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Family Matters

Family Matters is a 5 minute programme offering practical advice from Focus on the Family. Receive a daily dose of encouragement and advice for the family with keys to stronger marriages, effective parenting, deeper relationships and a more satisfying lifestyle.
Daily English South Africa Society & Culture · Religion & Spirituality
1,149 Episodes
372 – 392

How to Approach a Marital Separation (Part 2 of 2)

Last time, we began talking about how to approach a marital separation and covered: making sure that it’s the best and only solution at the time, putting a plan in place, and informing the children in an age-appropriate way. We want to talk more about how to care for your…
23 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

How to approach a marital Separation (Part 1 of 2)

So many couples are struggling in their marriage relationships, and separation or divorce seems to be the only solution to end the pain. We’re going to tackle the tough subject of how to approach a marital separation on the next two programs of Family Matters
22 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Same-Sex Attraction and Sexual Identity- (Part 2 of 2)

Last time, we were addressing the topic of same-sex attractions and helping our listeners understand that feelings don’t determine identity and identity labels should not be so easily appointed by society at large.
21 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Same-Sex Attraction and Sexual Identity (Part 1 of 2)

There are so many thoughts, feelings, and questions that circulate in a person's mind if they find themselves being attracted to someone of the same sex. Society would jump to conclusions and slap a label on your head in a heartbeat, but what is the truth, and what underlying factors…
20 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Parent-Child Separation for a Short Time

Should I feel uneasy about leaving my little one with a babysitter or dropping him off at the church nursery for an hour or so? I'm a new parent, and I don't know if it's healthy for my child to be separated from me, even for relatively short periods of…
17 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

STD Testing for Unfaithful Spouse

The repercussions of an affair are always devastating. The consequences of such actions have a far-reaching impact, and the offended spouse has every reason to feel apprehensive about moving forward in the marriage.
16 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Preparing for the Empty Nest

Did you know that among those aged 65 and older, the divorce rate has roughly tripled since 1990, and the reason for this spike is closely related to empty nest syndrome. Couples consciously choose to stay together until the children are out on their own and after that, they often…
14 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Reasons to Pursue Higher Education

hy should I go to University? The way I see it, college isn't shaping the next generation into productive adults and leaders, and it doesn't help individual students achieve their personal goals. Why bury yourself in debt just because everyone else expects you to pursue "higher education"? Why waste several…
13 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Parent Concerned About Tomboyish Tendencies in Daughter

We’re going to tackle a fairly controversial subject as we help a family better understand tomboyish tendencies and transgenderism. There are really good parenting tips in general in what we’re about to say.
10 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Husband Wonders if He Should Become 'Mr Mom'

It's not every day that you see Dad doing the school run, after-school activities, homework, and preparing dinner, but in some cases, this is the role Dads are finding themselves in.
9 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Husband Recovering From Porn Addiction - No Sexual Desire

So many marriages are being affected by porn addiction, and a lot of them end in divorce. The reason for this is that the road to recovery can be arduous and the spouse of the addict loses hope in having a normal relationship ever again. We’ll explore some of the…
8 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Grandparents Filling in for Busy Moms and Dads

In modern society, it has become increasingly common for both moms and dads to work outside of the home, and it’s overwhelmingly evident that busyness has become the norm for so many families. The words: ‘Oh, we’ve just been so busy!’ are almost everybody’s mantra. And with parents adopting this…
7 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Eliminating the Stress of Potty Training

If you’re a parent of school-going children you may look back on the potty training years and breathe a sigh of relief, but if you’re in that phase of life with your child right now, you possibly feel like this mountain is insurmountable. Well, the good news is that you…
6 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Disciplining an Uncooperative Child

The subject of discipline is a hot topic among most parents, and it’s an area where parents can feel overwhelmed and underqualified. What a lot of Moms and Dads don’t realize is that effective discipline takes effort and follow-through, and when there’s inconsistency, children end up feeling unsure of their…
3 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Considerations for Working Mothers

Do you have any encouragement for moms who are employed outside the home? I'm aware that Focus on the Family spends a lot of time affirming stay-at-home moms in their role, but I'm wondering if you can offer any support to those of us who have to leave home every…
2 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Cohabiting Boyfriend Has Been Unfaithful

A relationship that ends because of unfaithfulness is always a serious blow, but when there are children involved it makes the situation so much more difficult and devastating.
1 Feb 2022 5PM 4 min

Avoiding Extremes in Child Discipline

When it comes to disciplining children, parents need to have a clear-cut understanding of the appropriate methods and purposes of discipline. To discipline is to teach, and that is why harsh reactions to bad behavior are never healthy, although it can be so easy to fall into that trap when…
31 Jan 2022 5PM 4 min

Biblical Instruction and Expectations for Christian Giving

Biblical instruction and expectations for Christian giving can sometimes be misinterpreted or refuted when modern Christians believe that the laws laid down by Moses have been abolished by Christ, leaving us with only two new commandments to live by. The idea of tithing, therefore, seems outdated, and many Christians try…
30 Jan 2022 5PM 4 min

Denominationally Mismatched Romance

Pursuing a serious relationship with someone who you feel is a potential marriage partner is always a big decision. This is because marriage is a lifetime commitment that doesn’t only involve you and your spouse but your respective families too.
27 Jan 2022 5PM 4 min
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