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FAMILYSimple Strategies to Build Financial Peace for Your Family
With rising prices and an uncertain economy often in the news, it’s easy for families to feel stressed about money. In fact, after surveying nearly 4,000…
FAMILYWhy You Get Defensive With Your Spouse (And What to Say Instead)
Your spouse brings you a hurt, and before you know it, you’re defending yourself or rushing to fix it. Dr. Josh uses an example from his own marriage and…
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RAR #290: Holiday Traditions Don’t Have to be Big to be Memorable
We all want to make lasting memories with our kids, especially at this time of year. We want them to remember freshly-baked cookies, the fragrance of a freshly…
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Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 2 of 2)
Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom’s terminal illness — and found God’s comfort and peace along the way. She offers practical…
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Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 1 of 2)
Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom’s terminal illness — and found God’s comfort and peace along the way. She offers practical…
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Finding Encouragement in the Chaos of Family Life
Cynthia Yanof shares humorous stories about the messy parts of parenting and daily life. Hear her insights into reframing messy experiences as blessings from…
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Vice President JD Vance: Faith, Family, and Country (US only)
Jim Daly sits down with Vice President JD Vance to discuss the importance of family, marriage, parenting, faith, life, and religious freedom in creating a…
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Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 2 of 2)
Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and love, Rob…
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“Must Be Nice!” 4 Ways to Stop Keeping Score in Marriage
He’s up at 5AM thinking, “Must be nice to sleep in.” She’s thinking, “Must be nice to leave the house.” Sound familiar? In this episode, Dr. Josh unpacks how…
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Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 1 of 2)
Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and love, Rob…
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Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 2 of 2)
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your…
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Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 1 of 2)
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your…
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How to Practice Discernment with Artificial Intelligence
Abdu Murray explains the latest news about artificial intelligence and how Christians should respond. Listen in for insights on discerning when to trust AI…
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How to Develop a Resilient Mindset
Resilience is a life skill we need for the inevitable struggles we will face in this life — but we must be intentional about learning this skill. Valorie has…
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6 Practical Ways to Build Joy: Present or Just Available?
Does your family experience you as present, or just available? Do you find yourself hoping joy will one day find you once things slow down? Dr. Josh gets…
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RAR #289: Kate DiCamillo on the Mystery (and Miracle) of Stories
Today, I am over the moon to welcome one of my very favorite guests back to the show. She’s been on the show and visited us in RAR Premium several times over…
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Knowing Our Weaknesses, Finding God’s Strength
Trisha Davis explains how her tendency to be a rule-follower, and her husband’s tendency to be a rule-breaker, set them up for disaster when their marriage was…
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James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 2 of 2)
James Brown, CBS host of The NFL Today, shares his personal faith journey, family story, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Brown reflects on the…
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James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 1 of 2)
James Brown, CBS host of The NFL Today, shares his personal faith journey, family story, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Brown reflects on the…
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Exposing the Realities of Teen Dating Abuse
Abuse and manipulation in teen relationships are devastating and sadly often happen without parents ever knowing. Identifying the warning signs and how to…
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Teaching Your Children How to Face Bullies with Confidence
Bullying can leave kids feeling isolated, anxious, and unsure of their worth—and parents often wonder if they’re responding the right way. Counselor Julie Lowe…
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Why We’ve Lost Our Joy (And Where To Find It)
For some reason, we inherently believe that joy is a byproduct of success. Yet, we finish the project, celebrate for five minutes, and move on to the next…
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Helping Your Children Thrive in Faith and Education
Dr. Larry Taylor and Dr. Barry Corey help parents think biblically and practically about the growing challenges surrounding children’s education. They discuss…
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Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life (Part 2 of 2)
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the “seasons” (Spring, Summer, Fall…
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Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the “seasons” (Spring, Summer, Fall…
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Leaving Pro-Gay Theology for True Faith
Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian, Joe…
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Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 2 of 2)
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving, doubting, and…
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Go Analog: Small Shifts for a More Present Life
When was the last time you jumped in a pile of leaves without taking a picture of it? And do you know what not doing this is doing to your nervous system? In…
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RAR #288: Why Board Books Are Important Tools (and Toys!) with Tabitha Paige
There is a type of children’s book that we haven’t talked much about here in twelve years of Read-Aloud Revival. But it’s one that almost anyone who has spent…
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Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 1 of 2)
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving, doubting, and…
