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April 20, 2021

Developing Spiritual Strength in Your Marriage

Marriage was created by God to reflect His character to the world. But at the same time, we do have a spiritual enemy, the Devil, who hates God's precious design. When Satan attacks your relationship, how should you respond? John, Greg and Erin give some ideas on how to fight spiritual battles in your marriage. Featuring guest Dr. Bob Paul. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY

Original Air Date: April 20, 2021
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Maintaining Emotional Intimacy in the Empty Nest Years

Reaching the empty nest years will create a lot of changes for your marriage, Greg addresses how couples can feel distant in the empty nest years, and John and Erin offer hope to couples who feel far apart. Plus, Jim Daly spoke with Dr. Juli Slattery on maintaining emotional connection in the empty nest years.

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Finding Hope When You Feel Resentment

Many spouses today feel as if there’s a wall of resentment between each other. If you’re in that situation, John, Erin and Greg will share about maintaining a sense of hope. Also, Jim Daly spoke with Sarah and Jeff Walton about how couples can rely on God during a tough time.

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When Your Spouse’s Mind Won’t Change

Many spouses today feel as if there’s a wall of resentment between each other. If you’re in that situation, John, Erin and Greg will share about maintaining a sense of hope. Also, Jim Daly spoke with Sarah and Jeff Walton about how couples can rely on God during a tough time.

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Maintaining Emotional Intimacy in the Empty Nest Years

Reaching the empty nest years will create a lot of changes for your marriage, Greg addresses how couples can feel distant in the empty nest years, and John and Erin offer hope to couples who feel far apart. Plus, Jim Daly spoke with Dr. Juli Slattery on maintaining emotional connection in the empty nest years.

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Finding Hope When You Feel Resentment

Many spouses today feel as if there’s a wall of resentment between each other. If you’re in that situation, John, Erin and Greg will share about maintaining a sense of hope. Also, Jim Daly spoke with Sarah and Jeff Walton about how couples can rely on God during a tough time.

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Reconciliation is Still Possible

When there’s been a betrayal in a marriage, healing can take a long time. While waiting for restoration isn’t easy, God is willing to send you some help. John, Greg and Erin discuss how you can be patient in your marriage, when you’re hoping for reconciliation. Featuring Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs.

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Saving Your Marriage from Divorce, Part 3

Every marriage problem can be traced back to one word: selfishness. If not dealt with properly, your relationship will crumble. Greg and John talk about how you can let go of selfishness and give ideas for being a blessing to your spouse.

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A Great Goal for Your Marriage

In the early stages of your relationship, it was easy to dream of the perfect marriage. But over time, as your expectations meet reality, it’s easy to let discouragement set in. Erin, Greg and John discuss how to keep growing together as a couple, even when you feel disappointed in your marriage. Featuring guest Dr. Bob Paul.

Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY

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Grasping the Power of Forgiveness, Part 1

Choosing forgiveness instead of resentment can bring healing to your marriage. It’s not easy, but through God’s grace, you can do it. John and Greg explain how walking in forgiveness can strengthen the relationship with your spouse.