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Divorce seems like the pathway to freedom but it delivers a whole host of unexpected consequences. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Dealing with an unruly son or daughter? Hang in there! Kids grow up in the blink of an eye—keep praying and remain faithful! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Love should not be dependent upon our feelings and emotions. Commitment of the will is the key to a life-long relationship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Prepare your children for the turbulent teen years by helping them sharpen their skills and abilities while they're young. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

If you've “lost that loving feeling,” try turning back the clock to when you and your spouse first met. It can help rekindle the sparks that first drew you together. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Sibling rivalry is common, but don't allow it to continue unchecked! Instead, build self-esteem in each of your children to promote a harmonious home. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

More than a fancy cake, beautiful clothing or flowers, an essential ingredient in wedding planning is premarital counseling. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Love must be maintained and protected to survive. Don't let a busy schedule cause you to neglect your relationship! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

A strong marriage can be a fortress against the stresses of life, but it takes an iron-clad commitment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Children won't know the value of a dollar until we teach them how to manage money wisely. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Dr. Dobson explains why total honesty between a husband and wife isn't healthy. To give and receive criticism well, it takes established trust and putting the other's best interest first. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Learn to shape the will of a child without breaking the spirit, and you will be preparing your son or daughter for a responsible and disciplined adulthood. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Reflect upon the great sacrifices made by so many to purchase our freedom as you celebrate this seminal day in our nation's history! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Why do kids whine? Because it works! To reinforce good behavior, respond only to “whine-free” requests. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Make time for your family. Use your time today to invest in the relationships that will matter for the rest of your life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Marital fights can be healthy within reasonable limits — as long as they end with forgiveness and respect. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

A dad occupies a very special place in his child's heart. Take time to cultivate a strong relationship with your son or daughter. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Are you having one of those days when nothing seems to go right? You're not alone. We all have them. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Reading aloud to your son or daughter has great benefits. It's a time to bond, relax, and learn together. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

There's more to genuine love than an instant attraction across a crowded room on some enchanted evening. The qualities of real love are spiritual in nature. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

When arguments arise, make sure you're on the same page. Differing assumptions can wreak havoc in a marriage! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Kids will often test the waters to see what they can get away with. Set boundaries early and enforce them for smoother sailing later. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Mutual respect and accountability pave the way for a loving marital relationship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Like runway lights in the dark, both love and respect are crucial guidelines for every parent to rely on. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

What's more important when it comes to spending time with your kids: Quality or quantity? Or both? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

General Douglas MacArthur was a hero of World War II. But he wanted his son to remember him as a hero at home. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

If your days are dominated by a to-do list, be sure it's not at the expense of the people in your life! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Love, along with consistent discipline and open communication, leads to confidence and self-respect in children. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Marriage is like a marathon–not a sprint. Train accordingly for marriages that so your relationship will go the distance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Good news for the child who doesn't succeed in the early years. Sometimes the one who experiences the greatest difficulty will eventually soar the highest. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Before your kids go into adolescence, prepare them for the changes ahead, and intentionally build up their self-worth. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Anti-smoking and vaping ads help to prevent or stop teens from engaging in these harmful habits, but their families are the most influential source in their decision. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Ups and downs will come in parenting, but the rewards of good child rearing will last a lifetime! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Dr. Dobson reminds us that 'exceptional children' are just that - exceptions! Most kids are average, but all have the same inherent need for love and acceptance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Perfection isn't possible--even in parenting. Address what you can change, and let go of what you can't. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Genuine love goes a long way with a child, but they also need respect and trust to build self-esteem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

The healthiest families are those that can laugh together. But be sure it's not at the expense of others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

What does marital commitment truly mean? Dr. Dobson talks about it from a biblical perspective. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Don't miss the preparation time for kids at home. Be the coach they need to launch them into adulthood. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Saying “I'm sorry” will teach your kids a valuable life lesson. Start today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Divorce impacts kids long after they are grown and gone. Today's Dobson Minute explains how. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Dr. Dobson advises parents to begin teaching children early to understand money. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Dr. Dobson advises that you be careful of the words you use. Nicknames and labels may start as fun, but they inevitably stick! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Daily frustrations are more manageable if you share them. Support your spouse with understanding. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Moms have so many responsibilities and they juggle them all so well. In his message, Dr. Dobson pays tribute on Mother's Day. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Dr. Dobson recalls a humorous experience when he had to step in and play "Mr. Mom", and how he discovered just how incredibly difficult a mother's role really is. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

“Fatigue makes cowards of us all...” Do what you must to make rest a priority in your family's life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Sometimes being a good parent requires the skills of a good detective! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

It's better to make a child stretch to reach your high opinion of him than stoop to conform to your disrespect. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

In an ode to grandparents, one young author reveals what kids are looking for—time and attention. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111

Consider the gift of housework or help with chores for Mom. A little help goes a long way! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29?v=20251111