Loving Well

Loving Well

The secret sauce to the success of your marriage! Every season of this bingeable podcast series is chock -full of heartwarming love stories and practical marriage advice you can put into practice every day. The series from Focus on the Family will inspire you and your spouse to put Christ’s love at the center of your relationship. Along the way, marriage experts Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley will get you thinking about healthy boundaries in a romantic relationship, about how to respect and cherish one another, and about honoring God in your most important relationship.

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February 16, 2024 30 mins

Did you accidentally forget to celebrate Valentine's Day? The truth is, we all make mistakes in our marriages, but if you forgot to celebrate February 14th, you'll be encouraged by the tips John, Greg and Erin give. They'll share how to make the most of missed opportunities. Also, some of our own staff members describe the need to show your spouse grace after a mistake.

 

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How are you planning to celebrate Valentine's Day this year? To give you some ideas, John, Greg and Erin each share their opinion on an ideal Valentine's Day date. You'll also hear from a few Focus staff members, who tell about their favorite Valentine's Day memories. Plus, if you're in a spot where you can't afford to spend a lot of money, John, Erin and Greg will give you a few helpful perspectives.

 

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You long for romantic dates with your spouse, but how are those possible when the schedule is full? John and the Smalley's share how they've navigated busy seasons in their marriages. Courtney Ellis describes how she dealt with a full season in her family. Also, Jodie Berndt offers ideas for how to pray for your mate, even when life is busy.

 

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How would you define a "happy" marriage? John, Greg and Erin explore that very question. You'll also hear Ted Lowe discuss some of the components of a good relationship. Also, Lisa Jacobson and her friend Phylicia Masonheimer share about a concept called, "biblical flirtation."

 

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January 22, 2024 2 mins

What's your favorite thing about Valentine's Day? John and the Smalley's share what they enjoy most about this special holiday, and get you ready for season 7 of the Loving Well Podcast.

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February 10, 2023 33 mins

Learning to see your spouse through the lens of God’s love is one of the best ways to keep your marriage strong. John talks with Erin and Greg about why being humble is good for your relationship, and how you can appreciate the way God made your mate.

 

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Good habits are a necessary foundation for your relationship. To help you and your spouse develop healthy habits, John, Greg and Erin share how to make prayer, saying “I love you,” and other simple things regular parts of your daily life.

 

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Just like the ways the weather changes, your marriage will experience seasons. Greg, Erin and John offer some helpful perspectives on how you and your spouse can grow together during the changing seasons of life. 

 

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Romance is a wonderful blessing in your marriage, and is a great gift to help keep your relationship strong. John, Erin and Greg discuss why romance and intimacy can help with the long-term health of your marriage.  

 

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January 16, 2023 2 mins

We all have those married couples we look up to. There’s something special about a marriage that goes the distance. Join John Fuller, along with Greg and Erin Smalley who’ll share about some of their favorite couples, and preview the upcoming season of the Loving Well podcast, which launches January 20th. 

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There’s no such thing as a bad question! Today, John and the Smalley’s answer questions about marriage on a variety of topics.

 

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Sometimes, you don’t need to do something extravagant to improve your marriage. It might be that giving a simple complement, or a seemingly small act of love can take your relationship to the next level. Join John and the Smalley’s as they discuss how words and actions can make a difference in your relationship.

 

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Marriage is a unique and special opportunity to build a lifelong friendship. John, Erin, and Greg share some of the ways they’ve learned to be friends with their spouse and discuss how you can cultivate a friendship as a couple.

 

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Is it possible to love your spouse without expecting something in return? John Fuller and Greg and Erin Smalley share how they’ve learned to rely on God’s love in marriage and offer a practical perspective on what it means to truly love your mate.

 

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January 17, 2022 1 min

Welcome to Season 5 of the Loving Well podcast! Join John Fuller as he chats with Greg and Erin Smalley about how God’s love helps you to love your spouse through simple and creative actions. Throughout this season, we’ll explore how a relationship with Christ can influence the ways you love and treat your spouse.

 

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Connecting spiritually and emotionally with your spouse are some of the most important things you’ll do together. John talks with Greg and Erin about spiritual goals for you and your spouse. Plus, Ryan and Selena Frederick explain how practicing transparency can bless your marriage.

 

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Romantic moments aren’t limited to the most picturesque settings. In fact, they can come from the simplest places. John, Greg and Erin discuss why romance is important, Matt and Lisa Jacobson tell a fun story about how an ordinary moment turned romantic, and Marcus Warner and Chris Coursey give some creative acronyms for finding connection in your marriage.

 

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When life gets busy, keeping your marriage a top priority requires intentional effort. John Fuller talks with Greg and Erin Smalley about how they stay connected in busy seasons, Mark and Susan Merrill discuss simplifying your schedule, and Matt and Lisa Jacobson describe the different ways husbands and wives desire connection.

 

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January 22, 2021 41 mins

Having fun and laughing together are some of the greatest joys of marriage. When you find reasons to enjoy life, it can lead to some wonderful memories as a couple. Join John Fuller as he talks with Greg and Erin Smalley about how laughter has helped their marriage. Plus, comedian John Branyan tells funny stories about himself and his wife, and Pastor Ted Cunningham explains why laughter is healthy for your marriage.

 

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January 18, 2021 3 mins

Welcome to season 4 of the "Loving Well" podcast! For this season, we'll explore ways to rekindle joy in your marriage through laughter, simple connections, romance and affection, and good spiritual habits. Featuring Focus on the Family broadcast guests like Greg and Erin Smalley, John Branyan, Pastor Ted Cunningham, Ryan and Selena Frederick and more.

 

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