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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

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.

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8:56

You’re Not Your Spouse’s Holy Spirit

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/04/09

What if you took a second to pray for your spouse before criticizing him or her? Jim Daly joins Ron and Deb DeArmond on why you cannot be your spouse's Holy Spirit. They also tell a beautiful story of how Ron proposed to her again decades after they'd gotten married. Then, Erin explains why it's good to remind your mate, "you're still the one." Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book I Choose You Today for your donation of any amount! Focus

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9:40

Starting with Prayer

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2026/04/07

How do you and your spouse pray together? Greg and Erin Smalley open up about what Bible verses they pray over each other. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Ryan and Selena Frederick on how The Lord's Prayer from the New Testament can be a good prayer outline for you and your spouse. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book 40 Prayers for My Spouse Bundle for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Making Prayer a Priority in Your

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13:29

4 Big Decisions

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/04/02

What if a small choice could have a tremendous impact on your marriage? Jim Daly has a conversation with Arlene Pellicane on 4 choices you can make to have a better relationship. At the end, Greg and Erin will give some thoughts on how to have fun together. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Making Marriage Easier for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Four Key Decisions for Loving Your Spouse for Life Three

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12:50

Take Time to Talk

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/31

Is there a certain amount of time that you have to spend with your spouse on a daily basis? Greg Smalley gives some research-backed information on the right amount of time couples should talk to each other. Also, Jim Daly asks Trey and Lea Morgan about making time together a priority. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book 10 Ways to a Stronger Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Secrets to a Strong and

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9:42

Don’t Settle for Control or Manipulation

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/26

We all have times of conflict, but what if it feels like your spouse is being controlling or manipulative? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Ron Welch and his wife Jan, who overcame control issues in their own marriage. Plus, John and Erin share how to know if you're truly being the best spouse you can be. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Controlling Husband for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment How to Deal With a

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12:40

Don’t Pretend, Move Forward

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/24

Does it feel hard to forgive your spouse when he or she has hurt you? Jim Daly joins Dr. Randy Schroeder to explain why forgiving your mate is necessary for a healthy marriage. Then, John and Greg will encourage you to focus on small improvement points you can make as a couple. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment How to Break Bad Habits and

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11:04

“What I’m Hearing You Say Is …”

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/19

We've all had moments where we misunderstood our spouse. Greg opens up about some of the ways he's not understood things Erin has said. Then, Jim Daly joins Rob and Gina Flood, who give some practical ways you can clarify a miscommunication with your mate. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book With These Words for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Better Ways to Communicate With Your Spouse Contact our Counseling

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11:47

3 Questions to Make Your Marriage Better

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/17

It's easy to play blame-games in your marriage, but it's better to ask yourself some hard questions. Greg Smalley opens up about some times where he got honest with himself. Then, Dr. Gary Chapman joins Jim Daly to share how three questions can help you have a more Christ-like attitude in your marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment

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14:01

When a Wife Encourages Her Man

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/12

One of the most powerful things a wife can do is encourage her husband. Ann Wilson and her husband Dave talk to Jim Daly about a time where she chose to speak words of life into Dave's heart. Also, Greg opens up about how meaningful it is when Erin encourages him. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book How to Speak Life to Your Husband for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Revive Your Marriage By Becoming Your

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12:32

Laugh When Things Go Wrong

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/10

When was the last time you and your spouse laughed at something? Ted Cunningham sits down with Jim Daly to share a few times he and his wife Amy have found reasons to laugh together. You'll also hear from Greg and Erin about how they've learned to find reasons to laugh amidst a very busy season. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Love That Laughs for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Bringing Laughter to Your

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12:24

“What Happened to the Person I Married?”

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/05

Most couples go through a tough season where you wonder, "What happened to the honeymoon phase?" Greg Smalley shares some statistics on how many couples are actually struggling today. Also, Jim Daly speaks with Jay Payleitner on how he's helped couples who've drifted from each other. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book 52 Things Wives Need From Their Husbands for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Practical Ideas

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11:08

Overcome Loneliness by Talking

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/03/03

We're living in a lonely generation today. Dr. Heather Holleman and her husband Ashley join Jim Daly to address the dangers of isolation and how to form warm connections. Then, John asks Erin Smalley about how you can reconnect with your spouse. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Six Conversations for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment How To Have Meaningful Conversations With Your Spouse Conversation

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11:09

Let Go of Control, Open Your Heart

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/26

Being successful in marriage sometimes looks like letting go of unrealistic expectations and striving for real connection. Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink talk with Jim Daly about a few adjustments they made in their own communication. Also, Greg and Erin provide some hope for husbands who struggle to connect with a really emotional wife. 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

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13:46

When He Popped the Question

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/24

What was the moment like when you got engaged? Greg and Erin Smalley tell the story of when he asked Erin to marry him. Then, Jim Daly talks to Rebecca St. James and her husband Cubbie on how he popped the question on a wintry night in Nashville 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

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11:19

“Let’s Not Talk Now”

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/19

One of the best lessons in marriage is that you don't have to solve everything this very moment. Sometimes, it's best to take a deep breath. Jim Daly and his wife Jean talk to the Smalley's about why slowing down can help bring the tension down when you're upset at your mate. Also, Erin will give you some pointers for how to make things right if you haven't been treating your spouse well. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Healthy

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9:08

“I Won’t Spend a Dime, Greg”

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/17

Have you ever misunderstood something your spouse said? We've all done it at some point. Jim Daly chats with Greg and Erin about a time they worked through a misunderstanding while moving. Plus, John asks the Smalley's on how working through a miscommunication can build trust with your spouse. 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

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16:21

Think Legacy, Not Just this Moment

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/12

You want your marriage to bless future generations to come. Greg opens up about the marriage legacy he comes from, and how that inspires him today. Then, Jim Daly talks with Jerry Jenkins about how being legacy-minded in his marriage has helped his sons. 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 Healing My Life and marriage After an Eating Disorder Contact our Counseling Team The Hedges

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14:36

Run to Love, Run from Porn

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/10

The culture tells us that porn isn't a big deal. But the truth is, it's catastrophic to a relationship. Erin and Greg Smalley share why porn is bad for a marriage. Also, Jim Daly talks with Jerry Jenkins about how to protect your marriage from pornography. He also recounts how he fell in love with his wife. 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 Healing My Life and marriage After an

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12:54

First Progress, Then Regress, Now What?

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/05

Does it feel like you're making progress as a couple, only to take a few steps back? Krista and David Dunham talk to Jim Daly on how they faced this very scenario with her eating disorder. Plus, the Smalley's share how to evaluate if you're getting better at persevering through challenges as a couple. 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

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12:11

Eating Disorders & Mental Illness

Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast ·

2026/02/03

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

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