

Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast
Focus on the Family
Christian mom or dad, could you use some encouragement and support? Put your ear buds in for this Christian parenting podcast and get practical, faith-based inspiration through all stages of parenting — raising toddlers, navigating the school-age years, preparing for puberty, and seeing your teen soar with confidence. Hosted by Danny Huerta, in every 8 to 15 minute episode, you’ll hear parenting experts share Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and useful resources that will help you feel equipped as a mom or dad in today’s culture.
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Nov 17, 2020 • 12min
Is Your Child Doubting or Deepening Their Faith?
It's healthy for your kids to explore their doubts about Christianity. John and Danny offer tips for sharing your beliefs with teens and young adults. Featuring Dr. Kara Powell. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Growing With: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-11-17?refcd=1016601Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/is-your-child-doubting-or-deepening-their-faith/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Nov 12, 2020 • 12min
Partnering with Your Spouse During Parenting Challenges
John and Danny offer tips to help you and your spouse develop a consistent, united parenting strategy. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Hope for the Prodigal: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-11-10?refcd=1013602Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/partnering-with-your-spouse-during-parenting-challenges/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Nov 10, 2020 • 14min
The Root of Prodigal Behavior
John and Danny discuss how to target the deeper spiritual problem behind a prodigal child's behavior. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Hope for the Prodigal: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-11-10?refcd=1013602Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-root-of-prodigal-behavior/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Nov 5, 2020 • 13min
Busy Grandparents: Maximize Time with Your Grandchild
John and Danny describe practical ways grandparents -- working or retired -- can bless their adult children and grandchildren. Featuring Glen and Ellen Schuknecht. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.A Spiritual Heritage: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-11-05?refcd=1011606Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/busy-grandparents%3A-maximize-time-with-your-grandchild/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Nov 3, 2020 • 9min
Teach Your Child How to Fail
"Lawn mower" parenting -- mowing down every obstacle in your child's path -- won't benefit your kids in the long run. John and Danny offer tips for teaching your child resilience. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.GIST: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofp-podcast-2020-09-01#refcd=1007506Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/teach-your-child-how-to-fail/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Oct 29, 2020 • 12min
Liberating Your Teen to Make Decisions
Micromanaging can be a difficult habit to break. John and Danny offer advice to free you from nagging your teen. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.GIST: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofp-podcast-2020-09-01#refcd=1007506Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/liberating-your-teen-to-make-decisions/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Oct 27, 2020 • 15min
Crucial Conversations When Adult Children Move Home
If your adult child moves back home, it's important to communicate your expectations from the start. John and Danny discuss keys to healthy relationships with adult children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Growing With: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofp-podcast-2020-09-22#refcd=1004901Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/crucial-conversations-when-adult-children-move-home/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Oct 22, 2020 • 14min
What Your Teen Needs Most
Many teenagers experience a lot of high-highs and low-lows -- on a daily basis! John and Danny help parents respond to teenage mood swings. Plus, they outline essential steps for resolving conflict. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Growing With: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofp-podcast-2020-09-22#refcd=1004901Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/what-your-teen-needs-most/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Oct 20, 2020 • 12min
Discipling Your Grandchildren
To influence your grandchild's faith, start by establishing a strong relationship. John and Danny offer tips for relating to grandchildren of all ages. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.A Spiritual Heritage: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofp-podcast-2020-09-24#refcd=1004602Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/discipling-your-grandchildren/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Oct 15, 2020 • 13min
Showing Steadfast Love to Prodigal Children
It's usually not helpful to lecture adult children, but you can model Christ's love for them. John and Danny describe how to leave the door open for a relationship with a prodigal child. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Hope for the Prodigal: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-fofp-podcast-2020-08-20#refcd=1001402Get More Episode Resources: https://focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/showing-steadfast-love-to-prodigal-children/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey


