New Life Live with Steve Arterburn

Topics: Hope, Newlyweds, Physical Abuse, Divorce, Adult Children, Estrangement, Aging Parents, Young Adults Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Dr. Jim Burns Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jim shares thoughts about peace for the past, joy for today, and hope for the future.  We are newlyweds, but my wife physically assaulted me and filed for divorce. What is my next move?  My son and The post New Life Live: June 3, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Self Control, Grief, Adult Children, Estrangement, Physical Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Difficult Conversations, Sexual Abuse, Divorce Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice shares about self control and choosing to do the uncomfortable thing that reaps benefits over time.  How do I help my daughter grieve her 3yo son who died in his sleep? They have another child The post New Life Live: June 2, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Anxiety, Church Life, Young Adults, Grief, Same-Sex Attraction, Teens, Stealing, GrandparentingHosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Sheri Denham Keffer, Dr. Jim BurnsCaller Questions & More:Dr. Sheri shares how worship music calms the vagus nerve if anxiety has fallen upon you. How do we handle our church being secretive about their finances and the names of the elders? I've The post New Life Live: May 30, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Anxiety, Procrastination, Siblings, Estrangement, Triggers, Custody, Boundaries Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, JJ West Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill discusses planners and procrastinators; your style relates to anxiety.  How can I move forward with my estranged sister? I gave her everything, and all she ever did was take.  I was married almost The post New Life Live: May 29, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Apology, Communication, Dating, Criticism, Affairs, Trust, Sexual Addiction, Polygraphs Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice discusses when "I'm sorry" is not enough.  My girlfriend says I slut-shamed her and broke up with me a week ago; how do I fix my insecurity?  Any suggestions on my The post New Life Live: May 28, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Christian Walk, Witnessing, Homeless, Demons, Difficult Conversations, Islam, Aging Parents Hosts: Brian Perez, Chris Williams, Dr. Jim Burns Caller Questions & More: Chris shares what having no other gods before Yahweh means to him.  How do I deal with my new apartment manager letting non-Christians move in and not my Christian friends?  I was The post New Life Live: May 27, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Sexual Abuse, Engagement, Codependency, People Pleasers, Connection Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice discusses the increase in suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts.  A therapist told me that God was there when my wife was molested as a kid; why couldn't God have intervened?  How The post New Life Live: May 26, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Transformation, Adult Children, Enabling, Polygraphs, Sexual Integrity, Suicide, Adoption, Adult Children, Guilt, Reactive Attachment Disorder Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, Becky Brown Caller Questions & More: Jacqui references the 12th chapter of Romans as a guide for how we should show up in the world, reminding us that God does the transforming.  What can I do The post New Life Live: May 23, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Guilt, Fear, Depression, Adult Children, Grandparenting, Boundaries, Procrastination Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Chris Williams Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill shares about guilt, greed, gratitude, girth, and good things.  I've struggled with depression for the last 3yrs from my dad beating my mom, my son being murdered, and being married three times.  The post New Life Live: May 22, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Perspective, Sexual Integrity, Teens, Suicide, Adult Children, Asperger's, Same-Sex Attraction Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Sheri Denham Keffer Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jim talks about how to reframe your mind.  How do I approach my 14yo son about inappropriate material I found on his phone?  My adult son is getting out The post New Life Live: May 21, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Grief, Grandparenting, Sexual Abuse, Teens, Medical Issues, Demons, Open Marriage, Boundaries Hosts: Brian Perez, JJ West, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: JJ discusses how grief is like an unexpected guest at our house.  Should I talk to our granddaughter if we suspect something might've happened in the past that was inappropriate? Our son-in-law is more affectionate with our granddaughter than his The post New Life Live: May 20, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Addictions, Self Awareness, Autism, Church Life, Depression, Feelings, Aging Parents, Loneliness, Grief, Suicide Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Marc discusses how to overcome what masters you.  Is it better for me to put my 18yo grandson with autism on private Christian insurance or use assistance from the government?  How do The post New Life Live: May 19, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Survival Response, Adult Children, Pornography, Newlyweds, Separation, Siblings, Mother Issues, Grief Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Marc shares the fight, flight or freeze responses, and how these survival responses relate to our attachment styles.  How do I confront my angry adult son who is mesmerized by my toxic The post New Life Live: May 16, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Parenting, Discipline, Work Issues, Tattoos, Self-harm, Communication, Self Worth, Mental Health Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Sheri Keffer Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice discusses disciplining children and how parents need to show a balance of warmth, truth, and consequences.  What do I do about someone lying about me and causing me to get The post New Life Live: May 15, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Negative Thoughts, Self-Talk, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Fear, Adult Children, Grief, Meditation Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris Caller Questions & More: Becky shares different cognitive distortions that can warp the stories we tell ourselves.  What do we do to help my 48yo sister who was diagnosed with bipolar schizophrenia? She has been in and The post New Life Live: May 14, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Laziness, Despair, Caregiving, Grief, Procrastination, Motivation, Anxiety, Bipolar, Adult Children Hosts: Brian Perez, Chris Williams, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: Chris discusses the things that lead us to laziness.  How do I manage being a caregiver for my mom when she is abusive?  When I am mourning, I prefer to be alone; do you encounter The post New Life Live: May 13, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Screens, Parenting, Sexual Abuse, Triggers, EMDR, End of Life, Aging Parents, Custody, Mother Issues Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice shares the value of joining your kids in their favorite online games to help you bond with them.  Will EMDR help me again? My family turned their backs The post New Life Live: May 12, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Christian Walk, Adult Children, Boundaries, Drug Addiction, Counseling, Confession, Affairs, Teens, Sexual Integrity, Gender Identity Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, JJ West Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill suggests when we feel powerless, reflect on what is our part and what is God's part.  Is it appropriate to tell my 34yo son to leave my house? The post New Life Live: May 9, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Avoiders, Weight Issues, Addictions, Masturbation, Lust, Adult Children, Estrangement, Forgiveness, Sexual Addictions, Sexual Integrity Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Becky addresses how to be in relationship with those with a "never complain, never explain" mentality.  I beat myself up mentally about turning to food instead of God; what is the root The post New Life Live: May 8, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Lying, Teens, Grief, Mother Issues, Isolation, Guilt Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Sheri Keffer, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Dr. Sheri discusses different types of lying.  How do I go about finding the right counselor for my 16yo grandson who doesn't relate to any men in his life?  Any suggestions on how The post New Life Live: May 7, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Self Worth, Affairs, Depression, Dating, Church Life, Weddings, In-laws, Physical Abuse Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, JJ West Caller Questions & More: JJ discusses why you should challenge yourself without letting the challenge define your worth.  What's the next step for me if my husband had a 10yr affair, and I didn't handle it The post New Life Live: May 6, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Communication, Parenting, Custody, Triggers, Anger, Sexual Abuse, PTSD Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Becky Brown Caller Questions & More: Marc talks about the number one thing couples bicker about and offers tips for when an argument occurs.  I get my kids every other weekend, but they treat my place like a hotel; how can The post New Life Live: May 5, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Workaholics, Suicide, Adult Children, Alcohol, Grief, Insomnia, Intimacy, Avoiders Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Becky Brown Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice shares how forced downtime can be a blessing to a workaholic.  I lost a son to a suicide; how do I know what help is good for my 23yo son who struggles The post New Life Live: May 2, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Watch on YouTube Topics: Addiction, Narcissists, Depression, Dating, Adult Children, Bipolar, Grief, Hoarding, Communication, Friendship Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, JJ West Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill discusses the overlap between addiction, trauma, and narcissism.  Our son dropped out of college to take care of his fiancée with terminal cancer. She had lied about the cancer.  Should I stay The post New Life Live: May 1, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Caregiving, Grief, Narcissists, Adult Children, Satanic Abuse, Parenting Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Becky discusses self-care for caregivers.  I go to my daughter's grave, talk to her and pour coffee on her grave to remember her; am I doing anything wrong scripturally?  What do I say to my daughter who is married to a The post New Life Live: April 30, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Sexual Addiction, Eating Disorders, Exercise, Retirement, Adult Children, Teens, Sexual Integrity, Pregnancy, Depression, Pornography, Incarceration Hosts: Brian Perez, JJ West, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: JJ shares about the power of the Every Man's Battle weekend that was held in Washington, DC.  Since I retired, why have I begun eating from the moment I wake until I go to bed? I've never had a The post New Life Live: April 29, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Wisdom, Drug Addictions, Boundaries, Suicide, Parenting, Adult Children Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Dr. Jim Burns Caller Questions & More: Marc discusses why we often ignore good advice.  