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23 OCT

Conveying God’s Love Through Discipline (Part 2 of 2)

In a discussion based on their book Discipline That Connects With a Child's Heart, Jim and Lynne Jackson offer parents biblically-based practical advice for disciplining their children with grace and love. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Discipline That Connects With a Child's Heart plus a free audio download of the program "Conveying God's Love Through Discipline" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

23 Oct

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26 min
17 OCT

Centering Your Heart on God in the Mornings

How do you like to start your day as a parent? John and Danny explain how they tried starting their days when their kids were little. Then, Heidi St. John talks with Jim Daly about what helped her start her days off well, and times she's faced disappointed expectations as a mom. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Mom, Do You Know How Amazing You Are? How to Be an Active, Gospel-Centered Mom Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

17 Oct

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11 min
29 OCT

Getting Your Kids Off of Screens

You go anywhere in public, and kids are on their screens. How can we teach our kids to be more disciplined? David Murrow talks with Jim Daly about growing up in a household where the tv was constantly on. Plus, John and Danny give a practical tip for parents to help your children not use screens so much. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Drowning in Screen Time for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Connecting As a Family In a Tech Absorbed World Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

29 Oct

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13 min
31 OCT

Your Brain Needs a Break!

When you're constantly on a screen, it's really bad for your brain. Danny talks with John about how he's dealt with the issue of screen-time among his own kids. Also, David Murrow and Jim Daly explain why your brain needs quiet moments and not to be on a screen full time. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Drowning in Screen Time for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Connecting As a Family In a Tech Absorbed World Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

31 Oct

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11 min
5 NOV

Physical Intimacy and the Need for Grace

When it comes to sex in marriage, it's important to show your spouse grace. Jim Daly talks to David Gudgel about he and his wife worked through a misunderstanding regarding physical intimacy. Also, John and the Smalley's address that many couples struggle with sex, and why prioritizing friendship helps with physical intimacy. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Enjoy Your Marriage More for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Listen Anytime Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Romance and Intimacy Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

5 Nov

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10 min
4 NOV

Kids: You Gotta Love 'Em!

The parenting years can be an intense season of life, but Kenn Kington has an unique coping strategy: Laugh! Kenn shares hilarious stories about the antics of his three children, plus some humorous moments involving his wife Heather. Above all else, Kenn encourages us to thank God for our families. Get free access to over two hours of family-friendly comedy from Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes, John Branyan, and Chonda Pierce. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

4 Nov

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27 min
1 NOV

Speaking Your Adopted Child’s Love Language

Adoption brings unique joys and challenges. Parents and children often experience emotional distress, trauma, and disappointment. You can’t compensate for what your children have lost. But through the lens of the Five Love Languages, adoptive mom and counselor Dr. Laurel Shaler wants to help you experience love and support for your family. She highlights specific ways that she loves her children – and how you can too! Receive a copy of Loving Adopted Children Well and an audio download of "Speaking Your Adopted Child's Love Language" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

1 Nov

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27 min
25 OCT

Discovering Your Spiritual Temperament (Part 2 of 2)

Gary Thomas has identified 9 “pathways” or spiritual temperaments in which we experience God best. Some people who feel most connected to God in nature, others love celebratory worship. And some experience God by caring for others. Gary emphasizes we can learn and grow spiritually from these different temperaments. Receive the book Sacred Pathways plus a free audio download of the program "Discovering Your Spiritual Temperament" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

25 Oct

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27 min
15 AUG

Shouldering Sorrow: Episode 863

Processing sadness, plus how our bodies glorify our Creator, and should you barter with God? Featured musical artist: Covenant Worship Roundtable: When Sorrow Runs Deep The loss of a loved one; betrayal by a trusted friend; local and international tragedies. We live in a broken world, and heartbreaking things happen. When grief and tragedy strike, how do you process the sadness? Is it possible to continue your work, your commitments, your routines as you seek to make sense of things? Our guests share how they’ve learned to find comfort from God in the midst of deep sorrow. Leave Us a Voicemail Link to Counseling Services Culture: How a Healthy Body and Mind Glorify God The human body is incredibly complex. Science keeps revealing new truths about how God has designed us, leading to insights in how we can best steward how we’re made. Stephen Ko is a medical doctor, public health specialist and pastor. He offers motivation and methods for taking care of our physical and mental health, and why doing so is connected to our spiritual well-being. Faith Embodied: Glorifying God with Our Physical and Spiritual Health Visit Stephen Ko’s Website Inbox: Can I Barter With God? Our listener really wants to be married, but he also wants his dad to get saved. Is it OK to offer up a chance at marriage as a barter to God so his dad can come to Christ? Counselor Jerry Jones weighs in. Link to Counseling Services Donate Now Find us on YouTube

15 Aug

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56 min
6 AUG

An Olympic Champion’s Journey to Real Life and Meaning (Part 2 of 2)

Scott Hamilton is an Olympic gold medal figure skater and former national television commentator. His compelling story begins with being adopted and overcoming physical illness as a child to compete in skating, followed by cancer and multiple brain tumors. Reaching the pinnacle of his sport couldn’t fill the hole in Scott’s heart. Not until he found his identity in Christ did he arrive at true peace and joy. He’ll share about his lifelong journey of overcoming as he inspires others with the Gospel. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Finish First and the audio download of the broadcast "An Olympic Champion’s Journey to Real Life and Meaning" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

6 Aug

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27 min

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