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Reaching Out to Others

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Dr. Scott Walt

In this powerful recorded presentation, Dr. Scott Walt shares stories of how his wife became the “hands and feet of Jesus” to an elderly neighbor in dire straits, as well as a Romanian orphan.

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Reaching Out at Home

Dr. Scott Walt shares the story of how he and his wife Leslie opened their home to someone with a different kind of need.

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Be a Voice for Life

Learn how you can speak out for the sanctity of human life!

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Caring for the Elderly

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Broadcast Bios

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Dr. Scott Walt

Dr. Scott WaltDr. Scott Walt is a former eye doctor from Portland, Ore., where he practiced optometry with his father from 1982-1988. Afterwards, Scott moved his family to Pfaffstätten, Austria to pursue God's calling as missionaries. He currently serves the local church there as a full-time pastor along with his wife, Leslie. They have four children.

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Jim Daly

Jim DalyJim Daly is President and Chief Executive Officer of Focus on the Family, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and defending families worldwide. Daly has held several leadership positions for Focus, and has been predominantly involved in the ministry's Public Affairs, Marketing and International efforts.

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John Fuller

John FullerJohn Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division and co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program. He also serves on the board of the National Religious Broadcasters and speaks publicly on a variety of family and business topics. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.

Broadcast Calendar

September 2012

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						1 09/1/12: Weekend Magazine: September 1-2, 2012This weekend: what do you do when marriage is hard — bail out or fight? Advice for parents of the “terrible twos.” And why parents of teens need to stay up late. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
2	3 09/3/12: Making Marriage a Joyful JourneyIn this recorded message, the late pastor Dr. Adrian Rogers emphasizes commitment, communication and confrontation as keys to a solid marriage.Learn More >>	4 09/4/12: Resolving to Be a Better DadAuthor and educator Gregory Slayton explains the fundamentals of godly fatherhood and inspires dads to become the leaders they were created to be.Learn More >>	5 09/5/12: Answering Your Questions on MarriageMarriage counseling team Bill and Pam Farrel offer practical advice and tackle tough questions from listeners on intentionally protecting your marriage from threats - both large and small.Learn More >>	6 09/6/12: Caring for Your Aging Loved Ones (Part 1 of 2)Dr. Bill and Marlene Toffler and Dr. Margaret Cottle encourage caregivers facing heavy emotions and difficult care decisions for their elderly family members. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	7 09/7/12: Caring for Your Aging Loved Ones (Part 2 of 2)Dr. Bill and Marlene Toffler and Dr. Margaret Cottle encourage caregivers facing heavy emotions and difficult care decisions for their elderly family members. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	8 09/8/12: Weekend Magazine: September 8-9, 2012This weekend: a funny look at male and female differences in marriage. Dealing with the public meltdowns of young children. And why you need a mission for your marriage. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
9	10 09/10/12: Help for Families of First RespondersA panel of guests discuss the unique mental and spiritual challenges faced by first responders and their families.Learn More >>	11 09/11/12: Where's God in the Midst of Suffering?Prolific author and theologian Randy Alcorn addresses the complex relationship between an all-powerful, loving God and the existence of evil and suffering.Learn More >>	12 09/12/12: Filling Your Love TanksIn this recorded presentation, pastor and comedian Dennis Swanberg encourages listeners to understand and display the love languages of their family, and concludes his talk with words of affirmation for his own mother.Learn More >>	13 09/13/12: A Mother's Influence on Her Son (Part 1 of 2)Psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman shares insight from his book, What a Difference a Mom Makes, on the importance of the mother-son relationship. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	14 09/14/12: A Mother's Influence on Her Son (Part 2 of 2)Psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman shares insight from his book, What a Difference a Mom Makes, on the importance of the mother-son relationship. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	15 09/15/12: Weekend Magazine: September 15-16, 2012This weekend: how to cultivate spiritual intimacy in your marriage. Offering encouragement to single moms. And the best way to discipline strong-willed kids. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
16	17 09/17/12: Helping Kids Achieve Excellence (Part 1 of 2)Educator and author Vicki Caruana offers practical advice to parents for instilling God-given life skills in their children using education. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	18 09/18/12: Helping Kids Achieve Excellence (Part 2 of 2)Educator and author Vicki Caruana offers practical advice to parents for instilling God-given life skills in their children using education. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	19 09/19/12: Enjoying Intimacy in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)Psychologist and author Dr. Juli Slattery discusses the common lies women believe about sex as well as the common barriers between spouses that hinder intimacy. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	20 09/20/12: Enjoying Intimacy in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)Psychologist and author Dr. Juli Slattery discusses the common lies women believe about sex as well as the common barriers between spouses that hinder intimacy. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	21 09/21/12: Reaching Out to OthersIn this powerful recorded presentation, Dr. Scott Walt shares stories of how his wife became the “hands and feet of Jesus” to an elderly neighbor in dire straits, as well as a Romanian orphan.Learn More >>	22 09/22/12: Weekend Magazine: September 22-23, 2012This weekend: growing spiritual intimacy in your marriage. Advice for single moms about appropriate discipline for their kids. And why God asks questions. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
23	24 09/24/12: Why Should Christians Vote?Using a biblical context, popular pastor Dr. Tony Evans emphasizes the privilege and responsiblity we have as citizens of a free country to participate in the voting process. Learn More >>	25 09/25/12: Wise Advice on Standing Up for Your ChildEducator and author Vicki Caruana compels parents to become advocates for their children while equipping them to handle the difficult situations of adulthood. Learn More >>	26 09/26/12: God's Grace for Wild Women (Part 1 of 2)Author and speaker Mary Kassian shares insight from her book, Girls Gone Wise, and encourages young women to become biblically savvy in the ways they think and behave relationally with men. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	27 09/27/12: God's Grace for Wild Women (Part 2 of 2)Author and speaker Mary Kassian shares insight from her book, Girls Gone Wise, and encourages young women to become biblically savvy in the ways they think and behave relationally with men. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	28 09/28/12: Establishing Healthy Boundaries in Your MarriageDrs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, clinical psychologists, explain how proper boundaries in marriage benefit both spouses long term and discuss practical ways of dealing with conflict, adultery, forgiveness and rebuilding trust from a biblical foundation. Learn More >>	29 09/29/12: Weekend Magazine: September 29-30, 2012This weekend: working through "spiritual dissonance" in your marriage. Why dads need to be proactive about showing love to their kids. And a heart-warming story about cheering for the underdog. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
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