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Is Your Kid a Gamer? 5 Things Not to Do: Drew Dixon
November 17, 2023 10:15 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBNavigating the video game world as a parent can be confusing. Expert Drew Dixon starts with five clear ideas of classic parenting mistakes around gaming. Show Notes and Resources Learn more on how to navigate a heavy gaming relationship with Drew Dixon: lovethynerd.com What kind of games your kids are playing? Check the rating Get Drews book, Know Thy Gamer: A Parent's Guide to Video Games Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcast...
What Should I Know about My Kid’s Video Games? Drew Dixon
November 16, 2023 10:15 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBWhen it comes to your kid's video games, it can be hard to know what you should know. Expert Drew Dixon offers ways to navigate thoughtfully and wisely. Show Notes and Resources Learn more on how to navigate a heavy gaming relationship with Drew Dixon: lovethynerd.com What kind of games your kids are playing? Check the rating Get Drews book, Know Thy Gamer: A Parent's Guide to Video Games Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts...
Know Thy Gamer: A Parent’s Guide to Video Games: Drew Dixon
November 15, 2023 10:15 - 26 minutes - 37 MBShould you be ignoring or removing your kids video games? Expert Drew Dixon thinks they can actually be positive—when handled wisely. Show Notes and Resources Learn more on how to navigate a heavy gaming relationship with Drew Dixon: lovethynerd.com What kind of games your kids are playing? Check the rating Get Drews book, Know Thy Gamer: A Parent's Guide to Video Games Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more conte...
Is Your Christian Kid Ready for College? Jeff Myers
November 14, 2023 10:15 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBSending your Christian kid to college can flood you with emotion—and perhaps no small degree of fear. Author and Summit Ministries President Jeff Myers helps you navigate the challenges, combat anxiety, and advocating for truth that transforms the world in times of crisis. Show Notes and Resources Find out more about Jeff's ministry at summit.org Learn more about Summit Basecamp; Speak with clarity and wisdom on the important issues facing Christians today Purchase Jeff's book: Truth ...
When Kids Ask Hard Questions: Jeff Myers
November 13, 2023 10:15 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBWhen kids pose tough questions about a complex world—what's it look like to parent well? Author and Summit Ministries president Jeff Myers helps parents set the stage for authentic faith that goes the distance. Show Notes and Resources Find out more about Jeff's ministry at summit.org Learn more about Summit Basecamp; Speak with clarity and wisdom on the important issues facing Christians today Purchase Jeff's book: Truth Changes Everything Find resources from this podcast at shop.f...
I Want to Punch You in the Face (But I Love Jesus): Sherri Lynn
November 10, 2023 10:15 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBFeel like once a month, you become the worst version of yourself? Radio host Sherri Lynn gets it—and is ready to talk about it with holiness and humor. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sherri Lynn through her podcast "Brant and Sherri Oddcast" Find out more about Sherri dnd grab her book on her websiteiamsherrilynn.com Thinking of donating? With any donation this week, we're sending out a free copy of a book by Jeff Kemp, "Receive" Tune into more episodes by Sherri Lynn on Fami...
Christians Get PMS, Too: Sherri Lynn
November 09, 2023 10:15 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBWith humor, stories, and nuggets of physiological wisdom, radio host Sherri Lynn walks both men and women through the shame and taboo of PMS. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sherri Lynn through her podcast "Brant and Sherri Oddcast" Find out more about Sherri dnd grab her book on her websiteiamsherrilynn.com Thinking of donating? With any donation this week, we're sending out a free copy of a book by Jeff Kemp, "Receive" Tune into more episodes by Sherri Lynn on FamilyLife Tod...
4 Strategies for Authentic Manhood: Jeff Kemp
November 08, 2023 10:15 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBFormer NFL Seahawks quarterback Jeff Kemp offers four solid strategies toward a powerful, humble, and fearless biblical manhood that goes the distance. Build a brotherhood and grab a copy of Jeff Kemp's Level Five Friendship Playbook: MenHuddle.com Click here to opt-in to Art of Marriage text messages! ..And listen in on Jeff's Podcast, Every Man Ministries And grab his book, Receive: The Way of Jesus for Men —or receive it free with your donation. Tune into more episodes by J...
