Living Out Podcast Your Questions on Parenting 11-18 Year-Olds (Your Questions #5)
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Jul 31, 2025 In this engaging discussion, guests Robin Barfield and Jennifer Kvamme share their expertise on parenting teens. Robin, a seasoned family and youth minister, along with Jennifer, a student ministry leader and author, dive into vital topics like how to foster a relationship with Jesus and discuss the gift of singleness. They also explore loving same-sex attracted teens while maintaining biblical truths. Their insights on creative parenting and practical resources empower parents to navigate the complexities of adolescence with grace.
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Accompany Teens Through Wrestling
- Do accompany teenagers through questions and doubts rather than shutting them down.
- Listen patiently and pray, trusting God to work as they wrestle with faith and identity.
Value The Child's Uniqueness
- Each child is uniquely wired so copy-paste parenting rarely fits.
- Adjust parental approaches to a child's personality rather than following one-size-fits-all solutions.
Shift From Control To Accompaniment
- Do shift from control to patient accompaniment as children become teens.
- Replace lectures with gentle questions, listening, and prayer.
