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Motherhood isn’t for the faint of heart. Raising children is hard work, and the daily demands can leave any mom feeling exhausted. In this reel, Trina Alleyne shares how Jesus understands your weariness and gives clear guidance on finding rest and encouragement.
Where do children learn to think highly of their mothers? Who sets the pattern for their young minds, positioning Mom as a much-loved and respected member of the family—instead of being chief cook and scrub lady?
Dr. Dobson reads a letter he received from a 14-year-old girl describing how her father announced he was divorcing her mother and leaving town, and how it impacted her.
Every job requires some tedious activity, but being a full-time mom can be extremely satisfying.
Why do we make sure our kids have their textbooks, notebooks, pencils, and supplies for school, but not for church? Which is more important: Your kids going to Heaven or college? Getting good grades or knowing more about Jesus? Improving test scores or overcoming life’s hurdles?
Married or not, we have all heard horror stories from the perspective of a mother or daughter-in-law. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his critical discussion with author Annie Chapman about her book, The Mother-In-Law Dance. Annie shares that there is nothing quite so unattractive as a jealous mother or an insecure wife. To help guard against these emotions, Colossians 3:12-13 says, “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Don’t miss this crucial episode about the healthy boundaries that are necessary between a mother and her son’s wife.
Perhaps one of the more difficult relationships to manage in life is between a mother-in-law and her daughter-in-law. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson takes on this delicate subject with musician and author, Annie Chapman, as they discuss her book entitled The Mother-In-Law Dance: Can Two Women Love the Same Man and Still Get Along? Matthew 11:29-30 says, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Annie’s invaluable advice models this character of Jesus. Being gentle and humble in spirit may be the best way for mothers and their daughters-in-law to maintain a healthy family dynamic.
Dr. Dobson reads a letter he received from a 10-year-old girl describing how her father announced he was divorcing her mother and leaving town, and never heard from him again.
Question: Dr. Dobson, my husband and I just moved to Arizona from Pennsylvania, and I haven't established a network of friends yet. My family is back east, and I have no one but my husband to talk to about problems the kids are having. He is very busy, so all the "homework" is left to me. How can I deal with the feelings of loneliness and isolation as a mother?
How does a divorced single mom live for the glory of the Lord? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his inspiring discussion with author and speaker, Angela Thomas-Pharr about her book, Tender Mercy for a Mother's Soul: Inspiration to Renew Your Spirit. Be encouraged and lifted up as we listen to the counsel of a woman who chose to pursue God during one of the hardest and busiest times of her life.
