Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

No matter how hard you try, there are still moments you miss it as a parent. But when you do, God's grace can empower you to do better next time. John and Danny share some encouragement for moving on, even after you mess up. Featuring Mike Berry.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Mike Berry's book "Winning the Heart of Your Child" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1284201Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-mistakes-meet-gods-grace/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your teenager is rude to you, it can be easy to lash out. John and Danny discuss why setting boundaries is better than responding in anger to your teen. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Matt and Lisa Jacobson's book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1181601Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/dont-take-the-bait/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

As you're raising a daughter, it's very important to speak encouragement into her life. John and Danny will provide some practical ideas for helping your daughter find her true beauty. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Matt and Lisa Jacobson's book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1181601Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/affirming-your-daughter#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Healthy parenting is possible with God's help. But how do you maintain a good attitude when your child is misbehaving? John and Danny will offer some helpful thoughts for when your son or daughter acts difficult. 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=1179301Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-secure-connector-parent/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We all have baggage from our family of origin. But what do you do when you start repeating your own parents' mistakes? John and Danny provide a dose of hope to parents who are discouraged because of the family they came from. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich. (Part 2 of 2)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=1179301Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/parenting-and-love-styles-part-2-of-2/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your son was little, he needed you all the time. But as he's gotten older, his need for independence becomes stronger. How do you make that transition well? John and Danny provide some practical ideas for training your son to be a great man. 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=1174405Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/raising-your-boy-to-become-a-man/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Your child has special gifts and talents. A big key to being a good parent is recognizing and encouraging those abilities in your son or daughter. John and Danny discuss what it looks like to draw out the gifts in your child. 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=1174405Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/encouraging-your-childs-strengths/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Good parenting can always be traced to a healthy relationship with your children. But what does that look like? John and Danny discuss an important key for keeping a relationship strong, even when your child is acting up. Featuring Mike Berry. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Mike Berry's book "Winning the Heart of Your Child" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1170002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/three-core-parenting-principles/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

"You need more things!" "You need to do more activities with your kids!" These are the lies our culture shouts at us. But believing them will do more harm to your family than good. John and Danny discuss how simplifying your schedule can bring more peace into your home. Featuring Mike Berry.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Mike Berry's book "Winning the Heart of Your Child" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1170002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/correcting-a-counterfeit/#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 faces something challenging, one of the greatest blessings you can give him or her is reassurance. Danny shares with John about the different ways he's learned to encourage and connect with his son and his daughter. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Matt and Lisa Jacobson's book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1169003Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-power-of-a-parents-perspective/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/