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September 9, 2024
Title: No, Kids are NOT Hazardous to Our Health
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Is parenting “hazardous to our health”?
Dr. Danny Huerta explains why he disputes this claim in today’s segment. Dr. Huerta is the Vice President of Parenting with
Focus on the Family, helping parents disciple and mentor the next generation so they can thrive in Christ.
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here to read the op-ed by Paul Batura, the Vice President of Communications for
Focus on the Family and a writer for the Daily Citizen, an online publication for
FOF.
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Focus on the Family.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Parenting is definitely stressful. But is it “hazardous to our health”?
Dr. Huerta believes that the parent-child relationship is like no other – and then you have grandkids to look forward to!
What did the US Surgeon General
report opine about parenting?
In reality, are children associated with more joy than misery? Dr. Huerta shares a sweet story about a couple who already had three children but then got the crazy news that they were going to have quintuplets!
Does going to church improve the overall health of family members? Dr. Huerta believes that families function better when they put their faith in God’s teachings and attend church/small groups regularly.
How can we help encourage other parents, whether friends or strangers?
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August 26, 2024
Title: Should Cell Phones be Permitted at School?
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Lisa Anderson
with The Boundless Show (www.boundless.org)
There is an ongoing raging debate for tighter restrictions on cell phone usage
at school.
Today, Lisa Anderson discusses this important issue, offering parents and
grandparents some great insight and helpful advice. Lisa is the Director for
Young Adults for The Boundless Show, a division of Focus on the Family.
Click here for the latest on an array of topics
from Lisa Anderson and The Boundless Show.
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here for helpful tips and advice from
Focus on the Family on this topic.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Does limiting access benefit a students’ mental health and learning? Lisa
explains how cell phone usage is actually changing our brain chemistry – even
among adults!
Some states have introduced procedures limiting cell phone usage in schools.
What are some of the biggest roadblocks to achieving their goal? You may be
shocked by this response!
What do teachers say about cell phone usage in their classroom? Lisa reveals
that teachers are becoming increasingly frustrated with the lack of
concentration by their students.
What are the main issues with cell phones? Lisa Anderson discusses online
bullying and inappropriate content that young children have access to via the
internet on their smart phones.
Parents and grandparents often contact Focus on the Family for guidance on this
topic. If you have more questions, comments, or concerns, please click
here or call 1.800.A.FAMILY
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August 8, 2024
Title: Preparing our Big Kids for the Real World
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Joannie DeBrito
with Alive to Thrive (Learn.AliveToThrive.com)
Dr. Joannie DeBrito is the former Director of Parenting and Youth at
Focus on the Family and helped design the content for Alive to
Thrive, a FREE online resource for families. Today, Dr. DeBrito offers some
helpful tips for parents who are sending their “big kids” off into the
real world.
Click here for more tips and
advice from Focus on the Family on parenting adult children.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
We all want our kids to aim for and achieve good grades. However, are good
grades the only thing that matters?
How can we help emerging adult kids prepare for social and emotional success as
they walk the path towards adulthood? Dr. DeBrito encourages parents and
grandparents to make sure kids know the importance of knowing their strengths
and weaknesses, taking personal responsibility for their own actions, and
working well with others (strangers) in tough situations.
Why is it important for adults to be mindful of their own attitude when
discussing adulthood with their “big kids”?
Are good friends as adults just as important as good friends when we’re
kids/teens?
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November 6, 2023
Title: Disappearing Motherhood: Who’s to Blame?
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Andy Schlafly
with Phyllis Schlafly Eagles (www.PhyllisSchlafly.com)
The ratio of workers to retirees is projected to continue falling.
By 2034, the best-case scenario is 2.3 workers paying for each retiree. In the
worst-case scenario that ratio drops to 2 workers per retiree.
Today, Andy Schlafly discusses this disheartening news and offers his Biblical
perspective of the problem.
Click here
to read his editorial on this topic.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is America experiencing a fertility crash? Andy references several British
reports that
are laying out the facts that American reporters refuse to acknowledge. In fact,
does the American MSM actually praise women who choose not to have children?
What is a “Swifty”? Is she idolized across the world? What is her
message about motherhood and babies?
How many women under the age of 45 are having children?
Will childless young adults eventually become an elderly population dependent on
public support?
Will Social Security taxes need to be increased or payments decreased with only
two workers for each retiree? Andy believes that BOTH scenarios will happen.
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Disappearing Motherhood: Who’s to Blame?
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Andy Schlafly
with Phyllis Schlafly Eagles (www.PhyllisSchlafly.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are too many single men and women in America plagued with isolation? Andy
Schlafly discusses the grim statistics…
Are many women who hold at least a master’s degree childless?
Is married with children God’s plan?
How should the Church respond to this serious issue? Andy urges church leaders
to advocate for marriage/children and educate women on fertility.
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support the Phyllis Schlafly Eagles.
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February 23, 2023
Title: How to Destroy the World’s Influence in your Kid’s Life
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Jeff Schadt
with One Rule Home (www.onerulehome.com/)
Part 1 of 2
According to the CDC, nearly 3 in 5 teen girls felt persistently sad
or hopeless in 2021, 30% seriously considered suicide, and nearly 18%
experienced sexual violence. What’s happening?
New guest Jeff Schadt has been called the “adolescent whisperer” by parents and
ministry leaders. He is the Founder of One Rule Home and Revive Family. After
talking with more than 3,000 kids, Jeff Schadt’s eyes – and his heart – have
been opened.
Click here to order a copy of Jeff Schadt’s book
and workbook combo, “One Rule Home”.
Click here for more about
Revive Family,
Jeff Schadt’s non-profit organization devoted to bringing hope and healing to
parents and kids
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What are some of the causes of teen depression and suicidal thoughts?
What are teens and college kids personally telling Jeff about their depression
and anxiety?
What do parents tell Jeff about their teens?
Has the bridge fallen between parents and their children/teens?
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - How to Destroy the World’s Influence in your Kid’s Life
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Jeff Schadt
with One Rule Home (www.onerulehome.com/)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How can parents and grandparents begin to bridge the gap between themselves and
the teens in their lives? Jeff has several suggestions and discusses their
upcoming seminar on Saturday, April 22. Click
here for your FREE ticket.
How can parents break their teens dependence on their phones, video games,
social media, etc.?
Why does Jeff focus on three key words: “Love one another”?
Click here for more resources
from Jeff Schadt and One Rule Home.
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February 15, 2023
Title: Americans are Losing their Faith
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Zach Mettler
with Daily Citizen (DailyCitizen.com)
Part 1 of 2
Too many people have just enough religion to be convicted but not converted. What will happen in our society as parents do not pass on true faith in God to their children?
Zach Mettler is a staff writer and communications liaison for the Daily Citizen at
Focus on the Family. Today, Zach implores parents to instill a strong faith in their children that will last a lifetime.
Click here for more from Zach Mettler at the
Daily Citizen.
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here and
here for more studies and research on this issue.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are too many parents disregarding the admonition in Proverbs 22:6? Train up a child in the way they should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.
Do too many parents perceive that passing on religious beliefs is not their job or simply not important? Zach discusses some results from a recent survey, saying: “Most people don’t really care about finding the truth; only about living according to what they think is true for them.”
Book Reference: “Souls
in Transition” by Christian Smith
Bottom Line: Is our society a mess?
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Americans are Losing their Faith
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Zach Mettler
with Daily Citizen (DailyCitizen.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is our society fixated on finding and doing whatever makes each individual
happy? Zach urges Christians to continue to challenge this ideology and be ready
to defend your faith. 1 Peter 3:15 “But sanctify the Lord God in your
hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason
for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear.”
Why do many in our society doubt that Jesus Christ is the Son of the only Living
God?
Without a deep faith, do many walk away from religion when they face troubled
times? Zach discusses several prominent Christians who have renounced their
faith in recent years.
Are too many worship services emotional gatherings that wear off when the lights
are turned back on?
How can parents teach the Gospel and train up their children in the ways of the
LORD? Zach shares how his own parents modeled a Christ-like faith and life.
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around the world.
