In this episode of Straight to the Heart, our host, Rush Witt, talks to Marty Machowski, author of many children’s resources and family devotionals. Marty shares how telling stories to his own children progressed into writing stories to teach the children in his church about the gospel, and eventually turned into writing books for families across the country and around the world. He also talks...
Stress is an unavoidable part of life. It has helped humans survive for thousands of years, and it keeps us on our toes in dangerous or critical situations. Consider the following basics: In response to stressful stimuli, your body turns on its biological response. Chemicals and hormones are released that help your body rise to the challenge. Your heart rate increases, your brain works faster and...
Biblical counselors and pastors often have questions when a counselee is struggling with a mixture of physical, emotional, and spiritual difficulties. A new version of a popular resource is now available to equip those who counsel people dealing with a variety of medical and psychiatric diagnoses. In The Christian Counselor’s Medical Desk Reference, 2nd Edition, Dr. Charles D. Hodges Jr. and a...
Are you trying to find books for your middle graders to read this summer? The Serpent Slayer and the Scroll of Riddles is a time travel adventure with a twist—readers ages 9–13 will discover theological themes as they travel through God’s Word. By placing the characters into biblical events, authors Champ Thornton and Andrew David Naselli show the Bible is far from being a boring book full of...
The image of a bird’s nest being carefully built, filled with fledglings, and then emptied is a helpful metaphor for the parenting journey. Those who’ve been through it know that this season of letting go isn’t merely a phase of life—it’s an entirely new chapter. While some parents look forward to this transition with great anticipation, many find it emotionally disorienting, feeling a deep sense...
