When your marriage is on the rocks, it’s easy to lose hope. But here are four important truths to hold onto to not lose heart.
The Bible holds up marriage as an example of Jesus’ relationship with the Church. So how can you help when someone's spouse wants a divorce?
Is marriage even worth it? Here are three compelling benefits of marriage.
Part of me can turn Grinchy over the holidays. And my husband, if I’m not careful, becomes my Roast Beast. Wondering how to stop fighting?
Their problems won’t evaporate in an hour over coffee. But if you want to help a marriage in trouble, here are some things you can do.
When we gather together for holiday meals, we satisfy more than our immediate hunger. It’s a feast for our souls, bodies, and imaginations.
Doubling a recipe isn’t nearly as hard as you’d think, but it’s a lot more rewarding. Find Friendsgiving ideas to make your gathering doable and happy.
Parents want their kids to have qualities like love, joy, and patience, but is it possible to teach the fruit of the Spirit? Where should we start?
Award conversations gravitate to our holiday tables year after year. But could we all truly get along, even for 30 minutes of face-stuffing glory?
Is it possible your money problems aren’t what you think they’re about? Stop fighting about money—by pursuing solutions from the inside out.
How can we squirrel away spiritual life skills for kids that make them want to connect with God? It could be easier than you think.
In the face of yet another epic failure or season of pure pain, God often creates beauty and an unforgettable teachable moment.
Parenting an adult child is new territory for us, but my wife and I are learning. Here are five ways we’re trying not to be toxic parents.
When it comes to parenting and control—could holding on too long, protecting too much, actually damage my teens?
Ever heard of National Stepfamily Day? No matter what season you’re in as a blended family, here are three reasons you should celebrate.
After a season of isolation, I miss parenting in community. Here are three reasons it takes a village and why we’d all benefit from one.
Parenting can be overwhelming. But getting away without the kids can strengthen your bond as husband and wife.
The process of planning and preparing for the wedding can help build family identity and bonding even before the ceremony.
You’ve invested time to build your relationship with your partner. You need to be just as intentional with children to co-create a blended family.
It can feel overwhelming to plan a blended family wedding. Here are six drama-free ideas to make your ceremony special.
I’ve made plenty of mistakes leading Bible study groups over the years. But here are seven things I’ve learned not to do in a small group.
Mom rushed around the house, busy getting both herself and a 2-year-old ready. Going to church has always been a weekly occurrence for my family, but this morning, unusual events […]
When we learn to embrace our differences as a stepfamily and keep God at the helm of our family, we walk away from shame and brokenness.
Most of my experience mentoring women is casual as a frappuccino or pair of sneakers. It’s purposeful, curious, God-inviting friendship.
Has a loved one mentioned you might spend too much time on your phone? FamilyLife Today host Dave Wilson shares his quick test.
I was getting some things wrong about hospitality. Could gathering around the table be less—and so much more—than I thought?
I’m my kids’ father, not their God. I don’t need to model perfection. My failures give me the chance to model repentance, faith, and growth.
It dawned on me how much my boys need a father. But anyone can be a father—my boys need a dad. All those years, I needed a dad.
Are clean countertops and a warm meal that big a deal? Homemaking—no matter your gender—might mean more than you think.
With my son’s nightmares punctuating our nights, I knew we needed to hide the living and active Word of God in his heart.