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FamilyLife Today® is an award-winning podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most. Hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, new episodes air every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Tired of pretending strength when all you feel is overwhelmed? Author Gloria Furman can identify. She certainly didn’t plan for her husband’s disability, motherhood overseas, or her own debilitating injury. Tired of pretending strength when all you feel is overwhelmed? Author Gloria Furman can identify. She certainly didn’t plan for her husband’s disability, motherhood overseas, or her own debilitating injury. But she believes powerlessness as a mom isn’t the end of her story--or yours.
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Motherhood meltdown in aisle five? You’re not alone. Jamie Erickson, author of Overwhelmed Mom, unpacks the chaos in a mom’s mind—from Pinterest guilt to emotional overload. This one’s for the woman juggling 1,000 things and wondering if joy’s still on the menu. It is. She'll help you rewrite your narrative, lean on God, and maybe hand the kids to Dad for 15 minutes. (Yes, really.)
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Tony Navarro and his wife Lymari had given up hope after an ongoing affair demolished their marriage. Decades later, the Navarros lay out their blueprints for how they rebuilt relational trust after betrayal. If it feels like your marriage is in ruins, Tony and Lymari believe there’s still hope to be found.
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Ready to make your home a haven that pulls kids in and loves them well? Dave and Ann Wilson spill how to build a wild, warm, welcoming zone where kids feel safe, seen, and straight-up loved. Think capture-the-flag battles, family shenanigans, and enough laughter to prove home is more than a place to grab pizza. It’s holy ground.
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Ever craved healing you weren't sure you could find? Ben Bennett, co-founder of the Resolution Movement, takes us on a raw, soul-searching journey through trauma, addiction, and the deep emotional longings that shape our behavior. From TikTok revivals with Gen Z to unpacking seven core relational needs, this episode is a game-changer for anyone navigating pain, trauma, or unmet emotional needs. Ben's powerful story—of childhood abuse, overcoming addictions, and healing through therapy and faith—blends emotional vulnerability with practical wisdom. Whether you're struggling with pornography, anxiety, or seeking fulfillment, Ben’s approach integrates spiritual, emotional, and physical healing in a way that’s rarely seen. Get ready for eye-opening insights on how forgiveness, community, and understanding your core longings can transform your life.
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Dave and Ashley Willis are ready to talk about raising boys who know how to give respect. From Dave’s raw, real talk about battling porn shame (yes, really) to Ashley’s no-nonsense approach to rebuilding trust, this episode is a masterclass in keeping it honest without the guilt trip. They dish on turning everyday moments—like mall strolls and swimsuit magazines—into teachable, not preachy, moments about sex, boundaries, and respect. Plus, they unpack how dads can lay out the ultimate blueprint for sons. Think parenting talks can’t be real, raw, and refreshingly hopeful? Think again. Tune in and gather the tools (and the courage) to raise respectful, confident boys who won’t settle for less.
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Forget Disney princesses and Instagram filters. In this episode of FamilyLife Today, Kristen Weatherell—author of What Makes You Beautiful—chucks the cultural script on beauty and reboots it with something far more lasting: identity rooted in Jesus. From the poignancy of her own story, Kristen shows how we can help our girls find real worth. It’s time to stop sprinting after the world’s beauty standards and start fleshing out the beauty that matters. Find essential listening for every parent raising girls in the Instagram age.
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The Old Testament is packed with the narratives of women whose lives foreshadowed Jesus. Author Nana Dolce examines several of their life stories.
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What if prayer is your secret weapon for raising teen girls? Stacey Thacker joins Dave Ann Wilson for laughs, honest parenting talk, and a powerful reminder: you’re not alone in the chaos. From grocery store judgments to dinner-table truth bombs, this episode dishes real struggles—and real hope. Grab your coffee, open your heart, and pray like it matters—because it does.
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Parenting teens is part heartfelt drama, part low-budget sitcom. One minute, you’re praying for wisdom, the next, there’s a slammed door, a “mean girl” meltdown, or a bathroom battle. In this episode of *FamilyLife Today*, authors Brooke McLaughlin and Stacey Thacker join Dave and Ann Wilson to talk about praying for your teens—not just for them to change, but for you to be transformed too. Tune in for real talk on humility, spiritual battles, and why sometimes your best move is to offer fries and wait. Spoiler alert: “Leave me alone” doesn’t mean you stop showing up, it means you knock softer—and pray harder.
