When my eldest son was born 38 years ago there was an article on the tv that said mums need to laugh with her children. There and then I decided to laugh with my children and let me tell you, 3 sons in 3 yrs were not easy, still I laughed a lot!! I was a fierce mum, but i laughed a lot. These boys were sometimes so funny!!! I love them. Today I am a grandmother and I laugh with my grandchildren .🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I have just suffered another anxiety attack because I an in a nursing home because I can no longer be independent due to my illness I've not been able to move and have to rely on others . I have a 56 year old daughter who could care less and I need to have this pastors book and I wish I could listen to him and his sermons everyday because it really helps. Thank you so much thank you so much thank you so much and thank you Jesus😢❤
I’m going to encourage you not to believe the lies that your daughter doesn’t care about your situation. I’ve been a geriatric caregiver for 20years and absolutely love my job. I’ve never had a problem being around and caring for other peoples parents however now that my own are becoming older I feel an emotional battle that I’ve never experienced in my life. It’s different when it’s your own mom or dad and I’ve been blessed with the tools. Some people don’t even know how to be supportive during this time. Praying for you, your daughter and the restoration of the mother and daughter relationship
Praying for Father's Assurance, Safety and Hope... may He meet you right where you are and Love His Daughter with His Presence. And yes, laugh outloud!
Randy Schiefer gives his heaven testimony in the program Coming Home here in YT. There are other 5 or 6 stories more in that channel, I'm sure that will warm your heart
Young mothers, listen to this man. Lighten up! Laugh out loud, there is nothing to regret about this advice. I say this, having gone through a very long hard, heavy season of life. I know this "lighten up" advice is the truth. Where ever you are in your life, lighten up, laugh, enjoy life, who you are, through the lense of Jesus Christ, the truth of the Bible, let those resources mould and direct you. That is all my prayer for myself.
My kids are all grown now. Being a single mom I miss my children being home. They all live in different areas and so far away. Every once in a while one of my oldest daughters reminds me of the things they did to each other that I never know. I can laugh now but years ago I needed this . Today it’s so important for parents that are still together and single as i to laugh and not take those things so seriously. There is a time to laugh and to be serious. I needed this ! Thank you!
Focus on the Family has always brought me Bible based parental advice in raising my kids and in developing my relationship with my husband and helping me becone a continual woman after Gods own heart. Thank you does not seem to be adequate enough for the world of information I have gained from your ministry then and NOW. Gods continued blessings on your ministry.
Hello, Larena. We’re glad our ministry has been a special blessing to you. Knowing that the Lord has touched your life through our efforts is encouraging to us. Your kind feedback is appreciated. May God bless and guide your family in a loving way.
I think a lot of us Moms worry about these things because we dont want our babies to grow up and feel the pain we did. We are just trying to do better for our kiddos. But I totally agree we need to lighten up and laugh more 😊💞😂
Wow. The timing of this being suggested in my feed, and I’m rarely on RUclips. Currently weaning my baby, who is 5 months old. Nursed my others until 1-2yrs old and have been so sad over it. Thank you so much for this. ❤
We're so glad this broadcast for moms encouraged you in a special way, friend. Thanks for your kind feedback. May God bless your family with His love and peace.
Hello, Maru. It’s obvious you care a great deal for your children, and we’re glad to have the chance to stand with you in prayer. Please be assured of our prayers for you, your son, and your daughter. If you’d like to talk with one of our counselors (at no cost to you), call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT). Grace and peace to you.
I'm up to the formula part. What a crazy doctor, instead of offering advice, that's his reaction? What a mess.... Anywho, carry on... I needed this. "lighten up" made me burst into tears.
Laughing with my 3 sons was always the one thing I always did! Without trying they were so funny and I still remember the funny things they did and say! My husband could only shake his head! I loved those days! Chatting with my 2 grandchildren, they make me laugh too! Only different… ha ha ha!🥳🤮🤮
FOTF is delivering so much substance lately with the broadcast!! Love this progression. Another message = home run. This is what I've been waiting on to become more of a financial partner to the ministry.