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July 14, 2021
Title: One Win a Day
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Parents are busy and often feel overwhelmed from all they’re doing while simultaneously feeling guilty for not doing enough. Investing in our kids is one of the most important God-ordained tasks of our lives, so we know we need to do so with intentionality.
Danny Huerta is the Vice President of Parenting and Youth of Focus on the Family. They have created “One Win a Day” – a great way for parents to connect and reconnect with their kids.
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here to sign up for FREE.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is investing time in our kids and grandkids one of the most important God-ordained tasks in our lives?
What is the intention of the FREE “One Win a Day” Challenge? Danny also explains a few of the challenges…
Is a reminder to spend time with our kids really necessary? Danny believes it is! We set alarms for all sorts of activities, meetings, events… Why not set a reminder to sit down and spend time with your kids?
What will the “One Win a Day” challenge accomplish?
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November 11, 2020
Title: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 3
Danny Huerta has a passion for equipping parents and grandparents to discipline and MENTOR the next generation.
Danny is the Vice President of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family.
Today, Danny discusses his newest book “7 Traits of Effective Parenting” Click
here
to order your copy.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Do we all need help in raising the next generation?
Must we be intentional in how we teach our children and grandchildren to love the Lord?
Danny says parents and grandparents must remember that we are “building contributors rather than consumers in God’s Kingdom Story.” I love that!
Do parents need a ton of grace and forgiveness? Danny shares a GREAT story about one of his kids…
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are literal and metaphorical fences and boundaries necessary? Will boundaries
change over time as the children grow and mature?
How important is showing gratitude toward our children and others? Danny recalls
a great lesson he learned a long time ago as a teenager…
Can there be a lasting, nurturing relationship without love?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What is the theme of Danny’s newest “7
Traits of Effective Parenting”?
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September 9, 2020
Title: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 3
Danny Huerta has a passion for equipping parents and grandparents to discipline and MENTOR the next generation.
Danny is the Vice President of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family.
Today, Danny discusses his newest book “7 Traits of Effective Parenting” Click
here
to order your copy.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Do we all need help in raising the next generation?
Must we be intentional in how we teach our children and grandchildren to love the Lord?
Danny says parents and grandparents must remember that we are “building contributors rather than consumers in God’s Kingdom Story.” I love that!
Do parents need a ton of grace and forgiveness? Danny shares a GREAT story about one of his kids…
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are literal and metaphorical fences and boundaries necessary? Will boundaries
change over time as the children grow and mature?
How important is showing gratitude toward our children and others? Danny recalls
a great lesson he learned a long time ago as a teenager…
Can there be a lasting, nurturing relationship without love?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - 7 Traits of Effective Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What is the theme of Danny’s newest “7
Traits of Effective Parenting”?
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September 2, 2020
Title: When Parents and Grandparents Disagree
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Paul Batura
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 2
According to a recent survey by MOTT, parents and grandparents disagree on a myriad of issues from discipline to screen time from snacks to safety. Can you relate? I know I can!
Paul Batura is the VP of Communications at Focus on the Family. He is the author of “Good Day: The Paul Harvey Story”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Do parents and grandparents have disagreements on how to raise the kids/grandkids?
What are the majority of disagreements over?
Off Topic (but important!): Do children often imitate behavior and actions that they see on TV and in movies?
Paul’s own father lived with him and his wife for a while. Did they have disagreements over the children? What were some positive and negative ways they approached the disagreements?
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - When Parents and Grandparents Disagree
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Paul Batura
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Should grandparents learn to bite their tongues over some issues?
How important is a healthy extended family unit?
What is Paul’s advice to parents and grandparents?
For more on this poll by MOTT, click
here.
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November 9, 2018
Title: The Art of Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dennis Rainey
with Family Life (www.familylife.com)
Part 1 of 3
What is the “reading, writing, and arithmetic of raising kids”
from a Biblical perspective?
Dennis Rainey and his wife Barbara have spent decades assisting couples and biblically helping them to strengthen and transform their marriages. Now they're bringing their insight and expertise gleaned from those years of ministry, as well as from their own personal experience raising six children, to “The Art of Parenting”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Should everyone have a goal to hug their kids and grandkids as each enter Heaven? Dennis Rainey reminds us of Proverbs 24:3-4…
Why should parents teach their kids to love God and love others?
