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Friend of Trace – Paul CoughlinPaul Coughlin is an expert witness regarding bullying and the law, and the founder and president of the anti-bullying program The Protectors. He has appeared in many media outlets. Paul is a best-selling author of eight books, including the freedom-from-bullying parent and teacher resource Raising Bully-Proof Kids, as well as a former newspaper editor. He works with numerous professional organizations to diminish bullying. His anti-bullying curriculum is used throughout North America as well as in South Africa, Uganda, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil among other countries.
Paul is a boys varsity soccer coach, where he was voted Coach of the Year twice. Paul has previously served as a member of the Board of Trustees for St. Mary’s School in Medford, Oregon.
He is also a popular men’s conference speaker who has inspired thousands across North America as well as in Wales and England.
Freeing Us from BullyingTrace Embry and Michelle Hill talk with friend Paul Coughlin. They discuss the issue of bullying with a focus on how parents can help their children navigate this problem. They share the importance of recognizing that anyone can be a bully, including one’s own child, and the need for a plan of action if this is the case. The role of the internet is also highlighted and how it exacerbates bullying as it allows for constant harassment.
Paul Coughlin, author of the book “Freeing Us from Bullying,” emphasizes the importance of teaching children to stand up against bullying, and the dangers of allowing them to become victims. He also differentiates between teasing and bullying, and explains why some people become bullies. The discussion also touches on the misinterpretation of biblical teachings, such as “turning the other cheek,” in the context of bullying.
Episode Highlights:
- Have you ever considered if your child was the bully?
- Is bullying worse now than it was 20 years ago?
- Determine the difference between bullying and kids just playing around.
- Does the Bible give examples of bullying and how to deal with it?
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Friend of Trace – Michael FarrisMichael P. Farris is a lawyer and founder of the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College. He is the former President & CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom, which he served from 2017 until 2022. Michael is also an author. He’s written several titles on homeschooling and parenting.
Bring up a Child the Way He Should GoTrace Embry, Michelle Hill and guest attorney, Michael Farris from Alliance Defending Freedom discuss the importance of standing up for family’s religious convictions and liberties. Michael claims that the government is overstepping its boundaries and imposing its power on parents, particularly in the realm of education.
He believes that parents should have the right to direct the upbringing of their children, especially in terms of their moral and religious beliefs. He also discusses the issue of critical race theory and critical gender theory in public schools, arguing that these theories are promoting a form of systemic racism and undermining parental rights.
Michael Farris encourages parents to consider alternatives to public schooling and to fight back against these issues through litigation.
Episode Highlights:
- Why Christian parents need to know about Alliance Defending Freedom.
- What is the most pressing issue regarding parental rights?
- Michael Farris’ take on systemic racism and the public school system.
- Is your religious freedom at risk?
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Friend of Trace – Richard Cohen, M.A.Richard Cohen, M.A. is the founder and executive director of Positive Approaches To Healthy Sexuality, or PATH, a psychotherapist, educator, and author. He travels the world teaching on such issues as healthy sexuality, marital relations, communication skills, parenting skills, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
He has authored seven books, and also does consultations and speaking engagements at colleges and conferences.
Healthy Touch & Emotional ConnectionTrace Embry, Michelle Hill, together with guest Richard Cohen, M.A. discuss the changing dynamics of the parent-child relationship in our American culture. They argue that children today have more influence and authority in their homes than previous generations, which some view as progress, while others see it as potentially harmful.
Richard Cohen, M.A. shares about his book “Healing Humanity: Love, Time, Touch, and Talk.” He emphasizes the importance of healthy touch in parenting, arguing that many people in Western culture are oversexed because they are undernourished in terms of healthy, non-sexual touch.
He suggests that parents should introduce healthy touch incrementally and always inform their children before implementing a new parenting skill. Cohen also discusses the importance of parents modeling healthy touch and emotional connection in their own relationships.
Episode Highlights:
- Have we helped our kids survive the American Culture norms?
- Learn what healthy touch is within the family, community, church and the culture?
- Is it possible to have a deep need and desire for appropriate touch by others without realizing it, particularly by one’s parent?
- How to attach and show affection to your child in a healthy way?
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Friend of Trace – John RosemondJohn Rosemond earned his masters in psychology in 1971 from Western Illinois University, and is licensed in North Carolina. During his career he has directed several mental health programs for children, and has help numerous families and children every since.
John devotes his time to speaking and writing now. John is syndicated in well over 225 newspapers nationwide. He has written over eighteen best-selling parenting books, and travels to speak all over the country sharing his parenting experience and humor with so many others.
He lives in North Carolina with his wife Wilma, a.k.a. “Willy.” They have been married over 50 years. He is also the founder of ParentGuru, where he helps parents to raise responsible adults.
Prepare Your Kids for the WorldTrace Embry, Michelle Hill, together with John Rosemond, author of The Bible Parenting Code, share about the importance of traditional parenting methods and the dangers of modern psychology’s influence on parenting.
John Rosemond argues that parents should not strive to be in a relationship with their children, but rather should focus on disciplining and preparing them for the world. He also discusses the importance of parents being on the same page and putting their marriage first.
John Rosemond suggests that parents should not compromise their standards to secure a relationship with their children. He advises parents of adult children who have cut off communication with each other to pray about it rather than pursue it.
Episode Highlights:
- What’s John’s advice to parents with adult children?
- Do parents need to change the way they are doing parenting?
- What is the importance of parents being on the same page in their parenting style?
- What does Scripture say about parenting?
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Friend of Trace – Dr. Nicholas KardarasDr. Kardaras is an Ivy-League educated psychologist, a well known speaker and addiction expert. He is also the CEO and Chief Clinical Officer of Maui Recovery in Hawaii and Omega Recovery in Austin, Texas. Dr. Kardaras is the author of the book titled “Glow Kids.” Please visit his bio page to learn more about his amazing accomplishments.
Keep Your Kids from Glowing in the Digital AgeTrace Embry, Michelle Hill, and Dr. Nicholas Kardaras speak about the dangers of excessive screen time for children and its impact on their emotional, social, physical, and spiritual health. They highlight the importance of face-to-face interaction and the role of parents in setting examples for their children.
