Why Kids Need Theology

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What are ways to teach your children about the Glory of God? Ryan Frederick, co-founder of FierceMarriage.com and author of the Adam and Iota series, explains vocabulary and theology to help children build discernment and strengthen their identity in Christ. We also answer a listener question from an overwhelmed mom with three young kids.

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What are ways to teach your children about the Glory of God? Ryan Frederick, co-founder of FierceMarriage.com and author of the Adam and Iota series, explains vocabulary and theology to help children build discernment and strengthen their identity in Christ. We also answer a listener question from an overwhelmed mom with three young kids.
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-07-08?refcd=2470302">Meet Atom &amp; Iota</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/it02e6">Check Out Our Parenting Assessment Tool!</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/kjo4w1">Simple Ways To Start Family Devotions</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/upyr3q">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/ks7jgx">Enjoying music as a family can bring everyone closer. Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster. It&rsquo;s a great way to get Focus On The Family content and expose your kids to great worship music!</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/podcastmerch?refcd=2528201&amp;utm_source=internet&amp;utm_medium=url&amp;utm_campaign=pmp&amp;utm_content=pmp_merch_episodedescription">Shop our podcast store</a>

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Dive into the heart of Christian parenting with "Practice Makes Parent," your go-to podcast for actionable insights, faith-based inspiration, and real-life strategies for every stage of parenthood. From the joyous toddler years to the challenging school-age phase, the perplexities of puberty, and the exhilarating journey of guiding your confident teen, this podcast is your trusty companion. Join hosts Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James as they bring you weekly episodes packed with the wisdom of parenting experts. Uncover Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and a treasure trove of resources designed to empower moms and dads in today's ever-evolving culture in this fun Christian parenting podcast.

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Are you raising Gen Alpha? Danny and Rebecca speak with author Dave Boden on the things that have impacted how this generation sees their lives. They emphasize parental self-regulation, asking for help, reframing thoughts, and teaching kids to face discomfort, while grounding their identity in faith. The Q&A covers Gen Alpha slang terms and points every parent should know.
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Are you raising Gen Alpha? Danny and Rebecca speak with author Dave Boden on the things that have impacted how this generation sees their lives. They emphasize parental self-regulation, asking for help, reframing thoughts, and teaching kids to face discomfort, while grounding their identity in faith. The Q&amp;A covers Gen Alpha slang terms and points every parent should know. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-08-26?refcd=2516102">Raising Gen Alpha</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/m31wf2">Take Our FREE Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/ujnorv">List Of Words Gen Alpha Says</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/yrbw8t">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/vm0o61">Enjoying music as a family can bring everyone closer. Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster. It&rsquo;s a great way to get Focus On The Family content and expose your kids to great worship music!</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/ufhfrr">Speak To A Counselor</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/osi4li">Shop our podcast store</a>

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Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James host part two with Billy Hutchinson, director of Colson Educators at the Colson Center on equipping parents to foster a biblical Christian worldview amid cultural pressures. They discuss, building relational “capital,” treating people as image-bearers, and parenting with an authoritative style. Practical take-a-ways include encouraging a safe space for questions about God, serving others, and meaningful liturgies like prayer and blessings.
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Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James host part two with Billy Hutchinson, director of Colson Educators at the Colson Center on equipping parents to foster a biblical Christian worldview amid cultural pressures. They discuss, building relational &ldquo;capital,&rdquo; treating people as image-bearers, and parenting with an authoritative style. Practical take-a-ways include encouraging a safe space for questions about God, serving others, and meaningful liturgies like prayer and blessings. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-08-19?refcd=2516208">A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/t6udjx">Equipping Parents for Back To School Download</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/kk96u8">A Student's Guide To Culture</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/vb4bh1">Built For Resilience Webinar</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/nop7wi">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/7rtbvq">Parenting Style Quiz</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/n2mcga">Speak To A Counselor</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/pgox0x">Shop our podcast store</a>

Christian Worldview At Home & At School ( Part 2 of 2) 

Why Worldview Matters

Forming Faith at Home

Navigating School and Rights

Next Steps, Resources & Q & A

How can you bolster your child's Christian worldview? Danny and Rebecca speak with Billy Hutchinson, of The Colson Center, and he urges parents to be primary disciple makers through intentional teaching and daily practices He gives tips on how to monitor school assignments, assess whether conflicts are occasional or systemic, and even how to request alternate assignments if the school is pushing your parenting boundaries. We also tackle how to address “woke” and LGBT ideologies through our Q & A.
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How can you bolster your child's Christian worldview? Danny and Rebecca speak with Billy Hutchinson, of The Colson Center, and he urges parents to be primary disciple makers through intentional teaching and daily practices He gives tips on how to monitor school assignments, assess whether conflicts are occasional or systemic, and even how to request alternate assignments if the school is pushing your parenting boundaries. We also tackle how to address &ldquo;woke&rdquo; and LGBT ideologies through our Q &amp; A. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-08-12?refcd=2512603">A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/mywfg4">Equipping Parents for Back To School Download</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/t49gie">How The Colson Center Can Help Parents Respond To Wokeness</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/4tg0gq">Truth Rising Documentary: Chloe Cole Story</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/fbsxzv">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/hy7mw3">Transgender Resources</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/kfwd4w">Speak To A Counselor</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/podcastmerch?refcd=2528201&amp;utm_source=internet&amp;utm_medium=url&amp;utm_campaign=pmp&amp;utm_content=pmp_merch_episodedescription">Shop our podcast store</a>

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