Family Matters

Financial perspective for newly weds

Can you help me and my new spouse set some reasonable financial goals for our life together? We haven't been married very long, and my husband is already talking about buying a house and setting up retirement funds. Meanwhile, I'm concerned about paying rent and buying groceries. Is he being…

10 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Faith and Suicide Among Teens and Young Adults

Are non-believers more likely than believers to commit suicide? I'm asking because our son walked away from his faith soon after starting college. Lately he has become increasingly moody and withdrawn. Is he at risk for suicide? What's the relationship between a young person's faith or worldview and his outlook…

9 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Encouraging family conversation

How important is it for family members to talk to one another on a regular basis? Communication has been an "issue" in our marriage for a long time, but recently I've noticed that the problem is spreading to the kids as well: it seems that none of us spend any…

8 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Wife has sexually misunderstanding with husband

How can I make my husband understand that I don't want to have intercourse as often as he does? When I respond that I'm not in the mood, he gets angry and tells me that there are all kinds of things that he does for me when he's "not in…

7 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Why We Give Right Reasons for Christian Giving

Where does giving fit in with wise financial planning? These days it seems that pastors, churches and ministries are constantly asking for my money. In the process, they're always talking about the importance of giving and telling me that it's a crucial part of the Christian life. I'm not sure…

4 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Child repeat negative Comments Made by Ex

How should I respond when my child tells me that my ex-spouse has been making some very critical and unkind statements about me? What's the wisest way to handle this situation?

3 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Recovering from a disappointing affair

How do I move on from an affair that ended in disappointment? I had hoped that my status as "the other woman" would eventually change after my lover left his wife and family, but that didn't happen. Now all I feel is sad, broken, and alone.

2 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Parents fear child may be Victim of Cyber-Bullying

How can I know for sure whether my child has become a target of intimidating text messages or cruel rumors on social media? Are there any tell-tale signs? If it turns out my child is being cyber-bullied, what can I do to help?

1 Apr 2019 6PM 4 min

Mutual attraction between married friends

How should I deal with the romantic feelings I've developed for my best friend's wife? This woman and I recently acknowledged to one another that the attraction is mutual and that we needed to put some safeguards in place to protect our marriages, but we're not sure how to go…

31 Mar 2019 6PM 4 min