http://www.activated.org Short articles taken from the writings of David Berg and Maria Fontaine on a variety of topics that will leave you feeling refreshed and renewed and refocused on life's true priorities and give you the insight that you need to lead a happier and well-balanced spiritual life. Taken from the Activated magazine (www.activated.org). [Published weekly; averaged length 2-6 min.] en-us © 2009 The Family International Sun, 09 Dec 2001 00:00:00 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/thumbnail.png http://www.activated.org God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Gods_Christmas_Gift.mp3 2012-12-07T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. 00:02:09 Six steps of meditative prayer. Fri, 25 Mar 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/OasisOfPeace.mp3 2011-03-25T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Six steps of meditative prayer. Six steps of meditative prayer. 00:05:23 God wants to have a personal relationship with each of us, and He wants it to be the deepest, most meaningful, most fulfilling and rewarding, most natural part of our lives. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:51:21 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/TheConnection.mp3 2010-03-08T19:51:21Z The Family International God wants to have a personal relationship with each of us, and He wants it to be the deepest, most meaningful, most fulfilling and rewarding, most natural part of our lives. God wants to have a personal relationship with each of us, and He wants it to be the deepest, most meaningful, most fulfilling and rewarding, most natural part of our lives. 00:03:27 To get the most from life focus on the unlimited power of God. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Changing_Mindsets.mp3 2012-01-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International To get the most from life focus on the unlimited power of God. To get the most from life focus on the unlimited power of God. 00:03:07 Finding the good in a bad situation isn't just a "glad game" exercise or a good idea; it's vital to our spiritual health. Fri, 28 Jan 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/SeeTheGood.mp3 2011-01-28T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Finding the good in a bad situation isn't just a "glad game" exercise or a good idea; it's vital to our spiritual health. Finding the good in a bad situation isn't just a "glad game" exercise or a good idea; it's vital to our spiritual health. 00:02:59 "In everything, do to others what you would have them do to you." (Mat. 7:12) Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:46:00 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Gods_Only_Law.mp3 2010-02-01T05:46:00Z The Family International "In everything, do to others what you would have them do to you." (Mat. 7:12) "In everything, do to others what you would have them do to you." (Mat. 7:12) 00:06:11 Yesterday, today, and forever, Jesus is the same. Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/All_Things_Change_But_Jesus_Never.mp3 2012-10-12T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Yesterday, today, and forever, Jesus is the same. Yesterday, today, and forever, Jesus is the same. 00:02:27 The Lord leaves a lot up to us and our concern and prayer. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Prayer_Power.mp3 2011-02-25T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International The Lord leaves a lot up to us and our concern and prayer. The Lord leaves a lot up to us and our concern and prayer. 00:13:36 God allows all sorts of things in our lives to test us, to see how we'll react to them, to teach us lessons, and to help us grow spiritually. Fri, 12 Nov 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LifesTests.mp3 2010-11-12T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International God allows all sorts of things in our lives to test us, to see how we'll react to them, to teach us lessons, and to help us grow spiritually. God allows all sorts of things in our lives to test us, to see how we'll react to them, to teach us lessons, and to help us grow spiritually. 00:04:46 Does your religion make you happy? Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Difference_Maker.mp3 2013-03-22T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Does your religion make you happy? Does your religion make you happy? 00:02:00 The story of the apostle Peter, as retold by Abi F. May Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Starting_Again.mp3 2011-05-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The story of the apostle Peter, as retold by Abi F. May The story of the apostle Peter, as retold by Abi F. May 00:08:22 Old age can be a glorious adventure, especially for those who have a personal relationship with Jesus. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Year_By_Year_Day_By_Day.mp3 2012-01-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Old age can be a glorious adventure, especially for those who have a personal relationship with Jesus. Old age can be a glorious adventure, especially for those who have a personal relationship with Jesus. 00:04:47 People often think of God in terms of judgment, retribution, and punishment, whereas the Bible tells us that "God is love!" Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Sickness_Punishment_or_Plan.mp3 2012-06-15T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International People often think of God in terms of judgment, retribution, and punishment, whereas the Bible tells us that "God is love!" People often think of God in terms of judgment, retribution, and punishment, whereas the Bible tells us that "God is love!" 00:03:42 . Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Payback_Plus.mp3 2013-01-18T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:01:44 Many people try to transform their lives with human striving and carnal willpower, but true transformation can only happen as we behold Jesus. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Transformed.mp3 2012-02-10T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Many people try to transform their lives with human striving and carnal willpower, but true transformation can only happen as we behold Jesus. Many people try to transform their lives with human striving and carnal willpower, but true transformation can only happen as we behold Jesus. 00:02:22 Appreciation is a human need. It's not just something that's nice to have when possible, but something that each person needs in order to be happy and to thrive. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:01:08 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Appreciation.mp3 2010-03-30T08:01:08Z The Family International Appreciation is a human need. It's not just something that's nice to have when possible, but something that each person needs in order to be happy and to thrive. Appreciation is a human need. It's not just something that's nice to have when possible, but something that each person needs in order to be happy and to thrive. 00:03:18 We have an opportunity to turn each difficulty or disappointment, sorrow or hardship, into a blessing. Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Baca.mp3 2011-06-03T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International We have an opportunity to turn each difficulty or disappointment, sorrow or hardship, into a blessing. We have an opportunity to turn each difficulty or disappointment, sorrow or hardship, into a blessing. 00:05:34 This Christmas season the world aches and groans because of the losses and tragedies of the year. Fri, 05 Nov 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LetItShine.mp3 2010-11-05T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International This Christmas season the world aches and groans because of the losses and tragedies of the year. This Christmas season the world aches and groans because of the losses and tragedies of the year. 00:02:46 Once when George's ship was in port, he met John outside a bar. The two talked, and eventually John, who was a dedicated Christian, led George to receive Jesus as his Savior. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:56:22 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/StandOut.mp3 2010-04-19T22:56:22Z The Family International Once when George's ship was in port, he met John outside a bar. The two talked, and eventually John, who was a dedicated Christian, led George to receive Jesus as his Savior. Once when George's ship was in port, he met John outside a bar. The two talked, and eventually John, who was a dedicated Christian, led George to receive Jesus as his Savior. 00:08:01 Our own weakness can be our saving grace, because Jesus' strength is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). Fri, 18 Mar 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/NothingsImpossible.mp3 2011-03-18T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Our own weakness can be our saving grace, because Jesus' strength is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). Our own weakness can be our saving grace, because Jesus' strength is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). 00:03:48 A Retelling of John Chapter 4 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Thirsty_No_More.mp3 2011-06-24T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A Retelling of John Chapter 4 A Retelling of John Chapter 4 00:06:09 God wants to be part of your life. Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/How_Much_Does_God_Care.mp3 2012-07-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God wants to be part of your life. God wants to be part of your life. 00:07:21 For the best results regularly seek God for His guidance. