Great marriages and great families don't just happen. Growing closer to God and to each other isn't automatic. It requires time, intention and purposeful living. These recommended books, Bible studies, devotionals, games, family activities and more can be used in your home to help you, your spouse, and your children draw closer to God and to each other. We want you to experience all the goodness and blessing God has in store for your family!
Marriage Made Simple: Written for guys, by a guy, with guys in mind (and their wives) Paperback – August 1, 2016 by Dr. James G Johnson
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GRACE ORPHANS NO MORE: A Pastor's Journey into the arms of the Father's Love Paperback – April 5, 2015
by Dr. James G Johnson |
What Did You Expect? (Redesign): Redeeming the Realities of Marriage Paperback – October 31, 2015
by Paul David Tripp |
A Book of Prayers for Couples Hardcover – November 1, 2011
by Stormie Omartian |
New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional Hardcover – October 31, 2014 by Paul David Tripp
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Couples will flourish with devotions for husbands and wives, as well as romance tips, quotes, and notes in The FamilyLife Marriage Bible.
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Dennis and Barbara Rainey invite couples to grow in love and friendship by drawing nearer to God and one another. The 365 quick-reading devotionals focus on issues that are central to marriage and reveal God's heart for your relationship.
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In Sacred Marriage, Gary Thomas uncovers the ways that your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with God and with each other. Join over one million others who have already uncovered Thomas's tips for fostering a sacred marriage.
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Discover the single greatest secret to a successful marriage! Touted as a classic among marriage books, Love & Respect reveals why spouses react negatively to each other and how they can deal with conflict quickly, easily and biblically.
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It's hard to encourage your spouse when you aren't being poured into yourself. Sign up for Family Life's daily encouragement emails that include real devotionals for the messy, hard, and beautiful "I Do's" you say ever day.
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The goal of a great marriage conversation is to affirm what your spouse is doing right, to exchange ideas and to offer suggestions for the future. Use these questions to get that process started.
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Family Life's seven-day devotional hands you a week’s worth of self-reflection and spiritual growth. You’ll dig into real issues we all face—and maybe find yourself closer to God than ever before.
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This free seven-day Family Life devotional is highly engaging, totally doable, and will have your kids leaning in - and maybe even laughing out loud. These hands-on ideas help to captivate your kids with God's Word.
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Time together isn’t the same as connecting together. But what if you could connect at that deeper level? Enter Dates to Remember—three you’ve-got-this moments that bring you closer.
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No Perfect Parents: Ditch Expectations, Embrace Reality, and Discover the One Secret That Will Change Your Parenting. Dave and Ann Wilson dive headlong into the monumental task of parenting in the 21st century.
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The words you use in marriage can be...slippery. In this seven-day Family Life devotion, read real-marriage examples of how the power of our words can be used to lift our spouses higher, or tear them (and our marriage) apart.
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God knows our need for sleep and its connection to our peace, trust, and wholeness. That's why Family Life has gathered these verses and short prayers for yourself or a child, declaring and reminding us where our rest is found.
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Showing gratitude is so much more than saying "thank you." True
gratitude is given from a heart of love. Family Life wants to help you and your family members develop hearts of gratitude with this free e-book, The Gratitude Project. |
It Starts At Home:
Who is shaping what your kids believe? In these busy, hectic days we take our kids to sports practices, games, music lessons, school tutoring and other activities to give our children the best opportunities for success. But what if we’re missing the chance to teach them what matters most? These family night activities are designed to help you intentionally talk to your kids about God and faith in a fun and meaningful way. |
Summer Family Activities:
Researchers affirm what Christian families have known intuitively for years: Families that eat together, pray together and play together are stronger. But today’s crazy schedules and priorities make it more difficult for families to do this. As you raise your children in the way they should go, find time to enjoy the journey. Focus on the Family recommends these activities to help you nurture your children’s faith in fun ways. |
Family Bucket List:
You can search the internet and find lots of family bucket list ideas. Usually this involves places you would love to visit or things you would like to do. But have you ever thought about creating a Christian bucket list for your family that builds your faith in God? Here is a list of things you can do with your family to help strengthen their faith and their relationship with Jesus. This is a great way to keep your focus on God. |
The Faith & Family Box is meant to bring the entire family together for a fun and faith filled time to learn about God’s word! Making time to spend with family is so important and the creators of Faith & Family Box understand that which is why everything you need is included right in the box and shipped to your door. No stress and no hassle. Just family time and laughter!
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Kids of Integrity is a set of free lesson plans that will help you coach your kids with confidence and a clear sense of direction. Suitable for ages three to 10, Kids of Integrity by Focus on the Family, is designed to be flexible. It’s up to you which lesson to start with, and how many ideas from each lesson you’d like to use. Simply choose a lesson to get started.
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The Adventures in Odyssey Club helps the whole family grow closer to Jesus and to each other. Club membership includes unlimited, on-demand, streaming access to nearly 1,000 Adventures in Odyssey episodes—plus daily devotions, fun videos, faith-building activities and more! Join today and give your kids a virtual home away from home.
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