October 21, 2021
Raising kids is an exhausting journey. At times, you might even think to yourself, "I can't do this!" If you feel that way today, you are not alone. John and Danny will offer ideas for staying encouraged, even when you're exhausted as a parent. Featuring Heidi St. John.
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John Fuller is Vice President of the Audio Division and co-host of the daily “Focus on the Family” radio program. He speaks and writes about family, faith, media and business. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.
It’s embarrassing when your kids see you and your spouse argue with each other. If that happens, how do you move on? John and Danny discuss how to reassure your kids that things will be okay, and Jim and Jean Daly talked with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she got into a heated argument with her husband.
When you are busy with the demands of raising children, it’s easy to not prioritize your marriage. John and Danny share how having kids impacted each of their marriages, and Jim Daly talks with his wife Jean and Lisa-Jo Baker about keeping a marriage strong when life gets busy.
If a young adult child is struggling, it’s easy to blame yourself or even apologize for their bad choices. John and Danny discuss why some forms of apology are not helpful, plus, Jim Daly talked with Allison Bottke about when it’s good for a parent to apologize to an adult son or daughter.
It’s embarrassing when your kids see you and your spouse argue with each other. If that happens, how do you move on? John and Danny discuss how to reassure your kids that things will be okay, and Jim and Jean Daly talked with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she got into a heated argument with her husband.
When you are busy with the demands of raising children, it’s easy to not prioritize your marriage. John and Danny share how having kids impacted each of their marriages, and Jim Daly talks with his wife Jean and Lisa-Jo Baker about keeping a marriage strong when life gets busy.
What does it look like to trust God when your child is struggling? John and Danny share about the difference counseling can make for a hurting parent, and Jim Daly speaks with Allison Bottke on how she’s learned to trust God with her adult son.
There are many overwhelming moments in your parenting. Even when it feels challenging, one of the best gifts you can give your child is to pray he or she will follow God. John and Danny encourage you to keep being a godly influence for your kids, even when it’s hard. Featuring Heidi St. John.
Do you struggle with perfectionism as a parent? John and Danny give advice on letting yourself – and your children – relax. Featuring Erin Hawley.
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Dr. Gary Chapman and Ron Deal explore the unique challenges blended families face and offer practical advice for cultivating healthy, loving relationships. Topics include navigating your role as a stepparent, helping stepsiblings get along well, connecting with adult stepchildren, and more. (Part 2 of 2)
Author and speaker Carol Barnier describes her prodigal journey of slipping away from God as a young woman – only to return 13 years later – and offers parents practical advice for engaging their prodigal children. (Part 2 of 2)
