Sometimes Children Get It

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You and your spouse can and should learn to respect each other’s differing opinions, as Dr. Randy Schroeder explains. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of the broadcast "Forming New Habits For Your Marriage" for ... Show More

Dr. Randy Schroeder describes a lesson he learned from a couple who practiced something called, “quiet connects,” during a power outage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of the broadcast "Forming New Habits For ... Show More

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 some thoughts on ways you can teach your children to appreciate Scripture. Find us online at focusont ... Show More

Have you ever wanted to say what was on your mind, but you knew you shouldn't in front of your kids? John and Danny share times that's happened in their own parenting. Also, Dr. Kathy Koch tells Jim Daly a funny story about a time she held her tongue, even when it was difficult s ... Show More

What are some ways you've prayed for your children? John and Danny explain how they have prayed for their own kids. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch discuss the need to model godly behavior in front of our kids, if we want them to be people of integrity.   Find us online at focu ... Show More

It's difficult to process when your teen misbehaves. John and Danny open up about times their kids didn't behave well, and what they learned as dads. Plus, Jim Daly and Jodie Berndt address why trying to control your teenager's behavior is a poor parenting strategy.   Find us onl ... Show More

How do you and your spouse keep your relationship strong, even when you are busy raising children? Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis about the need for couples to stay committed to each other. Also, John and Danny give a word of encouragement to parents who feel distracted by t ... Show More

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 Thurling. Sarah shares about a stressful situation with her young kids, and what she learned. Find ... Show More

When a single parent is trying to raise kids, it's easy for negative emotions to creep in. Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells join Jim Daly to discuss something called the 5 R's that you have to watch out for. Plus, John and Danny share how we can sometimes misinterpret our kids' emot ... Show More

Let's talk about a parenting experience we don't often talk about - postnatal depression that impacts Dad. Zo & G feel so lucky to have the wonderful Mathew on today's episode to talk about his experience here, relationship struggles through parenting, learning patience and so mu ... Show More

Welcome to This Glorious Mess. A twice-weekly look at parenting as it really is. Confusing, exhausting, inspiring, funny, and full of surprises. So many surprises. How can we better understand children who view the world through a different lens?   This week Holly and Andrew are ... Show More

Series writers, Paul Larson and Abi Grant, read the story of Henry, who finds a Wishing Tree and makes a wish. But soon Henry discovers that sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for! Listen to today’s Thomas & Friends™ 80th Anniversary podcast story for kids to find out ... Show More