Parents often face the teen years with fear because we often don't fully understand what struggles teens are dealing with Jodie wants to equip parents of teens to pray with confidence about dating peer pressure social media prodigals and more using the power of God's Word Part of Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens and the audio download of the broadcast Praying for Your Teen's Heart and Future for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get More Episode Resources We'd love [... more]

Parents often face the teen years with fear because we often don't fully understand what struggles teens are dealing with Jodie wants to equip parents of teens to pray with confidence about dating peer pressure social media prodigals and more using the power of God's Word Part of Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens and the audio download of the broadcast Praying for Your Teen's Heart and Future for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get More Episode Resources We'd love [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Lowell Lytle has been one of the privileged few who has seen Titanic first-hand Lowell has played the part of Captain Smith at Titanic events all over the globe and has been entertaining guests at the Titanic Museum for more than fifteen years He is also the author of the inspiring read Diving Into The Deep Here's Lowell Lytle to tell his story and the story of The Titanic's Last Hero Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

A panel of parents join with Jim Daly and John Fuller to discuss preparing their children for the teen years and adulthood providing a biblical perspective on sexuality peer relationships and technology Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback [... more]

Fifteen years ago Chris Bledsoe's life was falling apart when he says his health and financial fortunes were miraculously salvaged by a mysterious UFO apparition resembling balls of fire in the air Chris says this was just the first of many encounters with these strange apparitions He joins Charlie to share his story Then Charlie reacts to his ultra-viral interview with RFK Jr and the continued threat of a No Labels candidate in Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Parents often struggle to communicate effectively during the teen years Dr Ken Wilgus encourages moms and dads to relax a little bit back off from micromanaging and start treating their teen more like a budding adult This includes showing them more respect and communicating to them the same way you would another adult Part of Receive the book Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and a free audio download of How to Talk With Your Teen Without Losing Your Mind for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support [... more]

Parents often struggle to communicate effectively during the teen years Dr Ken Wilgus encourages moms and dads to relax a little bit back off from micromanaging and start treating their teen more like a budding adult This includes showing them more respect and communicating to them the same way you would another adult Part of Receive the book Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and a free audio download of How to Talk With Your Teen Without Losing Your Mind for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories in Richard Wurmbrand publicly stated Communism and Christianity were incompatible As a result he was imprisoned and tortured by the Communist r gime of Romania After serving a total of fourteen years he and his wife Sabina who had also been imprisoned were ransomed for and immigrated to America Richard Wurmbrand founded the international organization Voice of the Martyrs and spoke throughout the United States What you are about to hear is one of those talks Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The Red Dress project was conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod and has become an exhibit in museums and galleries around the world For thirteen years eighty-four pieces of burgundy silk traveled across the globe to be embroidered upon by more than three hundred women and a handful of men The pieces were then constructed into a gown telling the stories of each contributing artist mdash many of whom are marginalized and impoverished Like the Red Dress the garments worn by Aaron and his descendants were made by many ldquo skilled workers rdquo Exodus God rsquo s instructions for the [... more]

Focus on the Family Vice President of Parenting and Youth Danny Huerta and popular author Jessie Minassian offer parents practical advice for teaching their kids about sex puberty and the many changes they'll experience during their teen years Part of Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback [... more]

Focus on the Family Vice President of Parenting and Youth Danny Huerta and popular author Jessie Minassian offer parents practical advice for teaching their kids about sex puberty and the many changes they'll experience during their teen years Part of Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback [... more]

When Pastor Bob suffered an injury that affected his voice he entered fifteen years of crisis and depression What he wondered does a pastor do who can rsquo t talk He struggled with this question pouring out his grief and confusion to God He reflected ldquo I only knew one thing to do mdash to go after the Word of God rdquo As he spent time reading the Bible his love for God grew ldquo I rsquo ve devoted my life to absorbing and immersing myself in the Scripture because faith comes from hearing and hearing by the word of [... more]

