Becket Cook tells the story of coming face to face with the God of the universe when he attended a church service. Becket tells how his belief in Christ has influenced and changed every part of his life.
As Becket Cook moved through one relationship after another, he never remotely considered that God might be the answer to his restlessness. Cook tells how his encounter with God changed his life forever.
What can you say? How can you help? Here, a few things to remember.
If you were a counselor and walked into your own family crisis, what advice would you give yourself? Crisis counselor and stepmom Jennifer Ellers and her husband, Kevin, join Ron Deal in a conversation about how to respond to stepfamily crises.
Becket Cook tells how his Christian parents reacted when he finally came out to his family, and advises parents on what to do when their son or daughter comes out as being gay.
Bryan Carter talks about seven habits healthy families have, starting with having our priorities in line and paying special attention to how we spend our time, on FamilyLife this Week.
After her parent's divorce, Melody Fabien was hearing one thing about relationships from her mom, and something very different from her dad who had recently come to Christ. She tells her story to Ron Deal from the FamilyLife Blended® Podcast.
Kids often take up most of our physical, emotional, and spiritual energy. But when it comes down to it, who comes first, spouse or children?
Vicki Courtney encourages mothers to talk to their sons about chivalry. Mothers and fathers should also talk to their sons about unplanned pregnancy, sexting, and porn.
Is your son ready for the real world? Vicki Courtney advises moms to encourage their sons toward independence and responsibility so they will be eager to leave home when it's time.
It’s a myth that the older the child of divorce is, the easier it becomes. If your friend’s parents are divorcing, here are some ways to help.
Many families struggle having devotions in God's Word together. Jason Houser and John Majors, help discouraged parents find ways to make things easier.
Jason Houser and John Majors discuss why Scripture that is put to music is so powerful in a child's life. Hear how we can help our kids hide God's Word in their hearts in a way that is simple and easy.
Whether you are sending a child to college, or you are planning a wedding, releasing children can be difficult. Barbara Rainey, Susan Yates, and Bruce Johnston share how they managed this pivotal transition.
Only a mom can model feminine integrity for her daughter. Terra Mattson explains why daughters learn more from what they experience than what you teach.
When you’re asking, “Is my marriage over?”—it’s from a piercing, reeling position you never hoped to see. Is getting a divorce your only option?
Raising daughters today may be different than in years past, but the core of what it means to be a girl is still as God designed it. Terra Mattson helps listeners develop a greater appreciation of femininity.
As a second wife/husband, have you ever felt second best? How can you be first in your spouse's heart when you're not the ONLY? Ron Deal talks with Lori Ferguson Wilbert about how to combat insecurities as you look to God for the source of your identity.
Christians are commanded to make disciples. Do you know how to share your faith with your neighbor or co-worker? Holly Melton gives practial steps for sharing your faith with others.
Bob Lepine talks about the qualities of biblical love from 1 Corinthians 13. Learn how to bear and endure all things when things feel unbearable. And we'll hear how to avoid enabling wrong behavior.
We expect the world to try to pull our kids away from Christ, but sometimes, it's their own family.
Do you remember that old adage about why you have two ears and only one mouth?
Bob Lepine, along with hosts Dave and Ann Wilson, continue their discussion of agape love found in 1 Corinthians 13, a passage that reveals the most common cracks found in marriage relationships.
Over lunch or a phone call, a friend confesses things aren’t going well at home. But how do you help when a friend’s marriage is showing signs of divorce?
Ever find yourself thinking you’re married to a stranger? You aren’t alone. Here are a few ways to start getting to know your love again.
Bob Lepine discusses 1 Corinthians 13:4 and why humility is such a key feature of biblical love. Learn how to get a "PhD" in this kind of love and turn away from your natural default settingâ€"self-centeredness.
There is so much fun that comes with being a grandparentâ€"sleepovers, reading books together, and connecting with each grandchild uniquely. Mary Larmoyeux explains the lasting value of grandparents.
Mary Larmoyeux shares her wisdom as "Nana" on how to make connections with grandchildren. This is especially important when passing down spiritual truths from generation to generation.
All of us need to practice apologizing and asking for forgiveness. Jerry Bridges, Gary Rosberg, Gary Chapman, Dan Dumas, and Priscilla Shirer help us see our shortcomings and how we should humbly respond.
Pastor Sam Crabtree offers parents practical help for raising young children. Crabtree reminds parents that issues only get bigger as the kids get older, so they need to address issues as soon as they see them.