Michelle Hill interviews Shelby Abbott, the host of our new podcast for 18 to 28 year-olds called Real Life Loading... Learn more and subscribe here: https://www.familylife.com/podcast/real-life-loading/

What does it take to launch your kids well? Dennis Rainey, Alex Chediak, and Michelle Hill cover the value of independence, friendship, time management, faith, good friends, and ramen noodles.

Gary Thomas, Paul David Tripp, Jonathan Pitts, Dave and Ann Wilson, and Bob Lepine talk about how to face mundane irritants in marriage with transcendent grace.

If you're single, that doesn't mean you're incomplete. You can be whole in Christ. Clarence Shuler coaches singles to speak up and let your needs be known for the benefit of your local church.

There are few things that make humans feel more alone than experiencing loss. Ron Deal and Michelle Hill talk about the grieving process and how to care for yourself and others you know who may be grieving. We'll also hear from Matthew Arbo and Abigail Dodds.

What is forgiveness? Join us on the journey of biblical forgiveness with Leslie Leyland Fields, Voddie Baucham, and Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth.

Discover the incredible value of living in the freedom of a clear conscience with God and others. Our guests, Erwin Lutzer, Eric Mason, Chris and Cindy Beall, and Paul David Tripp offer biblical insight and heartfelt transparency.

Charmaine Porter shares candidly with Michelle Hill how she has processed her own discontent with being single, and how the church has--or has not--been helpful in her struggle.

For anyone who has experienced the pain of a miscarriage, the grief can make you feel all alone. Stephanie Green talks to Michelle Hill about her experience with miscarriage while helping listeners in this situation learn to process this unique grief.

A significant chunk of "the book of love," a.k.a. Song of Solomon, talks about conflict. Matt Chandler, Tiffany Lee, Chip Ingram, and Tim Muehlhoff address the dynamics involved in conflict, and coach us toward resolution and closer relationships in the aftermath.

As parents do you have clear direction how to help your kids manage their technology usage? David Eaton and Melanie Mudge talk about the landscape of teens and technology. Brian Goins and Wynter and Jonathan Pitts share how they've helped their kids self-regulate.

Summertime feels like freedom to kids getting out of school. But a working mom's perspective is a bit different. Tracy Lane describes how she plans to make meaningful memories with her children this summer.

In this digital world, how can parents train their children in wise tech usage if they are addicted to their phones themselves? Arlene Pellicane teaches some wise tech-management habits that parents can adopt and then pass along to their children.

Author Tricia Goyer tells the story of her family adopting Alyssa and how that first adoption spring-boarded their family into foster care and adopting more children.

What will be left in your wake when you are gone? Louis Upkins, Crawford Loritts, and Bryan Loritts talk about different kinds of legacies, and challenge us to make sure to leave a legacy that's godly.

When we look for the positive or the negative in our spouse, we see what we want to see. Jeff and Stacy Kemp coach husbands and wives on how to address the causes and cures for marital discontentment.

This Memorial Day Weekend hear stories of lesser known, but no less valiant soldiers--and families of soldiers--who sacrificed for our freedom.

Kay Wills Wyma, Gary Thomas and Priscilla Shirer help us remember to be content with the life we have and avoid the temptation to compare ourselves with others.

Families experience a closer connection when they laugh together. Keeping things light with Ted Cunningham, Dave Stone, and mother-son duo, Nelda and Tim Hawkins.

Ben Stuart gives some guidelines for parents to consider as they prepare their kids for the dating years.

As a pastor's wife with five kids and a job outside the home, Shannon Simmons knows how difficult it is to be a working mom. She describes her daily routine, and gives biblical perspective on the challenges working moms face.

Easter and Lent should be a big deal for believers and their families. How does one communicate the sober reality of Good Friday leading to the celebration of Easter and Lent Sunday with children? Sally Lloyd-Jones and Phil Vischer give examples of how and why to tell the whole Easter and Lent story to your children.

It's easy to make friends in Kindergarten. It gets harder to maintain friendships once we're out of school and in the "real world" but those key relationships are no less vital. Catherine Parks shares some tips for how to find, make, and keep quality friendships.

It is important to communicate the truth of the gospel to your kids--and the sooner, the better. Michelle Hill interacts with a number of kids about the story of Holy Week and Easter. Bob Lepine defines the gospel in a way that is easy to share with neighbors.

