
Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage
Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family.
Latest episodes

Mar 11, 2024 • 37min
Gary Thomas: Making Marriage Work When There are Signs That It's Over
How do you know your marriage is over? Gary Thomas joins Greg and Erin to talk about how marriage is hard, but worth it. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters! Get a copy of Gary's book, Cherish, for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! Click here to read Erin's article about healing separations. We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Mar 4, 2024 • 49min
Mo Isom Aiken: Battling a Selfish Mindset
How can you and your spouse successfully become a team? Mo Isom Aiken joins Greg and Erin to talk about what it's like being a wife and mother battling a "me" mindset. Plus, we'll hear from newlywed's Alex and Megan Seeley about how they learned to being to switch to a team mentality in marriage! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Feb 26, 2024 • 37min
Guy and Amber Lia: Marriage Stress Help
How does stress affect marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk to Guy and Amber Lia about how they learned to respond to stress in marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters! Get Guy and Amber's book for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Feb 19, 2024 • 37min
Ted Cunningham: Making Marriage Work with Intentionality
What makes a marriage work? Ted Cunningham joins Greg and Erin to discuss how you can avoid marital drift. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk about how to build a firm foundation for your marriage! Get a copy of Ted's book for a gift of any amount! Want to learn more about the sacred pathways Greg mentioned? Click here to get the book! Need some help with your marriage? Contact our counseling team today! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Feb 12, 2024 • 43min
Valentines Day Date and Gift Ideas
Need some Valentine's date ideas? Today, Greg and Erin host a roundtable with some married friends to share some Valentine's day ideas! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Feb 5, 2024 • 45min
Levi and Jennie Lusko: Pride and Marriage
How can we overcome pride in marriage? Today, Levi and Jenni Lusko join Greg and Erin to talk about how pride destroys a marriage and some practical tips to practice humility with your spouse. Plus, Geremy Keeton stops by to share some thoughts on how to defend your marriage against pride! Get a copy of the book The Marriage Devotional for a gift of any amount! Need some help with your marriage? Contact our counseling team today! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Jan 29, 2024 • 48min
Dave and Ann Wilson: Happiness in Marriage with God at the Center
How can you have a marriage with God at the center? Dave and Ann Wilson join Greg and Erin to share their story of how they found happiness in marriage. Plus, we'll hear from newlyweds Kennedy and Olivia Unthank about how they have formed a Christ centered marriage! Get a copy of the book Vertical Marriage for a gift of any amount! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Need some help with your marriage? Contact our counseling team today! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Jan 22, 2024 • 38min
Jason and Tori Benham: A Solution to Rekindle Your Marriage
How do you reignite your spark in marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jason and Tori Benham how to recognize signs your marriage is under spiritual attack and how to rekindle a marriage! Plus, we'll hear a devotion from our friend, Bill Arbuckle. Get a copy of Jason and Tori's book for a gift of any amount! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out these conversation starters to strengthen your relationship We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Jan 15, 2024 • 47min
Safa and Tovares Grey: The Fruit of the Spirit in Marriage
How do we show the fruit of the Spirit in marriage? Today, Safa and Tovares Grey join Greg and Erin to talk about what a strong Christian marriage can look like. Plus, we'll hear some good tips from Greg and Erin on how to correct your spouse with love! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! The Fruit of the Spirit is Goodness We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Jan 8, 2024 • 37min
Why Every Church Needs a Solid Marriage Ministry
Why is marriage ministry important? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jay and Laura Laffoon about how important things like premarital counseling, marriage mentoring, and marriage activities are essential to a thriving marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will give some practical tips for couples who want to serve together in church! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out this article for some practical tips for serving others as a couple! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.