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Matt & Lauren Chandler get brutally honest about their 25-year marriage, parenting struggles, and ministry life in this raw conversation on FamilyLife Today. Discover how they moved past 7 ”brutal” early years, found healing through vulnerability and Celebrate Recovery, and built a friendship that sustains them through every season. From navigating differing interests to regretting missed opportunities with their kids, Matt and Lauren don’t hold back. They emphasize the power of authenticity, the necessity of deep community, and the illusion of control when raising adult children. Plus, hear candid confessions about spiritual leadership at home and Matt’s ”icy” demeanor. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Lauren Chandler on her website. Take the Mindful Marriage Assessment. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network   See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Are you raising resilient kids in a fear-driven world? In this powerful FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson join Dr. Kathy Cook, founder of Celebrate Kids, to equip Christian parents with the tools to foster true resilience in their children—and themselves—through a biblical lens. Why do kids struggle with perseverance and risk-taking? Discover how well-intentioned overprotective parenting, from “”helicopter”” to “”lawnmower”” styles, can actually hinder growth. Kathy shares eye-opening insights on the importance of allowing natural consequences (yes, even a bad grade or spilled milk!) to build character and faith, drawing wisdom from scriptures like James 1:2–4 and Romans 5:3–5. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Kathy Koch and her ministry, "Celebrate Kids" online.  Take the Mindful Marriage Assessment. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network   See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Are you carrying the heavy burden of sexual shame? Do you long for freedom and healing in your sexuality? In this crucial episode of FamilyLife Today, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson welcome Dr. Julie Slattery, clinical psychologist and author of Surrendered Sexuality, to address the pain of sexual brokenness and offer a path to liberation.Dr. Slattery compassionately unpacks why so many Christians struggle with shame surrounding their sexuality. She reveals how our sexual issues often stem from deeper spiritual struggles, like doubts about God's goodness or believing identity lies. You'll learn about the four common "identity traps" that keep us bound – self-discovery, shame, performance, and deriving value from relationships – and how to escape them. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy Learn more about the Love Like You Mean It Cruise  Get Spouseology for free with a donation. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Are you tired of waiting? Feeling impatient with life's delays? You're not alone. In this insightful episode of FamilyLife Today, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Pastor and author Mark Vroegop to explore the profound truth that "Waiting Isn't a Waste."Mark, author of the powerful book Waiting Isn't a Waste, shares deeply personal stories and biblical wisdom to reframe our perspective on those frustrating "gap moments" between our current reality and our desired outcomes. Discover why waiting isn't a passive state, but a divinely designed process to cultivate dependence on God and foster profound spiritual growth. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Mark Vroegop  Learn more about the Love Like You Mean It Cruise Get Spouseology for free with a donation. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Making friends as an adult and building authentic Christian community thrives on humility, honesty, and honor, fostering deep bonds through vulnerability and faith, as shared by New Creation Fellowship leaders.Join Dave and Ann Wilson from FamilyLife Today as they sit down with the leadership team of New Creation Fellowship in Orlando, Florida. Pastors Ike and Arian Todd, Recap and Brittany Gray, and Demetrius share their incredible journey of friendship, faith, and church planting. This episode dives deep into what it truly means to build authentic Christian community, emphasizing the power of vulnerability, accountability, and unwavering commitment. Show Notes and Resources Follow Rechab on Instagram. Follow Demetrius on Instagram. Watch this previous conversation with Rechab and Brit Gray on YouTube.  Learn more about the Love Like You Mean It Cruise online. Get Spouseology for free with a donation. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Ever wonder how to navigate tricky in-law dynamics, prepare for the quiet of an empty nest, or truly "leave and cleave" in your marriage? Join a candid and insightful conversation from the 2025 Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise panel featuring Ron and Nan Deal, Jared and Becky Wilson, and Trent and Andrea Griffith, with wisdom woven in by Dave and Ann Wilson. This episode tackles real-life relationship hurdles, offering practical advice on everything from setting healthy boundaries with family to the crucial journey of rebuilding trust after it's been broken. Plus, get actionable tips on taming those pesky phone and social media distractions that can steal connection. Show Notes and Resources Reserve your spot for the 2026 Love Like You Mean It Cruise. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Jared Wilson, a speaker from the Love Like You Mean It cruise, dives into the transformative power of forgiveness. He emphasizes that forgiveness is not merely a feeling but a deliberate act of love rooted in God's grace. Wilson discusses the deep connections between love, forgiveness, and sharing God's blessings. He addresses the complexities of forgiveness in broken relationships and encourages listeners to embrace the art of forgiving, even when it’s challenging, highlighting its role in reflecting divine love to the world.

Jonathan and Carrie Cronkite bring their passion for family faith practices to the forefront. Jonathan, a former student pastor, shares insights on how children connect with God through parental modeling. Carrie emphasizes the significance of prayer and scripture reading together as a family. They introduce the PRAY acronym and inventive 'prayer rocks' to visualize prayer requests. The conversation also dives into tackling unanswered prayers and fostering a service-oriented mindset to cultivate genuine, lifelong faith in children.

Toxic masculinity is as destructive as we think it is. But professor Nancy Pearcey’s data shows more of the whole story--of the power of a good man. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Nancy Pearcey at her website. Get more resources about masculinity on our website  Find Nancy's book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Author and professor Nancy Pearcey explores sociological data to uncover why it’s open season on masculinity—and the surprising role of Christian men. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Nancy Pearcey at her website. Get more resources about masculinity on our website  Find Nancy's book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy