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Why Intentional, Quality Time Matters

Carlos Santiago· 6 min read

From "I do," there will be forces trying to pull you and your spouse apart. Fight the drift by focusing on intentional, quality time.

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Matt Smethurst: Why You Might Not Share Jesu...

September 30, 2022
with Matt Smethurst

Ever shared your faith? Hard to do it if you're not ready. Author Matt Smethurst primes you for the moment someone’s open toward your hope.

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A Christian Podcast for the Next Gen: Real L...

Chloe Whiteford· 5 min read

In FamilyLife’s newest Christian podcast, Shelby Abbott discusses music, Scripture, and raising the bar for his young-adult listeners.

30 Distinguishing Marks of a Godly Home

Trent Griffith· 6 min read

A godly home isn’t a perfect place but a place where others sense the influence of Christ. Here are 30 traits that help define it.

What Is a Godly Home?

Trent Griffith· 7 min read

Godly homes are where imperfect families rely on God’s grace to be faithful reflections of Him in the way they relate to others.

Being a New Dad: Balancing Marriage and Fath...

Ashford Sonii· 5 min read

When my wife was pregnant, I was excited about being a new dad. But balancing fatherhood and marriage was a challenge I needed help with.

My Wife Is Pregnant … Now What?

Ashford Sonii· 7 min read

After finding out your wife is pregnant, it’s normal to ask, “Am I ready to be a dad?” And where do you find guidance for what’s ahead?

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93: Ministering to Blended Families

August 29, 2022
with Dave and Ann Wilson

Is God calling you to minister to blended families, but you feel inadequate? Ron Deal explains how to earn an online ministry certificate as you glean from blended family experts with 7 hours of engaging video content, handouts, and bonus resources.

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92: The Fields Are White for Harvest: Teachi...

August 15, 2022
with Bryan Carter, Dave Wilson, Rob Bugh

Non-traditional families are now considered traditional. As churches, how do we meet changing needs & serve them well? Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with three senior pastors on why and how to love all families, despite the narrative of their past.

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The Unwanted Stowaway: 3 Reminders for Famil...

Nikki Hurt· 6 min read

I love family vacations. But when seven of us are in the minivan, sinful natures threaten family fun. Relate? Here are three reminders.

After an Abortion: 5 Ways To Help a Friend W...

Andrea· 6 min read

The emotional and spiritual pain after an abortion is overwhelming. Here are five ways to help a friend process.

A Gift for Dad: 4 Ideas to Encourage

Andy Allan· 7 min read

Still looking for a gift for dad? Try something that offers appreciation, forgiveness, and grace. Trust me, he’ll love it.

Am I in an Abusive Relationship? Helping Wom...

Charlene D. Quint, JD, CDVP· 13 min read

Abuse is a far-ranging collection of behaviors designed to maintain power and control. But how do you know if you’re in an abusive relationship?

What You Should Know Before Leaving an Abusi...

Charlene D. Quint, JD, CDVP· 10 min read

Leaving an abusive relationship is not a decision any woman should take lightly. If you're making this life-altering decision, take the following into consideration.

Recovering from Domestic Abuse: Becoming the...

Charlene D. Quint, JD, CDVP· 12 min read

If you are a woman recovering from domestic abuse, how do you heal and reclaim your life to become the person God designed you to be?

How To Make a Soul-Care Staycation a Reality...

Janel Breitenstein· 6 min read

Time and space for soul care feels impossible for parents. But what if you could have your break-cake and eat it too?

Being in an ‘Opposites Attract’ Marriage...

Jenn Grandlienard· 4 min read

Our marriage proves “opposites attract” to be true, but it doesn’t come easy. Thankfully, we've learned we also complement each other well.

Letting Go of Resentment Toward a Parent

Megan Downing· 6 min read

When you’ve been hurt by a parent, forgiveness can be hard hard, but letting go of resentment is possible. Here are three things to remember.

Emotional Intimacy: Grasping the Full Spectr...

Andy Allan· 5 min read

Most of us dream of deeper emotional intimacy with our spouse but have no idea how to achieve it. Instead, we tend numb or fix what we feel.

Should We Stay Together for the Kids?

Janel Breitenstein· 9 min read

When a couple's gotten to the point of asking “Should We Stay Together for the Kids?”—it’s hard to know where to go...especially when you're wondering if it's an abusive situation. Help them begin with questions like these.

Before the Engagement Announcement

Carlos Santiago· 7 min read

We can’t control who our kids marry, but there are things we can do to steer them in a godly direction before the engagement announcement.

5 Prayers for Couples When You Don’t K...

Laura Way· 6 min read

Want to pray more with your spouse, but don’t know where to start? Try these five simple prayers for couples.

Help! Different Values Are Blowing Up My Fam...

Janel Breitenstein· 8 min read

Different values aren’t just “out there,” they’re in your living room. Amidst all your loss and hurt, can family conflict grow you stronger?

4 Ways To Connect With a Child Different Fro...

Janel Breitenstein· 7 min read

It can be tough to connect with a child who’s different from you in their interests, passions, even their core. How can you close the gap?

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Lust Is a Woman’s Topic, Too

Laura Way· 5 min read

If lust, porn, and fantasies are men’s issues, women who struggle in these areas may wonder, "What in the world is wrong with us?"

Tips for Talking to Kids about Ukraine

4 Tips for Talking to Kids About Ukraine (an...

Lisa Lakey· 6 min read

I want to be open in talking to my kids about Ukraine, but how do I explain something to my kids that I can’t wrap my own head around?

Why Your Marriage Needs Sex

Janel Breitenstein· 8 min read

In thin, exhausted places, it’s oh-so-easy for sex to freefall down the priority list. But could our marriages need sex more than we think?

We Need to Talk: Tips for External Processor...

Andy Allan· 5 min read

Conversations with external processors can feel like a firehose to the face. A few tips on how to converse well.

Is Porn Bad? Effects of Porn on Your Marriag...

Carlos Santiago· 6 min read

It’s easy to think the effects of porn are minimal. But is porn bad? Here are six ways porn hurts your marriage.

More Than Sex: How to Spice Things up in the...

Carlos Santiago· 6 min read

When sex becomes infrequent, it’s natural to search for ways to spice things up in the bedroom. Yet three areas are often overlooked.

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