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Dec 2021
11m 25s

Don't Walk Away

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY
About this episode

When your child is going through something difficult, you long to help. However, there are times when your efforts are not enough. In those situations, how do you respond? John and Danny provide some encouragement for when your child is struggling. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.

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