When Serena Dyksen was just thirteen years old she faced an unplanned pregnancy and an abortion that affected her entire life She and her husband Bruce encourage you to see the overflowing grace of God in your circumstances as well as His perfect plan for healing in your life Whether abortion is a part of your past or a current decision you are trying to make there is hope Part of Receive the book She Found His Grace and an audio download of the broadcast Finding Grace After an Abortion for your donation of any amount Your donation will support [... more]

When Serena Dyksen was just thirteen years old she faced an unplanned pregnancy and an abortion that affected her entire life She and her husband Bruce encourage you to see the overflowing grace of God in your circumstances as well as His perfect plan for healing in your life Whether abortion is a part of your past or a current decision you are trying to make there is hope Part of Receive the book She Found His Grace and an audio download of the broadcast Finding Grace After an Abortion for your donation of any amount Your donation will support [... more]

Sara lost her mother when she was just fourteen years old She and her siblings lost their house soon after and became homeless Years later Sara wanted to provide her future children with an inheritance that could be passed down from generation to generation She worked extremely hard to purchase a house giving her family the stable home she never had Investing in a home for future generations is an act of faith mdash taking steps toward a future you don rsquo t yet see God told the prophet Jeremiah to purchase land just before the violent siege of Jerusalem [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories This Day in History Titanic sank in - Lowell Lytle has been one of the privileged few who has seen Titanic first-hand Lowell has played the part of Captain Smith at Titanic events all over the globe and has been entertaining guests at the Titanic Museum for more than fifteen years He is also the author of the inspiring read Diving Into The Deep Here's Lowell Lytle to tell his story and the story of The Titanic's Last Hero Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy [... more]

Although just thirteen years old DeAvion took up a challenge to serve others He and his mom had heard a story about a man who called on kids to mow fifty lawns for free during their summer break Their focus was to assist veterans single moms people with disabilities mdash or anyone who just needed help The founder who had mowed fifty lawns in fifty states created the challenge to teach the importance of work ethic and giving back to the community Despite the heat and other activities a teenager could pursue in the summer DeAvion chose to serve others [... more]

I call it the ldquo lean to green rdquo miracle It rsquo s happened every spring for more than fifteen years mdash and I rsquo m still amazed when it does Coming out of the winter months the grass in our yard is dusty and brown so much so a casual passerby might believe it rsquo s dead Colorado has snow in the mountains but the climate on the plains mdash ldquo the Front Range rdquo mdash is dry with most warmer months full of drought warnings But every year around the end of May I turn on the sprinklers [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie describes his troubled past growing up in the turbulent 's As an illegitimate child Greg questioned whether his life had any meaning or purpose While his single mom was out partying Greg sought solace through drugs and alcohol in his pre-teen years Greg reminds listeners that we're all in a search that can only be satisfied by a relationship with God through Jesus Christ Part of Receive the book Jesus Revolution and an audio download of the broadcast My Passion For the Harvest for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie describes his troubled past growing up in the turbulent 's As an illegitimate child Greg questioned whether his life had any meaning or purpose While his single mom was out partying Greg sought solace through drugs and alcohol in his pre-teen years Greg reminds listeners that we're all in a search that can only be satisfied by a relationship with God through Jesus Christ Part of Receive the book Jesus Revolution and an audio download of the broadcast My Passion For the Harvest for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd [... more]

A panel of parents join with Jim Daly and John Fuller to discuss preparing their children for the teen years and adulthood providing a biblical perspective on sexuality peer relationships and technology Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources http www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast investing-in-your-child-for-the-teen-years featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories in Richard Wurmbrand publicly stated Communism and Christianity were incompatible As a result he was imprisoned and tortured by the Communist r gime of Romania After serving a total of fourteen years he and his wife Sabina who had also been imprisoned were ransomed for and immigrated to America Richard Wurmbrand founded the international organization Voice of the Martyrs and spoke throughout the United States Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Lowell Lytle has been one of the privileged few who has seen Titanic first-hand Lowell has played the part of Captain Smith at Titanic events all over the globe and has been entertaining guests at the Titanic Museum for more than fifteen years He is also the author of the inspiring read Diving Into The Deep Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

