Healthy homes start with Christ at the center. Our marriage and parenting content brings together trusted teaching from Dr. James Dobson, practical resources, and uplifting encouragement to help your family thrive.
Disagreements in marriage are inevitable. But when you don’t see eye to eye with your partner, it doesn’t mean you have to argue. Brenen and Morgan Beeler explain that conflict can turn into combat when you become angry. Instead, there are practical ways to avoid this and find out what God desires.
Some moms and dads feel guilty over everything that goes wrong for their kids. This can eat away at their confidence and affect how they parent. Instead of leading biblically, they react with emotion. In this video, Ron and Trina Alleyne bring out truths from Dr. James and Shirley Dobson’s book Night Light for Parents (page 224) to explain how to overcome this guilt.
If intimacy is eroding in your marriage, the growing distance between you and your spouse can lead to bitterness and frustration. The loneliness can seem inescapable. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb share their story of hope after many years of being in a downward spiral. Their inability to connect almost led to divorce. But one thing kept them together and helped repair the damage. View now to find out what it was.
Imagine walking out on your spouse because he or she boiled potatoes at the wrong time. It sounds immature, but it happened to Matt and Ariel Holcomb. In this very personal video, they reveal many of the struggles they’ve had in their relationship, some of which almost led to divorce. While there were dark days, the Lord brought them through and helped them grow along the way. Watch now to hear the Holcomb's touching story.
When the Apostle Paul wrote, “Those who marry will face many troubles in this life” (1 Corinthians 7:28), he wasn’t kidding! While marriage has its challenges, God created this unique relationship to help us grow and mature in Him. In this new video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain how you can cherish the journey with your spouse, even if you feel like your marriage isn't thriving.
Since the inception of no-fault divorce in 1969, these laws have devastated families. They make ending marriage too simple, resulting in over 50% of first-time unions falling apart. In this new video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb assert that these laws undermine what God has ordained, allowing couples to disregard their vows with no accountability. From a legal perspective, the holy covenant of marriage holds no weight in court. Discover some of the consequences of no-fault divorce including the damage to families. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion!
Many couples think there’s nothing wrong with no-fault divorce. They might say, “We don’t get along, so why should we stay together?” In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that God is the one who created the institution of marriage, so we need to examine it from His perspective. One passage in the Bible specifically reveals how much our Heavenly Father blesses the marital union and hates to see it destroyed.
When married couples experience conflict or separation, they cope with the stress in different ways. Some might withdraw or try to find ways of escape, while others become angry or controlling. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that these responses can devastate the spiritual health of both husband and wife. Sometimes, the effect is so grievous it can cause them to become callous and indifferent toward the Holy Spirit. As difficult as this can be, there is always hope in Christ.
When a married couple has a close, intimate relationship, it provides security that leads to peace in the home. Research shows this calming effect has physical benefits too, such as reducing blood pressure, anxiety, and depression. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain why the opposite is also true, as conflict and separation can reduce immunity and cause traumatic health issues.
The toll of divorce on one's health is often overlooked. However, research shows that when a marriage ends, this highly stressful and emotional experience can have a profound impact on a person's body. In this new video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain some of the devastating effects, such as cancer and other serious illnesses. Watch this critical message today.
