John Ortberg is the senior pastor of Menlo Church in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has authored numerous books on Christian living including The Life You’ve Always Wanted, Who is This Man? and Know Doubt. John holds a Master of Divinity and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Fuller Seminary. He and his wife, Nancy, have three grown children. Learn more about John by visiting his website, www.johnortberg.com.
Today’s society is full of sexual expression, gender confusion, and a general disregard about God’s design for sexuality. Dr. Juli Slattery describes how we can live our sexuality in holy and healthy ways by addressing sexual identity, contentment, and true intimacy.
Matt and Lisa Jacobson share some simple and effective ideas for showing love to your kids. You may say the words “I love you” all the time, but do your kids know how much you LIKE them? Parents need to be intentional about spending time, showing affection, and respecting their children.
Muriel began repeating her stories without realizing it. Alzheimer’s disease had begun its insidious attack and would ultimately take over her mind. Her husband left his prestigious career behind to care for her full-time. It was a decision that had been made in his heart, years earlier, when he vowed “in sickness or in health.” Hear the lessons Robertson McQuilkin learned about true love as he provided full-time care for Muriel for over a decade.
Kay Warren explains how childhood trauma and/or mental illness can make people susceptible to depression and even suicidal thoughts, and encourages us to focus on what Jesus accomplished on the cross, to seek comfort in Him, and to stand strong until we see Him. (Part 1 of 2)
Adolph Coors explains how growing up in the Coors Brewing family taught him that wealth could never protect him from misfortune. After his father was murdered, Adolph spent years searching for meaning in life, which he eventually found in a relationship with Jesus Christ. (Part 2 of 2)
Jim Daly and John Fuller discuss current events related to religious freedoms in the United States. Joining the discussion are football coach Joe Kennedy and his lawyer, Kelly Shackelford, who are waging a legal battle for Joe’s First Amendment right to freedom of religion after he was fired for his custom of praying on the field after games. Attorney Kristen Waggoner also offers her insights.
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