In the Socratic Club was established at England rsquo s Oxford University The club was formed for the express purpose of encouraging debate between believers in Jesus and atheists or agnostics Religious debate at a secular university isn rsquo t that unusual but what is surprising the man who chaired the Socratic Club for fifteen years mdash the great Christian scholar C S Lewis Willing to have his thinking tested Lewis believed that faith in Christ could stand up to whatever scrutiny it received He knew there was credible rational evidence for believing in Jesus In a sense Lewis was [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories John Defoore went to war at nineteen years old He earned Today at years old he shares some of his stories from war and how they still affect him today Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The drawbacks and dangers of phones for teens can feel intimidating Author David Eaton offers tips to turn teen's phones from a liability to an asset Show Notes and Resources Check out David Eatons Ministry Axis to get the latest tools for your child's teen years Find resources from this podcast at shop familylife com 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 podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network [... more]

Overreacting with your teen Author David Eaton knows the anger is real and stakes are high Grab ideas on how to love your teenager even when they blow it Show Notes and Resources Check out David Eatons Ministry Axis to get the latest tools for your child's teen years Find resources from this podcast at shop familylife com 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 podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network [... more]

By age over million walk away from faith How can we handle hard awkward moments Author David Eaton offers ideas for engaging your teen's world Show Notes and Resources Check out David Eatons Ministry Axis to get the latest tools for your child's teen years Find resources from this podcast at shop familylife com 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 podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network [... more]

In a car executive visiting Denmark learned that a Buick Dual Cowl Phaeton was owned by a local resident Since the car never actually went into production it was a rare find mdash a one-of-kind vehicle Delighted with the discovery the executive bought the car and spent his time and money to have it restored Currently this unique car is featured in a world-renowned collection of classic vehicles Hidden treasures can take many forms and in the book of Chronicles we read about another discovery of a lost treasure Eighteen years into his reign as king of Israel Josiah began [... more]

Rich reacts to Charles Barkley's interest in joining the LIV Golf Tour and says his departure from Turner Sports' 'Inside the NBA' would be a loss for all of us Rich breaks down the Athletic's QB Tier ratings as determined by a poll of NFL coaches and executives Comedian David A Arnold joins Rich in-studio where he laments the heartbreak and frustration that comes with being a lifelong Cleveland Browns fan offers up some hilarious parenting advice to Rich with his kids fast approaching their teen years and says how he's reacting to his wife elbowing in on his popularity [... more]

The transition from childhood to adulthood is difficult If you have a soon-to-be teenager in your house don't miss this summer best-of Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman The teen years are full of physical and emotional changes How do you navigate them Hear wisdom from Dr Chapman as he discusses Things I Wish I'd Known Before My Child Became a Teenager Featured resource Things I Wish I'd Known Before My Child Became A Teenager See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Dr Gary Chapman gives you some insight into the teen years He explains how teens are developing the ability to think logically and are learning to process anger Dr Chapman shares methods to help teens learn to apologize forgive and nurtures an attitude of service in them Receive Gary's book Things I Wish I'd Known Before My Child Became a Teenager for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast coaching-your-kids-through-the-teen-years featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback [... more]

After Prem Pradham rsquo s ndash plane was shot down during World War II he was wounded in the leg by ground fire while parachuting to safety As a result he walked with a limp for the rest of his life He once noted ldquo I have a lame leg Isn rsquo t it strange of God that He called me to preach the gospel in the Himalaya Mountains rdquo And preach in Nepal he did mdash but not without opposition that included imprisonment in ldquo dungeons of death rdquo where prisoners faced extreme conditions In a span of fifteen [... more]

The transition from childhood to adulthood is difficult If you have a soon-to-be teenager in your house don't miss this edition of Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman The teen years are full of physical and emotional changes How do you navigate them Hear wisdom from Dr Chapman as he discusses Things I Wish I'd Known Before My Child Became a Teenager See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

http christiancarguy com https www amazon com No-Longer-Little-Parenting-Tweens dp No one tells you what to expect Your year old that loves school suddenly takes hours to get math done Don't even ask about everything else The year old that loves to run errands now can t remember the one thing you told them to bring you long enough to get out of the room And the year old EMOTIONAL TURMOIL Change your shirt before you leave you tell your son but he explodes You don't care about me This is my favorite shirt You're always criticizing me Or you walk [... more]

