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FamilyLife Today®

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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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Right Where You Belong: Heather MacFadyen

Feel torn in every direction? Heather MacFadyen, author of Right Where You Belong, brings the empowering message to simply occupy your God-given space--a Hebrew definition of humility. God has given you talents and a sphere of influence. Your role is to fill that space, empowered by the Holy Spirit. It's time to replace FOMO, inadequacy, and hustle culture with the satisfaction that comes from owning the space we've been assigned. Show Notes and Resources Find out more about Heather McFayden at ...

Nov 23, 202333 min

How to Wreck a Child’s Faith: Dr. Collin Outerbridge

If you knew someone was viciously sabotaging your kids' faith, what would you do? Dr. Collin Outerbridge insists that enemy exists. Knowing those strategies remains critical to combatting your kids' vulnerabilities, and winning the war for lifetime faith. Show Notes and Resources BLACK FRIDAY SALE: Weekend to Remember gift cards are now 50% Find out more about Collin Outerbridge at nonachurch.com/pastor at check out his podcast Dive more into hoow digital screens influence us.. Every Donation Ma...

Nov 22, 202330 min

Parenting for Faith that Goes the Distance: Dr. Collin Outerbridge

What can you do right now to parent kids toward faith that lasts a lifetime? Dr. Collin Outerbridge shares research and practical strategies. Show Notes and Resources BLACK FRIDAY SALE: Weekend to Remember gift cards are now 50% Find out more about Collin Outerbridge at nonachurch.com/pastor at check out his podcast Dive more into hoow digital screens influence us.. Every Donation Makes and Impact| Make Twice as Much Impact with Your Gift Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com ....

Nov 21, 202326 min

Raising Kids Who Keep the Faith: Dr. Collin Outerbridge

With the tidal waves of influence surrounding Gen Z, what can parents do to shape a faith that sticks with our kids? Dr. Collin Outerbridge offers practical ideas from extensive research. Show Notes and Resources BLACK FRIDAY SALE: Weekend to Remember gift cards are now 50% Find out more about Collin Outerbridge at nonachurch.com/pastor at check out his podcast Here is Colin's series: Kids These Days on YouTube. Dive more into hoow digital screens influence us.. Every Donation Makes and Impact| ...

Nov 20, 202330 min

Is Your Kid a Gamer? 5 Things Not to Do: Drew Dixon

Navigating the video game world as a parent can be confusing. Expert Drew Dixon starts with five clear ideas of classic parenting mistakes around gaming. Show Notes and Resources Learn more on how to navigate a heavy gaming relationship with Drew Dixon: lovethynerd.com What kind of games your kids are playing? Check the rating Get Drews book, Know Thy Gamer: A Parent's Guide to Video Games Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com . See resources from our past podcasts. Find more c...

Nov 17, 202329 min

What Should I Know about My Kid’s Video Games? Drew Dixon

When it comes to your kid's video games, it can be hard to know what you should know. Expert Drew Dixon offers ways to navigate thoughtfully and wisely. Show Notes and Resources Learn more on how to navigate a heavy gaming relationship with Drew Dixon: lovethynerd.com What kind of games your kids are playing? Check the rating Get Drews book, Know Thy Gamer: A Parent's Guide to Video Games Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com . See resources from our past podcasts. Find more co...

Nov 16, 202329 min

Know Thy Gamer: A Parent’s Guide to Video Games: Drew Dixon

Should you be ignoring or removing your kids video games? Expert Drew Dixon thinks they can actually be positive—when handled wisely. Show Notes and Resources Learn more on how to navigate a heavy gaming relationship with Drew Dixon: lovethynerd.com What kind of games your kids are playing? Check the rating Get Drews book, Know Thy Gamer: A Parent's Guide to Video Games Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com . See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources...

