Insight for Living Canada - LifeTrac Podcast

Proverbs 12:1One of the best ministries a parent can sustain is confrontation. If you do not get the attention of your child, you are rearing a monster. You confront your children not because you want them to fail, but because you want them to succeed.

Colossians 3:19Men, accept your wife completely; love her unconditionally. A wife thrives in that kind of context. What it leads to, in the long haul, is commitment.

Hebrews 3:13Make a positive difference in someone's life simply by giving a word of encouragement. Never underestimate the impact of affirming and uplifting words.

Romans 12:10Honouring one another is essential for healthy relationships. Take time to show your loved ones how much you value and cherish them. You'll never regret the time you spend nurturing these relationships.

2 Corinthians 8:7-9Start today to have more fun with your family. Treasure the moments you spend with them. Take time to laugh. Your kids will love you for it!

1 John 3:1-3The housework will always be there, but the kids won't. Give them all the attention you can. The sacrifices you're making right now are worth the effort.

2 Corinthians 4:18Are you looking for something worthwhile to invest in? When you make sacrifices for others and go the second mile you're investing in people and eternity.

Luke 22:44Temptation is subtle, inviting, and treacherous. If you're being tempted by something the very best thing you can do is run from it.

Ephesians 5:28-30Men, take time each day to affirm and encourage your wife. Honouring her is a role that only a husband can fill.

James 2:8Kids watch parents and learn by their example. Parenting is an awesome responsibility and a tremendous privilege.

Matthew 6:25-30You can worry about everything. But the problem with worry is that it keeps you from enjoying what you have. You can never fully enjoy all the good things in your life when you're preoccupied with gloom and doom.

Philippians 4:10-12You can't always control your circumstances, but you can control your reaction to them. If you continually focus on the negative, find something positive and dwell on that. Make a positive perspective your life's message.

Philippians 4:19We look at problems from a human point of view and leave God out until we're desperate. But when we include Him at the outset, He helps us to look at things from His perspective.

Psalms 78:4-8It's easy to lose focus and get sidetracked by distractions. But when you stay committed to the task at hand—raising a family, strengthening your marriage, living a life of integrity— the rewards are immeasurable.

Proverbs 28:14Here's a comical but real reflection on the evolving nature of marriage. The challenge in our fast-paced lives is to take the time to fan the flame that once burned so brightly.

Philippians 2:5-7Inventor Thomas Edison refused to be bitter, even when fire destroyed his life's work. His response to disaster boils down to one word— attitude. Having the right attitude makes all the difference in the world.

Hebrews 10:21-23Life is all about growing and learning. And it's in the day-to-day living that we learn how to forgive, how to handle disappointment, and admit failure. It's in the day-to-day struggles that we mature.

Proverbs 20:11If you have a mindset of service, it will reflect in your work and in your relationships. No matter what you do for a living, your job can be an opportunity for you to enrich the lives of others.

Jeremiah 1:5There are billions of people on this earth, but there's only one you. You're the only one with your skills, your appearance, your touch, your voice, your style— you're the only one.

Proverbs 18:16Do you have vision for your kids? It requires knowing them and influencing them in the way they should go. It takes time, patience, and understanding but the rewards of raising a secure and confident child are rich.

Romans 12:15-17Even though relationships aren't easy, life would be pretty dull and lonely without them. In spite of our high-tech world, people remain an essential ingredient in life.

1 Peter 3:9Never underestimate the power of friendship. Friendships give us comfort. They strengthen, nourish, and encourage us. They take the grind out of life.

1 John 3:18-20If you'd like freedom from stress and anxiety, learn how to rest. Take time to slow down. You can find peace in spite of panic.

1 Thessalonians 5:11You don't have to look very far to find someone who needs your encouragement and your friendship. Whatever time you invest in others is time well spent.

1 Corinthians 2:11-13Miscommunication can lead to misunderstanding. This is especially true when what is being communicated winds up in the hearing of the wrong person.

Luke 12:25-26Maturity is a choice. And it's also a lifelong pursuit that brings you closer to being the person God meant you to be.