Why should we purposefully build bridges with and for our kids?
Should parents teach their children how to ask for forgiveness?
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - The Art of Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dennis Rainey
with Family Life (www.familylife.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Why do so many college-age children leave the church?
Dennis Rainey believes that, while many parents are consistent in taking their
children/teens to church, most are not living out that Christian life the other
six days of the week.
Dennis also offers a shocking result from a recent George Barna survey
concerning this issue…
What two things does Dennis say parents must do to ensure their children will
continue to follow God after they leave their home?
Why is it the parent’s responsibility to teach their children strong character?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - The Art of Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dennis Rainey
with Family Life (www.familylife.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How can “The Art of Parenting” help parents, grandparents, guardians, Sunday School teachers – anyone who teaches children?
Click here for more information on the book, the small group study guide, and the video series from “The Art of Parenting”.
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September 24, 2018
Title: The Art of Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dennis Rainey
with Family Life (www.familylife.com)
Part 1 of 3
What is the “reading, writing, and arithmetic of raising kids”
from a Biblical perspective?
Dennis Rainey and his wife Barbara have spent decades assisting couples and biblically helping them to strengthen and transform their marriages. Now they're bringing their insight and expertise gleaned from those years of ministry, as well as from their own personal experience raising six children, to “The Art of Parenting”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Should everyone have a goal to hug their kids and grandkids as each enter Heaven? Dennis Rainey reminds us of Proverbs 24:3-4…
Why should parents teach their kids to love God and love others?
Why should we purposefully build bridges with and for our kids?
Should parents teach their children how to ask for forgiveness?
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - The Art of Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dennis Rainey
with Family Life (www.familylife.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Why do so many college-age children leave the church?
Dennis Rainey believes that, while many parents are consistent in taking their
children/teens to church, most are not living out that Christian life the other
six days of the week.
Dennis also offers a shocking result from a recent George Barna survey
concerning this issue…
What two things does Dennis say parents must do to ensure their children will
continue to follow God after they leave their home?
Why is it the parent’s responsibility to teach their children strong character?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - The Art of Parenting
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dennis Rainey
with Family Life (www.familylife.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How can “The Art of Parenting” help parents, grandparents, guardians, Sunday School teachers – anyone who teaches children?
Click here for more information on the book, the small group study guide, and the video series from “The Art of Parenting”.
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September 11, 2018
Title: Teaching: Hard Work, Team Work, Persistence
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Brad Meltzer
with Brad Meltzer www.BradMeltzer.com
“The beginning of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Lao Tzu
Brad Meltzer is a best-selling author and host of History Channel TV shows Brad Meltzer’s Decoded and
Brad Meltzer’s Lost History. Today, he will be discussing the importance of teaching children the value of hard work and team work.
Click here for more from Brad Meltzer.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What details are inside Brad’s newest children’s book: “I Am Neil Armstrong”?
Does this book help children understand the importance of hard work?
What is a “true hero” – for both girls and boys?
Who had the biggest impact on Brad’s life growing up?
NOTE: Brad will be in Houston/Katy on Thursday, September 13 at 7 pm at
Books-A-Million, 5000 Katy Mills Circle, #221, Katy, Texas
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Title: Trading Chores with Your Kids
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Heather Trent Beers
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Are you tired of doing your chores AND your kids chores?
Listen as Terry reads
Heather Trent Beers’ article from Focus on the Family on how
to get your kids to do their chores the first time!
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March 8, 2018
Title: The 8 Worst Ways to Encourage a Child
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Part 1 of 3
Danny Huerta is a dad, coach, family counselor, and Vice President
of Parenting at Focus on the Family. Danny has seen his share of well-meaning but less-than-helpful praise from parents. Today, he will be sharing “The 8 Worst Ways to Encourage a Child”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Do most parents mean well when they try to encourage their children?
How can parents supplement the superficial feedback kids receive from outside sources? Danny uses Philippians 4:8 as a reference…
Should parents be telling toddlers “great job”? Do toddlers even know the meaning of the word “job”? What should parents say in place of “job”?
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - The 8 Worst Ways to Encourage a Child
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Society now believes that everybody wins – everybody should get a trophy. Is
this healthy?
