Best FamilyLife Podcasts (2024)

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Answering Teens' Tough Questions: Michael Kruger 25:08

5m ago25:08

25:08

Not sure how to answer? Michael Kruger, author of "Surviving Religion 101", offers answers for tough questions. Show Notes and Resources Check out Michael's book, Surviving Religion 101: Letters to a Christian Student on Keeping the Faith in College FamilyLife has a free devotional for you from Amberly Neese: "Finding Common Ground." Sign up at fam…

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#182 Übertragung: Wie frühere Erlebnisse unsere Beziehungen belasten – und was wirklich hilft 30:23

4d ago30:23

30:23

Häufig begegnen wir in aktuellen Beziehungen intensiven Gefühlen, Konflikten oder Enttäuschungen, die eigentlich auf frühere Erlebnisse zurückzuführen sind, aber unbewusst auf unsere heutigen Mitmenschen projiziert werden. Sigmund Freud hat dieses Phänomen als "Übertragung" bezeichnet. Ihr oft verwirrender und destruktiver Einfluss zeigt sich in Eh…

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Surviving Religion: Michael Kruger 24:55

18m ago24:55

24:55

Are your kids college-ready? Michael Kruger, author of "Surviving Religion 101," examines how to prep teens for surviving religion—and keeping the faith. Show Notes and Resources Check out Michael's book, Surviving Religion 101: Letters to a Christian Student on Keeping the Faith in College FamilyLife has a free devotional for you from Amberly Nees…

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Family Conflict in the Time of Cancel Culture: Tim Muehlhoff & Sean McDowell 28:35

3m ago28:35

28:35

Do disagreements with family strain relationship at times? Learn to approach family conflict with wisdom and winsomeness in this conversation between Dave and Ann Wilson and Tim Muehlhoff and Sean McDowell. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Tim Muehlhoff and catch more of their thoughts on the Winsome Conviction Project. Find previous podcast e…

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Moving Past Cancel Culture: Tim Muehlhoff & Sean McDowell 29:03

11m ago29:03

29:03

How do we move away from cancel culture? One way—according to scholars and authors, Tim Muehlhoff and Sean McDowell—is growing in listening skills. Listen in to their conversation with Dave and Ann Wilson for practical help in improving. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Tim Muehlhoff and catch more of their thoughts on the Winsome Conviction P…

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End the Stalemate: Tim Muehlhoff & Sean McDowell 28:38

7m ago28:38

28:38

Civil conversations feel harder and harder to come by these days. Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson are joined by scholars, authors, and Christian apologists—Tim Muehlhoff and Sean McDowell—to discuss their new book, "End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations." Listen in as they shed light on our current polarized culture, as …

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Peace Over Election Anxiety: Brant Hansen 27:32

3d ago27:32

27:32

Are you feeling anxiety about the election? Brant Hansen joins hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for a hope-filled conversation about peace and politics. Listen in for helpful perspective for Christians, as well as some practical tips for coping with anxiety. Show Notes and Resources Brant Hansen has created an election anxiety guide just for FamilyLife To…

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Don Everts: What's it Look Like to Love My Community? 27:08

3m ago27:08

27:08

“What’s it look like to love my community?” Don Everts helps you get intentional about your relationship to your neighborhood, caring in ways that matter. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to receive Amberly Neese’s five-week video series, “Moving Toward Each Other in the Middle of a Divisive World.” Amberly, author and comedian, offers insights on …

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Don Everts: Why Community is Important 27:38

2d ago27:38

27:38

Author Don Everts knows what it’s like to feel disconnected in your own neighborhood. But he also knows why community is critically important. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to receive Amberly Neese’s five-week video series, “Moving Toward Each Other in the Middle of a Divisive World.” Amberly, author and comedian, offers insights on fostering pe…

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Husband and Wife Relationship 101: Collin & Stacey Outerbridge, Joseph Torres, Anna Markham 31:27

1d ago31:27

31:27

Looking to level up the 'ole husband and wife relationship? Tune in for the research-backed ways to improve marital satisfaction—this time for wives! Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson are joined by couples at different stages of love and marriage to discuss! Show Notes and Resources Check out the 'Married with Benefits Podcast' by Family Life! Grab Shaunti…

