Dr. Kathy Koch emphasizes the point of having trustworthy friends who can help you meet your needs in healthy ways, and even learning to trust yourself — that you can grow and learn from your mistakes. She also emphasizes the need for hope and optimism, instead of negativity, in order to be healthy and whole according to God’s design.
 
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Here's a summary of the Five Core Needs that need to be fulfilled for emotional and relational well-being. 
 
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Because goals are the map that will guide you toward your God-given purpose, without setting them you will also wander in circles without getting where you need to go.
 
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Jun. 10-11 2023

In less than an hour, catch up on the “best-of” Christian parenting and marriage insights from Focus on the Family. The Weekend bundles the highlights from five shows into a weekly segment you can listen to at home or on the go. Join hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller for the encouragement and resources your family needs to thrive together in Christ.

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Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn urge married couples to talk about their money on a regular basis in order to establish common values, overcome “money fears,” avoid knee-jerk reactions, and build unity in their relationship. Then Dr. Josh Straub coaches parents on how to create a safe environment for effective communication with their children, especially when it comes to their feelings.
 
Thriving in Love and Money
 
Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
What Do I Do with My Feelings Bundle
 
Match Your Parenting to Your Kids’ Needs . . . Now
 
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 27-28 2024

Explaining your beliefs can sometimes be a challenge, especially when opponents say God and science don’t mix. On this two-day Focus on the Family broadcast, Lee Strobel demonstrates how many scholars and academics now say science actually points to the existence of a divine Creator. He explores the question of why suffering occurs, even though we have a caring, personal heavenly Father. He will provide you with solid evidence of God’s existence and help you better understand why you can trust and believe in the Creator of the universe.
 
Is God Real?
 
How to Become a Christian: Understand God's Love and What It Means to Follow God's Love
 
How to Raise Strong Believers
 
Evangelism: It’s Easier Than You Think
 
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 20-21 2024

Parents can often face the teen years with fear because we often don’t fully know or understand what struggles our teens are facing and we know the consequences of their decisions and behaviors can be devastating. Jodie Berndt experienced all of these same challenges with her teens and has identified many scriptures that parents can pray over their teens regarding specific issues like friendships, peer pressure, dating, sex, temptation, social media, prodigals, etc. She addresses how to navigate conflict with your teen and how to trust God for your teen’s future instead of trying to put the burden of their success on yourself. Jodie also describes her own struggles with friendships when she was a teenager, and why parents must avoid turning fears and worries about your teen into an idol – where you focus more on what-if outcomes rather than trust God.
 
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Brio Magazine
 
Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus
 
Alive to Thrive — Prevent Teen Suicide
 
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 13-14 2024

Sharing stories from their own marriage, Pastor Sean and Lanette Reed talk about early marriage, faith struggles, the importance of intentionality, developing grit, and creating a marital legacy.
 
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Focus on Marriage Assessment
 
Lifetime Love: Advice from Couples Who Made Marriage Last
 
Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage
 
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 6-7 2024

Duck Dynasty’s Phil and Al Robertson lived portions of their lives in direct rebellion against God, until they were redeemed by the work of the Holy Spirit. They share their moving testimonies and the simple truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which has led to an incredible family legacy. Then Robyn Dykstra shares a fascinating look at a time when Jesus did the impossible – raising Lazarus from the dead. Learn how the principles found in that story helped Robyn as she sought to right a wrong that impacted her earthly father, with the help of her Heavenly Father.
 
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Duck Dynasty's Phil and Al Robertson Offer Jesus as the Answer to Culture
 
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Jun. 10-11 2023

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