FamilyLife Today https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/ making private list for the website.  Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:13:47 +0000 en-US 2024 FamilyLife Podcast Network Pursue what matters most. FamilyLife Podcast Network episodic making private list for the website.  FamilyLife® email@familylife.com false email@familylife.com making private list for the website.  No yes 9f1f12e3-d39a-5550-8631-fe8184584c33 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 236231178 Explosive Anger: My Journey – Dave Wilson https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/explosive-anger-my-journey-dave-wilson/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:04:23 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/explosive-anger-my-journey-dave-wilson/ Does explosive anger—your own or your spouse’s—have you concerned? FamilyLife Today hosts Dave and Ann Wilson can relate. On today's episode, they discuss Dave’s unresolved childhood trauma and other issues, which burst into uncontrollable rage and left his family reeling. Dave shares his slow path out of chronic anger, into healing—and how eventually, he found the ability to forgive and be forgiven.]]> Does explosive anger—your own or your spouse’s—have you concerned? FamilyLife Today hosts Dave and Ann Wilson can relate. On today's episode, they discuss Dave’s unresolved childhood trauma and other issues, which burst into uncontrollable rage and left his family reeling. Dave shares his slow path out of chronic anger, into healing—and how eventually, he found the ability to forgive and be forgiven.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Explosive Anger: My Journey – Dave Wilson false no 00:31:47 No no How the Women in the Bible Point to Jesus | Nana Dolce https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-the-women-in-the-bible-point-to-jesus-nana-dolce/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:01:26 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-the-women-in-the-bible-point-to-jesus-nana-dolce/ Ever wonder about the women in the Bible? From Eve to Mary, their stories aren't just background noise—they're central to God's plan. Nana Dolce, author of The Seed of the Woman, joins Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, to reveal how the faith and lives of these incredible women point directly to Jesus.]]> Ever wonder about the women in the Bible? From Eve to Mary, their stories aren't just background noise—they're central to God's plan. Nana Dolce, author of The Seed of the Woman, joins Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, to reveal how the faith and lives of these incredible women point directly to Jesus.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How the Women in the Bible Point to Jesus | Nana Dolce false no 00:36:47 No no How Should the Church Respond to Hurting People? https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-should-the-church-respond-to-hurting-people/ Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:19 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-should-the-church-respond-to-hurting-people/ Struggling to be the same person at home as you are at church? Join Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, as they unpack Tim Challies' "You Are Who You Are at Home," diving into authentic faith in parenting and marriage.]]> Struggling to be the same person at home as you are at church? Join Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, as they unpack Tim Challies' "You Are Who You Are at Home," diving into authentic faith in parenting and marriage.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How Should the Church Respond to Hurting People? false no 01:06:40 No no Grad Speech Wisdom | Brant Hansen https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/grad-speech-wisdom-brant-hansen/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:56:21 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/grad-speech-wisdom-brant-hansen/ 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.]]> 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.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Grad Speech Wisdom | Brant Hansen false no 00:29:57 No no How Shame Tormented My Life | Heather Holleman https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-shame-tormented-my-life-heather-holleman/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:54:29 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-shame-tormented-my-life-heather-holleman/ The FamilyLife Today Podcast hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, welcome author Heather Holleman to discuss how to overcome shame, find your identity in Christ, and live a life of purpose. Heather shares powerful insights from her books, including Seated with Christ, and provides practical tools like journaling and simple communication tips to help both kids and adults find freedom from shame and jealousy.]]> The FamilyLife Today Podcast hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, welcome author Heather Holleman to discuss how to overcome shame, find your identity in Christ, and live a life of purpose. Heather shares powerful insights from her books, including Seated with Christ, and provides practical tools like journaling and simple communication tips to help both kids and adults find freedom from shame and jealousy.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How Shame Tormented My Life | Heather Holleman false no 01:06:20 No no Trusting Your Spouse in Crisis: Life-Saving Lessons from a Sudden Health Scare | Dave & Ann Wilson https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/trusting-your-spouse-in-crisis-life-saving-lessons-from-a-sudden-health-scare-dave-ann-wilson/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:50:30 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/trusting-your-spouse-in-crisis-life-saving-lessons-from-a-sudden-health-scare-dave-ann-wilson/ After facing a life-threatening health crisis, Dave and Ann Wilson share five lessons they learned about strengthening their marriage by trusting each other, acting without hesitation, and praying through fear.]]> After facing a life-threatening health crisis, Dave and Ann Wilson share five lessons they learned about strengthening their marriage by trusting each other, acting without hesitation, and praying through fear.