Focus on the Family Strengthening Marriage Podcast

With the internet, smartphones and constant media, our culture is saturated with pornography. Erin Smalley explains how she's seen an increase in porn struggles in her counseling clients. Also, Mark and Rosie Makinney share with Jim Daly how pervasive the problem is. Then, Greg and John talk about the need to confess if you're struggling with it.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Fight for Love for your donation of any amount!   Hope Restored   Listen Anytime    Contact our Counseling Department    No Porn Marriage   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many people, even within the church, are struggling with pornography. How do you get free from it? Jim Daly speaks with Mark Makinney, who struggled with pornography for years, on why it's so dangerous and addictive. Also, John and the Smalley's will explain why not dealing with a porn problem can be catastrophic to your marriage.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Fight for Love for your donation of any amount!   Hope Restored   Listen Anytime    Contact our Counseling Department    No Porn Marriage   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Seeing your kids get married is one of the most emotional journeys. John talks with Greg and Erin about what those experiences have been like for them, and things they learned in the process. Plus, Ted Cunningham describes things he learned on the journey of giving his daughter away to his now son-in-law.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Greater Joy TWOgether for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Blessing Your Child's Marriage    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you avoid growing apart when life is so busy? Erin and John bring up how praying together can help a couple's relationship. Then, Jim Daly and Pastor Ted Cunningham share about the significance of prayer and how husbands can keep the communication strong with their wives.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Greater Joy TWOgether for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Bringing Laughter to Your Marriage    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Friendship and physical intimacy both play a role in creating a rich marriage. Jim Daly and Dr. David Gudgel share how you can cultivate both things in your marriage. Then, you'll hear John and the Smalley's offer encouragement to couples who feel ashamed about past sexual sin.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Enjoy Your Marriage More for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Romance and Intimacy    Contact our Counseling Department   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

For husbands, learning to understand your wife doesn't happen by accident. It takes intentionality. Erin talks about something Greg does that helps her feel understood. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. David Gudgel give the men some guidance on how to emotionally connect with your wife.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Enjoy Your Marriage More for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage    Sacrificial, Agape Love in Marriage   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When someone wants to get married, what are some qualities to look for in a potential mate? Greg and John address why having a perfectionist mindset isn't helpful in trying to find a spouse. Then, Jim Daly meets with social media influencers, Tovares and Safa Grey, to discuss what a truly godly person looks like.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Godly Dating 101 for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Addressing Red Flags in a Relationship    Ask the Tough Questions about Your Relationship   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Teamwork is essential for the success of your marriage. Tovares and Safa Grey speak with Jim Daly about healthy mindsets to help you and your spouse be a strong team. Also, Greg and Erin talk to John about why there is joy in learning to make healthy compromises for the sake of your marriage   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Godly Dating 101 for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Soul Mates or ‘Sole’ Mates?    Addressing Red Flags in a Relationship   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Healthy marriages need serious conversations, but also laughter and fun too. Greg shares with John about how he and Erin have learned to have fun together, even with a very demanding schedule. Plus, Ron and Jan Welch talk with Jim Daly about three marriage moments every couple needs to help bring a balance of fun and serious in your relationship.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book 10 Choices for a Better Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage    Making Daily Choices to Love Your Spouse   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When life is crowded with kids, activities, and errands to run, it's easy to make your marriage less of a priority. Jim Daly joins Dr. Ron Welch and his wife Jan to encourage you to keep your marriage a priority, even when life is busy. Also, you'll hear from John and Greg about how even small investments can help your marriage in the long run.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book 10 Choices for a Better Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage    Making Daily Choices to Love Your Spouse   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.