Nov 15, 202327 min

Is Your Christian Kid Ready for College? Jeff Myers

Sending your Christian kid to college can flood you with emotion—and perhaps no small degree of fear. Author and Summit Ministries President Jeff Myers helps you navigate the challenges, combat anxiety, and advocating for truth that transforms the world in times of crisis. Show Notes and Resources Find out more about Jeff's ministry at summit.org Learn more about Summit Basecamp ; Speak with clarity and wisdom on the important issues facing Christians today Purchase Jeff's book: Truth Changes Ev...

Nov 14, 202328 min

When Kids Ask Hard Questions: Jeff Myers

When kids pose tough questions about a complex world—what's it look like to parent well? Author and Summit Ministries president Jeff Myers helps parents set the stage for authentic faith that goes the distance. Show Notes and Resources Find out more about Jeff's ministry at summit.org Learn more about Summit Basecamp ; Speak with clarity and wisdom on the important issues facing Christians today Purchase Jeff's book: Truth Changes Everything Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.co...

Nov 13, 202327 min

I Want to Punch You in the Face (But I Love Jesus): Sherri Lynn

Feel like once a month, you become the worst version of yourself? Radio host Sherri Lynn gets it—and is ready to talk about it with holiness and humor. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sherri Lynn through her podcast " Brant and Sherri Oddcast " Find out more about Sherri dnd grab her book on her website iamsherrilynn.com Thinking of donating? With any donation this week, we're sending out a free copy of a book by Jeff Kemp, "Receive" Tune into more episodes by Sherri Lynn on FamilyLife Tod...

Nov 10, 202331 min

Christians Get PMS, Too: Sherri Lynn

With humor, stories, and nuggets of physiological wisdom, radio host Sherri Lynn walks both men and women through the shame and taboo of PMS. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sherri Lynn through her podcast " Brant and Sherri Oddcast " Find out more about Sherri dnd grab her book on her website iamsherrilynn.com Thinking of donating? With any donation this week, we're sending out a free copy of a book by Jeff Kemp, "Receive" Tune into more episodes by Sherri Lynn on FamilyLife Today ! Find ...

Nov 09, 202329 min

4 Strategies for Authentic Manhood: Jeff Kemp

Former NFL Seahawks quarterback Jeff Kemp offers four solid strategies toward a powerful, humble, and fearless biblical manhood that goes the distance. Build a brotherhood and grab a copy of Jeff Kemp's Level Five Friendship Playbook: MenHuddle.com Click here to opt-in to Art of Marriage text messages! ..And listen in on Jeff's Podcast, Every Man Ministries And grab his book, Receive: The Way of Jesus for Men —or receive it free with your donation . Tune into more episodes by Jeff Kemp on Family...

Nov 08, 202328 min

Receive: The Way of Jesus for Men: Jeff Kemp

Ever feel the burn of trying to prove yourself as a guy? Former NFL Seahawks quarterback Jeff Kemp shows what it means to receive your identity as God's son and drink in Jesus' perfect example of being a man. Build a brotherhood and grab a copy of Jeff Kemp's Level Five Friendship Playbook: MenHuddle.com ..And listen in on Jeff's Podcast, Every Man Ministries And grab his book, Receive: The Way of Jesus for Men —or receive it free with your donation . Tune into more episodes by Jeff Kemp on Fami...

Nov 07, 202327 min

What Makes a Man? Jeff Kemp

From six-pack abs to sexual conquest to a big bank account or even spiritual performance, you might get the idea real manhood is earned. But former NFL Seahawks quarterback NFL Jeff Kemp knows that can leave a guy burned out, isolated, and confused. He tells his own story of moving out of insecurity and into confidence in what really makes a man—without competing or pretending. Build a brotherhood and grab a copy of Jeff Kemp's Level Five Friendship Playbook: MenHuddle.com ..And listen in on Jef...

Nov 06, 202330 min

Throwing a Chair at My Anxiety: Brian Barnett

A miasma of life-upending health issues depended on Brian Barnett—and left a mark. Here's how he's surmounting and healing the anxiety following legit trauma. [For] people who are dealing with chronic pain, oftentimes their brain goes into this state of extreme caution, and now, even though you're in a safe situation, your brain is still functioning in that way. -- Brian Barnett Show Notes and Resources Restore your marriage and find a event near you: Weekendtoremember.com Check out some key bib...

Nov 03, 202332 min

How to Be “All There” in Your Marriage: Jonathan Pokluda

Ever find that even when you're home, it's hard to be “all there” in your marriage? Jonathan Pokluda, author of Why Do I Do What I Don't Want to Do: Replace Deadly Vices with Life-Giving Virtues has ideas on chucking the habits stealing your full attention from your relationship. I think so often, we get stuck in this defense mode of trying not to sin, trying not to give into that; or even worse, hiding it rather than pursuing the virtuous life that God has for us and that He’s calling us to in ...

Nov 02, 202327 min

How to Wreck a Marriage: Jonathan Pokluda

If you knew there was someone actively seeking to wreck your marriage, what would you do? Author Jonathan Pokluda insists that enemy exists—and that knowing his strategies is critical to winning the war. He reveals ways to combat the vulnerabilities of your marriage for a deeper, more fulfilling relationship that truly wins. I think so often, we get stuck in this defense mode of trying not to sin, trying not to give into that; or even worse, hiding it rather than pursuing the virtuous life that ...

Nov 01, 202327 min

Powerful Vices–and Your Way Out: Jonathan Pokluda

The vise-grip of lust or critical thoughts can feel insurmountable. But from personal battles, author Jonathan Pokluda has come to a tangible escape hatch. If you're wondering how to break a bad habit at last, don't miss this thoughtful wisdom. Every human being that has ever lived, with one exception, has done lots of things they didn’t want to do. You see it in parenting so clearly—you know, the struggle is real—it’s like, “Man, why do that?” -- Jonathan Pokluda Show Notes and Resources Sign u...

Oct 31, 202327 min

Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want to Do? Jonathan Pokluda

Stuck in habits and vices you hate? Speaker and bestselling author J.P. Pokluda knows there's a better, more fulfilling way to live, and it doesn't involve looking inside yourself for the answers--because that's not where you'll find them. With his signature wit and wisdom, he explains, unpacks, and expands on the age-old virtues Scripture tells us to pursue. Far from being restrictive, these God-given goals for living free you to love and live as you wish you would. The enemy comes along and se...

Oct 30, 202326 min

5 Ways to Stop Sabotaging Your Marriage: Ted Lowe

Are there ways you're shooting your own marriage in the foot? Author Ted Lowe knows 5 bad habits that could stealthily undercut all the closeness you crave--and 5 ways to stop them. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Ted Lowe on his website, tedlowe.com and learn more about his company marriedpeople.org Get Ted's book, Us in Mind in our shop 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 !...

Oct 27, 202330 min

How to Be Single and Content: Sherri Lynn

Sherri Lynn, cohost of the Brant Hansen show, believes marriage isn't the only solution to loneliness. She gets real about the road to happy singleness—and offers wise ways to be single and content. I learned that “I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me,” and that that scripture—we use it a lot of times [saying], “I can get that job. I can get that car. I can get that degree. I can—” Then, “Sure! We can.” However, I can be content in all things. So, if God doesn't have that for m...

Oct 26, 202335 min

Radical Kindness for Your Community: Stephen Viars

What if your church—and your life—were known for their radical kindness? Pastor and author Stephen Viars chats about his church's radical, community-altering approach to outreach. You know, one of the things I love about community ministry is that it's often not, “I have to build something new.” It's more about using what I already have to meet a need. I've been in Lafayette at Faith Church for 36 years, and the gentleman that hired me was named Bill Goode, my predecessor. When I went to Faith, ...

