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When I think of Dalcie Rainey, I hear her contagious laughter and smell cheeseburgers sizzling in the kitchen.

As much as we enjoy the Internet, it’s time for many of us to realize how easily this relatively new medium can consume us.

I think we would be shocked if we could count the number of times we are tempted each day.

The process of forgiving my dad wasn't easy, but our relationship is now a trophy of grace and reconciliation.

How a sacrificial "anniversary gift" revolutionized one home.

As grandparents we don't just have to sit around hoping that our grandchildren will receive a spiritual inheritance.

When Krickitt Carpenter emerged from a coma following a car accident, she didn't know her husband. Here's the story behind the film, 'The Vow.'

In the week after my wife's death, I struggled with whether I should be grieving my loss or celebrating Muriel's gain.

"We have realized now that actually Charlie's ALS is a blessing because God has allowed him to be a voice to share His message of hope and encouragement."

If friendship has grown cold in your marriage, or was never given an opportunity to develop in the first place, these suggestions can help you change that.

What encumbrances do you need to lay aside in order to go the distance?

It wasn't until the family had to care for Sophie, that they truly understood for the first time how much Roy cared for her.

The conclusion to a discussion on Hebrews 12:1-3.

Choosing contentment over the desire to acquire.

All of us have unattainable mental images of our roles in life, but there is a way to live free from their terror.

Don't mistake passionate love for romantic love; only one goes the distance.

Facing the trials and sufferings of life.

The same power that raised Christ from the dead is available to us. It can make us new, and it can resurrect any relationship that seems hopeless.

How do you explain the concept of marriage to a husband who doesn’t remember you and doesn’t even know what marriage is?

When I invest in my marriage today, it makes tomorrow well worth the wait.

Had I been physically unfaithful to my husband? No. Had I committed adultery in my heart? Yes.

This small exercise will keep your marriage sharp.

In today’s world of media bombardment, your marriage and family can suffer. Consider these tips for getting media intake under control.

In the end, it's not a big deal if my husband does things differently than I would.

Editor’s Note:  In the Marriage Memo of January 30, 2012, Dave Boehi asked readers their thoughts about the choices made by a woman featured in Washington Post article titled, The Vow: A family learns the true meaning of “in sickness and in health.” Below are the responses that we received: 1. This story struck a chord with me.  I […]

There are only so many things parents can do, so make sure you are choosing the right priorities.

Three suggestions for modeling conflict resolution to your kids.

Relationship secrets for girls entering adolescence.

Dealing with a child who makes the same request over and over again.

How do you relieve the pressures you feel as a family?

How can we slow down this crazy pace of life?

I've heard some Christians lately urging their children to save their first kiss for a wedding kiss.

Our assignment as parents is to tenderize the child’s conscience to the Holy Spirit and to the law of God.

How to help your child make wise media entertainment choices.

What are some ways to teach my children about money?

Getting a grip on schedules and activities is a gift that will never lose its value.

God created sex, and your children need to know His purpose for it.

When your child is angry you can help him understand what hurt him and work through that issue.

Technology is evolving so quickly that many of us are barely aware of how our changing behavior threatens our most important relationships.

Three core convictions related to the trap of pornography that every parent should hold.

It’s not easy to wait until marriage to begin having sex. But Tee Uzoigwe was determined to wait for God’s best.

When your child is angry you can help him understand what hurt him and work through that issue.

For Rick and Beverly Weeks, marriage was not the fairy tale they expected.

Two qualities you must develop if you want your children to turn to you.

Manhood requires us to put the lure of adolescence behind us, face upward, and step up.

What are you going to do with the influence you have in your daughter’s life?

Selected readings from children ages 6 to 19.

Is allowing your children to sleep with you the bes idea?

Some of the best memories of a marriage are made when your children are born.

Dating can be a trap for teens.

Helping your children learn to live within limits.

Form convictions that you can hold with integrity as you shape the life of your child.

Help your children take responsibility for their actions.

Editor’s Note: John Bryson and Robert Lewis are co-creators of College Ready™, an innovative video-guided experience for high school juniors and seniors. John and Robert were interviewed on FamilyLife Today by radio host Dennis Rainey, and his co-host, Bob Lepine. The following was adapted from this interview: Robert: College is one of life’s most defining moments. It […]

Combing the day for things you’re thankful for can replace your old way of seeing the world.

My father loved me enough to let me feel the full extent of my actions.

You must set the rules and the boundaries, not your toddler.

With your patience and understanding and God's help, it is possible for your spouse to return to normal and healthy sexual and emotional function.

In our busy world, it’s easy for the feeling of romance to fade away. Take some steps this week to enhance or reignite romance in your marriage.

How to deal with the differences that can rob a relationship of its peaceful, accepting love.

Caring for Joe’s mother was a challenging addition to the other pressures in our family.

Circumstances, events, and problems may not always appear to be "fair," but they come from our loving Father. And He can be trusted.

Unbelievable things can happen when you partner with God.

There is value to loyalty and vows for life.

Recognizing the roots in sin can head off disputes before they start.

A woman has seven basic needs that a man must learn to meet if he desires to love her as fully as God intended.

Remembering special moments while walking through the mall with my mother.

By inviting a friend into my messy home, I gave her a way to connect with me on a real level. I extended her an invitation into my heart.

The protection of our lives and the lives of our children is best left in God’s hands.

God has good reasons for wanting us to wait until marriage for sex.

Can you say "I'm committed to you, no matter what?"

It’s a strange feeling to spend a day wondering if you’re at the end of your life.

A Weekend to Remember^® was just what our great marriage needed.

In one weekend, God renewed our hearts and gave us hope.

A Weekend to Remember® was just what our great marriage needed.

Unless God intervened, they wouldn’t make it.

I knew I could either stand up for my rights and risk ruining the evening, or surrender it to God and trust Him.

A family rebuilds on a solid foundation.

Have you ever committed one of these acts of “Cupidity”?

I've been told that the most emotionally stressful event in a man's life is the birth of his first child.

Helping your child maintain innocence in a world obsessed with sex.

God uses our children to help us learn to walk in the Spirit and build our character.

Brian and Julie Moreau thought there was no hope for their family.

A few years ago my wife, Merry, said to me, “I’ve been hearing about this new book, Fifty Shades of Grey.  I wonder if that would be good to read?” “Well, it’s a book about sexual bondage and sadism,” I replied.  “Does that sound like something you want to read?” “I don’t think so.” It […]

You can’t do everything. Here are nine strategies to help you set some boundaries.

Great organizations and great families are fueled by loving leaders.

Three practical steps on how to let go.

God handed this mother's little boy the key to set her free.

Lisa Beamer's witness after 9/11 exemplifies what it means to be salt of the earth.

I’m glad that the folks at Pixar have their priorities clear.

Abusive behavior was never and can never be a part of God's plan for a marriage or a family.

These five steps will help you break free.

My addiction to pornography cost me my marriage.

It's not easy to honor someone who has hurt you so deeply. The natural tendency is to repay evil for evil and seek retribution.

As a Christian family, we should help our aging parents finish life well--as a lasting testimony to us, to our children, and to anyone who might be watching.

How losing my husband made me focus on the gospel.

Our daughter is in heaven, but we here on earth have have an incredible opportunity.

Marriage can reveal the damage of the past, but these biblical steps can help you change your heart and forgive your parents.

The thing that sets 'Up' apart from its earlier predecessors are the tender moments that come out of the marriage relationship between the main character and his wife.

What types of music will you allow your children to listen to?

Many adults today need to come to grips with their sexual past.

Our constant consumption of television, movies, internet, cell phones, etc., affects us in more ways than we realize.

Promoting face-to-face communication in your marriage and family.

If you have a difficult relationship with an adult brother or sister, you are not alone.

Honest answers to these simple questions will help you identify the pressure points in your marriage and family.

A sample devotional from FamilyLife’s newly revised Passport2Purity®.

If you let guilt over divorce cripple you, it can keep you from giving your children the love they need.

If you’re caring for an aging or ill loved one, you’ll find encouragement in the lessons learned and lived by former seminary president Robertson McQuilkin.

Friends share special ways they have been remembered as mothers and ways they've honored their own moms.

Readers sound off on how mobile technology is affecting their relationships.

Though stepfamilies may look like traditional nuclear families on the outside, the dynamics on the inside are very different.

My second daughter reminded me that laughter should be an important ingredient in our family.

We did not have a definite plan to transform desires into reality.

Why parents need to help their children navigate the sexually-charged adolescent years.

From watching my single mother as I was growing up, and from watching many women in that situation, here are four essentials to succeed as a single mom.

How can we break our 3-year-old of throwing tantrums when the sitter comes over?

Dennis and Barbara Rainey, parenting, ages and stages, teens

A behind-the-scenes glimpse into our mailbag.

Here are some basic principles for anyone who wants to understand Asperger Syndrome from a biblical perspective.

Mania can’t keep you from the most important task of human life: becoming more and more like your Heavenly Father.

To understand your struggles with OCD you need to take into account both components.

Our culture abounds with hollow and deceptive theories of change that masquerade as biblical wisdom.

List of conflict coaches that have been trained and certified by the Institute for Christian Conciliation (ICC), part of Peacemaker Ministries.

Many factors can influence a counselor's rates.

Don’t give up on your spouse, but don’t let your spouse’s resistance control you.

A focus of biblical counseling is to help others develop a biblical worldview of their life and recognize the core truth that guides right thinking and actions.

Sometimes a teen will talk to a counselor and share problems or frustrations that they don't feel free to share initially with a parent.

The new movie from the creators of Fireproof is a powerful story of renewal and recommitment.

Intentionally connecting with your husband takes hard work.

What might seem like just a sweet little encounter could be giving the guy a mixed message. And it could lead you to more sexual intimacy than you imagined.

Providing the foundation children need.

A mother reflects on the days when her daughter was young.

I was at a crossroad. Would I stand in the Lord's way and deny my husband this opportunity because I was afraid?

The birth of our twin granddaughters reminds me of the lessons God teaches us in the joys and the hardships of life.

When I trusted God enough to call out to Him, I learned that He wanted to share in my grief.