Oh my gosh… Relate! 😂😂😂 Ted Cunningham is an awesome share seasoned with Scriptural refresher coursework thoughts 💭 Amen… don’t take Life so seriously. In a very difficult moment for my son yesterday due to loss of one of his dear friends, hours later I shared a text message with him how many people I reached out to asking for prayers and even our UPS driver who delivered his purchases is praying over him. That little light 💡 delivered a laughing 😂 emoji from my son. It’s Significant to remain light in Life by way of Laughter.. God’s goodness blessings in our everyday lives. Gracias 😂💝
I have always tried to keep laughter in my home, but over the past year I can't do it anymore. I struggle to laugh and I struggle to pray. I ask other people to pray for my son who is currently in prison and is scared for his safety, obviously making me feel paralyzed with fear. Add to that my other son just joined the Army in December. I feel like I am falling apart and my poor daughter is stuck living with me. Please pray for my family, I have lost the strength to get out of this dark place I am living in, but I am trying....
Thank you for sharing so openly, friend. When the fears and struggles you described assail you, remember that God loves you and it is His desire to help you find peace within yourself. The apostle Paul wrote these words in Philippians Chapter Four, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Know that we’ll be praying for you sons, asking for God’s safety and protection upon them. We’ll also be praying for you and your daughter. May the Lord surround you both with His love and care always. In addition, we encourage you to talk to one of our counselors. Just call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT). God’s best to you!
Watching from Sydney Australia! I go to older English humour like Monty Python-theres always something for everyone! I love the irreverent having grown up in a fundamental church environment where much was taboo!
My mom I couldn't call for mother's day. Made it to 97 a year more than her mom or grandmother. 92 more than her big brother . I'm so glad I told her one time, mom your the best mom I ever had. Ya mean it she responded. We didn't get to have that bible study about the book of Revelation. Really miss her looking forward to heaven getting to know so many I love. Throw a baseball with grandpa and dad and others . Things we never did but need to. Thank you Jesus really no thank you Saviour.
I hear of so many people saying how wonderful their home groups are… We put lots of time and care into the people that we spent time with in our most recent home group, for close to 3 years. but when life hit us and we didn’t show up to our group, we never got a call.,..And, when we didn’t show up after many weeks we still never got a call. It wasn’t until a half a year later that I got a text from someone and said “hey, how are you doing?” I couldn’t believe it; It was too late at that point. How does something like that happen? It’s just so painful to always hear how all these people are so well cared for in their own personal life groups…But, I don’t want to begrudge a blessing that somebody else has, that we have yet to experience.
@@andreamcintyre9952 and the “not taking our stuff to the group” wasn’t intentional; we got hit hard and were overwhelmed. But, when you don’t have anyone bother to check and wonder what is going on…it’s not ok. That would/should be the rest of the groups responsibility to see why we’re missing. That’s what I would (and always)have done with people. People need to know they matter.
Please pray for reconciliation and reconnection between my 16 yr old daughter and me. That she will start calling me mom again and that she would reach out to me. I so long to hug her and hold her tight again. There is so much trauma here.
I remember when Focus on the Family, said you shouldn't advise your child to fight back with a bully. I remember when that got overturned, and we were told to tell our kids to fight back. My son's bully was twice as big as him. I think it depends on the children.
*The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.* *- Psalm 28:7 (KJV)* 🙏❤️
I remember when my brother was faking laughter. I thought that was so weird. I said you're faking laughing? I really regretted saying that to him. I don't know if he laughed much after that.
Please pray for my Daughter Diamond She needs to get her job back and her car note paid. It's been a struggle for us both. She is not able to help anyone else. Thank you in advance.
Hello, friend. Please be assured of our prayers for Diamond, asking the Lord to lead her to the right employment opportunity. We'll pray for God's favor, wisdom, and provision in her life. May the Lord be with you both.
When my eldest son was born 38 years ago there was an article on the tv that said mums need to laugh with her children. There and then I decided to laugh with my children and let me tell you, 3 sons in 3 yrs were not easy, still I laughed a lot!! I was a fierce mum, but i laughed a lot. These boys were sometimes so funny!!! I love them. Today I am a grandmother and I laugh with my grandchildren .🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I look for things to make me laugh each day.This and hugs gets me through life.
I have just suffered another anxiety attack because I an in a nursing home because I can no longer be independent due to my illness I've not been able to move and have to rely on others . I have a 56 year old daughter who could care less and I need to have this pastors book and I wish I could listen to him and his sermons everyday because it really helps. Thank you so much thank you so much thank you so much and thank you Jesus😢❤
So sorry. I pray that the Lord strengthens you.
