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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage

Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage

By: Focus on the Family
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Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family.

2026 Focus on the Family
Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Work on Yourself, Not Your Spouse Pt. 2
    Mar 23 2026

    Pastor Dan Seaborn returns for more great conversation on reflection in marriage. When was the last time you asked yourself, "What caused me to do that?" when you responded to your spouse in a not-so-productive way? Greg and Erin also have an exercise to build connection that will open up your spouse's inner world, and we answer a listener question about how often to have sex in a healthy marriage.

    The Necessary Nine

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    35 mins
  • Work on Yourself, Not Your Spouse Pt. 1
    Mar 16 2026

    Join Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley with their guest, Pastor Dan Seaborn as he describes how he and his wife transformed their marriage over the last three years. There's clinical wisdom for serious issues, but shared in casual and productive ways on this episode. We also share some questions to open up your spouse's inner world, as well as answer a listener's question on how often married couples should have sex.

    The Necessary Nine

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    Here's insight on a Healing Separation

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    53 mins
  • Make Your Marriage A Fortress
    Mar 9 2026

    Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley discuss the importance of making marriages strong enough to withstand life's challenges. We're bringing back one of our best friends, Dr. Gary Thomas, who talks about his book 'Making Your Marriage a Fortress.' The conversation covers how sin, temptations, and life trials can erode a relationship. We also discuss the significance of spiritual growth, community, and emotional safety in marriages. We'll also answer a listener's question about handling life after divorce and provide practical advice on creating a couples' vision board to achieve future goals together.

    Making Your Marriage A Fortress

    Hope Restored

    Article: How To Overcome Unrealistic Expectations in Marriage

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    Call our Counseling Line

    Here's insight on a Healing Separation

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    41 mins
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