Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

When your marriage faces a crisis, two of the most important things you need are supportive friends and to choose forgiveness. But what about when you don't feel like forgiving? John talks with Erin and Greg about how forgiveness is a process and not a one time decision. Featuring Mr. Mark and Mrs. Jill Savage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive Jill Savage's book "Your Next Steps: What to Do When Your Spouse is Unfaithful" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1309303 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/accountability-and-forgiveness/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Even if your spouse has betrayed you, God promises to still be with you. The Bible reminds us that He is close to those who are brokenhearted. If your marriage is in a dark place, we want to offer some hope. John, Greg and Erin discuss a few helpful tips for couples on how to get through a valley of deep hurts. Featuring Mark and Jill Savage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive Jill Savage's book "Your Next Steps: What to Do When Your Spouse is Unfaithful" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1309303 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/after-an-affair-is-confessed/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every season your marriage goes through has benefits to it. Even if it's a difficult time, your relationship can come out better on the other side. John, Greg and Erin share about the ways your marriage can grow in the winter season. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive Debra Fileta's book "Love in Every Season" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-26?refcd=1307011 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-you-face-a-winter-season/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

How does the word "conflict," make you feel? Like it or not, it will be part of your marriage. The key is in how you deal with it when it comes. Greg, Erin and John discuss five styles of conflict and share which ones they identify with the most. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Receive Debra Fileta's book "Love in Every Season" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-26?refcd=1307011 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/five-styles-of-conflict/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When a wife finds out her husband is struggling with pornography, many times, she feels a sense of, "I'm not good enough." The sting of the betrayal can even trigger hurts from the past. In those situations, what do you do? Greg, Erin and John offer a dose of encouragement to marriages that've been hurt by pornography. Featuring David and Kirsten Samuel. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Kirsten Samuel's book "Choosing a Way Out" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-11-23?refcd=1304408 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/when-past-hurts-come-up/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Pornography is a dangerous trap that sadly many people are caught in today. But instead of keeping it a secret, it must be brought into the light. John, Erin and Greg discuss how having trustworthy friends around you can help save your marriage from pornography. Featuring David and Kirsten Samuel. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Kirsten Samuel's book "Choosing a Way Out" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-11-23?refcd=1304408 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/finding-healing-from-sexual-brokenness/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Getting to know your spouse can feel like driving down a road with unexpected turns. On the journey, there will be situations where you bump into conflict. John, Erin and Greg explain how having a relationship with God can help you during marriage conflict. Featuring Pastor Rob and Gina Flood. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Get Rob Flood's book: "With These Words" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-01-11?refcd=1299805 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/how-would-god-respond-to-marriage-conflict/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you're frustrated with your spouse, it's easy to say hurtful things. In fact, some couples have even said things like, "I married the wrong person!" John, Erin and Greg discuss how you can turn negative emotions around in your marriage, even when you're upset at your mate. Featuring Pastor Rob and Gina Flood. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY Get Rob Flood's book: "With These Words" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2022-01-11?refcd=1299805 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/i-married-the-wrong-person/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When a marriage has been hurt by betrayal, the road of recovery takes time. It's not an easy journey, but healing is possible with God's help. John, Greg and Erin offer a healthy perspective for couples traveling the road to recovery. Featuring Mr. Mark and Mrs. Jill Savage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Jill Savage's book "Your Next Steps: What To Do When Your Spouse Is Unfaithful" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1296705 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-roller-coaster-of-recovery/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If your spouse has hurt you, it's easy to start playing the blame game. But doing so will only make things worse, not better. John, Erin and Greg discuss a step you can take toward healing in your marriage, even after being hurt by your spouse. Featuring Mr. Mark and Mrs. Jill Savage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Jill Savage's book "Your Next Steps: What To Do When Your Spouse Is Unfaithful" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1296705 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/why-blaming-is-so-dangerous/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/