Modeling Resilience

Temperament & Toughness

A Time Danny Overcame

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How are you modeling determination for your kids? Danny shares about a family hiking trip that turned into a fun opportunity to teach his kids perseverance. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Dr. Kathy Koch on the benefits of resilience.

 

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How are you modeling determination for your kids? Danny shares about a family hiking trip that turned into a fun opportunity to teach his kids perseverance. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Dr. Kathy Koch on the benefits of resilience.
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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.

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Don't Trust Formulas

Bedtime Liturgy

Watching Tone

Successful parenting isn't based on formulas, but it's also good to pray with your kids regularly. Justin Earley chats with Jim Daly about something he called a bedtime liturgy with his sons. Plus, Danny and John will encourage you to pay attention to your tone when teaching spiritual lessons to your children.

 

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Successful parenting isn't based on formulas, but it's also good to pray with your kids regularly. Justin Earley chats with Jim Daly about something he called a bedtime liturgy with his sons. Plus, Danny and John will encourage you to pay attention to your tone when teaching spiritual lessons to your children.
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They See More Than Your Words

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If a Child Rebels

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How do you learn to let go when your kids leave home and they aren't following Christ right now? Hillary Ferrer and Julie Loos speak with Jim Daly on ways you can trust God if you have a prodigal child. Then, Danny brings up some ways he's seen God restore kids even after they rebelled for a time.

 

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How do you learn to let go when your kids leave home and they aren't following Christ right now? Hillary Ferrer and Julie Loos speak with Jim Daly on ways you can trust God if you have a prodigal child. Then, Danny brings up some ways he's seen God restore kids even after they rebelled for a time.
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The Process of Letting Go for Mothers

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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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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