Laura Story is probably best known for her contributions in contemporary Christian music. However behind her songs is a story of pain, struggle, and God’s redemptive touch . Continue reading “Finding Unexpected Blessings in Marriage”
Faith, Mental Illness and Counselling
If someone you know has been acting a bit “off”, and you’re starting to get concerned, at what point do you recommend a counsellor or a psychiatrist? And how do you go about finding one? Continue reading “Faith, Mental Illness and Counselling”
Bringing Laughter to Everyday Life
How would you like a GPS device for relationships, to tell you what to say next? Comedian Tim Hawkins brings his wacky sense of humour to many aspects of daily life. When things get stressful, it’s important to just have a good laugh. Continue reading “Bringing Laughter to Everyday Life”
Learning to Effectively Communicate with Your Husband
Good communication can be a challenge — even in the most loving marriage! Get some practical help from “husband whisperer” Greg Smalley and his wife, Erin, about how to turn your small talk into an intimate “heart connection” with your spouse! Continue reading “Learning to Effectively Communicate with Your Husband”
Why Waiting Until Marriage Matters
In this two part Focus On The Family podcast, Dannah Gresh speaks candidly about God’s design for sexuality and offers a biblical perspective on why physical intimacy is reserved for a committed marriage. She offers encouragement and practical ways you can talk to your children about sex. Continue reading “Why Waiting Until Marriage Matters”
Life With Motor Neurone Disease
In 2013, Pastor Phil Camden from Newcastle was diagnosed with the terminal Illness: Motor Neurone Disease or MND. Phil shares how his MND diagnosis has unexpectedly granted him access to relationships and spiritual conversations he didn’t have access to before. Continue reading “Life With Motor Neurone Disease”
A Prodigal Daughter Story
Rebecca Slavin shares her amazing journey from ice addiction and domestic violence to eventually finding freedom. She is joined by her father Gavin and together they discuss what has led to her incredible transformation – where today she speaks at public events about the dangers of ice addiction. Continue reading “A Prodigal Daughter Story”
Discovering God is Enough
What you do is not who you are! Christian comedian Chonda Pierce describes her efforts to base identity on Christ, instead of her marriage, parenting, and comedy career for the past 25 years. A great message for your faith. Continue reading “Discovering God is Enough”
Conveying God’s Love Through Discipline
Disciplining your child is hard work, but you can do it in a God-centered, grace-based way! Continue reading “Conveying God’s Love Through Discipline”
Conflict is inevitable: 10 steps to doing it right
Author: Amy Van Veen | Focus On The Family.
“The first five years were the worst!” Pam* said, laughing about her and her husband Jim’s* somewhat rocky pathway to healthy conflict. Continue reading “Conflict is inevitable: 10 steps to doing it right”