When the world feels unsettled and family life feels small — pastor, author, and ministry leader Ray Ortlund and his wife Jani tip our eyes toward eternity.

God’s plan threw an unplanned pregnancy into their blended family. Jay and Tammy Daughtry unpack their Day-One big feelings, a discovered grace to cover shame, and their faith-fueled healing. Discover a blueprint for turning chaos into hope.

Think parenting is about shaping your kids? Dave and Ann Wilson chat with Bruce and Maria Goff, parents of four, about how kids expose our idols of control, image, and comfort.

Comedian and podcast host Sherri Lynn and her mama, Ms. Bev, swap raw and hilarious stories from Sherri's latest book, Holy Ghost Mama.

Brian Dembowczyk brings fresh, you-got-this ways to shape your home into a place where Jesus is seen. Find small steps can spark big faith.

Author and longtime solo parent Anna Meade Harris breaks down the silent struggles of single-parent families in the church.

Author Gloria Furman didn’t plan for her husband’s disability, motherhood overseas, or a debilitating injury.

Motherhood meltdown in aisle five? You’re not alone. Jamie Erickson, author of Overwhelmed Mom, unpacks the chaos in a mom’s mind.

Ready to make your home a haven that pulls kids in and loves them well? Learn how to build a warm and welcoming home where kids feel safe and loved.

Divorce hurts. But for kids, it can feel like their world’s split in two. Summer Butler shares her story and a workbook that helps kids process emotions, set boundaries, and handle life between two homes—leveraging drawing, writing, and real talk.

On FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson are keeping it real with Dave and Ashley Willis--on raising boys who truly respect women. From Dave Willis' battle with porn shame to Ashley’s practical trust-building, they share honest, guilt-free advice on how everyday moments—like mall trips and swimsuit magazines—become teachable lessons on sex and boundaries, and how dads set the ultimate example. Buckle up for a parenting talk that's raw, hopeful, and real.

What if prayer is your secret weapon for raising teen girls? Stacey Thacker joins Dave & Ann Wilson for laughs, honest parenting talk, and a powerful reminder: you’re not alone in the chaos. From grocery store judgments to dinner-table truth bombs, this episode dishes real struggles—and real hope. Grab your coffee, open your heart, and pray like it matters—because it does.

Parenting teens can feel like a mix of drama and low-budget sitcom. One minute, you’re praying for wisdom, the next, there’s a slammed door or a bathroom fight. In this episode of FamilyLife Today, Brooke McLaughlin and Stacey Thacker join Dave and Ann Wilson to talk about praying for your teens—and for yourself. It’s real talk on humility, spiritual battles, and the power of waiting (with fries in hand).

Maybe you already know the rollercoaster of parenting teens: from facepalms, to moments of dread, to triumphs. On FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson host authors Brooke McGlothlin and Stacey Thacker, who offer wisdom and practical help from the trenches to help you fight for your teenagers rather than against them. They’ll help you feel purposeful, not powerless, in your parenting.

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In this eye-opening episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, guest Brant Hansen gives a "graduation speech" unlike any other. He uses an AI-generated speech to expose how chasing worldly freedom can lead to loneliness and exhaustion.

The FamilyLife Today Podcast hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, welcome author Heather Holleman to discuss how to overcome shame, find your identity in Christ, and live a life of purpose. Heather shares powerful insights from her books, including Seated with Christ, and provides practical tools like journaling and simple communication tips to help both kids and adults find freedom from shame and jealousy.