They also discuss the influence of digital technology on the mental health of young people, particularly the addictive nature of devices and the impact of social media influencers. They suggest that the excessive information and lack of critical thinking skills can lead to mental health issues, self-destructive behaviors, and even suicide.
They advocate for delayed access to devices, regulation of screen time, and avoidance of social media and gaming to protect children from the harmful effects of digital technology.
Episode Highlights:
- How has technology affected how we parent our kids?
- Learn the influence of digital technology on the hearts and minds of human beings, particularly kids.
- What is impulsivity & who has it?
- Younger females contracting Tourette syndrome.
- What percent of mass shootings are linked to mental illness?
- Culprits of Digital Addiction?
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Friend of Trace – Lieutenant Colonel Dave GrossmanLt. Col. Dave Grossman is a Retired (1998) US Army Ranger, a paratrooper, and a former West Point Psychology Professor. He has become one of our nation’s leading trainers for military, law enforcement, mental health providers, and school safety organizations. He has a Black Belt in Hojutsu, the martial art of the firearm, and has been inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame.
Lt. Col. Grossman has five patents to his name, published many books including his bestseller “On Killing” and a New York Times best-selling book co-authored with Glenn Beck. He is well-known for his research, has been cited by the President of the United States, and has presented papers before the national conventions of the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Today, Lt. Col. Grossman is the director of Grossman On Truth, LLC. After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, he has written and spoken extensively on the terrorist threat with articles published in many leading law enforcement journals. He has been inducted as a “Life Diplomate” by the American Board for Certification in Homeland Security, and is a “Life Member” of the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute.
Parents Know the Danger Violence has on Your KidsTrace Embry, Michelle Hill and our friend Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, who is an expert on human aggression and violence, together discuss the potential negative effects of violent video games on children. They also speak about other dangers of technology on our young people.
Lt. Col. Dave Grossman shares his research and knowledge that the addictive nature of video games, combined with the violent content, can lead to serious issues such as sleep deprivation, impaired judgment, and increased aggression. He also criticizes the video game industry for fighting against regulations that would limit children’s access to violent games.
Trace Embry and Lt. Col. Grossman agree that parents need to be proactive in monitoring their children’s gaming habits and enforcing age-appropriate content. They also recommend resources like Lt. Col. Grossman’s book “Assassination Generation” and the website of our friend Melanie Hempe, ScreenStrong.org, for parents seeking guidance on this issue.
Episode Highlights:
- How has technology affected how we parent our kids?
- Is social media designed to be addictive?
- How sleep deprivation affects our behavior.
- Do you believe video games generate violence?
- How can parents push back on big tech and social media?
- Is violence tolerated more today than 5o years ago & how does it affect our emotions?
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Friend of Trace – Gary Chapman, Ph.D.Gary Chapman, Ph.D. is an author, speaker, and counselor who has a passion for people to help them form lasting relationships. He is a well-known marriage counselor and director of marriage seminars. The 5 Love Languages® is one of Dr. Chapman’s most popular titles with millions of copies sold and on the New York Times bestsellers list since 2007. Find all of Dr. Chapman’s resources at his Store.
Dr. Chapman has been directly involved in real-life family counseling since the beginning of his ministry years, and his nationally-syndicated radio programs air nationally on Moody Radio Network and over 400 affiliate stations. His Podcasts are Building Relationships & A Love Language Minute.
Dr. Chapman holds B.A. and M.A. degrees in anthropology from Wheaton College and Wake Forest University, respectively. He received his Ph.D. degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and has taken postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina and Duke University.
Dr. Chapman and his wife, Karolyn, have been married for more than 45 years, reside in North Carolina and have two grown children.
How to Help Your Child Feel Loved Trace Embry, Michelle Hill and our friend Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages of Children, discuss how parents can foster emotional wellbeing in their children by understanding their love languages. He explains that each child has a primary love language, which could be physical touch, words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, or quality time.
Parents can identify their child’s love language by observing their behavior, listening to their complaints, and noting their requests. Dr. Chapman emphasizes that while all love languages are important, speaking the child’s primary love language is crucial for them to feel loved. He also suggests that discipline should be wrapped in the child’s love language to ensure fairness and understanding.
Dr. Chapman shares a sad story of a young man who never really knew his father. This was shared with Dr. Chapman by the young man at his father’s graveside service. Therefore leaving Dr. Chapman sad knowing it was now too late for that father to know his child’s love language.
Episode Highlights:
- Can you name the 5 Love Languages?
- Ask yourself, “Do your children feel loved?”
- How to identify your child’s love language.
- When is it NOT a good time to offer advice to your child?
- Why is it so important to spend time with your children?
- What are Primary and Secondary love languages?
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Friend of Trace – Melanie Hempe, BSNMelanie Hempe, BSN, is an author, speaker and the founder of ScreenStrong and Families Managing Media (FMM). She received her bachelors of Nursing from Emory University and has worked with technology experts and researchers on the impact of social media and video game use. She helps families avoid problematic screen use, i.e., video games, pornography, social media, etc. in their kids’ lives.
Through ScreenStrong, she provides resources and education courses on brain development and the effects of screen use on kids, and solutions for parents who desire to free their kids from screen addictions. Melanie hosts the popular weekly ScreenStrong Families Podcast and has been featured in Psychology Today, The Wall Street Journal, A&E Network, CBS, CNN, NPR, “Screened Out” (the movie), and many other news and television outlets.
Melanie lives in North Carolina with her husband, Chris, and their four children. As a family they enjoy reading good books, spending time with friends in their home and just good family fun without screens.
Life on the Other Side of the Screen Delima Trace Embry, Michelle Hill and guest Melanie Hempe, BSN discuss the dangers of screen time and digital addiction with our children, comparing its effects on the brain to that of cocaine and heroin. The conversation brings out passions how the constant exposure to screens can lead to mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts.
Trace and Melanie also highlight the importance of parents taking responsibility for their children’s screen time and setting boundaries. Then Melanie Hempe shares the personal experience she encountered with her own son’s gaming addiction and how she managed to help him overcome it.
Melanie emphasizes the importance of real-life social interactions for children and warns against the false sense of social fulfillment that social media provides. She encourages parents to stick together with other like minded parents. The three of them encourage parents to seek support and gather resources to help manage their children’s screen time effectively.
