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$2 million shortfall and continue important family ministry efforts.

Moving forward in faith but we need your help!

Urgent Need: Right now, Focus on the Family is facing a $2 million ministry shortfall. We are moving forward in faith that God will provide for our critical marriage and family programs, but we need your help. Will you stand in the gap with a vital gift before 11:59 p.m. on August 31?
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Spiritual Growth

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‘One Another’ Marriage Devotional: Do Not Lie to One Another

“Do not lie to one another” means we must also avoid lies of omission. Have you been leaving out facts or hiding anything from your spouse lately?

Help Your Kids Develop the Habit of Time with God

The most valuable life skill we can give our children is the habit of spending time with God. Here are practical tips for all ages.

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Passing Your Faith On To Your Kids

Pastor Matt Chandler and Pastor Adam Griffin share relatable stories from their own families. They’ll encourage you with practical ways to disciple your children, as Jesus taught in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go and make disciples of all nations … teaching them to observe all I have commanded you.”

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How Godly Thinking Can Transform Your Life

Levi Lusko shares about living your best life, overcoming worry, fear and anxiety to experience freedom in Christ. He encourages us to strategically take the high ground to combat the enemy of our souls in the right way. He challenges us to spiritual growth and courage in the face of life’s storms.

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5 Signs of Spiritual Attack

What do you do when you and your spouse are constantly getting on each other’s nerves? It may be that you’re facing a spiritual attack. John, Erin and Greg share how they’ve found hope when facing spiritual warfare in their marriages. Featuring Dr. Tim and Mrs. Noreen Muehlhoff.

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Raising Godly Kids in an Ungodly World

Raising godly kids in an ungodly world is not impossible. You and your kids were born for such a time as this, and understanding God’s heart.

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‘One Another’ Marriage Devotional: Do Not Grumble Against One Another

You just had to vent a little. At least that’s what you told yourself. How bad could a bit of grumbling really be?

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‘One Another’ Marriage Devotional: Wash One Another’s Feet

In marriage, we have ample opportunities to “wash one another’s feet” without actually touching the tootsies.

Fun and Powerful Morning Prayers with Your Kids

Fun and Powerful Morning Prayers with Your Kids

Why would Paul tell us to dress for battle and give us a list of our spiritual armor if the battle in question was just symbolic?

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What Parents Can Learn from Jesus’ Interactions with Children

Throughout scripture, Jesus treats children with radical care and love to indicate how deeply He values them. It’s no wonder that He continually compared our faith to children. Just as children depend on their parents for daily needs, so too do we rely on God the Father for our spiritual and physical needs.

Welcome to Advent 2021

Welcome to Advent 2021

Celebrating Advent involves intentional preparation for the birth of Jesus Christ. For Christians, the Advent season reminds us not only of Jesus’ birth, but of His eternal presence and eventual second coming.

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Growing Spiritually in Every Season

Homes need a strong foundation, and marriages need to be established on God’s love. Without it, you won’t be nearly as ready when challenges come your way. John and Erin offer some helpful ideas for being strong spiritually as a couple. Featuring Mrs. Debra Fileta.

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4 Thieves That Want to Rob You of God’s Joy

Unmask these joy stealers so they don’t keep you from living in God’s joy, especially during difficult times

Easter: Myth, Legend, or Ultimate Truth?

Easter: Myth, Legend, or Ultimate Truth?

The story of Christ is simply a true myth: working on us in the same way, but with this tremendous difference that it really happened.

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Marriage Meditation – The Fruit of the Spirit Is Faithfulness

The fruit of the Spirit is faithfulness. Faithfulness means more than keeping your wedding vows. It involves being consistent, reliable and trustworthy.

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Unity in Marriage — Devotional for Couples

Spiritual unity with your spouse can strengthen your marriage. But the ultimate reason to work toward unity is that it shows the world God’s love.

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Bible Reading in Marriage Is Transformational

Invigorate your spiritual connection by reading the Bible together. By applying biblical principles as a couple, you’ll reach into an untapped power source.

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What Research Says About Couples Who Pray Together

Why is a couple’s prayer life such a strong aspect of marital happiness? Three types of prayers happen in different instances and have unique marriage-enhancing effects.

Faith Conversation: Celebrate

Celebrations are ways to remember significant events and to share joy with loves ones. The concept of celebration is woven throughout Scripture. How can couples grow closer through celebration?

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Faith Conversation: Love Endures

What type of love legacy you will leave behind? This couples devotion will help you learn to invest in your spouse’s welfare through unwavering love, cheering encouragement and never-failing support.