Receive: The Way of Jesus for Men: Jeff Kemp
November 07, 2023 10:15 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBEver feel the burn of trying to prove yourself as a guy? Former NFL Seahawks quarterback Jeff Kemp shows what it means to receive your identity as God's son and drink in Jesus' perfect example of being a man. Build a brotherhood and grab a copy of Jeff Kemp's Level Five Friendship Playbook: MenHuddle.com ..And listen in on Jeff's Podcast, Every Man Ministries And grab his book, Receive: The Way of Jesus for Men —or receive it free with your donation. Tune into more episodes by Je...
What Makes a Man? Jeff Kemp
November 06, 2023 10:15 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBFrom six-pack abs to sexual conquest to a big bank account or even spiritual performance, you might get the idea real manhood is earned. But former NFL Seahawks quarterback NFL Jeff Kemp knows that can leave a guy burned out, isolated, and confused. He tells his own story of moving out of insecurity and into confidence in what really makes a man—without competing or pretending. Build a brotherhood and grab a copy of Jeff Kemp's Level Five Friendship Playbook: MenHuddle.com ..And listen...
Throwing a Chair at My Anxiety: Brian Barnett
November 03, 2023 09:15 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBA miasma of life-upending health issues depended on Brian Barnett—and left a mark. Here's how he's surmounting and healing the anxiety following legit trauma. [For] people who are dealing with chronic pain, oftentimes their brain goes into this state of extreme caution, and now, even though you're in a safe situation, your brain is still functioning in that way. -- Brian Barnett Show Notes and Resources Restore your marriage and find a event near you: Weekendtoremember.com Check out ...
How to Be “All There” in Your Marriage: Jonathan Pokluda
November 02, 2023 09:15 - 26 minutes - 37 MBEver find that even when you're home, it's hard to be “all there” in your marriage? Jonathan Pokluda, author of Why Do I Do What I Don't Want to Do: Replace Deadly Vices with Life-Giving Virtues has ideas on chucking the habits stealing your full attention from your relationship. I think so often, we get stuck in this defense mode of trying not to sin, trying not to give into that; or even worse, hiding it rather than pursuing the virtuous life that God has for us and that He’s calling us t...
How to Wreck a Marriage: Jonathan Pokluda
November 01, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBIf you knew there was someone actively seeking to wreck your marriage, what would you do? Author Jonathan Pokluda insists that enemy exists—and that knowing his strategies is critical to winning the war. He reveals ways to combat the vulnerabilities of your marriage for a deeper, more fulfilling relationship that truly wins. I think so often, we get stuck in this defense mode of trying not to sin, trying not to give into that; or even worse, hiding it rather than pursuing the virtuous life ...
Powerful Vices–and Your Way Out: Jonathan Pokluda
October 31, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBThe vise-grip of lust or critical thoughts can feel insurmountable. But from personal battles, author Jonathan Pokluda has come to a tangible escape hatch. If you're wondering how to break a bad habit at last, don't miss this thoughtful wisdom. Every human being that has ever lived, with one exception, has done lots of things they didn’t want to do. You see it in parenting so clearly—you know, the struggle is real—it’s like, “Man, why do that?” -- Jonathan Pokluda Show Notes and Resources ...
Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want to Do? Jonathan Pokluda
October 30, 2023 09:15 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MBStuck in habits and vices you hate? Speaker and bestselling author J.P. Pokluda knows there's a better, more fulfilling way to live, and it doesn't involve looking inside yourself for the answers--because that's not where you'll find them. With his signature wit and wisdom, he explains, unpacks, and expands on the age-old virtues Scripture tells us to pursue. Far from being restrictive, these God-given goals for living free you to love and live as you wish you would. The enemy comes along a...
5 Ways to Stop Sabotaging Your Marriage: Ted Lowe
October 27, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBAre there ways you're shooting your own marriage in the foot? Author Ted Lowe knows 5 bad habits that could stealthily undercut all the closeness you crave--and 5 ways to stop them. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Ted Lowe on his website, tedlowe.com and learn more about his company marriedpeople.org Get Ted's book, Us in Mind in our shop Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the...
How to Be Single and Content: Sherri Lynn
October 26, 2023 09:15 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBSherri Lynn, cohost of the Brant Hansen show, believes marriage isn't the only solution to loneliness. She gets real about the road to happy singleness—and offers wise ways to be single and content. I learned that “I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me,” and that that scripture—we use it a lot of times [saying], “I can get that job. I can get that car. I can get that degree. I can—” Then, “Sure! We can.” However, I can be content in all things. So, if God doesn't have that ...
Radical Kindness for Your Community: Stephen Viars
October 25, 2023 09:15 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBWhat if your church—and your life—were known for their radical kindness? Pastor and author Stephen Viars chats about his church's radical, community-altering approach to outreach. You know, one of the things I love about community ministry is that it's often not, “I have to build something new.” It's more about using what I already have to meet a need. I've been in Lafayette at Faith Church for 36 years, and the gentleman that hired me was named Bill Goode, my predecessor. When I went to Fa...
Irresistible Outreach: Stephen Viars
October 24, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBIs your church's outreach irresistible? Pastor and author Stephen Viars thinks it can be! Find ideas to dive wholeheartedly and thoughtfully into the needs and heartbeat of your community. It's a church movement. It's a church that really wants to love our community. We do a lot of strategic ministry planning at our church. One of the things that we often say is, “Often, the best ministry idea resides in the heart of the shyest person in the room. -- Stephen Viars Show Notes and Resources ...
Loving Your Community: Stephen Viars
October 23, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 39.8 MBWhen it comes to loving their communities, churches can get a bad rap for saying no until they have to say yes. But three decades as a pastor have made author Stephen Viars reconsider: Their church longs to move into indispensable roles that wrap arms around the entire community. Grab ideas to live in can't-miss ways in your own zipcode. It's, “Go love your neighbor where they are right now. Go find a need and then just see how you can meet that need together, wherever they are.” Then, ofte...
The Unexpected Jesus You Need: Eric and Erikah Rivera
October 20, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBAuthors and speakers Eric and Erikah Rivera have wandered roads complicated, bleak, and uncertain. But in the worst of times, they've encountered an unexpected Jesus. Tap into a hope that just might surprise you. We can have great failures that are followed by tons of shame and regret. We're just so disappointed with ourselves. Peter was there. We can say, “God is done with us now.” Do you know God didn't tell us that? We can make that conclusion for God because we just are so ashamed of wh...
Unexpected Jesus: Eric and Erikah Rivera
October 19, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 41 MBAuthors and speakers Eric and Erikah Rivera have wandered roads complicated, bleak, and uncertain. But in the worst of times, they've encountered an unexpected Jesus. Tap into a hope that just might surprise you. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Eric Rivera on instagram:@drericrivera Watch the Rivera's on the Awesome Marriage Podcast When God Meets Us Where We Are Get Erik's book, Unexpected Jesus: How the Resurrected Christ Finds Us, Meets Us, Heals Us Find resources from this...
Pray Big: Paul Miller
October 18, 2023 09:15 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBHope in a discouraging world: It's hard to come by. But bestselling author Paul Miller knows one habit –prayer—can catapult life beyond imagination. Don't settle for a powerless faith. Find out how to pray big. It's one thing to learn to be dependent individually, but when you begin to learn to pray together and think of the family; when a family can begin to pray together, or the parts of the family—when I can close a conversation off with one of my kids, “Hey, can we just pray together ab...
The Power of Praying Together: Paul Miller
October 17, 2023 09:15 - 26 minutes - 36 MBCould you create a culture of prayer in your family—with an impact on generations? Bestselling author Paul Miller gets passionate about the power of praying together. Get inspired to reconnect with a God bigger than our expectations. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Paul Miller at seejesus.net or on Instagram @seeingjesus Get Paul's book, A Praying Church Take a prayer course by Paul Miller Check out more episodes from Paul Miller Find resources from this podcast at shop.fami...
The Couple that Prays: Paul Miller
October 16, 2023 09:15 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBIt can feel tough…or weird…to pray together as a couple. But have you ever wondered what you might be missing out on if you don't? Bestselling author Paul Miller digs into the why and how of creating space to look to God together. It is wicked hard to begin to pray with your wife. I mean, this is true with most people. It's hard for men, especially. You really have to do “believe all things, bears all things, endures all things.” That's the secret— Paul Miller Show Notes and Resources C...