Oct 25, 202331 min

Irresistible Outreach: Stephen Viars

Is your church's outreach irresistible? Pastor and author Stephen Viars thinks it can be! Find ideas to dive wholeheartedly and thoughtfully into the needs and heartbeat of your community. It's a church movement. It's a church that really wants to love our community. We do a lot of strategic ministry planning at our church. One of the things that we often say is, “Often, the best ministry idea resides in the heart of the shyest person in the room. -- Stephen Viars Show Notes and Resources Connec...

Oct 24, 202327 min

Loving Your Community: Stephen Viars

When it comes to loving their communities, churches can get a bad rap for saying no until they have to say yes. But three decades as a pastor have made author Stephen Viars reconsider: Their church longs to move into indispensable roles that wrap arms around the entire community. Grab ideas to live in can't-miss ways in your own zipcode. It's, “Go love your neighbor where they are right now. Go find a need and then just see how you can meet that need together, wherever they are.” Then, often, th...

Oct 23, 202329 min

The Unexpected Jesus You Need: Eric and Erikah Rivera

Authors and speakers Eric and Erikah Rivera have wandered roads complicated, bleak, and uncertain. But in the worst of times, they've encountered an unexpected Jesus. Tap into a hope that just might surprise you. We can have great failures that are followed by tons of shame and regret. We're just so disappointed with ourselves. Peter was there. We can say, “God is done with us now.” Do you know God didn't tell us that? We can make that conclusion for God because we just are so ashamed of what we...

Oct 20, 202329 min

Unexpected Jesus: Eric and Erikah Rivera

Authors and speakers Eric and Erikah Rivera have wandered roads complicated, bleak, and uncertain. But in the worst of times, they've encountered an unexpected Jesus. Tap into a hope that just might surprise you. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Eric Rivera on instagram: @drericrivera Watch the Rivera's on the Awesome Marriage Podcast When God Meets Us Where We Are Get Erik's book, Unexpected Jesus: How the Resurrected Christ Finds Us, Meets Us, Heals Us Find resources from this podcast at ...

Oct 19, 202330 min

Pray Big: Paul Miller

Hope in a discouraging world: It's hard to come by. But bestselling author Paul Miller knows one habit –prayer—can catapult life beyond imagination. Don't settle for a powerless faith. Find out how to pray big. It's one thing to learn to be dependent individually, but when you begin to learn to pray together and think of the family; when a family can begin to pray together, or the parts of the family—when I can close a conversation off with one of my kids, “Hey, can we just pray together about t...

Oct 18, 202333 min

The Power of Praying Together: Paul Miller

Could you create a culture of prayer in your family—with an impact on generations? Bestselling author Paul Miller gets passionate about the power of praying together. Get inspired to reconnect with a God bigger than our expectations. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Paul Miller at seejesus.net or on Instagram @seeingjesus Get Paul's book, A Praying Church Take a prayer course by Paul Miller Check out more episodes from Paul Miller Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com . Se...

Oct 17, 202326 min

The Couple that Prays: Paul Miller

It can feel tough…or weird…to pray together as a couple. But have you ever wondered what you might be missing out on if you don't? Bestselling author Paul Miller digs into the why and how of creating space to look to God together. It is wicked hard to begin to pray with your wife. I mean, this is true with most people. It's hard for men, especially. You really have to do “believe all things, bears all things, endures all things.” That's the secret— Paul Miller Show Notes and Resources Connect wi...

Oct 16, 202325 min

God and Your Sex Life: Dr. Juli and Mike Slattery

Could knowing God's whole picture for intimacy rev up your sex life? Dr. Juli and Mike Slattery explore how understanding God's character in married sex transforms your bedroom. Faithfulness is this idea of character and trust. It's not just sexual fidelity, but it's trusting each other's character that, “Hey, I'm not going anywhere. We're in this together, even if I'm having a bad day, or we're going through a season of marriage where we're not communicating, we're not giving up." It's that fou...

Oct 13, 202329 min
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