You kids are listening closer than you think! Danny and John talk about how to make sure you are setting the right example for you children with your words. Featuring Mike Bechtle.

You kids are listening closer than you think! Danny and John talk about how to make sure you are setting the right example for you children with your words. Featuring Mike Bechtle.

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 Parenting Podcast

Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family, Part 2

Introduction

Asking Kids Questions

Why Questions Are Helpful

Resources to Help

What kind of questions are you asking your kids about the world today? Jim Daly chats with Dr. Sean McDowell on the power of asking sincere questions. Afterwards, you'll hear John and Danny explain why questions is a good strategy for clarifying any misunderstandings with your kids.

 

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Empowering Teens to Navigate Faith in Modern Culture - I-II  

 

Truth Rising

 

Contact our Counseling Team

 

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What kind of questions are you asking your kids about the world today? Jim Daly chats with Dr. Sean McDowell on the power of asking sincere questions. Afterwards, you'll hear John and Danny explain why questions is a good strategy for clarifying any misunderstandings with your kids.
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/imd9bl">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>
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<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/empowering-teens-to-navigate-faith-in-modern-culture-i-ii-digital/?refcd=2459601">Empowering Teens to Navigate Faith in Modern Culture - I-II </a>&nbsp;
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/csjfrb">Truth Rising</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/8iirz2">Contact our Counseling Team</a>
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Ask Questions First

Kids Struggling with Identity

What the Media Tells Your Kids

Teens & the Bible

Parenting Resources

How do you help your teen embrace who God says they are? Danny shares how kids in his counseling office have struggled with low self-esteem. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Tricia Goyer and Leslie Nunnery about how to be aware of messages your kids are hearing from social media.

 

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

 

Receive the book Faith That Sticks for your donation of any amount!

 

Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

 

Supporting Your Preteen’s Faith Journey 

 

Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter

 

Contact our Counseling Team

 

Support This Show!

 

If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

How do you help your teen embrace who God says they are? Danny shares how kids in his counseling office have struggled with low self-esteem. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Tricia Goyer and Leslie Nunnery about how to be aware of messages your kids are hearing from social media.
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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://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-04-14?refcd=2459301">Receive the book Faith That Sticks for your donation of any amount!</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/wwz95h">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>
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<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/supporting-your-preteen-s-faith-journey-digital-download/?refcd=2459301">Supporting Your Preteen&rsquo;s Faith Journey</a>&nbsp;
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/k8kxt7">Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/1ugi0i">Contact our Counseling Team</a>
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fop-donate?refcd=2459301">Support This Show!</a>
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What Does Your Child Believe About Themselves?

When Kids Ask Bible Questions

Edgy Parts of the Bible

Teens & The Bible

Have you ever gotten a question from your kids about the Bible that you weren't sure how to answer? Danny and John address why it's okay to admit if you don't know the answer to a biblical question your kid might ask. You'll also hear from Jim Daly and Danika Cooley about navigating through some of the edgier parts of the Bible.

 

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

 

Receive the book Help Your Kids Love and Learn the Bible for your donation of any amount!

 

Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment

 

Nurturing a Love for the Bible in Your Kids 

 

Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter

 

Family Reading of Scripture

 

Support This Show!

 

If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever gotten a question from your kids about the Bible that you weren't sure how to answer? Danny and John address why it's okay to admit if you don't know the answer to a biblical question your kid might ask. You'll also hear from Jim Daly and Danika Cooley about navigating through some of the edgier parts of the Bible.
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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-2026-04-09?refcd=2459202">Receive the book Help Your Kids Love and Learn the Bible for your donation of any amount!</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/5il94h">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/nurturing-a-love-for-the-bible-in-your-kids-digital/?refcd=2459202">Nurturing a Love for the Bible in Your Kids</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/cldch2">Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/etmiot">Family Reading of Scripture</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fop-donate?refcd=2459202">Support This Show!</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/hflpj3">If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.</a>

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