Marriage was intended to be a lifetime covenant. Be inspired and encouraged in your marriage commitment from guests Gary Thomas, Laura Story, and Voddie Baucham.

Laughter is good medicine, healing to the soul. Whether it pops up suddenly from someone's slip of the tongue, or it's pursued carefully and crafted as a career and life mission. Our guests, Michael Jr., Tim Hawkins, and Kristin Exton, explain how laughter is therapeutic, even on a spiritual level.

Whether you're single or married, you likely subscribe to some popular myths about singleness. Matt Perman tackles these myths and mixed messages with practical suggestions.

There are many erroneous ideas about singleness floating around amidst both religious and secular cultures. Christopher Yuan tackles these ideas head-on with truth straight from the Bible.

All healthy relationships experience conflict. Marriages and friendships all have to navigate personal differences. Ann Wilson explains how to know whether to overlook a conflict or to address it.

Sam Allberry reminds us to not make an idol of romantic love. Francis and Lisa Chan encourage us to look at married love in light of eternity.

Even if Valentine's Day is all about love, that doesn't mean everyone loves Valentine's Day. There are many people, single AND married, who feel isolated and alone on this holiday. Director of FamilyLife Blended on FamilyLife this Week and licensed counselor Ron Deal talks about healthy ways of coping with loneliness.

If you take your spouse for granted, much hurt and relational brokenness will ensue. If you take God for granted, you open a door for sin to consume your life. Doyle Roth and Judy Starr tell their stories and their hard-learned lessons.

Hanna Seymour and Jaqueline Anderson Meza tell their stories of courtship and dating their husbands. Deepak Reju has some advice for singles who are lonely and dateless on a Friday night. Shaunti Feldhahn gives her perspective on the singles' landscape based on her research.

Culturally, when we talk about the sanctity of human life, we tend to focus on the plight of the unborn. But life itself extends to our last dying breath. Gary Thomas, Jim Stroud, and Jim Garlow tell stories of caring for souls at the end of their lives.

If the only time your kids see you worshipping God is at church on Sunday morning, then your kids are missing out on a rich experience that could bond your family on a soul-to-soul level. Don Whitney and Lauren Chandler talk about worshiping together with their families.

As we approach a new year, it is appropriate to reflect and remember the good things from the year that is drawing to a close. Hear again, excerpts from some of the most meaningful interviews that aired in 2018.

Does your knowledge of the Christmas story come from traditional Christmas songs or Scripture? Paul Maier gives us the historical background for the Christmas story, dispelling some popular myths perpetuated by artistic license. We'll also hear some Christmas hymns, and the biblical account from the Gospel of Luke. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. Download FamilyLife's new app! Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.

It's the most wonderful time of the year!" But if you're in a stepfamily, the holidays can get complicated pretty fast. Ron Deal offers some perspective, and gives counsel for how to navigate Christmas in a stepfamily.

What does it take to be happily married? Researcher Shaunti Feldhahn shares encouraging data about what makes the best marriages thrive. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. Download FamilyLife's new app! Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.

Courtney Reissig tells the harrowing story of the birth of her fourth child, Ben. Some problems cropped up late in the pregnancy that threatened both of their lives and left some emotional scarring in its wake. Show Notes and Resources Nancy Guthrie and Jerry Sittser share about the loss of a child.

Hollywood and fairy tales tell us that marriage means "Happily Ever After." But as Dennis and Barbara Rainey, and Jim and Carol Shores explain, there's much more to marriage than a catchy tagline. Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Dennis and Barbara Rainey talk about marriage FamilyLife Today programs with Jim and Carol Shores.

Student loans, medical bills, credit card debt--do any of these trouble your family? Hayley DiMarco and Philip Holmes tell their journey of becoming debt free. Brad Formsma shares some compelling insights that are found when you are out of debt and able to give freely to others. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Emma Jenkins and Jordan Whitmer are emerging from Generation Z and have a passion for reaching their generation for Christ. Hear what they are doing with and for their peers for the sake of the gospel. Show Notes and Resources More about How To Life movement http://howtolifemovement.com/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

The Sabbath day is Sunday for many Christians, but for others it’s Saturday. In either case, this special day of the week has a specific purpose. Dennis Rainey, John Piper, Melissa Spoelstra, and Hannah Anderson give their perspective on how to best honor the Sabbath and keep it holy.4 Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Fern Nichols and Dennis and Barbara Rainey help parents evaluate their kids' level of busyness and consider the priority of family time. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Mom's in Prayer here: https://momsinprayer.org/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Sometimes we have someone in our lives who is difficult to love. It might be a parent, child, sibling, or other family member. Lou Priolo, Bill and Vicki Rose, and Tommy and Teresa Nelson tell about the people in their lives who were difficult to love, and how God helped them extend love anyway. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Do you know God's purpose for your life? Dave and Ann Wilson talk about their pain, skills, and opportunities that contributed to God's greater purpose in their lives. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Ron Deal, Director of FamilyLife Blended, explains the benefits of "cooking" your stepfamily with a crock pot and not a blender. He stresses the value of being patient as your blended family blends at its own pace. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Bob Lepine gives a theological, Bible-based description of the gospel. Tracy Lane shares how the gospel applies to her life as a mom. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

If a child has strayed from the faith of his parents, it's tempting for parents to question what they did wrong. Phil Waldrep, Bob Lepine, and Michelle Hill offer hope for families of prodigals. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Feminism has become a bad word in Christian culture. But the origins of feminism were good and noble, even if the culture has taken it too far. Tim Muehlhoff and Courtney Reissig talk about the origins of feminism, and how Jesus valued women. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Barbara Rainey, Karen Loritts, Mary Kassian, Holly Elliff, and Carolyn McCulley talk about the value of mentoring. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Moms, you cannot do everything, so prioritize the relationships or roles that are the most important, and let the rest slide. Brooke McGlothlin and Natalie Jones share their successes and failures in prioritizing time with God and their husbands over the demands of their kids.

What is the difference between giving grace and giving in? Paul David Tripp, Tim Kimmel, Ron Deal, and Caleb Kaltenbach explain what grace is: in parenting, marriage, or relationships with a watching world. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Is prayer a daily discipline for you, or is it something you save "for emergencies"? Crawford Loritts shares principles of effective prayer. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Moms, if you had the chance to pick the brain of an older, more experienced mom, what would you ask? Hear what some young moms asked Barbara Rainey during a question and answer session. Show Notes and Resources Find out about seeking out mentors and not mothering alone here: https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/parenting/essentials/mothers/dont-do-motherhood-alone/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

In the game of "Life" you never know what you'll roll, nor where you'll end up. So describes the lives of Scott and Sherry Jennings, Kim De Blecourt, Robertson McQuilkin, and Chuck Colson as they share their stories. Show Notes and Resources Visit Kim De Blecourt's organization, Nourished Hearts http://www.nourishedhearts.org/. Attend a Weekend to Remember marriage retreat. https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember Learn more about The Art of Marriage small groups or video event. https://www.familylife.com/art-of-marriage/home/

You just found out you only have three months to live. How do you handle it? Matt and Lauren Chandler faced this reality when Matt was diagnosed with brain cancer. They both tell their side to the story and how their focus on heaven was sharpened.

You spend hours and hours dreaming and preparing for a special wedding day. But what have you done to prepare for the marriage itself? Kevin DeYoung talks about what love looks like in marriage. Show Notes and Resources Listen to the full interviews with Ed Harrell https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/out-of-the-depths/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

A father's legacy leaves a lasting impression on his children, for good or for bad. H.B. Charles talks about his father's enduring legacy. Hear Jim Daly, Sally-Lloyd Jones, and Rick Rigsby give tributes to their fathers. Show Notes and Resources Listen to the full interviews with Ed Harrell https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/out-of-the-depths/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

There’s a reason the Word of God is referred to as “the sword of the Spirit.” It's “sharper than any two-edged sword,” “living and active,” and it “never returns void.” We can maximize this spiritual weapon by memorizing Scripture. Larry Fowler, Emmitt Fowler, Hannah Leary, and Barbara Rainey talk about the blessings of hiding God's Word in your heart.

Being equipped for every good work takes on a whole new dimension for Dave and Gloria Furman, Jay and Katherine Wolf, and Julie Denker as they share what it's like to care for or live as an adult with a disability.