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How to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health (Part 2 of 2)
Licensed counselor and mom Michelle Nietert brings her trademark stories, humor, and practical wisdom to parents navigating the teen and young adult years…
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How to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health (Part 1 of 2)
Licensed counselor and mom Michelle Nietert brings her trademark stories, humor, and practical wisdom to parents navigating the teen and young adult years…
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Man Enough to Love Well
Jim and Shanna Ramos share their story of marriage revitalization after Jim decided to out-love and out-serve Shanna. Jim encourages men to step up as leaders…
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Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 2 of 2)
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own…
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Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 1 of 2)
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own…
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Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 2 of 2)
Jodi Jackson Tucker, Lisa C. Qualls, and Betsy Kylstra share their stories as an adoptive mother, adopted child, and birth parent to equip those affected by…
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The 15-Minute Habit That Will Change Your Marriage
What if you could have a rock-solid marriage in just 15 minutes a day? This is not a gimmick. Emotional disconnection rarely happens all at once. It happens…
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Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 1 of 2)
Jodi Jackson Tucker, Lisa C. Qualls, and Betsy Kylstra share their stories as an adoptive mother, adopted child, and birth parent to equip those affected by…
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Parenting Your Child’s Heart, Not Just Behavior
The goal of parenting isn’t perfect behavior—it’s shaping your child’s heart! Juan and Jeanine Sanchez offer some tools to equip you to raise your children in…
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Bringing God’s Peace to a Chaotic World
In this uplifting message, J.John uses the story of Lazarus to encourage us to remove any barriers between ourselves and God, and to respond to His call in our…
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Best of RAR: Simple Habits for Nurturing Lifelong Readers
We all want our kids to be readers. Not just kids who can read, but kids who actually do read. Who then grow up and keep choosing to read because they want to…
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Grieving the Loss of a Beloved Family Member
Grief is a powerful and often overwhelming process that no one voluntarily wants to experience. But it’s a normal and inevitable part of life. Jane Daly and…
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How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 2 of 2)
You may not think of yourself as controlling. You’re just trying to protect the people you love and keep things from falling apart! Lysa TerKeurst reveals how…
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How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 1 of 2)
You may not think of yourself as controlling. You’re just trying to protect the people you love and keep things from falling apart! Lysa TerKeurst reveals how…
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Practical Advice for Newlyweds from a Seasoned Wife
Michelle believes newlywed wives can benefit from her perspective of a “seasoned” wife on topics like being content in marriage vs. comparing to other…
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Serving and Surviving in New York on 9/11
As a secret service agent, Darin Kinder was trained to handle emergencies. As a Christian, he was gifted with compassion for others. Hear his eyewitness…
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Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 2 of 2)
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning…
FAMILYThe 2-Degree Shift That Changes How You Lead
What if becoming a healthier leader at home doesn’t require a major overhaul, but simply a two-degree shift? High-capacity leaders know how to solve problems…
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Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 1 of 2)
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning…
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How Foster Care Brought Me My Miracle Family
Michelle Ablard was content with her life as a schoolteacher, with 3 dogs and a mortgage. But then God nudged her into foster care, which began an unlikely…
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Five Steps to Building Your Kids’ Emotional Health
Every child experiences big emotions. As a parent, you want to teach them what to do when those feelings come. Counselor Eliza Huie equips you with practical…
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Your Family is Busy. But is it Healthy?
Fall brings new rhythms, new opportunities, and a fuller calendar. But not every good opportunity is right for your family in this season. In this episode, Dr…
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Practical Help for When You’re Overwhelmed (Part 1 of 2)
By making a few practical changes, you can reduce stress in your life, quiet the chaos and restore your sanity. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory share what being…
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Discovering Why God Made You
The late Steve Farrar invites listeners to consider life not as an accident, but as a purposeful design rooted in God’s sovereign plan. Beginning with God…
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How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your Family
Every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find…
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What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 2 of 2)
Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares…
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What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 1 of 2)
Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares…
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Teaching Our Children What Makes America Great
Tim Goeglein inspires parents to help their children gain appreciation for the history and civics in this great country that have made us the envy of the…
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Transform Your Marriage by Understanding Your Love Style
Every human is wired for emotional connection. And our earliest relationships with our parents, siblings, and others around us teach us when it’s safe to rely…
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Teaching Your Children How to Engage the Culture
Pop culture is everywhere—shaping the way your kids see the world and often teaching lessons that go against God’s Word. Dr. Holly Brand explains why you as a…