God and Your Sex Life: Dr. Juli and Mike Slattery
October 13, 2023 09:15 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBCould knowing God's whole picture for intimacy rev up your sex life? Dr. Juli and Mike Slattery explore how understanding God's character in married sex transforms your bedroom. Faithfulness is this idea of character and trust. It's not just sexual fidelity, but it's trusting each other's character that, “Hey, I'm not going anywhere. We're in this together, even if I'm having a bad day, or we're going through a season of marriage where we're not communicating, we're not giving up." It's tha...
God, Sex, and Your Marriage: Dr. Juli and Mike Slattery
October 12, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBWhat if God gave us married sex as a picture of Himself? And how could your understanding of this picture revolutionize your sex life? Dr. Juli Slattery and her husband Mike explore mind-boggling truths of how, in an over-sexualized world, God's ideas about sex are far more than we imagined. Covenant is a unique relationship that’s based on a promise. It’s not based on how you feel. It’s not based on if you’re attracted to someone. It’s not based on if you’re meeting each other’s needs. Tha...
Toxic Masculinity–and the Power of a Great Dad: Nancy Pearcey
October 11, 2023 09:15 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBToxic masculinity is just as destructive as we think it is—to society and men alike. But author and professor Nancy Pearcey's data shows more of the whole story: of the power of a great dad and a good man to change their corner of the world. As a little girl, I looked up to my dad so much. I was the youngest of four, but I can remember being scared of the dark, and I ran into my parents' bedroom. I would snuggle in between my mom and dad, and I remember my dad would put his arm around me an...
Masculinity, Christianity–and the (Surprising) Truth: Nancy Pearcey
October 10, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBAuthor and professor Nancy Pearcey explores sociological data to uncover why it's open season on masculinity—and the surprising role of Christian men. It turns out the very concept that masculinity is toxic has much deeper roots than most of us realize. Most of us probably think about the ‘60s or something, with the feminist movement, second wave. No, no, no; you have to go all the way back to the Industrial Revolution. -- Nancy Pearcey Show Notes and Resources Connect with Nancy Pearcey...
The Toxic War on Masculinity: Nancy Pearcey
October 09, 2023 09:15 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBAuthor and professor Nancy Pearcey knows her personal, searing path toward war on men. But on a broader level, she began to ask, how did the idea arise that masculinity is dangerous? She uncovers why the script for masculinity turned toxic—and how Christianity reconciles the war between the sexes, renovating manhood for good. There's a sociologist who did a study, where he would ask young men, “What does it mean to be a good man?” They had no trouble answering that: “Integrity, honesty, sac...
How to Be a Good Grandparent: Mark Gregston & Larry Fowler
October 06, 2023 09:15 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBWondering how to be a good grandparent—and rev up your impact? Authors Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler help you toss the stereotypes in favor of five ways your influence can go the distance. Show Notes and Resources Check out Mark Gregson at parentingtodaysteens.org Learn more about the Legacy Coalition Grandparenting Summit at legacycoalition.com/summit/ Purchase Mark's book on FamilyLife's shop: Grandparenting Teens: Leaving a Legacy of Hope More from Larry Fowler on FamilyLife...
Searching for Peace in the Questions Jesus Asked: Amberly Neese
October 05, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBFear. Worry. Pain: They can feel all-consuming. Author and speaker Amberley Neese believes that in the questions Jesus asks in the Gospels, there are answers big enough for all three. The God of heaven and earth cares about what you care about. The God who made heavens and earth, the God who made the stars; that same God cares about all those things. I think worry happens, worry creeps in, when we take our eyes off of Jesus. I know that’s like the Sunday School answer, but guess what? It’s ...
Untangling Your Faith–with the Questions Jesus Asked: Amberly Neese
October 04, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBWhat if your doubts made your faith stronger? Author, speaker, and humorist Amberly Neese explores the questions Jesus asked as a way to reclaim your trust all over again. What I think is interesting about that is—we teach kids to be like Jesus in so many ways: “This is how you deal with people,” and “This is how you handle this,” and “This is how you do whatever,”—but we rarely give them permission to ask questions and to embrace the power of what those can be. Questions can be holy beginn...
