When life gets hard really hard we have two options We can become consumed with worry which is what most people do OR we can trust God who tells us not to worry or be anxious Chip shares that even though that sounds nearly impossible God has promised to help us do just that [... more]

Pastor Kevin Thompson believes couples can have happy marriages if they are intentional about maintaining a healthy godly relationship He shared a great story about the -year marriage of his grandparents who lived hard lives but had an enduring love Receive the book Happily and the audio download of the broadcast Laughing Loving and Lasting With Your Spouse for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources http www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast laughing-loving-and-lasting-wtih-your-spouse featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

If you want to connect with your teens you have to be available That's the advice of author Jeffrey Dean Dean gives parents some practical advice for effectively communicating with their kids Parents can begin by talking to their kids about the things they like to do or are interested in Parents can then branch out to more difficult topics Dean encourages parents to look for opportunities like driving them to school or dinnertime to have great conversations Show Notes and Resources Find resources from this podcast at https shop familylife com Products aspx categoryid Check out all that's available [... more]