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The Spiritual Traditions of Christmas

December 2, 2009
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What once were pagan practices have been redeemed over time to glorify Christ and explain Him to others. Today Ace Collins dives into the history books to unveil the beginnings of some favorite holiday traditions like hanging mistletoe, decorating an evergreen, giving gifts, and feasting. Hear him tell what delicious homemade treats his family will be looking forward to this Christmas.

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Ace Collins It's December, and time to turn your attention to the holidays! Today master storyteller Ace Collins tells the true stories behind some of our most delightful Christmas traditions. Also, hear him reminisce about the Christmases of his boyhood and learn some fun ways to make Christ the focus of your celebration.
December 1, 2009
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With Ace Collins The long-awaited Christmas season is here! What can we do to relish all 25 days of it? Today master storyteller Ace Collins shares some surprising facts about Advent, Boxing Day, and the Wise men, and offers some fun suggestions for making this holiday a joyous season to remember.
November 30, 2009
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With Bryan Chapell How should we view God and our service to Him? On today's broadcast, seminary president Bryan Chapell shares a powerful and probing message about the God we love and serve, and why we should serve Him.
November 27, 2009
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With Bryan Chapell Is forgiveness merely an idea? On this special Thanksgiving Day episode, seminary president Bryan Chapell helps us see the face of real repentance in Luke's Gospel account of the ten lepers whom Jesus healed.
November 26, 2009
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With Ann Dunagan Could God be calling your family on a missions trip? Today international missionary Ann Dunagan tells parents what to expect when they travel overseas on a missions trip with their family. Hear some helpful advice for making the most of a missions opportunity.
November 25, 2009
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With Ann Dunagan Are you intentional about sharing your faith? Today Ann Dunagan, a founder of Harvest Ministry along with her husband, tells parents how they can get their family excited about being a part of the Great Commission. Ann, a mother of seven, recalls some of her favorite memories ministering with her family overseas.
November 24, 2009
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With Ann Dunagan Are you mission minded? Today international missionary Ann Dunagan recalls what first drew her toward missions and talks about the privilege of taking part in the Great Commission. Hear how her family of nine is reaching out to the lost across the globe.
November 23, 2009
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With Barbara Rainey Women can be a powerful influence for good in the family. Today Barbara Rainey encourages women to raise their vision and discover God's third essential calling on their lives - being women who are world-changers.
November 20, 2009
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With Barbara Rainey Every day, married women have a myriad of choices for spending their day. Today, Barbara Rainey discusses two essentials for every married woman - being a woman of the Word and being a helper to her husband.
November 19, 2009
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With Nancy Leigh DeMoss and Barbara Rainey Would others say you're a grateful person? Today Nancy DeMoss, author of Choosing Gratitude, along with Barbara Rainey, tell why our gratefulness reflects our faith in God and His goodness.
November 18, 2009
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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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