If you had the opportunity to heal, would you take it? It might seem like a silly question, but often, we become so accustomed to our pain, suffering, or grief that it feels like a part of who we are. Yet, true healing requires a conscious decision to pursue it. Today, Jim talks with renowned author, speaker, and founder of New Life Ministries, Stephen Arterburn, about his book Healing Is A Choice. Drawing from his personal experiences, Stephen and Jim explore various aspects of healing, such as connection, grief, and the role of community, while addressing lies we may believe that can block our path to recovery. We all experience pain - whether physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual - but while only God has the power to heal, the decision to seek that healing is ours to make.

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Stephen Arterburn

New Life Ministries: https://newlife.com/

New Life LIVE Broadcasts: https://newlife.com/broadcasts/

Stephen Arterburn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealstephenarterburn/

Life Recovery Groups on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liferecoverygroups/

Call New Life: 1-800-NEW LIFE (639-54330

Books:

Healing Is a Choice: https://a.co/d/gleICLZ

Every Man’s Battle: https://a.co/d/1JbVpy5

All of Stephen’s Books

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A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: https://homeword.com/product/students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/

Can parents combat the constant barrage of negative messaging our children receive from school, social media, and societal pressures? Though it seems like an uphill battle, there is hope! Today, Jim welcomes speaker, therapist, and best-selling author Dr. Chinwé Williams to discuss her book, Seen: Healing Despair and Anxiety in Kids and Teens Through the Power of Connection. Together, they explore how intentional presence, positive affirmations, “just listening” and developing grit in your kids can foster resilience, confidence, and a strong sense of self-worth even in the face of life's challenges. If you have children, work with youth, or are a regular caregiver - this episode needs to be bookmarked.

Jim’s Takeaways

From Seen:

1. When we show up, they feel loved
2. When we see them, they feel understood
3. Just listen, and they feel safe
4. Speak life and they feel worthy
5. Develop grit in their life and they’re going to feel empowered

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Dr. Chinwé Williams Links:

Dr. Chinwé Williams Website: https://drchinwewilliams.com/

Books:

Seen: Healing Despair and Anxiety in Kids and Teens Through the Power of Connection: https://a.co/d/9xGh8hk

Beyond The Spiral: Why You Shouldn’t Believe Everything Anxiety Tells You: https://a.co/d/gEdNJ2h

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A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: https://homeword.com/product/students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/

Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are more like roommates? Maybe five years ago, before this job, or before having kids, your relationship felt strong and emotionally connected. But now, things feel flat, distant, and maybe even a bit hopeless. If that sounds familiar, we have great news—this episode is for you! And more importantly, you're not alone. Even marriage experts Greg and Erin Smalley have been where you are! In Jim’s conversation with the Smalleys, you’ll find plenty of encouragement and practical tips to help you reconnect with your spouse. The best part? It’s not about adding more to your already full schedule. Greg and Erin point out simple actions you’re likely already doing that can create small moments of connection, leading to the deeper relationship you’re longing for.

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Greg & Erin Smalley Links:

About Greg Smalley: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/contributors/greg-smalley/

About Erin Smalley: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/contributors/erin-smalley/

Focus on Marriage Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/focus-on-marriage-podcast/id261059123

Resist the Drift Marriage Conferences: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/resistthedriftsalemconferences/

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Books:

Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soul Mates in Marriage: https://a.co/d/ezgelqC

Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage: 12 Secrets for a Lifelong Romance: https://a.co/d/hFXzOP8

The 5 Sex Needs of Men and Women by Gary Rosberg: https://a.co/d/fAokZWp

Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together: https://a.co/d/gizZbnQ

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A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: https://homeword.com/product/students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/