When Your Adult Child Comes Out

Parents on Different Pages

The Disclosure Moment

Listen First, Then Get Support

Some Christian parents sadly are dealing with the reality that their child identifies with an LGBT lifestyle. Jim Daly and Dr. Gary Chapman address how a parent can respond in a Christ-like manner in that situation. Then, Danny will provide some encouragement, even if your son or daughter is currently in a same-sex relationship.

 

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How to Positively Influence Your Adult Child 

 

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Some Christian parents sadly are dealing with the reality that their child identifies with an LGBT lifestyle. Jim Daly and Dr. Gary Chapman address how a parent can respond in a Christ-like manner in that situation. Then, Danny will provide some encouragement, even if your son or daughter is currently in a same-sex relationship.
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Christian mom or dad, could you use some encouragement and support? Put your ear buds in for this Christian parenting podcast and get practical, faith-based inspiration through all stages of parenting — raising toddlers, navigating the school-age years, preparing for puberty, and seeing your teen soar with confidence. Hosted by Danny Huerta, in every 8 to 15 minute episode, you’ll hear parenting experts share Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and useful resources that will help you feel equipped as a mom or dad in today’s culture.

Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

If Your Child is Living an LGBT Lifestyle

Introduction

Tim's Creative Analogies

If Your Kid Doesn't Understand

Parenting Resources

What are some creative ways for you to share about God with your kids? Jim Daly talks with Tim Shoemaker about a few creative ways he's taught his boys some godly principles. Also, Danny will offer some encouragement for if your child isn't understanding something.

 

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What are some creative ways for you to share about God with your kids? Jim Daly talks with Tim Shoemaker about a few creative ways he's taught his boys some godly principles. Also, Danny will offer some encouragement for if your child isn't understanding something.
&nbsp;
Find us online at <a href="http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast." data-callout-id="edit_links_in_description">focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast.</a> Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/cbn5mj">Website Exclusive Only: &ldquo;Family Devotions Demonstration"</a>
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Object Lessons to Encourage Their Faith

Fostering Spiritual Growth

Step Up & Be There

What You Need to Do

You, the parent, are the most important spiritual influence in your child's life. Danny opens up about how he and Heather brought different strengths to their children's spiritual development. Also, Jim Daly talks to Tim Shoemaker on how a mom and dad can share responsibilities as you teach them about God.

 

Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

 

Receive the book The Very Best, Hands-On, Kinda Dangerous Family Devotions, Volume 1: 52 Activities Your Kids Will Never Forget for your donation of any amount!

 

Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

 

Surprise Your Kids with Unforgettable Faith Lessons 

 

Family Reading of Scripture

 

Studying the Bible as a Family

 

Support This Show!

 

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You, the parent, are the most important spiritual influence in your child's life. Danny opens up about how he and Heather brought different strengths to their children's spiritual development. Also, Jim Daly talks to Tim Shoemaker on how a mom and dad can share responsibilities as you teach them about God.
&nbsp;
Find us online at <a href="http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast." data-callout-id="edit_links_in_description">focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast.</a> Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
&nbsp;
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-02-10?refcd=2427401">Receive the book The Very Best, Hands-On, Kinda Dangerous Family Devotions, Volume 1: 52 Activities Your Kids Will Never Forget for your donation of any amount!</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/xtit22">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/surprise-your-kids-with-unforgettable-faith-lessons-digital/?refcd=2427401">Surprise Your Kids with Unforgettable Faith Lessons</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/d17h5j">Family Reading of Scripture</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/h9yo4x">Studying the Bible as a Family</a>
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You the Parent, Will be There

Entertainment & Dating

Discerning Fear in Your Parenting

Resources to Help

The teenage years are a wonderful opportunity to grow in discernment. Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jessica Pfeiffer talk with Jim Daly about how your teens can develop discernment with entertainment and dating. Also, Danny and John will remind you to not parent from a place of fear, and why facing challenges is good for a teenager.

 

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Common Teen Issues That Drive Parents Crazy 

 

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Behavioral Expectations & Consequences

 

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The teenage years are a wonderful opportunity to grow in discernment. Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jessica Pfeiffer talk with Jim Daly about how your teens can develop discernment with entertainment and dating. Also, Danny and John will remind you to not parent from a place of fear, and why facing challenges is good for a teenager.
&nbsp;
Find us online at <a href="http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast." data-callout-id="edit_links_in_description">focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast.</a> Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
&nbsp;
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-02-05?refcd=2427303">Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount!</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/hlud09">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/common-teen-issues-that-drive-parents-crazy-i-ii-digital/?refcd=2427303">Common Teen Issues That Drive Parents Crazy</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/i05kv1">Contact our Counseling Team</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/cesk8e">Behavioral Expectations &amp; Consequences</a>
&nbsp;
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