John, Greg and Erin talk about their own experiences of working through the seasons of feeling disconnected. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.

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