Episode Highlights:
- Effects of addiction to screens is much like substance abuse.
- What changes has the pandemic brought on regarding digital addiction?
- Will we look back on too much screen time like smoking cigarettes?
- What was Melanie’s son addicted to and how did he overcome it?
- Parents have to ask themselves; “Is it worth it to let my kid have a smartphone?”
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Friend of Trace – John RosemondJohn Rosemond has worked with families, children, and parents since 1971 in the field of psychology. In 1971 he earned his masters in psychology from Western Illinois University, and is licensed in North Carolina. During his career he has directed several mental health programs for children.
For the last 30 years or so, John devotes his time to speaking and writing. John is syndicated in well over 225 newspapers nationwide. He has written over eighteen best-selling parenting books, and travels to speak all over the country sharing his parenting experience and humor with so many others.
He resides in North Carolina with his wife of over 50 years, Wilma, a.k.a. “Willy.” He is also the founder of ParentGuru, where he helps parents to raise responsible adults.
Help for Parents from the ParentGuru Trace Embry, Michelle Hill, and psychologist John Rosemond discuss John’s latest book, “The Bible Parenting Code: Revealing God’s Perfect Plan for Parenting.” John shares an amusing personal experience of raising his son using modern psychological methods, which resulted in his son being the worst behaved child his teacher had seen in 20 years.
After this revelation, John and his wife Willy decided to raise their children the way they were raised, which led to a significant improvement in their son’s behavior and academic performance.
John Rosemond is a critic of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and refers to it as a book of bogus diagnoses. He emphasizes the importance of relying on God’s perfect parenting plan as outlined in the Bible. He also discusses the congruence between Scripture and recent astrophysical facts as a way to affirm the truthfulness of Scripture.
Episode Highlights:
- Why does John call his wife of 50 years “Willy?”
- Learn how John & Willy dealt with their worst behaved child.
- What does John say about children’s feelings?
- Is modern psychology all it’s cracked up to be?
- John’s contrast of astrophysics and Scripture.
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Friend of Trace – Holly HunterHolly Hunter is the founder of Hunter Investigations, LLC and Safe Passage Global. It is her passion and calling to help families in crisis. For more than twenty years she has been a private investigator helping parents with crisis management intervention. Holly also helps families transport troubled teens to therapeutic programs via Safe Passage Global. She is certified in crisis management, a mental health coach, first responder, a Christian life coach, and so much more! On a more personal level, Holly cares deeply about people, loves to take pictures, writing books, and singing.
Help for Parents with Unruly Teens Trace Embry, Michelle Hill, and Holly Hunter share their experiences about the challenges parents face when dealing with troubled teenagers and the options available for help. They discuss the role of residential care programs like Shepherd’s Hill Academy, which offers therapeutic and educational support for teens in crisis.
They also discuss the importance of parents maintaining their relationship and not blaming each other for their child’s issues. Our guest, Holly Hunter, founder of Safe Passage Global, explains her organization’s role in transporting troubled teens to therapeutic schools and programs and their benefits. She emphasizes the importance of family unity and the need for professional help in extreme cases. They also touch on the legal aspects of involuntary treatment and the misconceptions surrounding it.
Episode Highlights:
- Informing parents that long-term treatment programs exist for the safety of their child and family?
- No shame in seeking outside help for your family.
- Holly explains residential care?
- What resonates with parents to help them choose residential care?
- What is the important to not play the blame game?
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Friend of Trace – G. Craige LewisG. Craige Lewis has been ministering for over 30 years. He’s been pastoring Adamant Believers Council in North Richland Hills, Texas for over a decade, promoting the message of Christ and fighting against the secularization of God’s church.
Lewis also leads and is the founder of EX Ministries; established to share God’s Truth to the body of Christ and others, and to expose the deception of the enemy. He is often called on to speak about the hip-hop sub-culture, as he authored the “The Truth Behind Hip Hop” series.
Musical is SpiritualTrace Embry, Rich Roszel and G. Craige Lewis discuss the impact of music on children and teenagers. They share that the music young people listen to can shape their identities and influence their behavior! To a higher degree, certain types of music, particularly rock, rap, and hip-hop, can have a negative impact on young people, potentially leading them to engage in harmful behaviors. They all stress the importance of parents being intentional in their parenting and being aware of the music their children are listening to.
G. Craige shares his views on the spiritual nature of music and its effect on human behavior. He argues that music can bypass a person’s moral code and influence them in ways they may not be aware of. He also emphasizes the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit to discern the spiritual nature of music. Rich expounds on this and shares a personal story about how music touched his soul.
Trace expresses this; “I think we’ve got too many people claiming the name of Christ who want to live like hell and expect heaven for a reward. It just doesn’t work that way.”
Episode Highlights:* Is there an inherent evil found in certain songs or certain kinds of music? * Can certain music profoundly affect our kids behavior negatively? * Why do parents overlook the effects of music? * Is today’s music worse spiritually than in years past? * What are God honoring lyrics? * Learn what Ex Ministries is all about!
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About Joshua Straub, Ph.D., CMCLCDr. Joshua Straub is the Co-Founder and President of Famous at Home, a company that equips others with relational connections and emotional intelligence. He is also an author and speaker. He is passionate about helping others lead; he is a marriage and leadership coach, and is a Fellow at the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling. He takes most pride in his role as husband and dad. He and his wife Christi host the Famous at Home podcast.
How to Cultivate Emotional Connection with KidsMichelle Hill, Trace Embry and Dr. Joshua Straub discuss the importance of emotional safety in raising children.
Together, they also highlight the importance of showing up for children, both physically and emotionally, and the role of a biblical community in child-rearing. Dr. Straub suggests that parents should regularly check in with their children to understand their needs and feelings and to show them grace and wisdom.
Both Trace and Joshua share stories about their own fathers. Joshua also gives pointers how he parents his own children as he and his wife homeschool and have family weekly meetings.
Episode Highlights:* Be sure to listen to the end; Trace gives a special announcement. * With risks all around us, how do we keep our kids safe? * God’s standards never fall short. * Is there safety without boundaries or exploration? * What is effective parenting without grace? * How do messed up parents turn out some really good kids?
