Are spiritual disciplines really helpful, or just busy work? Justin Earley, author of "The Common Rule," says we all have habits we do without thinking. What would happen if we built habits into our lives that aligned our hearts with our Creator?
Why do I experience pain in life? Dane Ortlund offers answers to the hard, unavoidable reality that we as humans face in hurt and suffering.
If we hide, we don' grow. Pastor Dane Ortlund asks us to get honest with God about who we really are by holding up our sins to the light
How do we continue to grow spiritually? Dane Ortlund shares that we oftentimes think that we have to do more, but in reality it's often about doing less and going deeper in the gospel truth.
Men want to do things they feel they can do well. John Yates breaks down the simple nature of prayer and how a man's prayer life blesses his family.
Many men struggle with praying. John Yates discusses why men struggle, steps to help, and how it can affect their whole lives.
Psalms For Christmas: a podcast miniseries from FamilyLife. We decorate in December--but the truth behind Christmas celebration feeds an ecstatic life. Author Dane Ortlund explores what’s feast-worthy about Psalm 95.
Psalms For Christmas: a podcast miniseries from FamilyLife. In “all I want for Christmas”, how can we revel in thankfulness? Author Dane Ortlund explores Psalms for Christmas--and a portrait of a grateful heart.
Living with a bitter person can feel exhausting, defeating. How can you love them without losing your happiness...or sanity? Author Stephen Viars weighs in.
Wondering how to forgive--and if it really makes a difference? Author and pastor Stephen Viars explores how forgiveness can turn bitterness on its head.
What's it look like to combat bitterness? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief.
Wondering, "Where is God in my pain?" Maybe He's closer than you think. Author Dane Ortlund digs deep into what God tells us about Himself—and what that means for our lowest, messiest, most desperate moments.
In rough days, it's easy to see God as our #1 critic. Is He fighting for us—or fed up with us? Author Dane Ortlund examines whether God's adding the unbearable weight of perfection on top of our pain ... or if it's true His burden is light.
Where is God in our families' lowest moments? Bestselling author Dane Ortlund paints an image of a God in the mess with us at rock-bottom—who's advocating and compassionate, gentle and lowly.
Hayley DiMarco and Philip Holmes share their journeys of becoming debt-free. Brad Formsma shares some of the joy that is found in giving to others once you're free from debt.
How can we worship God through the really hard times? Courtney Reissig shares her story and tells how God met her through His Word.
Sometimes it can be difficult to put our feelings into words. Courtney Reissig shares how God can actually use the Psalms to help us get in touch with our emotions.
Dennis Rainey, John Piper, Melissa Spoelstra, and Hannah Anderson give their perspective on how to best honor the Sabbath and keep it holy.
All of us can remember words that impacted us in positive or negative ways. Today, Dave and Ann Wilson tell us five ways to leverage our words for good.
Why is it a big deal who I sleep with? Sam Allberry addresses the value of sex for our whole selves and explains how we find our ultimate fulfillment in Christ.
Does God really care who I sleep with? Sam Allberry presents the Good News of Jesus and tells how it is life-giving to those who desire to give and receive physical love.
Alex Kendrick explores how our relationships with God and our spouse affects our worship.
Bob Lepine gives a theological, Bible-based description of the gospel. Tracy Lane shares how the gospel applies to her life as a mom.
Are you needing a game plan for discipling your kids? Kennon Vaughan gives some simple ideas for marking milestones in their lives.
What should family discipleship look like? Kennon Vaughan shares a simple routine that anyone can do.
What is the difference between giving grace and giving in? Paul David Tripp, Tim Kimmel, Ron Deal, and Caleb Kaltenbach explain what grace is: in parenting, marriage, or relationships with a watching world.
If God's voice is life to us as believers, how do we filter out all the other voices we hear? Wendy Speake encourages us that our Lord will make us lights in this world...brighter than the glow of any screen.
What holds our hearts' attention and affection? Wendy Speake asks us to evaluate whether our phones are actually the ones sitting on the throne of our hearts.
Is prayer a daily discipline for you, or is it something you save "for emergencies"? Crawford Loritts shares principles of effective prayer.
Larry Fowler, Emmitt Fowler, Hannah Leary, and Barbara Rainey talk about the blessings of hiding God's Word in your heart.