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National Spouses Day is on January 26^th. It’s different than Valentine’s Day because it focuses on gratitude more than gifts. If you have a hard time coming up with something to be thankful for, I’m here to help. In this episode, you’ll hear five things to love and appreciate about your spouse—even when you don’t feel like it. It might just pave the way for the best Valentine’s Day ever!

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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You know the story of Goldilocks–a little girl who struggles to find comforts that are “just right.” When we look at the Earth around us, we can’t help but think of God’s hand making it, because everything is “just right” for sustaining life. It’s a journey through Genesis–to find your purpose.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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What does it take to make a good friend? We all have different standards and expectations. So, who, from the Bible, do you think would make a great friend? We asked that question on our Family Life Facebook page and the answers were amazing! It got me to thinking about what makes a great friend—and how to be a good friend.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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In the Beginning. When you think of Creation, who do you picture there? Probably God, the Father. And it’s true. He is the Creator. But He wasn’t the only one present. If we dig a little into scripture, we’ll discover the entire Trinity was present, as it always been, and always will be.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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Have you started thinking about your New Year’s Resolution? We always start out with the goal of making ourselves better 365 days later. But what would make you better? How about growing closer to God? Greta Brokaw heads up Heart Medicine Ministries and has written several devotional books for women. In this episode, she helps us grow in our faith—one day at a time. Find out more about her ministry here.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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What are your family Christmas traditions? Do you hide a pickle ornament? Decorate a gingerbread house? Go to candlelight service on Christmas Eve? Christmas is steeped in tradition. Listen as Grammy and Dove Award Winners Amy Grant and Laura Story share about their family Christmas traditions.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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This time of year is all about Jesus. And His birth. But He wasn’t the only one present for the entire account. Author Marina Hofman shares on the faithfulness of Mary, and how her example can help us live in God’s will. Find out more about her ministry here.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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This time of year is all about the miraculous birth of a baby. While Christmas is when we celebrate our Savior, Jesus wasn’t the only miracle birth during the time. Author Marina Hofman shares the life of Elizabeth and how her son, John the Baptist, paved the way for Christ. Find out more about her ministry here.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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Before the tree comes the turkey. Before the turkey, come a thankful heart. Thanksgiving isn’t just a day, it’s a way of living. Which is why you’ll see the hashtag “Thanksliving” popping up everywhere. All month, we’ll be looking at how to live with a grateful heart. We’ll uncover what the Bible says about gratitude and helping you see the blessing right in front of you.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.

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We are fewer than two months until Christmas! And while it seems like a long ways away, it will also be here before you know it. Every year I say I’m going to be more mindful—that I’m going to enjoy the true reason for the season. And every year I find myself stressed out at the last minute trying to do all the things. In this week’s episode, learn to shift your focus—and let in more joy.

Terese Main is a wife, mom and social media addict. Above all, she loves Jesus. She co-hosts Family Life Mornings, which can be heard on radio stations across New York and Pennsylvania, and at www.familylife.org. She is a native of the Finger Lakes Region and a graduate of Ithaca College. It’s her heart’s desire to encourage others to live their lives fully in God’s blessing.