Focus on Parenting Podcast

By Focus on the Family

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Episodes: 100


 Oct 19, 2019

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Christian mom or dad, could you use some encouragement and support? Put your ear buds in for this Christian parenting podcast and get practical, faith-based inspiration through all stages of parenting — raising toddlers, navigating the school-age years, preparing for puberty, and seeing your teen soar with confidence. Hosted by Danny Huerta, in every 8 to 15 minute episode, you’ll hear parenting experts share Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and useful resources that will help you feel equipped as a mom or dad in today’s culture.

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What if My Kids Become Like Me?
595

It's a convicting question to ask, "What if my kids become like me?" John and Danny share how their kids have sometimes tried to imitate them, and Jim Daly and Dr. Gary Chapman discuss how to ask God to help us change for the better.

 

Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

 

Receive the book "Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Child Became a Teenager" for your donation of any amount!

 

Parenting Resource Page

 

Counseling Department

 

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Jun 01, 2023
How Love and Service Are Connected
659

Giving your teen an opportunity to serve can help him or her grow as a person. John and Danny discuss why it's important for teens to practice helping other people, and Jim Daly talks with Dr. Gary Chapman about a time he taught his kids to serve some neighbors. 

 

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Parenting Resource Page

 

Launch Into the Teen Years Kit

 

The Best Chores for Teenagers

 

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May 30, 2023
Heroes Your Kids Can Admire
578

As your kids are growing up, it's good to introduce them to real-life heroes. Jim Daly talks with Lisa-Jo Baker about who some of her heroes are, and John and Danny discuss some places you can take your kids to meet admirable people.

 

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Parenting Resource Page

 

The Super Power of Real Heroes

 

Fearlessly Facing the Final Unknown

 

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May 25, 2023
Parenting Isn't Like the Movies
646

Movies can be fun, but raising kids in real life isn't the same as the films portray. John and Danny share how to stop comparing your parenting with movies, and Jim Daly speaks with Lisa-Jo Baker about how she's wrestled with comparison as a parent.

 

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Parenting Resource Page

 

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Getting Positive About Midlife Changes

 

7 Traits of Effective Parenting

 

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May 23, 2023
Finding the Words in a Tough Time
503

When your child is blindsided by difficult news, it can be hard for them to find the words to say. John and Danny offer some advice for how to share bad news with your kids in an age-appropriate way. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Becky Harling about when she announced to her kids she'd been diagnosed with cancer.

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Parenting Resource Page

 

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Tools for Listening to Your Teen

 

Counseling Department

 

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May 18, 2023
God Leans In
650

Have you ever been correcting a child, only to have him or her be intimidated by your discipline? Many of us have experienced that. John and Danny share about paying attention to our non-verbal cues as parents. Also, Jim Daly speaks with Becky Harling about ways she's relied on God for improving the communication with her kids.

 

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Parenting Resource Page

 

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Tools for Listening to Your Teen

 

Counseling Department

 

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May 16, 2023
Replacing Your Fears as a Parent
697

What's your greatest fear as a parent? If you're feeling bombarded with fears today, John and Danny will share parts of their story and offer a reminder on what you can control in parenting. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Gary Thomas about how he's learned to trust God with his children.

 

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Sacred Parenting

 

Parenting Resource Page

 

What Do You Do When Your Child Loses Faith in God?

 

Counseling Department

 

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May 11, 2023
Seeing Your Kids Grow in Their Faith
659

Seeing your kids follow Jesus is such a beautiful thing. Jim Daly talks with popular author Gary Thomas about the spiritual dimension of parenting. Also, John Fuller and Danny Huerta will give an encouraging perspective to parents whose children have left the faith.

 

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Sacred Parenting

 

Parenting Resource Page

 

The Divine in the Daily Grind

 

Counseling Department

 

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May 09, 2023
Showing Love After an Apology
589

As Christians, the gospel is a reminder that God still loves us, even after we've made a mistake. Jim Daly and Dr. Gary Chapman offer practical ideas for showing love to your teen, and John and Danny encourage parents who feel like their teenager is beginning to pull away.


