Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast
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.
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Sep 26, 2019 • 9min
Helping Your Daughter Become a Confident Woman, Part 6
Women often talk about "marrying their father." It may sound strange, but John and Danny explain how common it is for women to marry a man with many of the same qualities as their fathers. Receive Dr. Meeker's book Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters for your donation of any amount!
Sep 24, 2019 • 7min
Helping Your Daughter Become a Confident Woman, Part 5
Women often talk about "marrying their father." It may sound strange, but John and Danny explain how common it is for women to marry a man with many of the same qualities as their fathers. Receive Dr. Meeker's book Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters for your donation of any amount!
Sep 19, 2019 • 9min
Finding Freedom as a Grace Based Mom, Part 2
The number one struggle moms face is thinking they're not good enough. But moms don't have to be their children's savior. John and Danny provide encouragement for the mom who struggles with a deep desire to be the perfect parent. Receive Jeannie Cunnion's book Mom Set Free for your donation of any amount!
Sep 17, 2019 • 11min
Finding Freedom as a Grace Based Mom, Part 1
The number one struggle moms face is thinking they're not good enough. But moms don't have to be their children's savior. John and Danny provide encouragement for the mom who struggles with a deep desire to be the perfect parent. Receive Jeannie Cunnion's book Mom Set Free for your donation of any amount!
Sep 12, 2019 • 4min
Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family, Part 7
Parents often want to be nice to their kids and to teach their kids to be nice, but that's not always the way to go. John explains how kindness works better than niceness every time.
Sep 10, 2019 • 9min
Developing Your Child's Unique Personality, Part 5
Each child is unique and recognizing their differences can sometimes bring peace during chaotic times. John and Danny discuss the DISC method of determining a child's personality to help parents get the best results. Receive Julie Lyles Carr's book Raising An Original for your donation of any amount!
Sep 5, 2019 • 8min
Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family, Part 6
Parents often feel like they should know exactly how to solve all their children’s problems. John an Danny challenge the notion that parents should have all the answers. Get Dr. Mike Bechtle's book Dealing with the Elephant in the Room for your donation of any amount!
Sep 3, 2019 • 8min
Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family, Part 5
John and Danny discuss how listening to understand and not always to respond can build a bond of trust with your child. Get Dr. Mike Bechtle's book Dealing with the Elephant in the Room for your donation of any amount!
Aug 29, 2019 • 8min
Equipping your Kids to Handle Money, Part 10
Giving your kid a credit card and teaching him or her to have a credit score, might not be the best way to go. John and Danny explain that there's always a way to buy necessities without going into debt.
Aug 27, 2019 • 10min
Equipping Your Kids to Handle Money, Part 9
It’s not always easy to understand the concept of giving, and that when you tithe and when you donate to great organizations that somehow it creates a change in you. John and Danny emphasize that instilling that knowledge in your kids is a necessary lesson.
