Focus on Marriage Podcast
Marriage Podcast
If Your Spouse Has Experienced Sexual Abuse
April 25, 2024
Past sexual abuse can be one of the most difficult things to discuss with your spouse. John, Erin and Greg provide hope to people who've been sexually abused. Plus, Jim Daly speaks to Dr. Michael Sytsma about how you can be a source of healing, if your spouse has experienced past sexual trauma. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-26?refcd=2049503 https://hoperestored.focusonthefamily.com/?refcd=204950 https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-questions-about-sex-in-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2049503 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/sexual-trauma-and-its-effect-on-marriage/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Getting Rid of Unrealistic Sexual Expectations
April 23, 2024
Unrealistic expectations going into marriage will lead to disappointment. That principle also applies to sex. John, Erin and Greg discuss how unhealthy expectations is something many couples struggle with. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Shaunti Feldhahn and Dr. Michael Sytsma about loving your spouse, even when sex isn't going perfectly. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-26?refcd=2048203 https://sf.fotf.com/gsnqsm https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-questions-about-sex-in-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2048203 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/5-things-experts-wish-you-knew-about-healthy-sex-in-marriage/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Choosing to Be Thankful for Your Mate
April 18, 2024
How do you remain thankful for your mate, even when you notice their flaws? John and the Smalley's share some ideas for seeing the best aspects of your spouse. Plus, Matt and Lisa Jacobson talk with Jim Daly about how God's love for us compels us to better love our mate. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-21?refcd=2047702 https://sf.fotf.com/cp3hn https://store.focusonthefamily.com/learning-to-love-your-spouse-well-digital-download/?refcd=2047702 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/four-ways-couples-can-wake-up-from-feeling-stuck-in-marriage/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/believing-the-best-about-your-spouse/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Owning Your Faith, Even When Your Spouse Doesn’t Own Theirs
April 16, 2024
What can you do when your spouse isn't showing the spiritual maturity you'd hoped for? Jim Daly talks with Matt and Lisa Jacobson about why it's best to focus on your own walk with God. Also, John asks Greg and Erin about how you can practically stay focused on the Lord. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-21?refcd=2047501 https://sf.fotf.com/zsq9v https://store.focusonthefamily.com/learning-to-love-your-spouse-well-digital-download/?refcd=2047501 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/improve-your-marriage-through-thankfulness/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/spiritual-unity-how-i-built-trust-in-my-marriage/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
The Different Ways Men and Women Are Romantic
April 11, 2024
What do you find romantic? John, Erin, and Greg share examples of what's romantic to them. Plus, Bill and Pam Farrel talk with Jim Daly about simple, yet effective ways you can romance your spouse. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-02-15?refcd=2044309 https://sf.fotf.com/irwtph https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-waffles-and-spaghetti-can-build-a-stronger-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2044309 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/romance-its-not-just-for-valentines-day/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/understanding-the-differences-between-you-and-your-spouse/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Passwords to Resolve Conflict
April 9, 2024
How do you and your spouse try to resolve conflict? John asks Greg and Erin about ways they've learned to get better at managing conflict in their relationship. You'll also hear a lighthearted discussion Jim Daly had with Bill and Pam Ferrel on how they've worked through misunderstandings. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-02-15?refcd=2044802 https://sf.fotf.com/e70mhv https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-waffles-and-spaghetti-can-build-a-stronger-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2044802 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/understanding-the-differences-between-you-and-your-spouse/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/why-are-men-like-waffles-why-are-women-like-spaghetti/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Couples and Credit Cards
April 4, 2024
How you talk about and make decisions on money as a couple is extremely important for the unity of your marriage. John and the Smalley's address common mistakes couples make regarding their finances. Then, Jim Daly speaks with Bob and Linda Lotich about some of the rules they have for handling money. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-05?refcd=2044205 https://sf.fotf.com/as6t4v https://store.focusonthefamily.com/finding-financial-freedom-together-as-a-couple-digital-download/?refcd=2044205 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/knowing-how-to-prevent-cyberbullying/ https://sf.fotf.com/uilrx https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Submitting Your Money to God
April 2, 2024
What does it practically look like to trust God with your money? Bob and Linda Lotich join Jim Daly to discuss a phrase that helps them manage their money - Assets Under Management. Also, John and Greg address the need to practice financial stewardship in your marriage. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-05?refcd=2044204 https://sf.fotf.com/g1pdh https://store.focusonthefamily.com/finding-financial-freedom-together-as-a-couple-digital-download/?refcd=2044204 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/coping-with-financial-crisis-and-maintaining-your-marriage/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/coping-with-financial-crisis-and-maintaining-your-marriage/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Pornography Hurts True Intimacy
