May242013

Managing Expectations in Marriage

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Dr. Greg Smalley

Marriage counselor Dr. Greg Smalley relates stories from his own marriage and answers questions about common marital expectations and the frequent disillusionment that follows.

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Broadcast Bios

Guest

Greg Smalley

Greg SmalleyDr. Greg Smalley is the executive director of marriage and family formation at Focus on the the Family. He is also a popular conference speaker and an author who has written or co-written 10 books including The Wholehearted Marriage and The Marriage You've Always Dreamed Of. Greg holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and is a specialist in relationship coaching. He and his wife, Erin, have four children.

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Jim Daly

Jim DalyJim Daly is President and Chief Executive Officer of Focus on the Family, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and defending families worldwide. Daly has held several leadership positions for Focus, and has been predominantly involved in the ministry's Public Affairs, Marketing and International efforts.

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John Fuller

John FullerJohn Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division and co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program. He also serves on the board of the National Religious Broadcasters and speaks publicly on a variety of family and business topics. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.

Broadcast Calendar

May 2013

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			1 05/1/13: Our Prayers for America (Part 1 of 2)In honor of the National Day of Prayer, Jim Daly and John Fuller share recorded prayers from listeners asking God to continue to guide, protect and bless our nation. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	2 05/2/13: Our Prayers for America (Part 2 of 2)In honor of the National Day of Prayer, Jim Daly and John Fuller share recorded prayers from listeners asking God to continue to guide, protect and bless our nation. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	3 05/3/13: Supporting Children in Foster CareChild advocate Gail Wahl shares her journey of becoming a voice for the foster and adoptive community and encourages others to get involved however they feel called.Learn More >>	4 05/4/13: Weekend Magazine: May 4-5, 2013This weekend: help for moms who struggle to say “no.” Showing love to members of your family in the right language. And why you need to be decisive about home organization. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
5	6 05/6/13: How Your Differences Strengthen Your MarriageFamily physician Dr. Walt Larimore and his wife Barb discuss how God designed the unique differences between men and women for our benefit.Learn More >>	7 05/7/13: Managing Emotions in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)Author Lysa TerKeurst, along with her husband Art, tackle the underlying expectations and strong emotions that accompany conflict in marriage, and provide listeners with practical tools for navigating disagreements in the future. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	8 05/8/13: Managing Emotions in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)Author Lysa TerKeurst, along with her husband Art, tackle the underlying expectations and strong emotions that accompany conflict in marriage, and provide listeners with practical tools for navigating disagreements in the future. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	9 05/9/13: The Sacred Calling of Motherhood (Part 1 of 2)Author Erin Davis encourages women to embrace their identity in God's high calling to motherhood, rather than become distracted by the difficulties that accompany it. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	10 05/10/13: The Sacred Calling of Motherhood (Part 2 of 2)Author Erin Davis encourages women to embrace their identity in God's high calling to motherhood, rather than become distracted by the difficulties that accompany it. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	11 05/11/13: Weekend Magazine: May 11-12, 2013This weekend: working through issues of guilt as a busy mom. Do you ever compare yourself to the “Proverbs 31” woman? And some special stories from listeners for Mother’s Day. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
12	13 05/13/13: Embracing the Imperfections of Real-Life Motherhood (Part 1 of 2)Popular speaker Jill Savage encourages moms to release the pressures to be perfect by getting out of the comparison trap and learning to offer more grace. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	14 05/14/13: Embracing the Imperfections of Real-Life Motherhood (Part 2 of 2)Popular speaker Jill Savage encourages moms to release the pressures to be perfect by getting out of the comparison trap and learning to offer more grace. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	15 05/15/13: Practical Advice for Strong-Willed Wives (Part 1 of 2)Clinical psychologist Debbie Cherry discusses the issue of biblical submission, dispels common myths surrounding submission, and shares how she’s worked through her own personality in a way that honors both God and her husband. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	16 05/16/13: Practical Advice for Strong-Willed Wives (Part 2 of 2)Clinical psychologist Debbie Cherry discusses the issue of biblical submission, dispels common myths surrounding submission, and shares how she’s worked through her own personality in a way that honors both God and her husband. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	17 05/17/13: Encounters with JesusPopular speaker Priscilla Shirer uses the biblical characters of Mary, Martha and Lazarus to illustrate three lives dramatically changed through encounters with Jesus Christ, and emphasizes how God can change us as we seek to serve Him.Learn More >>	18 05/18/13: Weekend Magazine: May 18-19, 2013This weekend: creating a healthy schedule for busy moms. Why anger in your marriage can be a good thing. And how to deal with young boys who get into trouble. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
19	20 05/20/13: A Father’s Influence in His Daughter’s Life (Part 1 of 2)Dr. Kevin Leman and Kim Trobee share stories and insight on why the dad-daughter relationship matters and the importance of spending time and investing in the relationship wisely. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	21 05/21/13: A Father’s Influence in His Daughter’s Life (Part 2 of 2)Dr. Kevin Leman and Kim Trobee share stories and insight on why the dad-daughter relationship matters and the importance of spending time and investing in the relationship wisely. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	22 05/22/13: Exposing the Dark World of Human Trafficking (Part 1 of 2)Former US Congresswoman Linda Smith discusses the alarming prevalence of modern-day human trafficking, what is being done domestically to protect victims, and how parents and youth leaders can teach the warning signs to their children. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	23 05/23/13: Exposing the Dark World of Human Trafficking (Part 2 of 2)Former US Congresswoman Linda Smith discusses the alarming prevalence of modern-day human trafficking, what is being done domestically to protect victims, and how parents and youth leaders can teach the warning signs to their children. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	24 05/24/13: Managing Expectations in MarriageMarriage counselor Dr. Greg Smalley relates stories from his own marriage and answers questions about common marital expectations and the frequent disillusionment that follows.Learn More >>	25 05/25/13: Weekend Magazine: May 25-26, 2013This weekend: reasons why boys and young men need limits on their video games. The value of working through serious problems in your marriage. And planning on the long-term success of good fathering. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
26	27 05/27/13: Softening a Crusty HeartIn this recorded presentation, Lieutenant Colonel Don Coble tells his powerful journey of going from a hardened military man who escaped his inner misery through overwork and alcoholism, to a new man in Christ, due to the pursuit of God's love.Learn More >>	28 05/28/13: Managing the Impact of PMS and Perimenopause (Part 1 of 2)Popular speaker Lorraine Pintus shares her journey with the hormonal changes surrounding PMS and Perimenopause, and offers insight to women - and their husbands - to help lessen its impact. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	29 05/29/13: Managing the Impact of PMS and Perimenopause (Part 2 of 2)Popular speaker Lorraine Pintus shares her journey with the hormonal changes surrounding PMS and Perimenopause, and offers insight to women - and their husbands - to help lessen its impact. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	30 05/30/13: Raising Kids with Christ-Like Conviction (Part 1 of 2)Marriage and family therapists Paul and Virginia Friesen offer insight and practical advice for helping to launch children with a strong commitment to follow Jesus Christ. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	31 05/31/13: Raising Kids with Christ-Like Conviction (Part 2 of 2)Marriage and family therapists Paul and Virginia Friesen offer insight and practical advice for helping to launch children with a strong commitment to follow Jesus Christ. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>