Unmet expectations in marriage are where disappointments can start to creep in. John, Erin and Greg bring up common expectations couples have going into marriage, and how working through disappointment can lead to a stronger relationship with your mate. Featuring Dr. Juli Slattery. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Juli Slattery's book "Finding the Hero in Your Husband" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-01-31?refcd=1604205Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-a-husband-disappoints-you/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When it comes to how people define "intimacy," it's fairly common for husbands and wives to have different definitions. John and Erin discuss how men and women define "intimacy," and Greg provides some encouragement to couples where one spouse has a stronger desire for sex than the other. Featuring Mr. Gary Thomas and Mrs. Debra Fileta.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Married Sex" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-01-24?refcd=1602702Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/understanding-different-sexual-needs/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/improving-your-sex-life-to-improve-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1602702If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your marriage goes through a trying season, it can either make your relationship better or harder. How you respond to difficulties is what matters. John, Greg and Erin offer hope to couples who are in the middle of a tough season. Featuring Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Sarah Walton.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Jeff and Sarah's book "Together Through the Storms" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-01-17?refcd=1599804Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/staying-together-in-the-tough-times/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every marriage faces heartbreak at some point. If you or a couple you're friends with is in a challenging season, John, Greg and Erin will share how your marriage can get stronger, even through the tough times. Featuring Mr. Jeff and Mrs. Sarah Walton.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Jeff and Sarah's book "Together Through the Storms" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-01-17?refcd=1599804Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-your-relationship-faces-heartbreak/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your schedule is packed, it's easy to put prayer on the backburner. To help you in your marriage, John, Greg and Erin share what reminds them to pray for their mate, and offer hope to those who are struggling to make prayer a regular habit. Featuring Mr. Ryan and Mrs. Selena Frederick.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the "40 Prayers for my Husband; 40 Prayers for my Wife" bundle with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-11-17?refcd=1596202Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-you-feel-uncomfortable-with-prayer/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/making-prayer-a-priority-in-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1596202If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

One of the most famous prayers Jesus prayed is called The Lord's Prayer. John, Erin and Greg discuss how praying with your mate can improve your marriage, and they also share some of their favorite parts of The Lord's Prayer. Featuring Mr. Ryan and Mrs. Selena Frederick.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the "40 Prayers for my Husband; 40 Prayers for my Wife" bundle with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-11-17?refcd=1596202Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/praying-the-lords-prayer/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/making-prayer-a-priority-in-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1596202If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Making a blended family marriage work takes relying on God's love and grace. But what do you do when you're struggling to get on the same page spiritually? John and Greg provide hope to couples in blended families where one spouse is trying to serve God, but the other spouse doesn't want to. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Mr. Ron Deal.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "Building Love Together in Blended Families" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-09-13?refcd=1592901Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/prioritizing-your-marriage-in-a-blended-family/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/cultivating-love-in-blended-families-digital-download/?refcd=1592901If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It can be a very tricky situation if a parent wants to get remarried, but a child is opposed to it. John talks with Erin about how a son or daughter can respectfully speak to a parent about possibly getting remarried. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Mr. Ron Deal.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "Building Love Together in Blended Families" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-09-13?refcd=1592901Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-children-oppose-a-remarriage/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/cultivating-love-in-blended-families-digital-download/?refcd=1592901If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When it comes to sex, it's good to consider what your spouse wants as more important than what you want. John talks to the Smalley's about why it's not good for the marriage if you respond poorly after your spouse turns down a request for sex. Featuring Mr. Gary Thomas and Mrs. Debra Fileta.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Married Sex" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-10-06?refcd=1589804Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/sex-from-your-spouses-perspective/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/improving-your-sex-life-to-improve-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1589804If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/