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Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family.
- 61 - The Two Will Become One Flesh Merger Moment
What happens when you have conflict in your marriage? Author Kari Trent Stageberg joins Greg and Erin to discuss the merge moment in her marriage and the steps they took as the two shall become one flesh. Later Greg and Erin will debunk another Marriage Myth and we get a powerful listener question from a woman trying to do everything she can to avoid the dreaded "D'" word.
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Mon, 29 Apr 2024 - 60 - Unpacking 'Unsung Hero'
Greg and Erin talk with Luke and Joel Smallbone and their sister, Rebecca St. James talk about their own family story behind the Unsung Hero movie. The movie follows the family' s mother, Helen Smallbone , as she uses her faith to hold her husband and children together by turning struggles into an adventure and exercise their faith in God Later we will have our always fun conversation starter segment. We wrap the show with a listener question about settling while you are dating.
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Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 59 - Dave and Ashley Willis: Boundaries with In-Laws (Part 2)
Greg and Erin continue their discussion with Dave and Ashley Willis about setting boundaries with your in-laws. Later Joannie DeBrito joins the show to weigh in on how to set healthy boundaries with your in-laws with your spouse. We wrap with a listener question from Jay about a spouse being unreceptive toward their feelings.
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Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 58 - Dave and Ashley Willis: Boundaries with In-Laws (Part 1)
How do you set boundaries with in-laws? Today, Dave and Ashley Willis join Greg and Erin to discuss setting boundaries with in-laws. Plus, Sterling Knight-Pinneo joins to share his thoughts on setting biblical boundaries!
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Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 57 - Brad and Marilyn Rhoads: Have a Healthy Marriage through Weekly Marriage Dates
What is the key to a healthy marriage? Greg and Erin talk with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads about managing marriage expectations and weekly marriage dates. Plus, Greg and Erin tackle a popular marriage myth!
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Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 56 - Chad and Tori Masters: Christian Marriage and Infertility
Can marriage survive infertility? Today, Chad and Tori Masters join Greg and Erin to talk about their journey waiting for their son, Micah. Plus, Bill Arbuckle gives a devotion about looking for God in waiting seasons!
Check out this article to learn more about how you can thrive, even in a waiting season!
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Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 55 - Dr. Juli Slattery: What Does the Bible Say About Sex in Marriage?
What does the bible say about sex in marriage? Dr. Juli Slattery joins Greg and Erin to discuss the importance of sex in marriage. Plus, we have an extra long Q&A with some voicemails with some of our listeners!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 54 - Gary Thomas: Making Marriage Work When There are Signs That It's Over
How do you know your marriage is over? Gary Thomas joins Greg and Erin to talk about how marriage is hard, but worth it. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 53 - Mo Isom Aiken: Battling a Selfish Mindset
How can you and your spouse successfully become a team? Mo Isom Aiken joins Greg and Erin to talk about what it's like being a wife and mother battling a "me" mindset. Plus, we'll hear from newlywed's Alex and Megan Seeley about how they learned to being to switch to a team mentality in marriage!
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Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 52 - Guy and Amber Lia: Marriage Stress Help
How does stress affect marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk to Guy and Amber Lia about how they learned to respond to stress in marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 51 - Ted Cunningham: Making Marriage Work with Intentionality
What makes a marriage work? Ted Cunningham joins Greg and Erin to discuss how you can avoid marital drift. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk about how to build a firm foundation for your marriage!
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Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 50 - Valentines Day Date and Gift Ideas
Need some Valentine's date ideas? Today, Greg and Erin host a roundtable with some married friends to share some Valentine's day ideas!
Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment!
Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 49 - Levi and Jennie Lusko: Pride and Marriage
How can we overcome pride in marriage? Today, Levi and Jenni Lusko join Greg and Erin to talk about how pride destroys a marriage and some practical tips to practice humility with your spouse. Plus, Geremy Keeton stops by to share some thoughts on how to defend your marriage against pride!
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Mon, 05 Feb 2024 - 48 - Dave and Ann Wilson: Happiness in Marriage with God at the Center
How can you have a marriage with God at the center? Dave and Ann Wilson join Greg and Erin to share their story of how they found happiness in marriage. Plus, we'll hear from newlyweds Kennedy and Olivia Unthank about how they have formed a Christ centered marriage!
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Mon, 29 Jan 2024 - 47 - Jason and Tori Benham: A Solution to Rekindle Your Marriage
How do you reignite your spark in marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jason and Tori Benham how to recognize signs your marriage is under spiritual attack and how to rekindle a marriage! Plus, we'll hear a devotion from our friend, Bill Arbuckle.
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Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment!
Check out these conversation starters to strengthen your relationship
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Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 46 - Safa and Tovares Grey: The Fruit of the Spirit in Marriage
How do we show the fruit of the Spirit in marriage? Today, Safa and Tovares Grey join Greg and Erin to talk about what a strong Christian marriage can look like. Plus, we'll hear some good tips from Greg and Erin on how to correct your spouse with love!
Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment!
The Fruit of the Spirit is Goodness
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Mon, 15 Jan 2024 - 45 - Why Every Church Needs a Solid Marriage Ministry
Why is marriage ministry important? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jay and Laura Laffoon about how important things like premarital counseling, marriage mentoring, and marriage activities are essential to a thriving marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will give some practical tips for couples who want to serve together in church!
Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment!
Check out this article for some practical tips for serving others as a couple!
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Mon, 08 Jan 2024 - 44 - Using "Heart Talk" to Improve Communication and Save Your Marriage
Are you struggling with communication in marriage? Today, Greg and Erin are joined by Matt and Angel Rigsby to discuss what they learned about how to improve communication in marriage by using heart talk. Plus, we'll hear some inspiring stories from some of our Hope Restored alumni!
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Need some help figuring out what you're feeling? Check out the Feelings Wheel!
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 - 43 - Christmas Stories from the Early Years of Marriage
Merry Christmas! On today's special holiday episode, Greg and Erin talk with some friends here at Focus on the Family about some early marriage stories from Christmas. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some holiday conversation starters!
Check out some more conversation starters for the holiday season!
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Mon, 25 Dec 2023 - 42 - Overcoming Selfishness in Marriage
Do you struggle with selfishness in marriage? Dino and Ashley Petrone join Greg and Erin to talk about moving away from family after marriage and how that season taught them lessons about emotion connection in marriage. Plus, counselor Jerry Jones stops by to discuss some practical tips for overcoming selfishness in marriage!
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Mon, 18 Dec 2023 - 41 - Loving a Fierce Woman
How can a husband lead a fierce woman? Kimberly and LeRoy Wagner join Greg and Erin to talk about fierce women and biblical leadership in marriage. Plus, we'll hear some amazing impact stories from our Hope Restored intensive and our amazing listeners!
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Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 40 - How to Love Better in Your Marriage
How can you build a love that lasts? Today, Pastor Kevin Thompson joins Greg and Erin to discuss his practical advice around humility and embracing hurt together as a couple. Plus, Greg and Erin give some tips for listening better in your relationship!
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Want to hear more from Kevin? Listen to his Focus on the Family Broadcast!
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Mon, 04 Dec 2023 - 39 - Recognizing Conflict Cycles to Get to Conflict Resolution
Are you and your spouse stuck in a conflict cycle? On today's episode, Greg and Erin are joined by Chad and Angela Imhoff who give some great conflict resolution strategies. Plus, Greg and Erin will break down the stages of the conflict cycle and explain some practical steps you and your spouse can take to get out of it!
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Mon, 27 Nov 2023 - 38 - The Best Choices to Make for Your Marriage
Are you struggling to work through what choices you should be making in your marriage? Today, Dr Ron Welch and his wife Jan talk about some little things you can do to recognize choices you should be making in conflict. Plus, you'll hear a devotion from our friend, Bill Arbuckle!
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Mon, 20 Nov 2023 - 37 - Tori and Chad Masters Take the Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment
Are you looking for ways to improve your marriage? Today, Greg and Erin are joined by Chad and Tori Masters to talk about Focus on the Family's free marriage assessment! Plus, Greg and Erin will dive into some conversation starters!
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Mon, 13 Nov 2023 - 36 - Shaunti Feldhahn: The Everyday Recipe for Happy Marriage
Is there a recipe for a happy marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Shaunti Feldhahn about her research on how to have a happy marriage. Plus, you'll hear from Sterling Knight-Pinneo on how he strives to make his wife happier in their marriage!
Wondering what you need to work on to get a happier marriage? Take our free marriage assessment!
If you want to go deeper and find some simple habits you can start doing in your marriage, check out this free video series!
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Mon, 06 Nov 2023 - 35 - Marriage After Kids: Keeping God at the Center
Are you having a hard time keeping your marriage strong with your blended family? Scott and Vanessa Martindale join Greg and Erin to discuss how a union with God at the center is essential to a strong remarriage. Plus, counselor Glenn Lutjens joins to share some tips for marriage after kids!
