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Building Relationships

Dr. Gary Chapman

June 27, 2026

A Christian counselor addresses various relationship struggles, including communication issues, marriage problems, and parenting challenges. He offers advice on how to improve relationships, including the importance of forgiveness, effective communication, and understanding love languages. He also discusses the challenges of dealing with adult children who have made poor life choices and how to maintain a strong marriage while supporting them. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

June 26, 2026

Venezuela Earthquake, NYC Socialists, Canada Law, and Fathers

The devastating earthquake in Venezuela has raised questions about the country's cultural resilience and the impact of Marxist ideology. Meanwhile, in the United States, the rise of socialism and the decline of religious influence are causing concern. Christians are grappling with issues of identity, truth, and human dignity, while a new hate crime law in Canada has sparked debate about freedom of speech and religion. [... more]

Destined for Victory

Pastor Paul Sheppard

June 26, 2026

Be Faithful pt. 2 (cont'd)

Living a life of faithfulness, humility, and integrity is crucial for Christians, especially in their professional and personal lives. Pastor Paul Shepard emphasizes the importance of being a good steward, having spiritual parents, and being faithful to one's calling, whether in vocational ministry or in other areas of life. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

June 26, 2026

The 5 Traits of a Great Dad: Jerrad Lopes

Dads need to model humility, ask their children about their hearts, and say no to distractions to focus on their primary role as disciple makers. They should also apologize to their children when they mess up, and make an effort to spend quality time with them. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

June 25, 2026

Intentional Fatherhood: Jerrad Lopes & Bobby Markham

Dads can struggle with feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to connect with their kids, but by dwelling with the Lord and being fully present with their children, they can build strong relationships and become the men God created them to be. This requires intentionality, self-awareness, and a willingness to surrender to God's plan. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

June 24, 2026

Proven Strategies for Establishing Healthy Boundaries With Your Kids (Part 2 of 2)

Teaching children to respect boundaries and develop healthy relationships is crucial for their emotional and psychological well-being. Parents must learn to set clear boundaries, be consistent, and show unconditional love to help their children grow into mature and responsible individuals. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

June 23, 2026

Parenting Through Trauma Without Losing Yourself: Peter Mutabazi

Peter Mutabazi shares his personal story of overcoming a difficult childhood and becoming a foster parent, highlighting the importance of emotional healing, sacrificial love, and creating a safe space for children to express themselves. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

June 23, 2026

Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries With Your Kids (Part 1 of 2)

Establishing healthy boundaries with children is crucial for their emotional development and resilience. Dr. John Townsend shares practical advice on how parents can set boundaries, manage emotional consequences, and teach children to manage their own responsibilities. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

June 23, 2026

Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries

Setting boundaries with children is crucial for their emotional and psychological development. Parents must learn to balance love and structure, avoiding emotional consequences and promoting resilience. By establishing clear rules and consequences, parents can help their children develop a sense of responsibility and self-discipline, ultimately leading to healthier and more secure children. [... more]

Destined for Victory

Pastor Paul Sheppard

June 22, 2026

Fatherhood by the Book pt. 3 (cont'd)

Fathers have a responsibility to provide for their children's physical, financial, and emotional needs. This includes teaching them how to manage money, delay gratification, and develop a work ethic. By being a role model and demonstrating wisdom, fathers can help their children grow into responsible and successful adults. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

June 22, 2026

Loving Kids From Hard Places: A Foster Parenting Story--Peter Mutabazi

Peter Mutabazi shares his remarkable journey from being a street kid in Uganda to becoming a single foster dad to over 40 kids, and how he learned to love and care for them despite their trauma and challenges. He emphasizes the importance of meeting children's physical needs before sharing the gospel, and how his own experiences of poverty and abuse have shaped his approach to parenting and faith. [... more]

Destined for Victory

Pastor Paul Sheppard

June 19, 2026

Fatherhood by the Book pt. 3

Fathers are called to be prophetic, speaking God's word into the lives of their children. This involves being present, a priest, and a prophet, as well as preparing their children for life by training them in the ways of God and helping them understand how biblical principles apply to every area of their lives. [... more]

Grace To You

John MacArthur

June 19, 2026

Crucial Lessons for a Wise Father (B)

Fathers have a crucial responsibility to teach their sons wisdom, godly living, and biblical leadership, as failing to do so can lead to the devil's influence and rebellion. John MacArthur emphasizes the importance of fearing God, guarding one's mind, obeying parents, selecting companions, controlling one's body, enjoying marriage, watching words, pursuing work, managing money, and loving one's neighbor. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

June 19, 2026

How to Break Generational Patterns--Even If You Didn’t Have a Good Dad: Dads Panel

As Christian parents, we strive to demonstrate the gospel to our children, teaching them to trust God with their lives and to run the race of faith. We must be intentional about showing them the ways of the Lord, even when we fail, and help them understand that our goal is not to have a perfect, righteous child, but to raise them to be men and women of God, who will carry on the legacy of faith that we have been given. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

June 19, 2026

How to Be a Father When You are Fatherless | Leading by Living

Pastor Greg Laurie shares his personal story of growing up without a father and how he found God's love and guidance. He emphasizes the importance of being a godly father, leaving a legacy, and modeling faith for children. He also encourages those who are fatherless to know that they have a loving Heavenly Father who desires a relationship with them. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

June 19, 2026

Why Fathers Matter

Mothers and fathers play unique and essential roles in their children's growth and well-being, with research showing that dads contribute significantly to a child's emotional regulation, academic performance, and mental health, particularly in early childhood and adolescence. [... more]

Destined for Victory

Pastor Paul Sheppard

June 18, 2026

Fatherhood by the Book pt. 2 (cont'd)

The Bible challenges fathers to be present in the lives of their children, to be a priest in prayer, and to be prophetic in speaking God's word into their lives. A godly father's presence and involvement can have a significant impact on their children's well-being, education, and spiritual development. [... more]

Grace To You

John MacArthur

June 18, 2026

Crucial Lessons for a Wise Father

Fathers have a high priority role in teaching their sons spiritual wisdom, which includes fearing God, guarding their minds, obeying parents, selecting good companions, and being holy. The book of Proverbs provides a manual for fathers to teach their sons, emphasizing the importance of these qualities in raising a generation of godly leaders. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

June 18, 2026

How to Be a Father When You are Fatherless | The Father Who Stays

Even if you've been dealt a hand like this in life, God can step in and change the story. You're not defined by your past, and God can be the Father who never had. A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society. Children are on loan to us for a short time, and our job is to help them mature and become responsible. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

June 18, 2026

Engagement over Ease: How Men Avoid Passivity and Choose Presence--Dads Panel

Real men reject passivity and take intentional steps to connect with their families, confess their sins, and prioritize their relationships with their children and spouses. By living in community and seeking accountability, men can overcome their tendencies towards passivity and become better husbands, fathers, and role models for their kids. [... more]