Focus on Parenting Podcast (Focus on the Family)
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| 15 Jan 2019 | The Value of Mentoring Fatherless Boys, Part 3 | 00:10:32 | |
Not every child has the benefit of having both parents around to raise them. John and Danny talk about how different children deal with having an absent parent. Featuring John Smithbaker and Scott MacNaughton. | |||
| 19 Sep 2023 | Encouraging Resiliency, Even When You’re Disappointed | 00:10:59 | |
How do you respond when your child messes up? Danny tells John about how he responded to a time he was disappointed in one of his kids. You'll also hear Dr. Kathy Koch and Jim Daly discuss healthy ways to affirm your kids when they're trying.
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5 Emotional and Relational Intelligence Skills
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| 11 Feb 2025 | Sorting Through Conflict with Your Teen | 00:12:29 | |
Conflict is one of the more challenging aspects of raising teenagers. Jodie Berndt and Jim Daly bring up how you can deal with conflict well when tensions are high with your teen. Plus, Danny and John share about the need for humility when communicating with your teenager.
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Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
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Hard Prayers to Pray for Your Kids
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| 04 Jan 2024 | Let Go of Perfection and Control | 00:10:39 | |
No matter how hard you try, you can't be the perfect parent. Jim Daly and Ashley Willis bring up why it's good to let go of perfectionism. Also, Danny and John address what to do when your kid makes a bad decision that you disagree with.
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Does Performance Drive Your Parenting?
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| 23 May 2019 | Speaking Your Teen's Love Language, Part 4 | 00:09:50 | |
Do you have a kid who takes negative words to heart? John and Danny give tips on how to constructively criticize without hurting your child. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman. | |||
| 28 Feb 2019 | Equipping Your Kids to Handle Money, Part 8 | 00:11:12 | |
Teaching children the value of money is important but where to start? John and Danny talk about helping kids to seethe difference between buying something you want and just spending money because you can. | |||
| 24 Oct 2023 | When a Child Prefers Your Spouse Over You | 00:12:15 | |
Have you ever felt like you couldn't get along well with a certain child, but your spouse could? Branda Garrison shares with Jim Daly about how she navigated that very scenario in her own parenting. Plus, John and Danny offer hope to parents who are not on good speaking terms with an adult child.
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Redrawing Boundaries with Adult Children
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| 08 Aug 2024 | Hearing from God as a Busy Parent | 00:13:17 | |
All of us are busy raising our kids. As your schedule gets crowded, how do you make time to pray and hear God speak to you? Jim Daly and Courtney Ellis share how learning to hear from God is possible, even when you're super busy. Then, Danny talks with John about how learning to hear from God has helped him be a better parent.
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Attuning to God’s Presence and Calling
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| 20 Mar 2025 | Ways Your Child Learns Well | 00:12:20 | |
Were you a good student in school, or was the classroom a struggle for you? John and Danny open up about if they were responsible with their homework or not growing up. Also, Jim Daly and Cynthia Tobias explain how some kids process information very differently from others.
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Cynthia Tobias’ - Learning Styles Profiles
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| 22 Jan 2019 | Developing Your Child's Unique Personality, Part 3 | 00:09:00 | |
Just because your kids are all raised in the same house does not mean they will all be the same. John and Danny talk about how to create the kind of space your kids need to grow into their personalities. Featuring Julie Lyles Carr. | |||
| 03 Nov 2022 | Never Stop Being a Father Figure | 00:11:37 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Championship Grandfathering: How to Build a Winning Legacy" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-09-27?refcd=1509003 Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/never-stop-being-a-father-figure/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/being-a-champion-to-your-grandkids-digital-product/?refcd=1509003 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ | |||
| 24 Nov 2020 | Simple Steps to Teach Resilience | 00:11:04 | |
John and Danny discuss the importance of letting your child problem-solve in everyday life. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | Showing Hospitality as a Parent | 00:11:33 | |
Showing hospitality can be one of the best ways to give back to kids in your community. Lisa-Jo Baker shares with Jim and Jean Daly about how she invited company over when her kids got older. Plus, John and Danny address why it's good to open up your home to others. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
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Show Your Kids How to Be Hospitable to Your Neighbors
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| 20 Jul 2023 | Encouragement for Parents Raising a Child with Autism | 00:11:53 | |
Raising a child with special needs is not easy. If you or someone you know is in that situation, John and Danny will offer some encouragement. Plus, Jim Daly and Julie Hornok speak about her experience of raising a daughter with autism.
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Hope and Help for Parents with a Child with Autism
Encouraging Social and Behavioral Development in Children with Special Needs
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| 26 Jan 2023 | Stop the Bad Stuff | 00:07:31 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-01-24?refcd=1602102 Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/stop-the-bad-stuff/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-adult-children-digital-download/?refcd=1602102 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ | |||
| 12 Dec 2024 | God is Doing a New Thing | 00:12:35 | |
If you had a difficult upbringing, you can still be a great mom or dad. Heidi St. John shares with Jim Daly about the moment she learned she didn't have to repeat her father's mistakes. Also Danny talks with John about how he's seen people overcome a challenging background, and learn to be very good parents.
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How to Be an Active, Gospel-Centered Mom
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| 27 Mar 2025 | Rules, The Relationship and Cell Phones | 00:11:41 | |
Parenting teens is a process of letting go. Jim Daly and Kari Kampakis address the need to focus on your relationship with your teens instead of fixating solely on rules. Plus, John and Danny share about the need to keep the relationship strong by not letting cell phones consume your time.
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| 01 Oct 2020 | Connecting With Distant Teens | 00:13:09 | |
If you're like many parents, it's hard to get your teenager to spend time with you. And, when you are together, you might not relate to your child's hobbies or taste in music. John and Danny offer advice to help you connect with your teen. Featuring Dr. Kara Powell. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 24 Mar 2022 | Your Teen Son's Self-Esteem | 00:10:05 | |
A healthy confidence is one of the best things you teen son can develop. But how can you help him get it? John and Danny share how teaching your son to serve others can help him embrace confidence. Featuring Jonathan McKee. | |||
| 16 May 2024 | Getting Rid of Clutter in Your Home | 00:09:49 | |
What do you do when there's something in your house you want to get rid of, but your kids want to keep? Danny tells John about a time this very scenario happened in his home. Also, to help you be more organized, Jim Daly and Courtney Ellis will encourage you to teach your kids generosity, and to be honest with yourself about your spending patterns.
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| 29 Dec 2020 | Help Your Teen Value Inner Beauty | 00:13:01 | |
Social media adds even more pressure to teens who are already self-conscious about their appearance. John and Danny describe important conversations to have with teens about beauty and body image. | |||
| 06 Jul 2023 | When a Frustrating Moment Becomes Fun | 00:10:59 | |
Have you ever had a really frustrating moment as a parent that later became a fun memory? John and Danny share some examples from their own parenting journeys. You'll also hear from Jim Daly who speaks with Gary Thomas about learning to embrace the moment you're in as a mom or dad.
