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For the Love of Summer Reading

Summer reading creates engaged, successful, and satisfied kids and all that adds up to the best summer ever.

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Understanding and Encouraging Opposite-Sex Friendships

While there are challenges to opposite-gender friendships, there are also genuine benefits if you position your son or daughter to have these types of friendships.

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God Has a Plan for Your Strong-Willed Child

If you’re parenting a strong-willed child, you know there are unique challenges that come with their bold opinions and emotions. John and Danny give an overview of principles for parenting strong-willed children. Featuring Wendy Speake and Amber Lia.

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Finding Freedom from Addiction (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Gregory Jantz discusses various forms of common addictions, such as opioids, eating disorders, sexual or relationship addictions, and technology. He talks about some of the dynamics of addiction in the Christian community, such as shame, accountability and the importance of receiving God’s love and forgiveness. He also tackles the tough questions about intervention for …

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Renewing Your Mind During Parenting Challenges

John and Danny offer help for parents who are exhausted by strong-willed children. Featuring Amber Lia and Wendy Speake.

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Helping Your Child Find Freedom from Perfectionism

Many unhealthy behaviors are easy to spot. But it may be harder to tell if your child is struggling with unhealthy perfectionism. John and Danny describe perfectionist tendencies in teens and offer advice for overcoming unhealthy thought patterns. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson.

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What’s Driving Your Teen’s Behavior?

It’s typical for teenagers to experience ups and downs. But if your child continues to be withdrawn or angry, consider what’s under the surface. John and Danny describe root fears that can cause teens to act out.

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Why Parents Need Funny Parenting Memes

There is an adage that says, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Parents need moments of laughter to revive weary spirits and put things back into perspective. One of the places that parents can get laughter is through funny parenting memes.

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Sharing Wisdom With the Next Generation (Part 2 of 2)

Listen in as Rob Parsons shares biblically-based pearls of wisdom on life and love for his grandchildren; ideas that he’s written down to help them avoid some of the difficult lessons that he learned as a young man.

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10 Good Life Lessons That My Parents Taught Me

Here are ten lessons that my parents have taught me over the years, and that continue to make an impact on my life and worldview.

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Sharing Wisdom With the Next Generation (Part 1 of 2)

Listen in as Rob Parsons shares biblically-based pearls of wisdom on life and love for his grandchildren; ideas that he’s written down to help them avoid some of the difficult lessons that he learned as a young man.

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Encouragement for Couples Facing Infertility

Infertility can be such a painful, isolating experience. John and Danny offer advice to couples who long for children. Featuring author Teri Lynne Underwood.

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4 Ways to Wrap Up This School Year Well

As you and your family prepare for the summer ahead, here are four solid ways to finish strong this school year and build momentum.

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Surviving a Family Tragedy

Brett and Jodi Bainter’s lives changed in an instant, when their son Jake was injured by a riding lawnmower. In their inspirational story, the Bainters share about the strength and redemption offered through Christ in times of great difficulty.

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Is Prayer Your Last Priority?

Corrie ten Boom once asked, “Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?” John and Danny describe key prayers to pray for your kids. Featuring author Teri Lynne Underwood.

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How To Speak Life-Giving Words To Your Family

Here are some helpful guiding questions to consider when you’re thinking whether certain words you use with your kids are life-giving or potentially destructive.

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5 Ways To Make a Change in Momentum With Family Relationships

If the momentum in your family has taken a negative turn, these five things can help you get it back on a positive pace.

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A Short Guide to ‘The Talk’

You are the best person to teach your child important truths about God’s design for sexuality. John and Danny offer encouragement to parents who are anxious about having ‘the talk.’ Featuring Jessie Minassian.

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Understanding Your Teen’s Behavior (Part 2 of 2)

Jim Daly and John Fuller talk with Dr. Jeramy and Mrs. Jerusha Clark about their book, Your Teenager is Not Crazy. They share an overview of what is going on in the teen brain from a neurological perspective, how to understand your teen’s emotions, and the impact of puberty and hormones on your teen. (Part …

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Sharing God’s Vision for Sexuality

John and Danny offer practical advice for teaching your child a Biblical view of sexuality. Featuring Jessie Minassian.