This week we celebrated “I Am In Control Day.” But are you? And are you supposed to be? The times we are in might be leaving you feeling a little uncertain—maybe worried. In the past year, you might have tried to take control of your health—your finances—your kids’ schooling—your emotional well-being. But have you really been in control? No way! This has been the most out of control year any of us have experienced. We can’t control things like how a virus spreads, or how that impacts the economy. We can’t control what the school district decides to do with hybrid or in-person learning. And we can’t control how much toilet paper is on the shelf of the grocery store. But in all of those circumstances, we can control one thing: us. And how we react to it all. Take just a few minute and hear more of what Terese has to say about control.

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Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

When was the last time you dated your spouse? I know. Pandemic. TBH we probably weren’t great at dating before COVID. Thanks to time, budget and distraction. But connecting with your husband is super important. So we’ve got help. And it’s called Jay and Laura Laffoon. You may have seen them online, or at one of their Ultimate Date Night events. Now they have a book of 52 Amazing Dates for Busy Couples.

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Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

When someone wrongs you, it might seem inconceivable to offer then forgiveness. But when you forgive, it really benefits you as much as your offender. In her book, “Forgiving What You Can’t Forget,” Lysa TerKeurst points readers to Jesus as the source of all the forgiveness we could ever need. Listen as Terese shares her thoughts from the book and her experience leading a small group study of it.

For more on the book, listen to Terese’s interview with Lysa in Episode 9.

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If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting the ministry of Family Life at www.familylife.org. If you have feedback on this podcast, please email me at [email protected].

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

Have you noticed you’re not interested in the things you used to be? We’ve had a lot of change over the past year. And for the most part, we’ve gone with the flow. Except, when we don’t. You may have noticed you don’t care about things you used too–like taking a shower. Have you wondered if you’re depressed? Did you know that not every bought of depression requires professional help—sometimes the feelings just come and go. Listen as Terese talks to Family Life Biblical Counselor Barb Short to help us discern—and to give advice on how to keep yourself mentally healthy.

If you would like to speak to one of our counselors, call 800-927-9083. This isn’t the first time we’ve talked about mental health on this podcast. In Episode 12, I gave some tips on getting through the winter blues. And in Episode 6, Healing Journey Founder, Cyndy Sherwood gave some great advice on finding peace in the middle of life’s storms.

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If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting the ministry of Family Life at www.familylife.org. If you have feedback on this podcast, please email me at [email protected].

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

There is great wisdom in a tiny book of the Bible. When did you last read or study Malachi? If you’ve got about five minutes, you can get a quick overview and be encouraged by this small, but mighty book.

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Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.fln.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

Our kids need encouragement. But sometimes life gets busy. Cynthia Yanof is a mom to three, along with being a wife, and blogger. She’s come up with an easy way to give kids an extra boost. It’s Noteworthy Kids–a tear-off pack of notes to life your kids up. They are easy to pop into a lunchbox or tape to a bedroom mirror. Listen as Terese talks to Cynthia about how to lift our kids up in the crazy world we life in.

Here‘s where you can find out more about her.

Since this interview, Noteworthy Kids has sold out! Enter to win a copy when you email [email protected] with Kid Notes in the subject line. We will pick a winner before the launch of the next episode of Terese Talk.

Look for the latest episode of Terese Talk every Tuesday morning!

If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting the ministry of Family Life at www.fln.org/giving. If you have feedback on this podcast, please email me at [email protected].

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.fln.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

Hi. It’s Terese. Normally this is where we put all the fancy-sounding podcasting stuff about what’s coming up on this episode. TBH, this episode terrified me. I heard Annie F. Downs speak a few years ago and instantly fell in love. Like in a “I-wanna-be-your-best-friend-but-not-in-a-creepy-stalker” kinda way. Her books are fun to read and draw you right into her ginormous, joy-filled personality. So, interviewing her, was kinda scary for me. But, of course, she is amazing and all I could have imagined. I think it turned out pretty great. And if Annie F. Downs and I ever end up in the same room, I MIGHT just have the courage to wave and say “Hey, you!”

Here‘s where you can find out more about her.

And here’s the link to buy the book we talk about on this episode.

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Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.fln.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

February 13th is a great day to celebrate the female friendships in your life! It’s Galentines Day! Terese has some fun ways to celebrate the gals God has given us to do life with.

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If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting the ministry of Family Life at www.fln.org/giving. If you have feedback on this podcast, please email me at [email protected].

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.fln.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

February is National Snack Food Month. Whether you’re stocking up for the Big Game, or replenishing your pandemic snack pile, there’s a lot we can learn about our faith by taking a stroll down the grocery store aisles. Join Terese for a fun trip in this week’s episode.

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If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting the ministry of Family Life at www.fln.org/giving. If you have feedback on this podcast, please email me at [email protected].

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.fln.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

What’s is God’s purpose for marriage. You might be surprised that it’s very different than the fairy tales you grew up with.In fact, Jesus gives us a great example in his sacrificial love. Terese is no marriage expert, but she’s read a couple books, so tune in for some quick ideas to help improve your marriage today!

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If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting the ministry of Family Life at www.fln.org/giving. If you have feedback on this podcast, please email me at [email protected].

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.fln.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.