It's Memorial Day weekend! Let's take a trip to remember our fallen heroes, witness one man's struggle to trust God's sovereignty, and watch as God transforms another man's life. Ed Harrell, Jeremy Camp, and Christopher Yuan share their stories. Show Notes and Resources Listen to the full interviews with Ed Harrell https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/out-of-the-depths/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

As parents, our number one job is to make sure our children grow into God-fearing, Christ-following, responsible adults. Dru Joyce II and Ron Deal share different character traits to instill in your children and some helpful ways to teach them. Show Notes and Resources FamilyLife's Art of Parenting. https://www.familylife.com/parenting Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Whether a mom works outside the home by choice, necessity, or a combination of both, it is difficult to find a good balance between work and home. Author Nancy Wolgemuth helps us see what the Bible says to help us prioritize. Dr. Meg Meeker and Tracy Lane offers some practical tips for how to achieve balance. Show Notes and Resources Are you in a race to see who can be a better mom? Dr. Meg Meeker feels that many mothers today have lost their joy due to the pressure they feel to keep up with other moms. Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Throughout the Bible, we are strongly encouraged to sing a song to the Lord. Don Whitney, Jason Houser, Kristyn Getty, and Ginny Owens explain the importance and the power of singing as worship. Show Notes and Resources Growing up, Dove award-winning singer-songwriter Ginny Owens never imagined that’s what she’d be. In fact, Ginny—blind since age 3—was not even considering music as a profession. Fortunately, God had other plans.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/transcending-mysteries/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

What if, as a dad, you got a chance to pick the brain of an older, wiser, more experienced dad? Bruce Goff, a relatively new dad with a toddler, gets to do just that with Bob Lepine, a veteran dad with grandchildren, and you get to hear the conversation.

In seasons of major life change, parents need to help their kids process the difficult things in healthy ways. Meg Robbins talks about walking with her kids through a major, cross-country move. Sabrina McDonald tells how she coached her kids through the process of becoming a blended family.

Are you too busy? Answer this question as you learn more from Joanne Kraft, Kevin DeYoung, and Hannah Anderson. Show Notes and Resources Joanne Kraft recalls the day when she and her husband decided their family was going to take a year off from all extracurricular activities to spend more time together.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/just-too-busy/ Pastor Kevin Deyoung talks about "Is Attending Church Relevant?" on FamilyLife Today.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/is-attending-church-relevant/ Resting is a spiritual discipline that many of us choose to ignore. Guests Hannah Anderson and Barbara Rainey describe why our souls are in desperate need of consistent periods of rest.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-this-week/the-importance-of-rest/ Hannah Anderson's website https://www.sometimesalight.com/ Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

What comes to mind when you think of home? Barbara Rainey and Jen Pollock Michel explain the value of making Christ the foundation of a stable, godly home. Show Notes and Resources 40 Reasons Your Home Matters

It's spring break! Let's take a road trip. Leslie Leyland Fields, David Nasser, and Dru Joyce II share stories of their epic journeys with God. Show Notes and Resources Leslie Leyland Fields, author of 'Surprise Child,' talks about the feelings and concerns women have when they find themselves unexpectedly pregnant.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/surprise-child/ Pastor David Nasser tells how his family escaped execution and fled Iran during the Iranian Revolution of 1979.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/jumping-through-fires/ Dru Joyce II has been mentor to some of the nation’s best young players, including LeBron James. Hear Joyce tell how love for his son drew him into coaching. https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/more-than-championships/ Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Conflict happens in marriages and families. But what do you do with it? Do you avoid it altogether or plow through it like a freight train? Dave and Ann Wilson relay a story of their most epic disagreement. Lou Priolo deconstructs the root cause of conflict and helps us see our sin.

Can you raise "perfect kids" by being a "perfect parent"? Not only is it impossible, but you'll bring more harm to your kids the harder you try to achieve perfection. Hear Meg Meeker, Karis Kimmel Murray, Elisa Morgan, and Reb Bradley share their parenting stories. Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Great love stories are inspiring and encouraging, and are tales you want to hear again and again. Hear some epic love stories from Carl and Lib Wenger, Lars and Elisabeth Elliot Gren, Irene and Domingo Garcia. Show Notes and Resources When Domingo and Irene Garcia fell in love and married, it was like mixing oil and water. Hear them tell their unique story. https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/rich-in-love/ Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Valentine's Day is coming. We'll take a look at bad Valentine gifts, the strange history behind the holiday, and the true meaning of love and marriage. Hear from Ken and Nook Tuttle, Hugh Duncan, Voddie Baucham, and Paul David Tripp. Show Notes and Resources VALENTINES SLIME VALENTINES DAY HEART SLIME SCIENCE FOR KIDS

