In this eye-opening episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, guest Brant Hansen gives a "graduation speech" unlike any other. He uses an AI-generated speech to expose how chasing worldly freedom can lead to loneliness and exhaustion.

Ron Deal and Gayla Grace answer questions from Blended & Blessed: how do I cope with feeling torn between my kids and my spouse; how do I talk to my teen who doesn't want me to remarry; how do we manage the common ghosts of marriage past, and much more.

Are you navigating the complex, yet rewarding, journey of parenting adult children? Join Dave and Ann Wilson on FamilyLife Today for a vital conversation with Dr. Gary Chapman, renowned author of The Five Love Languages. Gary shares incredibly candid and often humorous personal stories about his own adult children, offering invaluable insights into releasing control while maintaining influence to nurture faith, manage conflicts, and foster healthy communication.

Dave and Ann Wilson chat with Bruce and Maria Golf, parents of four young daughters, about the raw reality of sleep deprivation and how it impacts their marriage and faith.

Good co-parenting with a former spouse helps our kids navigate life in two homes with greater ease. Ron Deal's conversation with Jay and Tammy Daughtry teaches us how to be parental partners, not angry associates, through a businesslike relationship.

Each of us has a bit of royalty in us with God's Spirit. Author Jordan Raynor explains how Christ's lordship gives us power and peace for today.

Tim & Olivia Smith brought six kids into their blended family. They share with Ron Deal the joys and challenges of relationship building. Tim’s daughter, Christie, joins in with her perspective as a teenager from the early years of their blended family.

Raising teens in today's world can feel overwhelming. Author Kristen Hatton shares wisdom on how to build a foundation of faith and resilience in your kids.

Cheryl Shumake wants to reach brown & black blended families with brown & black voices. She & Clifton Howard talk with Ron Deal about her new ministry, Sawubona, which means “I see you” & its goal to break through the barriers with culture-informed spaces

Parenting in the digital age comes with lots of concerns. Melissa Kruger and Jim Mitchell share how grace and communication can build foundations that last.

Raising teenagers doesn't have to be "terrible." Brian and Jen Goins explore the realities of parenting as kids transition to adulthood.

Luke Landwer was young when his parents divorced, and he enjoyed time with just his mom for many years. When she remarried a man with six kids, Luke made many adjustments. Listen to his conversation with Ron Deal about adjusting to a bigger family.

Raising teens? Join Melissa Kruger for insights on navigating this challenging phase, from communication to boundaries and unwavering support.

Parenting teenagers can be challenging! Author, Melissa Kruger, shares insights from her book, "Parenting with Hope," on how to navigate this phase.

Could celebrating each child’s unique image of God help heal racial division? Speaker ChrisRead More »

Are your kids college-ready? Michael Kruger, author of "Surviving Religion 101," examines how to prep teens for surviving religion—and keeping the faith.

Musician and author Andrew Peterson chats about fueling kids’ imagination and creativity to open doors for the Kingdom of God.

The logistical and emotional demands of school starting can be heavy! Join David and Meg Robbins for real talk on surviving back-to-school stress.