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Family, Parenting and Religion

2016-06-08T09:21:02+00:00

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Why Dads Are Essential: A Podcast with Rick Johnson

Last updated on: June 8, 2016 at 9:21 am By Tim Wright

In 2001, bestselling author and speaker Rick Johnson founded Better Dads, based on the urgent need to empower men to lead and serve in their families and communities. Rick’s books have expanded his work to include influencing the whole family, with life-changing insights for men and women on parenting, marriage, and personal growth. Inspiring and equipping through innovative multimedia presentations and seminars, Rick’s resources, methods and personal approach have been transforming the lives of men, women, and their families for... Read more

2016-06-07T11:06:15+00:00

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The Game Plan for Fatherhood

Last updated on: June 7, 2016 at 11:06 am By Tim Wright

Hey, dads, The game plan for dynamic fatherhood can be summarized as follows: to look your son or daughter in the eyes as they grow and continually say to them —Follow me as I follow Jesus! Another way of saying it is this: God, through Christ, is in the business of creating, igniting, and forging faith in our kids. But our role is to create environments where our kids can be encountered by God. To see God, hear him, and... Read more

2016-05-31T15:02:35+00:00

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Are Christians Really Called to Make Jesus Famous?

Last updated on: May 31, 2016 at 3:02 pm By Tim Wright

I recently started reading a book where the author claims that part of the call of the Church is to make Jesus famous. This on the heels of a strategic planning session our congregation is going to through in part to fine-tune our mission statement and values. As we looked at mission statement examples from other congregations one of them was: To Make Jesus Famous. There’s a Facebook page on making Jesus famous. and at least one congregation uses making Jesus... Read more

2016-05-26T11:16:50+00:00

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The Purpose of Boys: A Podcast with Dr. Michael Gurian

Last updated on: May 26, 2016 at 11:16 am By Tim Wright

Dr. Michael Gurian has spent the last 30 years of his life writing and speaking about the wonder and purpose of boys. Using brain science research, his experience as a therapist, and best practices, Michael is the leading advocate for boys in the 21st Century. His New York Times best-selling book, The Wonder of Boys, is credited with launching the modern day boy’s movement. If you don’t see the media player below, click here to listen to the podcast. Subscribe to the... Read more

2016-05-24T15:43:31+00:00

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Your Sunday School Program is Working…But Does it Work? (Check out the Quote from a Millennial!)

Last updated on: May 24, 2016 at 3:43 pm By Tim Wright

If you run Sunday school/Children’s Church concurrently with worship, it may be working well. The kids have a place to hear the Gospel at their level. The adults have a place where they can hear the Gospel at their level…and without the interruptions of over-sugared and/or antsy kids. If your congregation is like most who run Children’s ministry concurrently with adult worship, your program is probably working very well! But does it work? Does your Sunday school/Children’s Church address the issue... Read more

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2016-05-24T10:47:14+00:00

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The Stories Behind Your Favorite Christian Artists: A Podcast with Stan Moser

Last updated on: May 24, 2016 at 10:47 am By Tim Wright

Amy Grant. Andrae’ Crouch. Chris Christian. Larnelle Harris. Sandi Patti. Michael W. Smith. Larry Norman. Stan Moser, the President of CCM United, had a front row seat for the birth of Contemporary Christian Music as an executive with Word Records. If you don’t see the media player below, click here to listen to the podcast. Subscribe to the Tim Wright Show on iTunes. And leave a review! Read more

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2016-05-24T10:29:55+00:00

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Why Men Hate Going to Church: A Podcast with David Murrow

Last updated on: May 24, 2016 at 10:29 am By Tim Wright

David Murrow is the author of Why Men Hate Going to Church. Few people have their finger on the pulse of the men’s crisis in our churches like David does. If you don’t see the media player below, click here to listen to the podcast. Subscribe to The Tim Wright Show on iTunes! And please leave a review. Read more

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Why Men Hate Going to Church

2016-05-20T13:37:56+00:00

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Boys and Girls Learn Differently–A Podcast with Dr. Michael Gurian

Last updated on: May 20, 2016 at 1:37 pm By Tim Wright

Dr. Michael Gurian is the New York Times Best-Selling Author behind books like The Wonder of Boys; The Mind of Boys; The Purpose of Boys; The Wonder of Girls, and Boys and Girls Learn Differently. Michael talks with me about his starting point for how boys and girls learn: nature, based on brain science research. If you don’t see the media player below, click here to listen to the podcast. Head over to iTunes and subscribe to the Tim Wright Show and leave a... Read more

Boys and Girls Learn Differently

2016-05-20T11:35:11+00:00

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Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head: A Podcast with Legendary Singer BJ Thomas

Last updated on: May 20, 2016 at 11:35 am By Tim Wright

BJ Thomas: Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head. Hooked on a Feeling. Rock and Roll Lullaby. Home Where I Belong. Another Done Somebody Wrong Song. Mighty Clouds of Joy. I Just Can’t Help Believing. 5 Grammy awards. #1 songs in Pop, Country, and Gospel. One of Billboard’s top 50 most played artists of the last 50 years. 40 years in the entertainment business. A life-time of stories. If you don’t see the media player below, click here to listen to the podcast.... Read more

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2016-05-20T10:57:44+00:00

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How to Overcome Anxiety–A Podcast with Tim Wright and Dr. Gregg Jantz

Last updated on: May 20, 2016 at 10:57 am By Tim Wright

I’ve struggled with an anxiety disorder for over 30 years. Over those years I’ve learned some invaluable lessons for managing and living above anxiety. My good friend, Dr. Gregg Jantz, lends his insights to mine on this podcast. If you don’t see the media player below, click here to listen to the podcast. Make sure you head over iTunes and subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe on iTunes Read more

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