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Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Child Became a Teenager


Parenting Resource Page


The Love Language Quiz


How to Help Your Teen Get Closer to God


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May 04, 2023
The 5 Languages of Apology
642

When you mess up as a parent, it's not easy to apologize and ask for forgiveness. Jim Daly talks with Dr. Gary Chapman about a formula for how to apologize to a child, and John and Danny provide some hope to parents who feel shame over something they did wrong.


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Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Child Became a Teenager


Parenting Resource Page


Does a Child’s Bad Behavior Mean You’re a Bad Parent?


Link to Counseling Services


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May 02, 2023
Helping Your Child Overcome a Learning Obstacle
710

How do you encourage your child when he or she is struggling to learn something in school or in life? John and Danny offer some practical ideas for encouraging your child to learn, and Jim Daly talks with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she helped her son Micah while he was struggling in school.


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Perfectly Imperfect: Being the Mom God Created You to Be


Understanding Learning Styles


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Apr 27, 2023
Responding Well When Your Child Disappoints You
752

It's not easy to process when your child disappoints you. John asks Danny about a time he faced this as a father, and they'll give some dos and don'ts for how to respond in that scenario. Plus, Jim Daly talked with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she worked through disappointment with her son.


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Apr 25, 2023
Healthy Non-Verbal Communication with Your Kids
485

In communication, how you say things as a parent is equally as important as what you say. Danny and John provide some tips for healthy non-verbal communication, and Jim Daly talks with Becky Harling about using your body language to show your kids you care about them.

 

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6 Ways You Make a Difference as a Parent

 

Best of Parenting Resources

 

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Apr 20, 2023
Connecting with a Strong Personality Child
732

Most parents have at lease one child with a strong personality, John and Danny discuss who the strong-willed kids are in their homes, and Jim Daly talks with Becky Harling about this topic as well. She'll even share how she's learned to receive feedback from her kids about her parenting.

 

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4 Words Kids Use When Coping with Emotions

 

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Apr 18, 2023
Teaching Kids to Own a Relationship with Jesus
603

Teaching your kids to own responsibilities and their faith will mean you have to let them make decisions for themselves, John and Danny offer hope to parents who are afraid to give their kids a chance to make choices. Also, Jim Daly and Kay Wyma share some inspiring perspectives for letting kids own their choices.

 

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Responsible Kids Don't Just Happen

 

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Apr 13, 2023
Running Errands and Owning Independence
465

Giving your kids a chance to run errands is great training for helping them own responsibility, John and Danny share how you can help your kids become more independent, and Jim Daly talks with Kay Wyma about things she taught her children.

 

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Apr 11, 2023
When You Get Mad at Your Teenager
755

Almost every parent has gotten mad at their teenager at some point, If it results in a heated conversation, how do you recover from a moment like that? Danny and John discuss what a parent can do if a teen is defiant, and Jim Daly talked with Dr. Gary Chapman about a time he and his son reconciled after an angry outburst.

 

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Take the Parenting Assessment

 

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Launch Into the Teen Years Kit

 

How Your Teen Thinks

 

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Apr 06, 2023
Changes in the Teen Years
678

Every parent can attest that many things change once your son or daughter reaches the teen years. John and Danny share from their own experiences, and Jim Daly talks with Dr. Gary Chapman about how your kids learn to think differently when they become teenagers.


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Apr 04, 2023
When Your Kids See You Argue with Your Spouse
827

It's embarrassing when your kids see you and your spouse argue with each other. If that happens, how do you move on? John and Danny discuss how to reassure your kids that things will be okay, and Jim and Jean Daly talked with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she got into a heated argument with her husband.

 

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7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

 

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Counseling Department

 

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Mar 30, 2023
Expectations for Marriage While Parenting
593

When you are busy with the demands of raising children, it's easy to not prioritize your marriage. John and Danny share how having kids impacted each of their marriages, and Jim Daly talks with his wife Jean and Lisa-Jo Baker about keeping a marriage strong when life gets busy.

 

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7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

 

Stages of Motherhood

 

Maintaining Your Marriage During the Parenting Years

 

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Mar 28, 2023
Good and Bad Ways to Apologize to a Struggling Adult Child
481

If a young adult child is struggling, it's easy to blame yourself or even apologize for their bad choices. John and Danny discuss why some forms of apology are not helpful, plus, Jim Daly talked with Allison Bottke about when it's good for a parent to apologize to an adult son or daughter.