When children become adults, a parent's job gets trickier. Especially when parents and their adult children disagree. Jeff Kemp talks with Michelle HIll about how to navigate this tricky dynamic, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining good relationships between parents and adult kids, on FamilyLife This Week. Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Learn more about the Dates to Remember™ box. https://www.familylife.com/dates-to-remember/ Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

The loss of a child, loss of a job—loss of any kind—can leave you feeling empty, hollow, and completely spent. The good news is, God has a history of getting the best results from empty vessels. Nancy Guthrie, Holley Gerth, and Dale Kreienkamp encourage listeners with God's promises from His Word. Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Why do I need a mission statement? Author Holley Gerth says a personal mission statement will help you decide between "good" and "great" pursuits. Show Notes and Resources Find out more from Holley Gerth and get the ebook "15 Minutes to Your Mission Statement: 5 Exercises to Help You Discover Your Personal Strengths and Direction."  https://holleygerth.com/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Screens are everywhere in our world. While it is smart to keep your kids from getting a smartphone too young, they will still need to be trained how to interact with them. Arlene Pellicane presents data and coaches parents to address this critical issue with their kids. Show Notes and Resources Take the Quiz: Too Much Screen Time for Kids? https://arlenepellicane.com/happy-husband-university/quiz-much-screen-time-kids/ Screen Dependency Disorder: The Effects of ‘Screen Time’ Addiction.  https://nhahealth.com/screen-dependency-disorder-the-effects-of-screen-time-addiction/ Dr. Andrew and Julie Doan's website. http://www.andrew-doan.com/ http://www.realbattle.org/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

For Christians, a popular New Year's resolution often involves reading through the Bible in a year. Instead of just reading the Bible as fast as you can, what if you made it your goal to get to know God's word better-to know your heavenly Father better? Dennis Rainey, Bob Lepine, Jen Wilkin, Barbara Rainey, and Don Whitney share their resolutions and offer some coaching on effective ways to dig into God's word.

If your blended family Christmas turned out to be less than you'd hoped for, be encouraged. Bob and Vicki Maday and their grown daughters Katie and Jonell describe the good, but mostly rough parts of their first Christmas as a stepfamily.

Holidays for newly blended families can be a minefield of hurt feelings if you don't know the terrain. Ron Deal, Director of FamilyLife Blended, talks with Michelle Hill to help families navigate the holidays by managing expectations from the start. Show Notes and Resources FamilyLife Blended Podcast with Ron Deal: https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/ Blended family resources: https://shop.familylife.com/products.aspx?categoryid=171 Read articles for blended families. https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/blended-family/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

In this life you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world. Jesus gave these words of hope to his disciples before ascending into Heaven. We reflect on His words as we share "storm stories" of other believers, and how they walked through their own storms with hope in Christ alone. Show Notes and Resources More from John and Donna Bishop. https://www.familylife.com/podcast/guest/john-and-donna-bishop/ Depression: A Stubborn Darkness with Ed Welch and Leslie Vernick.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/series/depression-a-stubborn-darkness/ Kara Tippetts' blog. https://www.mundanefaithfulness.com/ and books including "Just Show Up" https://www.mundanefaithfulness.com/books/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

What do you think God wants us to have for Christmas? One idea found in Scripture is the Fruit of the Spirit. Bob Lepine, Hayley DiMarco (with occasional comments from Michael DiMarco) discuss just what the Fruit of the Spirit is, and how we can acquire it. Show Notes and Resources Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

The year 2020 has been a year of forced togetherness-or forced isolation-paired with additional stress. Greg Smalley talks with Michelle Hill, giving suggestions for ways to manage stress in marriage, and how couples can use the stressful times to grow together, rather than apart. Show Notes and Resources Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Most people know what to prepare for when it comes to the food of Thanksgiving, but what about preparing to interact with relatives over controversial topics like politics in the current cultural climate? Darrell Harrison talks to Michelle Hill, and coaches listeners about how to be kind and gracious with family members. Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Most of us enjoy the perception of security when we lock our doors at night. But true, soul-deep security can only come when home is built on The Rock, Jesus. Barbara Rainey encourages believers that our ultimate security is only in our eternal home. Show Notes and Resources Ever Thine Home Blog https://everthinehome.com/blog/ ARTICLE: Three Ways to Make Your Home Safe Before the Storms of Life Hit by Barbara Rainey.  https://everthinehome.com/three-ways-to-make-your-home-safe-before-the-storms-of-life-hit/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

