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Transitioning to Adolescence

October 30, 2017
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Becoming a teenager is a big transition because so many new experiences are on the horizon. In his new book, "True Identity," writer John Majors explains to teens what they're likely to face. Majors shares that the first thing a newbie teen is likely to question is his identity. Parents can help their sons and daughters by pointing them to Scripture and by offering plenty of encouragement.

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Can God change the humdrum into something holy? Certainly, say authors Sara Hagerty and Barbara Rainey, when we invite God into those moments and tasks. Hagerty tells how practicing adoration of God has changed her heart and her perspective, especially as she prays to God using His Word.
October 18, 2017
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Author Sara Hagerty and Barbara Rainey remind listeners that we were created to be seen first by God, and then by the people around us. We're supposed to produce a light that shines, but to do that, it's necessary to move closer to the source—Christ. God is available at any time, so we need to remember to invite Him into each and every moment of our day.
October 17, 2017
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Sara Hagerty, author of "Unseen," talks with Barbara Rainey about what it means to live a life that is seemingly hidden and unnoticed. Sara remembers when she worked in youth ministry and started to wonder, "Do I know the God I tell kids about?" Barbara shares about when she was raising her family and wondered, "Aside from being a mom, who am I?"
October 16, 2017
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The Bible does not have to command wives to love their husbands because doing so is a natural part of a woman's makeup. However, the Bible does command wives to respect their husbands because that doesn't come naturally for most women. Trent and Andrea Griffith give a message explaining five ways a wife can show respect to her husband.
October 13, 2017
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Trent and Andrea Griffith describe how God created wives to complement their husbands. One way wives do this is by showing respect.  
October 12, 2017
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Dave Harvey and Paul Gilbert, authors of "Letting Go," describe what it's like for the person living with a prodigal and the fear and shame they likely face. Harvey and Gilbert explain the indicators that tell the person when it's time to release the prodigal and let them go.
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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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