Do you want your family to do more "spiritual" things? This is the show for you! Danny and Rebecca welcome Pastor Chris Papao and Clayton Green, authors of 'Building Spiritual Habits in the Home.' They share easy-to-implement steps parents can take to cultivate a spiritual environment in their homes. These are simple, tangible, timely, playful, and community-oriented habits that you're family will love. We also answer a listener's question on dealing with a teenager's rebellion against the faith, offering advice on curiosity, consistent engagement, and the importance of prayer.

 

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Do you want your family to do more "spiritual" things? This is the show for you! Danny and Rebecca welcome Pastor Chris Papao and Clayton Green, authors of 'Building Spiritual Habits in the Home.' They share easy-to-implement steps parents can take to cultivate a spiritual environment in their homes. These are simple, tangible, timely, playful, and community-oriented habits that you're family will love. We also answer a listener's question on dealing with a teenager's rebellion against the faith, offering advice on curiosity, consistent engagement, and the importance of prayer.
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/udrx3c">Check Out the Built for Resilience Webinar!</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.

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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Be Informed As The New School Year Starts

Supreme Court Rulings That Affect You

Addressing Teachers &  Administrators

Boys In Girls Sports

Dr. Danny Huerta hosts a special episode with Focus on the Family Policy Analyst, Jeff Johnston to brief parents on recent US Supreme Court developments affecting education. From "opting out" of assignments, to gender specific sports teams, we'll give you what you need to know for the start of the school year. We even discuss how to approach teachers, school administrations, and even school boards when a line has been crossed. Make sure you share this episode with all of the parents you're meeting at your child's school, and download the Equipping Parents for Back to School 2026 resource, too!
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Check Out The Daily Citizen
Get Your Free Download of Equipping Parents For Back To School 2026
Bring Your Bible To School Day Information
Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email
Helping Children Through An Identity Crisis
Speak To A Counselor

Dr. Danny Huerta hosts a special episode with Focus on the Family Policy Analyst, Jeff Johnston to brief parents on recent US Supreme Court developments affecting education. From "opting out" of assignments, to gender specific sports teams, we'll give you what you need to know for the start of the school year. We even discuss how to approach teachers, school administrations, and even school boards when a line has been crossed. Make sure you share this episode with all of the parents you're meeting at your child's school, and download the Equipping Parents for Back to School 2026 resource, too! <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-08-06?refcd=2519301">7 Traits of Effective Parenting</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/7wutc8">Check Out The Daily Citizen</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/txl7w1">Get Your Free Download of Equipping Parents For Back To School 2026</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/fj4jas">Bring Your Bible To School Day Information</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/7qvbm4">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/w5uvov">Helping Children Through An Identity Crisis</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/p0seax">Speak To A Counselor</a>

Equipping Parents For Back To School

Truth vs Lies Setup

Erica on Half Truths

Messy Lineage Hope

Happiness Lie, Listener Q & A

Have you ever asked yourself if what you believe is REALLY true? Or is it something that
culture has influenced in your day-to-day life? Danny and Rebecca welcome Erica Ligenza
Gwynn to discuss her book, That’s Just Not True. Erica shares how motherhood exposed
half-truths like “I can do anything,” and discusses trusting God through problems rather than
doing everything to prevent them. They explore lies such as “I’m stuck,” “I messed it all up”,
and “I’ll be happy when...”. We're emphasizing joy, gratitude, and contentment. In the Q&A,
we advise a listener worried about generational patterns of children outside marriage. This
program encourages prayer, community, and honest future conversations.

Get Your Copy of "That's Just Not True" for a donation of any amount.

Have you seen our Parenting Assessment Tool?

Get a "GratiKube" for your family!

Help your child Launch Into the Teen Years.

Leave a Comment or Ask Your Question HERE

Enjoying Contemporary Christian music as a family can bring everyone closer. It's a great way to get Focus on the Family content and expose your kids to great worship music! Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster.

Speak with one of our counselors

 

Have you ever asked yourself if what you believe is REALLY true? Or is it something that culture has influenced in your day-to-day life? Danny and Rebecca welcome Erica Ligenza Gwynn to discuss her book, That&rsquo;s Just Not True. Erica shares how motherhood exposed half-truths like &ldquo;I can do anything,&rdquo; and discusses trusting God through problems rather than doing everything to prevent them. They explore lies such as &ldquo;I&rsquo;m stuck,&rdquo; &ldquo;I messed it all up&rdquo;, and &ldquo;I&rsquo;ll be happy when...&rdquo;. We're emphasizing joy, gratitude, and contentment. In the Q&amp;A, we advise a listener worried about generational patterns of children outside marriage. This program encourages prayer, community, and honest future conversations.
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-07-29?refcd=2469705">Get Your Copy of "That's Just Not True" for a donation of any amount.</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/014d80">Have you seen our Parenting Assessment Tool?</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/c3qtr1">Get a "GratiKube" for your family!</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/mp6eav">Help your child Launch Into the Teen Years.</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/8qjkt3">Leave a Comment or Ask Your Question HERE</a>
Enjoying Contemporary Christian music as a family can bring everyone closer. It's a great way to get Focus on the Family content and expose your kids to great worship music! <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/pepiaf">Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster.</a>
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/8ytbhd">Speak with one of our counselors</a>
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Helping Moms Understand God's Truth with Erica Ligenza Gwynn

Q and A Kickoff

Tough Questions Parenting

Self Harm Support

Raising Sensitive Boys

It's another Q & A Show where Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James answer your parenting questions. This time, we advise a single mom in Compton, address a worried mom about her 17-year-old pursuing entertainment, and we respond to a child who dislikes spanking, We also help a mom whose 12-year-old is cutting, and counsel a dad of a sensitive 5-year-old to affirm his temperment and sexuality. Have you sent your questions in? Just click on the show notes and you can be a part of our next Q & A Show.
7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Check Out Our Parenting Assessment Tool!
Here's Some Support For Single Parents
Here Are Tips About Spanking
Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email
Here's a Helpful Article Regarding Self-Harm
Speak To A Counselor

It's another Q &amp; A Show where Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James answer your parenting questions. This time, we advise a single mom in Compton, address a worried mom about her 17-year-old pursuing entertainment, and we respond to a child who dislikes spanking, We also help a mom whose 12-year-old is cutting, and counsel a dad of a sensitive 5-year-old to affirm his temperment and sexuality. Have you sent your questions in? Just click on the show notes and you can be a part of our next Q &amp; A Show. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-07-22?refcd=2469705">7 Traits of Effective Parenting</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/u2lspd">Check Out Our Parenting Assessment Tool!</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/mw9pv9">Here's Some Support For Single Parents</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/lw52tg">Here Are Tips About Spanking</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/123txl">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/1wtpal">Here's a Helpful Article Regarding Self-Harm</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/x59knj">Speak To A Counselor</a>

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