You're attractive to God because He loves you infinitely. The love of God flows forth and bestows good, making sinners attractive because they are loved. As the beloved, you're set apart and belong to God, with an indelible mark of his loving signature on your life. [... more]

We are craving attachment, a deep and true emotional loving connection to others, because we were designed for this. Our brains develop through emotional bonding, and without it, we cannot develop in a healthy way. The gospel is shared when we learn to see ourselves as beloved, and this changes everything. [... more]

The Christian life is a life of shared power with Jesus Christ, where power flows through relationship and attachment to God, rather than detachment or willpower. This is an invitation into a love relationship with God, where you find yourself experiencing his love and knowing yourself inseparable from the love of God in Christ. [... more]

The story of the sons of Sceva, who attempted to cast out demons using the name of Jesus without having a personal relationship with Him, serves as a lesson on the importance of power and love in the Christian life. It highlights the difference between using Jesus' name as a magic formula and having a genuine attachment to God, which is the source of true spiritual power and joy. [... more]

Couples can grow their marriage through stressful times by learning to identify and manage their stress responses, develop emotional intimacy, and practice the comfort cycle. This involves being aware of each other's stress responses, engaging in meaningful communication, and resolving conflicts in a healthy and loving way. [... more]

Stress in marriage can be a significant challenge, but understanding and managing it can lead to a stronger, healthier relationship. Mylan and Kay Yurkovich discuss the importance of recognizing and addressing stress in marriage, and how it can be managed through relational support, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. They also explore the different love styles and how they impact relationships, including the secure attachment, avoider, pleaser, vacillator, controller, and victim. By understanding these concepts and working together, couples can build a stronger foundation for their marriage and improve their communication and emotional connection. [... more]

Zach Clinton shares his testimony and the importance of secure attachment in coaching and mentoring, emphasizing the need to make individuals feel safe, seen, and soothed. He also discusses the power of God's grace and the value of discipleship in all areas of life. [... more]

The speaker explores the connection between Jesus's words, praise, and attachment, using biblical references and personal experiences to illustrate the importance of faith and love in the Christian journey. [... more]

Understanding love styles and attachment patterns can help individuals and couples identify areas for growth and improvement in their marital relationships. By recognizing how childhood experiences shape adult attachment styles, couples can work towards developing a secure attachment and a deeper level of intimacy. This process involves acknowledging and working through past traumas, learning to communicate effectively, and developing healthy coping mechanisms. [... more]

Discovering your love style and how it shapes your behavior, beliefs, and expectations can strengthen your marriage and make it thrive. Understanding attachment, sanctification, and emotional intelligence can help you navigate relationships and develop emotional maturity. [... more]

The preacher challenges the congregation to focus on knowing Christ better in 2016, emphasizing the importance of faith, righteousness, and the power of resurrection. He encourages listeners to get to know their faith, apply it to their lives, and experience the power of God's resurrection. The preacher also discusses the fellowship of sufferings and the need to be conformable to Christ's death, letting go of material attachment to truly know Christ. [... more]

Sharing personal stories of spiritual wounding and healing, guests discuss how their experiences with abuse, addiction, and trauma have led to breakthroughs and forgiveness, highlighting the importance of Jesus in the healing process. [... more]

Foster care and adoption can be a meaningful experience, but it comes with challenges. Families need emotional, tangible, and informational support to thrive. Christians can play a role in supporting foster and adoptive families, and the church can provide a platform for healing and growth. [... more]

Raising children to live joyful lives involves connecting with them, providing attention, and teaching skills that promote emotional capacity and maturity. A simple model for developing a child's maturity at every level involves attunement, building bounce, correcting with care, and developing disciplines relationally. [... more]

Paul's letter to the Philippians emphasizes the importance of understanding one's identity as a Christian, being in Christ, and having citizenship in heaven, which transcends earthly ties and provides security, dignity, and significance. [... more]

Building a strong foundation of attachment with children is crucial for their future success and ability to connect with others. Dr. Gary Chapman and his guests discuss the importance of attachment theory, fearless exploration, unwavering resilience, and wise decision-making in helping children develop relational intelligence. [... more]

Parents can grow every day by focusing on their unique strengths and weaknesses, and by learning how to interact and relate to their children in healthy ways. Understanding attachment styles, such as the pleaser, avoider, and vacillator, can help parents identify areas where their children may be struggling and provide them with the tools they need to succeed. By being intentional and consistent in their parenting, parents can help their children develop emotional intelligence and build strong, secure relationships with them. [... more]

Mylan and Kay Yurkovich discuss their book, How We Love Our Kids, which explores the five love styles of parenting: secure connector, avoider, pleaser, vacillator, and controller. They share how understanding these styles can help parents develop healthier relationships with their children and teach them to regulate their emotions. [... more]

Manasseh's story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of idolatry and the importance of humility and repentance. Dr. Tony Evans explains how idols can lead to demonic attachment and how God's heart is moved by true repentance, offering a message of hope and redemption. [... more]

Helping children understand and manage their emotions is crucial for their emotional and spiritual development. Parents can play a significant role in teaching their kids to recognize and process their feelings, leading to increased emotional intelligence and maturity. By using tools like feelings charts and engaging in open conversations, parents can help their children develop a deeper understanding of their emotions and learn to navigate them in a healthy way. [... more]

A couple shares their 15-year journey of healing and growth in their marriage, overcoming intimacy issues and emotional disconnection through honest conversations, emotional vulnerability, and learning to understand each other's attachment styles and love languages. [... more]

God created humans as sexual beings with a distinction between male and female, but Satan seeks to break God's design. Many couples struggle with intimacy due to misunderstandings, unmet expectations, and lack of communication. The love styles concept, developed by Mylan and Kay Yurkovich, identifies five unhealthy attachment styles: avoider, pleaser, vacillator, controller, and victim. These styles can impact physical intimacy in marriage, leading to stress, anxiety, and disconnection. A secure connector, on the other hand, has a healthy attachment style, characterized by emotional vulnerability, honesty, and conflict resolution. [... more]

Emotional safety and intelligence are crucial for children's development, and parents play a significant role in teaching them to manage their emotions. Research shows that emotional safety is more important than STEM skills in determining team productivity, and unresolved emotions can lead to misbehavior, depression, and addiction. By labeling and validating emotions, parents can help their children develop emotional intelligence and a secure attachment, leading to healthier relationships and a more stable future. [... more]

Stacey and Darren Gagman share their journey as foster and adoptive parents, discussing their experiences with trauma, attachment, and special needs. They explain the concept of 'backwards parenting' and how it has helped them connect with their children. The couple also talks about their book, 'Cowboy Joel and the Wild Wild West,' which aims to teach children about acceptance and inclusion. [... more]

A caregiver shares their emotional struggle with their mother's passing and the guilt of not being able to comfort her in her grief. They find solace in their Christian faith, understanding that God redeems even the broken and imperfect moments in life. [... more]

The Church's response to human sexuality and sexual sin is crucial in today's culture. Gary Ingram, a board member of Restored Hope Network, shares his personal story of coming out of the homosexual lifestyle and finding redemption through Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and transparency in the church, and the need for Christians to speak truth to the issues of our time. [... more]