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| 09 Aug 2022 | Praying for Your Child's Future Spouse | 00:11:04 | |
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. | |||
| 17 Jun 2021 | Parents and Grandparents: Tips for Communication | 00:11:04 | |
Grandparents can play a significant role in their grandchild's life by offering their unconditional love. John and Danny list topics for grandparents and parents to discuss to prevent misunderstandings. | |||
| 17 Jan 2019 | The Value of Mentoring Fatherless Boys, Part 4 | 00:09:16 | |
Not every child has the benefit of having both parents around to raise them. John and Danny talk about how different children deal with having an absent parent. Featuring John Smithbaker and Scott MacNaughton. | |||
| 09 Feb 2021 | Practical Advice for New Moms | 00:10:58 | |
When you're a new parent, it's important to stay flexible and give yourself grace as you learn. John and Danny discuss what they wish they would've known before they had kids. | |||
| 13 Feb 2020 | Raising Boys to be Godly Young Men, Part 9 | 00:08:34 | |
If you ever daydream as a mom about what your son will be like at 25 years old, it might be time to start letting go of him starting in his teens. John and Danny discuss how overmothering him now, might make you resent your son when he's still sticking around at 25. | |||
| 17 Mar 2020 | Trusting God with Your Adult Child, Part 1 | 00:08:44 | |
Parents often play whack-a-mole. They help their teens or adult children through one problem and another pops up. John and Danny provide hope and encouragement for the whack-a-mole parent. Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children with your gift of any amount! | |||
| 15 Jul 2021 | When Your Child Moves Away | 00:09:43 | |
Seeing your child leave home is one of the biggest and sometimes hardest transitions you'll make as a parent. John and Danny willl provide some tips for making that transition well. | |||
| 26 Jul 2022 | Teaching Your Kids Relational Skills | 00:08:17 | |
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. | |||
| 11 Mar 2021 | Trusting God in a High-Risk Pregnancy | 00:07:55 | |
It's normal to be anxious if you're facing a high-risk pregnancy. John and Danny offer advice for coming alongside friends struggling with fear. | |||
| 08 Aug 2019 | Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family, Part 4 | 00:11:27 | |
Sometimes we can feel like we’re taking one step forward, and two steps back when it comes to communicating in a meaningful way at home with our families. John and Danny emphasize how that dance doesn’t have to lead to disaster. | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | Behavior and Your Birth Order | 00:09:29 | |
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. | |||
| 26 Dec 2023 | A Safe Place for Single Moms | 00:09:34 | |
There's a growing number of kids who are growing up without a father in the home. John and Danny share statistics that illustrate the need to reach out to single moms in your community. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk to Dr. Roland Warren, who was raised by his mother growing up.
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| 28 Feb 2023 | Encouragement for Middle-Age Moms | 00:08:50 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-28?refcd=1617902 Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/encouragement-for-middle-age-moms/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-as-a-wife-and-mom-in-the-middle-years-digital-download/?refcd=1617902 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ | |||
| 17 Nov 2020 | Is Your Child Doubting or Deepening Their Faith? | 00:11:32 | |
It's healthy for your kids to explore their doubts about Christianity. John and Danny offer tips for sharing your beliefs with teens and young adults. Featuring Dr. Kara Powell. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 21 May 2019 | Speaking Your Teen's Love Language, Part 3 | 00:10:43 | |
Do you have a kid who takes negative words to heart? John and Danny give tips on how to constructively criticize without hurting your child. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman. | |||
| 25 Feb 2021 | Speaking the Truth in Love to Teens | 00:10:05 | |
Your words can strengthen your long-term relationship with your teen or push them away. John and Danny offer advice on correcting teens in love. | |||
| 31 Oct 2019 | Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Kids, Part 1 | 00:11:51 | |
We want our kids to be able to function well in society. That’s why we have to create boundaries for them when they’re young. John and Danny explain how to set boundaries by striking a balance of love and limits even if those boundaries are met with resistance. | |||
| 03 Jan 2023 | When Your Little Kid Worries | 00:11:26 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Josh and Christi Straub's children's book "What Am I Feeling?" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-01-03?refcd=1599101 Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-your-little-kid-worries/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.https://store.focusonthefamily.com/helping-kids-navigate-worry-in-healthy-ways-digital-download/?refcd=1599101 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ | |||
| 27 Jun 2024 | Challenges Young People Face in Their Faith | 00:14:02 | |
So many anti-Christian messages are being promoted to our kids today. John and Danny will discuss how to respond well if your child finds information online that tries to refute the Bible. Also, J. Warner Wallace and Jim Daly talk about the influence technology has on our children's minds today.