Autism and Family Relationships: Brant Hansen
October 03, 2023 09:15 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBLove someone with autism? Autistic radio host Brant Hansen offers real-life pointers for parents and spouses of those on the spectrum. But when you're socially trying to figure out the lay of the land, and it makes no sense to you, it can be really difficult, and I just want to say, “better days are ahead.” I promise you, it gets better; and it gets better not when you're 40, but a lot before that. It gets gradually better and better. -- Brant Hansen Show Notes and Resources Connect wit...
Living with Autism: Brant Hansen
October 02, 2023 09:15 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBAn autism diagnosis in his 30s rocked the world of radio host Brant Hansen. Brant gets real about the social and faith-related challenges of life on the spectrum—as well as practical ways to embrace anyone living with autism. There wasn't a name for it. My mom just knew I was different. Actually, when I got diagnosed as an adult, it was explanatory to her, and she said, “Oh, that explains this. That explains that. That explains a lot of good things, like why you would compile information li...
God, Sex, & Your Marriage: Dr. Juli Slattery
September 29, 2023 09:15 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBDr. Juli Slattery challenges your assumptions about married sex—and reframes it as a stunning metaphor of God's covenant love. Where does our identity come from? Does it come from looking inward, or does it come from looking upward, and knowing God, and knowing who He says that I am? If you are not a believer in God, it makes perfect sense that you have to look inward or you have to ask people's advice to figure out who you are. But if we are believers in God and we trust the Scripture, the...
Your Wedding Dress: Modest or Sexy? Sean Perron & Spencer Harmon
September 28, 2023 09:15 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBWhen it comes to wedding planning and “The Dress,” what’s making it pop? (And is there a chance we’re getting things wrong?) Sean Perron and Spencer Harmon offer biblical, practical wisdom for a beautiful now and a forever future. Men, regardless of how women are dressed, are called to cultivate purity in their hearts and in their minds. That is their responsibility before God to honor Him in the way that they’re thinking regardless of how people are dressed around them. That’s always their...
Dating or Engaged–with Purpose: Sean Perron & Spencer Harmon
September 27, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBWant to do relationships differently? Authors Sean Perron and Spencer Harmon point you in the right direction for dating, engagement, or marriage with purpose and depth. I did not realize how absent-minded I was until I got married, when there was another person counting on me. [Laughter] I remember one time I thought, “I'm going to help make the spaghetti.” This is in the first three months of marriage. I'm in there stirring the spaghetti, thinking “Look at me. I'm such a great husband!” T...
Dating Done Right: Sean Perron & Spencer Harmon
September 26, 2023 09:15 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBYou're dating—but man, do things get sticky. Authors Sean Perron and Spencer Harmon help you approach marriage on purpose, and done right. One of the things you have to think about with purity is, why are you doing it? Why? And if the motive is, “I am doing this so that my honeymoon will be amazing,” you will be disappointed. Because your category of amazing is probably not calibrated according to God's Word. -- Spencer Harmon Show Notes and Resources Check out more from Sean Perron and...
On Duck Dynasty and Building a Stronger Family: Willie and Korie Robertson
September 25, 2023 09:15 - 34 minutes - 48 MB"Duck Dynasty" stars Willie and Korie Robertson laugh at duck call tales, dive into their movie "The Blind," and explore faith, forgiveness, and family. Don't miss their ideas on actively building a culture-changing family legacy. I think a lot of times you look at the story, and you focus on Phil's repentance because Phil's change was significant. But also, Kay's forgiveness was so significant; and both of those things had to happen for this family to stick together. If Phil had not repent...
Grandparenting Teens? Don’t Let Go: Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler
September 22, 2023 09:15 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBYou hope to be grandparenting teens for an impact that lasts. But does it look like what you'd think? Authors Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler weigh in on pursuing your grandkids in tough years—in ways that work. I don't share my opinion unless I'm asked. I think that's the role that, as Larry said, a lot of grandparents get in. It's like, “I've just got to share my opinion.” They don't want your opinion. What they want is perspective. They want to know, “How do you see this and see it differ...
I’m a Grandparent of Teens. Now What? Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler
September 21, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBGrandparenting teenagers? Then you likely know the stakes are high—and you can't afford to phone this one in. Authors Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler help you engage in ways that matter and make an impact that keeps echoing. One thing is you have to stop parenting. You have to realize your role as a grandparent is different. You're not the parent. You're still the parent of your adult kids, but you don't parent anymore unless you're invited. -- Larry Fowler Show Notes and Resources Check ...
Strong Stepfathers, Strong Stepfamilies: Ron Deal and Gil Stuart
September 20, 2023 09:15 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBBeing a stepfather can feel like bathing cats with your hair on fire—but your thoughtful navigation of the dynamics in your home can make a difference that lasts for decades. Author Gil Stuart offers tips on stepfathering thoughtfully, and shaping the kind of family you all long for. We are the one with the influence. Are we going to use it for good or for evil? I mean, when you think about what the Scripture says: “The power of the tongue is for life or for death.” So, what are we saying? ...
Stepdad, a.k.a. Unsung Hero: Ron Deal and Gil Stuart
September 19, 2023 09:15 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBStepdad: It can be a role full of landmines--and at the same time, a role vital and unsung. Author Gil Stuart offers ideas to do it wholeheartedly and all-in within the complexities of your blended family. Reverse betrayal is the aspect that I have a loyalty to my own children, who I don't get to see as much because of the parenting plan, and in that time, I'm actually connecting with my stepchildren. I'm actually starting to like them, and they're starting to bond with me. In so doing, I a...
How do I Teach My Kids God’s Ideas on Marriage? Sam Allberry
September 18, 2023 09:15 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBIf you're starting to talk to your kids about God's design for marriage when they're preteens or teens—you might be too late. Author and pastor Sam Allberry knows parents need key discussions with kids about the ways God's ideas for marriage get it right—and he's authored a children's book to generate the conversations you need. If marriage points to Christ and the church, then maybe anniversaries are more significant than weddings. Because anyone can make a promise, but not everyone keeps ...
Porn Addiction, and How Our Marriage Survived: Bob and Dannah Gresh
September 15, 2023 09:15 - 17 minutes - 29.1 MBIn the wake of porn addiction, where you do turn? How do you rebuild trust after such intimate, searing betrayal? Authors Bob and Dannah Gresh share the pervasive realities of their own heartache—and their own rocky path toward healing. Scripture warns us not to trust in other people. We're only supposed to trust in the Name of the Lord our God. That's who we trust. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him.” What this ...
Addiction–and Our Marriage’s Happily Even After: Bob and Dannah Gresh
September 14, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBBob and Dannah Gresh's marriage has traveled dark roads of addiction. But they decided to participate in God's redemption story. Together, they discovered something better than romance: a love that endures, and happily even after. It’s so much easier to pretend everything is okay and to just keep going through the motions. That’s not okay. What that is, is us avoiding pain. Pain is not a problem. It is a gift from God. When you feel the pain, that’s God’s friendly messenger saying, “There’s...
Made to Last, The Parenting Edition: Bryan & Stephanie Carter
September 13, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBWant quality, long-lasting relationships with your kids? Bryan Carter, author of Made to Last, and his wife Stephanie share doable ideas for feeding spiritual growth and unshakable family ties. “How do we raise our daughter? How do we raise our children well? How are they gifted? How are they wired?” So part of us discovering this strong-willed nature was figuring out how valuable it is, how the leadership gifts were there, how this would turn out later in life. So we had to figure out, “Ho...
When Finding Success Feels Empty: Bryan & Stephanie Carter
September 12, 2023 09:15 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBYou've found the success you were shooting for. Why does it feel so…disappointing? Bryan Carter, author of Made to Last, is joined by his wife Stephanie as they share their own story of success, emptiness, and seeking true significance. Now, every year, we set goals for our family. Where do we want our family—our marriage and family—to go for the year? So, we set goals as a couple; as parents; financially; the house, kind of what we’re trying to do around the house; spiritually. So, we’re l...
A Relationship that Lasts: Our Story: Bryan & Stephanie Carter
September 11, 2023 09:15 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBLong-lasting relationships don't happen by accident. Bryan Carter, author of Made to Last, is joined by his wife Stephanie as they share their own story—and how it's helped them build a stronger forever. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Bryan and Stephanie Carter and find their book at http://www.bryancarter.org/ or on Instagram at @mrbryanlcarter and @mrsstephcarter Revitalize your marriage: 50% off Weekend to Remember Getaways, Sep 4-18! Strengthen bonds, create lasting memorie...