Parenting

Dr. John Trent explains the concept of the biblical blessing and why receiving that blessing helps children thrive. Our guest also offers parents practical suggestions for bestowing blessings on their kids.

In a riveting story of hope and redemption, Carolyn Koons tells how she, as a single woman, felt led by God to adopt a young boy she encountered in a harsh children's prison during a mission trip to Mexico.

Best-selling author Gary Chapman helps parents maintain a loving relationship with their adult child despite disagreeing with their choices, as well as the importance of communicating household rules and expectations if an adult child lives at home.

Author Jill Savage advises parents on ways to connect with and mentor their teenagers by allowing them the decision-making freedom needed to transition into adulthood.

Pastor Ted Cunningham urges parents to escape the traps of perfectionism, comparison and achievement in our children by pointing them toward the future God intends for their lives. If you'd like a CD of this broadcast, you can get it here.

Psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman discusses the top life stressors for women and gives practical advice on how to handle and reduce them.

Film producer Brian Ivie and Focus on the Family's Kelly Rosati discuss the upcoming movie The Drop Box, a moving documentary about a South Korean pastor who has rescued hundreds of abandoned babies, many of whom have disabilities.

Rob Mitchell recounts his childhood, being abandoned at an orphanage and spending the next 14 years of his life, enduring heartache, shame, loneliness and constant physical abuse. But his life eventually became a story of hope.

Tracey Garrell describes how, as a stay-at-home mom, she helps her children live out their faith in school.

Author Jill Savage offers some practical ideas for how parents can make their family's home a safer and healthier place for their children.

Money expert Mary Hunt shares the stories and mishaps from teaching her kids to be financially responsible and provides insight on the importance of instilling values in your children to give, save and plan ahead.

Author Kay Wyma encourages parents to counter self-absorption in their children with responsibility, life skills and awareness of those in need.