For fourteen years the Mars rover Opportunity faithfully communicated with the people at NASA rsquo s Jet Propulsion Laboratory After it landed in it traversed twenty-eight miles of the Martian surface took thousands of images and analyzed many materials But in communication between Opportunity and scientists ended when a major dust storm coated its solar panels causing the rover to lose power Is it possible that we can allow ldquo dust rdquo to block our communication with Someone outside of our world When it comes to prayer mdash communicating with God mdash there are certain things that can get in [... more]

For fifteen years Mike Burden held hate-filled meetings in the memorabilia shop he ran in his small town But in when his wife began to question his involvement his heart softened He realized how wrong his racist views were and didn rsquo t want to be that person any longer The militant group retaliated by kicking his family out of the apartment they rsquo d been renting from a member Where did he turn for help Surprisingly he went to a local black pastor with whom he rsquo d clashed The pastor and his church provided housing and groceries for [... more]

David rsquo s first beating came at the hands of his father on his seventh nbsp birthday after he accidentally broke a window ldquo He kicked me and punched me David said Afterward he apologized He was an abusive alcoholic and it rsquo s a cycle I rsquo m doing my best to end now rdquo nbsp But it took a long time for David to get to this point Most of his teen years and twenties were spent in jail or on probation and in and out of addiction treatment centers When it felt like his dreams were entirely [... more]

When we see our kids headed in the wrong direction we want to help turn them around But ultimately it's our child's choice Author Craig Svensson talks to the Wilsons about his son's ongoing battle with drug addiction While Craig and his wife tried every avenue possible to find him help Eric continued to use After fifteen years on and off the streets and in and out of hospitals Svensson tells how Eric lost his battle with addiction in January dying sick and alone at the age of thirty Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https [... more]

During a trip to celebrate our twenty-fifth anniversary my husband and I read our Bibles on the beach As vendors passed and called out the prices of their wares we thanked each one but didn rsquo t buy anything One vendor Fernando smiled wide at my rejection and insisted we consider buying gifts for friends After I declined his invitation Fernando packed up and began walking away still grinning ldquo I pray God will bless your day rdquo I said Fernando turned toward me and said ldquo He has Jesus changed my life rdquo Fernando knelt between our chairs ldquo [... more]

Nineteen years ago was the day America was forever changed - [... more]

During his visit to Mexico Bill Ashe helped fix windmill hand pumps at an orphanage Fifteen years later inspired by a deep desire to serve God by helping provide clean water to villages in need he founded a nonprofit organization He said ldquo God awoke me to lsquo make the most of the time rsquo by finding others with a desire to bring safe drinking water to the rural poor rdquo Later having learned about the global need for safe water through the requests of thousands of pastors and evangelists from over countries Bill invited others to join the ministry [... more]

Matt interview special guest Justin Peters on the topic of the Word of Faith movement Topics include--- - Justin explains his work refuting and confronting the Word of Faith movement and NAR -- - Justin explains how in his teen years a neighbor told him that he would be healed if he had enough faith He then went to a healing crusade in his hometown and was not healed Years later when he was in seminary he began to study it more and discovered how heretical it was -- - What is the greatest heresy in this movement--- - What [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Key questions answered in today's show I believe with all my heart that God is sovereign over salvation and that he alone must open the eyes of the dead The problem is that practically I have a difficult time applying that to my children I spend a lot of time worrying obsessively about whether I am doing something that will exasperate them and make them leave the faith It has left me either paralyzed over making parenting decisions for fear of being too legalistic or too free [... more]

While Medicaid expansion dominates North Carolina's health care headlines other topics deserve attention too Jordan Roberts John Locke Foundation health care policy analyst focuses on two health care innovations First he explains how Medibid connects patients and doctors through online auctions Second he discusses the planned merger of Aetna and CVS and the potential impact on retail health care Advocates of a Convention of States made their pitch again this year in North Carolina Mark Meckler president and founder of the Convention of States project enlisted public support for the idea from conservative commentator and former Florida congressman Allen West [... more]