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Nothing is more inspiring than witnessing a married couple that has been together for decades still in love and enjoying life together. But in a culture that continuously seems to devalue marriage, how does a couple stick together? What does ... More The post Married and Still Loving It appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

How does the mission of God get carried out in today’s world? How can congregations emerge from their buildings, programs, and institutions and effectively engage their communities with the power of the Gospel? What are the eight hinges that help ... More The post Opening Your Church Door to the Community appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

What is post-traumatic stress disorder, how is it diagnosed, and how is it treated? My guest today is Chaplain Steven Hokane, the Assistant Director of Ministry to the armed forces for the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. His military service has ... More The post Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

How is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints dealing with touchy topics about their history that Mormon members can now so easily obtain on the Internet? What did the LDS Church believe and teach about race and ... More The post Witnessing to Mormons about LDS History and Beliefs appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

If you’re looking for parenting direction in today’s chaotic world and your pint-sized treasures always seem to have the upper hand, you’re not alone. How can we encourage healthy attitudes, positive behavior, and long-lasting values in children of all ages? ... More The post Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why are traditions and precious memories important as we build strong, healthy families for Christ? Why do traditions matter? How can we show our children and grandchildren who they are, and what’s important to us? What traditions do you and ... More The post Holiday Traditions for the Family appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

What is the incarnation of Christ? When did it happen, and why should it be celebrated and proclaimed to all people? Why do the prophesies about Christ predicted in the Old Testament, fulfilled in the New Testament matter? Why and ... More The post Why Do Christians Celebrate Christmas? and Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses? appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

What are Eight Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids? Why should we control our volume knob? What does listening have to do with parenting effectively? Why should we understand the power of our words, and why is regular family time ... More The post Eight Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

What is depression? What are symptoms we should watch for? How is it diagnosed and treated? Join us today as we discuss dealing with depression. My guest is Dr. Richard Winter, Professor Emeritus of Applied Theology and Counseling at Covenant ... More The post Dealing with Depression appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why should congregations develop a holistic approach to involving young Christians into the life of the church, especially as it relates to confirmation? What is the history of confirmation? Why is much of what is occurring in our churches not ... More The post Confirmation and Today’s Youth appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Christians live in two kingdoms. What is the kingdom of the right, and the kingdom of the left? Why should Christians understand these teachings? Today my guest is Dr. Gregory Seltz, the Executive Director of the Lutheran Center for Religious ... More The post The Two Kingdoms of God appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

God doesn’t always send us a family in the way we expect, but God always has a plan. We just need to wait for Him to show us His plan, and be open to sharing God’s love with all people. ... More The post God Grows Families appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why should we expose our young children to a variety of activities so their God-given passions can be awakened? What are the Eight Great Smarts? How do we discover and nurture our childrens’ intelligence? My guest today is Dr. Cathy ... More The post Eight Great Smarts appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why is it that some people are content, while others never seem to be satisfied? One important aspect of having a balanced life is recognizing that a balanced life does not mean that we are perfect or have a perfect ... More The post Balance – When Life is Overwhelming appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why are fathers so important to their children? What are the joys and challenges of being a father in today’s world? Why should we celebrate dads? Did you know that research shows fathers are central to the emotional well-being of ... More The post Father’s Day Special appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Did you know that 40% of marriages in the United States ends in divorce? How does divorce impact our children? What should parents say when telling their child about the divorce? How can we make sure our children don’t think ... More The post Divorce and Our Children appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.