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Gratitude

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Thanksgiving Gratitude

Teach children how to show gratitude, especially around Thanksgiving.

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Thanksgiving Traditions for a Family Focused Holiday

Whether your family has a long history of traditions or your new family is approaching the holidays for the first time, these Thanksgiving traditions can bless your family.

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For King + Country and Rebecca St. James Discuss Unsung Hero with Focus on the Family

As the Family Ministry Resource Partner of Unsung Hero, the For King & Country film opening in theaters nationwide April 26, we at Focus on the Family recently sat down with the band – brothers Luke and Joel Smallbone – and their big sister, Christian music artist Rebecca Saint James.

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The Secret of Gratitude

The work of Christ in our lives is just plain bigger than our circumstances

Thanksgiving Activities for Families

Thanksgiving Activities for Families

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to stop and remind your family to be thankful. Though gratitude should be encouraged all year long, this holiday provides the perfect segway for families to implement a heart of thankfulness.

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5 Ways to Teach Kids Gratitude at Home

The Bible tells us to live with an attitude of gratitude, and research tells us that gratitude has a positive impact on our minds and social behaviors. Here are five ways to teach kids gratitude in your home.

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Nurturing Gratitude in Your Child’s Heart

Nurturing gratitude doesn’t always come easy. It’s an intentional part of parenting, and an important trait every family can cultivate.

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Antley Bixler Syndrome: The Inside Story

They found out their 2-week-old son was only the 105th person to ever be diagnosed with Antley-Bixler syndrome, a rare genetic disorder.

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How to Be Content as a Couple at Christmas

One awful eve of envy helped me learn how to be content at Christmas instead of creating conflict in my marriage. Here’s what I learned.

A Lifetime of Awe

Choosing an Attitude of Gratitude and Awe in Marriage

Is it possible to practice a deep sense of awe and an attitude of gratitude in the ordinary moments of marriage?

All Created Equal: Celebrating Freedom on Independence Day

A concept emerged that led to the birth of American freedom, a celestial idea that still reverberates – that all men are created equal.

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Grandparents are the Best Parent Support Group

When grandparents support their adult children in their new role as parents, a new bond is created and strengthened.

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How to Speak So Your Grandchildren Will Listen

Speaking so your grandchildren will listen, is more about personality types than it is about the generation gap.

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Creative Ideas and Tips for New Grandparents

Creative ideas tips for purposeful grand parenting. Here’s how you can find your place in your grandchildren’s lives and hearts, near and far.

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Give Thanks in All Circumstances

A spiritual insight from Focus on the Family leadership

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Gratitude With Purpose in Marriage

Appreciating your spouse will strengthen your marriage — and change you

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Countering the Culture of Entitlement

How to help kids live faithfully in a land of plenty

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Pastoring with a Heart of Gratitude

A weekly dose of these five practices of gratitude, and you’ll be on your way to becoming a genuinely grateful pastor.

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Grateful for My Spouse & Poached Eggs & Broccoli

Unexpected ways to be thankful 
for your husband

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Celebrate Easter Together at Home

With social distancing in place, this weekend will look far from normal. We want to come alongside you and your family as you celebrate Easter together at home.