With rising prices and an uncertain economy often in the news, it’s easy for families to feel stressed about money. In fact, after surveying nearly 4,000 women, Crystal Paine discovered that nearly all of them admitted to having some level of fear about their money or financial future. Crystal is no stranger to this stress. Early in her marriage to Jesse, they struggled to pay the bills after job opportunities fell through, leaving them scrabbling to provide for themselves and their two young kids. Through careful money habits and decisions, they moved from scraping by to thriving, establishing foundational habits that helped them from those early days until now. In this interview, she will help listeners with practical advice for getting a handle on their money, such as decide on financial priorities, predetermine spending, create accountability and stop paying full price.

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Thriving in Love and Money -- Money is a leading source of conflict for many couples, but it doesn’t have to be. Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn help couples uncover the issues behind financial disagreements and develop a more unified approach to managing money together.

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With rising prices and an uncertain economy often in the news, it&rsquo;s easy for families to feel stressed about money. In fact, after surveying nearly 4,000 women, Crystal Paine discovered that nearly all of them admitted to having some level of fear about their money or financial future. Crystal is no stranger to this stress. Early in her marriage to Jesse, they struggled to pay the bills after job opportunities fell through, leaving them scrabbling to provide for themselves and their two young kids. Through careful money habits and decisions, they moved from scraping by to thriving, establishing foundational habits that helped them from those early days until now. In this interview, she will help listeners with practical advice for getting a handle on their money, such as decide on financial priorities, predetermine spending, create accountability and stop paying full price.
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Simple Strategies to Build Financial Peace for Your Family

Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom’s terminal illness — and found God’s comfort and peace along the way. She offers practical and godly insights about discovering joy in sorrow, helping children deal with grief, and anticipating a glorious reunion in Heaven!

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Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom&rsquo;s terminal illness &mdash; and found God&rsquo;s comfort and peace along the way. She offers practical and godly insights about discovering joy in sorrow, helping children deal with grief, and anticipating a glorious reunion in Heaven!
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Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 2 of 2)

Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 1 of 2)

Cynthia Yanof shares humorous stories about the messy parts of parenting and daily life. Hear her insights into reframing messy experiences as blessings from God. Be inspired and learn about loving others well, even when it’s challenging.

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Cynthia Yanof shares humorous stories about the messy parts of parenting and daily life. Hear her insights into reframing messy experiences as blessings from God. Be inspired and learn about loving others well, even when it&rsquo;s challenging.
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Finding Encouragement in the Chaos of Family Life

Jim Daly sits down with Vice President JD Vance to discuss the importance of family, marriage, parenting, faith, life, and religious freedom in creating a better future for America.

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Jim Daly sits down with Vice President JD Vance to discuss the importance of family, marriage, parenting, faith, life, and religious freedom in creating a better future for America.
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Vice President JD Vance: Faith, Family, and Country

Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and love, Rob discusses topics such as gender confusion, same-sex attraction, and approaching difficult conversations. He reminds listeners to find hope in God while navigating their child’s journey.

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From Transgendered to Transformed

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Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and love, Rob discusses topics such as gender confusion, same-sex attraction, and approaching difficult conversations. He reminds listeners to find hope in God while navigating their child&rsquo;s journey.
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Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 2 of 2)

Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 1 of 2)

Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your spouse to achieve true healing from past trauma to help strengthen your marriage.

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Healing Begins Here: Trauma has a way of lingering, not just in memory, but in the body, in patterns of thought, and sometimes even in the way we relate to God. And yet, what has shaped you does not have to define you.

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Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn&rsquo;t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your spouse to achieve true healing from past trauma to help strengthen your marriage.
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Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 2 of 2)

Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 1 of 2)

Abdu Murray explains the latest news about artificial intelligence and how Christians should respond. Listen in for insights on discerning when to trust AI generated answers, understanding deepfakes, and finding peace in the trustworthiness of Scripture.

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Abdu Murray explains the latest news about artificial intelligence and how Christians should respond. Listen in for insights on discerning when to trust AI generated answers, understanding deepfakes, and finding peace in the trustworthiness of Scripture.
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How to Practice Discernment with Artificial Intelligence

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