Focus on the Family Weekend

Episodes

• Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified LifeWhat causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving, doubting, and disconnected. Sharing from his new book, The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Gary invites us to exchange falsehoods for the rich, soul-satisfying relationship God designed us to enjoy. Get "The Life You Were Reborn to Live" free with your gift Learn how to connect with God every day! Rediscovering God’s Love, Joy, and Peace Discovering Freedom in Your Faith Enjoying the Earth Without Loving the World

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• Praying for Your Marriage is EssentialJodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own faith, how to pray with different personalities, praying through conflict over finances, and praying the scriptures through a season of difficulty. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage BUNDLE Make Prayer a Life-Giving Part of Your Marriage! 3 Prayers to Pray With Your Spouse What Research Says About Couples Who Pray Together Share Your Story With Jim Daly

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• How to Make Peace with What You Can’t ControlLysa TerKerust discusses her newest book, Making Peace with What I Can't Control: Find Relief from the Exhaustion of Overthinking, Trying to Fix Others, and Wanting to Figure It All Out. Making Peace with What I Can't Control Heal From the Wounds of Broken Trust Don't Walk This Road Alone – Speak With a Counselor Guiding Your Teen Into Adulthood Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?

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• What to Do with Your Wayward Adult ChildYour children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares practical ways to navigate this new season of parenting, keeping the welcome mat out and the opinions to a minimum. On this two-day broadcast, you’ll learn about topics like healthy boundaries, estrangement, and reconciliation with your wayward adult child. When Your Adult Child Strays

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• Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School/How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your FamilyThe struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to help young students grow their faith in public school. Tune in to hear her explain how to develop Christian values in our kids from an early age! Then, every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find balance. Russ Crosson has over 40 years of experience managing money from a Christian perspective. He gives helpful tips for “using your money to buy time” to invest in your family – whatever stage of life you are in! Backpack Faith Bring Your Bible to School Day Your Life…Well Spent Focus on Marriage Assessment

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• Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your BrainNeurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we think about—especially gratitude, truth, and hope—we can form new neural pathways that influence our emotions, behaviors, and even future generations. Drawing from personal tragedy, including the loss of his son, Dr. Warren shares how people can better heal from trauma, anxiety, and destructive patterns. The conversation highlights practical ways believers can renew their minds, strengthen relationships, and raise resilient children by aligning their thinking with God’s design for human flourishing. The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery Don't Walk This Road Alone – Speak With a Counselor Share Your Story With Jim Daly Overcoming Negative Thoughts

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• Identifying Negative Strangleholds in Your Relationships /Essential Skills for Navigating Tough Conversations with TeensDefining the biblical term "shalom" as "breaking the hold of chaos," Dave and Ashley Willis describe how you can cultivate shalom in your home as well as in your relationships – particularly by breaking "strangleholds" caused by people who are overly needy. Our guests also discuss the pursuit of shalom in marriage through the careful and deliberate management of conflict. Also, parenting teens often means navigating some of the most challenging conversations families face—from broken trust to friendships and dating. Tim Shoemaker and his son Mark offer practical, grace-filled guidance to help parents communicate well, build trust, and strengthen their relationship with their teens. You’ll discover how listening well and responding with wisdom can turn difficult moments into opportunities for growth and deeper connection. Peace Pirates What to Say and How to Say It to Your Teen How's Your Marriage Doing? Match Your Parenting to Your Kids' Needs

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• Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential with the 8 Types of IntelligenceWhat if your child’s biggest challenge is actually their greatest strength? Dr. Kathy Koch explores life-changing insights from her book 8 Great Smarts, revealing how every child is uniquely wired with different kinds of intelligence – from the nonstop talker to the deep thinker, the music-maker to the curious questioner. Learn how to recognize your child’s natural strengths, nurture what makes them come alive, and stop unintentionally paralyzing their "smarts." 8 Great Smarts 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Match Your Parenting to Your Kids' Needs Helping Your Child Develop Resilience

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• Fortifying Your Marriage for the Storms of LifeBased on his book Making Your Marriage a Fortress, Gary Thomas helps couples anticipate and weather the inevitable storms of life. He says that they can grow closer to each other and God through these experiences. He provides encouragement and hope for couples who are currently struggling, as well as offering a preparatory warning to couples who haven’t yet faced a crisis and need to know that such crises are inevitable. Making Your Marriage a Fortress Hope Restored Don’t Let the Storms of Life Wash Your Marriage Away Dealing With Emotional Crises in Marriage

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• Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy BoundariesDr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights on relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Boundaries with Kids Age and Stage eNewsletters Speak to a counselor For more great parenting content, check out our Practice Makes Parent podcast

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