What if Michael Jordan quit when a coach said he wasn’t good enough?
What if David quit after he missed Goliath the first time?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - The 8 Worst Ways to Encourage a Child
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Should parents give dishonest feedback? In other words, are “little white lies”
okay?
Jennifer is good at singing. Her sister, Melissa, is good at ballet. Should
parents encourage both girls to do both activities?
This is a tough one: Do we urge our children to face their fears – or not face
them at all?
Are the words “please” and “thank you” still relevant?
What is someone tells your daughter “Oh, you are SO pretty?” Or tells our son
“You are the best football player I’ve even seen!” How should parents react?
What is an empty compliment and why should parents avoid them?
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June 2, 2017
Title: Is Your Kid an Introvert?
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Tim Sanford
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
Shyness can be hard for parents who themselves have extroverted
personalities and don’t understand introverted tendencies.
New guest, Tim Samford, is with Focus on the Family. Listen in as he offers some
great advice on this issue.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What does “introvert” mean?
Are children who are introverts often misread as snobbish or even “mentally
challenged”?
Is it okay for kids to have only one or two friends?
How can parents and siblings better understand introverts? Tim Sanford has four
suggestions:
offer encouragement
give them time
stop and listen
leave
them alone!
How can parents help their introvert child to break out of their shell from
time-to-time?
If you would like a FREE consultation from Focus on the Family, call
1.800.A.FAMILY.
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April 21, 2017
Title: Helping Kids Handle Shame and Guilt
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by MT Wilson
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
How do you react when your child is embarrassed or has shame and guilt?
New guest MT Wilson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Focus on the
Family. He is also the author of several books: “Preventing Ministry Failure: A ShepherdCare Guide for Pastors, Ministers and Other Caregivers” and “Unburdened:
The Christian Leader's Path to Sexual Integrity”, which can be found on Amazon.
Listen as MT Wilson offers some advice for all parents and grandparents on this
sensitive issue.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
MT Wilson describes the real-life, true-story scenario behind the topic of
conversation today. The father’s response to his daughter’s dilemma was classic
and hilarious.
How can parents, grandparents, and even older siblings help ease the shame or
embarrassment of a younger child? MT Wilson has some great suggestions!
What is the difference between empathy and sympathy?
Should we show compassion for them? What should we do after we offer compassion?
Should we respond differently when a child feels shame or guilt rather than
embarrassment?
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January 30, 2017
Title: When Tough Dads Play Barbie
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Dr. Daniel Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
When men have daughters, something in them dramatically changes.
Even the toughest of men can develop a soft spot for relating to
their little girls. Recently, Mattel knocked it out of the park with a
Barbie commercial
showing tough dads playing dolls with their girls.
Danny Huerta is the Vice President of Parenting at Focus on the Family.
Listen in as he encourages dads to be actively involved in their daughter’s
lives.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Fathers have an emotional and psychological impact on their daughters, whether
positive or negative. Should fathers begin today to positively affect their
daughters, no matter their age?br />
How can fathers make meaningful connections with their daughters? Brad has some
very practical (and easy!) ways which fathers can connect with their daughters.
Why do girls need their dads in such a deep way?
Click
here for some more inspiration!
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September 3, 2015
Title: How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Pastor Patrick Quinn
with Frazer United Methodist Church (www.frazerumc.org)
Part 1 of 3
Inside our children are two wolves – one good and one evil.
Which will you
feed? In the face of the bewildering array of modern parenting advice that seems
to change with the wind direction, author and Pastor Patrick Quinn, along with
his co-author Ken Roach, illustrate how parents can make a positive difference
in their children’s lives.
In How to Ruin Your Child in 7 Easy Steps, Pastor Quinn compares The Seven
Cardinal Virtues vs. the Seven Deadly Sins. He explains how a sermon series he
did at Frazer United Methodist Church began to convict him, causing him to
examine his own life with his three children. He says, “The seven deadly sins
are really roots that grow a lot of the other sins in our lives.”
In this first segment, listen in as Pastor Patrick Quinn discusses the first
deadly sin: pride.
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Pastor Patrick Quinn
with Frazer United Methodist Church (www.frazerumc.org)
Pastor Patrick Quinn says in his
book How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps, “Harboring secret sins will
sabotage the power of influence in our own children – even if they never find
out.” Listen in as he elaborates on this thought – it can even effect your
business practices and other relationships!
Pastor Quinn also discusses more of the Seven Deadly Sins: envy and
greed. It’s
not just about material wants. He also reminds us not to judge anyone without
walking in their shoes and that generosity is a great virtue for any one of any
age to have.
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Pastor Patrick Quinn
with Frazer United Methodist Church (www.frazerumc.org)
Laziness and
slothfulness. Do you have a teen in your house? You have probably
uttered something similar to the following (whether aloud or under your breath):
“How can you be so lazy? Clean your room!” Pastor Patrick Quinn poses
this question: “How are you going to improve yourself today?” This is a
good question for anyone, not just children! Listen in as he explains “PR”.
Anger is another touchy subject for many parents. Its ok for us to get mad, but
not our kids, right? NO! Pastor Quinn says that anger is actually a gift! Yes –
a gift! But it is how we utilize that anger and use that anger in the right way
that makes all the difference. Listen in as Pastor Quinn gives a personal story
of how he let his anger get out of hand in the presence of one of his children.
It is never too late to show your child the right way to live – even if your
children have children! To order a copy of Pastor Patrick Quinn’s book, “How
to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps”, click [here].
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June 23, 2015
Title: How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Pastor Patrick Quinn
with Frazer United Methodist Church (www.frazerumc.org)
Part 1 of 3
Inside our children are two wolves – one good and one evil.
Which will you
feed? In the face of the bewildering array of modern parenting advice that seems
to change with the wind direction, author and Pastor Patrick Quinn, along with
his co-author Ken Roach, illustrate how parents can make a positive difference
in their children’s lives.
In How to Ruin Your Child in 7 Easy Steps, Pastor Quinn compares The Seven
Cardinal Virtues vs. the Seven Deadly Sins. He explains how a sermon series he
did at Frazer United Methodist Church began to convict him, causing him to
examine his own life with his three children. He says, “The seven deadly sins
are really roots that grow a lot of the other sins in our lives.”
In this first segment, listen in as Pastor Patrick Quinn discusses the first
deadly sin: pride.
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Pastor Patrick Quinn
with Frazer United Methodist Church (www.frazerumc.org)
Pastor Patrick Quinn says in his
book How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps, “Harboring secret sins will
sabotage the power of influence in our own children – even if they never find
out.” Listen in as he elaborates on this thought – it can even effect your
business practices and other relationships!
Pastor Quinn also discusses more of the Seven Deadly Sins: envy and
greed. It’s
not just about material wants. He also reminds us not to judge anyone without
walking in their shoes and that generosity is a great virtue for any one of any
age to have.
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - How to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Pastor Patrick Quinn
with Frazer United Methodist Church (www.frazerumc.org)
Laziness and
slothfulness. Do you have a teen in your house? You have probably
uttered something similar to the following (whether aloud or under your breath):
“How can you be so lazy? Clean your room!” Pastor Patrick Quinn poses
this question: “How are you going to improve yourself today?” This is a
good question for anyone, not just children! Listen in as he explains “PR”.
Anger is another touchy subject for many parents. Its ok for us to get mad, but
not our kids, right? NO! Pastor Quinn says that anger is actually a gift! Yes –
a gift! But it is how we utilize that anger and use that anger in the right way
that makes all the difference. Listen in as Pastor Quinn gives a personal story
of how he let his anger get out of hand in the presence of one of his children.
It is never too late to show your child the right way to live – even if your
children have children! To order a copy of Pastor Patrick Quinn’s book, “How
to Ruin your Child in 7 Easy Steps”, click [here].
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May 28, 2015
Title: Is It Ok to Embarrass Your Kids?
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Erin Berriman
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
“Mom!” “Dad!” “Stop embarrassing me!” We’ve all embarrassed our kids at one
point or another. Sometimes on purpose. Other times unintentionally. But does it
really affect them negatively?