I’m going to encourage you not to believe the lies that your daughter doesn’t care about your situation. I’ve been a geriatric caregiver for 20years and absolutely love my job. I’ve never had a problem being around and caring for other peoples parents however now that my own are becoming older I feel an emotional battle that I’ve never experienced in my life. It’s different when it’s your own mom or dad and I’ve been blessed with the tools. Some people don’t even know how to be supportive during this time. Praying for you, your daughter and the restoration of the mother and daughter relationship
Praying for Father's Assurance, Safety and Hope... may He meet you right where you are and Love His Daughter with His Presence. And yes, laugh outloud!
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Randy Schiefer gives his heaven testimony in the program Coming Home here in YT. There are other 5 or 6 stories more in that channel, I'm sure that will warm your heart
The shortest distance between people. is laughter!!!!
You are under no obligation to explain or defend your choices.
Love it. ♥️
'cw wse
Young mothers, listen to this man. Lighten up! Laugh out loud, there is nothing to regret about this advice. I say this, having gone through a very long hard, heavy season of life. I know this "lighten up" advice is the truth. Where ever you are in your life, lighten up, laugh, enjoy life, who you are, through the lense of Jesus Christ, the truth of the Bible, let those resources mould and direct you. That is all my prayer for myself.
My kids are all grown now. Being a single mom I miss my children being home. They all live in different areas and so far away. Every once in a while one of my oldest daughters reminds me of the things they did to each other that I never know. I can laugh now but years ago I needed this . Today it’s so important for parents that are still together and single as i to laugh and not take those things so seriously. There is a time to laugh and to be serious. I needed this ! Thank you!
Yes, you are so right.
Focus on the Family has always brought me Bible based parental advice in raising my kids and in developing my relationship with my husband and helping me becone a continual woman after Gods own heart. Thank you does not seem to be adequate enough for the world of information I have gained from your ministry then and NOW. Gods continued blessings on your ministry.
Hello, Larena. We’re glad our ministry has been a special blessing to you. Knowing that the Lord has touched your life through our efforts is encouraging to us. Your kind feedback is appreciated. May God bless and guide your family in a loving way.
Worship the One giving the Blessing.. not the Blessing, itself. ..GOLD!!
I am 59..... Two grown children and I agree..... Concentrate on the essentials. And don't take yourself so seriously!
I agree 👍💯
"And she laughs without fear of the future"
"Because she walks with the Lord" ❤
His Will be Done ❤️
Thanks for this reminder. It's so easy to focus on children especially when one kinda use them as crutches to cover insecurities and inadequacies.
I think a lot of us Moms worry about these things because we dont want our babies to grow up and feel the pain we did. We are just trying to do better for our kiddos. But I totally agree we need to lighten up and laugh more 😊💞😂
Truth.
Amen
AMEN 🙏 😊
Love this 😀 ❤️ Needed this so long ago
Now I am a Mom of 4 adult children 30, 28, almost 26 and 25 years old
11 grandchildren this year. 8 natural
Wow. The timing of this being suggested in my feed, and I’m rarely on RUclips. Currently weaning my baby, who is 5 months old. Nursed my others until 1-2yrs old and have been so sad over it. Thank you so much for this. ❤
We're so glad this broadcast for moms encouraged you in a special way, friend. Thanks for your kind feedback. May God bless your family with His love and peace.
Could have used this grace-filled message as a young mom. You get to reap the benefits of these truths he brought to life. Enjoy your moments.
This will surely make moms worldwide laugh and feel loved this mother's day. Thanks, Pastor Ted!
Omg! I’m seeing this just at the right time!! I’m called ‘angry mommy’ 😕 I really needed to hear this, God knows!!
So encouraging, right?🙏🏼🌻❤ As mom.. we do need to lighten up a bit and enjoy this crazy/wonderful journey of Parenthood
I love this!! My Granddaughter calls me "Groanny" 🤭🤣🤣🤣🤣
This guy is AWESOME 💓 really needed to laugh 😂 Can't believe I've never heard him before this.
A wonderful breath of fresh air ‼️❣️‼️
Thank you Jesus. 😊
This made me laugh so much and so loud! My 3year old complained because she was trying to sleep, in the family bed with me🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 thanks Pastor Ted
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I know the feeling…
We had to Learn somehow..
