Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Faith for Exiles" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-05-12?refcd=1435802Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/how-to-hear-from-god-about-your-kids/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/helping-kids-retain-their-faith-digital-product/?refcd=1435802If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Faith for Exiles" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-05-12?refcd=1435802Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/why-kids-leave-the-faith/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/helping-kids-retain-their-faith-digital-product/?refcd=1435802If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Dr. Kevin Leman and Jean Daly discuss the importance of having fun with your kids. They share ideas on physical games like Get Dad Off the Sofa and swinging kids in a blanket. The chapter emphasizes the value of fun in family life and balancing tasks with playfulness. They also explore the significance of embracing various parenting methods and the transformative effect of bonding through fun activities.

Child psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman and family therapist Jean Daly discuss setting rules to keep children safe. They explore showing respect while giving rules, understanding children's behavior, and building trust and respect with sons.

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Raising a Strong Daughter in a Toxic Culture" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-04-28?refcd=1413702Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/encouraging-healthy-femininity/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/navigating-a-toxic-culture-with-your-daughter-digital-product/?refcd=1413702If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Dr. Meg Meeker, expert in parenting and author, joins to discuss how fathers can protect their daughters in their teen years. Topics include guiding daughters towards God for security, building strong relationships, setting clear expectations, exploring parental influences, balancing protection with independence, and parenting resources for fathers.

Author Jodie Berndt discusses the importance of teaching kids to follow Christ. Practicing gratitude fuels children's passion for loving God. Strategies for making faith fun and nurturing gratitude at home are shared.

Author Jodie Berndt discusses how Scripture can be an encouragement in parenting while waiting on God. Topics include parental prayers, developing patience, gratitude, and building a strong relationship with God through prayer and scripture.

Authors David Kinnaman and youth ministry expert Mark Matlock discuss the reasons why kids leave the faith, the four categories of faith among young adults, and the importance of parents building a strong foundation of faith for their children.

Experts David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock discuss guiding kids towards faith in a screen-driven world. They explore challenges for parents, digital media's impact on youth, peer influence, and empowering children to make decisions. They also highlight the book 'Faith for Exiles' and encourage donations for a copy.