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Can we really teach our kids to be thankful, even if they're upset? Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane share about teaching your children to be people of appreciation. Also, Danny and J

A+ Social Skills For Your Child

Every child needs good social skills, but are you helping your children develop them? Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane discuss something called the 5 A+ Social Skills. Then, Danny sha

Healthy Boundaries With A Teen

How do you have healthy discussions with your teens about freedoms and boundaries? Dr. Ken Wilgus addresses that very topic with Jim Daly. Also, Danny and John share how to recogni

Letting Go In The Teen Phase

Learning to let go is one of the most important things you'll do when your child becomes a teen. Jim Daly joins Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jessica Pfeiffer to discuss common ways parents h

Why Humor Matters

When was the last time your kids got a great laugh? Danny and John recall times where their children enjoyed laughing, and why that brought them joy. Also, Melissa Hannigan and Jim

"Where Did That Emotion Come From?"

Has your child ever had an outburst you didn't expect? John and Danny share moments where that happened with some of their kids. Plus, Jim Daly speaks to Melissa Hannigan on lesson

Mountain Or A Molehill?

When you feel frustrated with your kids, it's important to not overreact. Jim Daly and Justin Earley discuss how to discern whether a present frustration is really important or not

Your Dinner Table Is Your Mission Field

Having dinner regularly with your kids can lead to some beautiful conversations. John and Danny open up about times they had meals with their children, and why that was so meaningf

Phones Vs. Real Relationships

When you're getting constant notifications on your phone, how do you take time to look at real people? Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane address how many young people feel lonely. Plus

A Better Replacement For Screens

How do we find a way to break away from the constant use of screens? John and Danny cover how depression and anxiety have gone up since smart phones became the norm. Then, Jim Daly

Planned Emancipation Over Control

One of the worst decisions you can make with your teens is trying to control them. Jessica Pfeiffer and Dr. Ken Wilgus talk to Jim Daly on why trying to sway all of your teen's cho

When Will It Be Up To Me?

When your son or daughter reaches the teen phase, it's common for him or her to want independence and to speak his or her mind. John and Danny open up about times their kids became

Learning From Your Mistakes

Every parent makes mistakes, but the key is owning them when you make one. John and Danny share about times they messed up as parents, and how they learned from those situations. T

The Need For Intentionality & Wisdom

To be a great parent, you need to be focused. Melissa Hannigan and Jim Daly explain why not being intentional is bad for your parenting. Also, John and Danny bring up why you also

Forming New Habits And When Your Kid Is Anxious

Forming new habits with your family can be quite a challenge. John and Danny open up about how they tried new things with their kids. Also, Jim Daly and Justin Earley encourage par

Bedtime Liturgy & New Habits

What if the moment you put your kids to bed is a wonderful chance to point them to God? Justin Earley talks with Jim Daly about how he implemented something called a "Bedtime Litur

Setting Effective Screen-Time Limits

Like it or not, screens have a huge impact on your child's brain development. Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane share some statistics that expose the downside of phone addiction. Also,

Is It Too Late To Rein In My Child’s Screen Time?

Even many little kids today are addicted to a screen. How do we as parents do a better job of managing our screen time? John talks with Dr. Danny Huerta about how he encouraged his

Teaching Our Kids About God When Nothing Goes Our Way

What are ways to avoid getting discouraged when your plans get interrupted? John asks Danny about how he handled a family trip that got interrupted. Jim Daly then talks to Danika C

How To Use Scripture To Teach Your Kids About God

As a parent, what's the best way to teach your children about the Bible, especially when their attention span is short? Danny opens up about how getting your kids to pay attention

When Godly Parenting Defies The World’s Standards

How do you trust God with your kids when others don't understand your decisions? John and Danny open up about times they made difficult choices as fathers, even when some of their

Parenting With Unpredictable Children

One of the keys to successful parenting is being willing to adapt to change. Danny shares with John about how he's had to be flexible with his own kids. Then, Jim Daly talks to Mel

When You Get Angry At The Kids

Every parent has had a moment where you got extremely frustrated with your kids. John and Danny open up about times they did, and how they needed to take a moment to calm down. Als

The Secret To Keeping A Clean House

Have you ever come home bewildered at how messy your house was? Most of us have. Jim Daly talks with Kristi Clover about how keeping your house clean is a process, not a one and do

The Abc’s Of Screen-Time

If you or your kids are spending a lot of time on social media, it's good to ask yourself, "How is this impacting me?" Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane share something called the ABC'

Confronting The Dark Side Of Social Media

Social media can help you stay in touch with friends, but it also has many issues. Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane share about the dangers kids face on social media. Then, Danny and

Do Your Kids See You Reading The Bible?

