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Empty Nest – Part 4

As a parent, is it ever too early to begin mentally preparing for the season when your kids are grown and out of the house? According to one mother, the empty nest stage really begins when the children are still under foot. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his four-part series with a panel of moms to discuss the highs and lows of fully launching your kids out into the world. They also discuss guilt associated with this time of life, and share advice for parents who may be asking, “My kids are gone, now what?”

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Empty Nest – Part 3

What do you do with your life after you’ve raised your kids well? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his discussion with a panel of moms as they walk through one of the most challenging parts of parenthood - the “empty nest.” Tune in to hear the stories of growth, rediscovery and excitement that “empty nesting” can provide. Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”

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Empty Nest – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson expands his discussion with a panel of moms on the subject of “empty nesters.” Listen and learn more from the father’s perspective about children leaving home, as well as the mother’s point of view on how “empty nesting” affects the entire family.

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Empty Nest – Part 1

For many moms and dads, it seems like it was only yesterday when their kids were off to their first day of school. But now, just as they are leaving for college and moving out of the house, parents are entering into a new stage of life as well. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson begins a four-part series, joined by a panel of seasoned mothers to explore the emotions, trials, and even liberties of the “empty nest.”

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Remaining You While Raising Them – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his interview with Alli Worthington, to discuss her upcoming book, Remaining You While Raising Them: The Secret Art of Confident Motherhood. Listen as Alli dispels myths about what it takes to be a “good mom,” and encourages mothers not to abandon themselves while raising their kids. Alli also reminds moms in all things, to lean on the Lord for help in parenting. Proverbs 31:26-28 says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.”

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Remaining You While Raising Them – Part 1

In 2008, Alli Worthington’s life changed dramatically when her husband, Mark, lost his job, and their family lost everything. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Alli to discuss how the Lord guided her family through bankruptcy into a brand-new life with a renewed mindset. As a faith speaker, author, and business coach, Alli’s mission is to help women grow in their faith, build dreams and enjoy their lives.

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Rise Up: Moms in Prayer with Guest Sally Burke

God, through prayer, has transformed the hearts and minds of moms all over the world as they come together and stand in the gap to pray for their children. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton speaks with Sally Burke, the president of Moms in Prayer International. She shares how God is moving in and through her ministry, using schools and teachers to provide an opportunity for their children to come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

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God’s Design for Rest

To my fellow homeschool moms—are you overwhelmed with all the crying, whining, grumbling, and complaining? Do you have days when no one—not even you—wants to do schoolwork? Here's some encouragement: It's hard. Yes, that's right. Educating your kids at home is hard work. But even though it's hard, Jesus has some great advice: Take a break to rest.

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Mama Bear Apologetics

According to research, 59 percent of all high school graduates leave the church. The statistic begs the question, “How can we help our children cultivate a faith of their own, and develop a personal relationship with the Lord?” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and his guest, Hillary Morgan Ferrer, discuss her book, Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies. The world’s most potent lies are wrapped in partial truths. Hillary stresses the importance of teaching kids to think biblically. She believes this is crucial and empowers parents with the “ROAR” method in identifying and analyzing truth from fiction. Recognize the message. Offer discernment. Argue for a healthier approach. And finally, reinforce these ideas through discussion.

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Moms in Prayer – Part 2

If the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective, how much more potent are the prayers of moms who gather to intercede on behalf of their children? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Fern Nichols and Sally Burke, the founder and president of Moms in Prayer International, continue sharing about their ministry, and urge mothers to walk through the four steps of prayer: praise, silent confession, thanksgiving, and intercession. Matthew 18:20 declares, “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

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