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Mon, 30 Oct 2023 - 34 - How to Romance Your Wife
Looking for some new ways to romance your wife? Greg and Erin are joined by Dr. Mike Bechtle to talk about how you can bring romance back to your marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will give some ideas for intimacy and romance in your marriage!
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Are you having trouble communicating how you feel to your spouse. Try out the Feelings Wheel!
Do you want to become the expert on your spouse? Check out these conversation starters!
Want to learn more about how important intimacy in marriage is? Watch this video series!
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Mon, 23 Oct 2023 - 33 - How to Love Your Life
Are you loving your everyday life? Today, Alexandra Kuykendall joins Greg and Erin to talk about her 9-month experiment that helped her learn how to love life more everyday. Plus, newlywed Alex Seeley talks about how he has learned to love his wife better!
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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 - 32 - Surviving Infidelity to Marriage Restoration
Are you and your spouse struggling to recover from infidelity? Travis and Adelle Graham join Greg and Erin to talk about surviving infidelity and how you can achieve marriage restoration after an affair. Plus, you'll hear from Jenny Coffey about how to work through infidelity in a healthy way!
Are you and your spouse struggling and need help? Check out our Hope Restored marriage intensive.
Not sure what to do after learning about an affair? Here are some practical steps to recovery!
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Do you think you would benefit from a healing separation? Check out this article to learn more.
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Mon, 09 Oct 2023 - 31 - Eye Contact and Other Ideas to Strengthen Your Marriage
What are some little things you can do to build a stronger marriage? Today, Dr. Randy Schoeder joins Greg and Erin to discuss simple tips, like prolonged eye contact, that will help your marriage thrive! Plus, Greg and Erin discuss how you can give good feedback to your spouse!
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Want to hear more from Dr. Randy Schroeder on this topic? Check out this free video series!
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Mon, 02 Oct 2023 - 30 - Debra Fileta: Working Through Seasons of Marriage (Part 2)
Are you in a dry season? Greg and Erin continue the conversation with Debra Fileta about the seasons of marriage. Specifically, when a spouse is experiencing a marriage without passion and intimacy. Plus, you'll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle about the seasons that a marriage can go through!
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Want to hear more from Debra on this topic? Check out her Focus on the Family Broadcast!
Are you feeling trapped in a dry season? Check out this article!
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Mon, 25 Sep 2023 - 29 - Debra Fileta: Working Through Seasons of Marriage (Part 1)
What are the seasons of marriage? Today, Debra Fileta joins Greg and Erin to discuss the four seasons of marriage that couples can go through. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters about how they started their relationship!
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Hear some more stories from Greg and Erin on the Focus on the Family Broadcast!
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Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 28 - Money and Marriage
Are finances in marriage a trigger point for you and your spouse? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Chuck Bentley and his wife Ann about common money issues in marriage and how you can get on the same page financially with your husband or wife. Plus, you'll hear some great conversations starters about money and marriage!
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Check out this free video series about improving finances in your marriage!
Don't know how to talk about money with your spouse? Use these conversation starters.
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Mon, 11 Sep 2023 - 27 - True Love Stories
Do you tell your love story? Today, Greg and Erin talk about the importance of love stories! Rhonda Stoppe joins the conversation and shares how God has used her story to help her kids and the people around her. Plus, you'll get to hear Greg and Erin share a little bit about their own personal love story!
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Have questions about remarriage after divorce? Check out this article.
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Mon, 04 Sep 2023 - 26 - How to Save Your Marriage
Why do most marriages fail? How can you fix a broken marriage? On today's episode, Dr. David Clarke joins Greg and Erin to talk about the practical steps that couples should take when their marriage is struggling and some of the common signs of a failing marriage. Plus, you'll hear from Christian counselor Nick White about how spouses can save their marriage.
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Click here to get the PDF about recovering from an affair.
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Mon, 28 Aug 2023 - 25 - Treating Your Spouse with Respect
How can you find ways to show respect to your husband or wife? Greg and Erin talk with Matt and Lisa Jacobson about how important it is to show respect to your spouse on a regular basis. And, Matt and Lisa share their very unique love story! Then, the Smalley's talk with newlywed, Kennedy Unthank, about how he has learned to show his wife his love.
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Watch this video series to learn more about how you can cherish and love your spouse!
