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01/12/2023

Season 7. Episode 3: Christmas Through the Eyes of a Little Boy

Many boys wake up excited for Christmas day. To celebrate boys during the holidays, Kim, Jesse and John reflect on ways their sons have celebrated Christmas. You'll also hear Focus President Jim Daly read a story about a Christmas present he got as a young child. Receive the book 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experience for your donation of any amount! Sign up for Our 2023 Advent Content RezilientKidz Adventures in Odyssey Clubhouse Magazine Clubhouse Jr. Magazine How to Serve Others this Christmas If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

01/12/2023

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21 min
21/11/2023

Warning Signs That Can Lead to an Affair

Small things left unchecked in your marriage might make your relationship more vulnerable to an affair. John, Erin and Greg discuss how you can guard your marriage from an affair. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Pastor Rick Bulman and his wife Tiffany about a season where they didn't heed the warning signs in their marriage. Receive the book Mended for your donation of any amount! Hope Restored Listen Anytime The Billy Graham Rule: Should You Have Opposite-Sex Friendships? How to Know When Your Marriage Is in Trouble If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

21/11/2023

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13 min
26 AUG

Restoring Hope to Your Marriage

Married for over 50 years, Ron and Opal Erickson are a host couple for Hope Restored. More than 20 years ago, Ron had a serious midlife crisis, going on a downward spiral that led to a relationship with another woman. He and Opal were estranged for about 18 months until he finally submitted his life to God. Their marriage was restored and now have a music ministry. As a Hope Restored host couple, they get to share their music and their story with those couples. This free audio collection contains over 5 hours of content featuring Ron and Opal Erickson, Dr. Greg Smalley, Dr. Bob and Jenni Paul, and others. Find practical advice and encouragement for your marriage. Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

26 Aug

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28 min
26 SEPT

Experiencing True Intimacy with Your Spouse (Part 1 of 2)

In this lighthearted workshop, Gary and Barb Rosberg explain how couples can enjoy more sexual intimacy by tuning in to each other’s needs, like affirmation for women and responsiveness for men. In the second half of the message, the Rosbergs discuss the importance of spiritual intimacy for couples, and demonstrate ‘conversational prayer’ on stage. Receive the book The 5 Sex Needs of Men and Women for a pledge or donation of any amount plus a free audio download of “Experiencing True Intimacy with Your Spouse I-II.” Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

26 Sept

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28 min
13 AUG

Navigating Midlife Transitions in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

Every marriage goes through some predictable and unavoidable transitions like “baby makes three” and then the “the empty nest”. Other transitions also come along that will significantly impact your time, energy, and your relationship with your spouse. Bill and Pam Farrel help you learn how to handle these transitions and offer ways you can approach them to strengthen your marriage. They offer some tools to help you identify those transitions and come out stronger on the other side! (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Couple Can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Navigating Midlife Transitions in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

13 Aug

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27 min
14 AUG

Navigating Midlife Transitions in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

Every marriage goes through some predictable and unavoidable transitions like “baby makes three” and then the “the empty nest”. Other transitions also come along that will significantly impact your time, energy, and your relationship with your spouse. Bill and Pam Farrel help you learn how to handle these transitions and offer way you can approach them to strengthen your marriage. They offer some tools to help you identify those transitions and come out stronger on the other side! (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Couple Can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Navigating Midlife Transitions in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

14 Aug

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26 min
15 AUG

Reasons to Believe in Jesus (Part 1 of 2)

J.John explains what makes Christianity stand out among other world religions, starting with the fact that Jesus Christ fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophecies! He also explains how Jesus is the answer to the problem of our sinful nature, and shares how he has seen Jesus answer desperate prayers. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book Jesus Christ - The Truth plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Reasons to Believe in Jesus" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

15 Aug

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27 min
22 OCT

Porn: It’s More Dangerous Than You Think

Many people, even within the church, are struggling with pornography. How do you get free from it? Jim Daly speaks with Mark Makinney, who struggled with pornography for years, on why it's so dangerous and addictive. Also, John and the Smalley's will explain why not dealing with a porn problem can be catastrophic to your marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Fight for Love for your donation of any amount! Hope Restored Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department No Porn Marriage Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

22 Oct

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9 min
13 AUG

Reset Your Mindset About Your Mate

Have you ever been listening to a sermon, or a lecture and thought, "my spouse should hear this?" Many of us have. John Fuller and Erin Smalley share why fixating on your spouse's issues can lead to other problems. Then, you'll hear Jim Daly and Ted Lowe share how to reset your mind when you're constantly frustrated at your mate. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Us in Mind for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Mission Mindset: The Resilient Husband If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

13 Aug

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13 min
29 AUG

What is Real Repentance in Marriage?

Repentance is sometimes the key you need to take your marriage to the next level. Greg Smalley defines what true repentance is. Then, Jim Daly talks with Dr. Ron Welch about a time he realized he needed to change the way he was treating his wife Jan. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book 10 Choices for a Better Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

29 Aug

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10 min

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