Episodes
Once your child becomes an adult, your relationship will inevitably change. In this dynamic presentation, Dr. Jim Burns helps parents of adult children see how they can help, or hurt, this evolving relationship. As a parent transitions to the role of a coach, they can interact with their adult child in ways that minimize conflict and maximize godly influence. Receive the book Doing Life with Your Adult Children plus a free audio download of “Learning Your New Role as the Parent of an Adult Child” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recu...
Life is hard, but God is good. And author Brant Hansen reminds you that you can make a conscious effort to choose joy in your life. You can have joy because your hope is in Christ, and He holds the future. You’ll learn to laugh at yourself, serve others better, and practice gratitude, as you trust the One who gives eternal life. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Life Is Hard. God Is Good. Let's Dance plus a free audio download of the program "Living with Contagious Joy" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us...
Life is hard, but God is good. And author Brant Hansen reminds you that you can make a conscious effort to choose joy in your life. You can have joy because your hope is in Christ, and He holds the future. You’ll learn to laugh at yourself, serve others better, and practice gratitude, as you trust the One who gives eternal life. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book Life Is Hard. God Is Good. Let's Dance plus a free audio download of the program "Living with Contagious Joy" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us...
Dennis Quaid joins Focus on the Family for an exclusive interview about his portrayal of Ronald Reagan in the upcoming film. The actor discusses his experience bringing the iconic president to life and shares insights into Reagan's faith and legacy. From Hollywood to the White House, Reagan's life story is a testament to the American Dream. The film explores the challenges and triumphs faced by the former president as he navigated the complexities of both domestic and international politics. Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voice...
Married for over 50 years, Ron and Opal Erickson are a host couple for Hope Restored. More than 20 years ago, Ron had a serious midlife crisis, going on a downward spiral that led to a relationship with another woman. He and Opal were estranged for about 18 months until he finally submitted his life to God. Their marriage was restored and now have a music ministry. As a Hope Restored host couple, they get to share their music and their story with those couples. This free audio collection contains over 5 hours of content featuring Ron and Opal Erickson, Dr. Greg Smalley, Dr. Bob and Jenni ...
Kristi Clover offers moms encouragement as she shares practical guidance for finding joy through home organization and efficiency. Receive Kristi Clover's book M.O.M.: Master Organizer of Mayhem plus a free audio download of the program "Simple Ways to Organize Your Home and Family" 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.
Authors Matt and Lisa Jacobson describe how seemingly minor decisions can impact on your marriage and offer practical suggestions to help your marriage thrive. Receive the "100 Ways to Love" Book Bundle plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Simple Steps to Improve Your Marriage" 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 We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
Amy Brown, Sara Clime and Carrie Holt are all raising children with special needs — which means they are lonely, exhausted, fearful and hopeful, and at times deal with doubts in their faith. But all three also acknowledge God is in charge and it’s only by His power are they able to love and raise their children well. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book The Other Side of Special plus a free audio download of the broadcast "The Beauty of Raising a Child with Special Needs" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us ...
Amy Brown, Sara Clime and Carrie Holt are all raising children with special needs — which means they are lonely, exhausted, fearful and hopeful, and at times deal with doubts in their faith. But all three also acknowledge God is in charge and it’s only by His power are they able to love and raise their children well. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book The Other Side of Special plus a free audio download of the broadcast "The Beauty of Raising a Child with Special Needs" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us ...
Communication is a gift from God to build solid relationships with each other. Dr. Heather Holleman examines different components of conversation—from casual and emotional to sharing the way we think and believe. She gives you the tools you need to effectively communicate and spread God’s love with those around you—and even strangers you encounter. You’ll learn how to add graciousness to your conversation so you can have stronger, warmer connections. Receive the book The Six Conversations plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Deepening Your Relationships with Thoughtful Conversatio...
J.John explains what makes Christianity stand out among other world religions, starting with the fact that Jesus Christ fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophecies! He also explains how Jesus is the answer to the problem of our sinful nature, and shares how he has seen Jesus answer desperate prayers. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Jesus Christ - The Truth plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Reasons to Believe in Jesus" 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.
J.John explains what makes Christianity stand out among other world religions, starting with the fact that Jesus Christ fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophecies! He also explains how Jesus is the answer to the problem of our sinful nature, and shares how he has seen Jesus answer desperate prayers. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book Jesus Christ - The Truth plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Reasons to Believe in Jesus" 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.
Every marriage goes through some predictable and unavoidable transitions like “baby makes three” and then the “the empty nest”. Other transitions also come along that will significantly impact your time, energy, and your relationship with your spouse. Bill and Pam Farrel help you learn how to handle these transitions and offer way you can approach them to strengthen your marriage. They offer some tools to help you identify those transitions and come out stronger on the other side! (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Couple Can Make and the audio download of the broadcas...
Every marriage goes through some predictable and unavoidable transitions like “baby makes three” and then the “the empty nest”. Other transitions also come along that will significantly impact your time, energy, and your relationship with your spouse. Bill and Pam Farrel help you learn how to handle these transitions and offer ways you can approach them to strengthen your marriage. They offer some tools to help you identify those transitions and come out stronger on the other side! (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Couple Can Make and the audio download of the broadca...
Parenting can be a fun adventure but it’s also inconvenient at times. Moms and dads need to prioritize what’s most important for their family and be intentional about nurturing the God-given character traits in their children -- things like joy, creativity, playfulness, curiosity, and more. Melissa Hannigan illustrates how family life can also be messy, and that’s a good thing where you work through issues and problems together, and grow in the process. Receive the book Greater Joy Twogether plus a free audio download of “Encouraging Marriages in Your Sphere of Influence” for your donatio...
“Every marriage is a duet in need of great backup singers…” Join Pastor Ted Cunningham for a lighthearted look at the power of community to either support, or hurt, marriages. He’ll share seven principles every person, and church, can use to be a blessing to the marriages around them. Receive the book Greater Joy Twogether plus a free audio download of “Encouraging Marriages in Your Sphere of Influence” 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 W...
Educational expert Cynthia Tobias discusses the three main ways that people learn: auditory, visual and kinesthetic, and the strengths and weaknesses of each style. Cynthia stresses the importance of recognizing that every child is different and the need for parent’s to accept their child when their learning style differs from their own. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book The Way They Learn and the audio download of the broadcast "Discovering Your Child's Learning Style" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly...
Educational expert Cynthia Tobias discusses the three main ways that people learn: auditory, visual and kinesthetic, and the strengths and weaknesses of each style. Cynthia stresses the importance of recognizing that every child is different and the need for parent’s to accept their child when their learning style differs from their own. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book The Way They Learn and the audio download of the broadcast "Discovering Your Child's Learning Style" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly...
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 Oly...
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 1 of 2) Receive the book Finish First and the audio download of the broadcast "An Oly...
Justin Earley, a dad of four boys, shares practical ideas for parents, helping you to build good spiritual habits in your families and raise children with a strong faith in Christ. In the midst of chaos in his own busy family, Justin saw the need to make changes in his parenting to form good habits – from waking in the morning to mealtimes to bedtime routines at night. He offers advice on screentime and emphasizes regular Bible reading and prayer time in the home. Receive the book Habits of the Household and the audio download of the broadcast "Creating Spiritual Habits in your Family" fo...
Dr. Rosaria Butterfield was a college professor and former lesbian who after spending time with a pastor and his wife began to reconsider her beliefs and choices. She now helps Christians to identify several prominent lies of the culture – including homosexuality, transgenderism, and feminism – and encourages us to lovingly engage those false ideas with a strong biblical worldview. With compelling stories and eye-opening insights, Rosaria cuts through the cultural clutter to help others see God’s design for men and women. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age ...
Dr. Rosaria Butterfield was a college professor and former lesbian who after spending time with a pastor and his wife began to reconsider her beliefs and choices. She now helps Christians to identify several prominent lies of the culture – including homosexuality, transgenderism, and feminism – and encourages us to lovingly engage those false ideas with a strong biblical worldview. With compelling stories and eye-opening insights, Rosaria cuts through the cultural clutter to help others see God’s design for men and women. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age ...
Jim and Jean Daly share a positive and upbeat conversation with Josh and Christi Straub about marriage. Topics discussed include unity, supporting your spouse, navigating conflict and leading in grace. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Famous at Home and the audio download of the broadcast "Becoming Teammates in Marriage" 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 We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
Jim and Jean Daly share a positive and upbeat conversation with Josh and Christi Straub about marriage. Topics discussed include unity, supporting your spouse, navigating conflict and leading in grace. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book Famous at Home and the audio download of the broadcast "Becoming Teammates in Marriage" 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 We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
Kim Anthony had talent but did not have the ‘look’ of a typical gymnast in the 1980s – she was African-American, too tall, and came from a poor family. But by the time she got to college, she had already overcome incredible odds: almost aborted; a drug-addicted father; a struggling single mom. When her gymnastic victories left her feeling hollow, Kim sought a deeper meaning for her life, and found it through Jesus Christ. She concludes her message by encouraging her audience of high-school students to esteem themselves as sons and daughters of the King and embrace sexual purity before marri...
Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde share their marriage counseling expertise to help couples communicate in a healthy way and build a marriage that is emotionally safe for both people. They offer some of the powerful tools taught to couples at Hope Restored marriage intensives, including the reactive cycle and heart talk. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book Empowered to Love and the audio download of the broadcast "Loving Your Spouse Unconditionally" 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.
Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde share their marriage counseling expertise to help couples communicate in a healthy way and build a marriage that is emotionally safe for both people. They offer some of the powerful tools taught to couples at Hope Restored marriage intensives, including the reactive cycle and heart talk. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book Empowered to Love and the audio download of the broadcast "Loving Your Spouse Unconditionally" 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.
Bible teacher Ray Vander Laan has been exploring ancient Jewish culture for decades. As he shares his insights and stories, he’ll help you to develop a passion for evangelism and discipleship. Ray unpacks Scripture to aid your understanding of what it truly means to be a disciple of the Rabbi and Messiah – Jesus. Join renowned teacher and Bible scholar Ray Vander Laan as he examines what it means to be a follower of Christ through the cultural, historical, and otherwise contextual lens of Scripture. The Study is a four-season video Bible study for small groups and individuals to consider ...
Home schooling is one of the fastest growing forms of education in the United States and a lot of families are interested … but intimidated as well! Monica Swanson describes how she was reluctant at first, but soon reveled in the many benefits of home schooling. Things like prepping them for life in the real world, shaping the character of her sons, and providing them with a solid Christian worldview. Receive the book Becoming Homeschoolers and the audio download of the broadcast "Home Schooling: Giving Your Child a Strong Foundation" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Re...