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December 19, 2016
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In Post Modern America, gender identity is considered fluid. How do you minister, and stay true to the gospel, when the cultural winds are blowing in the wrong direction? Hear some pastors and their wives offer relevant, biblical guidance for being effective communicators of the Gospel.

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It is said, God doesn't choose the equipped, He equips those he chooses. In this case, he chose a single woman, Ney Bailey. She felt the burden the failing marriages of her co-workers in ministry. Through her, influence, the ministry of FamilyLife was birthed. Ney Bailey, Dave and Sande Sunde, and Dennis and Barbara Rainey share what it was like in the beginning days of the ministry of FamilyLife.
December 16, 2016
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Rick Johnson, author and founder of Better Dads, tells how he came to faith in Christ during his fathering years. Johnson explains how his parenting changed for the better once he understood the meaning of grace and forgiveness. Once an angry and impatient man, Johnson's changed demeanor influenced his family to embrace Christ.
December 15, 2016
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Fathering expert Rick Johnson recalls the alcoholic home he was raised in and the mistakes he made early on in his marriage. Johnson talks about the men who helped shape his own parenting style, and encourages men to either find a mentor or become a mentor to another man.
December 14, 2016
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John Stanley, author of the book, Connected for Good: A Gameplan For a Generous Life, tells about one of his most generous moments when he blessed his daughter and her friends. Stanley reminds us we all need to be generous with the three currencies we possess: relational currency, our strengths and talents, and our resources.
December 13, 2016
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Businessman John Stanley, creator of the Generosity Gameplan®, recalls his upbringing and the thrifty stepfather who taught him how to live a generous life. Stanley believes many of us aren't more generous because we measure generosity by how much money we give away, rather than seeing ourselves as a funnel God can use to bless others.
December 12, 2016
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Do you find family devotions challenging? Marty Machowski, a father of six, has been there and has a come up with a solution: The Ology. “The Ology” is a book of systematic theology written especially for 6-year-olds through preteens. Beautifully illustrated, it delivers the truths of Scripture in pint-sized lessons parents and children will love and understand.
December 9, 2016
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What is theology? Pastor Marty Machowski explains that because theology is the study of God, theology is for everyone, including our kids. Machowski encourages parents to get God's Word in front of their children using his new book, "The Ology," a beautifully illustrated storybook where kids will discover life-changing truths about God, themselves, and the world.
December 8, 2016
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What's your favorite memory? Jon Gauger, co-host of the radio programs “The Land and the Book" and "Reason Why” shares a favorite memory about his dad. Also sharing their favorite memories are Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, Pastor Tim Keller, author Gary Chapman, and more.
December 7, 2016
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What lessons have you learned in life? Seasoned broadcaster Jon Gauger gleaned the wisdom of some beloved Christian leaders: Pastor Tony Evans, Anne Graham Lotz, Ravi Zacharias, and others reflecting on what God has taught them through life's ups and downs.
December 6, 2016
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What would you do if you could do life all over again? Seasoned communicator Jon Gauger posed that question to some top Christian leaders to find out how they handled life's regret. Bible teacher Kay Arthur, Pastor Michael Easley, Christian recording artist Michael Card and others tell what they would do differently knowing what they know today.
December 5, 2016
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About FamilyLife Today®

FamilyLife Today® is a weekday podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most.

About Dave and Ann Wilson

Dave and Ann Wilson are co-hosts of FamilyLife Today©, FamilyLife’s nationally-syndicated radio program.

Dave and Ann have been married for more than 40 years and have spent the last 35 teaching and mentoring couples and parents across the country. They have been featured speakers at FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember® since 1993, and have also hosted their own marriage conferences across the country.

Dave and Ann helped plant Kensington Community Church in Detroit, Michigan where they served together in ministry for more than three decades, wrapping up their time at Kensington in 2020.

The Wilsons are the creative force behind DVD teaching series Rock Your Marriage and The Survival Guide To Parenting, as well as authors of the recently released books Vertical Marriage (Zondervan, 2019) and No Perfect Parents (Zondervan, 2021).

Dave is a graduate of the International School of Theology, where he received a Master of Divinity degree. A Ball State University Hall of Fame Quarterback, Dave served the Detroit Lions as Chaplain for thirty-three years. Ann attended the University of Kentucky. She has been active with Dave in ministry as a speaker, writer, small group leader, and mentor to countless women.

The Wilsons live in the Detroit area. They have three grown sons, CJ, Austin, and Cody, three daughters-in-law, and a growing number of grandchildren.

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