Family Matters

Helping a Bereaved Friend

It can be very difficult to know how to stand in the gap and care for a friend who is grieving the loss of a loved one. We often don’t know how to treat people who are grieving or in emotional pain, and so we shy away from the responsibility…

22 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Cultivating Family Togetherness

Did you know that most children find just as much, or even more, joy in the little things as they do in life's big events? So if you’re aiming to cultivate family togetherness with your kids, activities like eating a special breakfast, playing games, or singing silly songs in the…

21 Feb 2021 5PM 5 min

Am I an alcoholic?

It's commonly believed that to be an alcoholic you have to drink excessively and consume alcohol almost every day. But this isn't necessarily true. In fact, it's possible to be an alcoholic without even knowing it. We’ll discuss what we mean on the next Family Matters.

18 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Depression and Suicide: Risk Factors and Warning Signs

If you know of someone close to you who is depressed you are going to want to listen in to the next Family Matters where we’ll be discussing the risk factors and warning signs of depression and suicide.

17 Feb 2021 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…

16 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Adoption: Treating Sensory Processing Disorder

If you’ve never heard of Sensory Processing Disorder, but you wonder about the abnormal behavior of a child in your care, then listen close. SPD can be defined as a practical inability to use the information received through the senses so as to function smoothly and normally in everyday life…

15 Feb 2021 5PM 5 min

Teasing in the Family

Is your family one of those that loves to joke and laugh a lot? Do you find yourselves making fun of other family members to entertain everyone? Poking fun at others for a laugh can nurture your family bond. However, if dealt with in the wrong way, teasing one another…

14 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Reaching Out to Someone Who Has Lost a Loved One Through Suicide

Teen suicide is on the rise, as youngsters fall prey to negative thinking and find themselves in a vicious cycle of depression and feelings of hopelessness. On the next Family Matters we’ll talk about how you can come alongside a grieving friend who has lost a loved one to suicide.

11 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Father to be anxious about cost and responsibility

Becoming a parent for the first time might cause you to feel a little anxious, or maybe even scared to the bone. But the unknown of your next adventure with your offspring shouldn’t have to cause you sleepless nights, wracking your brain as to how you’re going to manage the…

11 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Parents Estranged From Son and Daughter

Maintaining healthy relationships with your adult children and their new spouses can be tricky. On the next Family Matters, we’ll give guidance to a couple who have become estranged from their son and daughter-in-law and are unsure how to proceed with making amends to the rift in the relationship.

10 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Kids and Healthy Friendships

For a parent, it’s difficult to stand on the sidelines and watch your child make poor choices in their friendships. Your child’s social environment is a big deal because those that surround you are able to influence you.

9 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Hopeless, Feels Like a Loser (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…

8 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Hopeless, Feels Like a Loser (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. People who feel hopeless are of great…

7 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Child Has Behavioral Problems at Preschool

Dealing with your child’s behavior at home is one thing, but when the pre-school teacher contacts you to talk about his or her behavior at school, you have another issue on your hands completely. We are not in control of the situation at school, and yet our parenting at home…

4 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Young Single Adult Feels Hopeless about Marriage

Do you tend to feel that marriage is an outdated and pointless institution because after all, so many marriages end in divorce anyway? The statistics show that of those who are marriage age in our country only 33 percent are actually married, which is the lowest rate in the world…

3 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Choosing a Marriage Partner

With all the marriages that we see disintegrating around us, many young people must wonder if it's really worth it to get married at all. Well, we are certainly strong advocates for the sanctity of marriage, but we’d like to share some thoughts for those who are considering entering into…

2 Feb 2021 5PM 3 min

Faith Doubt vs Unbelief

In order to believe in an unseen God, we need to have faith. And although we may have faith, as human beings we can still find ourselves doubting God’s power at times. I think that many Christians throughout time have grappled with doubt, in fact, the bible has numerous accounts…

1 Feb 2021 5PM 4 min

Marriage and Sexuality As Spiritual Symbols

Biblical language can sometimes be difficult to decipher or interpret. It is full of imagery, comparisons, and complex descriptions. Bible scholars have poured over the words with fine-tooth combs to pull out the pearls of what God wants to tell His people through His word. Something that can take time…

31 Jan 2021 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…

28 Jan 2021 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…

27 Jan 2021 5PM 4 min