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Never Too Late For Love

December 4, 2020
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What does it look like when God compels a couple to adopt a twenty-year-old? When the possibility of a biological child was gone, God opened the eyes of bestselling author and counselor, Holley Gerth, and her husband, Mark, to the world of someone, who needed their love, as much as they longed to give it.

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"How do I talk to my family about transgender issues?"  J. Alan Branch, Professor of Christian Ethics at Midwestern Seminary and author of Affirming God's Image, gives direction for families, affected by confusion and brokenness over this issue, in how to lead with truth and grace.
December 3, 2020
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Transgenderism is a real-world, right now topic in need of God's navigation!  J. Alan Branch, Professor of Christian Ethics at Midwestern Seminary, shares about his book, Affirming God's Image, with the heart of being able to think biblically AND act compassionately.
December 2, 2020
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Be captivated by the mystery and unexpected of this season!  David Mathis, author of the book, The Christmas We Didn't Expect, helps us to marvel at God afresh with practical thoughts and focused enthusiasm, reflecting on the divine pieces of God’s rescue plan for all of humanity found in the Christmas story!
December 1, 2020
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Where is Christ in the busyness of the Christmas season?  David Mathis, author and speaker from Desiring God Ministries, shares about his book, The Christmas We Didn't Expect, giving insight on how to draw from the awe and wonder of the original Christmas story to refocus our hearts.
November 30, 2020
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Author Douglas Kaine McKelvey shares how we can practice the presence of Christ through the use of liturgical prayers, not just in church, but in our homes. In his book, "Every Moment Holy," McKelvey offers liturgical prayers for all occasions, like going on a trip, stargazing, gardening, or moving into a new home. He tells why practicing the presence of God is always a good idea.
November 27, 2020
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Douglas Kaine McKelvey, author of "Every Moment Holy," talks about his introduction to the Book of Common Prayer and how it changed his thinking about structured prayer. McKelvey explains the meaning of liturgy, and gives an example by reading the liturgy he wrote for the family grieving the loss of a pet. McKelvey explains how reading liturgical pieces like the Lord's prayer can help us think prayerfully and help us process God's truth. He also explains how the Holy Spirit can be just as present in a liturgical prayer as in a spontaneous prayer.
November 26, 2020
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Imagine your life as an open book on YouTube!  Harold and Rachel Earls, co-authors of the book, "A Higher Calling," share how God moved them from doing YouTube videos as just a fun hobby to making a difference as missionaries to the world.
November 25, 2020
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Scaling Mount Everest is both extremely dangerous and boldly adventurous! Harold and Rachel Earls, co-authors of the book, "A Higher Calling,", share how they climbed past the fear to fulfill a mission greater than themselves.
November 24, 2020
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Known for openness about their marriage on social media, Harold and Rachel Earls have co-authored a book, called "A Higher Calling.". Hear the unique story of how God brought them together.
November 23, 2020
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When we see our kids headed in the wrong direction, we want to help turn them around. But ultimately, it's our child's choice. Author Craig Svensson talks to the Wilsons about his son's ongoing battle with drug addiction. While Craig and his wife tried every avenue possible to find him help, Eric continued to use. After fifteen years on and off the streets, and in and out of hospitals, Svensson tells how Eric lost his battle with addiction in January 2017, dying sick and alone at the age of thirty.
November 20, 2020
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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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