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Helping Teens Stay Sexually Pure

What can we do as parents to promote abstinence before marriage and help our teenager remain sexually pure?

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Spouse May Be Involved With Pornography

What should I do if I believe that my spouse is looking at obscene and sexually explicit material?

Can a person have ADHD without being hyperactive?

My daughter displays many of the symptoms of ADHD, but she isn’t what I’d call hyperactive. What gives?

Did my employer match my gift?

I’m donating to Focus through a workplace giving program. Did my employer match my gift?

How do I contact a specific employee at Focus on the Family?

I would like to contact an individual who works at Focus. How do I contact a specific employee?

Is ADHD associated with sugar intake?

Is ADHD associated with sugar intake?

What can you tell me about the abortion pill, RU-486?

Can you provide me with information about the abortion pill, RU-486?

What is the Focus on the Family e-newsletter, and how do I subscribe or unsubscribe?

What is the Focus on the Family e-newsletter, and how do I subscribe or unsubscribe?

Where can I find Spanish resources for my pregnancy center?

Where can pregnancy resource centers find materials for Spanish-speaking clients?

I’m having problems playing the Daily Broadcast on my smartphone application or on the mobile website. What should I do?

I’m having problems hearing the Daily Broadcast on my smartphone application or on the mobile website. What should I do?

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Atheism and Personal Integrity

If I’m an atheist, does that make me a bad person? I believe strongly in the validity of the scientific method. I teach my children to approach the world from a scientific perspective, and I also try to instill in them deep-seated principles of compassion, kindness, generosity, and sensitivity to others. Does that make me …

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Christians and Material Wealth: The Question of Giving Everything Away

What did Jesus mean when He said, “Go, sell all you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven”? I became a Christian about a year and a half ago, and for the most part I’ve been very happy in my new-found faith. Sure, I’ve had my ups and downs, …

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Forgiving the Unrepentant

How can I forgive someone who isn’t sorry for what he’s done? My father hurt me deeply when I was young. I’ve tried and tried to forget about this, but every time I think I’ve succeeded the pain jumps up and bites me again. Christian friends have told me that I need to forgive him-in …

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Islam and Christianity: Are They the Same?

Don’t Muslims and Christians believe basically the same things? Since 9/11 some Christian groups have been spreading what I consider slander about our friends in the Muslim community. I find this deeply troubling since there are a couple of fine, upstanding Muslim families living in my neighborhood. As I understand it, Islam is a religion …

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Preparing for the End Times

What should Christians be doing to get ready for the cataclysmic events preceding the end of the Age and the Second Coming of Christ? Given the current state of affairs in the world, it’s hard to avoid the conclusion that the Lord may be returning soon. I’m trying to hold on to my confidence in …

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Science and the Bible

How can I believe the Bible in light of what science tells us? I recently went with my family to see the fossilized remains of some dinosaur tracks and bones. I was impressed with what I saw, but I also went away feeling troubled. These tracks and bones, which are said to be millions of …

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The Origin and Meaning of the Christmas Tree

Do you think we should get a Christmas tree? Christmas has always been a warm and wonderful time of year for our family. We love all of the traditions. Our kids get very excited when, on the first Sunday of Advent, we pull out the decorations and put up the tree. This year, however, I’m …

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What the Bible Says About Family

Is there really any scriptural basis for “focusing on the family”? “Family first” has always been my motto. I spend every weekend with my wife and kids, and I’m committed to putting their needs ahead of my own. But at times I find it hard to reconcile these personal values with the Gospel message. Jesus …

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Christians and Military Service

Do you think I should join the army? My mom and dad are pacifists – they don’t believe Christians should fight in wars or submit to military service. I’m not sure I agree, and I’ve been thinking of joining up. Of course, my mom and dad are firmly opposed to the idea. What should I …