Article

Better Bedtime, Better Marriage

Greg Smalley

One of the most sacred times in a marriage relationship is from the time that you and your spouse get into bed until you fall asleep. You can be intentional with this time at the end of each day.

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An Empty Nest and a Full Marriage

Michele Howe

With every major life change, couples have to re-invent their relationship. The empty-nest season can usher in emotionally charged situations and major lifestyle adjustments.

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How Mobile Devices Ruin Your Vacation

Paul White

When your family is on vacation, who is more distracted by technology — the kids or parents? Here are some tips to help you focus on your family and fun.

Article

Speaking Highly of Your Husband

Juli Slattery

A wife can talk about and treat her husband as either an incompetent dad or a wonderful father. Are you willing to frame your husband as a "hero" to your kids?

Article

Love That Goes the Distance

Gary Rosberg

A lasting marriage really is possible. But don't settle for a good marriage or a so-so marriage. Here are six secrets to a great marriage.

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Making Right Choices in Marriage

Tammy Darling

Tammy Darling and her husband explored God's intent for marriage and learned that it takes work, and a healthy marriage is the result of making right choices.

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Secrets of Being a Happy Wife

Fawn Weaver

Let's quit comparing ourselves with others and agree: A happy wife recognizes that a happy marriage is defined by what she and her husband consider a happy marriage to be.

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Healthy Individuals Create Healthy Marriages

Jill Savage

Because the health of marriage is ultimately determined by individual health, we need to be diligent about emotional, mental, physical and spiritual fitness.

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How to Keep Your Marriage Strong During Life Transitions

Pam Farrel and Bill Farrel

Pam and Bill Farrel realized that the quality of their love was going to be determined by how they handled the changing seasons that every marriage encounters.

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Beyond Date Night — An Annual Marriage Getaway

Erin Smalley

Getting away is essential because of the daily busyness of life, the stress of work and the numerous other things that pull at time away from each other as husband and wife.

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Beyond Date Night — An Annual Marriage Getaway

Getting away is essential because of the daily busyness of life, the stress of work and the numerous other things that pull at time away from each other as husband and wife.

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What to Consider When Considering a Cruise

Karen O'Connor

If you're looking for a vacation that offers adventure, fun and excitement with plenty of good fellowship, delicious food and interesting places to visit, consider cruising as a couple.

Episode

Thinking Your Way to a Better Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

Author Sheila Gregoire and her husband, Keith, offer couples encouragement as they describe how God transformed their perspective on their relationship in a discussion based on her book 9 Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage. (Part 2 of 2)

Episode

Thinking Your Way to a Better Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

Author Sheila Gregoire and her husband, Keith, offer couples great encouragement as they describe how God transformed their perspective on their relationship in a discussion based on her book 9 Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage. (Part 1 of 2)

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Are You Drifting Apart?

Sheila Gregoire

Drifting apart in marriage? Take steps to strengthen your bond. 

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Marriage Mentoring Discussion Guide

Focus on the Family

At Focus on the Family, we’re here to assist you by creating this discussion guide to serve as a springboard to help you enter into candid marriage-building conversations with your mentoree couple. This guide explores twelve characteristics that we’ve identified as essential ingredients in creating lasting, thriving unions.

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Twenty More Ways To Invest

Focus on the Family

A mentor is someone you can turn to for wisdom and support — and someone who can help you make the most of your marriage.

Episode

Fighting for a Stronger Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Greg and Mrs. Erin Smalley offer couples practical advice in a discussion based on Greg's book Fight Your Way to a Better Marriage: How Healthy Conflict Can Take You to Deeper Levels of Intimacy. (Part 2 of 2)

Episode

Fighting for a Stronger Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Greg and Mrs. Erin Smalley offer couples practical advice in a discussion based on Greg's book Fight Your Way to a Better Marriage: How Healthy Conflict Can Take You to Deeper Levels of Intimacy. (Part 1 of 2)

Article

Hallmark Movies and Real-Life Marriage Romance

Erin Smalley

Romance stories contain four crucial elements in their storylines that have proven to be similar to the keys to a real-life marriage romance.

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How to Truly Love Your Spouse

Gary Chapman

True love, the kind of love that keeps a couple together for a lifetime, is not a feeling but an attitude. It says, "With the help of God, I'm going to do everything I can to enhance the life of my spouse."

Episode

The Attitudes That Strengthen Your Marriage

In his characteristic humorous style, Pastor Mark Gungor outlines nine positive attitudes that are essential for a good marriage.

Episode

Prioritizing Your Husband’s Needs

After the kids are grown, he’s still there. Arlene Pellicane, who has 3 children ages 10 and under, says she’s found why it’s important to prioritize her husband’s needs. Listen to the full program here.

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Meaningful Christmas Traditions for Couples

Focus on the Family

Married couples can stay connected by establishing traditions that celebrate their love. As you read these heartfelt stories, we hope you'll find inspiration for your marriage this Christmas.