Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

Jim Daly

Getting Technology Under Control

May 12, 2022

Your kids are growing up in a screen saturated world. With so many distractions, is real connection still possible? John and Danny share how if you want to be connected with your children, you need to start by modeling self control with your phone. Featuring David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock.

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When your child is learning about God, it may be that he or she doesn't enjoy going to church. John and Danny offer some thoughts on how to encourage them that church is important. Featuring Natasha Crain. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive "Keeping Your Kids on God's Side" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-15?refcd=1410902 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/training-your-kids-to-love-god-church/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-your-kids-tough-faith-questions-digital-product?refcd=1410902 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
May 10, 2022
All of us have wrestled with fears about our kids. Sometimes, the best solution is to find someone who will encourage us along the journey. John and Danny share about how they've been helped by other parents. Featuring Connie Albers. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Parenting Beyond the Rules" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-10?refcd=1410504 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/conquering-fears-and-finding-mentors/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/parenting-the-heart-of-your-teen-digital-product/?refcd=1410504 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
May 5, 2022
While some kids enjoy following rules, you might have a child who loves to break them. To help encourage a rule-breaker child's personality, John and Danny offer some ideas for leading your son or daughter in a godly direction. Featuring Connie Albers. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Parenting Beyond the Rules" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-10?refcd=1410504 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-your-child-is-a-rule-breaker/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/parenting-the-heart-of-your-teen-digital-product/?refcd=1410504 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
May 3, 2022
When you have a daughter you have a unique opportunity to show her what a special person she is. John and Danny share how to make your daughter feel accepted, even when she faces challenges. Featuring 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=1349403 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/questions-in-your-daughters-heart/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/navigating-a-toxic-culture-with-your-daughter-digital-product/?refcd=1349403 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 28, 2022
Many times in Scripture, God did a miracle at what seemed like the last minute. But how do you respond when God doesn't answer a prayer for your child the way you'd hoped? John and Danny offer a word of encouragement for parents who are struggling to have hope. Featuring Sheila Erwin. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Raising Up Dreamers" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-01?refcd=1348705 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/god-of-the-last-minute/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/dreaming-with-your-child-digital-download?refcd=1348705 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 26, 2022
Many kids and teens today are being influenced by things they see on social media. While it has it's good sides, social media can also cause your child to compare themselves with others. John and Danny share how you can encourage your child to be more outward focused in a world driven by screens. Featuring Jonathan McKee. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Jonathan's book "The Guy's Guide to Four Battles Every Young Man Must Face" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-02-22?refcd=1346503 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/teen-sons-substance-abuse/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/championing-your-son-through-his-battles-digital-product?refcd=1346503 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 21, 2022
Many kids and teens today are being influenced by things they see on social media. While it has it's good sides, social media can also cause your child to compare themselves with others. John and Danny share how you can encourage your child to be more outward focused in a world driven by screens. Featuring Jonathan McKee. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Jonathan's book "The Guy's Guide to Four Battles Every Young Man Must Face" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-02-22?refcd=1346503 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/your-son-social-media/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/championing-your-son-through-his-battles-digital-product?refcd=1346503 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 19, 2022
Sometimes when your child asks you a question, it's okay to admit you don't know the answer. John and Danny give some recommendations on where to turn to for when your child asks a difficult question about God. Featuring Natasha Crain. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Natasha's book "Keeping Your Kids on God's Side" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-15?refcd=1343001 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-you-dont-know-the-answer/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-your-kids-tough-faith-questions-digital-product?refcd=1343001 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 14, 2022
Sharing your faith with a son or daughter is a wonderful privilege. But, what do you do when you try telling your child about Jesus, and he or she doesn't understand? John and Danny offer some hope to parents facing that situation. Featuring Natasha Crain. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Natasha's book "Keeping Your Kids on God's Side" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-15?refcd=1343001 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/telling-your-kids-about-jesus/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-your-kids-tough-faith-questions-digital-product?refcd=1343001 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 12, 2022
When your teen does something you don't like, it's easy to respond harshly. However, sometimes, it's better to ask questions than to demand your child behave a certain way. John and Danny share how they've seen listening be a powerful tool for parents. Featuring Connie Albers. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Parenting Beyond the Rules" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2022-03-10?refcd=1339803 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-power-of-listening-asking-questions/#featured-resource-cta Listen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/answering-your-kids-tough-faith-questions-digital-product?refcd=1328306 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/
April 7, 2022
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About Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

Need help raising your kids? The Focus on Parenting Podcast provides tried and true parenting advice to help your children thrive.

About Jim Daly

Jim Daly is President of Focus on the Family. His personal story from orphan to head of an international Christian organization dedicated to helping families thrive demonstrates — as he says — "that no matter how torn up the road has already been, or how pothole-infested it may look ahead, nothing — nothing — is impossible for God."

Daly is author of two books, Finding Home and Stronger. He is also a regular panelist for The Washington Post/Newsweekblog “On Faith.”

Keep up with Daly at www.JimDalyBlog.com.

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