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With the rise of social media, it's so easy to see how other people parent their kids. Danny and John bring up why comparison is a trap to be avoided with parenting. Also, Jim Daly

Homeschooling Is On The Rise

Where to send your kids to school is one of the biggest choices you'll make as a parent. Jim Daly and Cynthia Tobias explain how homeschooling has been on the rise in recent years.

Guarding Your Teen With Boundaries

Teens are under so much pressure these days. Whether it's learning to drive or them resisting sexual temptation, how can you help as a parent? Jodie Berndt talks with Jim Daly on w

When A Teenager Is Acting Up

It's difficult to process when your teen misbehaves. John and Danny open up about times their kids didn't behave well, and what they learned as dads. Plus, Jim Daly and Jodie Bernd

Quelling Chaos In Single Parent Homes

How does a single parent combat very negative emotions? Jim Daly talks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about how things like showing gratitude, generosity and engaging with your k

Reaching Orphans, Widows And Kids In Need

When a single parent is trying to raise kids, it's easy for negative emotions to creep in. Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells join Jim Daly to discuss something called the 5 R's that yo

Rules, The Relationship And Cell Phones

Parenting teens is a process of letting go. Jim Daly and Kari Kampakis address the need to focus on your relationship with your teens instead of fixating solely on rules. Plus, Joh

Rules, The Relationship And Cell Phones

Parenting teens is a process of letting go. Jim Daly and Kari Kampakis address the need to focus on your relationship with your teens instead of fixating solely on rules. Plus, Joh

Ways Your Child Learns Well

Were you a good student in school, or was the classroom a struggle for you? John and Danny open up about if they were responsible with their homework or not growing up. Also, Jim D

What Kind Of Learner Is Your Child?

How does your child learn things? Danny and John open up about their own learning styles. Then, Jim Daly talks with Cynthia Tobias about analytical vs. global thinkers, and how to

Praying For Their Dating Lives And Their Well-Being

Dating and your teen's well being are two of the greatest areas of potential concern most parents have for their kids. Jodie Berndt shares some helpful perspectives with Jim Daly a

Praying Over Your Teen’s Insecurities

How do you pray for your teen when he or she feels insecure? Danny and John address how they've tried to do that when their kids were in the teen years. Plus, Jim Daly asks Jodie B

When A Single Mom Comes To Church

How can your church be a safe place for single moms? Danny and John offer some thoughts to that very important question. Also, PeggySue Wells talks to Jim Daly about how it was dif

Joy And Laughter For Single-Parents

How does a single mom find joy even when the world feels chaotic? Jim Daly asks PeggySue Wells on how she learned to laugh again after becoming a single mother. Plus, Pam Farrel de

Inspiring Them, Not Forcing Them

How do you encourage your kids when they seem distant or uninterested in persevering? Kari Kampakis joins Jim Daly to talk about a time she encouraged her daughter to stay with a p

Negative Messages Teen Girls Face

The world is constantly throwing lies at your teen girls, but you can help them overcome. Jim Daly and Kari Kampakis address some of the mixed messages teenage girls are hearing to

Learning That Works For Your Kids

Our current education system has some good qualities to it, but for a lot of kids, it doesn't fit with their learning style. John asks Danny about how his two children learn in ver

Today’s Challenges In The Public School System

Kids today are hearing so many mixed messages on what's actually true in their classrooms. Jim Daly and Cynthia Tobias address the sobering realities of school propaganda children

Giving Up Control Of Your Teen

How has it felt as you've learned to let go and allow your teenager to make their own choices? John asks Danny that very question. Also, Jim Daly and Jodie Berndt will encourage yo

Sorting Through Conflict With Your Teen

Conflict is one of the more challenging aspects of raising teenagers. Jodie Berndt and Jim Daly bring up how you can deal with conflict well when tensions are high with your teen.

Don’t Stuff Your Emotions!

For single mothers, the feelings of betrayal and sadness can run very deep. Danny and John discuss common emotions single mothers deal with. Then, Jim Daly speaks to Pam Farrel and

Seeing The Single Moms In Your Community

Everyone you encounter has a story, and we want to encourage you to see the single moms around you. Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells, who shares her story of becoming a single m

Learning From The Struggle

Opposition in your child's life is the perfect chance for them to grow. Danny and John bring up ways they've seen their kids step up and overcome obstacles. Then, Jim Daly asks Luc

“Do Mom And Dad Believe In Me?”

How often do you tell your child, "I believe in you?" Danny shares with John about a time he encouraged one of his kids, who felt discouraged. Also, Lucille Williams and Jim Daly d

Dangerous Material In The School Classroom

Kids today are being taught many unbiblical things in schools. To provide some insights on this tricky subject, Jim Daly speaks with Cynthia Tobias on the dangers of indoctrination

Don’t Spend All Your Time On A Screen

So many voices online are competing for our kids' attention. To illustrate that point, John and Danny share about times their kids heard views on the internet they didn't agree wit

Still Waiting For An Answered Prayer

If we're honest, many of us are praying for something, and we're still waiting on the result. Jodie Berndt talks with Jim Daly about how she learned to trust God, while praying for

Praying Fervently For Your Teenager

Teens today are struggling! If you're parenting a teen, you know what a roller coaster that journey can be like. Danny and John share examples of challenges teends are dealing with

Trauma That Occurs In Many Single Parent Homes

Raising kids by yourself isn't easy. To help encourage single parents in your community, John and Danny address some of the challenges single moms and dads face. Also, Jim Daly spe

Real Hope For Single Moms

Being a single parent is a difficult job. But, there is hope in that journey. Jim Daly speaks with Pam Farrel, who was raised by a single mom, and PeggySue Wells, who raised seven

“My Kid Has Hit A Roadblock! Now What?”

On the journey to maturity, it's inevitable your child will face a roadblock or two. Lucille Williams shares an encouraging story with Jim Daly about how her son Tim learned toughn

Struggles Make Them Stronger

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

When Kids Encounter Inappropriate Content

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Rules For Screen-Time Usage

So many of us are drowning in our phones. How do we learn to look up and see the real world again? David Murrow and Jim Daly share good rules for parents to set with their kids on

Character Traits That Last

It's easy to say something mean to your kids when you're frustrated with them. But what if there was a better way to handle those moments? Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch share some id

Overprotecting Isn’t Safe

Have you ever struggled with overprotecting your children? Many of us have. Dr. Kathy Koch joins Jim Daly to explain why our kids need to learn that their choices have consequences

God Is Doing A New Thing

If you had a difficult upbringing, you can still be a great mom or dad. Heidi St. John shares with Jim Daly about the moment she learned she didn't have to repeat her father's mist

Oops, I Blew It!

Every parent has had moments where you've messed up! If you're feeling guilty about how you responded to a tough situation, you'll be encouraged by when Danny tells John about a ti

Overcoming Childhood Struggles

Most of us have something we need to overcome from our childhood. Maybe it was a doubt, or a bad habit. Danny opens up to John about things he faced and overcame as a kid. Plus, Ji

When Your Kid Struggles With Comparison

Has your child ever said, "I'm just not good enough?" How do you respond well in those moments when he or she says that? Danny talks with John about how his daughter struggled with

Tech Use, And Our Kids’ Dating Lives

Smartphones have given us access to the world. But, is that good or bad? Jim Daly and David Murrow explain some of the negative ways technology has given us too much power as peopl

“Why Are We On Screens So Much?”