Your spouse may be amazing, but he or she still falls short from time to time. John, Greg and Erin share some practical ways to encourage your spouse, even when he or she disappoints you.
Cecil Stokes, a successful TV producer and director, describes how his life and perspective changed dramatically when he adopted his son, Boone. Joined by Boone for this inspiring conversation, Cecil discusses the joys and challenges of adopting from foster care while highlighting the need for more Christians to get involved.
The Rev. Johnnie Moore, an internationally-known advocate for religious freedom, describes the dangerous plight faced by Christ-followers living in nations hostile to Christianity. He encourages listeners to learn about this persecution, to pray for persecuted believers, and to support ministries that are helping Christians in need around the world.
Pastor Levi Lusko offers help for overcoming your bad habits and negative thought patterns in a discussion based on his book I Declare War: Four Keys to Winning the Battle With Yourself. (Part 2 of 2)
Your marriage is never beyond the reach of God’s grace, even when it feels like it’s falling apart. Greg tells John the story of how God saved his and Erin’s marriage from a tough season.
We want our kids to be able to function well in society. That’s why we have to create boundaries for them when they’re young. John and Danny explain how to set boundaries by striking a balance of love and limits even if those boundaries are met with resistance.
Pastor Levi Lusko offers help for overcoming your bad habits and negative thought patterns in a discussion based on his book I Declare War: Four Keys to Winning the Battle With Yourself. (Part 1 of 2)
Your daughter’s boyfriend has asked you for her hand in marriage. What questions should you ask him before giving your blessing? Dr. Greg Smalley offers practical guidance covering a variety of topics including communication styles, handling conflict, finances, and more.
There’s no way to keep your children happy all the time. They need to go through their own struggles so they know how to handle tough situations later on in life. John and Danny emphasize the importance of allowing kids to learn resiliency.
The newlywed years are filled with transitions, but having a mentor couple with experience can help you navigate through them. Greg and John share some of their favorite marriage advice for young couples.
Bible teacher Ray Vander Laan helps parents prepare their teens to bring God’s shalom (peace) to a chaotic world by being imitators of Christ and sharing God’s love.
There seems to be an identity crisis going on in our culture, as we hear stories of boys wanting to be girls and girls wanting to be boys. John and Danny discuss some of the stark differences between boys and girls and why it’s important for our boys to be boys.
Your marriage will encounter a difficult season, but how you work through it will determine the strength of your relationship. John and Greg explain how you can encourage your spouse, even when it feels like the love has grown cold.
Craig Glass encourages husbands, fathers, and sons with a much-needed reminder in today’s culture – that men matter, that they have an invaluable and God-given contribution to make to their families and society as a whole. Craig also describes how he overcame personal struggles to find his identity in Christ, all in a discussion based …
In TV and movies dads are often portrayed as kind of dopey or clown-ish. But dads are called to be leaders in their households. John and Danny emphasize how dads can often provide a unique perspective in troubling situations their daughters may be facing.
Every marriage problem can be traced back to one word: selfishness. If not dealt with properly, your relationship will crumble. Greg and John talk about how you can let go of selfishness and give ideas for being a blessing to your spouse.
Sarah Parshall Perry offers encouragement to moms as she describes how they can find joy in their parenting journey in a discussion based on her book Mommy Needs a Raise (Because Quitting is Not an Option).
God disciplines those He loves and He does so with plenty of grace while implementing boundaries for our good. John and Danny explain how parents can do the same with their children, without using shame.
Your marriage can become a safe place of trust when you and your spouse are managing conflict well. John and Greg explain how you can be a calming voice for your spouse, when he or she is upset.
Writer and speaker Adriel Booker candidly shares her experiences with pregnancy loss, having miscarried four times. She describes how her faith has sustained and comforted her through the pain, and offers encouragement to families walking a similar path of grief.
Saying “I’m sorry” can be difficult, especially for parents. But those two words can make a big difference in a child’s life. John and Danny discuss the times they need to use those words and how taking responsibility for mistakes as parents helps show God’s grace.
A small misunderstanding can trigger a big argument with your spouse. However, conflict can actually be good for your relationship, if you learn to handle it well. John and Greg share how they’ve learned to deal with conflict in their own marriages.
In a discussion based on his book When to Walk Away, Gary Thomas explains why it’s okay to disengage from people who relish negativity, control, and hatred, and he offers practical, biblically-based advice for doing so. (Part 2 of 2)
In a discussion based on his book When to Walk Away, Gary Thomas explains why it’s okay to disengage from people who relish negativity, control, and hatred, and he offers practical, biblically-based advice for doing so. (Part 1 of 2)
A lot of parents want their kids to like them, and not to ever get mad at them. But these wishes are all parenting red flags. John and Danny emphasize that it’s important to parent so that kids want to be your friend when they’re 25 years old, not when they’re young.
The work of raising children can make you feel deprived of spending time with your spouse. You might be asking, “How can we have any time for each other?” Greg and John share some simple tips for connecting with your spouse amidst the busyness of raising kids.