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Hearing_from_the_Lord_Step_by_Step.mp3 2012-03-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International For the best results regularly seek God for His guidance. For the best results regularly seek God for His guidance. 00:04:34 We live in a physical world, but we are also surrounded by an unseen spiritual world where a continual battle is being waged for control of our hearts and minds. Fri, 13 Aug 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/DownWithDiscouragement.mp3 2010-08-13T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International We live in a physical world, but we are also surrounded by an unseen spiritual world where a continual battle is being waged for control of our hearts and minds. We live in a physical world, but we are also surrounded by an unseen spiritual world where a continual battle is being waged for control of our hearts and minds. 00:05:48 I used to think I had to do a lot more than I try to do now. There were so many things that I was sure I absolutely had to do that I wound up carrying too heavy a load. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:28:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/SlowDown.mp3 2010-06-21T16:28:05Z The Family International I used to think I had to do a lot more than I try to do now. There were so many things that I was sure I absolutely had to do that I wound up carrying too heavy a load. I used to think I had to do a lot more than I try to do now. There were so many things that I was sure I absolutely had to do that I wound up carrying too heavy a load. 00:03:14 Neither fear old age nor fight it, but take hold of this stage of life and make something beautiful out of it. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_The_Best_Time_of_Life.mp3 2009-08-18T08:01:02Z The Family International Neither fear old age nor fight it, but take hold of this stage of life and make something beautiful out of it. Neither fear old age nor fight it, but take hold of this stage of life and make something beautiful out of it. 00:02:11 Good communication with almost anyone depends on a few basic principles of people handling. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:32:44 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/13.Keys_of_Good_Commuinications.b.mp3 2010-01-11T11:32:44Z The Family International Good communication with almost anyone depends on a few basic principles of people handling. Good communication with almost anyone depends on a few basic principles of people handling. 00:04:56 "Come to Me," Jesus said, "all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/05.Come.m.mp3 2009-11-09T08:01:03Z The Family International "Come to Me," Jesus said, "all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. "Come to Me," Jesus said, "all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 00:05:56 A letter from Jesus about celebrating His birthday. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Birthday_Party.mp3 2011-12-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A letter from Jesus about celebrating His birthday. A letter from Jesus about celebrating His birthday. 00:06:10 Questioning and doubt can be stepping stones to a strong and mature Christian faith. Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Crisis_of_Faith.mp3 2012-11-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Questioning and doubt can be stepping stones to a strong and mature Christian faith. Questioning and doubt can be stepping stones to a strong and mature Christian faith. 00:02:38 It's not possible for you to change yourself, but it's possible for God to change you. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:01:06 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Chained_Eagle.mp3 2009-06-30T01:01:06Z The Family International It's not possible for you to change yourself, but it's possible for God to change you. It's not possible for you to change yourself, but it's possible for God to change you. 00:03:27 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Lower_Lights.mp3 2012-04-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International 00:03:27 The key to success with people. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LoveWithoutPartiality.mp3 2010-08-27T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International The key to success with people. The key to success with people. 00:05:51 A message from Jesus about addictions. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Help_is_Here.mp3 2011-09-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus about addictions. A message from Jesus about addictions. 00:07:48 God has given so many wonderful promises to hang on to, and they can shine like stars in your blackout Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Blackout.mp3 2011-07-15T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God has given so many wonderful promises to hang on to, and they can shine like stars in your blackout God has given so many wonderful promises to hang on to, and they can shine like stars in your blackout 00:06:19 A few basic principles for happy, productive relationships. Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Keys_to_Communication.mp3 2013-01-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A few basic principles for happy, productive relationships. A few basic principles for happy, productive relationships. 00:04:00 A message from Jesus about how to start the day off right. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Jumpstart.mp3 2011-09-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus about how to start the day off right. A message from Jesus about how to start the day off right. 00:01:44 Someone once wrote me with the question, "Is it right for medical science to play God?" Sun, 01 Aug 2010 08:01:32 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/PlayingGod.mp3 2010-08-01T08:01:32Z The Family International Someone once wrote me with the question, "Is it right for medical science to play God?" Someone once wrote me with the question, "Is it right for medical science to play God?" 00:04:27 Faith is not gained through scholarly analysis... It's for those who dare to take God at His word. Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Measure_of_Faith.mp3 2012-04-06T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Faith is not gained through scholarly analysis... It's for those who dare to take God at His word. Faith is not gained through scholarly analysis... It's for those who dare to take God at His word. 00:05:07 God rewards unselfishness. You never lose by giving. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Gain_by_Giving.mp3 2012-02-03T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God rewards unselfishness. You never lose by giving. God rewards unselfishness. You never lose by giving. 00:05:45 Just because something is the Lord's will for us does not automatically mean that everything concerning that situation is going to go just our way. Fri, 06 May 2011 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/SecretsOfSucess.mp3 2011-05-06T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Just because something is the Lord's will for us does not automatically mean that everything concerning that situation is going to go just our way. Just because something is the Lord's will for us does not automatically mean that everything concerning that situation is going to go just our way. 00:01:14 To enjoy good quality of life in years to come, you have to invest in your health today. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Quality_of_Life.mp3 2013-02-15T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International To enjoy good quality of life in years to come, you have to invest in your health today. To enjoy good quality of life in years to come, you have to invest in your health today. 00:06:57 Although peace has been the goal of mankind for thousands of years, and the desire for peace is never so great as it is as Christmas, it seems that our ability to find or establish peace continues to elude us. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Mountain Streams_Search for Peace.b.mp3 2009-12-21T08:01:04Z The Family International Although peace has been the goal of mankind for thousands of years, and the desire for peace is never so great as it is as Christmas, it seems that our ability to find or establish peace continues to elude us. Although peace has been the goal of mankind for thousands of years, and the desire for peace is never so great as it is as Christmas, it seems that our ability to find or establish peace continues to elude us. 00:04:09 Look to God to help you reach your full potential. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Got_Potential.mp3 2012-03-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Look to God to help you reach your full potential. Look to God to help you reach your full potential. 00:03:03 As we stand before the New Year, we don't know what's in store for us. But there's one thing we do know... Fri, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/New_Beginnings.mp3 2012-12-28T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International As we stand before the New Year, we don't know what's in store for us. But there's one thing we do know... As we stand before the New Year, we don't know what's in store for us. But there's one thing we do know... 00:07:07 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Christmas_Rush_or_Christmas_Reason.mp3 2011-12-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International 00:05:21 Benefits you gain through prayer. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/How_Prayer_Benefits_You.mp3 2012-11-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Benefits you gain through prayer. Benefits you gain through prayer. 