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Courtney Ellis wants to invite families to follow her example in decluttering her life, her home & her schedule. Courtney also described why too many screens & too much technology is a form of clutter — and how her kids would often see the back of her hand holding a phone instead of seeing her face. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book "Uncluttered" and an audio download of "Clearing Out Your Space and Schedule" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a ...

Author Erin MacPherson and her mother, Ellen Schuknecht, an educator, offer encouragement and advice to moms of early grade school-aged children. Receive the book The Christian Mama's Guide to the Grade School Years and an audio download of "Navigating the Early Grade School Years" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sometimes we have to get out of the way and allow God to intervene in a situation. Author Sharon Jaynes has seen this truth played out in many ways, especially in her parents’ tempestuous relationship, which went from rocky to restored. Tune in for an inspiring message that illustrates God’s power to work in our lives. Receive a copy of When You Don't Like Your Story and an audio download of "Getting Real With God and Finding Salvation For My Family" for your donation of any amount! Get More E...

J. Warner Wallace is a former cold-case detective and former atheist. Then he used his investigative skills to explore the Christian worldview, and he discovered the claims in the Bible to be true. Now he encourages others to better understand the Christian faith and defend it by asking the tough questions of young people in a post-Christian culture. In this discussion directed at parents, Wallace shares about big cultural challenges for young people today – Gen Z in particular – and about the i...

Gil and Brenda Stuart offer advice and hope to remarried couples as they address the difficult challenges stepfamilies face. (Part 2 of 2) Receive a copy of "Restored & Remarried" and an audio download of "Encouragement for Remarried Couples" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Gil and Brenda Stuart offer advice and hope to remarried couples as they address the difficult challenges stepfamilies face. (Part 1 of 2) Receive a copy of "Restored & Remarried" and an audio download of "Encouragement for Remarried Couples" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Can you earn God’s love? Radio host and author Brant Hansen explores the breadth of God’s grace and how he has seen it played out in his own life, and in his work with a medical missionary organization in countries like Afghanistan. His conclusion: God is good! Receive a copy of Blessed are the Misfits and an audio download of "Learning About God's Mercy" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you...

Parenting has its challenging moments, but the rewards and laughter can outweigh the struggles. Ken Swarner provides humorous stories and lighthearted spiritual lessons about parenting with humility and trusting God. Receive a copy of "Why Did God Give My Kids Free Will?" and an audio download of "Parenting Struggles and What They Teach" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to an...

Working as a Playboy Bunny, Robyn Dykstra was oblivious to God’s master plan for her life. But she eventually escaped a life of drugs, alcohol, and abuse and married a good Christian man. As she grew closer to the Lord, with a handsome husband, a nice house, and two wonderful children, her life seemed perfect. Then, in an instant, everything changed. That one moment triggered a chain reaction of unwanted challenges, and her life would never be the same. (Part 2 of 2) Get a CD and bonus audio do...

Working as a Playboy Bunny, Robyn Dykstra was oblivious to God’s master plan for her life. But she eventually escaped a life of drugs, alcohol, and abuse and married a good Christian man. As she grew closer to the Lord, with a handsome husband, a nice house, and two wonderful children, her life seemed perfect. Then, in an instant, everything changed. That one moment triggered a chain reaction of unwanted challenges, and her life would never be the same. (Part 1 of 2) Get a CD and bonus aud...

Rhonda Stoppe and her son Brandon provide practical advice and encouragement for moms raising sons. The pair discuss discipline, equipping sons for independence, talking in ways that sons will listen, and giving boys a vision for manhood. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book "Moms Raising Sons to Be Men" and an audio download of "How Godly Moms Can Raise Godly Sons" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support...

Rhonda Stoppe and her son Brandon provide practical advice and encouragement for moms raising sons. The pair discuss discipline, equipping sons for independence, talking in ways that sons will listen, and giving boys a vision for manhood. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book "Moms Raising Sons to Be Men" and an audio download of "How Godly Moms Can Raise Godly Sons" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support help...

Thinking more positively of your spouse can change your marriage! Ted Lowe helps you better understand how a shift in your thoughts toward yourself and your spouse can give you a healthier and more loving marriage. By looking at your spouse through the filter of Philippians 4:8, you’ll learn ways to examine your mindset and embrace a positive perspective! Receive the book "Us in Mind" for your donation of any amount! Through your support of Focus on the Family, you’ll save marriages through eff...

