Focus on the Family Strengthening Marriage Podcast

How do you embrace the ways you and your spouse are so different? Greg Smalley gives a helpful perspective for appreciating your mate's uniqueness. Also, Jim Daly talks to Tara Lalonde and Dr. Bob Paul on how to love your spouse for who they are, not who you wish they'd be.

Has the romance run dry in your marriage? Most couples go through a season where that happens. Erin Smalley gives a few tips for small things you can do if the romance is low. Then, Jim Daly talks to Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde about how remembering you are a team can lead to more romantic moments.

It's wonderful to recount your story before you and your spouse fell in love. Jim Daly talks with Rebecca St. James and her husband Cubbie on what their lives were like before they met. Plus, John asks Greg about why it's good for couples to reminisce on how God has worked in your lives.

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In Christ, you can experience redemption, even after you've made poor choices in your marriage. Jim Daly talks with Jim Turner on how to confront lies you might believe about yourself. Then, Greg shares how to respond well if a good friend calls you out on something.

How do you like to bless your mate and ask him or her, "how are you doing?" It's good to make that a regular part of your relationship. The Smalley's joined Jim and Jean Daly to discuss the importance of making your marriage a high priority above other human relationships. Plus, John Fuller asks Greg and Erin about why having fun is good for your marriage.