Teen girls and young adult women need a healthy, positive outlook about life, love and their faith. Jessie Minassian offers “big sis” encouragement and insights about practical and godly ways these girls can grow and thrive as the women God made them to be. AND – Jessie’s advice also works for Christians of all ages!

 

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Teen girls and young adult women need a healthy, positive outlook about life, love and their faith.&nbsp;Jessie Minassian offers &ldquo;big sis&rdquo; encouragement and insights about practical and godly ways these girls can grow and thrive as the women God made them to be.&nbsp;AND &ndash; Jessie&rsquo;s advice also works for Christians of all ages!
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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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Giving Teen Girls (and Yourself) a Brighter Future (Part 2 of 2)

Melanie Shankle shares how childhood trauma and a “mean girl” mom affected her life, marriage, and motherhood, bringing a message of hope and healing in Jesus Christ.

 

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Melanie Shankle shares how childhood trauma and a &ldquo;mean girl&rdquo; mom affected her life, marriage, and motherhood, bringing a message of hope and healing in Jesus Christ.
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Healing as a Parent from Childhood Trauma (Part 1 of 2)

Outdoor adventurer, Bear Grylls, shares his faith journey, overcoming challenges, and about the most exciting and difficult project of his life - writing about The Greatest Story Ever Told - the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

 

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Outdoor adventurer, Bear Grylls, shares his faith journey, overcoming challenges, and about the most exciting and difficult project of his life - writing about The Greatest Story Ever Told - the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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A Fresh Look at Faith and the Gospel with Bear Grylls

 In this winsome presentation, Dr. Ken Wilgus uses stories from Genesis to convey a fundamental truth: most men want to feel adequate, and most women seek connection. He explains how this difference tends to block clear communication, and offers advice to improve how we express ourselves to our spouse. He points out that marriage can take some work, but that it is the most important relationship aside from our relationship with the Lord. 

 

Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Dr. Ken Wilgus, Shaunti Feldhahn, Dr. Greg Smalley, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, Patricia Ashley, and Jay Payleitner!

 

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&nbsp;In this winsome presentation, Dr. Ken Wilgus uses stories from Genesis to convey a fundamental truth: most men want to feel adequate, and most women seek connection. He explains how this difference tends to block clear communication, and offers advice to improve how we express ourselves to our spouse. He points out that marriage can take some work, but that it is the most important relationship aside from our relationship with the Lord.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/nurturing-the-heart-of-your-spouse-collection/?refcd=2438009">Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Dr. Ken Wilgus, Shaunti Feldhahn, Dr. Greg Smalley, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, Patricia Ashley, and Jay Payleitner!</a>
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