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#RelationshipGoals with Collin & Stacey Outerbridge, Joseph Torres, Anna Markham 30:06

2d ago30:06

30:06

Want to exceed your #relationshipgoals? Tune in for a candid discussion of five things that research shows improve marital satisfaction for men from couples at various stages of love and marriage. Show Notes and Resources Check out the 'Married with Benefits Podcast' by Family Life! Grab Shaunti Feldhahn's book: "The Surprising Secrets of Highly Ha…

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Overcoming Incivility: Heather Holleman 29:34

5d ago29:34

29:34

In a world thrashed by incivility, professor Heather Holleman describes researched-based techniques for rediscovering conversations that connect us. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to receive Amberly Neese’s five-week video series, “Moving Toward Each Other in the Middle of a Divisive World.” Amberly, author and comedian, offers insights on foster…

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Six Conversations in an Isolated World: Heather Holleman 29:26

6d ago29:26

29:26

Isolated? Wishing for connections that matter? On FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson host author Heather Holleman, who proposes six conversations to combat loneliness and plunge relationships deeper. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to receive Amberly Neese’s five-week video series, “Moving Toward Each Other in the Middle of a Divisive World.” A…

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7 Myths About Singleness: Sam Allberry 28:17

7d ago28:17

28:17

Is it okay to be single? Is Christ truly enough? Sam Allberry affirms that our relationship with God does not depend upon our marital status. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to receive Amberly Neese’s five-week video series, “Moving Toward Each Other in the Middle of a Divisive World.” Amberly, author and comedian, offers insights on fostering pea…

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#181 Bitte erfriere deine Beziehung nicht! 5:17

17d ago5:17

5:17

Ein leichtes Kratzen im Hals, die Nase kribbelt und du fühlst dich insgesamt nicht fit. Diese Symptome kennt fast jeder. Doch wie ist es mit den Symptomen, die auf eine Beziehungskrise hindeuten? Nehmt ihr die genauso wahr? Hört dazu Constanze im Podcast mit praktischen Tipps, wie ihr das Ruder noch herumreißen könnt. Alle unsere Episoden gibt es a…

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Marriage Expectations: True or False? with Collin Outerbridge 30:49

8d ago30:49

30:49

If you're married, what did you expect when you tied the knot? What will your children expect? Dave and Ann Wilson welcome Colin Outerbridge to discusses real romantic relationships and helping children understand love beyond modern romance. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Pastor Collin Outerbridge at nonachurch.com/pastor Check out Colin Out…

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Modern Romance: Collin Outerbridge 29:50

9d ago29:50

29:50

Is modern romance a recipe for heartache? Pastor Colin Outerbridge says it's closer to greek mythology than Christianity. Join hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for a discussion on the case for lasting romance. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Pastor Collin Outerbridge at nonachurch.com/pastor Check out Colin Outerbridge's four-part video series, wher…

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How To Evangelize With EQ: Preston Perry 28:42

18d ago28:42

28:42

Apologetics isn't about winning arguments, but about winning people. Join hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, to learn how to evangelize with emotional intelligence with evangelist, podcaster, and author, Preston Perry. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Preston and check out everything he's up to at preston-perry.com. You can also find him on social me…

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How To Tell The Truth: Preston Perry 32:17

21d ago32:17

32:17

Preston Perry was a troubled youth on Chicago's South Side. Now he's a passionate–and compassionate–evangelist. Join hosts Dave and Ann Wilson and hear more of his story and his approach to winning people to Jesus. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Preston and check out everything he's up to at preston-perry.com. You can also find him on social…

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Andrew Peterson: Fueling Your Kids' Imagination 24:55

14d ago24:55

24:55

Musician and author Andrew Peterson chats about fueling kids’ imagination and creativity to open doors for the Kingdom of God. Show Notes and Resources Gospel in a pumpkin Get your free download with activities, pumpkin-face stencil sheets, and a guided script to help your kids learn about what matters most while you carve your jack-o-lanterns. Con…

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Nurturing Creativity in Your Home: Ashlee Gadd 28:29

15d ago28:29

28:29

Do you ever feel guilty for wanting time to nurture your creativity and passions as a mother? What if embracing your desire for beauty and creating can enrich your home and spirits of yourself and your children? Ashlee Gadd—author, photographer and founder of Coffee and Crumbs—joins Dave and Ann Wilson to discuss embracing play, modeling a love for…

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Create Anyway: Creativity in the Margins of Motherhood: Ashlee Gadd 28:03

16d ago28:03

28:03

Many moms feel like there's just no time for their creative passions. Ashlee Gadd—author, photographer and founder of Coffee and Crumbs—joins Dave and Ann Wilson to share how God led her to create in the margins of motherhood and offers hope for moms to thrive in seasons of change. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Ashlee and hear more of her t…

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What Tamar Can Teach Us: Teresa Whiting 29:30

19d ago29:30

29:30

God restored women in the Bible who faced shame and trauma, and He can restore us, too. Teresa Whiting joins hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, to share practical advice for finding hope and healing in sexual brokenness. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Teresa and hear more of her thoughts on her website, teresawhiting.com, and through her podcast, F…

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(dis)Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken: Teresa Whiting 28:37

20d ago28:37

28:37

Have you ever felt broken or bad? You're not alone. Listen in as Teresa Whiting, writer & author, joins hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for a tender discussion on overcoming shame and sexual brokenness. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Teresa and hear more of her thoughts on her website, teresawhiting.com, and through her podcast, Find Hope Here. Gr…

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God's People & Sibling Rivalry: Amberly Neese 26:14

21d ago26:14

26:14

Ever struggle with jealousy or sibling rivalry? From (almost) the beginning of time, God's people have, too. It's a tale as old as time. Listen in as author and speaker, Amberly Neese, offers biblical insight on overcoming envy, with siblings & beyond. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Amberly on her website, amberlyneese.com, and on Insta and …

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#180 Von Segensspuren zu Segensbringern 6:40

1M ago6:40

6:40

Wie könnt ihr als Paar neue Energie, Motivation und Inspiration gewinnen und gleichzeitig als Segensbringer für andere unterwegs sein? Chrissi und Franz nehmen uns dazu mit in ihre Erfahrungen hinein und machen neugierig auf ein segensreiches Event, welches kurz bevorsteht und von dem ihr Teil sein könnt. Hier gehts zu dem Event: https://familylife…

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Common Ground: Amberly Neese 25:59

24d ago25:59

25:59

Even in healthy relationships, disagreements and conflict will arise. Author and speaker, Amberly Neese, wants to help us navigate conflict well by finding common ground with those we love. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Amberly on her website, amberlyneese.com, and on Insta and Facebook. Her book, "Friendship Initiative: 31 Days of Loving a…

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The Friendship Initiative: Amberly Neese 28:15

23d ago28:15

28:15

Do you have the biblical friendships you were made for? Statistics on loneliness suggest that few of us do. Author and speaker, Amberly Neese, offers vision and actionable ideas for building richer relationships in her book, The Friendship Initiative. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Amberly on her website, amberlyneese.com, and on Insta and F…

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Halloween and Christians: An Opportunity, with Jimmy & Kelly Needham 27:21

26d ago27:21

27:21

Halloween and Christians: It's complicated. But what if it's a great opportunity to reach your neighborhood?! Join Dave and Ann Wilson to learn how Jimmy and Kelly Needham use their home to share generosity and the gospel with their neighbors during Halloween. They have tips for you, too! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Jimmy & Kelly Needham …

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The Relationship Lift - Control to Surrender (Brick 8) 14:17

27d ago14:17

14:17

Letting go of our ability to control the outcome isn’t easy, it requires trust. When we surrender our control to Jesus and yield to His will for our lives and marriages it can feel like a scary place, but ultimately the fruit will be much better than anything we can produce in our own strength. In today’s conversation, we talk about the journey of …

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Dave & Ann Wilson: Our Miraculous Marriage Story 26:23

27d ago26:23

26:23

Dave and Ann Wilson have been married for 44 years. But they almost didn't make it past 10. Teresa Whiting gets the deets of their miraculous marriage story. Show Notes and Resources You can connect with Teresa Whiting and listen to her podcast, Find Hope Here, at teresawhiting.com Get your copy of Dave and Ann Wilson's book, " Vertical Marriage " …

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Childhood Grief & Family Disruption: Scott Kedersha & Ron Deal 26:42

28d ago26:42

26:42

Dave and Ann Wilson welcome Scott Kedersha, author and marriage pastor, and Ron Deal to the show. They explore how Scott's early experiences of grief and family disruption shaped his approach to marriage and parenting. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry: SummitOnStepfamilies.com Connect with Scott Kedersha a…

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#179 Keine Lust auf die Lust?! 17:09

1M ago17:09

17:09

Im Interview haben wir Martin Leupold, Berater und Geschäftsführer des “Weißen Kreuzes” folgende Fragen gestellt. Welche Bedeutung hat Sexualität deiner Meinung nach für die Ehe? Welche Ratschläge gibst du jungen Paaren bei Startschwierigkeiten? Worauf kommt es an, damit Sexualität in der Ehe gelingt? Wie lässt sich ein harmonischer Umgang mit unte…

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The Jesus Trilemma and the TikTok Generation: Sean McDowell 29:05

29d ago29:05

29:05

The famous "liar, lunatic, or Lord" trilemma has been a famous staple in modern apologetics. Is it still relevant today? Listen as Sean McDowell discusses apologetics for a new generation with Dave and Ann Wilson. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sean McDowell and catch more of his thoughts on Insta, Facebook, and X. Grab your copy of the upda…

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More Than A Carpenter (updated): Sean McDowell 30:16

1M ago30:16

30:16

Author, speaker and Biola apologetics professor, Sean McDowell, grew up steeped in apologetics. He joins Dave and Ann Wilson to share how his father's work impacted him, along with his own faith journey from doubt to confidence. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sean McDowell and catch more of his thoughts on Insta, Facebook, and X. Grab your c…

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Traits of a Godly Man: Brant Hansen 24:51

1M ago24:51

24:51

If you're a Christian man, you probably want to become godly. But where to begin? In his talk from the 'Love Like You Mean It' marriage cruise, Brant Hansen discusses traits of a godly man to cultivate in your life—and how! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of his thoughts at branthansen.com and on Instagram @brantha…

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The Relationship Lift - 50/50 to All-In (Brick 7) 14:59

1M ago14:59

14:59

Rather than approaching our marriage in the same way we shop for deals and money-back guarantees around boxing day, what if we approached it more like an Olympic athlete approaches their training routine? Today’s conversation is part of our Bricks and Hammer series and we’re talking about how a 50/50 mindset will bring destruction to our marriage w…

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What Healthy Masculinity Is (And Isn't): Brant Hansen 26:28

1M ago26:28

26:28

It's safe to say there's a lot of confusion about what healthy masculinity and true strength look like. Dave nad Ann Wilson share Brant Hansen's message for men from the 'Love Like You Mean It' marriage cruise! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of his thoughts at branthansen.com and on Instagram @branthanse. For othe…

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Before the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse: Ron & Nan Deal 26:46

1M ago26:46

26:46

You may have heard of John Gottman's 'Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse': criticism, contempt, withdrawal, and stonewalling. Guess what the precursor to all these is? In this special episode, Dave and Ann Wilson share Ron and Nan Deal's wisdom that connects the dots between biblical trust and modern research. Show Notes and Resources Ron Deal leads F…

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Marriage & The Meaning of Encouragement: Dane Ortlund 25:21

1M ago25:21

25:21

Your spouse needs your encouragement. Worried about empty words or awkwardness? Listen as Dane Ortlund explores the meaning of encouragement in marriage in this special episode, presented by Dave and Ann Wilson and recorded on FamilyLife's "Love Like You Mean It" Cruise! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Dane Ortlund and catch more of their tho…

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6 Ways to Building Trust in Relationships: Bryan & Stephanie Carter 26:29

1M ago26:29

26:29

Trust takes ongoing effort. So how do you work at building trust in relationships—especially marriage? Bryan and Stephanie Carter offer 6 strategies in this special episode, presented by Dave and Ann Wilson and recorded on FamilyLife's "Love Like You Mean It" Cruise! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Bryan Carter and catch more of his thoughts …

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Real Bad Guys: Jimmy & Kelly Needham 28:36

1M ago28:36

28:36

Inspired by a conversation with his young daughter, Jimmy Needham wrote a kids book about needing a savior and God looking beyond appearances. Listen as he and his wife, Kelly, join Dave and Ann Wilson to tell us more! Show Notes and Resources Connect with Jimmy & Kelly Needham at their website! Get your copy of "Real Bad Guys: A Story About Good v…

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The Relationship Lift - "Strengthen Your Relationship" - Marriage Week NZ 19:16

1M ago19:16

19:16

Marriage Week is an opportunity for people to be reminded about the importance of marriage, why it matters, and what you can do to strengthen your marriage relationship. Today’s discussion is part of a 2 part discussion we had before and during marriage week this year - we talked about the importance of investing in your marriage and discussed some…

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Praying for My Pastor: Encountering Jesus with Dane Ortlund 27:59

1M ago27:59

27:59

How can I be praying for my pastor? Pray for consistent encounters with the gentle and lowly Jesus, says Dane Ortlund. Tune in as he joins Dave and Ann Wilson to discuss essential qualities of a Christian leader. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Dane Ortlund and catch more of their thoughts at daneortlund.com, or on X. You can get your copy of…

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How to Embrace Jesus' Love for You: Dane Ortlund 26:39

1M ago26:39

26:39

What does the Bible say about Jesus' feelings and posture toward us? Learn the importance of diving into Scriptures day by day to remember Jesus' love for you as pastor and author, Dane Ortlund, joins Dave and Ann Wilson. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Dane Ortlund and catch more of their thoughts at daneortlund.com, or on X. You can get you…

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#178 Eine gute Geschenkidee 5:50

2M ago5:50

5:50

Constanze hat erlebt, wie kleine Gesten der Ermutigung und Worte der Anerkennung tiefgreifende Wirkung auf die Paarbeziehung haben. Mit praxiserprobten Tipps und Ideen ermutigt sie, diese bewusst in den Alltag zu integrieren. Alle unsere Episoden gibt es auch als Blogbeitrag zum Lesen und Download auf unserer Homepage familylife.de/time. Dort könnt…

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The Relationship Lift - "Valuing and Investing in Your Marriage Every Day" - Marriage Week NZ 12:23

1M ago12:23

12:23

Marriage week is an opportunity for us to celebrate the institution of marriage as God designed it for our flourishing and as a space to raise healthy, happy and wholehearted children. It’s also an opportunity for us to look at ways we can be intentional about growing together as a couple and invest in our marriage. Today’s discussion is part of a …

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The Heart of Jesus: How He Really Feels About You, with Dane Ortlund 26:54

1M ago26:54

26:54

Have you ever wondered how Jesus really feels about you? At times, many imagine He's disappointed or aloof. Dane Ortlund wants us to experience Jesus' truest heart towards us. He joins Dave and Ann Wilson for a hopeful discussion on theology and the goodness of God. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Dane Ortlund and catch more of their thoughts…

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Dave & Ann Discuss: Tim Keller on Marriage 26:36

2M ago26:36

26:36

Did you know that marriage has power? Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they discuss concepts from Tim Keller on marriage and the powerful ways it can lead to mutual growth and Christlikeness! Show Notes and Resources Get your copy of "The Meaning of Marriage" by Tim and Kathy Keller wherever books are sold Grab Dave and Ann Wilson's book, Vertical Marri…

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Surviving Back-To-School Stress: David & Meg Robbins 25:59

2M ago25:59

25:59

The logistical and emotional demands of school starting can be heavy for parents. David and Meg Robbins join Dave and Ann Wilson for an authentic discussion on surviving back-to-school stress. Show Notes and Resources Don't miss out on our biggest sale of the season! Weekend to Remember registrations are half price until September 16th Find resourc…

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