Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Helping Kids Discover Their Identity in Christ Jul 30, 2020

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The world tells your kids they must conform in order to fit in. John and Danny discuss believers' true identity as seen in scripture. Featuring Ray Vander Laan. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

Encouraging Children in Their Unique Calling Jul 28, 2020

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As your children prepare to leave high school, they'll face big life decisions, such as where to go to college or where to work. They might be asking, "What is God's will for my life?" John and Danny discuss how to help your kids identify their unique calling. Featuring Ray Vander Laan.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

Persevering in Parenting Jul 23, 2020

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If you feel like you correct the same behavior in your kids over and over, don't give up! Your teaching will sink in if you persevere. John and Danny offer advice for teaching kids to be thankful and respectful. Featuring Ginger Hubbard.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

Teaching Young Children to Honor God Jul 21, 2020

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Kids are like sponges. As young as preschool, they can start to absorb Biblical truth. John and Danny discuss how to encourage your kids' faith according to their unique temperaments. Featuring Ginger Hubbard.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

Guiding Your Teen in Faith and Dating Jul 16, 2020

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If you're like many parents, you have to fight the urge to lecture your teen. You know it won't help, but it can feel so satisfying. John and Danny discuss the influence parents gain by taking the time to connect with their teenage children. Featuring Dr. Ken Wilgus.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

Mending Your Relationship with Your Teenager Jul 14, 2020

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Sometimes the hardest people to forgive are those closest to you. John and Danny discuss how Christian parents can show grace when their teen has wronged them. Featuring Dr. Ken Wilgus.
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Allowing Children to Make Mistakes Jul 09, 2020

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Your kids will make some mistakes as they grow older and gain more independence. John and Danny discuss how to pick your battles and affirm your kids' positive behavior. Featuring Courtney DeFeo.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

The Antidote to Bickering and Whining Jul 07, 2020

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Sibling conflict happens in every family. The question is, how should you respond? John and Danny consider how to deal with sibling rivalry. Featuring Courtney DeFeo.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

The World Desperately Needs Good Dads Jul 02, 2020

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Dads don't have to be perfect to positively influence their kids. John and Danny discuss how men can embrace their role in the family. Featuring Joe Battaglia and Joe Pellegrino.
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

Empowering Men to Be Godly Mentors Jun 30, 2020

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There are many fatherless boys who would benefit from a godly man's guidance and stability. John and Danny discuss how men can make a difference in kids' lives through mentoring. Receive the book Fathers Say with your gift of any amount!