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Mon, 21 Aug 2023 - 24 - The Importance of Prayer in Your Marriage
Do you pray with your spouse on a regular basis? On today's episode, Greg and Erin discuss praying scripture over your marriage with Jodie Berndt. Plus, you'll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle about how prayer is essential to your spiritual growth as a couple!
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Struggling to find ways to pray with your spouse? Check out Jodie's Berndt's prayer cards!
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Mon, 14 Aug 2023 - 23 - Loving Your Spouse Well
How do we love our spouse like they've never been loved before? This week, Greg and Erin talk with Gary Thomas about how to show your husband or wife that you love them. We'll also hear some great conversation starters about tenderness and learning to cherish your spouse!
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Mon, 07 Aug 2023 - 22 - Building a Safe Relationship
Are you struggling to have tough conversations in your marriage? Today, Greg and Erin discuss the importance of boundaries in your marriage with Mo Isom Aiken. She also dives into managing expectations around sex and the importance of healing from brokenness. Plus, we’ll hear from a Christian counselor about how couples can manage expectations around intimacy! Then, Greg and Erin answer a question about how to repair broken trust in marriage.
Want to learn more about creating safety in your marriage? Check out this article!
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Mon, 31 Jul 2023 - 21 - Handling Transitions in Marriage
What should you and your spouse be doing during transitions in marriage? On today's episode, Sean and Lanette Reed join Greg and Erin to talk about how we can unpack the lies the enemy tells us. They also give tips on positive talk about your spouse. Then, Christian counselor Glenn Lutjens stopped by to discuss the best way couples can handle stressful marriage transitions.
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Mon, 24 Jul 2023 - 20 - What is a Healthy Sex Life?
How do you improve sex in your marriage? Today, Dr. Juli Slattery joins Greg and Erin for a conversation about what a healthy sex life looks like. Plus, you’ll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle about how important connection is in you relationship!
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Check out this free video series on how you can improve your sex life!
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Want to learn more about what intimacy is? Read this article!
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Mon, 17 Jul 2023 - 19 - In Sickness and in Health
What are you really committing to when you vow to love a spouse “in sickness and in health?” Greg and Erin talk to Dave and Ashley Willis about supporting your spouse's personal health, whether its physical, mental, or spiritual. Dave and Ashley share about the importance of letting your spouse join you in health struggles, or on the other side, being there to listen and encourage them as you walk through health difficulties together. Plus, hear Greg and Erin demonstrate using conversation starters to connect with your spouse.
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Mon, 10 Jul 2023 - 18 - Ashley and Dino Petrone Discuss Outserving Your Spouse
How can you serve your spouse better? Today, Greg and Erin talk with Dino and Ashley Petrone about how important it is to serve your husband or wife in everyday life. They even made a game of it! Plus, we’ll hear from some friends in the ministry on how they have learned to be more intentional with their spouses.
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Mon, 03 Jul 2023 - 17 - How to Use Your Love Style
Do you know your love style? Greg and Erin talk with Milan and Kay Yerkovich about the different types of love styles and how they can affect your marriage. Plus, we’ll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle on the importance of loving your spouse well!
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Find out your love style by taking this quiz.
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Mon, 26 Jun 2023 - 16 - Learning to Let Go
Is it possible to have unity in marriage when you keep having the same arguments over and over again? On today’s episode, Greg and Erin talk to Jim Burns about how there are some things that are worth letting go in conflict and how important it is that we are different from each other. Plus, Greg and Erin will break down how you can repair conflict in your marriage!
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Mon, 19 Jun 2023 - 15 - What Do You Do Before You Get Married?
How can you prepare for marriage well? Greg and Erin see to answer that question in the episode by talking about premarital and some practical things Christian couples should do before marriage! Dr. David Gudgel joins them to talk about the importance of commitment. Plus, we’ll hear from newlywed, Megan Seeley about what questions she had before marriage!
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Mon, 12 Jun 2023 - 14 - The Importance of Marriage Mentoring
Who do you go to when you want help with your marriage? In this episode, Greg and Erin talk with Walt and Barb Larimore about the importance of marriage mentors and how important they are when you are struggling in marriage. Plus, you’ll hear from some friends of the ministry about who they go to for marriage advice!
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Invest in Your Marriage with Mentors
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Mon, 05 Jun 2023 - 13 - Love is Sacrifice
What does it look like to sacrifice in a relationship? In this episode, Greg and Erin talk with Pastor Bob Lepine about why it is important to sacrifice in marriage. You’ll also hear from Bill Arbuckle with a devotion about how you can show love to your spouse through sacrifice.
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Are You in an Abusive Relationship?