Do you realize that you call your personal bed family bed
What a great heart lifting message. Thanks for reminding us to laugh.
He makes great points, using laughter.
It's your fault that I laughed TODAY !!! Fantastic !!!
Please pray for my son and daughter. My son is presently in the hospital. Both of them need to remember their identity is in Jesus. 🙏🙏🙏
Hello, Maru. It’s obvious you care a great deal for your children, and we’re glad to have the chance to stand with you in prayer. Please be assured of our prayers for you, your son, and your daughter. If you’d like to talk with one of our counselors (at no cost to you), call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT). Grace and peace to you.
It is done momma
We will pray with you! I am a living testimony of how effective mother's prayer is.
@@focusonthefamily is not
Right now, I am .
I'm up to the formula part. What a crazy doctor, instead of offering advice, that's his reaction?
What a mess....
Anywho, carry on...
I needed this. "lighten up" made me burst into tears.
Thanks for the reminder, I have to make an effort to laugh. Especially when my husband says something funny . The Lord bless you always.
I praise our Heavenly Father. Thank you for this video, I needed this and it helped.
Laughing with my 3 sons was always the one thing I always did! Without trying they were so funny and I still remember the funny things they did and say! My husband could only shake his head! I loved those days! Chatting with my 2 grandchildren, they make me laugh too! Only different… ha ha ha!🥳🤮🤮
"The suck the life out of you" comment! I felt that!!
FOTF is delivering so much substance lately with the broadcast!! Love this progression.
Another message = home run.
This is what I've been waiting on to become more of a financial partner to the ministry.
Need one for dads and singles. 😊
This can be applied to dads and singles.....don't have to have a separate video for everyone.
"you need a paycheck and a couple of jokes" 😂
Heard this on the radio this morning. Wanted to hear it again! What a wonderful reminder.
Great Mother’s Day gift!!! Thank you!!!
I have never heard this man, but he is so funny. Great job!
Oh my gosh… Relate! 😂😂😂
Ted Cunningham is an awesome share seasoned with Scriptural refresher coursework thoughts 💭
Amen… don’t take Life so seriously. In a very difficult moment for my son yesterday due to loss of one of his dear friends, hours later I shared a text message with him how many people I reached out to asking for prayers and even our UPS driver who delivered his purchases is praying over him. That little light 💡 delivered a laughing 😂 emoji from my son.
It’s Significant to remain light in Life by way of Laughter.. God’s goodness blessings in our everyday lives.
Gracias 😂💝
Love it!!!!!! Gracias!!! What a blessing from a Mother of 3.
Perfect message for Mother's Day 💐❤️
This talk was like salve to my soul! Will definitely be buying the book! Thank you!
I have always tried to keep laughter in my home, but over the past year I can't do it anymore. I struggle to laugh and I struggle to pray. I ask other people to pray for my son who is currently in prison and is scared for his safety, obviously making me feel paralyzed with fear. Add to that my other son just joined the Army in December. I feel like I am falling apart and my poor daughter is stuck living with me.
Please pray for my family, I have lost the strength to get out of this dark place I am living in, but I am trying....
Thank you for sharing so openly, friend. When the fears and struggles you described assail you, remember that God loves you and it is His desire to help you find peace within yourself. The apostle Paul wrote these words in Philippians Chapter Four, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Know that we’ll be praying for you sons, asking for God’s safety and protection upon them. We’ll also be praying for you and your daughter. May the Lord surround you both with His love and care always. In addition, we encourage you to talk to one of our counselors. Just call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT). God’s best to you!
Praying for you Tanya. ❤❤
Remember your body don’t know the difference so fake it it still releases the medicine
Truth behold laughter the best medicine😁
I heard him say this about his wife at a marriage conference. Loved it
Watching from Sydney Australia! I go to older English humour like Monty Python-theres always something for everyone! I love the irreverent having grown up in a fundamental church environment where much was taboo!
“You are under no obligation to explain or defend your parenting choices”
Blessings Sir...I thank you for the laughs
my chest was tight this morning, he made me laugh so hard that the tightness is gone
Thank you so much and Laughts is healthy things for me. I used laughed and I made people my former co- workers.
