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Send us a textWhat if marriage replaced ordination as a woman's path to ministry? What if we've systematically erased the stories of women ministering in the past, and in so doing silenced women's voices and removed opportunities to serve Jesus? Today Beth Allison Barr joins us to talk about her new book Becoming the Pastor's Wife!REGISTER FOR OUR FREE WEBINARJoin Beth Allison Barr, Sheila, and Karen Swallow Prior on Thursday, March 27 at 9 pm for a FREE webinar (recording will be available afterwards if you can't make it live).Register hereBECOMING THE PASTOR'S WIFEFind the book hereTO SUPPORT USJoin our Patreon for as little as $5 a month to support our workFor tax deductible donations in the U.S., support Good Fruit Faith Initiative through the Bosko FoundationAnd check out our Merch, or any of our courses!Join our email list!THINGS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTOur new book The Marriage You Want (read the Amazon reviews!) Everywhere you can get itKeith's series on The Danvers StatementOur Podcast on the Danvers StatementBeth's original podcast with us about The Making of Biblical Womanhood:Join Sheila at Bare Marriage.com!Check out her books: The Great Sex Rescue She Deserves Better The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex and The Good Guy's Guide to Great Sex And she has an Orgasm Course and a Libido course too!Check out all her courses, FREE resources, social media, books, and so much more at Sheila's LinkTree.

Could one of the long-held beliefs of happy couples actually be wrong? Guests from the "Married With Benefits" podcast discuss why going to bed angry can sometimes lead to better marriages. Show Notes and Resources Listen to the "Married With Benefits" podcast. Get Shaunti's book "The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Couples." in our shop  Learn more about our Weekend to Remember events at weekendtoremember.com Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Based on his newest book Seeing the Supernatural, Lee Strobel explores the Scriptures to see what the Bible has to say about supernatural phenomena, showing that God works in the nonphysical realm.   Receive the book New Marriage, Same Couple and the audio download of the broadcast "Restoring Your Marriage After an Affair" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

How we budget and save for stuff, plus what to do when you feel behind in life, and conversations with someone who has doubts about God.    Featured musical artist: Hollyn Roundtable: Are You Living Paycheck to Paycheck? A bucket-list trip. A new house. A different car. The latest smartphone. All great things, but they require money. Many of us have gotten used to living paycheck to paycheck and putting things on credit cards. Is there a better way to spend and save without going into debt or eating mac and cheese until we’re 40? Our guests reveal what they’re saving money for, how they’re doing it, and why delayed gratification and planning for the future can be rewarding. If you’re needing clarity on how to better save towards a long-term goal, you’ll be inspired by our discussion.   Leave Us a Voicemail Culture: Am I Behind in Life?  Your friend gets a promotion. Another friend starts dating. A couple in your small group is expecting their first child. Meanwhile, you’re underemployed and staring at another apartment’s popcorn ceiling. This was Meghan Asbury’s life. Every milestone her friends hit left her feeling more and more behind. She moved to a new city for a fresh start, but that didn’t help. The months and years following led to a fair amount of grieving, soul-searching, and reevaluating her situation. In the process she learned a lot about herself, God, His plans for us, and what it means to be “on track.”   You Are Not Behind: Building a Life You Love Without Having Everything You Want  Visit Meghan’s Website Watch This Segment on YouTube Inbox: When a Loved One Doubts God A friend or family member admits they’re having doubts about God. How can you respond without freaking out or sounding preachy? Counselor Glenn Lutjens weighs in.  Find us on YouTube  Link to Counseling Services 

How are you and your spouse being intentional in your marriage? It's a daily decision, so John, Greg and Erin bring up why intentionality can bless your relationship. Also, Brad and Marilyn Rhoads talk with Jim Daly about trusting your marriage to God, and why you need healthy patterns to keep your communication strong.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Grace Marriage for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage    Giving Your Spouse Grace   Support This Show!    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In the #7 spot on Real Talk with Rachael's top 10 countdown, Dr. Juli Slattery joins the conversation to share wisdom on marriage, intimacy, and the power dynamics at play in relationships. As a clinical psychologist and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy, Juli helps women understand how to use their influence in marriage in a way that builds up rather than controls. She explains that men thrive when they feel believed in, supported, and encouraged rather than micromanaged. She also dives into how sex is a spiritual battleground—designed by God for deep intimacy but often attacked by fear, shame, and past wounds. Juli encourages couples to pray about their sex life, seek expert help when needed, and fight for their marriage with God’s perspective. She reminds us that healthy conflict is about teamwork, not winning, and that the real battle in marriage is often spiritual. This week, take time to ask God where the enemy may be attacking your relationship and how you can partner with Him to strengthen it.

Depending on the translation, there are somewhere around 397-515 words in Romans 12. Yet in this chapter there is so much wisdom for how we should live our lives as a living sacrifice. Listen in as the guys discuss the chapter and how to apply it to our daily lives. For more about Legacy Dads, click here: Legacy Dads Website Legacy Dads Facebook Group: Legacy Dads Facebook Legacy Dads Instagram: Legacy Dads IG

What do you do with feelings like anger, jealousy, hurt, or rejection in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal’s conversation with Dr. Alison Cook, who offers a three-step process to work through hard feelings and find healing and hope for your journey. Show Notes and Resources Register for Blended & Blessed  Look for blended ministries and events in your area.  Learn about Dr. Alison, get her books, and listen to her podcast.  Listen to the show on grief with Diane Fromme  Support FamilyLife Blended with a gift.  Blended resources  See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Coach Kerri Brinkoeter uses her coaching experience to teach fellow co-hosts, Cathy Endebrock and Marlene McMichael, valuable lessons about God's expectations for us. Regardless of the circumstances, we can overcome with God's strength if we persevere and trust His plan.

Phil and Diane Comer and their son, John Mark, founded Solid Rock: A Jesus Church, a church filled with young families in Portland, Oregon. They also launched Intentional Parents International to help parents raise the next generation of passionate, all-in-Jesus followers. Phil and Diane have been married for over forty years and have four grown children and a growing cadre of grandkids. During this episode, Phil and Diane explore how they have dedicated their lives to equipping parents to raise the next generation of passionate followers of Jesus. They share their journey from new believers to intentional parents and discuss the impactful resources they've created, such as the Intentional Film Series, their book Raising Passionate Jesus Followers: The Power of Intentional Parenting, and unique events like the Motherhood Retreat. They dive into vital topics like cultivating genuine faith at home, maintaining strong biblical values in an anti-Christian culture, and establishing heartfelt family traditions during Christmas. Key Takeaways: Having an authentic relationship with God: As Phil emphasizes, children learn values from what is taught and from what they observe at home. Demonstrating an authentic love for Jesus and integrating faith into everyday life creates an environment where children naturally embrace their faith. Intentional teaching and training: Proverbs 22:6 implores parents to "train up a child in the way he should go." Phil and Diane stress the importance of guiding children intentionally, providing an environment where Jesus remains the central focus. Navigating challenges with faith: Diane's testimony of losing her hearing and wrestling with her faith was an impactful lesson for her children. It showed them the importance of leaning on God through trials and developing an intimate relationship with Him. Creating meaningful traditions: From reading the Christmas story to incorporating family worship, Phil and Diane share practical ways to introduce and sustain faith-based traditions that reinforce biblical teachings and bring the family closer to Christ. In a world increasingly characterized by anti-Christian culture, Phil and Diane's approach provides a beacon of hope for parents striving to keep their children connected to their faith. This episode serves as a reminder that intentionality lies at the heart of successful parenting and that building a strong spiritual foundation at home is crucial for the next generation! Diane & Phil’s Website & Podcast. * * * * * * * * Love this episode? Please leave us a rating/review and share this episode with a friend! You can find a list of all our episodes here.

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