Aug212012

Passing on a Blessing to Your Family

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John Trent and Tony Wheeler

Family counselors John Trent and Tony Wheeler offer practical ways for parents to bless their children, and reverse the cycle if they never received a blessing of their own.

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Broadcast Bios

Guest

John Trent

John TrentJohn Trent is president of Strong Families, an organization committed to strengthening family relationships. He is also a conference speaker and an award-winning, best-selling author whose recent books include Breaking the Cycle of Divorce, Heartshift and Leading from Your Strengths. John holds a Ph.D. in marriage and family counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Cindy, have two daughters.

Guest

Tony Wheeler

Tony WheelerTony Wheeler is the executive director of the Dr. John Trent Institute for the Blessing at Barclay College in Haviland, KS. He is also a pastor, counselor and public speaker. Wheeler holds a Ph.D. in Family Life Education and Consultation from Kansas State University. He and his wife, Stacey, have been married for more than 20 years and have three children.

Host

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.

Host

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

August 2012

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			1 08/1/12: Catapulting Over a Painful PastWorld-class gymnast Kim Anthony shares her testimony of overcoming incredible odds as a child and eventually finding deeper meaning to her athletic achievement through a faith in Jesus Christ. Learn More >>	2 08/2/12: Understanding Your Role as a Mom (Part 1 of 2)Popular blogger and author Tracey Eyster helps moms overcome the common pitfalls in the daily routine of life that distract and discourage. (Part 1 of 2) Learn More >>	3 08/3/12: Understanding Your Role as a Mom (Part 2 of 2)Popular blogger and author Tracey Eyster helps moms overcome the common pitfalls in the daily routine of life that distract and discourage. (Part 2 of 2) Learn More >>	4 08/4/12: Weekend Magazine: August 4-5, 2012This weekend: the tragedy of a Christian divorce — and what we can do to help failing marriages. Giving gifts to your kids to show your love. And what children need to know about forgiveness. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
5	6 08/6/12: Breaking Free from Addictions (Part 1 of 2)Addiction expert and counselor Sharon Hersh helps listeners to better understand addictive behaviors and shares how her obsession with seeking praise eventually led to alcoholism. (Part 1 of 2) Learn More >>	7 08/7/12: Breaking Free from Addictions (Part 2 of 2)Addiction expert and counselor Sharon Hersh helps listeners to better understand addictive behaviors and shares how her obsession with seeking praise eventually led to alcoholism. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	8 08/8/12: Taking Steps to Live Out Your DreamsAuthor Kathi Lipp provides busy wives and moms with fun, creative, and doable daily steps to live out their dreams while balancing the responsibilities of daily life. Learn More >>	9 08/9/12: Setting Your Family as Your Highest Priority (Part 1 of 2)Pastor Andy Stanley describes the common challenges of balancing time between work and home and urges potential workaholics to cut back on career for the sake of family. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	10 08/10/12: Setting Your Family as Your Highest Priority (Part 2 of 2)Pastor Andy Stanley describes the common challenges of balancing time between work and home and urges potential workaholics to cut back on career for the sake of family. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	11 08/11/12: Weekend Magazine: August 11-12, 2012This weekend: how to love your kids without judging them. Knowing the difference between true and false forgiveness. And what a healthy physical intimacy looks like in marriage. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
12	13 08/13/12: Guarding Your Married Heart (Part 1 of 2)Father-and-son counselors Greg and Gary Smalley counter marital myths with foundational truths that protect and deepen marriage. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	14 08/14/12: Guarding Your Married Heart (Part 2 of 2)Father-and-son counselors Greg and Gary Smalley counter marital myths with foundational truths that protect and deepen marriage. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	15 08/15/12: Discerning God's Will While in CollegeFocus Leadership Institute Director Kneeland Brown and alumna Esther Fleece discuss how students can prepare themselves to have a solid foundation in the Christian faith throughout their college years.Learn More >>	16 08/16/12: What We Believe (Part 1 of 2)Gifted author Frank Peretti brings the foundational truths of Scripture to life, illustrating how the Christian worldview stands apart in a world of moral confusion. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	17 08/17/12: What We Believe (Part 2 of 2)Gifted author Frank Peretti brings the foundational truths of Scripture to life, illustrating how the Christian worldview stands apart in a world of moral confusion. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	18 08/18/12: Weekend Magazine: August 18-19, 2012This weekend: parenting toddlers — why moms and dads need patience more than anything else. Appropriate ways to handle conflict in your marriage. And taking a “mocha fast” to pray. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
19	20 08/20/12: Changing Culture by Changing HeartsRespected theologian John MacArthur reinforces the notion that the proper Christian response to culture is to change it from the inside out by demonstrating a redeemed life of love and compassion.Learn More >>	21 08/21/12: Passing on a Blessing to Your FamilyFamily counselors John Trent and Tony Wheeler offer practical ways for parents to bless their children, and reverse the cycle if they never received a blessing of their own.Learn More >>	22 08/22/12: Practical Ideas for Loving Your WifeRadio producer Jay Payleitner encourages husbands to go the extra mile in building a stronger marriage relationship with their wives.Learn More >>	23 08/23/12: Answering Your Back-To-School Questions (Part 1 of 2)The Daily Broadcast hosts, along with several guest experts, tackle listener-submitted questions surrounding the new school year. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	24 08/24/12: Answering Your Back-To-School Questions (Part 2 of 2)The Daily Broadcast hosts, along with several guest experts, tackle listener-submitted questions surrounding the new school year. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	25 08/25/12: Weekend Magazine: August 25-26, 2012This weekend: dealing with the “S” word — submission — in marriage. How to parent a “drama queen” child. And why God often pulls us away from extremes. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
26	27 08/27/12: Teaching Kids the Simple Truth About SexSex education expert Mary Flo Ridley encourages parents to have a good offense for discussing sexuality with their children from a biblical foundation, beginning at a young age.Learn More >>	28 08/28/12: Making Meal Planning SimpleAuthor Kathi Lipp counters the dreaded question of "Mom, what's for dinner?" with simple ways to plan ahead using a variety of dinner options that best utilize time and money.Learn More >>	29 08/29/12: The Search for a Godly Spouse (Part 1 of 2)Author and pastor Alistair Begg encourages singles to look for specific, godly characteristics when choosing a spouse. (Part 1 of 2) Learn More >>	30 08/30/12: The Search for a Godly Spouse (Part 2 of 2)Author and pastor Alistair Begg encourages singles to look for specific, godly characteristics when choosing a spouse. (Part 2 of 2) Learn More >>	31 08/31/12: Overcoming PridePopular author R.T. Kendall challenges listeners to embrace a life of humility and freedom by confessing to pride lurking inside the heart.Learn More >>