Family Matters

-DELETED- Same-Sex Attraction and Sexual Identity I

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…

24 Dec 2020 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.

23 Dec 2020 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…

22 Dec 2020 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.

21 Dec 2020 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…

20 Dec 2020 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…

17 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Considerations for Working Mothers

In today’s world, the number of working mothers in society is huge with 44 percent of the skilled workforce being occupied by women. Those women may not all be mothers, but many are, and feminists have fought hard to increase this statistic. It’s a tough task being a working mother…

16 Dec 2020 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…

15 Dec 2020 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…

14 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Biblical Perspective on Homosexuality and Same-Sex Marriage

As a ministry, Focus on the Family is not intent on vocalizing our stance on controversial Christian topics, however, when asked a question regarding our perspective on a greatly disputed issue, we will offer as much insight and clarity on what we believe the bible clearly states.

13 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

What to Do About Long Hours on the Job?

Creating a balance of work and family life can be an extremely challenging task. If we focus all our energy on our careers, then our family life suffers, but we want to make enough money to provide for our families.

10 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

The Spiritual Side of Eating Disorders

There is not a single human being on this planet that has not, or is not facing challenges. The way that we view these challenges in light of Christianity is perhaps what separates us, even within Christian circles. God is so intricately woven into the tapestry of our lives that…

9 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Spouse Uses Marijuana

It's not easy to be married to someone who is addicted to a substance of any kind, marijuana included. It’s lonely, painful, and isolating, just to name a few of the negative factors. Even the simplest everyday tasks can become painful trials when your partner is in the habit of…

8 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Replacing Porn With Sexual Photos of Wife

The nature of pornography is that is objectifies a person and takes away the beauty of a relationship between human beings by warping it into something completely different. If a spouse is making an effort to walk away from porn addiction and re-kindle the marriage relationship, then all aspects of…

7 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Leaving Job to Become a Stay-at-Home Mom

In this day and age there are very few families that are choosing to have a single income household with mom staying home to look after the young kids. It is a brave decision when a career woman gives up her day job to be a stay-at-home mom, but studies…

6 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Healthy Family Humor

You may heard the old adage: Laughter is the Best Medicine, and you may have even heard doctors affirm this notion. With that being said, injecting humor and fun onto our everyday lives would go a long way to keeping us healthy and happy.

3 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Girlfriend Is Pregnant, Marriage as a Possible Solution

An unexpected pregnancy while dating can wreak havoc in the lives of the couple concerned. There is a sudden ‘wake-up call’ and a need to evaluate the relationship in a much more serious manner. Is marriage always the best solution? We’d say “No”, and we’ll explain why.

2 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Revealing An Affair to Spouse of the Other Party

There’s always so much devastation and emotional turmoil in the aftermath of an extra-marital affair. When a couple has chosen to forgive and continue to fight for their marriage, this can be extremely tricky territory to navigate especially if the affair happened with someone in the church.

1 Dec 2020 5PM 4 min

Parenting a Boomerang Child with Two Younger Kids

Once your child is all grown up and leaves the home, your relationship changes quite dramatically, and you are no longer parenting in the same way at all. What then should the arrangement be for the adult child who chooses to move back home? We’ll give practical pointers to help…

30 Nov 2020 5PM 4 min

Dealing With the Discouragement of Unemployment

If there’s one thing that can demoralize a man’s spirit, it’s unemployment and feeling unable to provide for the family. When a man loses his job and struggles to regain employment, it really takes its toll on his sense of worth and success.

29 Nov 2020 5PM 4 min