Focus on the Family Strengthening Marriage Podcast

When you and your spouse run into conflict, the key to success is knowing which battles to fight and which ones to avoid. John, Greg and Erin offer some helpful ideas for working through conflict successfully with your spouse, and how to rely on God's strength as you face challenges together.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Leslie Vernick's book "How to Act Right When Your Spouse Acts Wrong" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-11-17?refcd=1046803Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/picking-the-right-fights/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

When your spouse hurts you, your knee-jerk reaction might be to hold on tightly to unforgiveness. But choosing not to forgive can cause even more damage to your relationship. John, Erin and Greg weigh in on why forgiveness can set your marriage free from resentment.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Leslie Vernick's book "How to Act Right When Your Spouse Acts Wrong" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-11-17?refcd=1046803Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/choosing-forgiveness-even-when-its-hard/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

What were some things that attracted you to your spouse? Maybe, it was his or her sense of humor, or the way he or she laughed? Greg and Erin tell John about how humor brought them together, and why laughter can help you overcome a struggle in your relationship.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Ted Cunningham's book "A Love That Laughs" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-01-19?refcd=1044607Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/laughing-together-as-a-couple/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

A moment that goes wrong can turn into one of your funniest memories. The truth is, learning to laugh together can be one of the greatest blessings in your marriage. Greg, Erin and John share a funny story and give a few ideas for how to make humor part of your marriage.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Ted Cunningham's book "A Love That Laughs": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-01-19?refcd=1044607Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/finding-reasons-to-laugh/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

As your kids grow up, changes will happen in your marriage. No matter how much you love your children, your marriage must remain a priority. Greg, Erin and John discuss transitions couples go through, and adjusting to changes with your children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Katharine Hill's book "If You Forget Everything Else, Remember This": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-12-01?refcd=1043903Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/preparing-for-transitions/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Your spouse might be your best friend, but doing life with other couples can make your marriage even stronger. None of us are meant to go through life and marriage alone. Greg and Erin talk with John about the difference that friends have made in their marriage.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Katharine Hill's book "If You Forget Everything Else, Remember This": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-12-01?refcd=1043903Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/having-couple-friends/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

As your children come and grow, it's good for you and your spouse to have fun activities you enjoy doing together. Whether they're big or small, the ultimate goal is to connect with each other. John, Greg and Erin discuss things they enjoy doing with their spouse, and how fun activities have helped their marriages. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Arlene Pellicane's book "31 Days to a Happy Husband": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1039503Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/finding-a-fun-activity/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

You come home from a busy day, and instead of looking forward to a romantic candlelit dinner with your spouse, you're having to watch the kids for the evening. While every season brings blessings, is romance even possible on those days? John and the Smalleys discuss what a husband can do to keep romance alive in the busy times.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Arlene Pellicane's book "31 Days to a Happy Husband": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1039503Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/recapturing-romance-in-busy-times/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Everyone wants a good marriage, but having one takes a lot of work. Sometimes, a change in perspective is what you need to take your relationship to the next level. John, Greg and Erin discuss how having a "long-term lens" perspective can help your marriage.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Leslie Vernick's book "How to Act Right When Your Spouse Acts Wrong" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-11-17?refcd=1036802Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/choosing-right-when-your-spouse-chooses-wrong-part-2-of-2/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

When you and your spouse face a challenge, how you respond can mean the difference between solving the problem or letting it cause weeks of tension. Through God's grace, you can respond to problems in a way that's helpful for your marriage. Greg and Erin share with John about how they've learned to show each other grace when things aren't perfect. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Leslie Vernick's book "How to Act Right When Your Spouse Acts Wrong" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-11-17?refcd=1036802Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/choosing-right-when-your-spouse-chooses-wrong-part-1-of-2/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey