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People have a lot to say about women in the Bible. But what's true? For one, their narratives, like all of Scripture, point to Jesus. In her book, The Seed of the Woman, Nana Dolce highlights thirty women, from Eve to Mary, and how God uses their stories to point to Jesus. point to Jesus. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to get the devotional series by Nana Dolce called Where is God When Life Does...

There's no manual for adoptive parenting. There's no step-by-step plan to prevent adoption trauma and guarantee beautiful, healthy attachments with no hiccups. Join Dave and Ann Wilson in part 2 of their conversation with Drs. Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler about the complexities of adoption and the importance of communicating love in their unique way.   Show Notes and Resources Learn more from Dr...

Adoption is beautiful—and comes with unique challenges. How do you love your adopted child(ren) well admist hardships? Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson welcome Drs. Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler to discuss how to apply the '5 love languages' to adoptive families. Show Notes and Resources Learn more from Dr. Gary Chapman at 5lovelanguages.com , or on Instagram , Facebook , X , or YouTube . You can also c...

Harder, faster, better, stronger.' Are you constantly striving to be better? Perfect? David and Meg Robbins share their growth from perfectionism to grace.   Show Notes and Resources Want to hear more episodes with David and Meg? Listen here ! Don't miss out on the " Weekend to Remember " events happening nationwide!  This week, for a donation of any size, we'll send you " Peace over Perfection: E...

Is perfectionism impacting your marriage? Your parenting? Listen to part 2 of Faith Chang's conversation with Dave and Ann Wilson on perfectionism's impact on your family — and practical ways to find grace and peace in imperfection.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Faith Chang and catch more of her thoughts at keepingheart.com . Find her on social media on Insta , X , and Facebook . And gra...

Struggling with perfectionism and anxiety in your relationship with God? The peace God offers can feel elusive. Join Faith Chang and hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for a discussion on how to recognize perfectionism, its spiritual impact, and how to move towards God's peace and freedom.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Faith Chang and catch more of her thoughts at keepingheart.com . Find her on s...

How does childhood trauma echo in our adult lives? When an adult's parents got divorced, it can still impact them decades later— from their relationship with stepparents, to blended family dynamics, and ongoing healing. Jim Ramos, founder of the men's ministry "Men in the Arena," describes his challenging upbringing. Listen in for hope in navigating the complexities of family life and pursuing per...

Jesus invites those with intellectual disability to meet Him in His Word. But churches aren't always as equipped to lay out a feast for them, as they are for those without obvious disabilities. Paul and Jill Miller's journey with their daughter, Kim, led to creating interactive Bible studies for individuals with disabilities. Join hosts Dave and Ann Wilson as they hear about the impact disability...

What do difficult days, disability, and donkeys have in common? They're all pathways to finding Jesus, according to Jill and Paul Miller. They joined Dave and Ann Wilson on this episode of FamilyLife Today to discuss the ups and downs of their journey -- including the joy and hardship of parenting a child with disabilities and the wonder of living on a farm, which inspired Jill's devotional. Show...

So you want to lead? Dr. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages series, believes leadership within the family must be servant leadership. How does that play out in marriage and parenting? Building upon the traits discussed in part one of this series [link to episode one], join FamilyLife Today hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for another insightful discussion with author Gary Chapman....

You're hungry for a strong, healthy family. What if there were a tried and true recipe—with 5-key ingredients—to get you there? In this conversation Dr. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages® series, shares the insights and obervations he's gleaned—both from his own four-decade marriage and from years of working with families. Join hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for part one of this...

Do you ever ask yourself, "What's my purpose in life?" Are you actually fulfilling your role in life? Barbara Rainey questioned who she was after leaving leadership roles at work and in a church. She shares how she was able to cope with disappointment and actually find hope.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Barbara Rainey on her website at everthinehome.com and catch more of her thoughts on...

Ever found yourself praying earnestly, pleading with God for healing, or even questioning why a relationship hasn't been restored? Barbara Rainey faced a health scare that caused her to question her connection with God. She opens up about her disappointment with God and her journey toward healing and reconciliation.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Barbara Rainey on her website at everthine...

Relating to a bitter person can feel exhausting, even defeating. How can you love them without losing your happiness...or sanity? Author Stephen Viars weighs in.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and the importance of respect and communication in...

What's it look like to combat bitterness when you're immersed in pain? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and the importance of respect...

What's it look like to combat bitterness when you're immersed in pain? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and the importance of respect...

Could there be one thing in your life blinding you from living in freedom? After unearthing that 'one thing,' Brant Hansen goes further to talk about elusive forgiveness and letting go of intractable anger. What's that 'one thing' you could be missing to make your life better?   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of his thoughts at branthansen.com and on Instagram @b...

Feel like your spouse is always criticizing you? Easily offended by constructive criticism from friends? Brant Hansen shares his experience, exposing the myth of "righteous anger" and showing how one change can make life better.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of his thoughts at branthansen.com and on Instagram @branthanse And grab Brant's book, " Unoffendable:...

Picture this: lounging on a boat with endless food and drinks, just you and your spouse. Sounds dreamy, right? Bryan and Stephanie give you a sneak peak on what to expect from the 2025 Love Like You Mean It cruise. They also chat about marriage tips, like why respect and open communication is key for a strong relationship.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Bryan Carter and catch more of his...

Picture this: lounging on a boat with endless food and drinks, just you and your spouse. Sounds dreamy, right? Bryan and Stephanie give you a sneak peak on what to expect from the 2025 Love Like You Mean It cruise. They also chat about marriage tips, like why respect and open communication is key for a strong relationship.   Show Notes and Resources Connect with Bryan Carter and catch more of his...

Is your schedule a never-ending stream of lists and calendar invites? Finding time to reconnect with spouse can feel like a challenge. David and Meg Robbins share their takeaways from the Love Like You Mean It cruise.   Show Notes and Resources Hear more episodes by David and Meg Robbins Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and the importance of respect and communication in relationships....

What's masculinity look like--without the "toxic?" It could look like men feeling the need to keep quiet or going with the flow. David and Meg Robbins are here to answer questions about toxic masculinity vs. healthy masculinity. Show Notes and Resources Hear more episodes by David and Meg Robbins Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com . See resources from our past podcasts. Find m...

Rapper Kevin “KB” Burgess and Ameen Hudson examine the critical causes and effects of the crisis of masculinity--and the kind of manhood that changes the world. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kevin “KB” Burgess & Ameen Hudson and catch more of their thoughts at whoiskb.com , and on Facebook , Instagram , Spotify , Apple Music , Twitter or Youtube @kb_hga. And grab KB’s book, " Dangerous...

Rapper Kevin “KB” Burgess and influencer Ameen Hudson know the realities of racial injustice, crime, and violence from the South side of the streets. And they aren't bashful about how Christianity is flagrantly misrepresented--yet relentlessly has the chops for all life can pitch at it. Get ready for an introduction to the true Southside Rabbi. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kevin “KB” Burg...

Could your behavior be affecting your children's emotions? Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore how parental strategies might contribute to child anxiety. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sissy Goff & David Thomas and catch more of their thoughts at raisingboysandgirls.com or listen to their podcast . Follow them on Facebook and Instagram @raisingboysandgirls And grab Sissy’s book, "T he W...