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Mar 23, 2023
Trusting God and Your Instincts
683

What does it look like to trust God when your child is struggling? John and Danny share about the difference counseling can make for a hurting parent, and Jim Daly speaks with Allison Bottke on how she's learned to trust God with her adult son.


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Mar 21, 2023
When Your Kid Doesn't Want to Do Something
761

How can you motivate your child to do something when he or she doesn't want to? John and Danny discuss that topic, and Jim Daly is joined by Kay Wyma to share about why teaching your kids to take responsibility for assignments is a good thing.


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Mar 16, 2023
Letting Your Kids Do Chores
802

Letting your kids do chores is a wonderful thing to help them grow. John asks Danny what chores he taught his kids, and ways you can encourage a child to get chores done, based on his or her personality. Featuring Kay Wyma.


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Mar 14, 2023
When You Haven't Spoken a Child's Love Language
521

How your respond to a child's misbehavior can make them feel loved or discouraged. But what do you do when time has past, and you wonder if you haven't done the best job of making them feel loved? John and Danny provide some hope to parents who struggled to make your child feel loved as he or she was growing up. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.


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Mar 09, 2023
Balancing Love and Discipline
667

Parents who want what's best for your children will use discipline when it's necessary. But how do respond when you get very mad at your child's behavior? John and Danny share how to keep yourself calm, even if you're upset at your child. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.


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Mar 07, 2023
When Your Kid Gets Rejected for Not Fitting In
560

It's not easy to handle when your kid faces rejection. John and Danny offer some helpful ideas for how to respond when your child gets rejected by his or her peers. Featuring Lisa-Jo Baker and Jean Daly.


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Mar 02, 2023
Encouragement for Middle-Age Moms
530

As your kids get older, your approach to parenting them will change significantly. John and Danny provide some encouragement for moms who are making big transitions as your children grow up. Featuring Lisa-Jo Baker and Jean Daly.


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Feb 28, 2023
When It's Time to Implement a Boundary
586

Healthy boundaries with an adult child are essential in order for your relationship to function well. John and Danny offer hope to parents who struggle with people-pleasing tendencies, and share why boundaries are a blessing. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Feb 23, 2023
Supportive Friends for When a Child is Struggling
695

If your adult child is struggling, one of the greatest blessings is having a supportive friend to walk with you. John and Danny share about the value of friends, plus healthy ways to talk about the pain you're experiencing. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Feb 21, 2023
Instilling a Great Work Ethic in Your Children
574

One of the best things you can teach your kids is the value of hard work. To help improve your child's work ethic, John and Danny give a few ideas on projects you can teach your son or daughter to do. Featuring Kay Wyma.


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Feb 16, 2023
Teaching Kids to Still Try, Even When They Fail
632

How your kids respond to failure can help them grow as a person. Yet, what do you do when your child is more prone to discouragement? John and Danny share why failure can be a good teacher, and how to encourage a child who feels discouraged. Featuring Kay Wyma.


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Feb 14, 2023
Acts of Service for Your Child
488

Some children are natural servants, and when you serve them, it makes them feel loved. John and Danny discuss the love language called Acts of Service, and how to encourage a child who isn't motivated to serve others. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Mrs. Jean Daly.


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Feb 09, 2023
Gifts and Quality Time
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Understanding what makes your child feel loved is a terrific key to connecting with him or her. For some kids, it's receiving gifts. John and Danny share how some of the best gifts don't cost a lot of money. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Mrs. Jean Daly.


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Feb 07, 2023
When You Have Fears as a Parent
697

Sometimes, your kids' fears might be a reflection on something you're struggling with. John and Danny offer hope to parents who are struggling with fear, and how to bring your worries to God. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.

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Feb 02, 2023
Are You Holding on to a Worry Bird?
678

Empathy is one of the best gifts you can give your child when he or she shares a fear with you. John and Danny talk about common fears of little kids, and the types young girls typically have to work through. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.


