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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
472 – 492

Why We Give Right Reasons for Christian Giving

Have you ever wondered what the Bible actually says about giving? On the next Family Matters, we’ll offer a scriptural perspective on the subject of giving, stay tuned.
7 Oct 2021 5AM 4 min

Child repeat negative Comments Made by Ex

In situations of divorce, there are often times ongoing feuds or discord between the ex-spouses. There can be a lot of negative feelings toward the ex-partner and unfortunately where children are involved, they can end up in the middle of all of it, and can even become the go-between, relaying…
5 Oct 2021 6PM 4 min

Recovering from a disappointing affair

The break up of a relationship is never easy, there are always feelings of disillusionment and heartache that need to be dealt with, but how one moves forward with life is key to experiencing freedom in the future.
4 Oct 2021 6PM 4 min

Parents fear child may be Victim of Cyber-Bullying

In this digital age we’re living in, where so many children have devices that connect them to the cyber world, it’s becoming extremely common for them to be subjected to cyber-bullying. As a parent, you may find yourself out of your depth in this kind of situation.
3 Oct 2021 6PM 4 min

Mutual attraction between married friends

If a married man develops feelings for his friend’s wife, he knows that the implications are huge. But what is the underlying problem, and what can be done to ensure that martial destruction is not the end result.
30 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

-DELETED- Ukuhuheka phakathi kwabangani abashadile

Uma indoda eshadile ikhulelwa yimizwa ngonkosikazi womngani wayo, iyazi ukuthi lokho kuzibandakanya kungayicala elikhulu.Kodwa manje iyiphi inkinga elele la. Yikuphi futhi okungenziwa ukuqinisekisa ukuthi ukubhidlika komshado akuzoba yisiphetho salengwadla.
30 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

How to handle "working mom" guilt?

There is a common trend these days for moms to aspire to be Super Moms who can juggle work, family, friends, church commitments, and more all at the same time. If you identify with this then stay tuned because we’re going to discuss the potential dangers of living this way,…
29 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Mom's Husband-to-Be Doesn't Understand Toddler

Beginning a new marriage relationship where there are children involved can be one of the most challenging tasks for parents. We’ll discuss the importance of being intentional and working hard at the new relationship with the kids.
28 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Time Outs as a Disciplinary Measure

The traditional old, ‘Go to the Naughty Corner’ may not be the best and most effective way of disciplining a small child, however, the use of ‘Time Outs’ seems to have become the new trend. What’s the difference and how can the alone time benefit the child or teach them…
27 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Spouse Is Receiving Flirty Messages on Facebook

In this modern world of digital everything, and social media mayhem, it’s very easy to see how extra-marital flirtation and affairs can entice and ensnare unsuspecting partners. With no face-to-face contact, one can believe that there is no real harm in engaging in a little online flirtation, but this is…
23 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Praying Together As Family

Many Christian families have never taken time to pray together regularly, and have not known the incredible bond that forms as a result of those simple prayers. Other families will testify to the amazing faith-building and intimate times shared as their family has sought the Lord together. How important is…
22 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Parental Authority Over A Grown Child

There’s a definite shift in authority and responsibility when a child becomes an adult. For a parent, that day can arrive too soon, and suddenly your precious son or daughter becomes independent from you. We want to discuss this in further detail.
21 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Helping A Teen Boy Become A Man

The ultimate goal of raising boys is training and encouraging them to become Men of honor and integrity. It’s a task worth investing time and energy on, and we’ll give some pointers and ideas to this effect.
21 Sep 2021 9AM 4 min

Cohabiting Boyfriend Is Negligent And Abusive

We hear of so many cases where a mom feels bound to an unhealthy relationship because they are afraid of what separation will do to the child. We want to look at a case like this from all angles and offer guidance.
19 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Addictions And Marital Counselling

A marriage in which one partner is an addict is one of the toughest situations to face, however, it does not have to be the end of the relationship, we talk about ways to find a solution.
16 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Hereditary Defects

What if you’re engaged to be married and you find out that you have a medical condition that could affect any children you may have? We want to offer perspective on this tough situation.
16 Sep 2021 5AM 4 min

Guidelines For Online Dating

Online dating is something that has become increasingly common nowadays, and we’d like to share some thoughts on the best ways to manage a relationship of this nature.
14 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Grown Child Feels Like He's Still Treated As A Kid

It can be quite difficult for a mom to let go of her kids as they reach adulthood and start to make a life of their own, but what if you are the child whose mom is having a hard time releasing you from her care? How do you let…
13 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min

Encouraging Healthy Habits At Home

Every parent wants to know that they are doing things right when it comes to their family’s health and wellbeing. It’s not always an easy task, but we discussing some of the ways that a family can find overall health and wellness.
12 Sep 2021 6PM 4 min
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