Resources Page
There are many Biblically based resources available to help us grow in our faith and walk with Christ. We love to share trusted resources with you to help you to know, grow and overflow in your love for Christ.
Youth
Join our presenters Ed Drew and Amy Smith as they chat with experts, fellow parents, leaders and friends about the joys and challenges of family life. Be prepared for extreme honesty, laughter and tears in this safe space for parents. Each podcast is just 30 minutes long and available on all the usual streams including Spotify, Apple Podcast and Google Podcast.
Crossway Podcast by Paul Tripp on What your Teenager Needs Most (Paul Tripp)
Breaking Social Media’s Grip on Teens article by The Gospel Coalition
Series by rooted: Why Teenagers Compulsively Use Social Media
To Be Able to Measure Their Worth – by Scott Douglas
To Live in a Fantasy World of No Consequences – by Christopher Esposito-Bernard
To Hide From Reality – by Rachel Cohen
To Craft Their Own Identity – by Luke Banner
To Feel Connected Without Risk and Vulnerability – by Christopher Talbot
To Be Known and Loved – by Brian Cosby
5 Questions You Must Ask Your Kids – Paul Tripp
The Hub YouTube
Plan your 2024 for the Glory of God – Reagan Rose
God’s call to Young Men – Paul Washer
The What, When, and How of Family Worship – Jason Helopoulosr
Kids
Faith in kids
Faith in Kids is about confident parents and thriving churches raising children together to trust Jesus eternally.Their mission is to encourage, inspire and equip the influencers of faith in children with support, training and resources.
It is an award-winning audio drama series created for ages 8-12 and enjoyed by the whole family. Episodes often start with the grandfatherly Mr. Whittaker (“Whit”), who runs an ice cream shop called Whit’s End. They last an average of twenty-five minutes and bring biblical principles to life, through a balance of fun, faith and imagination.
Adventures in Odyssey, or simply Odyssey, is an Evangelical Christian radio drama and comedy series created and produced by Focus on the Family.
Adventures in Odyssey radio
Commentaries for Africa
Resources for kids to study the Bible.
Read this Article on How to Answer Big Questions from Little People by The Gospel Coalition
10 Ways to Use Valentine’s Day to Teach Children about God’s Love – article by crosswalk.com
Kidswise seeks to partner with the local church in growing effective ministries for children by providing quality training and resources. Parent resources.
Parenting
Parenting resources by Focus on the Family, including articles, seminars, books, blogs and assessment tools.
Focus on the Family > Parenting
Parenting resources by Focus on the Family Africa, including featured articles, broadcasts, seminars, recommended books, assessment tools and events.
Focus on the Family Africa > Parenting
Good parents aren’t perfect. And that’s okay. There’s no formula to follow, but there are ways you can grow every day. Focus on the Family’s 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment gives parents an honest look at their unique strengths, plus some areas that could use a little help.
Connecting As A Family In A Tech Absorbed World
The Gospel Coalition exists to renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel by declaring, defending, and applying the good news of Jesus to all of life.
The Gospel Coalition YouTube > Parenting
Read this article on Parents’ Role as Spiritual Leaders from Child Evangelism Fellowship
Exploring Christian Faith
The Gospel Coalition exists to renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel by declaring, defending, and applying the good news of Jesus to all of life.
The Gospel Coalition YouTube
Free Online Learning About Theology and Life – The Gospel Coalition
Marriage
Focus on the Family marriage resources including books, articles, blogs, radio broadcasts, seminars and much more.
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Focus on the Family Africa marriage resources include featured articles, broadcasts and recommended books
Focus on the Family Africa > Marriage
The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 10 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage’s strengths and weaknesses?
Take the free Marriage assessment
Bible Reading
Bible reading plan: watch, read and listen
YouVersion Bible app
Commentaries for Africa
Free Bible Resources for Pastors and keen Christians. Bible Reading Notes and Guides
Free Bible Resources for Pastors and keen Christians. Bible Commentaries
Study the Story of the Bible with free tools
Free Bible Resources for Pastors and keen Christians. How to interpret the Bible
Reading plans: Read Scripture
Commentaries – The Bible Coalition
Prayer
Activating world-changing prayer for the lost.
Women
Books
Focus on the Family Africa online shop
Life Challenges
Article I’m so tired by Laura Andrews of Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation
Missions
The Bible Society of South Africa is a non-profit organization that exists to serve the Church and all South Africans. Several denominations are members of the Bible Society and form part of our management structure.
Christian Media
Strengthen your family relationships and see them thrive. Thrive Media brings you content from Focus Africa and partners.