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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.
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Greg and Erin talk with Luke and Joel Smallbone and their sister, Rebecca St. James talk about their own family story behind the Unsung Hero movie. The movie follows the family' s mother, Helen Smallbone , as she uses her faith to hold her husband and children together by turning struggles into an adventure and exercise their faith in God Later we will have our always fun conversation starter segment. We wrap the show with a listener question about settling while you are dating.
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Greg and Erin continue their discussion with Dave and Ashley Willis about setting boundaries with your in-laws. Later Joannie DeBrito joins the show to weigh in on how to set healthy boundaries with your in-laws with your spouse. We wrap with a listener question from Jay about a spouse being unreceptive toward their feelings.
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1How do you set boundaries with in-laws? Today, Dave and Ashley Willis join Greg and Erin to discuss setting boundaries with in-laws. Plus, Sterling Knight-Pinneo joins to share his thoughts on setting biblical boundaries!
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What is the key to a healthy marriage? Greg and Erin talk with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads about managing marriage expectations and weekly marriage dates. Plus, Greg and Erin tackle a popular marriage myth!
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Can marriage survive infertility? Today, Chad and Tori Masters join Greg and Erin to talk about their journey waiting for their son, Micah. Plus, Bill Arbuckle gives a devotion about looking for God in waiting seasons!
Check out this article to learn more about how you can thrive, even in a waiting season!
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What does the bible say about sex in marriage? Dr. Juli Slattery joins Greg and Erin to discuss the importance of sex in marriage. Plus, we have an extra long Q&A with some voicemails with some of our listeners!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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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!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
Click here to read Erin's article about healing separations.
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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!
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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!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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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!
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Need some Valentine's date ideas? Today, Greg and Erin host a roundtable with some married friends to share some Valentine's day ideas!
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Check out these conversation starters to use on date night!
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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
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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
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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!
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Are you struggling with communication in marriage? Today, Greg and Erin are joined by Matt and Angel Rigsby to discuss what they learned about how to improve communication in marriage by using heart talk. Plus, we'll hear some inspiring stories from some of our Hope Restored alumni!
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Need some help figuring out what you're feeling? Check out the Feelings Wheel!
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Merry Christmas! On today's special holiday episode, Greg and Erin talk with some friends here at Focus on the Family about some early marriage stories from Christmas. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some holiday conversation starters!
Check out some more conversation starters for the holiday season!
Want to hear more about Greg's Furby story? Click here!
Do you struggle with selfishness in marriage? Dino and Ashley Petrone join Greg and Erin to talk about moving away from family after marriage and how that season taught them lessons about emotion connection in marriage. Plus, counselor Jerry Jones stops by to discuss some practical tips for overcoming selfishness in marriage!
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Are you and your spouse struggling to show the Fruits of the Spirit towards each other? Check out this free video series!
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How can a husband lead a fierce woman? Kimberly and LeRoy Wagner join Greg and Erin to talk about fierce women and biblical leadership in marriage. Plus, we'll hear some amazing impact stories from our Hope Restored intensive and our amazing listeners!
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Wondering if the Hope Restored intensive is for you? Check out the details here.!
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