Do I walk away from my husband of 30yrs who has been on drugs most of the time and won't help me with anything?  What are some good boundaries to set with the The post New Life Live: April 28, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Christian Walk, Narcissists, Sexual Abuse, Father Issues, Estrangement, Reconnection, Safety, Physical Abuse, Anger, Grief Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, Dr. Sheri Keffer Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jacqui challenges listeners to identify whose voice they are hearing in their head and to examine if it is truth.  How do I best handle a narcissistic 85yo family member? She won't change.  My father physically, emotionally, The post New Life Live: April 25, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Expectations, Dysfunctional Families, Medical Issues, Caregiving, Siblings, Codependency, Adult Children, Estrangement, Grief, Finances Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Chris Williams Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill discusses Easter gatherings with hurts, habits, and hangups, and encourages us to keep loving and keep moving forward.  My husband has terminal kidney disease and insists he leave his facility and have me care for him at home. The post New Life Live: April 24, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Betrayal, Mother Issues, Leadership, Sexual Abuse, Insomnia, Counseling Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Sheri Keffer, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris Caller Questions & More: Sheri explains the difference between "betrayal trauma induced control" and codependency.  My mom says I shouldn't be a Young Life leader because I haven't been through anything to qualify me as a leader.  I was sexually abused by my dad The post New Life Live: April 23, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Christian Walk, Affairs, Trust, Anger, Separation, Physical Abuse Hosts: Brian Perez, Chris Williams, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: Chris discusses our changing relationship with God and the state of reorientation.  My husband is unfaithful. I found a bottle of Viagra, but he denied it, and my pastors told me they don't believe me.  My wife kicked me out of the The post New Life Live: April 22, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Discontentment, Hope, In-laws, Estrangement, Adult Children, Physical Abuse, Trust, Church Life, Separation, Intimacy Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Marc explains the difference between hoping and wishing, and he shares ways to deal with discontentment in marriage.  How can my husband and I connect with our granddaughters? Our daughter-in-law has alienated us from them.  I was choked and beaten The post New Life Live: April 21, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Criticism, Controllers, Separation, Adult Children, Avoiders, Boundaries, Pornography, Salvation Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jacqui discusses the need to lower your judgment and criticism of others and to humbly examine where you are missing the mark in your own life.  My husband is very controlling with money; do I move out to a new The post New Life Live: April 18, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Easter, Long Suffering, Anxiety, Technology, Avoiders, Intimacy Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, JJ West Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill shares her thoughts on Holy Week and long suffering.  My 34yo friend is a computer programmer and is anxious about AI and how it will impact him.  My husband and I will agree about something, but then he won't do The post New Life Live: April 17, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Community, PTSD, Guilt, Adult Children, Boundaries, Affairs, Disclosure, Drug Addiction Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice demonstrates, though a personal story, the importance of building a support community well in advance of when you would need their help.  Where can I find a counselor or group that understands the pressure of living with my The post New Life Live: April 16, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Endurance, Hope, Intimacy, Emotional Affair, Adult Children, Witchcraft, Separation, Finances  Hosts: Brian Perez, JJ West, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: JJ shares steps on how to press on when you hit a roadblock during a project.  My wife feels like it's crazy for her to stay married to me and is too embarrassed to go to counseling. How do I cope The post New Life Live: April 15, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Anger, Depression, Parenting, Reconciliation, Anxiety, Estrangement, Adult Children Hosts: Brian Perez, Chris Williams, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Chris discusses anger, sharing that outrage addiction leads to discontent.  I've had depression for weeks and can't do anything while my husband has been in the hospital.  What type of therapy does my nephew need now that my brother wants to be more The post New Life Live: April 14, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Defenses, Teens, Anger, Marijuana, Groups, Divorce, Remarriage, Coaching, Self Worth, Getting Unstuck Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Sheri Keffer, Dr. Alice Keffer Caller Questions & More: Dr. Sheri discusses defensiveness as a self-protection tool.  My 15yo granddaughter is a twin and has dramatically changed and has asked me to pray for her temper.  One of the participants in our Life Recovery Group uses medical marijuana, and The post New Life Live: April 11, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Discontentment, Anxiety, Grandparenting, Christian Walk, Adult Children, Church Life, Dating, Free Will Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill discusses endings, beginnings, and the discontentment that can happen in between.  