I am pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Sears to the board of directors of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI). Alan has a wealth of experience as a board member for many faith-based non-profit entities, as a leader and a world-class religious freedom litigator.
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Time heals many wounds, but the effect of a divorce on the most vulnerable in the family may never mend completely. In this new video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that the impact on kids is far worse than originally thought. Studies show that when parents divorce, children can replay the pain of that breakup for 30 years or more. The evidence is compelling and should encourage spouses to rethink ending their marriage, except in rare circumstances through prayer and godly counsel. Before calling it quits, consider the damage it will cause. Staying together can be hard, but destroying the marital bond designed by God can be even worse for everyone in the family. Watch this critical message today.
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After a divorce, parents often share custody of their kids. What happens to a child when he or she has to leave one parent’s home to visit the other? In this very personal video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb discuss the breakup of Matt’s mom and dad and how it impacted him. Watch this heartbreaking video to see why staying married is so important for a child’s mental health.
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Is there anything too difficult for God? Just as Jesus resurrected Lazarus from the dead, He can also breathe life back into everything else that was once deceased, including a marriage. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Patricia Ashley shares a powerful and entertaining story of how the Lord not only saved her, but fully restored her marriage to her husband, Vernon.
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The wounds that occur in marriage often seem so deep they can’t be healed or forgiven. Anger, bitterness, and even hatred can develop because of sins against each other, and all of these emotions can be difficult to overcome. But in this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that how we respond to our feelings and circumstances will teach our children about the nature of God. The example we set can either give an accurate portrayal of our Heavenly Father or do the opposite.
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