Erin Berriman is with Focus on the Family. Erin has three teenagers. She
confesses that there have been times when she did something that seemed
unimportant to her, but her kids were mortified! She offers some advice for
parents on how they can be more aware around their teens.
Erin says to first remember how it was when you were 16 years old. “Be mindful
of their heart,” she says. “We do wound our children.” When we mess up, our
Father does not humiliate us. Parents, likewise, shouldn’t humiliate their kids
on purpose.
“It’s okay to have healthy conflict,” Erin Berriman continues. Ask your children
how you embarrass them. Really listen to them and hear what they have to say.
Also let your kids know when they embarrass you! Use those moments as teachable
lessons for everyone in the family.
Ephesians 6:4 “Fathers do not exasperate your children; instead bring them up in
the training and the instruction of the Lord.”
For more from Focus on the Family, click [here].
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April 22, 2015
Title: Is It Ok to Embarrass Your Kids?
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Erin Berriman
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org
“Mom!” “Dad!” “Stop embarrassing me!” We’ve all embarrassed our kids at one
point or another. Sometimes on purpose. Other times unintentionally. But does it
really affect them negatively?
Erin Berriman is with Focus on the Family. Erin has three teenagers. She
confesses that there have been times when she did something that seemed
unimportant to her, but her kids were mortified! She offers some advice for
parents on how they can be more aware around their teens.
Erin says to first remember how it was when you were 16 years old. “Be mindful
of their heart,” she says. “We do wound our children.” When we mess up, our
Father does not humiliate us. Parents, likewise, shouldn’t humiliate their kids
on purpose.
“It’s okay to have healthy conflict,” Erin Berriman continues. Ask your children
how you embarrass them. Really listen to them and hear what they have to say.
Also let your kids know when they embarrass you! Use those moments as teachable
lessons for everyone in the family.
Ephesians 6:4 “Fathers do not exasperate your children; instead bring them up in
the training and the instruction of the Lord.”
For more from Focus on the Family, click [here].
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August 25, 2014
Title: Using Media and Culture to Instill Conscience, Character, and Faith
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Marybeth Hicks
with Marybeth Hicks (www.MaryBethHicks.com)
Part 1 of 2
As parents, grandparents, coaches, and teachers, we must use our Godly influence
to mold the next generation. Students are in school for 7-8 hours per day for
roughly 270 days a year. Some students attend church and Sunday School every
Sunday, some only twice a month, and many don’t attend church at all.
Our children are being inculcated with worldly viewpoints on a daily basis,
whether it be from teachers, classmates, or the media. The next generation of
young people are now being referred to as “Generation M” for media.
When parents or grandparents are with teens and tweens and a song comes on with
questionable lyrics or you notice them watching a TV show that spews vulgarity
or hatred toward God, change the channel but also use those moments to teach
them the right thing. Explain why the song is bad or ask them what they might
think is wrong with it. Tell them that the way the actors are using their
influence to discredit God is wrong. Engage them in conversation. Don’t just sit
back and expect them to know the difference.
Someone will win the heart of your children. Will it be you and your Godly
influence or will it be the world and Satan?
Listen in as Marybeth Hicks
discusses why it is so important to take action now before it is too late.
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Using Media and Culture to Instill Conscience, Character, and Faith
Topic: Parenting
Discussed by Marybeth Hicks
with Marybeth Hicks (www.MaryBethHicks.com)
Everything around us can be used
as a teachable moment, from an obscene gesture or word on a bumper sticker to
someone using bad language at the grocery store to a same-sex couple holding
hands or kissing at the movie theatre. These things might make us uncomfortable,
but we still must use those moments to teach our children right from wrong.
Marybeth suggests telling your kids in those situations: “I would pray that you
would have more respect for those around you than to do those type of things,
especially in public and more importantly when young children are around.”
Gandhi once said: “I like your Christ, but I do not like your Christians.” We
must change the view of our children if we want to change the view of the world.
We cannot just expect them to know the truth from God’s word unless we teach and
show them that truth.
Log on to www.MaryBethHicks.com to order a copy of “Teachable Moments” and to
learn more about Marybeth’s ministry. You can also follow Marybeth and get
updates from her blog at www.OntheCulture.com.
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