Focus on the Family Canada in Langley, British Columbia

Jackie Hill Perry was committed to being a lesbian, yet she couldn't deny that God was trying to get her attention. Today, she shares how her choice to follow Jesus changed everything. Listen to part one: https://bit.ly/3hq9ulz Listen to part two: https://bit.ly/3n06kpC

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Wishing you and your family a merry Christmas, from everyone at Focus on the Family Canada!

This year Christmas looks different for everyone. It can be easy to focus on all that we're missing out on and join the chorus of people saying "Christmas is cancelled." Maybe this year you're feeling a little like Charlie Brown, wondering, Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?! In times like these, it's important to go back to the basics, like Linus did, and remember the true meaning of Christmas. Even though our celebrations have changed, our God Immanuel has not. Click through to read more.

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In a season where there is so much emphasis on getting more, more, more, it can be hard to know how to teach our kids to be content. This free Kids of Integrity lesson will help you do just that! Take your pick of some fun activities that help kids show greater thankfulness and appreciation for what they have, as well as a willingness to share with others. Get the free lesson today: https://www.kidsofintegrity.com/lessons/contentedness

How can you live in peace with people who drive you crazy? These practical strategies and healthy boundaries can help. Listen online: https://bit.ly/35ZL5iw

"Even in a time of challenge and uncertainty, the celebration of our Lord and Saviour’s birth remains a source of peace. We can take comfort knowing Jesus’ birth holds the promise of everlasting life. "To help prepare your heart for Christmas, I’m excited to offer you our 2020 digital Advent Calendar, available to you for free!" Click through to read more from Focus on the Family Canada president Terence Rolston and get started with your free Advent calendar.

Have you ever wondered what heaven will be like? What if you could get a glimpse? Listen in as pastor John Burke relates stories from people of all walks of life who have had near-death experiences: https://bit.ly/3pa4e8i

Our 7-Day Sale starts today! Check it out now for some awesome savings! Save 44% on Otter B storybooks, save 51% on The Blackgaard Chronicles story set and 3 great reads for adults, save 90% on The Family Project DVD study and much more! See https://bit.ly/361EVyz

When a pornography addiction threatens to destroy your marriage, what do you do? Today, Dave and Kirsten share their story of how God redeemed their lives and relationship. Listen to part one: https://bit.ly/2GA4psN Listen to part two: https://bit.ly/3l8RpcH

During Advent, it’s traditional for Christians to prepare our hearts and minds to celebrate the birth of our Saviour. But historically, this celebration encompassed far more from the manger to the cross to the heavenly throne, from Jesus’ birth at Bethlehem to his return at the end of time. In keeping with that older, broader conception of Advent, here are a few related themes drawn from the beginning and end of all four Gospels, to parallel the four weeks of the season. Click through to read more.

Launch the season of Advent with a treat for your preschooler - a fun set that includes a board book, 16-piece puzzle, and wooden and cardboard figurines! See https://bit.ly/32eHvyY

Want to catch up on our latest articles? Every month we publish articles related to marriage and parenting, as well as faith and culture. Click through to read the following articles: Words that build trust in a marriage Teaching kids how to calm their emotions: The stoplight approach Reading history to honour God and strengthen our heart... Celebrating a century of women’s suffrage See more

Get some great Christmas gifts for your kids at great prices by checking out our value pack offers! You can save on storybook sets for youngsters, popular novel series for elementary ages and teens, and 5-album packs of our ever-popular Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas. See the full selection here: https://bit.ly/2HtcEr3

We're hiring for a part-time warehouse clerk to join the team at our head office in Langley, BC! The casual warehouse clerk will assist with various warehouse activities in our distribution centre during busy periods. Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/3kBoyh3 Know someone who may be interested? Tag them in the comments!

In recent months, Murray noticed a drop in the volume of mail as ministries like Focus on the Family Canada sought to steward their resources and finances during the pandemic. To that end, Focus began offering the Focus on the Family magazine in digital format. As much as Murray loves physical print, he saw this as a new opportunity to minister to others. I wouldn’t have been able to forward [the magazine] on to people I thought those articles might have been of interest to if it had been on paper. Click through to read more of his story.

Darren and Stacey wanted to be obedient to God's calling to care for children without families so they fostered over 30 children and adopted five who have special needs! Here's their incredible story of love. Listen online: https://bit.ly/3kWCZwl

Have you ever been talking to your spouse about something important, but they seem a million miles away? They might say all the right words, but it feels like you’ve got a recording that says, All of our representatives are busy. In marriage, we can’t automate our communication. The words we use can be a key factor in building trust. Click through for a few examples of words and phrases that characterize high trust in a relationship.

Celebrate Advent with reverent, joy-filled anticipation! View the slide show for some great suggestions, then find all these ideas and more at https://bit.ly/325LIVs

There’s an old adage that says we can see everything clearly by the light of the sun, but if we try looking right at it, we’ll go blind. History is the same. We can study the past, appreciate its triumphs and learn from its mistakes. However, if we turn within ourselves and try to judge our own place in history, it’s inevitable that our perception will be distorted and our conclusions incorrect. Click through to learn how we often misunderstand history, the risk of historical arrogance, and how we should be perceiving the past, the present and the future.

How do you raise boys who are godly and masculine? Start with teaching them a healthy respect for others, particularly girls and women. Dave Willis, dad of four sons and author of Raising Boys Who Respect Girls, offers practical advice: https://bit.ly/3e8WBdO

Since the beginning of 2020, Al and Gay Ruff have collected and returned 623,000 refundable items that’s $62,300! They recently returned their one millionth item! What started as a fundraiser to help their son and daughter-in-law adopt has turned into a ministry that supports many charities, one of them being Focus on the Family Canada. The couple have had Focus in their lives for over 35 years, and they personally know the impact of our resources, as well as of our staff. Click through to read more of their story and why they choose to support and promote Focus on the Family Canada.