Military wives often face unique challenges, including frequent moves, deployments, and uncertainty. However, these experiences can also be opportunities for spiritual growth and service. Beth Runkel shares her personal story of finding faith and purpose in the midst of military life, and emphasizes the importance of prayer and biblical marriage in navigating the challenges of military life. [... more]

God's Word offers profound and transformative perspectives on managing money, changing how we see it. Sharon Epps joins Rob West to discuss powerful biblical principles for financial decisions, including the power of trust, focus, priorities, planning, and decision-making. [... more]

Parents Brian and Stephanie Carter share their experiences and insights on how to build long-lasting relationships with their children, including the importance of giving choices, offering options, and modeling spiritual growth. They discuss how to cultivate each child's unique personality, set realistic expectations, and provide a supportive environment for their children to thrive. [... more]

A pastor and his wife share their journey of rediscovering their priorities and reconnecting with God, leading to a stronger marriage and family. They discuss the importance of setting goals, having a safe couple, and cultivating a relationship with God to build long-lasting relationships. [... more]

Christian parents often struggle with the pressure to provide their children with a successful youth sports experience, but this can lead to performance pressure and a lack of enjoyment for their kids. Research shows that spending more money on youth sports actually decreases a child's enjoyment of the activity. Ed and Brian discuss how to approach youth sports in a way that prioritizes discipleship and lifelong learning, rather than just focusing on winning and achievement. [... more]

Elijah, a prophet of God, experienced a season of depression after a spiritual high on Mount Carmel. He was emotionally depressed due to fear, spiritually depressed due to feeling empty and under spiritual attack, and physically depressed due to exhaustion. God sent an angel to provide for Elijah's needs, and he found strength in God's provision and peace in God's voice, even in the still small voice. [... more]

Maintaining a standard of excellence during the Christmas season can be challenging, especially when faced with extra services, special programs, and last-minute changes. Dr. Abadan Shah shares his insights on how to prioritize joy and excellence, rather than just going through the motions, and how to avoid burnout by focusing on the true meaning of the season. [... more]

Staying focused on what God has called you to do is crucial in Christian ministry. When faced with discouragement, it's easy to jump into new ideas, but this can divert from the main thing. Dr. Abadan Shah shares his experience of being a pastor and how he learned to stay focused on the word of God and prayer, even when things got tough. [... more]

Moses' father-in-law, Jethro, offers wise advice to his son-in-law, suggesting he delegate tasks to able men to avoid burnout and ensure effective leadership, drawing parallels with the appointment of elders in the New Testament. [... more]

Carrie Newhoff, pastor, speaker, and best-selling author, shares his journey from burnout to biblical rest, emphasizing the importance of managing energy rather than time, and delegating tasks to others when not at their best. He discusses how to prioritize tasks, set boundaries, and maintain a healthy work-life balance, highlighting the benefits of Sabbath and prehab in achieving rest and rejuvenation. [... more]

God's design for creation involves both work and rest, with Sabbath being a gift that recalibrates our hearts to prioritize relationships with God and others, and helps us experience intimacy with Him, delight in beauty, and deepen our well-being. [... more]

A caregiver shares his 40-year journey of supporting his wife through medical challenges, highlighting the importance of emotional support, mental health, and family dynamics in caregiving. He also discusses his work with Dr. Barry Jacobs, a psychologist and fellow caregiver, and their conversation on the impact of caregiving on individuals and families. [... more]

A former stay-at-home mom shares how her mother-in-law, Major Joyce Michaels, taught her about love and faith, while a military commander recounts his miraculous recovery from COVID-19 and the impact it had on his outlook on life. [... more]

A former stay-home mom shares her journey of finding faith and purpose through her mother-in-law's love and guidance. A military commander recounts his miraculous recovery from COVID-19 and the lessons he learned about the power of love and second chances. [... more]

Marriage is a 100%, 100% proposition, an unconditional commitment to an imperfect person, requiring sacrifice and perseverance, and not a 50-50 proposition as commonly believed. Christy Brinkley has a new book out, and she goes, just I have one regret. I've been married four times. I've just never been able to make a marriage work. Or you look at some of the most famous people, think of some of the people that played in Friends, or my heart goes out to a J-Lo, a beautiful woman, super successful, and You know, it's this guy, then it's the next guy, then it's the next guy, and it's the next big wedding, the next big wedding. See, if you believe that it shouldn't be hard when it gets hard? You just jump to the next person. And here's the thing. The pain and the attachment And the scars are of each and every relationship. And I'm no expert, but believe me, I've studied a lot of psychology and I can tell you this, with every broken relationship, there are scars and there's deep down issues in your heart that I don't measure up. You can say it's the other person and you can whine and you can blame and you can say all kind of things. But when you go after serial multiple relationships that don't work. It brings a brokenness in your soul. You know how Jesus feels about people that have been through things like that? He weeps for them. He cares about them. He has a plan. It's called marriage. He has some rules called fidelity, trust. He created marriage so that we could flourish. So we could be loved. And as the song says, we're looking for love in all the wrong places. The truth is that everything of great value requires commitment, sacrifice, and perseverance. As my spouse and I face challenges and overcome them, our intimacy and joy will far outweigh our present problems. [... more]

Jeff McCutcheon, the police chief of Oxford, Mississippi, shares his story of transformation and growth in law enforcement, focusing on community policing and building relationships with the community. He discusses the importance of compassion, wisdom, and serving others, and how these values have impacted his career and personal life. [... more]

A caregiver's journey to prioritize their own health and wellness, overcoming shame, guilt, and fear to live a calmer, healthier, and more joyful life, and sharing their story to inspire others to do the same. [... more]

Jesus' example of prioritizing rest and team-building is crucial for ministry leaders, as seen in Mark 6:30-31, where he takes his disciples to a deserted place to rest and recharge. This approach allows for bonding, relaxation, and rejuvenation, ultimately leading to a healthier team and a more effective pursuit of God's kingdom. [... more]

Loneliness is a painful experience that affects many people, causing feelings of separation, emptiness, and disconnection. It can lead to lower moral standards, depression, and even suicide. Solitude, on the other hand, is a vital part of every person's life, allowing for emotional revitalization and rediscovery. Understanding the difference between loneliness and solitude is crucial in overcoming this issue and maintaining emotional health. [... more]

The Bible's book of Ecclesiastes exposes the emptiness of chasing approval and status, revealing that true purpose and meaning come from God, not material wealth or pleasure. [... more]