Every generation of Christians wrestles with big questions. Dr. Del Tackett shares his passion to examine and answer these questions based upon his thorough study of the Scripture, worldview teaching, and his keen insights into today’s culture. He also warns believers about 'Me-focused' Christianity and encourages families to engage their neighbors with love and long-term fellowship. Get a peek into Dr. Del Tackett’s newest biblical worldview series. Get More Episode Resources We'd love to he...

Robin Jones Gunn and Jenny Coffey stress that Mom should be the safest person in her daughter’s life – where the conversation about puberty and development can be ongoing. The duo explains that a girl’s self-image and self-esteem will be profoundly impacted by how parents navigate this child’s first exposure to sexuality. Robin and Jenny also describe how moms can initiate the “sex talk” conversation with their daughters. Receive the book Before Your Tween Daughter Becomes a Woman and an audio ...

Carey and Toni Nieuwhof’s marriage wasn’t always happy and filled with love. There was a time when they were on the brink of divorce, and though they tried to make amends, they kept falling into a cycle of fighting, anger and distance. Today, Carey and Toni say they can’t imagine considering divorce. Through their honest and vulnerable stories and advice, they’ll help encourage couples considering divorce to save their marriages and take a path toward healing. (Part 2 of 2) Receive "Before You ...

Carey and Toni Nieuwhof’s marriage wasn’t always happy and filled with love. There was a time when they were on the brink of divorce, and though they tried to make amends, they kept falling into a cycle of fighting, anger and distance. Today, Carey and Toni say they can’t imagine considering divorce. Through their honest and vulnerable stories and advice, they’ll help encourage couples considering divorce to save their marriages and take a path toward healing. (Part 1 of 2) Receive "Before You ...

Larnelle Harris shares stories about how God redeemed the dysfunctional past of his parents, the many African-American teachers who sacrificed their time and energy to give young men like himself a better future, and how his faithfulness to godly principles gave him greater opportunities and career success than anything else. Receive Larnelle Harris' book Shaped Notes and an audio download of "A Legacy of Music and Trusting the Lord" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources ...

Arlene Pellicane shares fun stories and power-packed research to encourage you with nuts-and-bolts reminders of strong parenting—teaching respect, instilling character, and spending intentional time with your children. Receive Arlene Pellicane's book "Parents Rising" and an audio download of "Raising Godly Children in Today's Culture" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any o...

Dr. Gary Chapman offers seven principles that will radically transform your relationship with your in-laws. By learning and practicing these basic communication skills, you will build and strengthen the connection you have with your spouse’s parents and siblings. It’s not an overnight process, but a journey that will revive and improve any relationship. (Part 2 of 2) Receive "Happily Ever After"for your donation of any amount! Through your support of Focus on the Family, you’ll save marriages t...

Dr. Gary Chapman offers seven principles that will radically transform your relationship with your in-laws. By learning and practicing these basic communication skills, you will build and strengthen the connection you have with your spouse’s parents and siblings. It’s not an overnight process, but a journey that will revive and improve any relationship. (Part 1 of 2) Receive "Happily Ever After" for your donation of any amount! Through your support of Focus on the Family, you’ll save marriages ...

Born legally blind, Karen Wingate saw her life from what she would describe as “an industrial-strength shower curtain”. Karen lived her life without sight as a wife and a mom until, at fifty-five years old, she went into surgery and came out with her vision miraculously restored! She explains how she started to view God, creation, and her own life differently in light of the miracle happening in her life. Receive a copy of "With Fresh Eyes" and an audio download of "Seeing Life with New Vi...

In a culture where your truth and identity seem to be the most important topic, it can be difficult to navigate conversations surrounding truth and grace with your children. Hillary Ferrer and Amy Davison discuss ways to educate your children about gender and sexuality in their schools, churches, and personal relationships, and point us toward the way that Christ encountered those around Him. Receive a copy of Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality and an audio download of "Talking to Yo...

Dr. Ron and Jan Welch will talk about communicating well, choosing forgiveness and unselfishness, and challenging unspoken truths. If couples can learn to show respect, honor and love each other, a lot of their conflict will go away. Receive Dr. Welch's book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" for your donation of any amount! Through your support of Focus on the Family, you’ll save marriages through efforts like our Hope Restored marriage intensives. And right now, DOUBLE YOUR DOLLARS to ...