Many married couples are surprised when their relationship moves from the “honeymoon phase” into real life! We describe how husbands and wives can develop a “WE” perspective, instead of a “ME” perspective, and work through obstacles in communication. Practical encouragement for your marriage.

In today’s image-obsessed culture, it’s easy to forget that you’re beautiful to God, inside and out. On the next “Focus on the Family,” Sheri Rose Shepherd, a young beauty pageant winner, was

addicted to approval, and needed it in order to feel beautiful. Yet she felt ugly inside. Hear her story of hope and healing on the next.

When the Homecoming King teased young Sheri Rose Shepherd about her weight, she was wounded to the core. She lost weight, quit doing drugs, and even became a beauty queen. But, as successful as she was on the outside, she was still miserable on the inside.

In society today, do we send unintentional messages to single people that they are somehow inferior? Are there ways that communities – and churches in particular – can be more inclusive and supportive of singles? Hear a discussion with Kimberly Smith - author of the book, “What We Cannot Be Alone - Understanding Singleness in God’s Family.”

People are single for a variety of reasons. Once again Pastor Kimberly Smith joins the conversation to provide practical advice and more insights into the world of singleness. Her book is called, "What We Cannot Be Alone - Understanding Singleness in God’s Family."

With God’s help, you can forgive those who have wounded you, and live a life of freedom. Hear one woman’s powerful story of forgiving her abusive parents and how you can begin the forgiveness process in your own life.

You can learn better communication skills with your spouse! Dr. David Clark shares the typical communication styles of men and women, how men can be more intentional in initiating conversations, and how you can better navigate conflict.

If you want to increase the romance in your marriage, pucker up! Dr. David Clarke will share why kissing matters, and address some of the reasons why men and women struggle in their communication. You’ll also learn how to better navigate conflict and deal with issues of past pain.

Deryck and Nancy Thomas retired in 2006 after 40 years of being teachers in 3 different countries. Next they prayed, “Lord, we are willing to do whatever you say!”. Deryck and Nancy will share the fulfilling adventure they have been on since making that prayer. That’s Deryck and Nancy Thomas, authors of the booklet, “No Use By Date”.

Being a godly leader in the home isn’t easy. It takes hard work. We discuss how to get rid of insecurities and negative thinking, so you can lead your family more effectively.