Focus on Marriage Podcast

Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs share practical ways to focus relationships on Christ. They discuss integrating spiritual practices, hope and humility after divorce, love and reconciliation, keeping God at the center through practical ways, and revitalizing marriage through spiritual disciplines and programs.

Jeff Scruggs shares how seeking the Lord can transform marriages, highlighting the power of faith in rebuilding relationships. The podcast discusses post-divorce emotions, pursuing God for marital improvement, and the impact of a husband's spiritual journey on marriage dynamics. Emphasizing communication, prayer, and connection, it highlights the Hope Restored marriage program.

Is it possible to know whether someone would be a good teammate and show you kindness even before marriage? John and Greg discuss how to show someone grace during the dating phase of a relationship, even when he or she makes a mistake. Featuring Bill and Pam Farrel.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Bill and Pam Farrel's book "The First Five Years: Make the Love Investment That Lasts a Lifetime " for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-01?refcd=1411102Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/learning-to-become-a-team/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-in-the-early-years-of-marriage-digital-product?refcd=1411102If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Real change in marriage occurs when we stop fixating on everything our spouse needs to change. It takes true character to focus on what you need to work on. John and Greg discuss this important topic for couples who are dating and considering marriage. Featuring Bill and Pam Farrel.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Bill and Pam Farrel's book "The First Five Years: Make the Love Investment That Lasts a Lifetime " for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-01?refcd=1411102Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/working-on-you-before-your-spouse/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-in-the-early-years-of-marriage-digital-product?refcd=1411102If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

What do you do when you and your spouse are constantly getting on each other's nerves? It may be that you're facing a spiritual attack. John, Erin and Greg share how they've found hope when facing spiritual warfare in their marriages. Featuring Dr. Tim and Noreen Muehlhoff.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive Tim's book "Defending Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-29?refcd=1349006Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/5-signs-of-spiritual-attack/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=1349006If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Small problems that aren't talked about in your marriage can turn into big issues later on, John, Greg and Erin discuss why it's important to talk things out with your spouse whenever there is tension in your relationship. Featuring Dr. Tim and Noreen Muehlhoff.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive Tim's book "Defending Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-29?refcd=1349006Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/deal-with-the-little-irritations/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-spiritual-battle-for-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=1349006If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you and your spouse are in a stressful season, the chances of one of you struggling with depression are much higher than normal. How do you navigate through that type of situation? John, Erin and Greg share why it's worth fighting for your marriage when one of you is struggling with depression.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the Smalley's book "Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-22?refcd=1346703Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-your-spouse-is-depressed/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/sharing-the-load-with-your-spouse-digital-download/?refcd=1346703If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every couple, no matter how good their marriage is, has an area in the relationship where they feel lonely. To offer a word of encouragement, John, Greg and Erin discuss how seasons of loneliness will change, and why you can grow through them.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the Smalley's book "Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-22?refcd=1346703Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/where-you-feel-lonely/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/sharing-the-load-with-your-spouse-digital-download/?refcd=1346703If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you first got married, you hoped it would last for a lifetime. Sadly, many couples who say their vows are choosing to get a divorce. John, Erin and Greg offer encouragement to couples who are questioning if they will make it. Featuring Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "I Do Again" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-08?refcd=1342801Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/why-divorce-isnt-the-answer/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/hope-for-every-marriage-digital-product/?refcd=1342801If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

While romantic music and movies can make us feel good, they sometimes paint an unrealistic picture of what marriage is really like. John, Erin and Greg discuss how to stop feeding unrealistic expectations about your marriage. Featuring Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "I Do Again" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-03-08?refcd=1342801Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/where-unhealthy-expectations-are-born/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/hope-for-every-marriage-digital-product/?refcd=1342801If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/