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Jan 31, 2023
Stop the Bad Stuff
451

How do you trust God when a child has gone completely off the rails? Danny and John discuss drawing healthy boundaries with a young adult child, and when it's good to tell your son or daughter, "no." Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Jan 26, 2023
S.A.N.I.T.Y. for Struggling Parents
637

One of the worst things a parent could face is to learn a child is struggling with a serious addiction. John and Danny provide some helpful responses for if your child is struggling with substance abuse or another type of addiction. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Jan 24, 2023
The Dangers of an Entitlement Mentality
562

Letting your child learn from his or her mistakes is one of the best gifts you can give as a parent. Spoiling them won't be good for their long-term maturity. John and Danny offer hope to parents who struggled with spoiling their kids as they were growing up. Featuring Kay Wyma.


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Jan 19, 2023
Enjoying Travel with Your Kids
713

Vacations and special trips can be some of the best ways to make memories with your kids. John and Danny recount fun times they've had with their children, and share why it's good to prioritize those times together. Featuring Julie Lavender.


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Jan 17, 2023
When Your Child Wants Quality Time
772

Time spent with your son or daughter is a precious gift. John and Danny discuss the love language known as quality time, and provide an insightful perspective on how introverted parents can still enjoy it. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.


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Jan 12, 2023
The Lasting Impact of Words Spoken
766

Words spoken by a parent can have a lasting impact on a child. John and Danny talk about why words are important and address what to do if your mom or dad said something harsh to you. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman.


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Jan 10, 2023
Combating Pre-Teen & Teen Fears
679

When your child reaches the pre-teen and teen years, his or her fears will change quite a bit from the early years. John and Danny share how they've seen this in their own parenting and provide some insights for what do to if you have an emotional child. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.


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Jan 05, 2023
When Your Little Kid Worries
686

It's very common for little children to wrestle with fear. To help your kids find peace of mind, John and Danny share how they worked with their own kids when they were young. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.


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Jan 03, 2023
Hope In Spite of the Pain
703

It's an extremely difficult thing if you have a child who isn't following the Lord. John and Danny share about common problems with young adult children today and offer hope to parents who are struggling with discouragement. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Dec 29, 2022
If Your Child Has Gone Off the Rails
649

It's an extremely difficult thing if you have a child who isn't following the Lord. John and Danny share about common problems with young adult children today and offer hope to parents who are struggling with discouragement. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Dec 27, 2022
Having Fun and Serving Others
482

Teaching your kids to be good servants is a wonderful gift you can give them. Yet, how do you get started? John and Danny discuss ways they've learned to teach their kids how to serve others. Featuring Julie Lavender.


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Dec 22, 2022
Appreciating What Your Child Enjoys
483

It's very common for each child in your family to have different likes and interests. John and Danny share things their kids enjoy, and how you can still connect with your child, even if you don't enjoy something he or she likes. Featuring Julie Lavender.


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Dec 20, 2022
Physical Touch and Words of Affirmation
537

Whether or not your child tells you, he or she still longs to feel loved inside. John and Danny discuss ways they've seen their children's desire to feel loved change over time. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.

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Dec 15, 2022
Encouraging Your Kids, Even When They Fail
503

At some point, your son or daughter will face discouragement. Those moments can also be a terrific opportunity to encourage your son or daughter. John and Danny share how you can still be an encourager to your kids, even if you didn't come from an encouraging family. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman.

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Dec 13, 2022
Instilling Courage and Truth
408

Instilling godly virtues in your child is the desire of every Christian parent. One of the best ways to do that is to go to God's Word and read it. John and Danny talk about virtues they've tried to pass on to their kids, and things they've learned from the book of Proverbs. Featuring Carey Casey.

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Dec 08, 2022
Praying for and Investing in the Next Generation
603

We all know a child who doesn't have a father figure in his or her life. When you see a boy or girl in that situation, it may be a chance for you to step in. John and Danny discuss the significance of a father figure, and also ways to pray for a child's future. Featuring Carey Casey.

