The Faith and Family Matters Podcast

William Hemphill talks about how his vision for marriage was shaped and how it relates to premarital counseling.

William Hemphill talks about how men often keep their emotions and desires inside because they are fearful of their spouse's reactions. He also talks about how this is harmful to therelationship and to men's health.

William Hemphill talks about habits that lead to longevity in love.

William Hemphill talks about how we can manage our fears and show love in the midst of a nation experiencing anxiety.

William Hemphill talks about the most important thing we can do in a transition of power, do what God called us to do, and love God. love people, and love ourselves.

William Hemphill talks about his experience with imposter syndrome, along with ways he overcame his negative thoughts.

William Hemphill talks about the challenges of being our authentic selves when we go home for the holiday season.

William Hemphill talks about the phenomenon of men demanding submission in uncommitted relationships when trust has not been established.

William Hemphill asks us questions about how we can get along after an election that can often divide people.

William Hemphill talks about ways you can determine if yu are suffering from election anxiety, as well as some ways you can find some relief from election anxiety during the political season.

William Hemphill talks about the criticism of others that occurs during the election season. He also responds to a critic by giving a history of race in America and how the black church empowered African Americans. He encourages us to vote while still finding ways to love and respect one another.

William Hemphill talks about struggling with perfectionism, its effects on his life, and ways to overcome perfectionism.

William Hemphill shares from his own story about ways to deal with the feeling of "not good enough" or imposter syndrome.

William Hemphill talks about the the trust and safety that occurs in marriage when we inform our spouses about our whereabouts.

William Hemphill asks how we can let our light shine in light of the recent school shooting in Georgia.

William Hemphill talks about how our word can harm, from our political environment to our relationships. He encourages us to examine our triggers and to use words to heal instead of harm others.

William Hemphill alks about how the lies we believe about ourselves comes from our wounds, and how they can hijack our relationships.

William Hemphill talks about the importance of humility in resolving conflict.

William Hemphill answers some questions that should be considered before we say "I Do."

William Hemphill shares two keys to having better relationships.

William Hemphill shares his experiences with anxiety while walking on a glass bridge.

William Hemphill talks about what to do when hope seems lost. He uses references from silent Saturday of Holy Week.

William Hemphill talks about the six stuck spots in adoptive teens including reason for adoption, missing and difficult information, difference, identity, loyalty, and permanence.

William Hemphill talks about ways we can break down our goals into smaller, everyday accomplishments that will allow us to progress toward the big goals we have.

William Hemphill shares some reflections on the life of Bishop Carlton Pearson and how our faith affects how we handle crisis. He gives some pointers for handling a crisis in faith including: a - Connecting with the Lord and being open and honest about your emotions b- Recognize that as we grow in life, our faith will change c- Study scriptures for ourselves d- Give ourselves grace and forgiveness as we live.

William Hemphill shares his thoughts about thankfulness during this season.

William Hemphill shares his challenge as an early career therapist to encourage people not to quit in their calling or passion, but to continue to grow.

William Hemphill talks about the importance of having sexual boundaries and reframing manhood by following Christ.

William Hemphill talks about ways to build spiritual intimacy in your relationship.

William hemphill shares thoughts about the importance of spiritual and emotional safety in building spiritual intimacy.

William Hemphill talks about why spouses avoid a key aspect of spiritual intimacy, praying together.

William Hemphill talks about some of the challenges to building spiritual intimacy in marriage.

William Hemphill talks about a better strategy for handling conflict in our marriages than using the silent treatment.

William Hemphill talks about ho an inspirational thought from a friend allowed him to be open to God's presence in a season of doubt.

William Hemphill talks about the dangers of disconnecting from each other in marriage as a result of the silent treatment.

William Hemphill reflects on one of the late Dr Charles Stanley's quotes and how it can impact us.

William Hemphill shares some reflections about how hatred due to disagreement can blind us and keep us from loving and respecting other people.

William Hemphill talks about the pain and disconnect that the silent treatment causes for both the giver and the receiver.

William Hemphill talks about being careful of how we judge others and challenges us to take a look at ourselves. He encourages us to take a look at actions, but not to disparage others. And in all things we are to walk in love and grace, recognizing that we all have value in God's eyes.

William Hemphill talks about the third rule for living from John Wesley, staying in love with God.

William Hemphill talks about two common reasons people use the silent treatment in conflict, and how they are harmful to the relationship.

William Hemphill talks about the second of john Wesley's rules for living , doing good.

William Hemphill talks about the first of John Wesley's rules for living - do no harm, and challenges us to find ways in our daily lives to do no harm to others.

William Hemphill gives an introduction to one of the common issues in marriage, dealing with the silent treatment when conflict occurs.

William Hemphill talks about how making good choices in relationships has helped him in keeping the faith and following the Lord daily.

William Hemphill talks about one of the ways we can make daily choices to follow Christ- by taking daily steps of faith and trusting in the Lord.

William Hemphill talks about one of the ways he builds and strengthens his faith, through the daily reading and application of scripture.

William Hemphill talks about one of the ways we can make good choices daily, which is daily prayer. He shares about four aspects of prayer including thankfulness, personal requests, praying for others, and finding quiet to listen to the "still small voice" of God.

William Hemphill talks about how Israel often gave credit to themselves or other gods, a mistake that we can make. He then reminds us that we cab choose to follow Christ everydaty.

William Hemphill talks about the importance of keystone habits and shares some keystone habits in his marriage.

William Hemphill shares about some ways we can navigate the holiday season as an interfaith couple.