Help your family celebrate Christmas, with a historical twist, by looking at the early church's thoughts about Christmas.

In this podcast Dr. Ricketts and Dr. Skinner explore some of the current trends to help families stay focused on Christ’s birth at Christmas. They will take a look at some thoughts of the historical and early church surrounding Christmas celebrations and how/why/where some of them developed.

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In the journey of raising children, parents play a vital role in shaping their children’s mental health. A strong connection exists between parental influence and a child’s emotional well-being. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recognizes that “… a child’s healthy development depends on their parents—and other caregivers who act in the role of parents—who serve as their first sources of support in becoming independent and leading healthy and successful lives.” A study from 2021 revealed that “poor mental health among parents or primary caregivers is associated with poor mental and physical health in children.” Read More

Dr. Skinner is joined by John to discuss how God worked all things for good in his life when it all seemed to be falling apart. When a marriage gets difficult, even leading to separation, good Christian counsel can provide guidance that allows God to do a work that brings a marriage back together and builds a stronger bond. In the words of John, "When God is first in your life, your marriage can prosper."  Hear his story about God's work in his life and marriage.

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