Melanie Shankle shares how childhood trauma and a “mean girl” mom affected her life, marriage, and motherhood, bringing a message of hope and healing in Jesus Christ.

 

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Healing as a Parent from Childhood Trauma

For much of his life, Lee Strobel has been inspiring people to believe in Jesus Christ. In this discussion, he equips parents to engage their teens in meaningful conversations about the existence of God. He’ll encourage you to invite the hard questions from your teen about life and help them stand with confidence in the Christian faith.

 

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For much of his life, Lee Strobel has been inspiring people to believe in Jesus Christ.&nbsp;In this discussion, he equips parents to engage their teens in meaningful conversations about the existence of God.&nbsp;He&rsquo;ll encourage you to invite the hard questions from your teen about life and help them stand with confidence in the Christian faith.
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Helping Your Teen Trust in God’s Existence

Rich Griffth shares the different leadership styles parents should use to disciple their kids as they grow. Hear about discipling kids with intentionality at different stages of their development, from birth until adulthood. 

 

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Rich Griffth shares the different leadership styles parents should use to disciple their kids as they grow. Hear about discipling kids with intentionality at different stages of their development, from birth until adulthood.&nbsp;
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