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Dec 06, 2022
When It's Time to Make a Difficult Decision
675

You want your child to succeed in life. But what do you do when your son or daughter is making poor choices and you cannot bail them out? John and Danny offer hope to parents who are blaming themselves for their child's problems. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Dec 01, 2022
When You Need Accountability
588

One of the difficult realities of having adult children is you cannot make their decisions for them. John and Danny discuss why trying to rescue your child from poor decisions isn't helpful, and how to surround yourself with godly friends if your child is struggling. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Nov 29, 2022
Creative Ways to Encourage Your Kids
419

Every child needs encouragement, but what do you do when your child's primary love language isn't words of affirmation? John and Danny share how to make your kids feel appreciated in other ways besides compliments. Featuring Julie Lavender.


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Nov 24, 2022
Can You Come Outside and Play?
732

Is it possible to still make time for your kids, even when it seems like the duties of life never end? John and Danny discuss times they played with their kids during busy seasons, and why those moments are so special. Featuring Julie Lavender.


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Nov 22, 2022
When Parents & Grandparents Aren't Talking
459

While many young kids have a great relationship with their grandparents, some are deeply strained. Danny and John give some encouragement to parents who don't want their children around the grandparents because of past family hurts. Featuring Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson.


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Nov 17, 2022
Making Your Faith Fun
505

As you're teaching your kids or grandkids about God, it's good sometimes to make it fun for them. John and Danny share fun ways to teach your kids about God, and provide encouragement to grandparents who feel like their teenager is pulling away from them during the teen years. Featuring Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson.


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Nov 15, 2022
Making Your Child Feel Loved - Part 2
715

It's been observed that in communication, it's not always about what you say, but it's also what the other person hears you say. The same principles applies for when you try to make your child feel loved. Danny and John share some of the common ways boys and girls tend to express love. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.


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Nov 10, 2022
Making Your Child Feel Loved - Part 1
598

You may be doing all you can to make your child feel loved, but what do you do when your son or daughter isn't receiving it? John and Danny discuss how to discern what makes your kid feel loved, even if he or she isn't talkative. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.


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Nov 08, 2022
Never Stop Being a Father Figure
697

Regardless of what age your kids are, it's critical for dads to always strive to be a healthy father figure. John and Danny offer some encouragement on how to be a father figure in someone's life who doesn't currently have one. Featuring Carey Casey.


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Nov 03, 2022
I Cannot Just Coast
536

Whether you have grown kids or even grandchildren, you should never stop trying to help the next generation. John and Danny give some fun ideas for how you can keep investing in young kids. Featuring Carey Casey.


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Nov 01, 2022
Helping vs. Enabling
586

If your adult child is about to make a bad decision, your reaction might be to step in and stop them. However, sometimes, the most loving thing you can do is let them face the consequences of their choices. John and Danny share why enabling bad behavior is never good for your parenting. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Oct 27, 2022
When Your Child Struggles to Launch
617

When a son or daughter struggles to launch well into adulthood, it can be heartbreaking for the parent. John and Danny share common reasons why kids have a hard time launching into maturity, and offer an opportunity to get help if your child is having trouble. Featuring Allison Bottke.


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Oct 25, 2022
Building Memories, Handling Frustrations
731

Making memories with your children is one of the best aspects of being a parent. Yet, every parent know that some moments are joyful while others are difficult. What do you do when parenting gets frustrating? John and Danny discuss the importance of creating memories with your children and how to respond well when you face frustration. Featuring Julie Lavender.


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Oct 20, 2022
Thoughts for Handling Conflict
604

It's unrealistic to think you can get through parenting without having any conflict with your kids. In fact, conflict is actually an opportunity for your relationship to grow. John and Danny offer hope to strong-willed parents on how to handle conflict. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.


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Oct 18, 2022
Cheerleader for the Hard Times
502

When your kids are figuring life out, at some point, they will encounter something difficult. John and Danny discuss how to be an encourager to your kids, and what you can do if your child isn't receiving encouragement. Featuring Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson.


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Oct 13, 2022
"When You Need Me, I'm Here"
583

With so many changes happening in our world, it can sometimes be challenging for grandparents to feel like they're truly connecting with their grandchildren. John and Danny discuss how a simple phrase, "When you need me, I'm here," can go a long way in helping grandparents relate to their grandkids. Featuring Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson.


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Oct 11, 2022
Trust Through Serving & Taking Risks
557

It's been observed that actions speak louder than words. The same is true for how your kids can see that your faith is authentic. John and Danny share how you can live out your faith by serving others and taking risks. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.