These days, many people feel it wouldn't be safe to go outside without a mask on. And yet others, need to arm their security system at night in order to sleep. According to Barbara Rainey there's one place we might not be securing, and it's probably doing more harm than good. Barbara outlines what it takes to make your home safe, on FamilyLife This Week. Show Notes and Resources Ever Thine Home Blog https://everthinehome.com/blog/ ARTICLE: Three Ways to Make Your Home Safe Before the Storms of Life Hit by Barbara Rainey.  https://everthinehome.com/three-ways-to-make-your-home-safe-before-the-storms-of-life-hit/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

How does a mom anticipate the birth of a child when she knows the baby will have special physical needs once he or she is born? Tracy Lane talks about anticipating the birth of her third child, a boy named Davis, that doctors identified as having Spina Bifida. Tracy talks about her journey towards surrender with God. Gina Flood talks about Jenny, who was born with Downs Syndrome. Show Notes and Resources ARTICLE: When My Husband Said ‘No’ to Aborting Our Baby by Tracy Lane.  https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/marriage-challenges/hardship-and-suffering/when-my-husband-said-no-to-aborting-our-baby/ Follow Matt and Tracy Lane's journey at https://heartforannie.wordpress.com/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

How do you make decisions for educating your children in the midst of a Pandemic? It depends on so many factors, there is no one-size-fits all answer. Hear how three moms, Tracy Lane, Gina Flood, and Shannon Simmons, who come from different backgrounds, and live in different parts of the country, came to different decisions for educating each of their children. Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Have the FamilyLife Today® podcast and resources helped you?  Consider becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Does God have instructions for grandparents? Mary Larmoyeux, Nancy Downing, Josh Mulvihill, and Anne Dierks share scriptural examples and practical tips for being godly, intentional grandparents. Show Notes and Resources Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Do you have a child with special needs? Do you know someone who does? Find encouragement in the stories of others on the same journey. Ginny Owens, Jennifer Shaw, Paul Miller, Sarah Parshall Perry, and Amy Julia Becker share stories of faith, joy, and hardship unique to parenting special children. Show Notes and Resources VIDEO: Jennifer Shaw's song "Your Child".  http://jennifershaw.com/videos Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Anthony Thompson and Mary DeMuth tell their devastating stories that require heroic--ongoing--forgiveness. Show Notes and Resources FamilyLife articles on forgiveness: https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/forgiveness/ Listen to the entire episode with Anthony Thompson on Unfavorable Odds™ with Kim Anthony.  https://www.familylife.com/podcast/unfavorable-odds/9-called-to-forgive/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=95. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Have the FamilyLife Today® podcast and resources helped you?  Consider becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

As a worship pastor, Justin Unger feels the call and the challenge to lead a congregation in worship. He shares how he went from talent show, to Christian boy band, to worship pastor, to today, ministering to pastors. Show Notes and Resources Likewise Worship for developing healthy and humble worship pastors. https://www.likewiseworship.com/ Find more from Justin Unger at http://www.justinunger.com/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Lindsey Carlson has suggestions for training kids and teens to grow their own faith in Jesus. Show Notes and Resources Find out more from Lindsey Carlson at https://lindseycarlson.net/. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Parents are making some difficult decisions regarding school this fall. As a teacher, Nan Deal offers suggestions for forming a cooperation between teachers and parents to make sure children are learning. Show Notes and Resources Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Have the FamilyLife Today® podcast and resources helped you?  Consider becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy

Dennis Rainey gives a message at a local prison, and some of the gentlemen in that prison catch a vision to be the spiritual leaders of their families even while being incarcerated. Also, hear from Pete Leonard, a coffee roaster, who wants to bestow dignity and worth to former prisoners. Show Notes and Resources Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/ Learn more about becoming a Legacy Partner, a monthly supporter of FamilyLife. https://www.familylife.com/legacy