Parenting is a marathon, and it's helpful to keep the end goal in mind: you're preparing your kids for adulthood. John and Danny discuss the dangers of believing your primary job is to make your child happy. 

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Parenting is a marathon, and it's helpful to keep the end goal in mind: you're preparing your kids for adulthood. John and Danny discuss the dangers of believing your primary job is to make your child happy. Find us online at <a href="http://focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast</a>. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get the book "GIST: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids" with your donation of any amount!: <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-04-06?refcd=1086203" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-04-06?refcd=1086203</a> Get more episode resources: <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/is-it-your-job-to-make-your-child-happy/#featured-resource-cta" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/is-it-your-job-to-make-your-child-happy/#featured-resource-cta</a> If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: <a href="https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/</a>

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.