Raising happy, healthy children requires intentional effort and a willingness to show up well in their overwhelmed moments. By entering into their world and being safe for them, parents can lead to every major outcome they desire in their children. Finding joy in parenting is crucial, but it's often hindered by self-criticism and the constant scanning for threat. By prioritizing rest, slowing down, and interrupting the fight or flight response, parents can experience joy and pass it on to their children. [... more]

Birth order plays a significant role in shaping our personalities, behaviors, and relationships, especially in marriage. Dr. Kevin Lehman explains how understanding birth order can help couples navigate their differences and improve their communication, leading to a stronger and healthier marriage. [... more]

Parents often focus on getting their kids to behave, but a more important goal is to help them develop a sense of emotional safety and security. By understanding the messages they communicate to their children, parents can shift from managing behavior to mentoring belief and helping their kids develop healthy values and skills. [... more]

David's family is torn apart by the consequences of his sin, as his children struggle with the aftermath of his actions. The story of David and his son Absalom serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and seeking restoration and redemption. [... more]

A father's vision for his child's life is crucial in shaping their identity and purpose. God, as a loving father, also has a vision for our lives, which is revealed through prophetic revelation and the word of the Lord. Without this vision, people cast off restraint and are prone to sin and destruction. In contrast, those who receive God's vision and align their lives with it experience freedom, obedience, and a deeper connection with God. [... more]

Parents can inadvertently create anxiety in their children through well-meaning statements and intense emotions. By recognizing and regulating their own intensity, parents can help their kids feel more secure and develop better emotional connections. This requires a shift in approach, prioritizing regulation over talking, and using strategies like co-regulation, occupational therapy, and positive coping mechanisms to support children's emotional well-being. [... more]

We need both the maternal and paternal influence in our lives to experience unconditional love, comfort, and guidance. Spiritual mothers and fathers play a crucial role in shaping our values and purpose, leaving a lasting legacy and impacting future generations. [... more]

Christian parents want to raise kids who love Jesus, but the enemy has a strategy to undermine their faith. By understanding this strategy, parents can help their kids navigate the challenges of modern culture and stay connected to their faith. [... more]

Raising kids in today's culture comes with unique challenges, particularly when it comes to digital media and social pressures. Parents must navigate the complexities of childhood development, setting boundaries, and modeling self-control to help their children thrive. [... more]

Parents often misperceive their role in raising their children, focusing on controlling and guiding them rather than giving them the space to grow and learn. This approach can lead to children developing unhealthy coping mechanisms and a distorted view of reality. In contrast, a more effective approach involves setting clear boundaries, providing honest feedback, and giving children the freedom to make mistakes and learn from them. [... more]

Raising children who are independent, mature, and reliant on God requires a goal-oriented approach to parenting. Christian parents must model a God-ward perspective and create a safe, hospitable home environment where their teenagers can thrive. By focusing on their child's heart and character, parents can help their teenagers navigate the challenges of adolescence and develop a strong faith that will last a lifetime. [... more]

Childhood experiences and parental influence can shape our behavior and emotional maturity, often leading to patterns of discontent, anxiety, and unhappiness. Identifying and addressing these underlying issues is crucial for spiritual growth and inner healing, allowing us to break free from the behaviors that bind us and live a more whole and fulfilling life. [... more]

Teresa Ingram shares her personal journey of struggling with self-doubt and feelings of worthlessness, and how God freed her from that mindset and opened her eyes to see her true beauty and value. She explains how our self-image is shaped by our relationships with our parents and how we can develop a healthy view of ourselves by seeing ourselves as God sees us. [... more]

A dysfunctional family's struggles serve as a lesson in faith, highlighting God's sovereignty and the importance of trusting in His plan. A father's priorities and a mother's scheming can have lasting effects on their children, but ultimately, God's will prevails. By faith, Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning things to come, and God's promise to Abraham will be fulfilled. [... more]

The impact of parents on their children's lives is profound, and children often follow in their parents' footsteps. However, this can lead to generational sin and demonic forces at work. Dr. Michael Youssef explores the story of King Ahaziah and his father King Ahab, who consulted the occult and worshiped false gods, and how their actions had consequences for their children and future generations. The Bible teaches that God is patient and merciful, but also just and angry when His people turn to false idols and demonic forces. Dr. Youssef encourages listeners to live a godly life and seek spiritual victory through Jesus Christ, who has the power to set us free from generational bondage and demonic strongholds. [... more]

Children often misbehave due to a desire for attention, and parents can inadvertently encourage this behavior. Dr. Kevin Lehman shares practical advice on how to discipline children effectively, including the importance of setting clear boundaries, using positive reinforcement, and acknowledging the child's feelings. By understanding the underlying reasons for a child's behavior and responding in a thoughtful and intentional way, parents can help their children develop into responsible and well-adjusted individuals. [... more]

Raising children to become responsible adults requires intentional parenting strategies, including discipline and consequences that help them develop self-esteem and independence. Parents must model responsibility and teach their children to make choices and face the consequences of those choices, rather than shielding them from pain and difficulties. By doing so, parents can help their children develop into competent and compassionate individuals with a strong sense of character and conviction. [... more]

Doug Fields discusses the importance of intentional parenting, highlighting the five C's: confidence, character, conviction, compassion, and competence. He emphasizes the role of parents in shaping their children's values and faith, and encourages parents to aim for a specific endgame in their parenting efforts. [... more]

Christian parents play a crucial role in passing down their faith to the next generation, but many struggle with how to effectively do so. Research by Dr. Christian Smith reveals that parents who are authentically committed to their faith, practice it regularly, and involve their children in discussions about their values and practices are more likely to pass on their faith to their children. Additionally, parents who have a united front, are authoritative but warm, and proactively set up opportunities for their children to engage with their faith are more successful in passing on their faith. [... more]

The role of a father is critical in shaping the spiritual well-being of their children, and their influence can extend far beyond their physical presence. A father's example can bless or curse their children, and their absence can have devastating consequences. In this message, Dr. Erwin Lutzer explores the importance of a father's heart and how it can be turned towards their children, leading to reconciliation and restoration within the home. [... more]