Episodes

  • Season 7, Episode 4: Oh No! I Missed Valentine's Day
    Feb 16 2024

    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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    30 mins
  • Season 7, Episode 3: Making Valentine's Day Amazing
    Feb 9 2024

    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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    26 mins
  • Season 7, Episode 2: Pulling the Plug on Busyness
    Feb 2 2024

    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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    Almost 2,000 marriages will end today. What if you could make a difference in one of those marriages? You don’t have to be a marriage expert. And you can make a difference in as little as 60 seconds a day.

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    18 mins
  • Season 7, Episode 1: Making a Marriage Happy
    Jan 26 2024

    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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    25 mins
  • Season Seven Preview
    Jan 22 2024

    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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    3 mins
  • Season 6, Episode 4: Appreciating Your Mate
    Feb 10 2023

    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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    34 mins
  • Season 6, Episode 3: Healthy Habits for a Godly Marriage
    Feb 3 2023

    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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    32 mins
  • Season 6, Episode 2: Walking Through Seasons Together
    Jan 27 2023

    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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    32 mins