Thank you so much!😁😄👋❤️👍
My mom I couldn't call for mother's day. Made it to 97 a year more than her mom or grandmother. 92 more than her big brother .
I'm so glad I told her one time, mom your the best mom I ever had. Ya mean it she responded. We didn't get to have that bible study about the book of Revelation. Really miss her looking forward to heaven getting to know so many I love. Throw a baseball with grandpa and dad and others . Things we never did but need to. Thank you Jesus really no thank you Saviour.
I hear of so many people saying how wonderful their home groups are… We put lots of time and care into the people that we spent time with in our most recent home group, for close to 3 years. but when life hit us and we didn’t show up to our group, we never got a call.,..And, when we didn’t show up after many weeks we still never got a call. It wasn’t until a half a year later that I got a text from someone and said “hey, how are you doing?” I couldn’t believe it; It was too late at that point. How does something like that happen?
It’s just so painful to always hear how all these people are so well cared for in their own personal life groups…But, I don’t want to begrudge a blessing that somebody else has, that we have yet to experience.
@@andreamcintyre9952 and the “not taking our stuff to the group” wasn’t intentional; we got hit hard and were overwhelmed. But, when you don’t have anyone bother to check and wonder what is going on…it’s not ok. That would/should be the rest of the groups responsibility to see why we’re missing. That’s what I would (and always)have done with people.
People need to know they matter.
Love this! ❤
Please pray for reconciliation and reconnection between my 16 yr old daughter and me.
That she will start calling me mom again and that she would reach out to me. I so long to hug her and hold her tight again. There is so much trauma here.
Thank you!
Shared with the women in our church. Thank you
I’m so glad laughing burns the calories. It all just made sense. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Message of the year for me! LOL (seriously!)
I loved this! Thanks so much for this!
I loved it! Love to laugh 😃 😀 😄
Amazing, thank you!!!!
You are fantastic thank you so much !!!
You, always make us Laugh Brother Ted lol
This was delightful. Thanks for this!
I really needed this just now. Thank you so much.
We are so glad it was helpful to you! God bless!
A paycheck and a couple of jokes!
I agree with everything except about the bus. Today isn't the same as my day.
Very funny! Thank you for sharing.
This made me laugh out loud and really encouraged me ☺️
Same
Wow this was such a timely message for me…wonderful message.
Seriously funny - thank you!
It�s pain that changes our lives. Steve Martin
Amen. Thank you for this🙏❤️🙌
Take seriously, Proverbs 17:22
For We/Christian should be
The Most Joyful people on earth
Laughter pleases the Lord. Say no more! I'm also so grateful "The Chosen" shows us Jesus' sweet humor! Lesgo
Thank you 🙏🏻
This was refreshing to hear
I love this!!!
This was such a blessing 🤣
Awesome message 👏
Thanks! 😆 No to the bus though!!
I love this! 😊
Your Awesome
Am so grateful I found this channel
THAT was awesome!
Wow!!it was a great session.wish you guys were here in India.👍👍👍
I remember when Focus on the Family, said you shouldn't advise your child to fight back with a bully. I remember when that got overturned, and we were told to tell our kids to fight back. My son's bully was twice as big as him. I think it depends on the children.
Loved loved this! Especially the setting reminders on your phone asking yourself if you e Luther today
LOL thank you for the laughter!!
This is so hilarious 😂
The christian owes it to the world to be supernaturally joyful...
*The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.*
*- Psalm 28:7 (KJV)*
🙏❤️
This is amazing, I truly needed this so much today.
I remember when my brother was faking laughter. I thought that was so weird. I said you're faking laughing? I really regretted saying that to him. I don't know if he laughed much after that.
Perseverance is a virtue that cannot be understated. Bob Riley
This blessed me so much! Thank you!
Waoh!! Awesome session
Amazing
This is epic 😎 🙌 👏 thank you ❤
Please pray for my Daughter Diamond She needs to get her job back and her car note paid. It's been a struggle for us both. She is not able to help anyone else.
Thank you in advance.
Hello, friend. Please be assured of our prayers for Diamond, asking the Lord to lead her to the right employment opportunity. We'll pray for God's favor, wisdom, and provision in her life. May the Lord be with you both.
This is great! 😂
Loved it. 😍
Excellent!
Thank You. TED
THANK YOU! WILL BE BLESSED!
This was awesome!