00:05:25 Have you ever wondered if your prayers really make a difference? Fri, 21 Jan 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MorePower.mp3 2011-01-21T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Have you ever wondered if your prayers really make a difference? Have you ever wondered if your prayers really make a difference? 00:03:23 . Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Path_of_Life.mp3 2012-08-24T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:05:10 After you have asked God for something, take action. Act on your faith. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Put_God_on_the_Spot.mp3 2011-11-18T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International After you have asked God for something, take action. Act on your faith. After you have asked God for something, take action. Act on your faith. 00:04:51 Faith eliminates fear and tension. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Faith_Factor.mp3 2013-03-29T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Faith eliminates fear and tension. Faith eliminates fear and tension. 00:02:42 How often do we finally reach a state of peaceful contentment and then wish we could hang out a sign that says, "Do not disturb?" Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:50:46 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/EscapeStress.mp3 2010-06-14T16:50:46Z The Family International How often do we finally reach a state of peaceful contentment and then wish we could hang out a sign that says, "Do not disturb?" How often do we finally reach a state of peaceful contentment and then wish we could hang out a sign that says, "Do not disturb?" 00:02:54 A Bible study on Hebrews 12:1 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MounstainStreams_Run_the_Race.mp3 2009-07-07T01:01:04Z The Family International A Bible study on Hebrews 12:1 A Bible study on Hebrews 12:1 00:07:00 Have you ever wondered what happens when you die? Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Paradise.mp3 2011-04-15T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Have you ever wondered what happens when you die? Have you ever wondered what happens when you die? 00:04:16 Jesus always points out the good things. He never loses faith in us and He never stops loving us, even when we do make mistakes. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 06:59:43 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/12.MountainStreams_Negativity.mp3 2010-01-04T06:59:43Z The Family International Jesus always points out the good things. He never loses faith in us and He never stops loving us, even when we do make mistakes. Jesus always points out the good things. He never loses faith in us and He never stops loving us, even when we do make mistakes. 00:01:53 It's part of human nature to compare and be competitive, and for some it becomes a deeply ingrained habit. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 01:00:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Comparing.mp3 2010-02-08T01:00:05Z The Family International It's part of human nature to compare and be competitive, and for some it becomes a deeply ingrained habit. It's part of human nature to compare and be competitive, and for some it becomes a deeply ingrained habit. 00:08:54 God loves you! He is your kind and loving heavenly Father who personally loves you, His own dear child, and you are in His hands. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:44:23 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/WhyWorry.mp3 2010-02-23T04:44:23Z The Family International God loves you! He is your kind and loving heavenly Father who personally loves you, His own dear child, and you are in His hands. God loves you! He is your kind and loving heavenly Father who personally loves you, His own dear child, and you are in His hands. 00:05:33 Through Jesus Christ you too can have your prayers answered just as wonderfully. Hold on to His promises Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Fixed_Determination.mp3 2011-09-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Through Jesus Christ you too can have your prayers answered just as wonderfully. Hold on to His promises Through Jesus Christ you too can have your prayers answered just as wonderfully. Hold on to His promises 00:06:49 Most of the unpleasant things that happen to us are like bruises or minor scrapes to our spirits, but at some time or another most of us experience a deep wound or serious injury to our spirit. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:48:49 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/YouCanOvercome.mp3 2010-03-02T18:48:49Z The Family International Most of the unpleasant things that happen to us are like bruises or minor scrapes to our spirits, but at some time or another most of us experience a deep wound or serious injury to our spirit. Most of the unpleasant things that happen to us are like bruises or minor scrapes to our spirits, but at some time or another most of us experience a deep wound or serious injury to our spirit. 00:08:48 The Bible has a lot to say about our thoughts, and it makes an interesting study. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 01:00:49 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/ThotPower.mp3 2010-06-01T01:00:49Z The Family International The Bible has a lot to say about our thoughts, and it makes an interesting study. The Bible has a lot to say about our thoughts, and it makes an interesting study. 00:03:05 A Meditation on Psalm 91, adapted from David Brandt Berg by Ronan Keane. Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Secret_Place.mp3 2011-06-10T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A Meditation on Psalm 91, adapted from David Brandt Berg by Ronan Keane. A Meditation on Psalm 91, adapted from David Brandt Berg by Ronan Keane. 00:06:50 The New Year is a good time to stop and take stock of our personal lives. Fri, 31 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/GoodbyePast.mp3 2010-12-31T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International The New Year is a good time to stop and take stock of our personal lives. The New Year is a good time to stop and take stock of our personal lives. 00:02:06 Through His children, God is trying to show the world what He is like. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/06.Ambassadors_of_Love.mp3 2009-11-16T08:01:02Z The Family International Through His children, God is trying to show the world what He is like. Through His children, God is trying to show the world what He is like. 00:04:36 On the topic of personal and social values. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Good_or_Bad.mp3 2012-03-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International On the topic of personal and social values. On the topic of personal and social values. 00:04:49 "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever" (Hebrews 13:8). His life-changing power is the same as ever, and it's there for us. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:29:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/BeAPositivePerson.mp3 2010-07-22T17:29:04Z The Family International "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever" (Hebrews 13:8). His life-changing power is the same as ever, and it's there for us. "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever" (Hebrews 13:8). His life-changing power is the same as ever, and it's there for us. 00:07:18 For the Christian, every day is like Christmas. Fri, 10 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_The_Reason_For_It_All.mp3 2010-12-10T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International For the Christian, every day is like Christmas. For the Christian, every day is like Christmas. 00:06:33 Ask God to help you forgive and forget. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Give_it_All_to_Jesus.mp3 2012-02-17T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Ask God to help you forgive and forget. Ask God to help you forgive and forget. 00:05:04 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Forgetting_the_Past.mp3 2011-12-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International 00:03:15 . Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Gods_Timeless_Word.mp3 2012-09-21T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:03:54 There was once a rich landowner who decided to buy the entire village of Huddersfield... Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Huddersfield.mp3 2012-04-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International There was once a rich landowner who decided to buy the entire village of Huddersfield... There was once a rich landowner who decided to buy the entire village of Huddersfield... 00:01:32 When you're stuck in a situation that's not to your liking, you'll be amazed sometimes at what a little positiveness can do. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Circumstances.mp3 2009-08-31T08:01:02Z The Family International When you're stuck in a situation that's not to your liking, you'll be amazed sometimes at what a little positiveness can do. When you're stuck in a situation that's not to your liking, you'll be amazed sometimes at what a little positiveness can do. 00:01:33 God's love is all-powerful, but He won't force it on you. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:01:31 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/TheChoice.mp3 2010-07-13T08:01:31Z The Family International God's love is all-powerful, but He won't force it on you. God's love is all-powerful, but He won't force it on you. 00:02:45 Many normal natural things in life are seen positively by some people, but resented by others. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:38:11 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Rainbows.mp3 2010-06-07T05:38:11Z The Family International Many normal natural things in life are seen positively by some people, but resented by others. Many normal natural things in life are seen positively by some people, but resented by others. 