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About Jordan WhitmerOur guest, Jordan Whitmer, age 25, is the Founder of the evangelism and missions organization reaching Generation Z youth called the HowToLife Movement. He also hosts the podcast called “Gen Z Today.” He is a graduate of Liberty University, with a Bachelor’s in Religion: Biblical and Theological Studies, and is an ordained reverend. Jordan’s heart is that Gen Z find Christ and live and lead boldly for Him.
Gen Z for JesusTogether, Michelle Hill, Trace Embry and Jordan Whitmer discuss discipling to Gen Z.
The Gen Z generation, those aged between 11 and 26, are reportedly leaving the church at a higher rate than previous generations. The reasons for this are complex, but some suggest it may be due to a lack of discipleship and the influence of secular agendas.
However, Jordan Whitmer believes that many Gen Z individuals are open to faith conversations and can be reached through peer-led evangelism events. Learn more how to get involved and see how Jordan is making a difference.
Whitmer’s movement has organized over 155 student-led evangelism events across 29 U.S. states and 11 countries. Despite the challenges, Jordan remains hopeful for the spiritual future of Gen Z!
Episode Highlights:* What is causing Gen Z’s to leave the church? * Learn Jordan’s heart for evangelism to young people. * What is the common makeup of Gen Z? * Are Gen Z’s looking for truth more than other generations? * Is Gen Z giving up on their millennial aged parents?
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About Dr. Frank TurekOur guest, Dr. Frank Turek is an Author and President of Crossexamined.org, a Christian Apologetics ministry helping young people defend the Christian faith. Frank hosts an hour-long TV program each week called “I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist.” He hosts a podcast with the same name. He also writes for Townhall.com.
Help Defend the Faith with Christian ApologeticsTogether, Michelle Hill, Trace Embry and Dr. Frank Turk discuss the challenges of raising Christian children in a secularized culture. Dr. Turek emphasizes the importance of Christian apologetics in defending the faith and addressing tough questions sparked by secular standards.
Dr. Turek also highlights the role of the digital age in spreading distorted information and lies about God and His word. He encourages parents to equip themselves with cogent answers to these questions and to guide their children in navigating the digital world.
There is also discussion on the concept of miracles, arguing that the universe itself is a miracle and that natural laws require a lawgiver. Frank shares that the fundamental essence of the story of Christ is sacrifice. People sacrifice themselves to save others, and that’s what all the top movie blockbusters of the past 50 years have heroes that sacrifice. Jesus sacrificed Himself to save His friends. Jesus said ‘There’s no greater love than to lay down your life to save your friends.”
Episode Highlights:* What is it others are stealing from God? * What is Christian Apologetics. * Do Christian parents have to be Theologians to answer their kid’s questions? * What lies are being fed to our kids. * Who is to say what morality is?
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About Today’s ProgramTrace and Michelle approach the sensitive topic of individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ that is often left undiscussed among families. They recommend and offer this disclosure for today’s program audio: (If you have younger kids in the room, you may want to distract them from our conversation today, or hit the pause button and listen to this when they’re out of the room because this is kind of a delicate subject).
Love and LustTrace attributes the increase of Gen Z members joining the LGBTQ+ community with regard to a combination of factors; including the removal of God from daily life, the conflation of love with lust, and the misuse of freedom. Trace remarks that the LGBTQ+ community is not about love, but about sexual lust without moral restraint.
He also suggests that the acceptance and celebration of sexual perversion in society is leading to a rise in sexually transmitted diseases. Trace and Michelle both agree that we need to return to God’s definition of love and sex within the bounds of traditional marriage. They also discuss the dangers of other sexual behaviors including; narcissism, addiction, delusion, autism, and OCD.
Episode Highlights:* Why does the LGBTQ+ society seem to be increasing? * Can what we do in the privacy of our bedroom hurt others? * A good analogy on God’s plan for sex. * Do the members of Gen Z feel peer pressure to join the LGBTQ+ community?
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About Karen WhitingOur guest, Karen Whiting, is a mother of two daughters and three sons, and that includes rocket scientists. She’s a grandmother of 15 and her late husband served in the U.S. Coast Guard, so they raised their children from Hawaii to New York and Michigan to Florida. She is the author of 27 books, an International speaker, certified writing and marketing coach, and a former television co-host.
Gaining a Peaceful Heart within Your FamilyTrace, Michelle and Karen discuss the importance of peace within families and how to cultivate it. They share their thoughts on the current state of the American family where internal conflict and anxiety are prevalent due to the complexities of modern life. They suggest that genuine peace can only be achieved through faith in God. The conversation also touches on the role of parents in guiding their children through life’s struggles, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and allowing children to experience failure as a means of growth.
Karen shares her approach to fostering peace within her family through devotions, prayer and active listening. She gives great examples of how this approach helped her children have love and compassion for each other. She also discusses the negative impact of permissive parenting and the overuse of digital devices on children’s mental health.
At the end, Trace and Karen differentiate between peacekeeping and peacemaking and explain which they think is a long-term solution that sometimes requires conflict, and use the example of Jesus in the temple in Matthew 21:12-17.
Episode Highlights:* What is the polar opposite of peace? * Karen’s take on anxiety, and how to get your kids to get a long. * What is investigative listening? * How media or music can affect your child’s peace. * Do people seem to thrive on conflict?
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Transported to TreatmentToday we explore the process of what it looks like to transport a child to a treatment program. It takes building trust with the child. It comes with fear, and that’s where we must work with parents to alleviate the fear, give them as much information as we can so they can process what to do, how to do it, and how to move forward.
What is a SafePassageA parent’s decision to send their child to a residential program, or a wilderness program to seek treatment is one of the most difficult decisions they are faced with. How parents get their child to the physical location to get them help can be a challenge. Sometimes the child is not willing to go, or the parents can’t bare to “drop them off.” This is where a trusted transport company comes into play like SafePassage Global.
Holly Hunter is the founder of SafePassage Global, and a private investigator for more than 20 years. She holds certifications in crisis management intervention and has been a Christian life coach. Holly is also a first responder, and a certified mental health coach. In her spare time she enjoys writing, singing and taking pictures.
Episode Highlights:* What is SafePassage Global? * Is it safe to use a transport service to get my child into a program? * What percentage of kids are transported to a program by their parents? * When should a parent transport a child instead of taking them themselves? * What should a parent look for in a transport service?
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Ask TraceEver wished for a chance to glean wisdom from an expert specializing in troubled teens? I ask your questions to Trace Embry, a leading authority in working with challenging teens. Periodically, we engage Trace Embry in discussing parenting difficulties, drawing from his vast experience as the Founder of Shepherd’s Hill Academy. This institution has successfully redirected numerous teens on a negative path towards a positive future. Trace’s expertise lies in understanding teenagers and facilitating their growth. Gain insights into handling issues like bullying, discernment, and more.
Discussing Parenting with Trace EmbryTrace Embry is the Founder of Shepherd’s Hill Academy a Christ-centered, outdoor-focused, year-long, therapeutic boarding academy for troubled youth. Trace and his wife Beth started Shepherd’s Hill Academy in 2001 to bring healing to hurting families. They came to Christ after becoming parents and learned a lot through that process as well as in their leadership roles at Shepherd’s Hill. Trace is also the author of “The Miracles of Shepherd’s Hill: An Extraordinary Odyssey of Divine Interventions” which accounts for the full journey of how Trace and Beth came to where they are now.
Episode Highlights:* What is the primary challenge faced by parents today? * Is a family akin to a democracy, or is it different? * Despite having certain advantages, why might a child remain unhappy? * What is our fundamental nature as individuals? * Why is it crucial for parents to encourage their children to undertake tasks they may not want to do?
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Sound MindsIt is no secret that grit is something that seems to be lacking in many of our kids today. This even includes some of our 30-something-age kids. So how can we impart a sturdier constitution in our children while they are still at home? Not only for the sake of our children’s future but for our sanity and success as parents. After all, we may likely need the help of an emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually strong offspring to take care of us someday. Find out how to raise kids with sound minds and whole hearts who stand firm in their God-given identities.
Discussing Parenting with Lauren GainesLauren Gaines is an author, speaker, teacher, and mom. She is the creator of Inspired Motherhood which is an online community for moms. Today Lauren is a busy mom of 3 whose unique approach to parenthood can be credited to her Master’s Degree in School Psychology. She worked in the public school system and taught Human Development as an Adjunct Professor. Lauren understands the mental overload that families are experiencing today.
Episode Highlights:
- What phrase has led to our cultural decline?
- What is the best gift we can give our kids?
- What does overload do to our kids?
- What vital skill do young children not have?
- Where does the problem start?
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Prodigal You may have read a myriad of books about raising godly kids and you are truly following the principles, but one of your own kids walks away from God. You could be a Sunday school teacher who taught other parents how to bring up godly kids and yet your child still leaves the fold. […]
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Walk Away Let’s say that you have read the myriad of books that have been written about raising godly kids and you are truly following the principles in those books to a “t.” Still one of your own kids walks away from God as a teenager. Maybe as a Sunday school teacher, you taught other […]
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Moms Raising Men Family values today are being challenged and even marginalized. Traditional gender roles have also been challenged and even redefined. Our boys are receiving distorted information about what it means to be a man; while more single moms are raising sons without a good male role model to help live out what it […]
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Resilient Kids The American culture is full of adults who are ideologically divided, emotionally fragile, addicted, mentally ill, and devoid of God. Sadly many of these adults are also averse to logic, objective truth, common sense, and even science. As responsible parents, we need to foster resilience in our kids like never before. But how […]
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Healthy TeensIf you have ever thought that we now live in a time and place where it has never been harder to raise healthy teenagers, you’ll get no argument from most parents. However, could it be that today’s dystopian-like society might be making it impossible? Frequent listeners to License to Parent know the answer. There is a possibility of raising healthy teenagers. Teaching you how to equip your child to navigate the pitfalls and dangers of teen life in a world gone mad is our work.
Discussing Health with Tom KerstingTom Kersting is a nationally renowned licensed psychotherapist, family counselor, author, and educator. He is a regular guest expert on many national television shows and talk shows. He also lectures throughout the country offering expert insight and advice for parents, children, and educators. Tom is the founder and owner of Valley Family Counseling LLC in Park Ridge, New Jersey. He and his wife have two teenage children. His latest book is “Raising Healthy Teenagers: Equipping Your Child to Navigate the Pitfalls and Dangers of Teen Life.”
Episode Highlights:
- What are the main issues facing teens today?
- What is mental freedom?
- What are our kids constantly distracted from?
- Why is practicing silent thought helpful?
- What are the outworkings of an anhedonic state?
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Hard QuestionsLast week we spoke with Dr. Don Williams about his book “The Young Christian’s Survival Guide.” In this podcast, he told us that his Grandfather was an illiterate country farmer from central Georgia and yet he had a tradition that marked Dr. Williams’ life forever. He required the youngest of his nine children (who was literate) to read the Bible aloud for him each evening when he came in from the fields. His commitment to scripture marked Dr. Don’s father and in turn, marked Dr. Don. He genuinely loved the Lord and God’s word, despite his flaws. He had a real foundation. And this foundation is where apologetics truly starts. A person’s apologetics can only begin to be effective when that person is living a life of sacrificial love for the Lord. This conversation continues in this week’s podcast.
Discussing Biblical Truth with Don WilliamsDr. Donald Williams is a professor emeritus of Toccoa Falls College in Toccoa Falls, Georgia. Dr. Williams calls himself a border dweller. He says he stays permanently camped out in the borders between theology, literature, serious scholarship, and pastoral ministry. So to speak, Narnia and The Middle Earth. Dr. Williams has authored 13 books including “The Young Christian’s Survival Guide: Common Questions Young Christians Are Asked about God, the Bible, and the Christian Faith Answered.” He is a pastor and church planter and has taken the gospel to places like Bulgaria, Uganda, India, and of course here in the United States.
Episode Highlights:
- What is the biggest contributor for why kids are walking away from the church?
- The problem wasn’t that they didn’t have answers it was what?
- What backs up Jesus’ supreme confidence?
- What is the purpose of answering a question with a question?
- Why are the Beatitudes so “dramatic?”
