Episodes
Nov. 7, 2024
Inspiring Your Teen to Make Changes
What if your parenting was only a small adjustment away from better communication with your teen? Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus talk about ways you can inspire your teenager to make small changes. Also, Danny and John share how...
Nov. 5, 2024
Not Tolerating Disrespect from Your Teen
Have you ever had a moment where your teen snapped at you? Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jim Daly share about how to respond well when your teen is upset. Then, Danny and John will encourage parents who feel like they've not done a good...
Oct. 31, 2024
Your Brain Needs a Break!
When you're constantly on a screen, it's really bad for your brain. Danny talks with John about how he's dealt with the issue of screen-time among his own kids. Also, David Murrow and Jim Daly explain why your brain needs qui...
Oct. 29, 2024
Getting Your Kids Off of Screens
You go anywhere in public, and kids are on their screens. How can we teach our kids to be more disciplined? David Murrow talks with Jim Daly about growing up in a household where the tv was constantly on. Plus, John and Danny...
Oct. 24, 2024
Exemplifying Christ-Like Character
Who's someone you admire for his or her character? John and Danny share examples of people they appreciate for their character qualities. Then, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch talk about learning from the character of Jesus, and ...
Oct. 22, 2024
The Relationship Between Character & Obedience
It's rewarding when your kids obey you. But, it's way better when they obey with good intentions. Dr. Kathy Koch and Jim Daly share how obedience should flow from our kids' character. Also, John and Danny discuss how to let g...
Oct. 17, 2024
Centering Your Heart on God in the Mornings
How do you like to start your day as a parent? John and Danny explain how they tried starting their days when their kids were little. Then, Heidi St. John talks with Jim Daly about what helped her start her days off well, and...
Oct. 15, 2024
When You Feel Weak as a Mom
Being a mother is absolutely exhausting. If you're feeling that way now, we want to encourage you to keep going. Danny and John share how their wives have worked so hard with raising kids. Also, Heidi St. John and Jim Daly sp...
Oct. 10, 2024
When Your Teen Doesn’t Want to Follow Your Rules
It's one thing to set rules for our kids, but it's not always easy to implement them. But what about when your teen wants more independence? Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jim Daly speak about how teenagers need more freedom as they get ...
Oct. 8, 2024
Appropriate Consequences for Your Teen
How do you learn to let go and still practice healthy discipline with your child during the teen years? Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus address the types of consequences that are effective in disciplining your teens. Also, John a...
Oct. 3, 2024
How Decluttering Helps Your Walk with God
There is a great correlation between decluttering your life and having more peace of mind. Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis about how she's learned to live a simplified lifestyle. Then, John and Danny address the importance...
Oct. 1, 2024
Giving Gifts That Last
What's the best present you have given to your kids? Danny tells John about gifts his kids remember him giving to them. You'll also hear Jim Daly speak with Courtney Ellis on how she's encouraged her children to live a lifest...
Sept. 26, 2024
Confidence to Change Culture
What are some ways you've prayed for your children? John and Danny explain how they have prayed for their own kids. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch discuss the need to model godly behavior in front of our kids, if we want t...
Sept. 24, 2024
Three Questions for Developing Character
Sometimes, one of the best things you can do is ask your children questions. Danny talks with John about something effective he's asked his kids. Then, Dr. Kathy Koch shares with Jim Daly three questions you can ask your kids...
Sept. 19, 2024
Don’t Give Up on the Next Generation
Many people are down on the next generation. But, what if there was a more optimistic way to see young people? Jim Daly and J. Warner Wallace explain why dwelling on the negative isn't good for the upcoming generation. You'll...
Sept. 17, 2024
When There’s a Breach in Your Kid’s Heart
So many parents have a strained relationship with one or more of their kids. If you find yourself in that situation, we pray this episode will encourage you to not throw in the towel. Jim Daly and J. Warner Wallace will remin...
Sept. 12, 2024
Communicate with Your Spouse About Your Teen
Moms and dads both play very different roles in raising a teenager. To help you through that process, Danny and John discuss tension points that a teen may have with mom and dad. Plus, Dr. Ken Wilgus talks to Jim Daly about h...
Sept. 10, 2024
Your Teen Isn’t a Little Kid!
The ways you communicate with a teenager are incredibly different from how you talk with a young child. Dr. Ken Wilgus, who counsels teens, speaks with Jim Daly about common challenges he's seen in parent-teen relationships. ...
Sept. 5, 2024
The Moments You Need to Simplify
Life in American culture is filled with busyness. When your to-do list is long, is living a more simplified lifestyle even possible? Courtney Ellis joins Jim Daly to provide some tips for simplifying your life and cleaning ou...
Sept. 3, 2024
Imperfect Hospitality as a Parent
Keeping the house clean when your kids are growing up can feel like an impossible task. John and Danny bring up how it was a challenge for them when their kids were little. You'll also hear Jim Daly and Courtney Ellis talk ab...
Aug. 29, 2024
Good Character vs. People Pleasing
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Aug. 27, 2024
Modeling Godly Behavior for Your Kids
Does it seem like your kids are mimicking your behavior a lot? How do you set a godly example for them? Danny and John share how children can be quick to imitate our actions. Also, Jim Daly and parenting expert, Dr. Kathy Koc...
Aug. 22, 2024
3 Different Ways to Instill Identity in a Child
What kind of identity did your parents give you? Danny shares with John about some of the ways his parents helped form his identity growing up. Then, J. Warner Wallace speaks with Jim Daly about three different ways a child's...
Aug. 20, 2024
Start Christian Apologetics Early
When should you start teaching kids to defend their faith? J. Warner Wallace and Jim Daly answer that question. Plus, Danny and John will encourage you to not be scared about some of the challenges your kids might face regard...