
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

Jul 6, 2021 • 12min
Saying NO to Lesser Important Things
John, Greg and Erin discuss how saying "No" to lesser important things can benefit your marriage, and leave room for more important things. Featuring Pastor Levi Lusko, Jennie Lusko and Mrs. Jean Daly. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-07-06?refcd=1111507Get more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/saying-no-to-lesser-important-things/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jul 1, 2021 • 11min
Small Steps, Big Results
It's easy to think that your marriage needs a big breakthrough when you want to reconnect with each other. But, that's not always the case. John, Greg and Erin discuss the importance of how small actions can go a long way in your relationship. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the "100 Ways to Love" bundle with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-07-01?refcd=1111304Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/small-steps-big-results/If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jun 29, 2021 • 11min
When the Distance Feels Too Big
John, Greg and Erin discuss how to best reconnect with your spouse when you feel distant in your relationship. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Mrs. Jean Daly.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "The Intimate Connection" with your donation of any amount: https://secure.anedot.com/focus-on-the-family/don-fofm-podcast-2021-03-09?source_code=1108105&donation_pledge_code=FRIENDSFAMGet more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-the-distance-feels-too-big/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jun 24, 2021 • 12min
Working Through Different Financial Priorities
In a marriage, one spouse tends to save money while the other prefers to spend it. When that's the case, how can you work together? John, Greg and Erin offer some ideas for how to get on the same page financially in your relationship.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Thriving in Money" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-06-22?refcd=1103302Get more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/working-through-different-financial-priorities/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jun 22, 2021 • 11min
Why You Must Talk About Money
Financial stress is one of the most common reasons for conflict in marriages today. But, it's also something that many couples are uncomfortable talking about. John chats with Greg and Erin about how they've overcome financial challenges in their relationship. Featuring guests Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Thriving in Love & Money" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-06-22?refcd=1103302Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/why-you-must-talk-about-money/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jun 17, 2021 • 14min
Lies That Will Close Your Heart
Have you ever believed something untrue about your spouse? It's an uncomfortable question, but believing lies will always prevent your heart from being open to your mate. John talks with Erin and Greg about how they've learned to let go of lies in their relationship. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "9 Lies That Will Destroy Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-20?refcd=1101002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/lies-that-will-close-your-heart/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jun 15, 2021 • 13min
What Your Spouse is Not
Your spouse might be amazing, but he or she cannot meet every expectation you have. In some way, he or she will fall short. John, Greg and Erin discuss how to let go of bad expectations in your marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "9 Lies That Will Destroy Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-20?refcd=1101002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/what-your-spouse-is-not/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jun 10, 2021 • 11min
The Danger of Assumptions
A lack of communication can open the door to all kinds of unhealthy assumptions about your spouse. John, Greg, and Erin give some ideas for how to deal with negative assumptions in your relationship, and explain why reading the Bible can help you become a better spouse. Featuring Dr. Ron and Mrs. Jan Welch.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-15?refcd=1099902Get more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-danger-of-assumptions/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Jun 8, 2021 • 11min
Rules for Marriage Communication
Just like a professional sport needs rules to be played well, your marriage needs boundaries for effective communication. John talks with the Smalleys about rules they have in their own marriage for communicating with each other.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Dr. Ron Welch's book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-15?refcd=1099902Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/rules-for-marriage-communication/#featured-resource-CTAIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jun 3, 2021 • 17min
Moving on From Miscommunication
Greg and Erin talk with John about how they've learned to get passed misunderstandings, and why working through miscommunication is worth it.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "The Intimate Connection" with your donation of any amount: https://secure.anedot.com/focus-on-the-family/don-fofm-podcast-2021-03-09?source_code=1100201&donation_pledge_code=FRIENDSFAMGet more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/moving-on-from-miscommunication/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
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