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Lasting ImpactIn our nation’s past most people would have found it safe to say that kids who were submitted to the Lordship of Jesus Christ were more likely to bring joy to themselves and to their families than the kids who chose to pursue the sinful pleasures of the world. Yet in today’s information age the truth of Scripture, and the virtues of faith, family, and common sense are often belied as too restrictive, oppressive, and even immoral. Many now consider the Bible to be an evil collection of dark fairy tales that speak of the evil deeds of an oppressive God- far too horrifying to be true. In this world parents and children need help to answer some of the toughest questions that pertain to the veracity of God and His Word.
Discussing God’s Veracity with Don WilliamsDr. Donald Williams is a professor emeritus of Toccoa Falls College in Toccoa Falls, Georgia. Dr. Williams calls himself a border dweller. He says he stays permanently camped out in the borders between theology, literature, serious scholarship, and pastoral ministry. So to speak, Narnia and The Middle Earth. Dr. Williams has authored 13 books including “The Young Christian’s Survival Guide: Common Questions Young Christians Are Asked about God, the Bible, and the Christian Faith Answered” He is a pastor and church planter and has taken the gospel to places like Bulgaria, Uganda, India, and of course here in the United States.
Episode Highlights:
- What issues does Dr. Williams’ book address?
- Who specifically can benefit from the book?
- If apologetics is the 2nd most important, what is the 1st?
- What does Dr. Williams say about his father’s attempts to raise him to love the Lord?
- What made the real difference in Dr. Williams’ walk with God?
- Apologetics is only effective when spoken by what kind of people?
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Empty NestingMany parents invest 18 years into the lives of their kids before sending them out into this great big world. Maybe that’s you right now and your child is leaving the nest and that is something you excitedly anticipate. Or maybe it is a time of apprehension and sorrow and possibly even dread. Either way, it is a time of significant change and there is a certain sense of loss that is part of this new equation. However, that sense of loss does not have to result in the loss of your joy.
Discussing the Empty Nest with Jim BurnsJim Burns is the president of the ministry Homeword where he writes and speaks on their core values. The core values are; strong marriages, confident parents, empowered kids, and healthy leaders. Jim and his wife live in southern California and they have three grown daughters. Jim and his wife are finding joy in the empty nest. Jim has authored multiple books, the latest of which is, “Finding Joy in the Empty Nest: Discover Purpose and Passion in the Next Phase of Life.”
Episode Highlights:
- What is the best way to prepare for your children to leave the nest?
- What advice does Jim give empty nesters?
- What does “reinventing yourself” look like for an empty nester?
- What are some suggestions Jim gives for filling your time?
- What things in your life will take intentionality?
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God in TechJust before the advent of the smartphone, it was reported that former US Education Secretary Bill Bennet said, “America is rapidly becoming the kind of nation that civilized nations send missionaries to.” For those who heard Mr. Bennett’s comment, it would have been hard for them to believe the kind of changes that would occur in America over the next 15 years. Smartphones have become a cultural change agent and maybe have even broken down the American Dream and culture. Those change agents seem to have gotten the drop on those who would otherwise use the internet for good. As we head into Easter it’s a good time to ask the question, “does scripture have anything pertinent to say about the digital age and technology that we now have to navigate as parents?”
Discussing Tech with Chris KasparChris Kaspar is the founder of Techless an innovative tech start-up that created Wisephone– a pure and simple phone for intentional people. Chris is married to Ciera and is the fun dad of four beautiful daughters. Chris and Ciera have been foster parents for a handful of kids and they live for a deeper purpose.
Episode Highlights:
- How are the 7 deadly sins related to tech?
- What is the purpose of Techless?
- What is God’s purpose for technology?
- How does Chris define technology?
- What Biblical passages does Chris offer to parents?
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WisephoneIt has been long overdue, but in recent years a handful of visionaries and a growing contingent of parents are beginning to wake up to a vital need that can effect positive change not just in families, but in our culture. If you have happened to lookover ways to restore righteousness, peace, and joy to your child-rearing experience in your home then stay tuned. Find out how your family can have a wiser, safer, and more “free” alternative to the dangers and corruptions that threaten your kids through smartphones.
Discussing Tech with Chris KasparChris Kaspar is a leader in the creation of healthy tech. He is a part of cleaning things up. He is the founder of Techless an innovative tech startup that created Wisephone, a pure and simple phone for intentional people. Before Techless, Chris founded Dancing Fox Films a film production company and Espresso, an ad agency specializing in brand development. Chris is married to his wife Ciera and is a father to four beautiful daughters. Chris and Ciera have also been foster parents for a handful of kids. They both live for a deeper purpose.
Episode Highlights:
- How is cognitive dissonance a factor in the smartphone issue?
- The mind can always justify- what?
- What is mammon?
- Why did Chris found Techless and what is his vision for the wisephone?
- The goal of Techless is to “lead people to live fully with-” what?
- What are the Wisephones specs?
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FBI DadsToday’s American culture continues to marginalize the value of the nuclear family. This makes it easier for more and more fathers to abandon their God-given responsibility to help nurture their offspring. As a result, the issue of absentee fathers has become a maximum problem for a culture that has been minimizing their significance. How do we turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers?
Discussing Fatherhood with Ryan RoyRyan Roy is the leader of FBI Dads. FBI Dads stands for “fathers being involved.” Ryan is the author of “Be the Dad You Wish You Had.” His father abandoned him when he was just five years old. After many years of research and trial and error Ryan has uncovered the most effective tools and methods to teach any dad how to be the dad he wishes he had.
Episode Highlights:
- How are both men and women responsible for the creation of absentee fatherhood?
- According to Ryan why are dads not so involved anymore?
- In what way are women incentivized to have fatherless children?
- What is an advantage of having God in the picture for these difficult situations?
- What is the mission of FBI Dads?
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Digital AddictionSmartphones have this pull on us- me, you, and everyone. They are designed that way! When was the last time you left your phone somewhere and didn’t panic? Your brain and mine have developed and matured in ways that your child’s brain has not. So why do you give your child a phone? It is understandable- they need it for football practice and other activities. They need to get ahold of you and vice versa! But, how do you talk through pulling back on the phone? Let’s discuss some practical steps.
