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Family, Parenting and Religion

2019-12-23T16:45:52-04:00

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Find Peace This Christmas

Last updated on: December 23, 2019 at 4:45 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

I never imagined that in my family’s darkest moment would come a miracle. Perhaps in the heavens there are greater things at work than what we think we may know. And when it comes, sometimes it can be as soft as a whisper. And so I’ve learned to never stop listening. (Buttons: A Christmas Tale) My daughter and I love Christmas movies. It’s a tradition to snuggle up on the couch with a bowl of popcorn and lose ourselves in... Read more

2019-12-03T20:26:48-04:00

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4 Tips To Help You Keep Your Holidays Conflict-Free

Last updated on: December 3, 2019 at 8:26 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

On your mark, get set . . . go! The holiday season is upon us, and instead of looking ahead with anticipation and joy, many of us feel like we’re embarking on a marathon of social activities, errands, and never-ending to-do lists. Trying to make sure everything measures up to our standards of holiday sparkle and specialness can leave us feeling rundown, irritated, and exhausted. But there’s another way. “Let It Go” is more than a Frozen anthem for the pre-school set.... Read more

2019-11-21T19:22:40-04:00

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Let Your Husband Delight in Seeing You in All Your Glory

Last updated on: November 21, 2019 at 7:22 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

We recently posted an article offering guidance to men who feel frustrated because their wife is shy about letting him see her body. What they most want to view—what they were intended to see—is the beauty of their wife’s body. And when she avoids being seen by him, it creates frustration on his part. So we promised a follow-up article for all the wives who are feeling challenged by this issue in their own way. So wives, I know we... Read more

2019-11-15T17:24:12-04:00

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Is Your Wife Shy About Letting You See Her Body? Try This!

Last updated on: November 15, 2019 at 5:24 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

I recently heard from a man who was feeling frustrated because his wife is so shy about letting him see her body. He’s happy in their marriage and satisfied with their sex life, and he’s careful not to eye other women. But his wife still seems to feel like she’s not “enough” somehow. She says that her body has changed since she’s had kids, that she’s gained weight, and that she doesn’t get to the gym as much as she’d... Read more

2019-11-15T09:16:12-04:00

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Want to Hear Shaunti Speak at Your Church?

Last updated on: November 15, 2019 at 9:16 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

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2019-11-05T07:46:07-04:00

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Yet Again: Don’t Believe the Doomsday Headlines about the Church

Last updated on: November 5, 2019 at 7:46 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

“In U.S., Decline of Christianity Continues at Rapid Pace.” That was the headline of an October 2019 Pew Research Center article. One guaranteed to discourage every pastor and every Christian in America. It is also entirely misleading. Just to set the record straight: More than one-third of American Christians consider themselves “strongly affiliated” with their faith. Yes, that’s right: one third. In today’s world, where going to church is no longer the thing to do on Sundays, that is a... Read more

2019-10-28T18:13:02-04:00

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Tips For Talking to Your Teen About Schedule Overload

Last updated on: October 28, 2019 at 6:13 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

The new school year is in full swing (wait, didn’t we just take those “first day of school” pictures yesterday?) and chances are you’re in full-on schedule management and chauffeur mode. There’s a ton of extra-curricular activities that teens can participate in—marching band, sports, robotics, scouts, clubs, lessons, and more can fill the afternoons and evenings (and don’t forget those early morning swim team practices!) Great kids want to be involved and won’t hesitate to dive into a full schedule.... Read more

2019-10-17T09:54:44-04:00

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Does Your Wife Think Your Marriage Has Lost its Spark? Here’s How to Respond

Last updated on: October 17, 2019 at 9:54 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

After getting their youngest child settled in at college for her freshman year, Phil began to notice signs of restlessness in his wife during their first few weeks of being empty nesters. Phil thought things were going great in their marriage—Leslie was a wonderful mom, a great wife, and his best friend. But now that the house was a lot quieter and she wasn’t running from one high school activity to another, now that it was just the two of... Read more

2019-10-09T13:09:47-04:00

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A Letter to Our Teenage Sons Who Try to Treat Girls With Respect

Last updated on: October 9, 2019 at 1:09 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

Dear Guys, This letter is to all you young men who are trying to show care, honor, and respect to the girls and women in your lives—in your actions, words, and in your private thoughts. I know you’re out there because I have a teenage son who strives for that, and I’ve spoken to thousands of you who just want to do the right thing. I also know the “private thoughts” part of it is not always easy today. Yes,... Read more

2019-09-30T17:17:37-04:00

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Ladies, I Need Your Help!

Last updated on: September 30, 2019 at 5:17 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

Did you know that my devotional, Find Peace: A 40-day Devotional For Moms is 6 months old? This devotional is so special to me because it was born out of a conversation with a dear friend of mine. She felt a deep burden that mothers—especially moms in the midst of unexpected or ongoing struggles in parenting—desperately need to know the peace of Jesus. Have you read Find Peace? If so, I need your help! If it has made a difference... Read more

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