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Authors Brooke McGlothlin and Stacey Thacker know the rollercoaster of parenting teens: from facepalms, to moments of dread, to triumphs. They offer wisdom and practical help from the trenches to help you fight for your teenagers rather than against them. Brooke and Stacey believe you can unlock the full power of partnering with God through prayer—and navigate your changing relationship with peace, joy, and confidence as you locate the wisdom you need each day. They’ll help you feel purposeful, not powerless, in your parenting.
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Ever wonder who you really are when no one’s watching? Your family knows. On this episode, Dave Ann Wilson get real about parenting, marriage, and the true test of character—home life. From drywall holes to messy outbursts, they share the raw moments of vulnerability, forgiveness, and how to actually model faith at home. Grab some laughs, a few aha moments, and practical tips to bring your best self to the people who matter most.
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Does explosive anger—your own or your spouse’s—have you concerned? Dave and Ann Wilson can relate. Dave’s unresolved childhood trauma and other issues burst into uncontrollable rage that left his family reeling. Dave shares his slow path out of chronic anger, into healing—and how eventually, he found the ability to forgive and be forgiven.
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Ever wonder about the women in the Bible? From Eve to Mary, their stories aren't just background noise — they're central to God's plan. Nana Dolce, author of "The Seed of the Woman," joins Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, to reveal how the faith and lives of these incredible women point directly to Jesus.
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When hurting people walk into the church, what happens next? Too often, pastors and leaders feel unequipped and overwhelmed — unsure how to respond to struggles ranging from anxiety to trauma to marriage crises. In this conversation, Harvard-trained researcher Shaunti Feldhahn and psychologist Dr. Jim Sells join us to share insights from their groundbreaking research on mental health in the church. Together with Dave and Ann Wilson, they explore why simply “referring out” isn’t enough — and how every believer can learn to listen, care, and walk with people in pain. You don’t need all the answers to make a difference. Sometimes, being present is the most powerful ministry of all.
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In this eye-opening episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, guest Brant Hansen gives a "graduation speech" unlike any other. He uses an AI-generated speech to expose how chasing worldly freedom can lead to loneliness and exhaustion. Instead, he shares a profound message: true freedom and purpose are found by binding yourself to relationships, especially with God and in marriage. Through a moving story about two dogs, Gypsy and Snowball, and a look at Psalm 23, Brant shows why trusting God's character brings a life of "poetry" and joy.
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The FamilyLife Today Podcast hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, welcome author Heather Holleman to discuss how to overcome shame, find your identity in Christ, and live a life of purpose. Heather shares powerful insights from her books, including Seated with Christ, and provides practical tools like journaling and simple communication tips to help both kids and adults find freedom from shame and jealousy. Join us as we explore how a biblical understanding of our identity can transform your family and empower you to live "seated and sent" in every area of life.
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After facing a life-threatening health crisis, Dave and Ann Wilson share five lessons they learned about strengthening their marriage by trusting each other, acting without hesitation, and praying through fear. This powerful episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast highlights how God can use a crisis to build unity and bring peace that surpasses understanding. Learn how a 99% blockage in an artery taught them the importance of supporting your spouse in a time of need.
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What does it truly mean to be a woman in a world of conflicting messages? Join FamilyLife Today Podcast hosts Dave and Ann Wilson as they sit down with Kristen Clark, co-author of Made to Be She: Reclaiming God’s Plan for Fearless Femininity, to tackle the cultural lies surrounding womanhood. We explore how both secular feminism and rigid Christian traditions can lead us away from God's design.
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In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, Christian radio host Brant Hansen redefines the gospel as a transformative way of life that frees you from fear, anxiety, and shame. He shares powerful stories from a maximum-security prison and discusses how practical discipleship—like forgiving in traffic—can revolutionize your daily life. Then, Dave and Ann Wilson share a powerful story of Ann's heart crisis, revealing five lessons on trust and prayer that strengthened their marriage.
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