00:06:06 Regardless of how we may happen to feel, if we love Jesus and are walking by faith and obeying His Word, then we know that our relationship with Him is still firm. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/FeelingClose_toJesus.mp3 2010-08-20T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Regardless of how we may happen to feel, if we love Jesus and are walking by faith and obeying His Word, then we know that our relationship with Him is still firm. Regardless of how we may happen to feel, if we love Jesus and are walking by faith and obeying His Word, then we know that our relationship with Him is still firm. 00:10:22 God created us with the need to love and be loved, and He alone can satisfy the deepest yearning of every human soul for total love and complete understanding. Sun, 09 May 2010 23:06:43 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/SourceOfTrueLove.mp3 2010-05-09T23:06:43Z The Family International God created us with the need to love and be loved, and He alone can satisfy the deepest yearning of every human soul for total love and complete understanding. God created us with the need to love and be loved, and He alone can satisfy the deepest yearning of every human soul for total love and complete understanding. 00:05:57 The Lord has shown you much love and mercy and patience, but you need to realize that He's not the only one trying to get your attention or direct your thoughts. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 08:01:07 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Your_Best_Protection.mp3 2010-04-26T08:01:07Z The Family International The Lord has shown you much love and mercy and patience, but you need to realize that He's not the only one trying to get your attention or direct your thoughts. The Lord has shown you much love and mercy and patience, but you need to realize that He's not the only one trying to get your attention or direct your thoughts. 00:10:18 When the world goes to pieces, the best place to be is in the charmed circle of God's protection. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/03.MountainStreams_The_Safest_Place.mp3 2009-10-26T08:01:03Z The Family International When the world goes to pieces, the best place to be is in the charmed circle of God's protection. When the world goes to pieces, the best place to be is in the charmed circle of God's protection. 00:05:10 Find personal encouragement from God during times of affliction. Fri, 22 Apr 2011 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/PersonalComfort.mp3 2011-04-22T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Find personal encouragement from God during times of affliction. Find personal encouragement from God during times of affliction. 00:02:44 A message from Jesus giving further insight into His life on earth. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Intimate_Details_of_my_Life.mp3 2011-09-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus giving further insight into His life on earth. A message from Jesus giving further insight into His life on earth. 00:07:22 If you stop to think about it, there's no limit to how useful your life can be. Mon, 03 May 2010 07:48:46 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/WhatOnePersonCanDo.mp3 2010-05-03T07:48:46Z The Family International If you stop to think about it, there's no limit to how useful your life can be. If you stop to think about it, there's no limit to how useful your life can be. 00:01:00 Tips on how can you maintain peace of mind in today's fast-paced world. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/GettingAhead.mp3 2010-09-03T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Tips on how can you maintain peace of mind in today's fast-paced world. Tips on how can you maintain peace of mind in today's fast-paced world. 00:06:42 It's a genuine stillness of spirit that brings about the greatest clarity of thought, and it is in that stillness that we come to know God's will and plan. Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Be_Still.mp3 2011-06-17T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International It's a genuine stillness of spirit that brings about the greatest clarity of thought, and it is in that stillness that we come to know God's will and plan. It's a genuine stillness of spirit that brings about the greatest clarity of thought, and it is in that stillness that we come to know God's will and plan. 00:06:56 When we realize what good care God takes of all His creation, you know He'll take good care of you too. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:01:07 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Gods_space.mp3 2009-06-30T01:01:07Z The Family International When we realize what good care God takes of all His creation, you know He'll take good care of you too. When we realize what good care God takes of all His creation, you know He'll take good care of you too. 00:04:04 It's not enough that Christ was born in Bethlehem... He must be born within your heart. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_True_Christmas.mp3 2011-12-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International It's not enough that Christ was born in Bethlehem... He must be born within your heart. It's not enough that Christ was born in Bethlehem... He must be born within your heart. 00:03:42 What is the true meaning of Christmas? Fri, 24 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/FindingThePurpose_Christmas.mp3 2010-12-24T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International What is the true meaning of Christmas? What is the true meaning of Christmas? 00:01:32 Death and life are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21). Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Tongue.mp3 2012-03-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Death and life are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21). Death and life are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21). 00:06:25 What the soul is to the body, Christians are to the world. Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Christian_Profile.mp3 2013-03-15T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International What the soul is to the body, Christians are to the world. What the soul is to the body, Christians are to the world. 00:02:57 It's human nature to want to be thought attractive, but true beauty is not only about physical appearance. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Beautiful You.mp3 2009-08-24T08:01:02Z The Family International It's human nature to want to be thought attractive, but true beauty is not only about physical appearance. It's human nature to want to be thought attractive, but true beauty is not only about physical appearance. 00:06:05 If you learn the simple equation "trials equal good," your life will be richer, life's lessons profounder, and your mind more tranquil. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/14.Blessings_from_Battles.m.mp3 2010-01-18T08:01:04Z The Family International If you learn the simple equation "trials equal good," your life will be richer, life's lessons profounder, and your mind more tranquil. If you learn the simple equation "trials equal good," your life will be richer, life's lessons profounder, and your mind more tranquil. 00:02:13 God is faithful. Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/God_Doesnt_Change.mp3 2012-07-06T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God is faithful. God is faithful. 00:01:43 God's perspective on mid-life crisis. Fri, 14 Jan 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MidlifeCrisis.mp3 2011-01-14T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International God's perspective on mid-life crisis. God's perspective on mid-life crisis. 00:08:12 Practical advice on how to put yourself in the best position to receive God's financial blessings. Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/5_Pillars_of_Financial_Success.mp3 2012-10-05T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Practical advice on how to put yourself in the best position to receive God's financial blessings. Practical advice on how to put yourself in the best position to receive God's financial blessings. 00:04:48 Show genuine love and concern for people, and you won't have a hard time winning friends. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/OutgoingLove.mp3 2011-04-01T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Show genuine love and concern for people, and you won't have a hard time winning friends. Show genuine love and concern for people, and you won't have a hard time winning friends. 00:03:37 What Your Resurrection Will be Like Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:01:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_We_Shall_be_Changed.mp3 2009-07-13T01:01:05Z The Family International What Your Resurrection Will be Like What Your Resurrection Will be Like 00:07:17 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Streams_That_Never_Run_Dry.mp3 2012-06-01T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International 00:10:30 Beaten paths are for beaten men, but mountain peaks are for mighty pioneers. Fri, 04 Feb 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Mountain_Men.mp3 2011-02-04T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Beaten paths are for beaten men, but mountain peaks are for mighty pioneers. Beaten paths are for beaten men, but mountain peaks are for mighty pioneers. 00:24:47 "The Bible was not given to increase our knowledge, but to change our lives." - D. L. Moody Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/01.12_Tips.k.mp3 2009-10-12T08:01:03Z The Family International "The Bible was not given to increase our knowledge, but to change our lives." - D. L. Moody "The Bible was not given to increase our knowledge, but to change our lives." - D. L. Moody 00:07:22 Event after event has left the world questioning, "Why all the pain and strife? Why the slaughter of the innocents? Why troubles and sorrows?" Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:23:44 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/ThePrinceOfPeace.mp3 2010-04-04T15:23:44Z The Family International Event after event has left the world questioning, "Why all the pain and strife? Why the slaughter of the innocents? Why troubles and sorrows?" Event after event has left the world questioning, "Why all the pain and strife? Why the slaughter of the innocents? Why troubles and sorrows?" 00:05:52 When you look back on the past, count your blessings. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Waiting_for_the_Happy_Ending.mp3 2012-09-07T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International When you look back on the past, count your blessings. When you look back on the past, count your blessings. 00:02:26 Appreciation is a human need. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:19:06 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/11.Appreciation.m.mp3 2009-12-29T20:19:06Z The Family International Appreciation is a human need. Appreciation is a human need. 00:03:09 A message from Jesus about His unending love and care for you. Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Two_Voices.mp3 2011-11-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus about His unending love and care for you. A message from Jesus about His unending love and care for you. 00:05:27 . Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Preserving_the_Landmarks.mp3 2012-09-28T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:01:49 From a letter to the parents of five teenagers who were killed in a traffic accident. Fri, 24 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/HeavensHealingBalm.mp3 2010-09-24T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International From a letter to the parents of five teenagers who were killed in a traffic accident. From a letter to the parents of five teenagers who were killed in a traffic accident. 00:08:30 Staying healthy doesn't happen automatically; it takes both conscious and physical effort. Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/HealthyLiving.mp3 2010-09-17T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Staying healthy doesn't happen automatically; it takes both conscious and physical effort. Staying healthy doesn't happen automatically; it takes both conscious and physical effort. 00:08:24 The Lord is a wise investor. He gives the most to those who are thankful for the blessings He's already given them. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/02.Be_Thankful.c.mp3 2009-10-19T08:01:03Z The Family International The Lord is a wise investor. He gives the most to those who are thankful for the blessings He's already given them. The Lord is a wise investor. He gives the most to those who are thankful for the blessings He's already given them. 00:01:01 May we be like trees, firmly planted in God. Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Trees.mp3 2012-08-31T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International May we be like trees, firmly planted in God. May we be like trees, firmly planted in God. 00:02:12 10 keys to inner calm Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Peace_Plan.mp3 2013-01-25T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International 10 keys to inner calm 10 keys to inner calm 00:09:35 Fasten your seat belt! We are about to leave the drab and restrictive domain of the Flatlander and delve into the thrilling realm of the spirit world! Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:01:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Flatlanders.mp3 2010-01-25T08:01:05Z The Family International Fasten your seat belt! We are about to leave the drab and restrictive domain of the Flatlander and delve into the thrilling realm of the spirit world! Fasten your seat belt! We are about to leave the drab and restrictive domain of the Flatlander and delve into the thrilling realm of the spirit world! 00:10:29 If you think the Bible is dry and uninteresting, maybe you just need to meet its Author. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Mountain Streams_Meet the Author.mp3 2009-09-28T08:01:03Z The Family International If you think the Bible is dry and uninteresting, maybe you just need to meet its Author. If you think the Bible is dry and uninteresting, maybe you just need to meet its Author. 00:02:03 Prayer makes available the power of God that can take all the strain out of life. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Rest_and_Repose.mp3 2011-12-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Prayer makes available the power of God that can take all the strain out of life. Prayer makes available the power of God that can take all the strain out of life. 00:05:21 Everything that Jesus said on the cross was a different expression of His love. His Words spoken then still move people today. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:01:08 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/WhatJesusSaid.mp3 2010-03-15T08:01:08Z The Family International Everything that Jesus said on the cross was a different expression of His love. His Words spoken then still move people today. Everything that Jesus said on the cross was a different expression of His love. His Words spoken then still move people today. 00:08:08 Two time-tested steps for shedding stress. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Pressured.mp3 2011-04-29T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Two time-tested steps for shedding stress. Two time-tested steps for shedding stress. 00:07:03 It's very often people who are not particularly gifted, nor highly trained, nor learned in man's wisdom that God is able to do the most with. Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Strength_From_Weakness.mp3 2012-05-18T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International It's very often people who are not particularly gifted, nor highly trained, nor learned in man's wisdom that God is able to do the most with. It's very often people who are not particularly gifted, nor highly trained, nor learned in man's wisdom that God is able to do the most with. 00:06:21 . Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Be_Happy.mp3 2012-10-19T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:04:01 A Persian fable with a lesson about spending time with God. Fri, 19 Nov 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LivingWithTheRose.mp3 2010-11-19T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International A Persian fable with a lesson about spending time with God. A Persian fable with a lesson about spending time with God. 00:05:51 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Gods_Health_Plan.mp3 2012-11-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International 00:01:34 As followers of Jesus we need to consider the needs of others. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Self-Preservation.mp3 2012-08-10T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International As followers of Jesus we need to consider the needs of others. As followers of Jesus we need to consider the needs of others. 00:05:42 Jesus wants to be your personal Shepherd (Psalm 23). Fri, 15 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Jesus_Speaks.mp3 2010-10-15T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Jesus wants to be your personal Shepherd (Psalm 23). Jesus wants to be your personal Shepherd (Psalm 23). 00:01:12 If you think the Bible is dry and uninteresting, maybe you just need to meet its Author. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/09.MountainStreams_Meet_the_Author.mp3 2009-12-07T08:01:04Z The Family International If you think the Bible is dry and uninteresting, maybe you just need to meet its Author. If you think the Bible is dry and uninteresting, maybe you just need to meet its Author. 00:02:03 Thank You, dear Jesus, that You're the greatest problem solver. Fri, 08 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Jesus_ProblemSolver.mp3 2010-10-08T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Thank You, dear Jesus, that You're the greatest problem solver. Thank You, dear Jesus, that You're the greatest problem solver. 00:02:02 He wants to be with you always, through every disappointment and every hardship. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/PrinceOfPeace.mp3 2011-03-11T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International He wants to be with you always, through every disappointment and every hardship. He wants to be with you always, through every disappointment and every hardship. 00:02:04 God allows disappointing incidents and circumstances in order to strengthen us. Fri, 04 Mar 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Reacting_to_the_tests_of_life_.mp3 2011-03-04T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International God allows disappointing incidents and circumstances in order to strengthen us. God allows disappointing incidents and circumstances in order to strengthen us. 00:02:02 Being a Christian means doing what we can to be like Jesus. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Be_Like_Jesus.mp3 2012-10-26T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Being a Christian means doing what we can to be like Jesus. Being a Christian means doing what we can to be like Jesus. 00:02:45 If you've been hurt, Jesus wants to help you, and He will. But you must set things in motion. You must forgive. Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Forgiveness.mp3 2011-09-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International If you've been hurt, Jesus wants to help you, and He will. But you must set things in motion. You must forgive. If you've been hurt, Jesus wants to help you, and He will. But you must set things in motion. You must forgive. 