Dr. Rick Marks, from Live the Life Ministries, tackles the subject of spiritual abuse in the modern church. He discusses what it is, why it happens and how it affects congregants. Dr. Rick also shares what steps to take if you suspect it is happening in your church and what not to do. This is a thought-provoking and uncomfortable subject, but very important in our country today.

Author, Michele Howe, talks about how the Empty Nest canbe a positive experience if families prepare for it and learn how to adjust to their "new normal." She talks about preparing kids to successfully leave home, the rekindling of romance in this time of life,and how to adjust to having adult children, in general. A delightful interview that will be a good resource for any parent, married or single, who find themselves in an empty house.

Author, speaker and educator, Cynthia Tobias, discusses strong-willed kids vs. stubborn kids. She talks about the strengths and weaknesses of these kids and how parents can guide them to use those strengths as they grow into adulthood.

Cynthia gives many affective concepts and practical tools so homes can be more peaceful and less stressful. She makes it easy to understand and then implement.

Kathy and her husband live in Beaumont, Texas, one of the hardest hit towns by Hurricane Harvey. On this podcast, she shares her experiences from the tine they got the first warnings to today, as they watch their community dig out from under all the debris and devastation. She shares how she and her husband survived, but also how their faith helped them through this horrid storm. She shares about the human spirit and how all people helped one another and worked together. Compelling, yet inspiring show!

Author and speaker, Wendy Speake, talks about the triggers that kids can be to cause our anger to rise as parents. She shares encouraging concepts as well as practical tools to help listeners turn their home into a more peaceful place for their families. She talks about how to make this new school year a smoother experience with our busier schedules and more pressure. Excellent resource.

Gordon and Carri Taylor tackle the unique topic of Step-Grandparenting. They have been married for over 30 years and have a big step-family. They lead a highly-respected step-family ministry, and have several resources to help step-families with their challenges. The Taylors talk about trust issues, loyalty issues, discipline issues, holiday issues, financial issues, and share how a person can prepare to be the best step-grandparent possible. Excellent resources!

Larry Fowler, Founder of The Legacy Coalition, discusses three barriers that can happen between grandparents and their grandkids...geographical, relational and spiritual. He discusses why the barriers exist, what they look like, and how they can be lowered, so relationships in families can flourish. He talks about the difference between control and influence; advice-giving and question-asking and how these can transform relationships. Excellent content and resource.

Susan Young of Susan Young International, tackles the challenging topic of stepping out of ruts of life, finding your worth and purpose, setting and realizing goals and being transformed in the process. Susan is a vibrant woman, an inspiring speaker,and an excellent trainer for individuals and top notch corporations around the country. Her faith and her compassionate heart are evident in all she does in business and ministry. Great resource!

Cynthia Tobias and Sue Acuna, the co-authors of "Middle School: The Inside Story," talk about the challenges and the joys of mid-schoolers as they change, develop and try to "grow up." These ladies talk about what kids are thinking and feeling, how parents can have better understanding, how to relate to their changing child and have more peace at home. Excellent content, concepts, and tools.

Deb Potts wrote the book, "Making Peace with Prickly People" and discusses the concepts and practical tools to help listeners achieve more peace in their relationships. Whether they are family, at the workplace, or anywhere else, she discusses the challenges. She discusses 4 killers of relationships, how to make changes in ourselves if we might be the "prickly person," and how to set up healthy boundaries.