Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

Your Spouse is Still Your Friend 02.06.2026 14мин

Are you and your mate best friends? Howard and Danielle Taylor join Jim Daly to make the case for why friendship in marriage is necessary for a thriving relationship. Then, Dr. Greg Smalley shares the most important thing you can do to keep your friendship alive.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Fundamentals of Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Discovering God's Design for Your Marriage    Is Your Husband or Wife Your Best Friend?    3 Ways to Create a Godly Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

P.L.A.N. for a Better Marriage 27.05.2026 14мин

What if a small change you made had the biggest impact on your marriage? Marcus Warner and Chris Coursey share four steps you can take to improve your relationship. Also, Greg and Erin explain why it's good to make time for having fun, even if you are very busy.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Filling Your Marriage With Joy    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage    Unhappy Marriage? Fix it With These Simple Habits for Marital Happiness   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

The Needs of Military Spouses 25.05.2026 10мин

Today, we honor the sacrifices of our military and spouses of veterans. Erin Smalley shares some of the statistics of how military families battle loneliness. You'll also hear from Jessica Manfre, who joins Jim Daly to share about how you can reach out to those serving in the armed forces.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Never Alone for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Hope and Encouragement for Military Families    Resources: Military Issues    Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

When Your Spouse Needs to Get Healthier 21.05.2026 11мин

What do you do if your spouse is making unhealthy lifestyle choices? Dave Willis talks with Jim Daly about how his wife Ashley encouraged him to go to the doctor and deal with his health issues. Plus, Greg and Erin address how to respond well if you've tried talking to your mate about their diet and lifestyle, but he or she hasn't listened yet.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Naked and Healthy for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Taking a Health Journey With Your Spouse    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Staying Healthy in the Midlife 19.05.2026 11мин

The midlife years of marriage are filled with changes, but can also be very rich. Lisa-Jo Baker joins Jim and Jean Daly to address some of the ways she had to adjust to the middle years of life. Then, Greg Smalley opens up about struggles men usually face during that time-period.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Middle Matters for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Thriving as a Wife and Mom in the Middle Years    Abounding Midlife Living    Breaking Free of Midlife Boundaries   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Vulnerability is Healthy 14.05.2026 13мин

Does it feel like conflict sets your marriage back instead of making it stronger? Erin opens up about how her and Greg struggled to get along early on in their marriage. Then, Jim Daly chats with two couples - Milan and Kay Yerkovich and Marc and Amy Cameron - on how to be honest about your emotions with your spouse, in ways that don't lead to big arguments.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book How We Love for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple - I-II    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Learn to Identify Your Emotions in Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Spouses 12.05.2026 15мин

When have you last examined your own flaws instead of fixating on your spouse's? Greg describes how distressed couples have a tendency to focus too much on their mate's issues instead of their own. Plus, Les and Leslie Parrott share how to tell if you're a healthy or an unhealthy spouse.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Healthy Me, Healthy Us for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Improve Yourself, Improve Your Relationships    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Hope Restored   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

When the Perfect Storm Comes 07.05.2026 13мин

Most couples go through a season where you're overwhelmed by many challenges all at once. How do you persevere? Greg explains about a time where he and Erin felt like they went through the perfect storm. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Dr. Josh and Christi Straub about how they worked together through a number of unforeseen circumstances.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Famous at Home for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Putting Your Family First During Busy Seasons    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Why Teammates Shouldn’t Help Each Other   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

3 Rs for a Deeper Relationship 05.05.2026 11мин

How are you being intentional to make your marriage better? Rhonda Stoppe and Jim Daly will encourage you with 3 Rs - remember, repent, return. Also, John, Erin and Greg bring up how to respond well if your spouse is caught in unrepentant patterns of sin.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book If My Husband Would Change, I’d Be Happy for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   How Reframing Your Perspective Can Transform Your Marriage    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    The Power of Grace-Filled Words in Strengthening a Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Contract vs. a Covenant Mindset 30.04.2026 9мин

What's the difference between a contract vs. a covenant type of love? Dr. Greg Smalley answers that question. Then, Jim Daly talks with Dr. Gary Chapman on what real commitment in your marriage looks like. At the end, Erin and John will share what you can do if you're in a tough spot as a couple.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Hope Restored   Finding New Ways to Thrive in Your Marriage    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Navigating Marriage Expectations When Marriage Isn’t How You Thought It Would Be   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Praying Through the Tougher Times 28.04.2026 9мин