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How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers
Teach Kids How to Defend Their Faith
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| 12 Oct 2023 | Finding Peace When It’s Chaotic | 00:09:20 | |
As a parent, you long for peace and joy. But how do you find them when life feels chaotic? Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about lessons we can learn from Jesus on what real peace looks like. You'll also hear John and Danny share about how to remind yourself Jesus is with you, even during a parenting storm. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Peace Pirates" for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Download "Rediscovering Your Joy in Motherhood" Check out our "That the World May Know" video series If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. | |||
| 08 Apr 2025 | When a Teenager is Acting Up | 00:10:38 | |
It's difficult to process when your teen misbehaves. John and Danny open up about times their kids didn't behave well, and what they learned as dads. Plus, Jim Daly and Jodie Berndt address why trying to control your teenager's behavior is a poor parenting strategy.
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Hard Prayers to Pray for Your Kids
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| 29 Oct 2024 | Getting Your Kids Off of Screens | 00:12:58 | |
You go anywhere in public, and kids are on their screens. How can we teach our kids to be more disciplined? David Murrow talks with Jim Daly about growing up in a household where the tv was constantly on. Plus, John and Danny give a practical tip for parents to help your children not use screens so much.
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| 16 Jan 2020 | Raising Boys to be Godly Young Men, Part 7 | 00:10:54 | |
Dads have a tendency to back off when a mom is super strong, especially when dealing with their sons. John and Danny discuss why Dad sometimes gets jealous of mom and son’s relationship and warn against retreating because of it. | |||
| 26 Feb 2019 | Equipping Your Kids to Handle Money, Part 7 | 00:09:56 | |
Teaching children the value of money is important but where to start? John and Danny talk about helping kids to seethe difference between buying something you want and just spending money because you can. | |||
| 15 Apr 2021 | Evangelism Opportunities for Kids | 00:13:03 | |
If you look for them, you can find opportunities to share the gospel every day. John and Danny discuss how to pass an evangelistic mindset on to your kids. | |||
| 03 Dec 2020 | Fan Into Flame Your Child's Faith | 00:11:24 | |
You play a key role in encouraging your child's faith. John and Danny discuss how to embolden your children to stand up for their beliefs. Featuring Lee Nienhuis. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 05 Oct 2023 | God is With You in Embarrassing Moments | 00:12:01 | |
What's your most embarrassing moment? John and Danny share some of their embarrassing stories, and also how God's peace is a sustaining force when parenting feels crazy. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis on what she learned after a washer broke down.
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Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
5 Spiritual Disciplines to Strengthen Your Faith
6 Ways You Make a Difference as a Parent
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| 04 May 2023 | Showing Love After an Apology | 00:09:49 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Child Became a Teenager How to Help Your Teen Get Closer to God If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | Why Did I Have an Angry Outburst? | 00:10:49 | |
Getting angry at your kids is not fun, especially if it turns into an outburst. Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about a time she got very mad at her kids during a trip. Also, Danny Huerta and John Fuller share how sometimes anger is rooted in fear. They'll even discuss how you can replace fear with love.
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The Vulnerable Truth of Motherhood
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| 19 Nov 2019 | Raising Boys to be Godly Young Men, Part 2 | 00:09:44 | |
Little boys share a special bond with their moms because they often spend the most amount of time together. John and Danny explain how time with mom during the first few years of a boy's life can shape their view of women. | |||
| 30 May 2019 | Embracing Childlike Faith as a Mom, Part 2 | 00:09:52 | |
Do you struggle with perfectionism as a parent? John and Danny give advice on letting yourself - and your children - relax. Featuring Erin Hawley. | |||
| 14 May 2019 | Raising Godly Children in Today's Culture, Part 1 | 00:09:16 | |
Do you fear hurting your child's opinion of you? Do you avoiding saying no so you won't be unpopular? Arlene Pellicane has some advice for you. | |||
| 10 Dec 2020 | Reconciling With a Prodigal Child | 00:13:09 | |
In the story of the prodigal son in the Bible, the father spotted his son in the distance and ran to meet him. John and Danny help parents prepare for the day their prodigal child returns. | |||
| 06 Jun 2023 | When You Feel Guilt as a Parent | 00:09:13 | |
Trying to be the perfect mom or dad is a sure way to set yourself up for disappointment. Jim Daly and Gary Thomas talk about letting go of perfectionism. Also, John and Danny discuss how apologizing when you get something wrong can help your relationship overall.
