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FamilyLife Today® is a weekday podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most.
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May 13, 2024 • 29min
Living on Purpose: Alistair Begg
Curious about what it means to truly live out your faith in today's world? Alistair Begg chats about the Sermon on the Mount and how we can be living with purpose and meaning in our lives--and breaking free from unhealthy cultural norms. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Alistair Connect with Alistair Begg and catch more of his thoughts at truthforlife.org, and on Instagram @alistair_begg_truthforlife, Facebook and X. And grab Alistair Begg’s book, A Christian Manifesto in our shop. Want to hear more episodes by Alistair Begg, listen here! FamilyLIfe Resources Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! 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

May 10, 2024 • 30min
Risen Motherhood: Parenting Kids with Disabilities: Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler
Parenting children with disabilities demands extra care and attention, often leaving you feeling utterly drained. Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, Co-Founders of the Risen Motherhood Podcast, understand this all too well. They're here to emphasize the vital role of community and guide you in finding comfort among challenges, while also celebrating the special gifts your children bring into your life. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Emily Jenson & Laura Wifler and catch more of their thoughts at emilyajensen.com and listen to their podcast, Risen Motherhood. Connect with them on Instagram and X @EmilyAJens And grab Emily Jenson & Laura Wifler’s book, Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Motherhood by listening to Soul Care for Stressed Moms. Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! 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

May 9, 2024 • 29min
Risen Motherhood: Prioritizing Marriage: Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler
Parenting pulling you in a million directions? Between a crowded calendar, your inbox, and never-ending laundry, finding time for your spouse can feel like a daily challenge. Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, Co-Founders of the Risen Motherhood Podcast, chat about the importance of believing in your spouse, showing compassion, and finding fun ways to stay connected. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Emily Jenson & Laura Wifler and catch more of their thoughts at emilyajensen.com and listen to their podcast, Risen Motherhood. Connect with them on Instagram and X @EmilyAJens And grab Emily Jenson & Laura Wifler’s book, Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Motherhood by listening to Soul Care for Stressed Moms. Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! 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

May 8, 2024 • 30min
Sunday Faith to Monday Tantrum: Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler
Does a 'perfect mom' even exist? Many mothers compare themselves, burdened with unrealistic expectations. If you feel torn between high-fives and criticism, you're not alone. Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, Co-Founders of the Risen Motherhood Podcast, help you understand and apply the gospel to common issues moms face so you can connect your Sunday morning faith to the Monday morning tantrum. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Emily Jenson & Laura Wifler and catch more of their thoughts at emilyajensen.com and listen to their podcast, Risen Motherhood. Connect with them on Instagram and X @EmilyAJens And grab Emily Jenson & Laura Wifler’s book, Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Motherhood by listening to Soul Care for Stressed Moms. Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! 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

May 7, 2024 • 29min
Making a Mark in Your Neighborhood: Chris & Elizabeth McKinney
We cross paths with our neighbors all the time, but how often do we really connect? Chris and Elizabeth explore the power of genuine neighborly love, showing how it can make a big difference. Learn how to challenge the norm and inspire a passion for building meaningful relationships right in your own neighborhood. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Chris & Elizabeth McKinney and catch more of their thoughts at placedforapurpose.com, and on Instagram @mcwifey or X @crmckinney And grab Chris & Elizabeth McKinney’s book, Neighborhoods Reimagined in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Loving your Neighbors by listening to Being Like Jesus. Want to hear more episodes by Chris & Elizabeth McKinney, listen here! Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! 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

May 6, 2024 • 26min
Why and How to Reach Your Neighborhood: Chris & Elizabeth McKinney
Imagine a neighborhood where everyone's connected, solving problems together, and showing kindness breaks down walls. Chris and Elizabeth McKinney think the beatitudes are the key to making neighborhoods thrive. Learn how to be good neighbors, build relationships, and connect with your community in unmissable ways. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Chris & Elizabeth McKinney and catch more of their thoughts at placedforapurpose.com, and on Instagram @mcwifey or X @crmckinney And grab Chris & Elizabeth McKinney’s book, Neighborhoods Reimagined in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Loving your Neighbors by listening to Being Like Jesus. Want to hear more episodes by Chris & Elizabeth McKinney, listen here! Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! 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

May 3, 2024 • 30min
Lost: How Grief Brought Me Closer to God: Sara Hagerty
When you're stuck in the middle of a tough time, dealing with heartache and pain, it can feel like there's no way out: No matter what you try, that heavy cloud of grief still follows you. Author Sara Hagerty sits with you in your pain as she talks about how to work through the pain, face it head-on, and find a path through the grief, denial, and all those other messy emotions. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sara Hagerty and catch more of her thoughts at sarahagerty.net, and on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. And grab Sara’s book, The Gift of Limitation: Finding Beauty in the Boundaries in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Grief by listening to "Stages of Grief". Want to hear more episodes by Sara Hagerty, listen here! Meet your match! Every donation made through May will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $300,000. As a token of our gratitude for partnering with us to support stronger families worldwide, we'll send you Neighborhoods Reimagined by Chris and Elizabeth McKinney. Donate today and double your impact! 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

May 2, 2024 • 34min
Finding Beauty in the Boundaries: Sara Hagerty
Do you ever feel like it's just... too much? Laundry piles up, bills keep coming, and your schedules overflow. Well, Sara Hagerty gets it. Once struggling with infertility, adoption, and yeah, now she's raising seven kids! She encourages us on finding purpose in the unexpected twists of life, even with our limited time. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sara Hagerty and catch more of her thoughts at sarahagerty.net, and on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. And grab Sara’s book, The Gift of Limitation: Finding Beauty in the Boundaries in our shop. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Grief by listening to "Stages of Grief". Want to hear more episodes by Sara Hagerty, listen here! Meet your match! Every donation made through May will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $300,000. As a token of our gratitude for partnering with us to support stronger families worldwide, we'll send you Neighborhoods Reimagined by Chris and Elizabeth McKinney. Donate today and double your impact! 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

May 1, 2024 • 28min
The Worry-Free Parent: Sissy Goff
Anxiety has an amazing ability to spread. Time and time again, when veteran counselor and parenting expert Sissy Goff has an anxious child or teen in her office, she's found they have at least one very well-intentioned but anxious parent. Anxiety is contagious. How can you keep it from defining your family's future? See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Apr 30, 2024 • 28min
Which Parenting Style are You? Sissy Goff
Ugh, here we go again! Another TikTok telling me how to parent... It's never-ending! Author and therapist Sissy Goff is here to help. She explores parenting styles that radically alter our homes. And maybe she'll even reassure us we're doing some things right! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sissy Goff and catch more of their thoughts at Raisingboysandgirls.com, and on Facebook and Instagram. And grab Sissy Goff’s book, "The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too" in our shop. Or we'll send it at no cost to you with a donation of any size this week, as our way of saying a huge "Thank you!" for partnering with us toward stronger families around the world. Intrigued by today’s episode? Think deeper about Anxiety by listening to Parenting Kids With Anxiety. Want to hear more episodes by Sissy Goff, listen here! Donate to FamilyLife Today! 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