Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other’s differences, navigating anger well, learning how to apologize, and being willing to serve your spouse. Dr. Gary Chapman shares stories about his own marriage and couples he’s counseled, offering Bible-based advice and encouragement about marriage. (Part 1 of 2)

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Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other&rsquo;s differences, navigating anger well, learning how to apologize, and being willing to serve your spouse. Dr. Gary Chapman shares stories about his own marriage and couples he&rsquo;s counseled, offering Bible-based advice and encouragement about marriage. (Part 1 of 2)
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Become a champion for your family in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee! Every episode of the Focus on the Family Christian podcast helps you confidently guide your loved ones through the unique challenges faced by today’s Christian families. With over 40 years of trusted, compassionate stories of redemption, hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller connect you to biblically sound marriage and parenting help that is relatable, practical, and interesting. Listen/Learn/Apply/ThriveInChrist!

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Finding New Ways to Thrive in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

Approximately one in five children struggles with some form of mental illness. Dr. Nicole Wilke helps parents to create a safe, supportive space for their kids where they can develop resilience and heal from trauma. Growing up with over 70 foster siblings in her lifetime, Nicole has extensive experience with vulnerable kids. Using biblical principles and scientific research, she’ll offer practical advice for overcoming adversity to thrive in life.

 

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Approximately one in five children struggles with some form of mental illness. Dr. Nicole Wilke helps parents to create a safe, supportive space for their kids where they can develop resilience and heal from trauma. Growing up with over 70 foster siblings in her lifetime, Nicole has extensive experience with vulnerable kids. Using biblical principles and scientific research, she&rsquo;ll offer practical advice for overcoming adversity to thrive in life.
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Helping Children Overcome Adversity and Trauma

Screens…they’re everywhere! In fact, you’re using one right now. Here’s an important question: are the screens that you’re using improving your connections with other people? Or are you becoming more isolated? What about the screens that your children use? Join us to hear Jonathan McKee’s perspective on how to trim down the screen usage that is distracting us from better things, like spending time with our family and the Lord.

 

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Screens&hellip;they&rsquo;re everywhere! In fact, you&rsquo;re using one right now. Here&rsquo;s an important question: are the screens that you&rsquo;re using improving your connections with other people? Or are you becoming more isolated? What about the screens that your children use?&nbsp;Join us to hear Jonathan McKee&rsquo;s perspective on how to trim down the screen usage that is distracting us from better things, like spending time with our family and the Lord.
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Screen Time: Less is More

As you know, words have impact. What you choose to say to someone, and not say, impacts your relationship with that person. So how can you improve all your relationships? By learning to choose your words wisely, carefully, and in a God-honoring way! Deborah Pegues shares the lessons she learned when she decided to take a "tongue fast" by not saying anything negative to anyone. You'll gain valuable insights, as well as help for avoiding lying, gossiping, and complaining.

 

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As you know, words have impact. What you choose to say to someone, and not say, impacts your relationship with that person. So how can you improve all your relationships? By learning to choose your words wisely, carefully, and in a God-honoring way! Deborah Pegues shares the lessons she learned when she decided to take a "tongue fast" by not saying anything negative to anyone. You'll gain valuable insights, as well as help for avoiding lying, gossiping, and complaining.
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