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.
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1,149 Episodes
120 – 140

Developing effective communications patterns with kids

Every parent wants their child to listen well, follow instructions and be able to have a meaningful conversation with them. But, in so many homes, there are nagging parents and defiant children facing up against one another on a daily basis. We’ll talk about ways to effectively communicate with kids.
12 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

Divorced Dad: Child doesn't like new girlfriend

There’s a huge amount of emotional turmoil that children go through when divorce happens, and they will act out in various ways in order to attempt to deal with the hurt and loss. When a new partner comes onto the scene, this adds another aspect to what the child has…
8 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

Anxiety disorders: An overview

Do you find yourself feeling anxious about life? Are you fearful about future events, or do you find yourself unable to control your restless mind? If any of the things mentioned describes where you are at, you’ll want to stay tuned for the next Family Matters where we’ll discuss what…
7 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

Advice on teens and online chat rooms

If your child is being exposed to online chat rooms and other social media sites you are going to want to stay tuned for the next Family Matters. We’ll be discussing how much freedom is appropriate, and where precautionary measures need to be taken in order to protect your child…
6 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

The Effects and Impact of Divorce on Children

There are always concerns about the impact of divorce on children, but most people don’t actually know the far-reaching effects of such an event in the life of a child, through to adulthood.
5 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

Stopping a Toddler From Hitting

Are you struggling with sibling rivalry in your home? Is there one child who constantly dominates another? This scenario is not unusual, but it’s also difficult to manage.
2 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

Wives Who Initiate Sex

For husbands and wives, the marital bed can be an area of contention. There seem to be cultural norms that have crept into our thinking, or misguided ideas on what is Biblically appropriate in terms of sexual expression.
1 Feb 2023 5PM 4 min

Infertility Testing During Engagement

In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. (Prov 16:9 NIV) Isn’t this proverb exactly right? We may have ideas of how we want our life to go, but the Lord will determine a plan for our lives.
31 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Strong-Willed Child Exhibits Biting Behavior

Dealing with the interesting antics of a toddler is a full time job, and that’s not to mention a strong-willed toddler who seems to defy every law. Most parents face embarrassing or just plain difficult moments with their little ones as they learn about the world around them and how…
30 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Married Daughter Is Disrespectful to Husband

If you are the mother of a married child, you’ll understand that the relationship status has changed a great deal. Your adult child is no longer your responsibility in terms of looking after but is now in a family of his or her own. But if there are things in…
29 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Grandparent Concerned About Health Conditions in Grandchild's Home

As a grandparent it can sometimes be difficult to watch from the sidelines as the job of parenting is left to your child. You may feel that you could do a better job or at least you would do certain things differently. But what happens if you are witnessing your…
26 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Sexual Immorality and Physical Intimacy Before Marriage

So many young people who are in romantic relationships find that they’re struggling with keeping themselves pure before marriage. The Bible has clear cut scriptures on the matter, which some try to argue are outdated.
25 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Quality Time vs Quantity Time in Parenting

In this day and age with the increased use of technology and devices, as well as parents working long hours to support their families, time spent with our kids is being greatly affected, and unfortunately, the research is showing the negative impact of this lifestyle on the family as a…
24 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Parents Disagree About Offering Financial Assistance to Grown Child

It’s always tough for a mom to say goodbye to her adult child when he or she decides to fly the nest and begins to tackle life as a grown up. But when that adult child is struggling to support himself and is generally not coping with the responsibility of…
23 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Hopeless, Feels Like a Loser (Part 2 of 2)

Last time on Family Matters we were responding to a cry for help from one of our listeners who feels like a loser and has lost hope in this life. A plea like this really touches our hearts at a deep level and we always want to step in and…
19 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Hopeless, Feels Like a Loser (Part 1 of 2)

Have you ever felt as though your life is falling apart and there’s no hope for you? These kinds of feelings are not to be taken lightly and should be assessed by an outsider who can offer a different perspective on the situation.
18 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min

Blended Family Etiquette

Bringing two families together to form a new family is always tricky. There are all sorts of challenges that go along with blending a family, even down to the labels that are given to the new Mom or Dad.
17 Jan 2023 5PM 4 min
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