FamilyLife Today®
FamilyLife Today® is a weekday podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most.
Episodes
Finding hope in the midst of depression can feel impossible, especially as a mom. In this powerful FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with biblical counselor and author Christine Chappell to dive deep into her personal battle with depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation that led to a psychiatric hospital stay. Christine openly shares the raw details of her journey, from feeling utterly forsaken to fin...
Are you a parent who feels overwhelmed or ill-equipped to talk about sex with your kids? You’re not alone! In this episode, Mary Flo and Megan from Birds & Bees unpack how to have ongoing, age-appropriate conversations about sexuality, fostering trust and openness from an early age. We tackle common parental fears and discomforts, especially for Christian families, providing practical steps to build confidence. Learn the ...
Parenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter&rs...
Are you longing for a deeper, more fulfilling Christian marriage? Join us on FamilyLife Today as hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman, bestselling author of “”The Five Love Languages,”” to unlock practical insights for a thriving relationship! In this powerful episode, Dr. Chapman, co-author of the new book . A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage,”” shares his own raw marital s...
Are your kids struggling with who they are in a world telling them to follow their feelings? In this powerful episode, Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Jonathan Holmes, author of Grounded in Grace: Helping Kids Build Their Identity in Christ, to tackle the pressing issue of identity formation in children and teens. Jonathan, executive director of Fieldstone Counseling, brilliantly uses the “dinglehopper” analogy from T...
Ever feel like you’re running on fumes as a parent? You’re not alone! In this candid episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson chat with Bruce and Maria Golf, parents of four young daughters, about the raw reality of sleep deprivation and how it impacts their marriage and faith. From hilarious (and relatable) meltdowns to practical tips for soothing night terrors (hello, cat videos!), Bruce and Maria share their honest struggl...
Matt & Lauren Chandler get brutally honest about their 25-year marriage, parenting struggles, and ministry life in this raw conversation on FamilyLife Today. Discover how they moved past 7 ”brutal” early years, found healing through vulnerability and Celebrate Recovery, and built a friendship that sustains them through every season. From navigating differing interests to regretting missed opportunities with their ki...
Are you raising resilient kids in a fear-driven world? In this powerful FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson join Dr. Kathy Cook, founder of Celebrate Kids, to equip Christian parents with the tools to foster true resilience in their children—and themselves—through a biblical lens. Why do kids struggle with perseverance and risk-taking? Discover how well-intentioned overprotective parenting, from “&...
Are you carrying the heavy burden of sexual shame? Do you long for freedom and healing in your sexuality? In this crucial episode of FamilyLife Today, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson welcome Dr. Julie Slattery, clinical psychologist and author of Surrendered Sexuality, to address the pain of sexual brokenness and offer a path to liberation.
Dr. Slattery compassionately unpacks why so many Christians struggle with shame surrounding...
Are you tired of waiting? Feeling impatient with life's delays? You're not alone. In this insightful episode of FamilyLife Today, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Pastor and author Mark Vroegop to explore the profound truth that "Waiting Isn't a Waste."
Mark, author of the powerful book Waiting Isn't a Waste, shares deeply personal stories and biblical wisdom to reframe our perspective on those frustrating "gap moment...
Making friends as an adult and building authentic Christian community thrives on humility, honesty, and honor, fostering deep bonds through vulnerability and faith, as shared by New Creation Fellowship leaders.
Join Dave and Ann Wilson from FamilyLife Today as they sit down with the leadership team of New Creation Fellowship in Orlando, Florida. Pastors Ike and Arian Todd, Recap and Brittany Gray, and Demetrius share their i...
Ever wonder how to navigate tricky in-law dynamics, prepare for the quiet of an empty nest, or truly "leave and cleave" in your marriage? Join a candid and insightful conversation from the 2025 Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise panel featuring Ron and Nan Deal, Jared and Becky Wilson, and Trent and Andrea Griffith, with wisdom woven in by Dave and Ann Wilson. This episode tackles real-life relationship hurdles, offering practic...
Have you ever struggled to forgive someone who has deeply hurt you? This powerful episode with Jared Wilson, recorded during our 2025 Love Like You Mean It Cruise, delves into the profound connection between forgiveness, love, and God's grace. We explore how forgiveness isn't just a feeling, but a conscious act of love – a "relational grace" that mirrors the undeserved blessings God pours out on us. By embracing the radical g...
This FamilyLife Today episode, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, features Jonathan and Carrie Cronkite, who share their passion for making God real to their children through intentional family practices. The episode begins with a discussion about their recent experience on the FamilyLife Love Like You Mean It cruise, highlighting its uplifting atmosphere and authentic speakers.
The Cronkites emphasize the importance of parents modelin...
Toxic masculinity is as destructive as we think it is. But professor Nancy Pearcey’s data shows more of the whole story--of the power of a good man.
Show Notes and Resources
- Learn more about Nancy Pearcey at her website.
- Get more resources about masculinity on our website
- Find Nancy's book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes
- Find resources from this podcast at shop.fa...
Author and professor Nancy Pearcey explores sociological data to uncover why it’s open season on masculinity—and the surprising role of Christian men.
Show Notes and Resources
- Learn more about Nancy Pearcey at her website.
- Get more resources about masculinity on our website
- Find Nancy's book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes
Author and professor Nancy Pearcey uncovers why the script for masculinity turned toxic—and how Christianity reconciles the war between the sexes.
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On today's FamilyLife Today episode, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, we continue the conversation with Bill and Pam Mutz, parents of 12 and grandparents to 37, focusing on their experiences with loss and God’s redemptive power. The episode delves into the tragic drowning of their 7-month-old son, Jonathan, and the loss of their granddaughter, Gracie, due to their daughter Carrie’s preeclampsia. Pam recounts the guilt and...
On this FamilyLife Today episode, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, we feature Bill and Pam Mutz, a couple with 12 children and 37 grandchildren, known for their work with FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember conferences and the Art of Marriage series. The episode introduces their story, starting with their meeting in Indiana and Pam’s initial reluctance to marry or have children.
Despite her plans to serve Jesus overseas, Pam...
This FamilyLife Today episode, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, features counselor David Thomas, who discusses signs of an emotionally unhealthy home, drawing from his book "Raising Emotionally Strong Boys." The conversation explores three key practices—recognize, regulate, and repair—that are often absent in unhealthy homes. David explains how ignoring emotional signals, failing to manage stress, and refusing to apologiz...
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