Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

Small problems that aren't talked about in your marriage can turn into big issues later on, John, Greg and Erin discuss why it's important to talk things out with your spouse whenever there is tension in your relationship. Featuring Dr. Tim and Noreen Muehlhoff. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Tim's book "Defending Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-29?refcd=1349006 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/deal-with-the-little-irritations/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=1349006 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you and your spouse are in a stressful season, the chances of one of you struggling with depression are much higher than normal. How do you navigate through that type of situation? John, Erin and Greg share why it's worth fighting for your marriage when one of you is struggling with depression. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Smalley's book "Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-22?refcd=1346703 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-your-spouse-is-depressed/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/sharing-the-load-with-your-spouse-digital-download/?refcd=1346703 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every couple, no matter how good their marriage is, has an area in the relationship where they feel lonely. To offer a word of encouragement, John, Greg and Erin discuss how seasons of loneliness will change, and why you can grow through them. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Smalley's book "Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-22?refcd=1346703 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/where-you-feel-lonely/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/sharing-the-load-with-your-spouse-digital-download/?refcd=1346703 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you first got married, you hoped it would last for a lifetime. Sadly, many couples who say their vows are choosing to get a divorce. John, Erin and Greg offer encouragement to couples who are questioning if they will make it. Featuring Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "I Do Again" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-08?refcd=1342801 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/why-divorce-isnt-the-answer/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/hope-for-every-marriage-digital-product/?refcd=1342801 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

While romantic music and movies can make us feel good, they sometimes paint an unrealistic picture of what marriage is really like. John, Erin and Greg discuss how to stop feeding unrealistic expectations about your marriage. Featuring Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "I Do Again" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-08?refcd=1342801 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/where-unhealthy-expectations-are-born/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/hope-for-every-marriage-digital-product/?refcd=1342801 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Whether he verbalizes it or not, your husband wants to feel validated. A little bit of encouragement can go a long way in your relationship. John, Erin and Greg share how wives can encourage their husbands. Featuring Bill and Pam Farrel. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive Bill and Pam Farrel's book "The First Five Years: Make the Love Investment That Lasts a Lifetime " for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-01?refcd=1339902 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/making-your-husband-feel-appreciated/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-in-the-early-years-of-marriage-digital-product?refcd=1339902 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Many times, a wife just wants her husband to listen when she needs to talk. John, Greg and Erin discuss how a husband can be a good listener, even he doesn't feel like being one. Featuring Bill and Pam Farrel. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive Bill and Pam Farrel's book "The First Five Years: Make the Love Investment That Lasts a Lifetime " for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-01?refcd=1339902 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/wives-want-a-selfless-listener/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-in-the-early-years-of-marriage-digital-product?refcd=1339902 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Temptation is sometimes a very subtle thing, but not dealing with it can cause a lot of problems in your marriage. John, Erin and Greg share some ways to protect your relationship when you feel tempted in certain areas. Featuring Tim and Noreen Muehlhoff. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Tim's book "Defending Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-29?refcd=1335908 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/subtle-temptation/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=1335908 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

The fact is, spiritual warfare is part of marriage. The key to victory is in relying on God's strength and not on your own. John, Erin and Greg provide hope for couples facing spiritual warfare. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Tim's book "Defending Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-29?refcd=1335908 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/recognizing-spiritual-warfare/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=1335908 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you don't feel as close to your spouse as you'd like, how do you reconnect? While some seasons are busier than others, feeling disconnected long-term is not healthy. John, Greg and Erin discuss how listening to each other can help rekindle your relationship. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Smalley's book "Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-22?refcd=1332104 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/ending-isolation-in-your-marriage/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/sharing-the-load-with-your-spouse-digital-download/?refcd=1332104 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/