No matter how long you've been married, there's some great advice in this episode! Greg and Erin discuss the challenges and opportunities in the middle years of marriage, focusing on issues like health struggles, retirement, and caring for aging parents with Larry McCall. They emphasize the importance of preventing boredom, pursuing wonder in marriage and life, and the value of counsel. Larry shares his journey of understanding the deeper purpose of marriage, the importance of love based on God's love rather than reciprocation, and insights into being intentional in relationships.

 

A Seasoned Marriage: Living the Gospel in the Middle Years and Beyond

 

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Truth Rising

 

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No matter how long you've been married, there's some great advice in this episode! Greg and Erin discuss the challenges and opportunities in the middle years of marriage, focusing on issues like health struggles, retirement, and caring for aging parents with Larry McCall. They emphasize the importance of preventing boredom, pursuing wonder in marriage and life, and the value of counsel. Larry shares his journey of understanding the deeper purpose of marriage, the importance of love based on God's love rather than reciprocation, and insights into being intentional in relationships.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2025-10-28?refcd=2370405">A Seasoned Marriage: Living the Gospel in the Middle Years and Beyond</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/98d2l8">Support this Show!</a>
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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.

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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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. 

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.

The Middle Years of Marriage

We're continuing our conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery on how God designed sex and sexuality. We're going to discuss the detrimental effects of pornography on both individuals and marriages, as well as highlight the importance of addressing sexual issues through a Christ-centered identity and real, accountable recovery programs. Have you ever thought about how Christians need to differentiate discussions about sexual ethics based on people's beliefs about God and creation? If you're wanting healthier intimacy in marriage and a deeper spiritual relationship; if you're confused about your sexual identity, or know someone who is, listen to this episode and let us know your thoughts.

 

Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes Everything

 

Help For A Pornography Addiction

 

Gen Z's Marriage Misunderstanding Article

 

Biblical View on Transgender Identity: A Primer - Focus on the Family

 

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We're continuing our conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery on how God designed sex and sexuality. We're going to discuss the detrimental effects of pornography on both individuals and marriages, as well as highlight the importance of addressing sexual issues through a Christ-centered identity and real, accountable recovery programs. Have you ever thought about how Christians need to differentiate discussions about sexual ethics based on people's beliefs about God and creation? If you're wanting healthier intimacy in marriage and a deeper spiritual relationship; if you're confused about your sexual identity, or know someone who is, listen to this episode and let us know your thoughts.
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<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/surrendered-sexuality/">Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes Everything</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/3mtrk8">Help For A Pornography Addiction</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/lk55li">Gen Z's Marriage Misunderstanding Article</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/6hrfh2">Biblical View on Transgender Identity: A Primer - Focus on the Family</a>
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What Sex Really Means - Pt 2

How do you have sex? What does it really symbolize in your marriage? Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley delve into a deeper conversation that contrasts 'how' with 'why' with Dr. Juli Slattery. Understanding the purpose and significance of sex from a Christian perspective is crucial. We talk about the covenantal significance of sex in marriage, reflecting God's covenant with his people, and how couples can better communicate about their sexual relationship. The conversation underscores the spiritual and relational importance of sex, various forms of sexual sin, and steps towards healing and forgiveness.

 

Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes Everything

 

Sexual Trauma and Its Effect On Marriage

 

Helping Your Sexually Abused Husband

 

Learn About Hope Restored Marriage Intensives

 

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Conversation Starters

 

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How do you have sex? What does it really symbolize in your marriage? Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley delve into a deeper conversation that contrasts 'how' with 'why' with Dr. Juli Slattery. Understanding the purpose and significance of sex from a Christian perspective is crucial. We talk about the covenantal significance of sex in marriage, reflecting God's covenant with his people, and how couples can better communicate about their sexual relationship. The conversation underscores the spiritual and relational importance of sex, various forms of sexual sin, and steps towards healing and forgiveness.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-crazy-little-thing-2025-12-08">Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes Everything</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/05vuae">Sexual Trauma and Its Effect On Marriage</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/v84gq4">Helping Your Sexually Abused Husband</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/sftlkf">Learn About Hope Restored Marriage Intensives</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/rgmcmu">Sign up for our FREE Marriage Newsletter</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/hpt6kq">Send us your email or voice mail here!</a>
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What Sex Really Means - Pt 1

Intro & Abuse vs. Oppression

Statistics & Considerations

Guidelines of Abuse

Danger Assessments & Options

There's Hope

Whisper Fighting

Q & A

Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley delve into the critical issue of supporting friends in abusive or oppressive marriages with Darby Strickland, an expert counselor and author. Darby explains an insightful definition of abuse as 'oppression,' framing it as the antithesis of God's design for marriage. The discussion addresses the common mistakes helpers make, identifies the patterns of abuse, and offers practical advice for those who may be abusing subconsciously.

 

Is It Abuse?

 

Article: What You Need To Know About Domestic Violence and Abuse

 

Domestic Abuse Hotline 800-799-7233 - Text BEGIN to 88788

 

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If you enjoyed listening to the Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley delve into the critical issue of supporting friends in abusive or oppressive marriages with Darby Strickland, an expert counselor and author. Darby explains an insightful definition of abuse as 'oppression,' framing it as the antithesis of God's design for marriage. The discussion addresses the common mistakes helpers make, identifies the patterns of abuse, and offers practical advice for those who may be abusing subconsciously.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-crazy-little-thing-2025-12-01?refcd=2388301">Is It Abuse?</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/a2mk02">Article: What You Need To Know About Domestic Violence and Abuse</a>
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Domestic Abuse Hotline 800-799-7233 - Text BEGIN to 88788
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