Family Update Archives

In a perfect world, the ones we love would know instinctively how to love us in a way that meets our needs. But you and I are not living in a...

How can your family stand firm in a culture that’s drifting fast? John MacArthur’s faithful lifetime of teaching points us back to Scripture,...

Family tensions and conflicts, even dysfunction, are real and problematic elements to this wonderful equation. However, if boundaries and...

Prayers for a stronger marriage are a powerful force that can help create a solid, life-long marriage bond.

The newborn stage changes everything—but your marriage doesn’t have to suffer. Here’s how to stay close when time, sleep, and energy are hard to...

Our children are under spiritual attack, but the enemy’s tactics are subtle. Learn vulnerable areas where young hearts and minds are being shaped,...

It was Peter who said, "Finally, all of you have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind." His words, however,...

In the midst of a marriage crisis, there is a very real temptation to focus on what is wrong, to be feel hopeless. But these 5 prayers will help...

If you are feeling distant from your spouse, this guide shows how to rebuild intimacy, one prayerful choice at a time.

But what are important things to teach our kids about this upcoming Independence Day? Are there pieces of American history we can still be inspired...

Our children will only stay young for so long, and we need to savor each holiday with them while they are still young. As they grow up to be teens,...

Submission in marriage is a part of that relational advice God gives us. The Hebrew word for submit is a verb meaning apply, serve, present, bring...

God promises strength to persevere, but we have to submit to His plan and learn acceptance with joy. Here are three “Scripture nuggets” for...

A restful, joy-filled vacation can still draw your family closer to God. Use this checklist to plan a trip that nourishes your faith and creates...

The adjustment from school to home can get messy. Here are seven ways to smooth the transition to a fantastic summer for your family: