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January 22, 2024
Title: Can We Agree to Disagree Pleasantly?
Topic: Relationships
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 2
Geremy Keeton is the Senior Director of Counseling Services?at
Focus on the Family. Geremy Keeton leads the Focus on the Family’s team of mental health clinicians and pastoral specialists as they serve as safe and trusted guides on a wide range of family-related issues.
Today, Geremy helps us navigate arguments and disagreements, especially with those we love. One thing he likes to say is: “No one can drive you crazy unless you give them the keys.”
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Focus on the Family.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How do we remain calm, friendly, and connected when we disagree?
Why is “walking away” helpful during a heated argument/disagreement?
How can we remain friendly when we are upset?
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Can We Agree to Disagree Pleasantly?
Topic: Relationships
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What are some techniques to stay better connected to those we love?
How can we live in peace with family, friends, and co-workers despite our
agitated and polarized culture?
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December 27, 2023
Title: Holiday Stress Guide
Topic: Stress Relief
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
The holiday season is tough on everyone. Today, Focus on the
Family Senior Director of Counseling Geremy Keeton has some tips and advice
on how to prepare for and handle stressful situations.
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Focus on the Family on finding joy in stressful times and situations.
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here or call 1.800.A.FAMILY
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How can we all prepare for stress, especially around the holidays? One thing Geremy says is this: “Have your expectations set at a flexible and balanced place.”
Should we keep our focus on our faith in Jesus Christ? Geremy reminds us of the Fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
How can we incorporate the Golden Rule into all we do? Romans 12:18
“If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.”
Are holidays traditions important? Terry and Geremy discuss some of their own family traditions.
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February 25, 2022
Title: Relearning the Art of Face-to-Face Relationships
Topic: Relationships
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Recently, a California man made
headlines for a creative attempt at making friends: He cooked up a bunch of pancakes and
served them to his neighbors. It worked.
Geremy Keeton is the Sr. Director of Counseling Services at Focus on the Family.
Today he discusses the human need for face-to-face relationships and how we can
honor God through those relationships.
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from Focus on the Family. You can also call 1.800.A.FAMILY to speak to a family
counselor free of charge.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Who is the “Pancake Man”? Should we all be a “Pancake Man” (or woman or kid or
teenager)?
Have we lost the art of face-to-face relationships? Geremy says: “We are
generally people of habit… but relationships take intentionality and planning.”
He also reminds that we were made in God’s image and He designed us to be in
community.
How can we teach the younger generations to put down the electronics and
cultivate face-to-face relationships? Geremy offers some great suggestions…
What does a God-honoring friendship look like?
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October 30, 2020
Title: Rock Bottom is NOT Too Far from God
Topic: Inspirational and Motivational
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 3
Is anyone too far gone for God to reach? Absolutely NOT! We are ALL imperfect human beings in need of a Savior. And no matter what a person has done, God STILL loves them and will welcome them home with open arms.
Geremy Keeton is the Director for Counseling at Focus on the Family.
More on this and other issues can be found
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Questions/Issues Discussed:
In this segment, Geremy tells the story of Jacqueline and her brother. Their story is not uncommon. Can you relate – or know someone who is struggling?
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Rock Bottom is NOT Too Far from God
Topic: Inspirational and Motivational
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How far is “rock bottom”? Is rock bottom different for every person?
Geremy says this: “God gives us a level of freedom of choice. He doesn’t
wave a magic wand and take things away. He wants to transform us.”
Is God too far away from anyone?
Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in
spirit.”
John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that
they may have life and have it abundantly.”
Geremy says this: “There is another way on the other side of these dark places.”
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Rock Bottom is NOT Too Far from God
Topic: Inspirational and Motivational
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
In this segment, Geremy urges people to call the FREE Focus on the Family
hotline for help. People can talk to a licensed counselor for FREE and be
connected with counselors in their area.
Focus on the Family Hotline: 1-800-A-FAMILY 6:00 AM-8:00 PM (MT)
Monday-Friday
Website Help Information
here.
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October 20, 2020
Title: Rock Bottom is NOT Too Far from God
Topic: Inspirational and Motivational
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 3
Is anyone too far gone for God to reach? Absolutely NOT! We are ALL imperfect human beings in need of a Savior. And no matter what a person has done, God STILL loves them and will welcome them home with open arms.
Geremy Keeton is the Director for Counseling at Focus on the Family.
More on this and other issues can be found
here.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
In this segment, Geremy tells the story of Jacqueline and her brother. Their story is not uncommon. Can you relate – or know someone who is struggling?
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Rock Bottom is NOT Too Far from God
Topic: Inspirational and Motivational
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How far is “rock bottom”? Is rock bottom different for every person?
Geremy says this: “God gives us a level of freedom of choice. He doesn’t
wave a magic wand and take things away. He wants to transform us.”
Is God too far away from anyone?
Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in
spirit.”
John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that
they may have life and have it abundantly.”
Geremy says this: “There is another way on the other side of these dark places.”
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Rock Bottom is NOT Too Far from God
Topic: Inspirational and Motivational
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
In this segment, Geremy urges people to call the FREE Focus on the Family
hotline for help. People can talk to a licensed counselor for FREE and be
connected with counselors in their area.
Focus on the Family Hotline: 1-800-A-FAMILY 6:00 AM-8:00 PM (MT)
Monday-Friday
Website Help Information
here.
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March 18, 2019
Title: Children Under Attack
Topic: Child Abuse
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 2
Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed might be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.
Every two minutes, an American is sexually assaulted. And every eight minutes, that victim is a child. Meanwhile, only six out of every one thousand perpetrators will end up in prison.
Geremy Keeton, Director of Counseling at Focus on the Family, offers more grim details today…
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are children across America under attack?
What do parents need to know about grooming and sexual abuse?
We have heard a lot about sexual abuse in churches. In reality, sexual abuse occurs more often in public schools! Listen as Geremy discusses other places this can occur and how parents can take a proactive approach…
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Children Under Attack
Topic: Child Abuse
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed might be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Recently HBO aired a documentary on Michael Jackson in "Leaving Neverland"
that explores the allegations of sexual abuse from two men who stayed there as
boys. The immediate reaction by most parents watching was shock: “Who would
ever leave a child alone with an adult they didn’t know?”
Should parents speak up if they suspect their child (or another child) has been
sexually abused? Why are so many afraid to say anything?
Sleepovers: Good or Bad?
Does counseling help those who have been sexually abused?
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for an age-appropriate FREE download to help you discuss sexuality and sexual
abuse with your child/teenager. You can also find FREE counseling help on their
website.
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November 6, 2018
Title: Does Prayer Make a Difference?
Topic: Power of Prayer
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Today’s segment with Geremy Keeton focuses on the “what if my
child strays” question many (if not all) parents have regarding their
children. Geremy is the Director of Counseling with Focus on the Family.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Does prayer really make a difference?
Should parents be praying for their children every day?
What should parents NOT do when their child strays from their faith?
Do parents need someone to “vent” to so they don’t take their frustration out on their kids?
Should we pray to be like the father of the prodigal son?
Why is it important for us to help and support our friends whose children have strayed from their faith?
Geremy Keeton says this: “Make the aroma of your faith, the steadiness it gives you, attractive to your child.”
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February 8, 2018
Title: Protecting our Children from Sexual Abuse
Topic: Child Sexual Abuse
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young
children. Issues discussed might be upsetting or hard for little ones to
understand.
How can parents protect their children from sexual abuse, especially by a
trusted adult? Geremy Keeton is the Director of Counseling at Focus on the
Family. Listen as he offers some wisdom and advice on how to handle these
tough situations.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What is the best way parents can protect their children from sexual abuse?
Geremy Keeton says open conversation is key…
Do parents really need to be on guard with every person their children may come
in contact with – from the doctor to the soccer/gym coach to the Sunday School
teacher?
Is there ever an appropriate situation when a doctor should need to speak to or
consult a child without a parent being present?
How can parents know they can trust a tutor or academic professional who may
have one-on-one contact with their child?
Should public schools begin implementing new procedures in their clinics when a
nurse would have close contact with a child without another adult present?
What are some situations that a parent should be mindful of when a medical
professional is with their child?
Click here
for more information about the book “God Made All of Me”. There is also
a FREE download available that is appropriate for older children called “Having
the Talk” that is available through Focus on the Family, as well.
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August 23, 2017
Title: Kids, Racism, and Violence
Topic: Console Your Kids
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Current headlines and social media are dominated by the recent acts
of racism and violence around the country. Kids and
teens who see the events unfolding on television and their phone screens will
undoubtedly have many questions.
Geremy Keeton, the Director of Counseling Services with Focus on the Family,
has some advice for parents today on how to use topics such as this as “teachable
moments”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Should parents shield their children from seeing the violence on TV and social
media?
How can parents help their children cope with the ugliness when they do see it
or hear about it?
Is over-exposure a bad thing?
Geremy Keeton believes these topics are the perfect opportunity for parents to
openly discuss the dangers of social media and the media in general with their
kids, especially teens.
Can parents use the horrible situation in Charlottesville, Virginia, as a
Biblical teaching moment?
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August 24, 2016
Title: Advice for “The Talk” with your Kids
Topic: Child Sexual Abuse
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed might be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.
The Red Flags are there: Protecting children from sexual assault. Every two minutes an American is sexually assaulted. And every eight minutes, that victim is a child. Meanwhile, only six out of every one thousand perpetrators will end up in prison.
New guest Geremy Keeton is the Director of Focus on the Family’s counseling department and a licensed marriage and family therapist. Today, he offers some advice to parents on how to get the “sex talk” started with your children.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
The CDC reports that one out of four girls and one out of six boys will be sexually assaulted before their eighteenth birthday. How accurate are these statistics?
What terms should parents use when parents talk to their kids about sexual touching? Some terms can be confusing to children, and this topic is often intimidating to parents. It’s hard for everyone! There are some great resources on the
Focus on the Family website. One free “having the talk” download can be
found here.
Geremy Keeton also recommends rehearsing these three steps with your children, even toddlers: say no, walk or run away, and always talk to mom or dad. He also offers some situations where you can you rehearse this with your children.
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June 28, 2016
Title: Advice for “The Talk” with your Kids
Topic: Child Sexual Abuse
Discussed by Geremy Keeton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed might be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.
The Red Flags are there: Protecting children from sexual assault. Every two minutes an American is sexually assaulted. And every eight minutes, that victim is a child. Meanwhile, only six out of every one thousand perpetrators will end up in prison.
New guest Geremy Keeton is the Director of Focus on the Family’s counseling department and a licensed marriage and family therapist. Today, he offers some advice to parents on how to get the “sex talk” started with your children.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
The CDC reports that one out of four girls and one out of six boys will be sexually assaulted before their eighteenth birthday. How accurate are these statistics?
What terms should parents use when parents talk to their kids about sexual touching? Some terms can be confusing to children, and this topic is often intimidating to parents. It’s hard for everyone! There are some great resources on the
Focus on the Family website. One free “having the talk” download can be
found here.
Geremy Keeton also recommends rehearsing these three steps with your children, even toddlers: say no, walk or run away, and always talk to mom or dad. He also offers some situations where you can you rehearse this with your children.
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