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Trusting Your Spouse in Crisis: Life-Saving Lessons from a Sudden Health Scare | Dave & Ann Wilson false no 00:24:08 No no Be a Godly Woman in a World That Wants You to Be a Boss | Kristen Clark https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/be-a-godly-woman-in-a-world-that-wants-you-to-be-a-boss-kristen-clark/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:49:39 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/be-a-godly-woman-in-a-world-that-wants-you-to-be-a-boss-kristen-clark/ What does it truly mean to be a woman in a world of conflicting messages? Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Kristen Clark, co-author of Made to Be She: Reclaiming God’s Plan for Fearless Femininity, to tackle the cultural lies surrounding womanhood.]]> What does it truly mean to be a woman in a world of conflicting messages? Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Kristen Clark, co-author of Made to Be She: Reclaiming God’s Plan for Fearless Femininity, to tackle the cultural lies surrounding womanhood.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Be a Godly Woman in a World That Wants You to Be a Boss | Kristen Clark false no 01:29:36 No no How the Gospel Transforms Your Marriage and Overcomes Fear | Brant Hansen https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-the-gospel-transforms-your-marriage-and-overcomes-fear-brant-hansen/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:46:29 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-the-gospel-transforms-your-marriage-and-overcomes-fear-brant-hansen/ In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, Christian radio host Brant Hansen redefines the gospel as a transformative way of life that frees you from fear, anxiety, and shame.]]> In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, Christian radio host Brant Hansen redefines the gospel as a transformative way of life that frees you from fear, anxiety, and shame.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How the Gospel Transforms Your Marriage and Overcomes Fear | Brant Hansen false no 01:00:18 No no 7 Powerful Ways Motherhood Stretches You (for the Better) | Abbie Halberstadt https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/7-powerful-ways-motherhood-stretches-you-for-the-better-abbie-halberstadt/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:44:27 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/7-powerful-ways-motherhood-stretches-you-for-the-better-abbie-halberstadt/ Motherhood isn't just a journey; it's a transformation. In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with author Abbie Halberstadt about her book, "You Bet Your Stretch Marks." She shares her personal experiences as a mom of ten, reframing the physical, emotional, and spiritual "stretching" of motherhood not as a burden, but as a path to a deeper faith and a lasting legacy.]]> Motherhood isn't just a journey; it's a transformation. In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with author Abbie Halberstadt about her book, "You Bet Your Stretch Marks." She shares her personal experiences as a mom of ten, reframing the physical, emotional, and spiritual "stretching" of motherhood not as a burden, but as a path to a deeper faith and a lasting legacy.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg 7 Powerful Ways Motherhood Stretches You (for the Better) | Abbie Halberstadt false no 00:29:44 No no Is Social Media Killing Your Faith? The 40-Day Challenge to Reconnect to God – Wendy Speake https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/is-social-media-killing-your-faith-the-40-day-challenge-to-reconnect-to-god-wendy-speake/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:42:16 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/is-social-media-killing-your-faith-the-40-day-challenge-to-reconnect-to-god-wendy-speake/ Are digital distractions pulling you away from what truly matters? Join us as we dive deep into a transformative 40-day social media fast with guest Wendy Speake, author of "The 40 Day Social Media Fast" and "The 40 Day Sugar Fast." Wendy and our hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, discover how intentionally disconnecting from your devices can deepen your spiritual connection with God.]]> Are digital distractions pulling you away from what truly matters? Join us as we dive deep into a transformative 40-day social media fast with guest Wendy Speake, author of "The 40 Day Social Media Fast" and "The 40 Day Sugar Fast." Wendy and our hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, discover how intentionally disconnecting from your devices can deepen your spiritual connection with God.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Is Social Media Killing Your Faith? The 40-Day Challenge to Reconnect to God – Wendy Speake false no 00:59:48 No no How to Find God’s Grace When You’re Beyond Overwhelmed – Abbie Halberstadt https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-to-find-gods-grace-when-youre-beyond-overwhelmed-abbie-halberstadt/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:40:33 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-to-find-gods-grace-when-youre-beyond-overwhelmed-abbie-halberstadt/ What if the hardest parts of parenting were actually opportunities for growth? On this inspiring episode of FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Abbie Halberstadt to unpacks her powerful philosophy: difficulty in life isn't negative, but an opportunity for growth and sanctification.]]> What if the hardest parts of parenting were actually opportunities for growth? On this inspiring episode of FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Abbie Halberstadt to unpacks her powerful philosophy: difficulty in life isn't negative, but an opportunity for growth and sanctification.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How to Find God’s Grace When You’re Beyond Overwhelmed – Abbie Halberstadt false no 01:29:09 No no How to Navigate Conversations about Sex and Gender with Your Kids – Rachel Gilson https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-to-navigate-conversations-about-sex-and-gender-with-your-kids-rachel-gilson/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:36:27 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-to-navigate-conversations-about-sex-and-gender-with-your-kids-rachel-gilson/ How can Christian parents confidently navigate conversations about sexuality and gender in today's progressive culture? Rachel Gilson, author of Parenting Without Panic: In an LGBT-Affirming World, Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love, shares her powerful personal experiences and insights with hosts Dave and Ann Wilson.]]> How can Christian parents confidently navigate conversations about sexuality and gender in today's progressive culture? Rachel Gilson, author of Parenting Without Panic: In an LGBT-Affirming World, Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love, shares her powerful personal experiences and insights with hosts Dave and Ann Wilson.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How to Navigate Conversations about Sex and Gender with Your Kids – Rachel Gilson false no 01:00:54 No no Every Time I Pray, I Realize I’m the Problem | Bruce + Maria Goff, Arlene Pellicane https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/every-time-i-pray-i-realize-im-the-problem-bruce-maria-goff-arlene-pellicane/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:35:18 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/every-time-i-pray-i-realize-im-the-problem-bruce-maria-goff-arlene-pellicane/ Are you in the thick of raising young kids and wondering how to keep your marriage thriving? Join Dave and Ann Wilson on this lively "Wilson Original" episode of FamilyLife Today as they welcome author Arlene Pellicane and the candid Bruce and Maria Goff, parents of four young girls. From essential communication and shared responsibilities to the power of laughter and prayer, discover real-life strategies to strengthen your bond.]]> Are you in the thick of raising young kids and wondering how to keep your marriage thriving? Join Dave and Ann Wilson on this lively "Wilson Original" episode of FamilyLife Today as they welcome author Arlene Pellicane and the candid Bruce and Maria Goff, parents of four young girls. From essential communication and shared responsibilities to the power of laughter and prayer, discover real-life strategies to strengthen your bond.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Every Time I Pray, I Realize I’m the Problem | Bruce + Maria Goff, Arlene Pellicane false no 00:59:40 No no How to Reconcile a Good God with a Hard Life – Mark Vroegop https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-to-reconcile-a-good-god-with-a-hard-life-mark-vroegop/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 08:31:28 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-to-reconcile-a-good-god-with-a-hard-life-mark-vroegop/ Are you struggling to reconcile a good God with a hard life? Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Mark Vroegop, author of "Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy" to explore the vital biblical practice of lament. Mark reveals how lament, though prevalent in Scripture (making up one-third of the Psalms!), is often missing from modern Christian life.]]> Are you struggling to reconcile a good God with a hard life? Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Mark Vroegop, author of "Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy" to explore the vital biblical practice of lament. Mark reveals how lament, though prevalent in Scripture (making up one-third of the Psalms!), is often missing from modern Christian life.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg How to Reconcile a Good God with a Hard Life – Mark Vroegop false no 01:19:54 No no What NOT To Say To Your Wife during…. That Time of the Month | Sherri Lynn https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/what-not-to-say-to-your-wife-during-that-time-of-the-month-sherri-lynn/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:29:23 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/what-not-to-say-to-your-wife-during-that-time-of-the-month-sherri-lynn/ Ever wondered what "that time of the month" really means for relationships? Join us as we courageously tackle PMS with author and comedian Sherri Lynn.]]> Ever wondered what "that time of the month" really means for relationships? Join us as we courageously tackle PMS with author and comedian Sherri Lynn.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg What NOT To Say To Your Wife during…. That Time of the Month | Sherri Lynn false no 00:48:24 No no Why Do Our Kids Still Blame Us? | Gary Chapman https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/why-do-our-kids-still-blame-us-gary-chapman/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:25:31 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/why-do-our-kids-still-blame-us-gary-chapman/ 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.]]> 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.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Why Do Our Kids Still Blame Us? | Gary Chapman false no 00:43:32 No no Do Christians REALLY Need To Change The World? | Kevin DeYoung https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/how-redefining-christianity-leads-to-embracing-ordinary-faith-kevin-deyoung/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:24:23 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/how-redefining-christianity-leads-to-embracing-ordinary-faith-kevin-deyoung/ Join Kevin DeYoung, author of 'Impossible Christianity,' for insights on navigating guilt, pursuing devotion, and running the Christian race.]]> Join Kevin DeYoung, author of 'Impossible Christianity,' for insights on navigating guilt, pursuing devotion, and running the Christian race.]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Do Christians REALLY Need To Change The World? | Kevin DeYoung false no 00:30:08 No no Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene Pellicane https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/the-simple-way-to-make-marriage-easier-arlene-pellicane/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:21:21 +0000 https://www.familylife.com/podcast/%series%/the-simple-way-to-make-marriage-easier-arlene-pellicane/ Strengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.”]]> Strengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.”]]> https://www.familylife.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1001/2025/02/image_bbee74.jpg Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene Pellicane false no 01:15:08 No no