Today we will hear from Simi and Steve Carlson as they share their journey of parenting their children to adulthood, keeping the end in mind. Married for 35 years, they have four adult children along with three grandchildren.

The first ten years of their marriage involved moving regularly because of Steve's career in the military. Far from friends and family, the church became one constant in their life—becoming the friends and family they needed as they raised their children. Listen as they share how keeping this solid foundation center in their life—even after Steve retired from the military and Simi entered the workforce—benefitted not only their children, but also their marriage.

If you are a new parent or want to be a parent, this episode is for you as they address the need for parents to keep the end in mind as your children go through growing pains as they move from childhood to the teenage years to living independently as an adult

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The Carlson’s Recommendations:

Focus on the Family parenting books

Legacy of Prayer by Jennifer Kennedy Dean

Praying the Scriptures for Your Children by Jodie Berndt

Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens by Jodie Berndt

Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children by Jodie Berndt

Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out by Jim Burns