Forgiving the Dad Who Left
February 20, 2024
How does a child move on if a parent left him or her growing up? Dr. Roland Warren experienced that very thing, and he shares candidly with Jim Daly about how forgiveness was a process. You'll also hear a word of encouragement to single parents from John and Danny.
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Have you ever made a small mistake as a parent, but you struggled to forgive yourself over it? John and Danny share that many parents struggle with perfectionism. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder discuss better ways to deal with perfectionism by praising your kids and teaching them perseverance.
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February 15, 2024
If you walk into a public setting, so many people are on their phones. In a world so disconnected, how can you find time with your kids? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder share why it's critical to give your kids time. Also, John and Danny address why practicing gratitude can help your relationship be more connected.
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Teaching Kids to Be Thankful
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February 13, 2024
Sadly, many Christian parents have a child who's far from God. John and Danny address some of the ways the deconstruction movement is influencing young people today. Plus, Dr. Erwin Lutzer and Jim Daly share about how the parable of the prodigal son can give discouraged parents hope
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Hope For Parents of Prodigal Children
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February 8, 2024
How do you respond when your child is disrespectful to you? While disrespect is never excused, their behavior may be because he or she isn't feeling loved. Popular author Dannah Gresh and Jim Daly share why it's important for girls to feel loved so they can show you genuine respect. You'll also hear John and Danny address why boys need to feel affirmed.
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February 6, 2024
Have you ever imagined the worst-case scenario on what could happen with your children? What if there is a better approach? Jim Daly speaks with Ashley Willis on how she's battled anxiety as a mom. Plus, Danny and John discuss how you can discern the difference between a healthy form of concern and toxic anxiety.
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Overcoming Anxiety in Parenting
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February 1, 2024
Getting angry at your kids is not fun, especially if it turns into an outburst. Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about a time she got very mad at her kids during a trip. Also, Danny Huerta and John Fuller share how sometimes anger is rooted in fear. They'll even discuss how you can replace fear with love.
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Stages of Motherhood
The Vulnerable Truth of Motherhood
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January 30, 2024
You may have come from a family where a parent walked out on you. Dr. Roland Warren will share from his own journey about how learning to forgive his absent father brought healing. Plus, Danny and John address why it's important for the other parent to be careful in what you say about the parent who left.
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Hope for Children of Single Parents
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January 25, 2024
Many of us know at least one single mother in our community. Danny and John share about the need single moms have for supportive friends. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Roland Warren describe some of the things they each faced while being raised by single moms.
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4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom
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January 23, 2024
If you're familiar with the 5 Love Languages, you've heard about physical touch. Counselor Randy Schroeder and Jim Daly share about some ways physical touch can have a positive influence on your kids. Plus, John and Danny will offer you ideas for making your kid feel loved, even if physical touch isn't one of his or her love languages.
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The 5 Love Languages and Your Teen
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January 18, 2024
When your child faces a challenge, how can you be a source of encouragement? Dr. Randy Schroeder talks with Jim Daly about 4 A's parents need to be an encouraging voice to their kids. You'll also hear Danny talk with John about ways he's learned to be a better encourager to his kids.
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6 Ways to Develop Self-Confidence and Positive Self-Image in Children
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January 16, 2024
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