Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1299906Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-adult-theyll-become/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

The Bible reminds us that God has shown us more grace than we deserve. As parents, we're given a beautiful and unique opportunity to point our kids to His kindness and love. John and Danny discuss ways you can show your kid grace, even when he or she messes up. Featuring Crystal Paine.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1298702Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/grace-for-your-childs-mistakes/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We've all been guilty of wondering, "What do others think about my parenting?" While self-awareness is healthy, being obsessed with your reputation as a mom or dad is not good. John and Danny share promises from God's Word you can cling to as a parent. Featuring Crystal Paine.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1298702Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/relationship-over-reputation/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Watching your son or daughter make choices on their own can be exciting, but also nerve-wracking. But what do you do when he or she is determined to do things without your input? Danny and John give some tips on when it might be a good time to draw boundaries with your son or daughter. Featuring Matt Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the Jacobsons' book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1292202Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/healthy-respect-and-good-boundaries/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Your child longs to be affirmed. The truth is, a little bit of encouragement can go a long way in helping your son or daughter. John talks with Danny about how he's seen encouragement make a difference in his parenting. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the Jacobsons' book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1292202Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/giving-consistent-encouragement/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

How do you guide a child who wants to please everyone? While wanting to be liked is a good thing, trying to make everyone happy is a dangerous path for your son or daughter to walk. John and Danny discuss how to give your child a genuine confidence when he or she struggles with people pleasing. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the Yerkovichs' book "How We Love Our Kids: The 5 Love Styles of Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-28?refcd=1289801Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/patterns-of-a-pleaser/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your son or daughter is young, he or she tends to look up to you. However, that usually changes when your child becomes a teenager. John and Danny share how admitting some of your own mistakes can help bridge a gap between you and your teen. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the Yerkovichs' book "How We Love Our Kids: The 5 Love Styles of Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-28?refcd=1289801Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/lets-talk-about-it/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your child is going through something difficult, you long to help. However, there are times when your efforts are not enough. In those situations, how do you respond? John and Danny provide some encouragement for when your child is struggling. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1286105Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/dont-walk-away/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We all have blind spots in our parenting. To help see them, God might send a mentor to help coach you as a mom or dad. John and Danny share about the ways a mentor can benefit your parenting. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1286105Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-influence-of-a-mentor/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

As a parent, how do you respond when your son or daughter does something that catches you off guard? John and Danny discuss the importance of giving yourself grace, even when your child does something that embarrasses you. Featuring Crystal Paine.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1284301Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-perfectionism-becomes-toxic/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/