00:03:42 Marriage wasn't meant to be so complicated or difficult that only a few could do it successfully. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:44:50 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Qualities_of_a_good_marriage.mp3 2010-02-15T15:44:50Z The Family International Marriage wasn't meant to be so complicated or difficult that only a few could do it successfully. Marriage wasn't meant to be so complicated or difficult that only a few could do it successfully. 00:05:59 A retelling of Luke 8:43-48 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Touching_Jesus.mp3 2011-07-08T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A retelling of Luke 8:43-48 A retelling of Luke 8:43-48 00:03:22 There is no place where the mind can be as fully renewed as in the secret place of prayer, alone with God. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Renewing_Your_Mind.mp3 2011-11-25T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International There is no place where the mind can be as fully renewed as in the secret place of prayer, alone with God. There is no place where the mind can be as fully renewed as in the secret place of prayer, alone with God. 00:03:34 Consistently thinking of others and trying to help meet their needs, especially when that involves personal sacrifice, is a tall order! Fri, 22 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LoveBeyond.mp3 2010-10-22T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Consistently thinking of others and trying to help meet their needs, especially when that involves personal sacrifice, is a tall order! Consistently thinking of others and trying to help meet their needs, especially when that involves personal sacrifice, is a tall order! 00:07:47 The mind is the great battlefield where relentless spiritual war is waged--the war for the control of people's thoughts and, through their thoughts, their actions. Mon, 24 May 2010 08:01:10 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/BattlefieldOfMind.mp3 2010-05-24T08:01:10Z The Family International The mind is the great battlefield where relentless spiritual war is waged--the war for the control of people's thoughts and, through their thoughts, their actions. The mind is the great battlefield where relentless spiritual war is waged--the war for the control of people's thoughts and, through their thoughts, their actions. 00:04:46 Gifts that we can give to Jesus on His birthday. Fri, 17 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/JesusWishList.mp3 2010-12-17T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Gifts that we can give to Jesus on His birthday. Gifts that we can give to Jesus on His birthday. 00:05:57 Our spiritual life can be divided into three principal spheres: praise, prayer, and performance. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Three_Spheres_of_Spiritual_Life.mp3 2009-09-07T08:01:04Z The Family International Our spiritual life can be divided into three principal spheres: praise, prayer, and performance. Our spiritual life can be divided into three principal spheres: praise, prayer, and performance. 00:07:10 Resting in Jesus: the ultimate time saver. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Take_a_Load_Off.mp3 2013-03-08T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Resting in Jesus: the ultimate time saver. Resting in Jesus: the ultimate time saver. 00:04:28 It's wonderful when the sunset of a life can be as beautiful as the sunsets of God's creation, when we pass over to the next life as quietly and as gracefully as the day comes to a close. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Sunrise_Sunset.mp3 2009-08-10T08:01:02Z The Family International It's wonderful when the sunset of a life can be as beautiful as the sunsets of God's creation, when we pass over to the next life as quietly and as gracefully as the day comes to a close. It's wonderful when the sunset of a life can be as beautiful as the sunsets of God's creation, when we pass over to the next life as quietly and as gracefully as the day comes to a close. 00:04:29 Compilation of quotes on the topic of faith and God's word. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Faith-Word_Connection.mp3 2012-09-14T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Compilation of quotes on the topic of faith and God's word. Compilation of quotes on the topic of faith and God's word. 00:03:38 The Lord leaves a lot up to us and our concern and prayer. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Prayer_Power.mp3 2013-02-01T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The Lord leaves a lot up to us and our concern and prayer. The Lord leaves a lot up to us and our concern and prayer. 00:05:42 A calculated risk can become the gateway to success. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/High_Risk_High_Reward.mp3 2012-07-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A calculated risk can become the gateway to success. A calculated risk can become the gateway to success. 00:04:00 When you first wake up, before you do anything, talk to Jesus. Get your orders from Him for the day... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 08:01:01 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Start_Your_Day_Off_Right.mp3 2009-07-27T08:01:01Z The Family International When you first wake up, before you do anything, talk to Jesus. Get your orders from Him for the day... When you first wake up, before you do anything, talk to Jesus. Get your orders from Him for the day... 00:01:42 What is the greatest weakness in most families? According to Dr. James H. Bossard, ...it is the way parents talk in front of their children. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/How_To_Have_A_Happier_Home.mp3 2011-10-07T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International What is the greatest weakness in most families? According to Dr. James H. Bossard, ...it is the way parents talk in front of their children. What is the greatest weakness in most families? According to Dr. James H. Bossard, ...it is the way parents talk in front of their children. 00:05:49 So many today are short-sighted when they make their choices. They're blind to the reward that could have been theirs had they chosen the more difficult path. Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Choice.mp3 2012-05-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International So many today are short-sighted when they make their choices. They're blind to the reward that could have been theirs had they chosen the more difficult path. So many today are short-sighted when they make their choices. They're blind to the reward that could have been theirs had they chosen the more difficult path. 00:05:38 People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Paradoxical_Commandments.mp3 2013-01-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. 00:01:39 Forget trying to figure out God! Just accept His love by faith. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:01:41 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Understanding_God.mp3 2009-08-04T01:01:41Z The Family International Forget trying to figure out God! Just accept His love by faith. Forget trying to figure out God! Just accept His love by faith. 00:03:34 God has given us some amazing promises in His Word. These promises are for real. Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_God_Factor.mp3 2012-05-25T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God has given us some amazing promises in His Word. These promises are for real. God has given us some amazing promises in His Word. These promises are for real. 00:03:02 Our lives involve all sorts of relationships. In fact, relating to people is largely what life is about. Fri, 11 Feb 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_New_Worlds_to_Discover.mp3 2011-02-11T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Our lives involve all sorts of relationships. In fact, relating to people is largely what life is about. Our lives involve all sorts of relationships. In fact, relating to people is largely what life is about. 00:03:50 Each difficulty can become a stepping stone to lead us to higher ground. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Stepping_Stones.mp3 2013-02-22T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Each difficulty can become a stepping stone to lead us to higher ground. Each difficulty can become a stepping stone to lead us to higher ground. 00:04:14 The power of God hasn't changed... Whenever that power is met by the faith of some sincere believer, you can expect to see a miracle. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Finding_Faith_for_Miracles.mp3 2011-08-26T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The power of God hasn't changed... Whenever that power is met by the faith of some sincere believer, you can expect to see a miracle. The power of God hasn't changed... Whenever that power is met by the faith of some sincere believer, you can expect to see a miracle. 00:05:50 Start developing a good habit by taking the first step, however small, in the right direction. Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Building_Habits.mp3 2012-06-22T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Start developing a good habit by taking the first step, however small, in the right direction. Start developing a good habit by taking the first step, however small, in the right direction. 00:01:27 True happiness is not something from the outside that you can pour into the heart, but rather it springs up from within the heart. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Road_To_Happiness.mp3 2012-03-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International True happiness is not something from the outside that you can pour into the heart, but rather it springs up from within the heart. True happiness is not something from the outside that you can pour into the heart, but rather it springs up from within the heart. 00:07:41 Are the things that really matter in the proper perspective in your life? Do you have a sense of values? Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/A_Sense_of_Values.mp3 2011-05-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Are the things that really matter in the proper perspective in your life? Do you have a sense of values? Are the things that really matter in the proper perspective in your life? Do you have a sense of values? 00:05:31 Practical tips to avoid stress. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Stressed.mp3 2013-03-01T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Practical tips to avoid stress. Practical tips to avoid stress. 00:04:07 There is a saying about health: "You are what you eat," physically. That's just as true of our spirits. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:43:30 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/ToYourHealth.mp3 2010-03-22T15:43:30Z The Family International There is a saying about health: "You are what you eat," physically. That's just as true of our spirits. There is a saying about health: "You are what you eat," physically. That's just as true of our spirits. 00:01:30 Take stock and set goals. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:59:18 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/07.8_How-Tos.b.mp3 2009-11-23T05:59:18Z The Family International Take stock and set goals. Take stock and set goals. 00:04:11 You can hear from God. Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Thoughts_on_Hearing_from_God.mp3 2012-06-08T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International You can hear from God. You can hear from God. 00:01:14 God is big enough, great enough to fill any soul. He is complete companionship, ideal and perfect friendship. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Loneliness_and_the_Cure.mp3 2011-11-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God is big enough, great enough to fill any soul. He is complete companionship, ideal and perfect friendship. God is big enough, great enough to fill any soul. He is complete companionship, ideal and perfect friendship. 00:06:21 Eleven tried-and-proven principles that can help you reach your goals. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Strategies_for_Success.mp3 2012-01-06T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Eleven tried-and-proven principles that can help you reach your goals. Eleven tried-and-proven principles that can help you reach your goals. 00:06:43 Life can be likened to planting a garden. Fri, 03 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Of_Orchards_and_Gardens.mp3 2012-08-03T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Life can be likened to planting a garden. Life can be likened to planting a garden. 00:08:02 A newlywed couple is taking a weekend off to celebrate the husband's birthday. They have looked forward to this for months. It's their first vacation together since their honeymoon. The wife wants it to be perfect. Mon, 17 May 2010 16:27:53 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/BirthdayGetaway.mp3 2010-05-17T16:27:53Z The Family International A newlywed couple is taking a weekend off to celebrate the husband's birthday. They have looked forward to this for months. It's their first vacation together since their honeymoon. The wife wants it to be perfect. A newlywed couple is taking a weekend off to celebrate the husband's birthday. They have looked forward to this for months. It's their first vacation together since their honeymoon. The wife wants it to be perfect. 00:01:48 Sitting silently with God Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Silence.mp3 2011-05-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Sitting silently with God Sitting silently with God 00:01:05 Our work for God is our "reasonable service." Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Perspective_Adjustment.mp3 2012-05-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Our work for God is our "reasonable service." Our work for God is our "reasonable service." 00:03:08 A message from Jesus about times of decision. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Crossroads.mp3 2011-08-19T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus about times of decision. A message from Jesus about times of decision. 00:03:05 The wisest and soundest approach to decision making is a three step process. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/10.God_in_Decision.b.mp3 2009-12-14T08:01:04Z The Family International The wisest and soundest approach to decision making is a three step process. The wisest and soundest approach to decision making is a three step process. 00:06:35 How did the universe and all that is in it come into existence? Fri, 01 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/ItsWhatYouChoose.mp3 2010-10-01T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International How did the universe and all that is in it come into existence? How did the universe and all that is in it come into existence? 00:11:54 If you're seeking to make a change in your life, here are 9 important steps. Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Nine_How-Tos_of_Change.mp3 2012-07-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International If you're seeking to make a change in your life, here are 9 important steps. If you're seeking to make a change in your life, here are 9 important steps. 00:03:07 A Christmas message. Fri, 03 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/OccasionToLove.mp3 2010-12-03T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International A Christmas message. A Christmas message. 00:05:04 Judging or labeling people works against the inclusiveness and spirit of love that should be the hallmarks of our lives as Christians. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Who_Can_Judge.mp3 2013-04-12T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Judging or labeling people works against the inclusiveness and spirit of love that should be the hallmarks of our lives as Christians. Judging or labeling people works against the inclusiveness and spirit of love that should be the hallmarks of our lives as Christians. 00:05:20 You'll never walk alone if you have Jesus in your heart and your hand in His. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Never_Alone.mp3 2009-07-22T01:01:04Z The Family International You'll never walk alone if you have Jesus in your heart and your hand in His. You'll never walk alone if you have Jesus in your heart and your hand in His. 00:01:20 No matter what obstacles you face in life, there is a way to live above them. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Wings_Out_of_Weights.mp3 2012-01-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International No matter what obstacles you face in life, there is a way to live above them. No matter what obstacles you face in life, there is a way to live above them. 00:01:29 Tips for combatting negative thinking. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Positive_Programming.mp3 2011-10-14T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Tips for combatting negative thinking. Tips for combatting negative thinking. 00:06:53 So many wonderful things are promised you in the Bible--forgiveness of sin, joy, peace, eternal life--that I couldn't begin to list them all! Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Beginning_Again.mp3 2011-07-01T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International So many wonderful things are promised you in the Bible--forgiveness of sin, joy, peace, eternal life--that I couldn't begin to list them all! So many wonderful things are promised you in the Bible--forgiveness of sin, joy, peace, eternal life--that I couldn't begin to list them all! 00:06:00 When talking about equal opportunity or equal rights for men and women, the real question that is often on our minds, whether we readily admit it or not, is, "Who is in charge?" Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/08.Gender_Equality.m.mp3 2009-11-30T08:01:03Z The Family International When talking about equal opportunity or equal rights for men and women, the real question that is often on our minds, whether we readily admit it or not, is, "Who is in charge?" When talking about equal opportunity or equal rights for men and women, the real question that is often on our minds, whether we readily admit it or not, is, "Who is in charge?" 00:06:49 Tips for overcoming vices. Fri, 08 Apr 2011 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/OvercomingVices.mp3 2011-04-08T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Tips for overcoming vices. Tips for overcoming vices. 00:08:55 A message from Jesus about the importance of taking time with Him. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_Mountain_Lodge.mp3 2011-10-28T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus about the importance of taking time with Him. A message from Jesus about the importance of taking time with Him. 00:06:29 "Through love serve one another." (Galatians 5:13) Fri, 18 Feb 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/ServeOneAnother.mp3 2011-02-18T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International "Through love serve one another." (Galatians 5:13) "Through love serve one another." (Galatians 5:13) 00:04:12 Will you stand up for your convictions, or go along with the crowd? The Christian life is a transformed life, not a conformed life! Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Conformity_Or_Conviction.mp3 2011-08-12T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Will you stand up for your convictions, or go along with the crowd? The Christian life is a transformed life, not a conformed life! Will you stand up for your convictions, or go along with the crowd? The Christian life is a transformed life, not a conformed life! 00:06:46 Compilation of quotes on the topic of seeing the good in others. Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Finding_the_Best_in_Others.mp3 2012-11-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Compilation of quotes on the topic of seeing the good in others. Compilation of quotes on the topic of seeing the good in others. 00:02:20 The same food can taste quite different, depending on how it is prepared. Fri, 07 Jan 2011 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LovingPresentation.mp3 2011-01-07T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International The same food can taste quite different, depending on how it is prepared. The same food can taste quite different, depending on how it is prepared. 00:03:04 The battles of life are first fought on the battleground of the mind, and the issues of life are determined there. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Thoughts.mp3 2012-02-24T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The battles of life are first fought on the battleground of the mind, and the issues of life are determined there. The battles of life are first fought on the battleground of the mind, and the issues of life are determined there. 00:07:36 Everything we do comes back to us, sometime, somewhere. God's Word says, "Whatever a man sows, that he will also reap." Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Boomerang.mp3 2011-07-29T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Everything we do comes back to us, sometime, somewhere. God's Word says, "Whatever a man sows, that he will also reap." Everything we do comes back to us, sometime, somewhere. God's Word says, "Whatever a man sows, that he will also reap." 00:05:24 The divine, supernatural, miraculous, infinite, marvelous love of God is love enough to forgive! Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Mountain Streams_Love Enough to Forgive.mp3 2009-09-21T08:01:02Z The Family International The divine, supernatural, miraculous, infinite, marvelous love of God is love enough to forgive! The divine, supernatural, miraculous, infinite, marvelous love of God is love enough to forgive! 00:02:15 Our salvation is a gift from God, but it cost Jesus dearly. Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:01:40 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Perfect_Love.mp3 2010-08-07T08:01:40Z The Family International Our salvation is a gift from God, but it cost Jesus dearly. Our salvation is a gift from God, but it cost Jesus dearly. 00:01:47 God wants to help you change for the better. Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/The_I-ness_of_Shy-ness.mp3 2012-08-17T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International God wants to help you change for the better. God wants to help you change for the better. 00:07:29 I went through a period a few years ago when I threw myself into my work like never before. Fri, 29 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/LessonsOfLove.mp3 2010-10-29T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International I went through a period a few years ago when I threw myself into my work like never before. I went through a period a few years ago when I threw myself into my work like never before. 00:05:28 The importance of spending time with Jesus. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/More_Like_the_Master.mp3 2012-04-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The importance of spending time with Jesus. The importance of spending time with Jesus. 00:08:31 . Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Falling_Upward.mp3 2012-06-29T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:05:19 Questions you can ask yourself when it seems your prayers go unanswered. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/When_it_Seems_God_Isnt_Answering.mp3 2013-04-05T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Questions you can ask yourself when it seems your prayers go unanswered. Questions you can ask yourself when it seems your prayers go unanswered. 00:05:03 The Word of the Almighty God cannot fail; you can depend upon it. Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Its_So_Because_God_Said_So.mp3 2011-10-21T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The Word of the Almighty God cannot fail; you can depend upon it. The Word of the Almighty God cannot fail; you can depend upon it. 00:07:13 A message from Jesus about connecting with Him. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Connected.mp3 2011-08-05T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A message from Jesus about connecting with Him. A message from Jesus about connecting with Him. 00:04:24 There's no conclusive evidence of evolution having happened. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Mountain Streams_Wheres the Proof.mp3 2009-10-05T08:01:02Z The Family International There's no conclusive evidence of evolution having happened. There's no conclusive evidence of evolution having happened. 00:01:34 People thrive on praise. Any wise parent or boss will tell you that. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:07:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/MountainStreams_Commendation.mp3 2009-09-14T18:07:03Z The Family International People thrive on praise. Any wise parent or boss will tell you that. People thrive on praise. Any wise parent or boss will tell you that. 00:06:53 . Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Wings_from_Weights.mp3 2013-04-19T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International . . 00:02:23 When you're talking to people and you're not sure that you understand what they're trying to tell you or how they really feel about the matter you're discussing, you should ask them. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 15:27:39 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/GoodCommunications.mp3 2010-07-05T15:27:39Z The Family International When you're talking to people and you're not sure that you understand what they're trying to tell you or how they really feel about the matter you're discussing, you should ask them. When you're talking to people and you're not sure that you understand what they're trying to tell you or how they really feel about the matter you're discussing, you should ask them. 00:05:05 It takes awhile for prayer to become a habit, but it's a habit that's worth cultivating. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/04.7_Keys.k.mp3 2009-11-02T08:01:03Z The Family International It takes awhile for prayer to become a habit, but it's a habit that's worth cultivating. It takes awhile for prayer to become a habit, but it's a habit that's worth cultivating. 00:03:03 When people suffer a natural disaster is God judging them for their sins? Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/God_Sees_the_Individual.mp3 2012-11-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International When people suffer a natural disaster is God judging them for their sins? When people suffer a natural disaster is God judging them for their sins? 00:02:31 Retelling of the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10). Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Treasures_in_Heaven.mp3 2011-07-22T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Retelling of the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10). Retelling of the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10). 00:06:03 Some years ago when I worked with two secretaries, Laura and Anne, we discovered together an important lesson in human relationships. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Love_MostImptThing.mp3 2010-09-10T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Some years ago when I worked with two secretaries, Laura and Anne, we discovered together an important lesson in human relationships. Some years ago when I worked with two secretaries, Laura and Anne, we discovered together an important lesson in human relationships. 00:06:08 When talking about equal opportunity or equal rights for men and women, the real question that is often on our minds, whether we readily admit it or not, is, "Who is in charge?" Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:01:06 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/GenderEquality.mp3 2010-06-29T08:01:06Z The Family International When talking about equal opportunity or equal rights for men and women, the real question that is often on our minds, whether we readily admit it or not, is, "Who is in charge?" When talking about equal opportunity or equal rights for men and women, the real question that is often on our minds, whether we readily admit it or not, is, "Who is in charge?" 00:06:41 Choose to be a change proponent. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_refresh_refocus/Progress_Can_Get_Messy.mp3 2013-02-08T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Choose to be a change proponent. Choose to be a change proponent. 00:02:40 2001-12-09T00:00:00Z The Family International podcasts@thefamily.org The Family International Become more than you are, or have ever been! Grow in spirit! These wise words will show you how. Short articles taken from the writings of David Berg and Maria Fontaine on a variety of topics that will leave you feeling refreshed and renewed and refocused on life's true priorities and give you the insight that you need to lead a happier and well-balanced spiritual life. Taken from the Activated magazine (www.activated.org). [Published weekly; averaged length 2-6 min.]