How do you remain thankful for your mate, even when you notice their flaws? John and the Smalley's share some ideas for seeing the best aspects of your spouse. Plus, Matt and Lisa Jacobson talk with Jim Daly about how God's love for us compels us to better love our mate. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1 800 A FAMILY Receive the 2 Book Bundle: Loving Your Husband/Wife Well for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Four Ways Couples Can Wake Up from Feeling Stuck in Marriage Believing the Best About Your Spouse If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
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Should You Tithe as a Couple?
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Tue Apr 30 02:30:07 2024 - 1Practicing generosity to your local church is a wonderful thing to do as a couple. John and Greg address how they've learned give regularly to their respective church congregations. Also, Jim Daly speaks with Bob and Linda Lotich on why God...If Your Spouse Has Experienced Sexual Abuse
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Apr 26 02:30:06 2024 - 5Past sexual abuse can be one of the most difficult things to discuss with your spouse. John, Erin and Greg provide hope to people who've been sexually abused. Plus, Jim Daly speaks to Dr. Michael Sytsma about how you can be a source of heal...Getting Rid of Unrealistic Sexual Expectations
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Apr 24 02:30:07 2024 - 4Unrealistic expectations going into marriage will lead to disappointment. That principle also applies to sex. John, Erin and Greg discuss how unhealthy expectations is something many couples struggle with. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk wit...Choosing to Be Thankful for Your Mate
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Apr 19 02:30:09 2024 - 3How do you remain thankful for your mate, even when you notice their flaws? John and the Smalley's share some ideas for seeing the best aspects of your spouse. Plus, Matt and Lisa Jacobson talk with Jim Daly about how God's love for us comp...Owning Your Faith, Even When Your Spouse Doesn’t Own Theirs
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Tue Apr 16 02:30:08 2024 - 4What can you do when your spouse isn't showing the spiritual maturity you'd hoped for? Jim Daly talks with Matt and Lisa Jacobson about why it's best to focus on your own walk with God. Also, John asks Greg and Erin about how you can practi...The Different Ways Men and Women Are Romantic
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Apr 12 02:30:07 2024 - 10What do you find romantic? John, Erin, and Greg share examples of what's romantic to them. Plus, Bill and Pam Farrel talk with Jim Daly about simple, yet effective ways you can romance your spouse. Â Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/...Passwords to Resolve Conflict
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Tue Apr 9 02:30:07 2024 - 4How do you and your spouse try to resolve conflict? John asks Greg and Erin about ways they've learned to get better at managing conflict in their relationship. You'll also hear a lighthearted discussion Jim Daly had with Bill and Pam Ferre...Couples and Credit Cards
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Apr 5 02:30:07 2024 - 5How you talk about and make decisions on money as a couple is extremely important for the unity of your marriage. John and the Smalley's address common mistakes couples make regarding their finances. Then, Jim Daly speaks with Bob and Linda...Submitting Your Money to God
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Tue Apr 2 02:30:09 2024 - 6What does it practically look like to trust God with your money? Bob and Linda Lotich join Jim Daly to discuss a phrase that helps them manage their money Assets Under Management. Also, John and Greg address the need to practice financial s...Pornography Hurts True Intimacy
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Thu Mar 28 02:30:06 2024 - 5Sadly, many marriages today have at least one spouse who's struggling with pornography. Jim Daly speaks with Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn about the great damage porn can do to a marriage. Then, John and Greg discuss some practica...When Spouses Have Differing Sexual Desires
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Mar 27 02:30:05 2024 - 7Sex is a wonderful gift for marriage, and yet, it can also be complicated. John and Greg address how physical intimacy is a top issue many couples fight over. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Shaunti Feldhahn and Dr. Michael Sytsma about...Remembering the Story of How You Met
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Thu Mar 21 02:30:05 2024 - 8It's wonderful to reflect on how you and your spouse fell in love. John asks the Smalley's to share their fun love story. Then, you'll hear Jim Daly talk to Matt and Lisa Jacobson about how their first meeting didn't go so well, and why God...Marriage and Children with Special Needs
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Tue Mar 19 02:30:07 2024 - 5For couples that have a child with special needs, the challenges are very real. John, Erin and Greg address what it's been like for each of their marriages to raise a child who has special needs. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Lisa Jacobson abou...Repeat Back Your Spouse’s Interests
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Mar 15 02:30:07 2024 - 7 Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1 800 A FAMILY  Receive the book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti for your donation of any amount!  Focus on Marriage Assessment  Listen Anytime  Learn ...Communication Mistakes Spouses Make
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Tue Mar 12 02:30:05 2024 - 8How do you and your spouse work through your different communication styles? Jim Daly is joined by marriage experts, Bill and Pam Farrel, and they'll share common mistakes men and women make in communicating. Plus, John and the Smalley's gi...Getting on the Same Page Financially
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Mar 8 02:30:06 2024 - 7The discussions you have about money early in your marriage help set the tone for your financial habits as a couple. Jim Daly speaks with Linda and Bob Lotich about some of the conversations they had about money when they were a young coupl...Being Honest About Your Financial History
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Mar 6 02:30:06 2024 - 8What were some of your financial habits going into marriage? Jim Daly talks to Bob and Linda Lotich, who get very honest about how they handled money before walking the aisle. Also, John, Greg and Erin bring up why it's important for you an...How Often Should We be Intimate?
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Mar 1 02:30:06 2024 - 5It's common for married couples to ask, "how often should we be physically intimate?" While there's no rule, Jim Daly speaks to Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn on why many couples struggle to agree on frequency. You'll also hear Joh...Three Types of Sexual Desire
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Feb 28 02:30:07 2024 - 10How do you deal with a situation where you and your spouse have differing desires regarding sex? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn about three kinds of sexual desire that most couples deal with. Also, John and the ...When Your Childhood Impacts Your Marriage
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Feb 23 02:30:07 2024 - 8Undealt with pain from your childhood can sometimes come up unexpectedly in the ways you treat your spouse. John, Erin and Greg will encourage you to deal with wounds from your childhood. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Lisa Jacobson an...Connecting Well in the Evening
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Feb 21 02:30:06 2024 - 5When you've had a long day, it's easy to pull out your phone and not talk with your spouse. John and Greg emphasize why it's important to be disciplined with your screen time in marriage. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Lisa Jacobson about how s...Respecting Your Spouse’s Brain Wiring
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Thu Feb 15 02:30:05 2024 - 15One of the biggest factors in how husbands and wives communicate is the unique ways each of your brains are wired. Bill and Pam Farrel join Jim Daly to address the different ways God designed men and women's brains. Plus, John, Greg and Eri...The Ways Men and Women Process Information
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Feb 14 02:30:05 2024 - 8Do you ever get frustrated by the different ways and your spouse communicate? Jim Daly talks with marriage experts, Bill and Pam Farrel about the differences in how men and women talk. You'll also hear John and the Smalley's share why it's ...Don’t Hide from the Pain
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Fri Feb 9 02:30:06 2024 - 6How do you handle painful memories? While it's not fun to think about them, we encourage you to not hide from them either. Jim Daly and Dr. Ron Deal encourage blended families to work through painful situations from the past. Plus, John and...The Ripples of Grief for Blended Families
Focus on Marriage Podcast - Wed Feb 7 02:30:28 2024 - 6Sadness and pain happen in every family. How do you pick up the pieces, even when you can't shake painful memories? Jim Daly and Dr. Ron Deal address some of the ways sadness and grief impact blended families. Also, John and the Smalley's e...
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