safe family

Creating a Safe Family Where Your Children Can Thrive

By: Focus On The Family

Most parents understand the need for physical safety but is your home emotionally safe as well?  Read more

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How to Live Your Dream

By: Tania Harris | God Conversations

A few years ago on an Australian reality talent show, a young man expressed his dream to be a famous singer. The emcee told of his dedication in preparing for this moment. His mother spoke of his deep passion and commitment. When the man took to the stage, the audience applauded in great anticipation. Read more

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Creamy Tomato & Spinach Sauce

By: Susan Joy | The JOYful Table

Delicious sweet potato gnocchi is lightly fried to produce crispy little pillows with soft centres. I’ve coated the gnocchi in a creamy tomato and spinach sauce. I’m always happy when a recipe turns out just like, or even better than the traditional version. Serve with a green salad on the side. Read more

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Can Equality Trump Freedom?

By: Freedom for Faith

You would think that a cornerstone of equality would be the right to freedom of religion, belief and expression.

However, Prof. Barry Bussey says in Canada, the argument for equality is actually being used to undermine those core beliefs for students at Trinity Western University (TWU). Read more

slow kid

How to Get a Go-slow Kid Moving Every Time

By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen

Parents of go-slow kids live with the constant frustration of waiting. Using routines and clear expectations will make life so much easier. Read more

Are You In a Mid-Life Low? Take Heart – It’ll Get Better, Say Researchers

By: Linda Lou

Do you remember when you were at your happiest? If you’re in your senior years, chances it wasn’t in the midlife season of your 40s. Read more

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Confused About the Direction of Your Life? This Might Help

By: Sheridan Voysey

The plan seemed clear. The path seemed straight. But diversion after diversion beset you. Now you wonder if you’ve taken a wrong turn somewhere and will ever reach your dreamed-of destination. You’re in such a different place to where you thought you’d be by now. Read more

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We Don’t Have to Speculate: Both Sides Agree on Profound Impacts

By: Freedom for Faith

“In Australia you’re going to have to be absolutely aware that your laws have to be crystal clear to protect freedom of conscience and diversity,” Professor Iain Benson says. Read more

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Faith and Friendship

How much impact can faith and friendship have on a marriage?

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children

I've Been Talking about You

By: Rodney Olsen

In my work I regularly meet with people such as church pastors over coffee or a meal. We talk about a range of matters but one of the topics that seems to come up again and again is family. My wife and my children are incredibly important to me so it should be no surprise that they are always in my thoughts and conversations. Read more