Episodes
Nov. 10, 2020
The Root of Prodigal Behavior
John and Danny discuss how to target the deeper spiritual problem behind a prodigal child's behavior. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-8…
Nov. 5, 2020
Busy Grandparents: Maximize Time with Your Grandchild
John and Danny describe practical ways grandparents -- working or retired -- can bless their adult children and grandchildren. Featuring Glen and Ellen Schuknecht. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or…
Nov. 3, 2020
Teach Your Child How to Fail
"Lawn mower" parenting -- mowing down every obstacle in your child's path -- won't benefit your kids in the long run. John and Danny offer tips for teaching your child resilience. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy J…
Oct. 29, 2020
Liberating Your Teen to Make Decisions
Micromanaging can be a difficult habit to break. John and Danny offer advice to free you from nagging your teen. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. GIST: The Essence of Raising…
Oct. 27, 2020
Crucial Conversations When Adult Children Move Home
If your adult child moves back home, it's important to communicate your expectations from the start. John and Danny discuss keys to healthy relationships with adult children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingp…
Oct. 22, 2020
What Your Teen Needs Most
Many teenagers experience a lot of high-highs and low-lows -- on a daily basis! John and Danny help parents respond to teenage mood swings. Plus, they outline essential steps for resolving conflict. Find us online at focuson…
Oct. 20, 2020
Discipling Your Grandchildren
To influence your grandchild's faith, start by establishing a strong relationship. John and Danny offer tips for relating to grandchildren of all ages. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-800…
Oct. 15, 2020
Showing Steadfast Love to Prodigal Children
It's usually not helpful to lecture adult children, but you can model Christ's love for them. John and Danny describe how to leave the door open for a relationship with a prodigal child. Find us online at focusonthefamily.co…
Oct. 13, 2020
Finding Stability During Parenting Challenges
You might feel like you're the only one struggling in parenting, but you're not alone. John and Danny discuss how to find support during difficult parenting seasons. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . …
Oct. 8, 2020
Strategies for Weary Parents
Motivating your child to do their chores or finish their schoolwork can leave you exhausted. John and Danny offer a simpler strategy for enforcing the rules. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us onlin…
Oct. 6, 2020
Choosing Your Words Carefully
The Bible describes the tongue as a small fire that can set an entire forest ablaze (James 3:5). John and Danny discuss comments that can damage your relationship with your kids. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Jo…
Oct. 1, 2020
Connecting With Distant Teens
If you're like many parents, it's hard to get your teenager to spend time with you. And, when you are together, you might not relate to your child's hobbies or taste in music. John and Danny offer advice to help you connect …
Sept. 29, 2020
Grandparenting Dos and Don'ts
The key to grandparenting is partnering with your adult children. John and Danny describe crucial conversations to help parents and grandparents get on the same page. Featuring Glen and Ellen Shuknecht. Find us online at foc…
Sept. 24, 2020
Developing Family Faith Traditions
How do you make Christ the center of your home in your day-to-day routines? John and Danny offer simple steps to encourage your child's faith. Featuring Glen and Ellen Schuknecht. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/paren…
Sept. 22, 2020
Say 'No' to Helicopter Parenting
You want your child to do well in school, but hovering won't help. John and Danny offer tips for encouraging your teen's autonomy. Featuring Dr. Kara Powell. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call…
Sept. 17, 2020
Wise Tech Habits for All Ages
If you're like many parents, technology restrictions are the greatest source of conflict for you and your children. John and Danny provide a quick refresher on reasonable technology guidelines to protect your family. Featuri…
Sept. 15, 2020
Healing After a Family Crisis
If you're not always sure how to apply your faith to parenting, you're not alone. John and Danny offer help for parents who feel stuck because of a parenting challenge. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Fin…
Sept. 10, 2020
Helping Your Son Build Healthy Confidence
Helping your child develop confidence is a key way to prevent bullying. John and Danny discuss life skills to teach your son in middle school and beyond. Featuring Jonathan Catherman, Reed Catherman, and Cole Catherman. Find…
Sept. 8, 2020
Strategies for Combating Peer Pressure
Every middle school child feels pressure to fit in. John and Danny tackle how to help your child feel belonging at home; plus, how to intervene when your child's friends are negative influences. Featuring Jonathan Catherman,…
Sept. 3, 2020
Recovering the Weight Behind Your Words
In parenting, actions speak louder than words. John and Danny discuss how to follow through on your promises -- and teach your kids you mean what you say. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us online a…
Sept. 1, 2020
How Overparenting Hurts Your Kids
Every parent wants their child to succeed, but you can quickly become over-invested in your child's achievements. John and Danny offer tips to help you avoid overparenting. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson…
Aug. 27, 2020
Should You Follow Your Heart?
The advice to "follow your heart" sounds innocuous in movies, but it can lead you astray in real life. John and Danny discuss the importance of giving your children sound life advice. Featuring Ray Vander Laan. Find us onlin…
Aug. 25, 2020
Staying Grounded in High School
If your kids have made a profession of faith, it doesn't mean your job is over! John and Danny share practical tips for discipling your children. Featuring Ray Vander Laan. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpod…
Aug. 20, 2020
Identifying Prodigal Children
It's painful to watch older children stray from the Christian life. John and Danny offer encouragement to parents with prodigal children. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily…