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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage

Focus on the Family

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Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus on the Family.

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In Sickness and in Health

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07/10/23 • 41 min

What are you really committing to when you vow to love a spouse “in sickness and in health?” Greg and Erin talk to Dave and Ashley Willis about supporting your spouse's personal health, whether its physical, mental, or spiritual. Dave and Ashley share about the importance of letting your spouse join you in health struggles, or on the other side, being there to listen and encourage them as you walk through health difficulties together. Plus, hear Greg and Erin demonstrate using conversation starters to connect with your spouse.

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The goal of a great marriage conversation is to affirm what your spouse is doing right, to exchange ideas and to offer suggestions for the future. Use these questions to get that process started.

Reactive Cycle Test

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07/10/23 • 41 min

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07/03/23 • 34 min

How can you serve your spouse better? Today, Greg and Erin talk with Dino and Ashley Petrone about how important it is to serve your husband or wife in everyday life. They even made a game of it! Plus, we’ll hear from some friends in the ministry on how they have learned to be more intentional with their spouses.

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Are you and your spouse more like roommates? Click here to get a copy of Greg and Erin's book Reconnected!

Want to know some of your strengths and weaknesses as a couple? Take our free marriage assessment to find out.

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07/03/23 • 34 min

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How to Use Your Love Style

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06/26/23 • 31 min

Do you know your love style? Greg and Erin talk with Milan and Kay Yerkovich about the different types of love styles and how they can affect your marriage. Plus, we’ll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle on the importance of loving your spouse well!

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Find out your love style by taking this quiz.

Want to learn more about how to use your love style? Listen to the Yerkovich's on the Focus on the Family Broadcast.

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06/26/23 • 31 min

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Learning to Let Go

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06/19/23 • 35 min

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06/19/23 • 35 min

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What Do You Do Before You Get Married?

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06/12/23 • 34 min

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06/12/23 • 34 min

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The Importance of Marriage Mentoring

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06/05/23 • 28 min

Who do you go to when you want help with your marriage? In this episode, Greg and Erin talk with Walt and Barb Larimore about the importance of marriage mentors and how important they are when you are struggling in marriage. Plus, you’ll hear from some friends of the ministry about who they go to for marriage advice!

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Invest in Your Marriage with Mentors

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06/05/23 • 28 min

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Love is Sacrifice

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05/29/23 • 25 min

What does it look like to sacrifice in a relationship? In this episode, Greg and Erin talk with Pastor Bob Lepine about why it is important to sacrifice in marriage. You’ll also hear from Bill Arbuckle with a devotion about how you can show love to your spouse through sacrifice.

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Are You in an Abusive Relationship?

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05/29/23 • 25 min

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How to Keep Your Marriage Strong (Part 2)

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05/22/23 • 32 min

What makes a strong marriage? Greg and Erin continue the conversation with Levi and Jenni Lusko about making marriage investments that will prepare you and your spouse for hard seasons. You’ll also get to hear Greg and Erin ask each other questions they believe every couple should be asking each other every week!

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The goal of a great marriage conversation is to affirm what your spouse is doing right, to exchange ideas and to offer suggestions for the future. Use these conversation starters to get started.

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05/22/23 • 32 min

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How to Keep Your Marriage Strong (Part 1)

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05/15/23 • 38 min

How can you invest in your marriage? What does a strong marriage look like? Join Greg and Erin as they talk with Levi and Jenni Lusko about how they built up their marriage. They also share how they kept their marriage strong after losing their young daughter. Plus, you’ll hear from Christian counselor Kari Aho, about how to heal after a tragedy.

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10 Signs of an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

The Feeling Wheel

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05/15/23 • 38 min

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What is a Healthy Sex Life?

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07/17/23 • 33 min

How do you improve sex in your marriage? Today, Dr. Juli Slattery joins Greg and Erin for a conversation about what a healthy sex life looks like. Plus, you’ll hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle about how important connection is in you relationship!

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Check out this free video series on how you can improve your sex life!

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Want to learn more about what intimacy is? Read this article!

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07/17/23 • 33 min

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How many episodes does Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage have?

Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage currently has 39 episodes available.

What topics does Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Kids & Family, Podcasts and Relationships.

What is the most popular episode on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage?

The episode title 'In Sickness and in Health' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage?

The average episode length on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage is 34 minutes.

How often are episodes of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage released?

Episodes of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage?

The first episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage was released on Mar 15, 2023.

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