Discussing Technology with Melanie HempeMelanie Hempe is the founder of Screen Strong and has been on our program before. One of her goals in Screen String is to help parents think through the double standards on phones and other devices when they’re talking with their children.
Episode Highlights:
- What have smartphones virtually brought into our homes?
- What two aspects does Trace tie to kids who become school shooters?
- How are hypocrisy and double standards different?
- What is the Gold Standard offered by Screen Strong?
- What two things did Melanie and her husband say “no” to in order to fix the digital issue in their home?
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Wrecking BallDuring the course of almost every mom and dad’s 18-year parenting journey, you will encounter conflict with your children. Guaranteed. But what happens when the conflicts become routine and magnify into combat in the teen years? How should parents proceed when you can no longer restrain your teenage wrecking ball from wrecking your home and the loved ones inside it? There are options if you run out of ideas for keeping your home a sanctuary of sanity and safety. These options are provided by a professional who helps families for a living.
Discussing Recovery with Holly HunterHolly Hunter has been transporting troubled teens to therapeutic schools and programs across the country through Safe Passage Global which she founded. Holly has been a private investigator for more than 20 years, holds certifications in crisis manager intervention, and has been a Christian life coach. Holly is a certified mental health coach, first responder, and much much more. Holly is good at what she does and cares deeply about people. When Holly has some downtime you can find her singing, taking photos, or writing books.
Episode Highlights:
- How many parents are aware that long-term treatment programs actually exist?
- What feelings do parents struggle with when seeking outside help?
- According to Holly what is residential care?
- What words may help a parent choose residential care?
- What is the importance of not pointing fingers?
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Defending FaithIn our previous episode, our guest Alex McFarland helped parents understand what they need to do to help start changing our culture for the good. The early church prevailed because the gospel is true and because they were willing to die for their faith. What happened was that Christians built great families, Christians gave an honest days work, and men married women and had children and adopted children. Christianity turned the world upside down on the strength of family, morals, and personal excellence. We can do this again. Learn how to defend your faith.
Discussing Truth with Alex McFarlandAlex McFarland speaks worldwide and is known as a Christian Apologist, author, evangelist, religion and culture analyst, and defender of truth. Alex has written 18 books on apologetics and the Christian faith, one of which is “100 Bible Questions and Answers.” He is the host of the Alex McFarland Show which can be heard on American Family Radio and other outlets. He and his wife live in North Carolina.
Episode Highlights:
- What are two common questions kids today ask about religion?
- How can we know that the Bible is what it claims to be?
- What is Bible inerrancy?
- What is the Chicago Council on Biblical Inerrancy?
- What are the autographa and how do they relate to inerrancy?
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ApologeticsTake a moment and stop to think. How many of our child-rearing woes might actually stem from the fact that our kids don’t truly know God and His word? Or maybe they have lost faith in what they once claimed to believe. Many Christian families are losing their kids to the secular way of doing life. We hope to bring clarity to some of the most common sticking points that today’s kids are struggling with from Scripture and world events. Learn how to defend your faith.
Discussing Truth with Alex McFarlandAlex McFarland speaks worldwide and is known as a Christian Apologist, author, evangelist, religion and culture analyst, and defender of truth. Alex has written 18 books on apologetics and the Christian faith, one of which is “100 Bible Questions and Answers.” He is the host of the Alex McFarland Show which can be heard on American Family Radio and other outlets. He and his wife live in North Carolina.
Episode Highlights:
- What two main points are being taught to help parents argue concerning their faith?
- How does trusting God help children trust their parents?
- What does Trace mean by “honoring the fifth?”
- What makes Alex’s book “100 Biblical Questions and Answers” a book which should be in all homes?
- How have the biblical questions people ask shifted over the last 20 years?
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Real MiraclesHave you ever stepped out in faith? Feeling led to do what some would consider impossible, but believing that God was directing you and knowing that He would do just that? Trace and Beth Embry saw a need in our world and they knew God was calling them to be the answer and to bring healing. Step by step, brick by brick, child by child, and through God they are breathing life into our next generation. They are watching God build something incredible. The Miracles of Shepherd’s Hill.
Discussing Beginnings with Trace EmbryTrace is the founder and executive director of Shepherd’s Hill. Trace and his wife Beth have a heart and passion for the parents and youth of today’s culture. Trace was a former business owner and police officer in the Chicago area, but God lead them on a journey. The Embrys gave up almost everything to move to Georgia and begin Shepherd’s Hill Academy. Trace is the author of the book “The Miracles of Shepherd’s Hill: An Extraordinary Odyssey of Divine Interventions” Trace and Beth have five kids and eight grandchildren.
Episode Highlights:
- How does Trace define miracles?
- What is the purpose of the book?
- Where did Shepherd’s Hill start?
- How long did Trace and his wife wrestle with the calling on their life?
- What examples of miracles does Trace give?
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Bible ParentingWhat happens when all of the things we have been taught about parenting turn out to be wrong? When our children are disrespectful, lazy, or even making dangerous choices? Reevaluating your parenting method is difficult and can be scary, so how do you get back to God’s parenting ecosystem? The first step- dig into the Bible.
Discussing Parenting with John RosemondJohn Rosemond has worked with families, children, and parents since 1971 in the field of psychology. John is a writer and speaker and his work is syndicated in a couple of hundred newspapers nationwide. He has written over 20 best-selling parenting books and he is also one of America’s most popular speakers in the field of parenting. John’s website is www.rosemond.com where his book “The Bible Parenting Code: Revealing God’s Perfect Parenting Plan” can be found. John and his wife live in North Carolina.
Episode Highlights:
- What is the proof of psychology being a lie?
- The raising of a child is fundamentally what?
- Why are parents not on the same page?
- What is the motto of co-dependency?
- What does psychology say good parenting is about? How is this wrong?
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Parenting CodeWe can never love our kids too much when we love them in the right way. The right way is when we love them congruent to God’s ecosystem. However, God’s ecosystem seems to have gotten distorted in recent decades. This is why it is important to discuss some of the fundamentals of God’s parenting ecosystem by diving into His parenting playbook; the Bible.