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Mon, 29 May 2023 - 12 - How to Keep Your Marriage Strong (Part 2)
What makes a strong marriage? Greg and Erin continue the conversation with Levi and Jenni Lusko about making marriage investments that will prepare you and your spouse for hard seasons. You’ll also get to hear Greg and Erin ask each other questions they believe every couple should be asking each other every week!
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Mon, 22 May 2023 - 11 - How to Keep Your Marriage Strong (Part 1)
How can you invest in your marriage? What does a strong marriage look like? Join Greg and Erin as they talk with Levi and Jenni Lusko about how they built up their marriage. They also share how they kept their marriage strong after losing their young daughter. Plus, you’ll hear from Christian counselor Kari Aho, about how to heal after a tragedy.
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10 Signs of an Emotionally Abusive Relationship
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Mon, 15 May 2023 - 10 - How to Improve Communication in Conflict
How can we communicate better with our spouse in conflict? In this episode, Greg and Erin talk with Katharine Hill about how conflict can actually strengthen your marriage and help you to communicate better with your spouse! Plus, you’ll hear from some friends of the ministry about conflict styles.
Communication with Your Spouse Video Series
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Mon, 08 May 2023 - 9 - Are You in an Abusive Relationship?
What does an abusive relationship look like? What are the signs you should be looking for? Join Greg and Erin as they talk with Gary Thomas about what a physically abusive or an emotionally abusive spouse looks like. Plus, we’ll hear from Christian counselor, Tim Sanford, about what practical steps men and women can take to get out of an abusive relationship.
Abuse in Marriage Video Series
10 Signs of an Emotionally Abusive Relationship
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Mon, 01 May 2023 - 8 - Managing Your Triggers in Marriage
Everyone says things that they don’t mean in the heat of an argument, but how can we find ways to strengthen our communication with our spouse when we’re triggered? Join Greg and Erin as they discuss how to communicate better with your spouse in a fight with guests, Guy and Amber Lia. Plus, you’ll hear from some friends of the ministry about how they handle conflict with their spouses!
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Mon, 24 Apr 2023 - 7 - Men and Women: Working Through Your Differences
We all know that there are differences between men and women, but how do we use them to strengthen our relationship? Dr. Mike Bechtle joins Greg and Erin to discuss some biological differences between men and women and how he and his wife have learned to best communicate with each other. Plus, we’ll hear from newlywed, Saundra Mena, on how she and her husband worked through their gender differences in marriage!
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Mon, 17 Apr 2023 - 6 - Spiritual Warfare in Marriage
What do you do when your marriage is under a spiritual attack? In today’s episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jason and Tori Benham about what spiritual warfare in marriage looks like and how to combat it. Plus, you’ll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle on how you can fight for your marriage spiritually!
Conversation Starters for Date Night
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Mon, 10 Apr 2023 - 5 - Having Grace When Your Spouse is Struggling
Why is it important to have grace in a relationship? In this episode, Mo Isom Aiken talks about how she had to unpack baggage in her marriage and what a grace filled marriage looks like for her. Join Greg and Erin as they talk about what being a supportive partner can look like!
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Mon, 03 Apr 2023 - 4 - Learning to Dream Together
Do you and your spouse take the time to talk about your dreams for the future? In this first episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, Greg and Erin discuss the importance of building your dreams together with today’s guest, Dr. Juli Slattery!
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Mon, 27 Mar 2023 - 3 - Finding Ways to Stay Connected
Sometimes it can be hard to feel emotionally connected with your spouse, especially when jobs, kids, and arguments are getting in the way. In this episode, Greg and Erin discuss how spouses can find ways to stay emotionally connected in your relationship with guests Bill and Pam Farrel! Plus, you’ll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle, a member of our marriage team at Focus on the Family.
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Fri, 24 Mar 2023 - 2 - How to Fight Fair
Marriage arguments and fighting with your spouse are a part of life, but there are ways that we can better understand each other when marital conflict arises. Greg and Erin chat with Bob and Jenni Paul about a conflict tool for couples called heart talk. And you’ll hear from Kennedy, a newlywed, about how he has learned to handle conflict in his marriage!
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Thu, 23 Mar 2023 - 1 - Preview
Welcome to Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, a brand new podcast from Focus on the Family! Join us every week as Greg and Erin Smalley give you a seat at the table as they dig deep into what a healthy and godly marriage should look like. This week, the Smalleys give you a sneak peek into what they are learning in their marriage right now.
Wed, 15 Mar 2023
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