When you're constantly on a screen, it's really bad for your brain. Danny talks with John about how he's dealt with the issue of screen-time among his own kids. Also, David Murrow and Jim Daly explain why your brain needs quiet moments and not to be on a screen full time.





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Your Brain Needs a Break!

You go anywhere in public, and kids are on their screens. How can we teach our kids to be more disciplined? David Murrow talks with Jim Daly about growing up in a household where the tv was constantly on. Plus, John and Danny give a practical tip for parents to help your children not use screens so much.



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Getting Your Kids Off of Screens

Who's someone you admire for his or her character? John and Danny share examples of people they appreciate for their character qualities. Then, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch talk about learning from the character of Jesus, and why He's the perfect example for our kids to emulate.



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Who's someone you admire for his or her character? John and Danny share examples of people they appreciate for their character qualities. Then, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch talk about learning from the character of Jesus, and why He's the perfect example for our kids to emulate.
 
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Exemplifying Christ-Like Character

It's rewarding when your kids obey you. But, it's way better when they obey with good intentions. Dr. Kathy Koch and Jim Daly share how obedience should flow from our kids' character. Also, John and Danny discuss how to let go of fear over if your kids will make the right choices.



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It's rewarding when your kids obey you. But, it's way better when they obey with good intentions. Dr. Kathy Koch and Jim Daly share how obedience should flow from our kids' character. Also, John and Danny discuss how to let go of fear over if your kids will make the right choices.
 
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