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Oct 06, 2022
Doubts & Giftings
638

All of us as Christians have battled with doubts at some point. Instead of pretending like we have faith figured out, it's good to let our kids see us be honest about doubts we've wrestled with. John and Danny share why doing so is important, plus they'll share ways to encourage your child in the things he or she is good at. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.


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Oct 04, 2022
Questions to Keep Them Engaged
555

Technology can be a big interference when trying to interact with your kids. To offer ideas for getting past tech distractions, John and Danny share how to ask your kids good questions that help them to stay engaged in conversation with you. Featuring Carey Casey.


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Sep 29, 2022
Leaving a Godly Legacy
582

Whether you have kids or grandkids, the choices you make today will impact future generations. John and Danny discuss how fathers and grandfathers can stay legacy minded in the decisions you make now. Featuring Carey Casey.

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Sep 27, 2022
Discipline vs. Punishment
483

While disciplining your child is essential sometimes, it must be balanced with a healthy dose of love. John and Danny share how to reassure your kids that you love them, even after you have to correct something they did wrong. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.


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Sep 22, 2022
Firstborn Parents & Having Fun
626

It's a common characteristic of firstborn children to be more of a rule follower personality. But no matter what your personality is, it's good to have fun with your children. John and Danny discuss how to have fun and ways to encourage your kids to be outward focused. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.


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Sep 20, 2022
Showing Them a Love for God
562



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Sep 15, 2022
When You Become a Grandparent
576

Grandparents play a very key role in society today. To address this important part of the family, John and Danny discuss how parents and grandparents can get along, even when they have a disagreement on how to interact with the kids. Featuring Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson.


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Sep 13, 2022
Seeing Prayer as a Conversation
698

In the same way that you enjoy having good conversations with your kids, God wants to talk to you. But how do you make prayer a consistent part of your life? John and Danny discuss the power of prayer, and how praying for their children has changed as their kids have grown. Featuring Jodie Berndt.


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Sep 08, 2022
Four Practical Prayer Tools
606

How can you make time to pray for your kids when life gets busy? John and Danny discuss how some simple and practical ideas have been helpful in praying for their children, amidst the busyness of life. Featuring Jodie Berndt.


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Sep 06, 2022
Mentors Who Influence Eternity
672

What do you do when your child isn't open to hearing the gospel? It might be that God will use a mentor to help bring your son or daughter back to the faith. John asks Danny about someone who had a huge influence on his own faith growing up. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.


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Sep 01, 2022
Real Faith for a Real World
598

With so many competing messages in the culture today, how can your teen retain his or her faith? John and Danny offer hope to parents on how to not be pessimistic about your son or daughter's faith. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.


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Aug 30, 2022
Behavior and Your Birth Order
569

It's common for a firstborn child to be a rule follower while younger kids tend to be more free-spirited. Yet sometimes, a child will break out of that paradigm. John asks Danny about times he's seen kids not follow the birth-order pattern. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.

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Aug 25, 2022
Bad Behavior and Doing Activities
662

Any parent will tell you that you don't have to train your child to misbehave. But what if the reason your child is acting up is because he or she is doing too many activities. John and Danny talk about how to discern if your child is involved in too many things. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.

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Aug 23, 2022
Your Daughter's Need for Attention
812

The needs that a daughter has versus a son are incredibly different. One of the worst things that can happen for your girl is for her to feel like she hasn't been heard. John and Danny discuss what some of the common needs are for every daughter. Featuring Dr. Meg Meeker.

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Aug 18, 2022
Sharing Why You Love God
501

Rather than hearing you preach about staying away from what's wrong, your child wants to know that your relationship with God is authentic. John and Danny share how you can have conversations with your kids about God, and balance them with discussing what's right and wrong. Featuring Dr. Meg Meeker.

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Aug 16, 2022
Truths About Prayer
592

Even if your child is doing well, it's still important to pray for him or her. But what about when you don't feel like praying? John and Danny explain the importance of making prayer a regular habit in your parenting. Featuring Jodie Berndt.

