Chrystal Evans Hurst is the author of She’s Still There: Rescuing the Girl in You and co-author of the best-selling book, Kingdom Woman, with her father Dr. Tony Evans. Her latest book is 28 Days of Prayer. She reaches a wide audience speaking at conferences, sharing on her blog and podcast, and by teaching and leading women in her home church. In addition to her work in ministry, Chrystal is the wife of Jessie, mother of five, a homeschooler of three, and a grandmother of one! The Hursts live near Dallas. Learn more at chrystalevanshurst.com
Tim and Kathy Bush share their story of radical transformation from infidelity and addiction, to passionately serving the Lord together. They share tools and encouragement for hurting couples to redeem their broken marriages.
People may wonder why God allows temptation in the first place, but He often uses our desires and bad habits to reveal His power and grace in our lives, and form our character to be more like Jesus Christ. Dr. Erwin Lutzer describes how renewing our mind and restraining our emotions, and keeping current accounts with God will equip us to fight temptation and sin.
Dino and Ashley Petrone have lived a whirlwind life — they married young, started a family, and have had many adventures remodeling homes together. They don’t want to settle for what’s “comfortable,” because they believe God has often called them to harder, more challenging paths in order to become the best couple and parents they can be!
Former abortion provider Dr. Anthony Levatino explains how the tragic death of his young daughter and the grace of God led him to become the staunch pro-life advocate he is today. His wife, Cecelia, describes the profound impact her husband’s journey has had on their marriage. (Part 2 of 2)
Communication is a gift from God to build solid relationships with each other. On this one-day Focus on the Family broadcast, Dr. Heather Holleman examines different components of conversation—from casual and emotional to sharing the way we think and believe. She gives you the tools you need to effectively communicate and spread God’s love with those around you—and even strangers you encounter. You’ll learn how to add graciousness to your conversation so you can have stronger, warmer connections.
Abby Johnson recounts what God has done in her life since she originally released her book Unplanned and shares stories of the ways she’s helped women leave the abortion industry through her ministry, And Then There Were None. She shares stories about women she’s counseled, how God restored her desire to have children after leaving Planned Parenthood, and how she had to lean on God’s mercy while following the Kermit Gosnell trial. (Part 2 of 2)
Focus on the Family’s Daily Citizen is here to give you a faith-based perspective to counter mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias. We know how much traditional media fails to provide the facts. Daily Citizen exists to help you and your family stay informed, encouraged, and inspire you live out your faith. We’re here to help you think critically, live differently.
