Greg and Erin Smalley

Dr. Greg Smalley serves as the vice president of Marriage and Family Formation at Focus on the Family. Prior to joining Focus, Greg worked for the Center for Relationship Enrichment at John Brown University and served as the president of the National Institute of Marriage (now known as Hope Restored). Greg’s wife, Erin, serves as a strategic spokesperson for Focus on the Family’s marriage ministry. She is a licensed professional counselor with a private practice and a popular conference speaker. Greg and Erin have separately written many books and have co-authored several including Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage and Reconnected. The couple also co-hosts a weekly podcast called Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage.

Turning Conflict Into Connection in Your Marriage

Dr. Greg Smalley and his wife, Erin, explain that the majority of marital conflicts result from ongoing problems, like personality differences, that will never be “solved.” In light of this, they encourage couples to cultivate understanding, grace, and humility, and to communicate with vulnerability by sharing from the heart.

July 27, 2026

Marriage First Aid Kit

Practical Christian help for couples facing a marriage crisis, emotional disconnection, or betrayal. Learn how to stabilize your relationship, rebuild trust, establish healthy boundaries, and seek wise support.

June 6, 2026

Emotions are like a check engine light on your car.

What Does the Bible Say About Emotions?

Emotions are like the dash lights in your car. They’re not the problem; they’re simply trying to tell you something.

April 22, 2025