Philippians 3:12There's no quick trick to success. It's through day-to-day living and working that we achieve our dreams and goals.

2 Corinthians 5:17Nothing new is ever like it was. If you're going through some difficult changes, keeping your sense of humour is critical.

Matthew 18:3How do you respond to change? Most circumstances are beyond your control. But what you can control is your response.

Ecclesiastes 8:7None of us know the future. It's beyond our control. But what we can control is how we will be remembered. What will your legacy be?

Psalms 66:1-2Every day we're bombarded with bad news and we miss the uplifting message of life. But it is possible to have a joyful and enthusiastic attitude in spite of circumstances.

Psalms 118:24Joy is a choice but it's also essential to your well-being. Joy doesn't depend upon circumstances, money, good looks, or a great job. It comes from deep within.

Isaiah 53Only Jesus Christ the risen Saviour has the power to rescue souls. His suffering brought a saving work of mercy and grace to the whole world. And He invites everyone to come to Him.

Luke 22:44Scripture details Christ's agony in the Garden of Gethsemane and how His sweat was like great drops of blood. He willingly entered into the suffering so we could be reconciled to God.

Philippians 2:14Far from being harmless, grumbling poisons not only our minds but influences those around us. And being a joy-stealer is something that none of us have a right to be.

Matthew 11:28Pride makes us strive to meet all the demands of others. We want to show that we can “do it all” but in the end all we're doing is frantically sprinting through the day.

Psalms 71:18Having an enthusiastic and joyful attitude is a great way to live and stay young. So whether you're 25 or 95 quit thinking about your age and start living life with enthusiasm.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18A new possession may give us fleeting pleasure but not lasting joy. Joy is a choice. It's a decision we make to be happy regardless of external circumstances.

Matthew 6:34Do you focus on nonessentials, rather than essentials? If you're addicted to worry, the good news is that life-changing peace in every circumstance is possible.

2 Timothy 2:21-22What's your definition of truth? Is truth debatable or is it absolute? If you're struggling with knowing what's true, you're not alone.

Romans 5:3-5Walt Disney dreamed in risks. He thought about the impossible. What about you? Are you willing to take a risk and live the abundant life?

Proverbs 23:7We're shaped by what we think about most often. If it's about ourselves, we're likely to become egotistical. If it's about others' wrongs, we'll become bitter. Imagine what would happen if we focused our thoughts on Jesus the most.

Luke 12:13-21The “if only” list is endless. If only I had more money, more time, better-behaved kids, a bigger house, a nicer spouse...then I would be happy. True happiness doesn't depend on any of these factors. You can find pleasure in life right now, regardless of your situation, by removing anger from your heart and turning to God for contentment.

Titus 3:8With all we have on the go, it's easy to get tunnel vision and only focus on our own lives. But God desires us to be winsome people who model grace and godliness to a lost and hurting world.

Ecclesiastes 12:8We seem to accept cynicism and doubt in all professions except preaching. There seems to be an unwritten law that says, “Thou shalt not doubt, struggle, or rebel.” But the truth is, pastors are human too. They need the same grace as everyone else who has questions.

Matthew 13The kingdom of God is inseparably linked to the Lord Jesus Christ. Chuck Swindoll shares an interesting legend to help us live with a kingdom mentality.

Ecclesiastes 11:10As we age we become more cautious and risk getting stuck in a rut. Becoming content with a tedious lifestyle of fear bordering on boredom isn't living, it's existing. Where in the Scriptures do you find “Don't exert yourself?”

Ecclesiastes 11:6Sometimes we're tempted to drop anchor and live a safe life in a secure harbour. But the Christian life isn't about being safe or secure—it's abut being salt and light in a dark world.

Luke 14:27Jesus asks for nothing less than your whole heart. Being committed to Him means saying no to your own desires, yes to what He wants, and nothing in between.

Ecclesiastes 12:1Our souls will find no peace until we remember our Creator. Now is the time to remember Him in all our thoughts and actions.

Hebrews 6:10Often we don't meet needs because we're too busy living our own lives. But by not helping, we miss out on God's blessings. It's through providing for others our lives are enriched.