
Focus on Marriage Podcast
If you’re married — or soon to be — you’ve got questions. What makes this relationship work? How do I fix it when it breaks? Where do I go when I need help? Host John Fuller and marriage experts Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley help answer those questions with practical, down-to-earth insights based on God’s design for marriage. Find answers and inspiration in every short episode of this Christian marriage podcast.
Latest episodes

Mar 21, 2023 • 14min
When Your Spouse's Mind Won't Change
What do you do when you're facing a crisis in your marriage and it feels like you're drifting apart? John and the Smalley's offer encouragement to struggling couples, and Jim Daly talks with Jeff and Sarah Walton about how they overcame a crisis in their relationship.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-2023-04-12?refcd=1627602Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-your-spouse's-mind-won't-change/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Mar 16, 2023 • 14min
Finding a Common Purpose with Your Mate
How do you find a common purpose in your marriage, even if you work completely different jobs? John and the Smalley's answer that question, and Jim Daly speaks with Howard and Danielle Taylor on how couples can find a purpose together.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "The Fundamentals of Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-03-14?refcd=1624502Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/finding-a-common-purpose-with-your-mate/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1624502If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Mar 14, 2023 • 12min
Common Problems and Letting Go of Selfishness
Unrealistic expectations are common for young couples, but they're also a set up for disappointment. John, Greg and Erin share about common expectations couples have entering marriage, and how to practice selflessness in the relationship with your spouse. Featuring Mr. Howard and Mrs. Danielle Taylor.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive the book "The Fundamentals of Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-03-14?refcd=1624502Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/common-problems-and-letting-go-of-selfishness/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1624502If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Mar 9, 2023 • 15min
Three R's for Overcoming Temptation
Our choices today will impact our marriage tomorrow. That's especially true with how we respond to temptation. John, Greg and Erin discuss how to respond when you're tempted to believe lies about your spouse. Featuring Mr. Jason and Mrs. Tori Benham.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the book "Beauty in Battle" bundle with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-02-09?refcd=1624002Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/three-rs-for-overcoming-temptation/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/fighting-the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1608101If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Mar 7, 2023 • 16min
How Conflict Can Make a Marriage Better
How do you feel about conflict? John and the Smalley's share how they feel about it, and also describe ways conflict can actually make your marriage stronger. Featuring Mr. Jason and Mrs. Tori Benham.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the book "Beauty in Battle" bundle with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2023-02-09?refcd=1624002Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/how-conflict-can-make-a-marriage-better/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/fighting-the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1608101If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Mar 2, 2023 • 11min
Two Needs Wives Have
One of the best gifts a husband can give his wife is to understand what she needs. John talks with Erin about how much it means when a wife feels valued and protected by her husband. 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-2023-02-28?refcd=1617704Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/two-needs-wives-have/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/encouraging-your-husband-to-be-a-hero-digital-download/?refcd=1617704If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Feb 28, 2023 • 14min
The Respectful Helper Wife
An encouraging wife is something every husband longs for. Yet, what do you do when your husband is getting on your nerves a lot? John, Greg and Erin share about the power of encouragement and how to correct your husband without being disrespectful. 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-2023-02-28?refcd=1617704Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-respectful-helper-wife/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/encouraging-your-husband-to-be-a-hero-digital-download/?refcd=1617704If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Feb 23, 2023 • 13min
How Pain Can Purify Your Marriage
The New Testament reminds us to count it all joy when we face difficulties. Greg and Erin share with John about difficult times they've walked through in marriage, and provide some ideas for how to be patient with your mate during 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-boundless-2023-02-21?refcd=1611617Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/how-pain-can-purify-your-marriage/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/staying-married-through-the-storms-of-life-digital-download/?refcd=1611617If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Feb 21, 2023 • 10min
Responding Well to a Crisis
When you and your spouse are facing a crisis, it can either make your marriage stronger or create further challenges in your relationship. John talks with Greg and Erin about showing grace to your mate during a tough time, and how to respond if your spouse hasn't handled a crisis well. 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-boundless-2023-02-21?refcd=1611617Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/responding-well-to-a-crisis/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Feb 16, 2023 • 11min
Enjoying Sex in Your Marriage
Sex is an exclusive gift meant for you and your spouse. But what do you do when physical intimacy becomes more of a challenge than a pleasure? John, Erin and Greg discuss common sexual struggles and how couples can be honest when one spouse wants physical intimacy more 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-boundless-2023-02-14?refcd=1613803Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/enjoying-sex-in-your-marriage/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/improving-your-sex-life-to-improve-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=1613803If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
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