Prayer is one of the key ingredients to helping you experience a deeper relationship with your mate. Kathi Lipp joins Jim Daly to discuss the difference prayer can make in your marriage. Also, Erin Smalley shares about couples she's seen persevere through serious challenges by relying on God.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Praying God’s Word for Your Life for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Bringing Purpose and Power to Your Prayer Life    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

If You Aren’t Doing Well Spiritually 23.04.2026 11мин

Most couples go through a season where you're not connecting like you want. Erin Smalley addresses how spiritual connection matters, and that a lot of couples are struggling in this area. Plus, Jim Daly and Debra Fileta give some thoughts for getting on the same page spiritually again.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Love in Every Season for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Loving Your Spouse Through the Seasons of Marriage    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Conversation Starters for Date Nights   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Keeping Attraction Alive 21.04.2026 11мин

When you fell in love, was it love at first sight, or did attraction grow with time? Jim Daly and Debra Fileta address how a person can fall in love with their mate, and enjoy the spring season of marriage. Also, Erin and Greg Smalley will address why taking care of yourself is good for your relationship   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Love in Every Season for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Loving Your Spouse Through the Seasons of Marriage    Spring: Is Your Relationship Growing?    God’s Plan for Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Are You Facing Spiritual Warfare? 16.04.2026 13мин

How do you know if you're facing spiritual warfare? Dr. Tim Muehlhoff and his wife Noreen joined Jim Daly to discuss 5 real signs that you're actually under a spiritual attack. Also, Greg and Erin open up about times they persevered when they tempted to be discouraged.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Defending Your Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Hope Restored   The Spiritual Battle for Your Marriage    Counseling Consultation and Referrals    Is This a Spiritual Attack, or Is My Spouse Just a Jerk?   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Financial Unity Honors God 14.04.2026 13мин

If you're not on the same page financially, please know, you aren't the only couple facing that tension. Greg Smalley shares how many couples actually have a serious disagreement regarding finances. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn about how you can get on the same page with money.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Thriving in Love and Money for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Game Changing Marriage and Money Insights    End Daily Disagreements About Money    Money Choices That Couples Need to Make in Every Season of Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

You’re Not Your Spouse’s Holy Spirit 09.04.2026 8мин

What if you took a second to pray for your spouse before criticizing him or her? Jim Daly joins Ron and Deb DeArmond on why you cannot be your spouse's Holy Spirit. They also tell a beautiful story of how Ron proposed to her again decades after they'd gotten married. Then, Erin explains why it's good to remind your mate, "you're still the one."   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book I Choose You Today for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Making Daily Choices to Love Your Spouse    Choosing to Love Your Spouse    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Starting with Prayer 07.04.2026 9мин

How do you and your spouse pray together? Greg and Erin Smalley open up about what Bible verses they pray over each other. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Ryan and Selena Frederick on how The Lord's Prayer from the New Testament can be a good prayer outline for you and your spouse.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book 40 Prayers for My Spouse Bundle for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Making Prayer a Priority in Your Marriage    What Research Says About Couples Who Pray Together    How Prayer Can Lead to Deeper Intimacy in Your Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

4 Big Decisions 02.04.2026 13мин

What if a small choice could have a tremendous impact on your marriage? Jim Daly has a conversation with Arlene Pellicane on 4 choices you can make to have a better relationship. At the end, Greg and Erin will give some thoughts on how to have fun together.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Making Marriage Easier for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Four Key Decisions for Loving Your Spouse for Life    Three Ways to Invest in Your Marriage (and Have Fun Along the Way)    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Take Time to Talk 31.03.2026 12мин

Is there a certain amount of time that you have to spend with your spouse on a daily basis? Greg Smalley gives some research-backed information on the right amount of time couples should talk to each other. Also, Jim Daly asks Trey and Lea Morgan about making time together a priority.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book 10 Ways to a Stronger Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Secrets to a Strong and Happy Marriage    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage    Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Don’t Settle for Control or Manipulation 26.03.2026 9мин

We all have times of conflict, but what if it feels like your spouse is being controlling or manipulative? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Ron Welch and his wife Jan, who overcame control issues in their own marriage. Plus, John and Erin share how to know if you're truly being the best spouse you can be.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Controlling Husband for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   How to Deal With a Controlling Spouse    Contact our Counseling Team    The Benefits of Losing Control in Your Marriage   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.