Focus on Marriage Podcast

Practicing generosity to your local church is a wonderful thing to do as a couple. John and Greg address how they've learned give regularly to their respective church congregations. Also, Jim Daly speaks with Bob and Linda Lotich on why God wants us to be cheerful givers. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Simple Money, Rich Life: Achieve True Financial Freedom & Design A Life of Eternal Impact for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Tithing When Your Spouse Objects Coping With Financial Crisis and Maintaining Your Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Secrets of Sex & Marriage for your donation of any amount! Hope Restored Listen Anytime Sexual Trauma and Its Effect on Marriage Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Secrets of Sex & Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime 5 Things Experts Wish You Knew About Healthy Sex in Marriage Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the 2-Book Bundle: Loving Your Husband/Wife Well for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Four Ways Couples Can Wake Up from Feeling Stuck in Marriage Believing the Best About Your Spouse If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the 2-Book Bundle: Loving Your Husband/Wife Well for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Improve Your Marriage Through Thankfulness Spiritual Unity: How I Built Trust in My Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Romance: It's Not Just for Valentine's Day Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse Why are Men Like Waffles? Why are Women Like Spaghetti? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Money, Rich Life for your donation of any amount! Learn About the Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime How to Prevent Cyberbullying in Your Child’s Life Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Money, Rich Life for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Coping With Financial Crisis and Maintaining Your Marriage Money Tips from God If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book the Secrets of Sex & Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Responding to Your Husband's Secret: Porn No Porn Marriage Podcast If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book the Secrets of Sex & Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Article: The Best Ways to Deal with Mismatched Libidos in Marriage Article: What is Intimacy? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the two book bundle Loving Your Husband/Wife Well for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Improve Your Marriage Through Thankfulness The Story of Us If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book The Flirtation Experiment for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Managing Marriage and Children with Special Needs Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Learn how You're Feeling with the Feelings Wheel Why are Men Like Waffles? Why are Women Like Spaghetti? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse Why are Men Like Waffles? Why are Women Like Spaghetti? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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 focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Simple Money, Rich Life for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Communicating About Debt 3 Steps to Stop Bankruptcy From Bankrupting Your Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What were some of your financial habits going into marriage? Jim Daly talks to Bob and Linda Lotich, who get very honest about how they handled money before walking the aisle. Also, John, Greg and Erin bring up why it's important for you and your future spouse to talk about your money habits before getting married. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Simple Money, Rich Life for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department 3 Steps to Stop Bankruptcy From Bankrupting Your Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's common for married couples to ask, "how often should we be physically intimate?" While there's no rule, Jim Daly speaks to Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn on why many couples struggle to agree on frequency. You'll also hear John and the Smalley's offer encouragement to couples who are struggling to enjoy sex. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Secrets of Sex & Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department The Best Ways to Deal with Mismatched Libidos in Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you deal with a situation where you and your spouse have differing desires regarding sex? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn about three kinds of sexual desire that most couples deal with. Also, John and the Smalley's discuss what couples can do if one or both spouses are resistant to sexual intimacy. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book Secrets of Sex & Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department The Best Ways to Deal with Mismatched Libidos in Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Undealt with pain from your childhood can sometimes come up unexpectedly in the ways you treat your spouse. John, Erin and Greg will encourage you to deal with wounds from your childhood. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Lisa Jacobson and Phylicia Masonheimer about the need for getting difficult things out in the open. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive the book The Flirtation Experiment for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Coping with Alienation, Anger, and Anxiety in Marriage If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.