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Assessing the Spiritual Maturity of Your Kids

March 30, 2015
Jessica Thompson knew deep down she wasn't a Christian. Her mother, biblical counselor Elyse Fitzpatrick, was clueless. Jessica, joined by her Elyse, recalls the 18 years of her life during which she feigned an abiding faith in Christ. Keeping up appearances even while attending Bible college, Jessica tells how her life began to change when God's love finally pierced her heart. Find out how you might diagnose if your kids are faking it too.

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Fostering a child can be challenging and adoption even more so. Pastor Brian Borgman shares how he and his wife came to adopt their son Alex out of the foster care system. While adoption is a blessing to all involved, it also requires perseverance and many sacrifices, as Brian and his family have learned.
March 27, 2015
Pastor Brian Borgman was hesitant about foster care, at least at first. But with his wife's encouragement and God's leading, they stepped out in faith to become therapeutic foster parents. Today Brian talks about the little boy, Alex, they would eventually provide care for, and the challenges of parenting a child who has known nothing but neglect.
March 26, 2015
The dangers of the world used to be "out there." But now the world's dangers can waltz right into your home with or without your invitation through the use of the internet. Youth expert Brian Housman addresses parents’ concerns about cyber bullying, cyber porn, and video gaming.
March 25, 2015
One hundred and sixty eight. That's the average number of texts a teen types in a day. Author Brian Housman, founder of 360 Family, gives parents some practical advice for keeping their kids safe on the internet.
March 24, 2015
When it comes to technology, are your kids light years ahead of you? Youth expert Brian Housman talks realistically to parents about engaging their kids around the topic of technology. Exhorting parents about their assignment from God to love and protect their kids, Brian reminds parents that technology is to be used in an honoring way, and this must be modeled and taught in the home.
March 23, 2015
Baskets filled with brightly colored eggs. Soft furry bunnies and tiny yellow chicks. They're a common sight in the spring, but what do they have to do with Easter? VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer joins Dennis Rainey to talk about the real meaning of Easter.
March 20, 2015
Do you desire more for your Easter celebration? Barbara Rainey talks about some of her newest resources that will help families understand and appreciate the Easter story better. Barbara reminds listeners that, whether you're welcoming guests at the door with an Easter banner proclaiming "He is risen" or inviting friends and family members to engage in more memorable conversations about some of the claims made by Jesus, you can go deeper into this holiday than you ever imagined.
March 19, 2015
No holiday is complete without gathering around the table for a family meal. This Easter why not decorate your table with visual reminders of who Christ is and what He's done for us? Ever Thine Home® creator Barbara Rainey shares how she plans to decorate her Easter table and gives listeners some simple yet creative ideas on how they can do the same.
March 18, 2015
Our Easter celebrations should be as special as the miracle we commemorate. Barbara Rainey, founder and creator of the Ever Thine Home® line of resources, raises our awareness on the importance of Easter. Barbara encourages listeners to prepare our hearts for Easter Sunday by implementing some simple and practical resources designed to remind us of the glory of our Savior.
March 17, 2015
While Easter is one of the most holy and profound holidays in the Christian calendar, unlike Christmas it's largely ignored by the culture. This week Barbara Rainey gives us some creative ideas to prepare for and celebrate the Easter holiday.
March 16, 2015
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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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