Discussing Parenting with John RosemondJohn Rosemond has worked with families, children, and parents since 1971 in the field of psychology. John is a writer and speaker and his work is syndicated on a couple hundred newspapers nationwide. He has written over 20 best-selling parenting books and he is also one of America’s most popular speakers in the field of parenting. John’s website is www.rosemond.com where his book “The Bible Parenting Code: Revealing God’s Perfect Parenting Plan” can be found. John and his wife live in North Carolina and his favorite grocery store is Trader Joe’s!
Episode Highlights:
- What happens when you buy into a false premise?
- What has the field of psychology done to the raising of children?
- What does the new psychological paradigm emphasize?
- What happened to John’s family when he followed new parenting guidelines?
- What was the first step to correct their parenting?
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Lockdown As parents have we been teaching our kids about the merits of hard work and the American free market? If so, how do we explain to them why our government appears to be fundamentally straying from the principles that once made our nation the envy of the world? A system that has always rewarded […]
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Stump Living There are scripture verses that speak about the sins of the fathers and many would agree that these verses also apply to the sins of the mothers. Whether you are a mom or a dad, even Godly parents are not immune from the shame, grief, and guilt, that can often accompany the secret […]
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Assassination Generation It’s been said that practice makes perfect. This is true in sports, music, and in all entertainment arts. Video gaming is no exception either- including violent games. With that said have you ever thought about what might be getting perfected in your children with respect to the video games that they regularly play? […]
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Counter Cultural Kids For over 2,000 years Christian parents around the world have trained their kids to live counterculturally. This simply means they are different from the norms of their native land. For the most part in America, Christian parents have raised their kids to fit into America’s culture. From the beginning, Americans had largely […]
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Loving Children Well For most parents loving our kids is as natural as breathing. It’s just wired into us. Although they usually would agree that we really do love them, our kids may not necessarily agree that we always make them feel loved. At least not in a way that fosters security and emotional well-being. […]
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Man and Woman We learn from the creation story that God didn’t do anything randomly. Day one, God created the light. Day two, was the sky and so on. And then we come to day six. After God created the animals he created humans. Here are the words from Genesis 1:27, “So God created mankind […]
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Empty Nest Several months ago I watched a mother Robin build a nest outside my window. First, there was a nest, and then came the blue eggs. Then the blue eggs hatched and we had baby birds and then those baby birds flew away and all that was left was an empty nest. Jim Burns […]
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Religious Liberties It seems that people in our government are exercising or rather imposing their power and authority on parents. It may feel to you that our government is now the final authority to determine what is best for our children. While we the people have given the government certain liberties to intervene when blatant […]
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Digital Diet Raising emotionally, socially, physically, and spiritually healthy kids is exhausting. It requires healthy relationships. A generation ago, routine parent-to-child face-to-face interaction was just part of raising children, but now excessive screen time really helps diminish this essential face-to-face interaction. It is more important than ever for parents to be intentional in making this […]
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Facing Struggles When you talk with anyone raising kids today you’ll see that difficulties abound in one form or another. Then the child enters their teens and these difficulties seem to intensify. In the 16th chapter of the Gospel of John verse 33, Jesus told his disciples that “in this life, you will have tribulation, […]
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Bully Proof Nobody likes a bully and nobody wants to be bullied, but now the tough question: have you ever considered that your child could be the bully? Have you thought of a plan of action if you discover your child is a bully? Or what is your strategy if your child is being bullied? […]
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Joy and an Empty Nest Many parents invest 18 years into their kids’ lives before sending them out into this great big world. Well, maybe that’s you right now and your child is leaving the nest and that is something you anticipate. Or maybe it’s a time of apprehension, sorrow, and maybe even dread. Either […]
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The Gift of a Lifetime Well, let me tell you about this gift. It does cost a little. It has a little investment involved. But this gift is so much more valuable than the latest gadget that they probably want. It’s a gift that can improve their lives now and in the future. It’s unlike […]
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Directing Our Steps Have you ever taken a step of faith believing that God was directing you and knowing that He would do just that? Trace and Beth Embry saw a need in our world and knew God was calling them to be the answer and to bring healing. So step by step, brick by […]
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Living in the Blitz Last time on License to Parent: “It was the worst blitz ever, and yet they proved victory over sin and over death. And that blitz that Christ faced is the paradigm for how we are to live.” That’s Jeff Kemp, former NFL quarterback, now coach to the family. He’s going to […]
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How to Stand Quarterbacks have to be intentional in building healthy relationships, leading, and planning success. Being flexible and strong in leadership is key. Sometimes the quarterback must call an audible or a “verbal change of plans.” Sometimes he’s calling an audible because he’s sensing a blitz coming his way. A blitz is an overwhelming […]
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Help for Parents of Prodigals At the end of the day, a choice is made. Unfortunately, it’s not the parent’s choice. It’s the child’s decision. It’s the choices that they made that got them into the situation they are in. As parents, we can love our kids, pray for them, encourage them, and guide them. […]
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The Wayward Child The story of the wayward child is no stranger to virtually every parent today. Just about everyone you talk to either knows or has a son or daughter who has struggled with something. That could be behavior, attitude, or a combination of both. Addiction, self-harm, and even suicide are all incidents that […]
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Finding a Healthy Balance But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?” Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just […]
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Something Old When facing change and becoming something new it’s important to remember why God made us new in the first place. Why are we here? What’s our purpose? What did and is God calling us to do? Today we’ll introduce something new, or in this case someone new, and we’ll remember something old: what […]
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The Bible Parenting Code Last time on License to Parent: “Our first obligation in the raising of a child is not to the child. Our first obligation is to God the father. Your second obligation is to your neighbor. Your third obligation is to your child.” That’s John Rosemond, author of The Bible Parenting Code: Revealing […]
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Parenting as Coaching One familiar and consistent premise among coaches is the emphasis on fundamentals. Wooden took these principles to the next level. His team members could expect an entire lesson at the beginning of each season on how to put on socks. But why focus on socks? “Because in order to play the game, […]
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Wrapping Up 2021 As followers of Christ, we do trust in something. We trust in the eternal God who created all things, including us, and has our best interests at heart even more than we do. In addition to connecting the dots, looking back also reminds us of the many things we have to be […]
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