Do your children see you read your Bible? John and Danny address how they tried setting a good example for their kids by reading God's Word. Then, Jim Daly and Danika Cooley give s

How You Both Teach Your Kids About God

How do you and your spouse try to teach your kids about God? Even if you have very different methods, it's good for your kids to learn from both of you. Danny and John share how th

Stepping Up Your Prayer Game

Does praying with your kids feel awkward sometimes? Danny talks to John about how a lot of parents wrestle with this very thing. Then, Jim Daly speaks with Sarah Holmstrom and Step

Teaching Your Kids To Love Prayer

How do you train your children to love prayer if they can't seem to concentrate on it? Danny and John bring up how that was a struggle for their parenting journeys. Plus, Jim Daly

When You’re Tempted To Procrastinate

Every mom or dad has had moments where you felt like sitting on the couch, and not doing something. John and Danny open up about times they felt tempted to procrastinate. Plus Kris

Simple Planning Steps For Big Results

Are you more of a planner or a spontaneous parent? Danny and John share how they approach planning vs. spontaneity. Then, Jim Daly talks with Kristi Clover about how to balance pla

How Screen-Time Affects The Brain

Have you ever intended to be on your phone for a few minutes, only to look up and realize you've lost an hour? Danny and John address how a lot of parents are setting a bad example

Replacing The Negative Effects Of Screen-Time

So many kids and parents are glued to a screen today! How can we do better in this area? Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane address some alarming statistics on how screens and social me

Navigating The Difficult Parts Of The Bible

How do you teach your kids about the challenging parts of the Bible? Danny and John talk about sections of the Bible they find difficult. Then, Danika Cooley and Jim Daly give some

When To Start Reading The Bible

Introducing your kids to the Bible is an important task as a parent. John and Danny share how they approached teaching their children about Scripture. Also, Jim Daly and Danika Coo

How Have You Seen God Move?

One of the best questions you can teach your kids to ask is, "Has God ever shown up in your life?" Sarah Holmstrom and Stephanie Thurling talk with Jim Daly on how they've taught t

Teaching Kids Gratitude & Prayer

Being thankful is something we all have to learn. It doesn't come naturally. Danny talks with John about how he taught his kids to be grateful. Then, Jim Daly speaks with two mothe

Priorities And Clearing Things Up

Saying "no," is a struggle for many parents today. John asks Danny about how he's learned to tell good opportunities "no." Also, Jim Daly asks Kristi Clover about ways you as a par

Adjusting, Not Overcommitting

What if a small adjustment in your schedule could change your life completely? Jim Daly talks with Kristi Clover about a principle she calls, glean and tweak. Also, John asks Danny

When Should I Give My Kids A Phone?

Giving your child a phone is an important decision today. Arlene Pellicane talks with Jim Daly about how it's wise to make sure your kids are ready for a phone before they actually

If Your Teen Rebels

How do you trust God if your teen rebels? Jodie Berndt and Jim Daly talk about how you can have hope, even if your teen isn't following Christ. Plus, Danny and John address why bla

Instilling A Passion For Scripture

Teaching your kids about the Bible is one of the most critical things you can do. Danny and John share how they tried teaching their kids about God's Word. Also, Danika Cooley join

When A Single Mom Feels Lonely

Many single moms today feel overlooked. To offer some encouragement, Jim Daly talks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells to remind single mothers you are not alone. Plus, Danny and Joh

No Secret Formula For Prayer

How do you make prayer a priority when you're getting pulled in a thousand directions? Stephanie Thurling and Sarah Holmstrom talk with Jim Daly about why prayer is not a formula.

Needing Jesus For The Stressful Moments

Every parent has had a moment where you say, "God please help me!" Danny and John open up about times they felt overwhelmed. Then, Jim Daly talks with Sarah Holmstrom and Stephanie

Dealing With Clutter In Your House

Are you the type of parent who can tolerate some clutter, or do you hate it with a passion? Jim Daly and Kristi Clover explain how different people have varying degrees of clutter

Involving Your Kids With House Chores