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5 Ways to Hug a Porcupine

It’s easy to love people who are loveable. But what about those who aren’t? It’s hard to hug prickly porcupine people but I’ve got some ways you can do it. First, hug the porcupine with your arms. This one’s obvious…sometimes a porcupine just needs your arms around them. Second, hug the porcupine with your hands. This is practical love. For example, if your spouse is overwhelmed, take the burden off them by...
Sep 29, 2017 / Relationships and Communication

What will the face of your family look like in 25 years?

Can you imagine a place where families experience the fullness of love in their relationships? I’m Mark Merrill with today’s Family Minute. We are celebrating 25 years here at Family First and our goal is just that. Love will never be perfected on this side of heaven, but we can move toward a place where things are more like what they’re supposed to be. We can get closer and pursue a destination: Where every...
Sep 18, 2017 / Family Living

The Best Conversation Starters for Teenagers

Sometimes it can be difficult to find common ground with our teen.  But with some alone time and fun questions, connecting with your teen can be easier.  To help you get started, I’ve compiled a list of conversation starters.  These questions will help you to deepen your relationship with your teenager, as well as share some laughs and build memories together.  Some questions to ask your teen include, “If you...
Jan 10, 2017 / Relationships and Communication

An Inside Interview with My Movie Director Friend

As you know, it’s rare to come across a movie that’s good, clean fun for the whole family.  That’s why I want to talk to you about a film that came out a few years ago...Moms’ Night Out.  Two brothers set out to produce a great family comedy that highlights, “the joys and challenges moms and dads face today.”  Co-director Jon Erwin says, “I feel like everything in the script happened at my home last week.” I...
May 10, 2016 / Miscellaneous

How to Honor Your Mother on Mother’s Day

We should honor our moms every day. But since we “officially” get one day out of the year to recognize the woman who changed our diapers, wiped our noses, and came to all our games, let’s put a little extra effort into it. Here are 4 ways to honor your mom this Mother’s Day.  First, write her a handwritten letter. Thank her for how she provided for you and loved you through your best days, and your worst.  ...
May 04, 2016 / Holidays

How to Make Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands

We live in a culture of choices.  Everywhere we turn, new opportunities are thrown our way and demand our attention.  But if we can’t say “yes” to everything, how will we know when to say “no”?  New York Times best-selling author, Lysa Terkeurst, has some answers for us.  To make wise decisions in the midst of endless demands, she says we must first recognize our “disease to please” others.  It keeps us from being...
Dec 29, 2015 / Family Living

Do You Want a Better Family Life

So many people have a dream of a better family life. But all too often they leave it as a distant dream instead of doing something to make it happen. So start chasing that dream and make it a reality. To help you do that, here are some steps towards a better family life. First, identify what you want to change—whether it’s how much time you spend together or what activities you do together. Second, start small....
Oct 30, 2015 / Family Living

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