Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley share advice for couples getting ready to marry. Statistics show that the majority of Americans want a happy marriage, yet most spend less time preparing for the marriage than they do on the wedding ceremony. The Smalleys advise that engaged couples learn how to build a strong, healthy and godly marriage in premarital counseling. Issues they address include commitment, leaving and cleaving, honoring your spouse, communication, managing conflict and more.   Receive Ready to Wed: 12 Ways to Start a Marriage You Will Love and the audio download of the broadcast "Practical Advice for Those Getting Ready to Wed" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

In this conversation, Bible teacher Ray Vander Laan helps you find your true identity in Christ and recognize God’s bigger purpose for you. He’ll inspire you to bring God’s peace to chaos in the culture, while emphasizing the importance of Christian community.   Join renowned teacher and Bible scholar Ray Vander Laan as he examines what it means to be a follower of Christ through the cultural, historical, and otherwise contextual lens of Scripture. The Study is a four-season video Bible study for small groups and individuals to consider the question: what did it mean to be one of the original disciples of Jesus, and what does that mean for us today?    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Dr. Kathy Koch shares that when she was growing up, she was dismayed at being taller-than-average and having a very deep voice. But God has used those traits to help Kathy become a powerful public speaker who can be seen and heard quite easily, even without a microphone! She urges parents and kids to embrace their ‘different’ gifts and use them for God’s glory.   Receive Dr. Kathy Koch's book 8 Great Smarts and the audio download of the broadcast "Created by God for a Purpose" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Gary Thomas shares his passion for helping Christians see the enormous spiritual value of physical wellbeing. He takes discussion of fitness off the backburner - where many of us tend to leave it!   Receive the book Every Body Matters and an audio download of "Understanding the Spiritual Impact of Healthy Living" for your donation of any amount!    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Gary Thomas, a prolific author and speaker, dives into the spiritual importance of physical wellbeing. He discusses how caring for our bodies can be a form of worship. Personal responsibility in dietary choices is emphasized, along with anecdotes showcasing the impact of small health changes. The transformative power of 'volleyball therapy' highlights the link between physical activity and spiritual growth. Focus is also placed on the balance of discipline, community influences on health, and the neurological factors behind cravings.

Amber Lia and Wendy Speake discuss common external and internal triggers that can make mothers angry. They share their journeys overcoming their own triggers, like when their children disobey and complain, and when they have to deal with exhaustion. Our guests offer encouragement to moms and explain how they can prepare to handle their triggers in a healthier way.   Receive the book Triggers and the audio download of the broadcast "Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Amber Lia and Wendy Speake discuss common external and internal triggers that can make mothers angry. They share their journeys overcoming their own triggers, like when their children disobey and complain, and when they have to deal with exhaustion. Our guests offer encouragement to moms and explain how they can prepare to handle their triggers in a healthier way.   Receive the book Triggers and the audio download of the broadcast "Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Jade Warshaw, a co-host of The Ramsey Show, shares the early downward spiral she took with her husband deep into debt and how they eventually got back on their feet. Hear the foundational steps to find financial freedom and learn to become unified financially as a married couple.   Receive the book Money is Not a Math Problem and an audio download of "Healthy Budgeting Habits for Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount!    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Husbands and wives can strengthen their relationship with regular “date nights.” It doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive. Simply being intentional about alone time together as a couple, talking, sharing your dreams, and no distractions! The Laffoons also recommend having fun, having a purpose for your date, and doing what your spouse most desires.   Receive the book Ultimate Date Night and an audio download of "Tips for Planning Memorable Date Nights" for your donation of any amount!    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Families often find themselves in a rut, but it's never too late to change! Discover how Chris and Jenni Graebe share their journey with five kids, emphasizing the importance of establishing healthy family rhythms. They highlight the joys and challenges of a large family, advocating for intentional routines. Learn how to nurture connections through positive affirmations and everyday adventures. Plus, find out the value of slowing down to truly savor family moments and encourage growth in a fast-paced world.