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How to Handle Working Mom Guilt
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| 13 Feb 2024 | The Greatest Compliment a Parent Gives | 00:09:58 | |
If you walk into a public setting, so many people are on their phones. In a world so disconnected, how can you find time with your kids? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder share why it's critical to give your kids time. Also, John and Danny address why practicing gratitude can help your relationship be more connected.
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| 07 Jun 2022 | A Strong Faith in a World of Screens | 00:10:25 | |
How do you inspire your children to follow God in a world driven by screens? John and Danny talk about how to encourage your kids to engage the real-world, without compromising their values. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock. | |||
| 31 Dec 2020 | Know Your Child Deeply | 00:14:49 | |
John and Danny give hope to parents who are discouraged by their child's behavior and offer tips for knowing your child well. | |||
| 29 Aug 2023 | When Your Children Leave Home | 00:12:57 | |
It's emotional when your son or daughter leaves home, and you become an empty nester. John and Danny share where they are in that journey; and Gary Thomas and Jim Daly will offer you a few tips for preparing for the empty nest years.
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Drink in the Beauty of Family Life
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| 02 Aug 2022 | Pointing to a Relationship with Jesus | 00:09:26 | |
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. | |||
| 04 Jul 2019 | How to Raise Strong Believers, Part 2 | 00:08:37 | |
It's important to keep your children healthy physically, but their spiritual health is just as important. Danny and John discuss practical ways to help your kids grow spiritually every day. Featuring Natasha Crain. | |||
| 20 Oct 2020 | Discipling Your Grandchildren | 00:11:32 | |
To influence your grandchild's faith, start by establishing a strong relationship. John and Danny offer tips for relating to grandchildren of all ages. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 26 Nov 2024 | “Why Are We on Screens So Much?” | 00:11:03 | |
So many of us are quick to pull out our phones. But what kind of example is that setting for our kids? David Murrow sits down with Jim Daly to discuss why spending too much time on a screen is bad for our brains. Then, Danny and John offer you ways to positively use your phone.
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| 12 Apr 2022 | Telling Your Kids About Jesus | 00:09:59 | |
Sharing your faith with a son or daughter is a wonderful privilege. But, what do you do when you try telling your child about Jesus, and he or she doesn't understand? John and Danny offer some hope to parents facing that situation. Featuring Natasha Crain. | |||
| 20 Aug 2020 | Identifying Prodigal Children | 00:12:27 | |
It's painful to watch older children stray from the Christian life. John and Danny offer encouragement to parents with prodigal children. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 26 Apr 2022 | God of the Last Minute | 00:09:33 | |
Many times in Scripture, God did a miracle at what seemed like the last minute. But how do you respond when God doesn't answer a prayer for your child the way you'd hoped? John and Danny offer a word of encouragement for parents who are struggling to have hope. Featuring Sheila Erwin. | |||
| 20 Apr 2021 | Helping Pre-Teens Understand Their Emotions | 00:12:18 | |
It's normal for pre-teens to start experiencing more intense feelings or for their self-confidence to take a nosedive. John and Danny discuss how to help your teen navigate mood swings and emotional changes. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 22 Dec 2022 | Having Fun and Serving Others | 00:08:02 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "365 Ways to Love Your Child: Turning Little Moments into Lasting Memories" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-10-20?refcd=1587004 Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/having-fun-and-serving-others/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/showing-love-to-your-child-every-day-digital-download/?refcd=1587004 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ | |||
| 15 Aug 2019 | Becoming a Clutter-Free Family, Part 4 | 00:13:39 | |
Many of us are blessed to be able to just go down to the corner store and get the things we need, like plastic bins to try to keep things organized, but sometimes the problem is that we just have too much stuff. John and Danny show how kids need to learn how to be content with what they have because when parents give them everything they want, often that stuff just adds to clutter around the house. | |||
| 28 Mar 2023 | Expectations for Marriage While Parenting | 00:09:53 | |
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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| 18 Apr 2019 | Leading Your Child Through Emotional Milestones, Part 4 | 00:09:53 | |
Teaching your son to articulate his feelings may be one of the best gifts you give him. Featuring David Thomas and Sissy Goff. | |||
| 13 Jul 2021 | Giving Appropriate Affirmation | 00:11:59 | |
Encouraging your child is a wonderful thing, but how do you do it when you need to confront him or her? John and Danny offer some tips for responding well when your child disappoints you. | |||
| 01 Jul 2021 | Encouraging Healthy Learning Habits | 00:12:51 | |
It's easy to celebrate your kid when he or she makes a good grade, but what about when he or she perseveres through something difficult? John and Danny offer some thoughts on how to encourage your children when they show resilience. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | Traits of Resilience | 00:10:15 | |
It's inspiring to see someone who doesn't give up, even when things get tough. As a parent, you want to instill that kind of toughness in your son or daughter. John and Danny talk about encouraging your kids to not give up; plus, Jim Daly speaks with Dr. Kathy Koch about the benefits of resiliency.