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Aug 11, 2022
Praying for Your Child's Future Spouse
664

Praying for your son or daughter's future spouse is one of the best things you can pray for. John and Danny explain some ways they've seen praying for the future spouse of a child make a big difference. Featuring Jodie Berndt.

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Aug 09, 2022
Where is God in This?
629

When your son or daughter wants to discuss something difficult going on in the culture, your first reaction might be to shrink back in fear. However, that could be the perfect moment to share your faith. John and Danny give some helpful questions you can ask your kids when they want to talk about pressing cultural issues and entertainment. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.

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Aug 04, 2022
Pointing to a Relationship with Jesus
566

As your child enters the teen phase, it will likely be a time where you may need to have difficult conversations about God and faith. Yet, those discussions could be a wonderful opportunity to connect with your son or daughter. John and Danny share how engaging in awkward conversations can be a gateway to your child having a better understanding of the gospel. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.

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Aug 02, 2022
The Great Balance of Parenting
657

Disciplining your child is critically important for helping him or her develop as a person. But if you overuse discipline, it can backfire on you as a parent. John and Danny explain why it's good to not repeat yourself too much when asking your kids to do something. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.

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Jul 28, 2022
Teaching Your Kids Relational Skills
497

Teaching your kids good relational skills doesn't happen by accident. But what do you do when one parent isn't around or involved in your children's lives? John and Danny offer some hope to parents who are trying to raise their kids without another person's help. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.

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Jul 26, 2022
Faith Fuels Good Choices
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Reading how Jesus treated people in Scripture is a beautiful opportunity to see His character. To help encourage your child's faith, Danny tells John about one of his favorite Scriptures he's taught his kids. Featuring Dr. Meg Meeker.

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Jul 21, 2022
Talking to Your Daughter About Sex
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It's not easy to talk to your daughter about sex. But, if you don't have those types of conversations, she'll get her input of what's right and wrong from other influences. John and Danny share when it's a good time to talk to your daughter about sexuality, and give hope to parents whose daughter has already crossed some boundary lines. Featuring Dr. Meg Meeker.

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Jul 19, 2022
Praying for Your Child's Tech Use
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While having rules is good for your kids, truth be told, your rules can only go so far in changing their hearts. The same is true for the ways your child makes decisions with handling technology. John talks with Danny about ways he's learned to talk to his kids about using technology. Featuring Jodie Berndt.

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Jul 14, 2022
Praying for a Struggling Child
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If your child has left the faith, it's one of the saddest things you can discover as a parent. However, it doesn't have to be the end of the story. John and Danny discuss why praying for your child is still effective, even if your son or daughter isn't walking with Christ. Featuring Jodie Berndt.

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Jul 12, 2022
How to Hear from God About Your Kids
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Sometimes as a parent, you want to make a decision. Yet, deep inside you feel like God is telling you to do something different. Danny tells John about a time he had to follow God's lead when he didn't feel like it, and provides some insights on how to hear from the Lord about your parenting. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.

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Jul 07, 2022
Why Kids Leave the Faith
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Sadly, many children who grew up in church have turned away from the faith. If you have a child who is far from God, we want to offer you some hope. John and Danny provide a dose of encouragement to parents whose child isn't walking with the Lord. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.

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Jul 05, 2022
Ways You Can Have Fun
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As a parent, it's good to have fun with your children. Even if you're not the naturally, fun-loving type, John and Danny will give some ideas for how you can have a good time with your kids. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.

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Jun 30, 2022
Rules for Their Protection
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Rules are designed to keep your child safe. So, how do you respond when your son hates rules? John and Danny share how you can show your child respect, even when giving him rules. Featuring Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly.

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Jun 28, 2022
Encouraging Healthy Femininity
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Our daughters are constantly fed lies from the culture on what it means to be strong. But even with so many mixed messages, you can model a better way for her. John and Danny offer some encouragement on how you can show your daughter what true strength is. Featuring Dr. Meg Meeker.

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Jun 23, 2022
When a Dad Protects His Daughter
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A healthy father will do anything to keep his daughter safe. But what does that look like as she gets older? John and Danny discuss how fathers can protect their daughters when they enter the teen years. Featuring Dr. Meg Meeker.

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Jun 21, 2022