March 28, 2024
Sadly, many marriages today have at least one spouse who's struggling with pornography. Jim Daly speaks with Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn about the great damage porn can do to a marriage. Then, John and Greg discuss some practical steps a person can take towards wholeness if he or she is struggling with pornography. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-26?refcd=2031704 https://sf.fotf.com/sksl8 https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-questions-about-sex-in-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2031704 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/responding-to-your-husbands-secret-porn/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/shows/no-porn-marriage/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
When Spouses Have Differing Sexual Desires
March 26, 2024
Sex is a wonderful gift for marriage, and yet, it can also be complicated. John and Greg address how physical intimacy is a top issue many couples fight over. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Shaunti Feldhahn and Dr. Michael Sytsma about how couples can work through scenarios where one spouse wants sex more than the other. Finally, Erin Smalley will offer a helpful perspective on how to ask your spouse for sex. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-26?refcd=2030103 https://sf.fotf.com/vzhaaz https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-questions-about-sex-in-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2030103 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/the-best-way-to-deal-with-mismatched-libidos-in-your-marriage/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/what-is-intimacy/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Remembering the Story of How You Met
March 21, 2024
It's wonderful to reflect on how you and your spouse fell in love. John asks the Smalley's to share their fun love story. Then, you'll hear Jim Daly talk to Matt and Lisa Jacobson about how their first meeting didn't go so well, and why God still used it anyway. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-21?refcd=2027303 https://sf.fotf.com/pjuqj https://store.focusonthefamily.com/learning-to-love-your-spouse-well-digital-download/?refcd=2027303 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/improve-your-marriage-through-thankfulness/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/the-story-of-us/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Marriage and Children with Special Needs
March 19, 2024
For couples that have a child with special needs, the challenges are very real. John, Erin and Greg address what it's been like for each of their marriages to raise a child who has special needs. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Lisa Jacobson about how she and her husband Matt kept their marriage strong, even during some challenges with their daughter. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-12-28?refcd=2026401 https://sf.fotf.com/wm5w8 https://store.focusonthefamily.com/creating-a-marriage-full-of-love-and-laughter-digital-download/?refcd=2026401 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/pro-life/managing-marriage-and-children-with-special-needs/ https://sf.fotf.com/ms1lm https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Repeat Back Your Spouse’s Interests
March 14, 2024
When your spouse shows genuine interest in something you enjoy, it's like good medicine for the heart. Bill and Pam Farrel talk with Jim Daly about how they've encouraged couples to express curiosity in something your mate likes doing. Also, John and the Smalley's cover a common communication struggle many husbands deal with in marriage. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-02-15?refcd=2023605 https://sf.fotf.com/k3kcm https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-waffles-and-spaghetti-can-build-a-stronger-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2023605 https://sf.fotf.com/eie6vq https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/why-are-men-like-waffles-why-are-women-like-spaghetti/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Communication Mistakes Spouses Make
March 12, 2024
How do you and your spouse work through your different communication styles? Jim Daly is joined by marriage experts, Bill and Pam Farrel, and they'll share common mistakes men and women make in communicating. Plus, John and the Smalley's give some tips to help you avoid miscommunications in your marriage. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-02-15?refcd=2023905 https://sf.fotf.com/9fyvp https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-waffles-and-spaghetti-can-build-a-stronger-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2023905 https://sf.fotf.com/lixqh https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/why-are-men-like-waffles-why-are-women-like-spaghetti/ https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
Getting on the Same Page Financially
March 7, 2024
The discussions you have about money early in your marriage help set the tone for your financial habits as a couple. Jim Daly speaks with Linda and Bob Lotich about some of the conversations they had about money when they were a young couple. Plus, John talks with the Smalley's about some money rules they've implemented in their marriage. Find us online at http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2024-03-05?refcd=2024105 https://sf.fotf.com/otdbeg https://store.focusonthefamily.com/finding-financial-freedom-together-as-a-couple-digital-download/?refcd=2024105 https://sf.fotf.com/5twcg https://sf.fotf.com/0ze2t https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/