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Focus on the Family

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 Parenting Podcast

How do you teach your kids about the challenging parts of the Bible? Danny and John talk about sections of the Bible they find difficult. Then, Danika Cooley and Jim Daly give some recommendations on when to share the tougher parts of Scripture with your children.
 
 
 
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 
 
 
 
Family Reading of Scripture
 
 
 
Studying the Bible as a Family
 
 
 
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Navigating the Difficult Parts of the Bible

Introducing your kids to the Bible is an important task as a parent. John and Danny share how they approached teaching their children about Scripture. Also, Jim Daly and Danika Cooley bring up how you can teach your kids the Bible, based on the stage of life they're in
 
 
 
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 
 
 
 
Family Reading of Scripture
 
 
 
Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter
 
 
 
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When to Start Reading the Bible

One of the best questions you can teach your kids to ask is, "Has God ever shown up in your life?" Sarah Holmstrom and Stephanie Thurling talk with Jim Daly on how they've taught their kids to ask their friends that question. Plus, John asks Danny about some of the ways he's tried teaching his kids to pray.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Raising Prayerful Kids for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
 
 
 
Building Habits of Prayer with Your Children
 
 
 
Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter
 
 
 
How to be a Prayer Warrior for Your Children
 
 
 
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How Have You Seen God Move?

Being thankful is something we all have to learn. It doesn't come naturally. Danny talks with John about how he taught his kids to be grateful. Then, Jim Daly speaks with two mothers, Stephanie Thurling and Sarah Holmstrom, about something called the grateful game.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Raising Prayerful Kids for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
 
 
 
Building Habits of Prayer with Your Children
 
 
 
Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter
 
 
 
How to be a Prayer Warrior for Your Children
 
 
 
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Teaching Kids Gratitude & Prayer

Saying "no," is a struggle for many parents today. John asks Danny about how he's learned to tell good opportunities "no." Also, Jim Daly asks Kristi Clover about ways you as a parent can prioritize the right things in your schedule.
 
 
 
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Organizing the Chaos in Your Home
 
 
 
Simple Ways to Organize Your Home and Family
 
 
 
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Priorities and Clearing Things Up

What if a small adjustment in your schedule could change your life completely? Jim Daly talks with Kristi Clover about a principle she calls, glean and tweak. Also, John asks Danny about how he's learning to not overcommit, even when he has a busy schedule.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book M.O.M. Master Organizer of Mayhem for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
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Organizing the Chaos in Your Home
 
 
 
Simple Ways to Organize Your Home and Family
 
 
 
Clearing Out the Clutter
 
 
 
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Adjusting, Not Overcommitting

Giving your child a phone is an important decision today. Arlene Pellicane talks with Jim Daly about how it's wise to make sure your kids are ready for a phone before they actually get one. Also, John and Danny will encourage you to not be a helicopter parent on your kid's phone usage.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
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How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well
 
 
 
When Should Your Child Get a Cellphone?
 
 
 
Your Teens Need You, Not More Screen Time
 
 
 
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When Should I Give My Kids a Phone?

How do you trust God if your teen rebels? Jodie Berndt and Jim Daly talk about how you can have hope, even if your teen isn't following Christ. Plus, Danny and John address why blaming yourself is not a good strategy if your teen acts poorly.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
 
 
 
Praying for Your Teen’s Heart and Future
 
 
 
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Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus
 
 
 
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If Your Teen Rebels

Teaching your kids about the Bible is one of the most critical things you can do. Danny and John share how they tried teaching their kids about God's Word. Also, Danika Cooley joins Jim Daly to bring up how she's trying to teach her young kids Bible stories.
 
 
 
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
 
 
 
Listen Now
 
 
 
Family Reading of Scripture
 
 
 
RVL Discipleship: The Study
 
 
 
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Instilling a Passion for Scripture

Many single moms today feel overlooked. To offer some encouragement, Jim Daly talks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells to remind single mothers you are not alone. Plus, Danny and John bring up safe places where single mothers can find support.
 
 
 
Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
 
 
 
Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount!
 
 
 
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How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom
 
 
 
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When a Single Mom Feels Lonely

Many of us want to protect our kids. Yet, if we don't allow them to struggle sometimes, they'll never grow. Jim Daly and Lucille Williams discuss lessons they've learned about why we should not overprotect our children. Danny will also talk with John about a time he saw his daughter overcome an obstacle she faced.
 
 
 
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