Focus on the Family Strengthening Marriage Podcast

Destructive addictions usually start with small compromises. The same is true with a pornography problem. John, Greg and Erin discuss some helpful first steps a married man can take if he's struggling with pornography. Featuring Mr. David Samuel.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive Kirsten Samuel's book "Choosing a Way Out" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-11-23?refcd=1314706Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-roots-of-an-addiction/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you've been hurt by your spouse, it's easy to be blind to your own sins and shortcomings. But what do you do when you find out your spouse is addicted to pornography? John, Erin and Greg address how pornography addiction is a growing problem in many marriages, and offer some hope to those who are struggling. Featuring David and Kristen Samuel. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive Kirsten Samuel's book "Choosing a Way Out" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-11-23?refcd=1314706Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/owning-your-sin-too/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

In marriage, learning to bring up certain discussions at the right time with your spouse is very important. John, Greg and Erin share some helpful tips on when and when not to have more difficult conversations with your mate. Featuring Rob and Gina Flood.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet Rob Flood's book "With These Words" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-01-11?refcd=1314001Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-and-when-not-to-talk/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Have you ever heard your mate say something, only to ask her about it later and she says, "What? That's not what I meant!" Sometimes, what we mean to say and what our spouse hears can be two completely different things. John, Greg and Erin share a powerful tool to help improve your marriage communication. Featuring Rob and Gina Flood.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet Rob Flood's book "With These Words" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-01-11?refcd=1314001 https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/honey-what-did-you-mean-by/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your marriage faces a crisis, two of the most important things you need are supportive friends and to choose forgiveness. But what about when you don't feel like forgiving? John talks with Erin and Greg about how forgiveness is a process and not a one time decision. Featuring Mr. Mark and Mrs. Jill Savage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Jill Savage's book "Your Next Steps: What to Do When Your Spouse is Unfaithful" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1309303Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/accountability-and-forgiveness/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Even if your spouse has betrayed you, God promises to still be with you. The Bible reminds us that He is close to those who are brokenhearted. If your marriage is in a dark place, we want to offer some hope. John, Greg and Erin discuss a few helpful tips for couples on how to get through a valley of deep hurts. Featuring Mark and Jill Savage.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Jill Savage's book "Your Next Steps: What to Do When Your Spouse is Unfaithful" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1309303Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/after-an-affair-is-confessed/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every season your marriage goes through has benefits to it. Even if it's a difficult time, your relationship can come out better on the other side. John, Greg and Erin share about the ways your marriage can grow in the winter season. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Debra Fileta's book "Love in Every Season" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-26?refcd=1307011Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-you-face-a-winter-season/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

How does the word "conflict," make you feel? Like it or not, it will be part of your marriage. The key is in how you deal with it when it comes. Greg, Erin and John discuss five styles of conflict and share which ones they identify with the most. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYReceive Debra Fileta's book "Love in Every Season" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-26?refcd=1307011Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/five-styles-of-conflict/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When a wife finds out her husband is struggling with pornography, many times, she feels a sense of, "I'm not good enough." The sting of the betrayal can even trigger hurts from the past. In those situations, what do you do? Greg, Erin and John offer a dose of encouragement to marriages that've been hurt by pornography. Featuring David and Kirsten Samuel.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive Kirsten Samuel's book "Choosing a Way Out" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-11-23?refcd=1304408Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-past-hurts-come-up/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Pornography is a dangerous trap that sadly many people are caught in today. But instead of keeping it a secret, it must be brought into the light. John, Erin and Greg discuss how having trustworthy friends around you can help save your marriage from pornography. Featuring David and Kirsten Samuel.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive Kirsten Samuel's book "Choosing a Way Out" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-11-23?refcd=1304408Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/finding-healing-from-sexual-brokenness/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/