Encouragement for Empty-Nesters
I have a word of encouragement prepared especially for those of you who are depressed today. It is a message written by a loving mother named Joan Mills, who must be a very special lady. She expressed
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Rescuing Fatherless Boys, Part 2
What happens when a boy grows up without a father’s guidance and love?
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Rescuing Fatherless Boys, Part 1
Did you know that half of America's children go to sleep without their fathers at home?
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When Family Worship Isn’t Perfect
While we may aspire to bring our absolute best to the Lord in daily family worship, the reality of life often interferes, leaving us feeling unprepared or inadequate. Chris and Taylor Bruin explain that God values our sincere efforts, however imperfect they may be. A brief prayer, a simple song, or a moment of reflection can be far more meaningful than letting perfectionism prevent us from connecting with our Heavenly Father altogether.
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Don’t Let Culture Corrupt Your Kids
The culture is at war with parents for the hearts and minds of their children. I don't need to describe this battle because you see it, too. Parents in decades past would not have believed what was about to happen to the institution of the family. I am not sure many of us understand it, either.
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Adult Children Living At Home
Question: Dr. Dobson, we have a twenty-one-year-old who is still living at home. He does not want to come under our authority and he breaks all the rules we have set up as minimum standards of behavio
Marriage & Parenting
Your Example Matters: The Hard Truth About Pornography and Fatherhood
Victor Marx, founder and president of All Things Possible Ministries, shares a powerful story about a friend who once worked in the pornography industry before finding redemption in Christ. Drawing from his conversations with young men, Marx reveals a heartbreaking trend: many first encountered pornography through their father’s devices. His message to dads is clear and urgent—protect your home, guard your heart, and lead your family toward purity.
Marriage & Parenting
Creating a Strong Emotional Connection
Being harsh with your wife can cause her to shut down emotionally, creating distance in your relationship. Brenen and Morgan Beeler explain how abrupt responses destroy intimacy. You can strengthen the bond with your wife by approaching her with gentleness and establishing a safe environment.
Marriage & Parenting
A Tree Without Wind
Trees that never face wind can collapse under their weight, while those that get battered grow deep roots to withstand storms. In this video, Chris Bruin shows how that illustrates the Christian life—our faith grows through adversity, building resilience as we draw closer to God.
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Nature Or Nurture?
Dr. John B. Watson’s idea that you can determine your children’s traits and behaviors was simply wrong.
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Dr. James Dobson
Joe Waresak
Dr. Del Tackett
