Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

Your spouse might be amazing, but he or she cannot meet every expectation you have. In some way, he or she will fall short. John, Greg and Erin discuss how to let go of bad expectations in your marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "9 Lies That Will Destroy Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-20?refcd=1101002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/what-your-spouse-is-not/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

A lack of communication can open the door to all kinds of unhealthy assumptions about your spouse. John, Greg, and Erin give some ideas for how to deal with negative assumptions in your relationship, and explain why reading the Bible can help you become a better spouse. Featuring Dr. Ron and Mrs. Jan Welch.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-15?refcd=1099902Get more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/the-danger-of-assumptions/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Just like a professional sport needs rules to be played well, your marriage needs boundaries for effective communication. John talks with the Smalleys about rules they have in their own marriage for communicating with each other.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Dr. Ron Welch's book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-15?refcd=1099902Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/rules-for-marriage-communication/#featured-resource-CTAIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Greg and Erin talk with John about how they've learned to get passed misunderstandings, and why working through miscommunication is worth it.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "The Intimate Connection" with your donation of any amount: https://secure.anedot.com/focus-on-the-family/don-fofm-podcast-2021-03-09?source_code=1100201&donation_pledge_code=FRIENDSFAMGet more resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/moving-on-from-miscommunication/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

As problems come up in your relationship, it's essential to deal with them. But the big question is, how? John, Erin and Greg explain why you shouldn't run from marriage issues, and discuss how praying together helps build a lasting foundation for your relationship.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Dr. Kevin Leman’s book “The Intimate Connection” for your donation of any amount: https://secure.anedot.com/focus-on-the-family/don-fofm-podcast-2021-03-09?source_code=1100201&donation_pledge_code=FRIENDSFAMGet more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/dont-run-from-the-problem/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your spouse has an annoying habit, it's easy to snap at him or her. How can you show love and patience to your mate when he or she is getting on your last nerve? John, Greg and Erin give some ideas on how to deal with annoying habits in your marriage, and discuss the importance of allowing God to work on your spouse. Featuring Joshua & Raquel Rogers.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Confessions of a Happily Married Man" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-27?refcd=1097002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/letting-god-work-on-your-spouse/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Integrity is for a marriage what a foundation is for a house. Without it, your relationship will fall apart. John, Greg and Erin discuss what genuine integrity looks like, and how to talk with your spouse about difficult things.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the book "Confessions of a Happily Married Man" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-27?refcd=1097002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/how-integrity-leads-to-intimacy/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

As time rolls on in your marriage, the feelings of love will come and go. Whether you feel in love with your spouse today or not, you've come to the right place. Greg, Erin and John explain how relying on God's love can help you overcome feelings of apathy in your marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the book "9 Lies That Will Destroy Your Marriage" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-20?refcd=1092311Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/what-god-says-about-love/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Scripture tells us that two spouses "become one," in marriage. But what does that mean? John, Greg and Erin provide some ideas for how to live in unity with your spouse. .Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILYGet the book "9 Lies That Will Destroy Your Marriage" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-20?refcd=1092311Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/a-healthy-perspective-on-becoming-one/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

All of us want to feel the freedom to be ourselves when we're with our mate. But, if one spouse is always trying to control the other, it can weigh a marriage down with resentment. John, Greg and Erin discuss how giving your spouse freedom can strengthen your relationship. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2021-04-15?refcd=1089709Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/letting-go-of-control-in-your-marriage/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey