by Arlene | Dec 8, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Need help understanding your neurodivergent child? Maybe your child has ADHD, autism, or another challenge. Author Kim Botto is here to give us the gift of understanding this Christmas. She knows how to create spaces where every child feels heard, valued, and loved. ...
by Arlene | Nov 25, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
We live in a culture obsessed with self-care and personal branding. But what if freedom and happiness is found more in forgetting ourselves and remembering God instead? Sharon Hodde Miller shares from her new devotional, Gazing at God: A 40 Day Journey to Greater...
by Arlene | Nov 10, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
In this broken world, building a strong family can seem out of reach. Your family doesn’t have to be perfect to be strong. Bestselling author Jessica Smartt shows us how to build a home where love and connection are every day occurrences. We’re talking about...
by Arlene | Oct 27, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Talking about sex can be awkward, shameful, embarrassing or painful. But what if it could be healing and hopeful? Dr. Juli Slattery is here to talk about God’s transformative love for every area of life, including our sexuality. We’re talking about her new...
by Arlene | Oct 13, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Are you too young to be thinking about legacy? Hobby Lobby Founder David Green says we can all be planning to make a lasting eternal impact on the generations that follow. Legacy is created now, not only in the last decades of your life. David Green and Bill High...
by Arlene | Sep 29, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
You’re busy. I’m busy. Is there a way out of this rat race? You’ve heard advice on burnout and busyness, but probably now how author and mom Tara Sun explains it from her new book, Overbooked and Overwhelmed: How to keep up with God when you’re...
by Arlene | Sep 22, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Our kids and teens are hearing loud messages about gender, and it can be terribly confusing. Social media has glamorized and normalized things like same sex attraction and the transgender movement. How can parents equip their kids with truth and love in this secular...
by Arlene | Sep 15, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Is it possible to delay social media for your teen, even your teen girl? My daughter Lucy and I are asking another mom/daughter duo about this. Today’s guests are comedian Kerri...
by Arlene | Sep 8, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
How addicted is your son or daughter to video games? Today’s guest Ian McCready is a former video game addict who understands the lure of gaming. He’s found a way to redeem his time from technology (you and your kids can too). Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on...
by Arlene | Sep 1, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
We know smartphones can be really harmful to kids and teens, but what can we do about it? Clare Morell brings a practical guide to freeing kids and teens from smartphones as we kick out the tech this month. Social media and addictive video games are not safe for...
by Arlene | Aug 25, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
If your kids opted out of having a smartphone, social media and video games, would they be better or worse off? Imagine saying goodbye to parental controls, fights, and time limits. Is there a different screen path available? Find out with Opt-Out Family founder Erin...
by Arlene | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
You know the Bible tells you not to worry, but you still do. Pastor Jonny Ardavanis has found a powerful way to combat worry and anxiety. Let’s find out more about what God’s Word says about worry as we consider the lilies. Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple,...
by Arlene | Aug 11, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Do you get nervous at the intersection of faith and science? What if your kids have questions you can’t answer? Louie Giglio is here to help us pass on the wonder of creation to the next generation. Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you...
by Arlene | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
What’s the one sin that is defeating you or your family? Karl Clauson knows what it’s like to wrestle with sin, hit rock bottom, and find God’s grace wider than he ever dared hope. His new book, Killing Sin: Conquer the one thing that is defeating...
by Arlene | Jul 28, 2025 | Blog, Parenting, Podcast, The Latest ...
Do you spend a lot of time managing stuff? Finding things? Storing things? Buying things? Julia Ubbenga has found a way to cut through the clutter – it turns out having more isn’t necessarily better. We’re talking through Julia’s book, Declutter Your...
by Arlene | Jul 21, 2025 | Blog, Parenting, The Latest ...
Ann Wilson spent more than a decade longing for a better marriage and for her husband to be more attentive. And every chance she got, she told him so! Turned out all her booing was pushing her husband even further away. FamilyLife Today hosts Ann and Dave Wilson...
by Arlene | Jul 14, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
If social media was completely erased from teen life, would that be a good thing for your kids? Allie Marie Smith knows what it’s like to scroll endlessly and get pulled under the tide of tech. It’s time for a reset for our kids: mentally, emotionally, physically and...
by Arlene | Jul 8, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Single father Rich Griffin is here to talk about the ups and downs of parenting three adopted sons, dealing with trauma, and the problem of professionalizing discipleship. Rich has a message of hope for single parents, and every parent who wants guide their child...
by Arlene | Jun 30, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Winning in marriage isn’t about winning an argument against your spouse. You and your spouse are on the same team, which means you either both win or you both lose. NFL chaplains George and Tondra Gregory are here to help us develop a winning game plan for...
by Arlene | Jun 23, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
When was the last time you were triggered by your kids? The struggle is real! How do you respond with patience instead of anger when your child pushes your buttons? Boy mom Amber Lia has godly advice to manage our anger (and our triggers). Her new book is,...
by Arlene | Jun 16, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Today’s culture sends boys a confusing and discouraging message that men are toxic. But the truth is real masculinity is a gift from God. From her new book Mothering Boys, Molly DeFrank shows us 8 things our boys need from us before they turn 10. Listen to the Happy...
by Arlene | Jun 9, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
The preteen years can be perilous for kids (and parents!). Kids are being bombarded today with messages and images that threaten their emotional and spiritual health. Mom of ten, Tricia Goyer not only has lots of experience with preteens, she has a new book...
by Arlene | Jun 2, 2025 | Blog, Podcast, The Latest ...
Complex problems don’t always have to require complex solutions. A simple tweak in your marriage could make a world of difference. One of our favorite guests is back, Dr. Gary Chapman with proven marriage advice to make your marriage better starting today. ...
by Arlene | Jun 2, 2025 | Blog, The Latest ...
Hey friends – just wanted to share the link for my recent article in the Christian Post. You can listen to the podcast conversation with Chris Carpenter on the CrossMap Podcast as well. Link to article and podcast