Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

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Couples and Credit Cards Apr 04, 2024

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How 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 Lotich about some of the rules they have for handling money.

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How to Prevent Cyberbullying in Your Child’s Life

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Submitting Your Money to God Apr 02, 2024

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What 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 stewardship in your marriage.

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Coping With Financial Crisis and Maintaining Your Marriage

Money Tips from God

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Pornography Hurts True Intimacy Mar 28, 2024

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Sadly, 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 practical steps a person can take towards wholeness if he or she is struggling with pornography.

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Responding to Your Husband's Secret: Porn

No Porn Marriage Podcast

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When Spouses Have Differing Sexual Desires Mar 26, 2024

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Sex 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 how couples can work through scenarios where one spouse wants sex more than the other. Finally, Erin Smalley will offer a helpful perspective on how to ask your spouse for sex.

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Remembering the Story of How You Met Mar 21, 2024

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It'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 still used it anyway.

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Improve Your Marriage Through Thankfulness

The Story of Us

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Marriage and Children with Special Needs Mar 19, 2024

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For 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 about how she and her husband Matt kept their marriage strong, even during some challenges with their daughter.

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Managing Marriage and Children with Special Needs

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Repeat Back Your Spouse’s Interests Mar 14, 2024

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When your spouse shows genuine interest in something you enjoy, it's like good medicine for the heart. Bill and Pam Farrel talk with Jim Daly about how they've encouraged couples to express curiosity in something your mate likes doing. Also, John and the Smalley's cover a common communication struggle many husbands deal with in marriage.

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Learn how You're Feeling with the Feelings Wheel

Why are Men Like Waffles? Why are Women Like Spaghetti?

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Communication Mistakes Spouses Make Mar 12, 2024

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How 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 give some tips to help you avoid miscommunications in your marriage.

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Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse

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Getting on the Same Page Financially Mar 07, 2024

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The 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 couple. Plus, John talks with the Smalley's about some money rules they've implemented in their marriage.

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Communicating About Debt

3 Steps to Stop Bankruptcy From Bankrupting Your Marriage

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Being Honest About Your Financial History Mar 05, 2024

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What 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 and your future spouse to talk about your money habits before getting married.

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3 Steps to Stop Bankruptcy From Bankrupting Your Marriage

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