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| 12 Sep 2024 | Communicate with Your Spouse About Your Teen | 00:11:08 | |
Moms and dads both play very different roles in raising a teenager. To help you through that process, Danny and John discuss tension points that a teen may have with mom and dad. Plus, Dr. Ken Wilgus talks to Jim Daly about how to handle consequences when a teenager misbehaves.
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| 21 Apr 2022 | Teen Sons & Substance Abuse | 00:11:54 | |
Many kids and teens today are being influenced by things they see on social media. While it has it's good sides, social media can also cause your child to compare themselves with others. John and Danny share how you can encourage your child to be more outward focused in a world driven by screens. Featuring Jonathan McKee. | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | Staying Silent When You Want to Scream | 00:11:06 | |
When your young adult child makes a decision that you strongly disagree with, should you speak up or remain silent? John and Danny give some pointers on whether or not to speak up in that situation. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Brenda Garrison on how she reconciled with her daughter Katie.
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| 06 Apr 2023 | When You Get Mad at Your Teenager | 00:12:35 | |
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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| 27 Oct 2022 | Helping vs. Enabling | 00:09:46 | |
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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-10-25?refcd=1503505 Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/helping-vs-enabling/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-10-25?refcd=1503505 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/ | |||
| 28 Oct 2021 | Parenting and Love Styles (Part 1 of 2) | 00:11:12 | |
The family you came from has a huge influence on the ways you raise your own kids. In this profound conversation, John and Danny will encourage you to examine how your family of origin has impacted your parenting. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich. | |||
| 08 Jan 2019 | Helping Teen Girls Love Their Families Well, Part 4 | 00:12:16 | |
John Fuller and Danny Huerta talk about how to help your teen empathize with their family members. Featuring Jessie Minassian. | |||
| 27 Feb 2020 | What You Need to be a Happier Mom, Part 2 | 00:10:33 | |
If you're not the superwoman who can hold a 9-5 job, cook, clean and get the kids to bed on time every single day, don't worry, you're not alone. John and Danny provide encouragement for the mom who wants to do it all, but finds that's not always possible. Receive the book The 10 Habits of Happy Mothers with your gift of any amount! | |||
| 03 Jan 2019 | Equipping Your Kids to Handle Money, Part 4 | 00:12:39 | |
Teaching children the value of money is important but where to start? John and Danny talk about helping kids to seethe difference between buying something you want and just spending money because you can. | |||
| 08 Jul 2021 | When You're Exhausted as a Parent | 00:14:43 | |
How can parents keep it together when they feel so tired? Danny and John give some encouragement to exhausted moms and dads. Featuring Amber Lea and Wendy Speake. | |||
| 07 Feb 2019 | Helping Teen Girls Love Their Families Well, Part 7 | 00:14:01 | |
John Fuller and Danny Huerta talk about how to help your teen empathize with their family members. Featuring Jessie Minassian. | |||
| 11 Jan 2022 | The Adult They'll Become | 00:13:30 | |
When your child is young, you dream about the man or woman they'll become. But how do you prepare them for the future ahead? John and Danny share how you can invest in your child's future by teaching them God's Word. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe. | |||
| 26 Aug 2021 | Fight for a Better Future | 00:11:18 | |
What do you see when you look back on your family history? For some, there are beautiful memories, but for others, it's a history of brokenness. No matter what your story is, John and Danny will encourage you that God can help you live out a better future. Featuring Elizabeth Oates. | |||