What should I do if I am anxious and feeling guilty after I threw a box of pastries in anger and it accidentally hit my 6yo The post New Life Live: April 10, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Parenting, Difficult Conversations, Aging Parents, Mother Issues, Depression, Narcissists, Living Together, Letting Go Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Sheri Keffer Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice shares how to bring up the top topics to address with our kids.  How can my sister and I tell our 94yo mom that she has to be in assisted living for the rest of her The post New Life Live: April 9, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Betrayal, Full Disclosure, Trust, Pornography, Narcissists, Affairs, Grief Hosts: Becky Brown, Stacey Sadler Smith, Laura Mangin-McDonald Caller Questions & More: Stacey and Laura discuss what is going on in the world of healing from betrayal, and how it relates to the betrayal of Jesus.  How will Every Man's Battle help my husband with full disclosure? Will Restore help me to trust him?  The post New Life Live: April 8, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Insight, Getting Unstuck, Intimacy, Chronic Pain, Boundaries, Criticism, Adult Children, Divorce, Christian Walk, Anger Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: Marc discusses the fine print, asking the hard questions to get insight before jumping into relationships.  I'm miserable in my marriage and have become emotionally divorced from my husband who doesn't feel led to lead.  I have Ehlers-Danlos The post New Life Live: April 7, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Perseverance, Change, Alcohol, Forgiveness, Grandparenting, Siblings Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Becky Brown Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice discusses how to deal with people or situations that are out of our control.  My girlfriend says I haven't forgiven myself even though I am 25yrs sober.  How do I continue a relationship with my grandchildren if their mother, my stepdaughter, The post New Life Live: April 4, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Habits, Anxiety, Counseling, Physical Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Social Anxiety, Blended Families, Adult Children, Recovery Groups Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Marc Cameron Caller Questions & More: Becky discusses the habits we use to construct our lives knowingly and unknowingly.  My son is in his early twenties and is having panic attacks; what else can I do if he doesn't want to see a counselor?  The post New Life Live: April 3, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Disappointment, Expectations, Getting Unstuck, Estrangement, Reconciliation, Blended Families, Adult Children, Depression Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Alice Benton Caller Questions & More: Becky discusses what to do when things don't work out.  How should I move forward as a single mom with three kids? I still feel like I am making the same mistakes I did when I was a 15yo teen The post New Life Live: April 2, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Sexual Intimacy, Sexual Integrity, Separation, Flattery Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jim shares that purity and fidelity are the path to healthy physical intimacy; the hosts discuss putting safeguards around your marriage.  Am I being overly sensitive? I felt uncomfortable when my husband went to lunch alone with my daughter-in-law.  The post New Life Live: April 1, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Sexual Intimacy, Adult Children, Bipolar, Grief, Remarriage, Dating, Counseling Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Becky Brown Caller Questions & More: Marc explains the differences in men and women when it comes to sex and expectation; go to today's episode of Every Man's Battle podcast for the entire discussion.  I'm guardian of my grandson because of medical neglect; how can I help my The post New Life Live: March 31, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Criticism, Same-Sex Attraction, Teens, Dating, Mother Issues, Communication Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Dr. Jim Burns Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill discusses a critical spirit, which is an outward expression of what is going on internally.  My daughter struggled with same-sex attraction in middle school, and I don't know if she still struggles in high school.  Is it a The post New Life Live: March 28, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Boundaries, Confrontation, Siblings, Sexual Integrity, Adult Children, Reconciliation, Custody, Parenting, Teens Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, Chris Williams Caller Questions & More: Marc discusses the benefits of delayed gratification.  How do I confront my sisters about why I am not included in family activities?  As a single man, how do you walk in the Spirit and stop masturbating?  I had to kick out my The post New Life Live: March 27, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Christian Walk, Adult Children, Estrangement, Suicide, Grief, Self Worth Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice explains the wreckage of sin, and the hosts discuss how counseling and spirituality work together.  What can I do to have a relationship with my 34yo daughter? She married an atheist, lives in another country, and won't The post New Life Live: March 26, 2025 appeared first on New Life.

Topics: Encouragement, Engagement, Boundaries, Parenting, Church Life, Adult Children, Estrangement Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Jill Hubbard Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jim discusses the power of encouragement; encourage others and have people in your life who can encourage you.  My boyfriend and I reconnected after not seeing each other for 8yrs, and we just got engaged; do you have any The post New Life Live: March 25, 2025 appeared first on New Life.