Real Answers - Family Life News
Real Answers - Family Life News

Real Answers - Family Life News

A special news feature from Family Life offering candid conversations about some of the issues facing families today. 

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Real Answers: "Taking Control of Your Possessions So They Don't Control You" - 12/10/25

Real Answers: "Taking Control of Your Possessions So They Don't Control You" - 12/10/25

With Chritmas often comes an ever-growing collection of nostalgic items that can easily overrun a house and take control.

On this episode of "Real Answers," licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson giftwraps some practical advice to keep things from getting out of hand.  

Real Answers: "Churches Sharing Resources in Rural Areas" - 11/26/25

Real Answers: "Churches Sharing Resources in Rural Areas" - 11/26/25

In this episode of "Real Answers," licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson discusses the wisdom of churches in underserved areas not viewing each other as rivals, but instead pooling their resources to better provide for the spiritual needs of their congregations.

Real Answers: "Avoiding Holiday Stress" - 11/12/25

Real Answers: "Avoiding Holiday Stress" - 11/12/25

In this edition of Real Answers, licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson helps you get a jump on avoiding stress during the upcoming holiday season through a combination of planning and proper priorities..

Real Answers: "Reacting to Hurricane Melissa Striking Jamaica" - 10/29/2025

Real Answers: "Reacting to Hurricane Melissa Striking Jamaica" - 10/29/2025

In this edition of "Real Answers," licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson relates his personal experience living in Jamaica doing missionary work, and shares advice on how American Christians should approach helping storm victims, even in what is increasingly an "America First" environment.

Real Answers: "The Charlie Kirk Aftermath - Part 2" - 10/15/2025

Real Answers: "The Charlie Kirk Aftermath - Part 2" - 10/15/2025

In Part 2 of a special two-part "Real Answers," licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson continues an in-depth look at the aftermath of the assassination of prominent conservative Christian voice Charlie Kirk - focusing here on the unique evangelistic opportunity this powerful American "cultural moment" has unleashed...and how Christians should be prepared for it.

Real Answers: "The Charlie Kirk Aftermath - Part 1" - 09/24/2025

Real Answers: "The Charlie Kirk Aftermath - Part 1" - 09/24/2025

With a terrible tragedy comes a tremendous opportunity.

In Part 1 of a special two-part "Real Answers," licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson unpacks the tragedy - the assassination of prominent conservative Christian voice Charlie Kirk - and the unique evangelistic opportunity this powerful American "cultural moment" has unleashed.

Real Answers: "Dealing with Grief" - 09/10/2025

Real Answers: "Dealing with Grief" - 09/10/2025

As believers, how are we supposed to cope with the grief of unexpected loss?

That's the challenging topic on this edition of “Real Answers” with licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson.

He provides insights and practical Biblical advice for those who are grieving, as well as those who want to best help them.

 

Real Answers: "Mental & Spiritual Health" - 08/27/2025

Real Answers: "Mental & Spiritual Health" - 08/27/2025

In this "Best of" re-broadcast of a Real Answers program which originally aired December 4th, 2024, licensed counselor Christopher Anderson explores the crucial links between our mental and spiritual health, and offers sound biblical counsel on maintaining proper balance.

Real Answers: "College Bound" - 08/13/25

Real Answers: "College Bound" - 08/13/25

For many families, August brings an exciting, but frightening new chapter to their lives - sending teens off to college for the first time.

In this edition of "Real Answers," licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson offers sound, biblical advice on preparing students for what a secular campus environment will throw at them.

Real Answers: "Failure to Launch - Part 2" - 07/30/2025

Real Answers: "Failure to Launch - Part 2" - 07/30/2025

A growing number of children are linging on at home into young adulthood, and in many instances, it's not a healthy situation for them, or their parents.

In the conclusion of a two-part program, licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson further explores some of the reasons behind the trend, and offers practical ways for parents and adult kids to get things moving in the right direction.