| 10 Nov 2020 | The Root of Prodigal Behavior | 00:13:36 | |
John and Danny discuss how to target the deeper spiritual problem behind a prodigal child's behavior. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. | |||
| 12 Aug 2021 | When You Have a Strong-Willed Child | 00:11:07 | |
Every child has a unique, God-given personality. But what do you do when your son or daughter is always determined to get his or her way? John and Danny give some hope to parents with a strong-willed son or daughter. Featuring guest Cynthia Tobias. | |||
| 27 Feb 2025 | Inspiring Them, Not Forcing Them | 00:11:06 | |
How do you encourage your kids when they seem distant or uninterested in persevering? Kari Kampakis joins Jim Daly to talk about a time she encouraged her daughter to stay with a particular activity. Then, Danny and John will share how you can inspire your kids to follow what they're passionate about.
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| 09 May 2024 | Having Joy as a Parent | 00:10:12 | |
Choosing joy is essential if you're going to have lasting happiness as a parent. John and Danny address how you can still have joy, even if you're facing difficult circumstances as a mom or dad. Plus, Jim Daly and Janel Breitenstein share how being joyful is ultimately a decision you make, even in your parenting
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| 19 Mar 2024 | Don’t Stuff Away Childhood Trauma | 00:11:25 | |
Undealt with childhood trauma can last for years or even decades. If that's part of your past, how do you move forward in a healthy direction? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Roland Warren, who faced a lot of trauma growing up, and has learned to overcome it. John and Danny will also encourage you that it's never too late to find healing.
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| 08 Oct 2019 | Motivating Kids to Reflect the Character of God, Part 1 | 00:13:10 | |
One of the hardest things we have to do sometimes as parents is to just sit on our hands, and not rescue our kids from tough situations. John and Danny discuss the importance of giving children the space to succeed or fail, but making sure it's within a safe environment. | |||
| 25 Apr 2024 | Talking to Your Pre-Teens About Sex – Part 2 | 00:09:27 | |
How do you encourage your kids to save sex for marriage when they hear so many toxic messages from the world? Jim Daly talks to a panel of parents about a creative analogy for encouraging your kids to stay sexually pure. Also, John and Danny offer hope to parents who discover their kids are looking at pornography.
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| 10 Dec 2019 | Finding Freedom as a Grace Based Mom, Part 7 | 00:09:48 | |
Children are a gift from God, and John and Danny emphasize how important it is for Christian parents to keep that in mind especiallly during tough times. | |||
| 02 Apr 2019 | Leading Your Child Through Emotional Milestones, Part 1 | 00:10:54 | |
Teaching your son to articulate his feelings may be one of the best gifts you give him. Featuring David Thomas and Sissy Goff. | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Dealing with Loneliness & Cyberbullying | 00:13:40 | |
The internet is a wonderful tool, but if your child isn't careful, he or she could encounter online bullying. Jim Daly and Dannah Gresh address some of the dangers kids are facing today with the internet. You'll also hear John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta talk about how to respond if your child faces online bullying.
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| 09 Jan 2025 | Trauma That Occurs in Many Single Parent Homes | 00:10:28 | |
Raising kids by yourself isn't easy. To help encourage single parents in your community, John and Danny address some of the challenges single moms and dads face. Also, Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel on some of the struggles children in single-parent households deal with.
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| 24 Dec 2019 | Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Kids, Part 4 | 00:12:09 | |
Strong-willed children must face the consequences of their actions, but John and Danny warn against breaking the will of the strong-willed child. | |||