Mom Moments with Dannah Gresh: Recent Episodes
Mom Moments with Dannah Gresh
All of God’s Word is powerful for transforming our lives. But one verse in particular can have great impact on our everyday choices.
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Have you ever heard the quote "readers are leaders"? How true is that?
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“You should be ashamed!” Um…actually, no. You shouldn’t. As a follower of Christ, you should be UNashamed.
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Is your daughter a fashionista?
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Love your neighbor as yourself. We’ve likely heard it hundreds of times in our lives. But how does that apply to motherhood?
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Are you wearing a DIY crown today? Whether you own a hot glue gun or not, you might be tempted to wear a crown you made all by yourself.
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Did you know that God created your child to be an arrow?
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Perfume. Candles. Flowers. All of them can emit such beautiful fragrances. But what about moms? How should they smell?
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I know what a compass is. And you know what a compass is. But do your kids know what a compass is?
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Have you ever read about a person in the Bible so much that you honestly begin to feel like you know them? That’s how I feel about Hannah.
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Are all of your prayers for your children private? Or do you link arms with other moms in prayer?
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What are you willing to give up for the Lord? How about your mirror?
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Have you ever discovered something you have laying around your house actually has great worth?
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Do you have a son who is crazy about video games? They can be so much fun but you need to be aware of something before you let him loose on the latest console.
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Do you build a vision of your son or daughter’s future spouse like the woman who wrote Proverbs 31 did for her son?
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In our culture suffering from screen addiction, someone asked Bible teacher and author, John Piper, when they should get rid of their smartphone. Here’s what he had to say.
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Does your son or daughter need a trial run for more freedom and responsibility?
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Surprises can be fun! But when it comes to rules and expectations for our kids, it’s best to let them know up front.
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As a woman, I have had a hard time finding the right thing to plug into. I’m not talking about your iPad or crock pot! I’m talking about love!
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Odds are, you’re going to consider getting a cell phone for your child at some point before they go out on their own. But there is one thing you need to consider before getting any child a phone..
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I’m not sure we’re living in the land of “Big Brother”, but our kids do need to be aware that lots of things aren’t as private as they may seem.
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Instant downloads. Immediate comments. 2-day shipping. Waiting is becoming less and less of a required activity. And, when we do have to wait, we are prone to fill that time with scrolling.
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It’s easy to tell our girls that wearing a swimsuit is totally okay at the beach but not at church. But what about those more “grey” areas of what’s appropriate for every day attire?
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Elephants are the planet’s largest land animal, weighing in at up to 14,000 pounds. And they “talk” a whole lot more than you might imagine.
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God is always working for our good, even in moments of pain and discomfort. How can we learn to accept His wisdom?
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The absence of color makes our white peacock a spectacular sight. I thought of him this morning as I studied the ancient, biblical practice of “renouncing.”
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While we’d often prefer to avoid situations that shake us up, sometimes these very situations help to strengthen us!
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When someone says you need to connect with your children, does that scare you? Let’s talk about quantity and quality when it comes to connection.
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Proverbs 31 is often a go-to chapter for women, but what can your son learn from these verses?
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Is your little boy growing up right in front of your eyes? Does it seem like he goes to bed at night one size and wakes up the next morning somehow…taller? How’s your mama heart handling that?
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“Enough” is a big word among women in our culture these days. In an effort to get away from a works-based existence, women and girls everywhere are claiming, “I am enough!” Let’s talk about the truth…and the lie… behind that statement.
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For some moms, the list of things to do every day is a mile long. We fly from one thing to another until we finally fall exhausted into bed. Is it possible that there’s another way?
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Are you concerned about the amount of time you spend on your smartphone? Here’s a quick lifehack to help break the habit.
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How does Superman gain confidence? And how can you teach your child his secret?
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Childhood obesity in the United States has more than doubled among tweens and quadrupled among teens since we were kids. My greatest concern is not health only for the sake of health. Our bodies are temples of the living God.
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It may seem like play time can be a waste of time... But here's why it is actually important for your kids!
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Do you know who your daughter's role models are?
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Have you stepped into the youth section of a bookstore lately? Unfortunately, the classics have been pushed off the shelves for themes that blur the lines of good and evil.
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Modesty and legalism are often brought up in the same sentence, but is there a real reason to teach our kids about modesty that goes beyond rules?
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Did you know that by the time your child is 11 years old, one third of his or her peers will be in “serious” dating relationships? Here's why it's important to talk about your dating standards early.
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You know that your daughters will get hormonal. But did you know that your son is gonna get hormonal too?
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Our boys are spending hours in front of screens playing games like Call of Duty and Fortnite. How can you help your son step away from the screen and embrace his true call of duty?
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Have you noticed that your kids have a case of the greedy grimy gimmies? Here's how you can help.
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You want to teach your children to be discerning, not block them from absolutely everything. You’re not raising them to be monks.
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Does the media your daughter consumes impact her in more ways than we realize?
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Did you know that pornography brings in more revenue than all of the American sports industries combined? How can you protect your kids from getting caught up in the addiction?
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Did you go to sleepovers and slumber parties when you were younger? So much fun! And so many moral dilemmas...how do you help your daughter navigate the world of slumber parties?
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Being jealous of another person's possession is one thing. But what do we do when our daughters feel inadequate because of others' gifts?
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There are eight letters that can rule much of what our daughters feel and do. J-E-A-L-O-U-S-Y. Let's talk about it.
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Aren't you thankful for God's help as we raise our kids? And, that extra special "super power" we have? You know what I'm talking about...
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We know our daughter's choice of friends is hugely important for her success in navigating life and for her spiritual growth. How can we improve her friend-choosing process?
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What's the last concert you went to? Was is small and intimate, or were you one of thousands packing out a stadium? It is so much fun to be a fan, isn't it?
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Throughout history, women have gone to some extreme measures to make themselves beautiful according to their culture; and we are no exception.
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How do you explain to your kids that God is their friend? He isn't exactly like any other friend they've ever had, is He?
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Do you truly understand God's unfailing love? Do your kids?
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How can you navigate the messages the world is telling your daughter through your TV screen?
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Do you have a hard time sharing your deepest struggles with others? Let's talk about why.
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Do you run to your friends with all your problems, or are you the type to isolate? What does the Bible say you should do in a time of trouble?
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When we're struggling with negative thinking, we need to run to God and the Truth we find in the Bible. We sometimes also need to find some truth-filled people!
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Did you know it's actually possible to not let your emotions control you all the time? Here's one tip that can put you back in the driver's seat of your emotions...
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Tween girls these days experience deep battles with their emotions, which can sometimes become a lasting problem. But there is something even more unsettling than that...
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As your kids get older, they might not want you to cradle them in your arms while you pray over their lives. It's time to get creative with your intercession!
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We can talk a lot about the purpose of our lives, but what about the primary purpose of our bodies?
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Is it time to introduce some personal hygiene items to your tween? Give her a Body Boost Gift Basket!
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Not sure when to talk to your kids about faith? What about dinner time tonight?
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Did you know that the new term for dating is "talking"? When is it the right time to talk to your daughter about "talking"?
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Did you know that the average tween spends 38 hours a week in front of a screen? How do you protect your child from negative influences?
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One of the reason boys may turn out "bad" is that they missed something special when they were infants...
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It may seem like an impossible task to raise a good man in a culture vocal about how bad men are. How can you help your son?
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Up to 40% of women think about body image every day and most of them claim—with some resentment—that it is because their moms did. How can you teach your daughter that she is a masterpiece?
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Are you having trouble finding peace right now? Your example will teach your kids far more than your words ever could.
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Is it possible to teach modesty without creating body shame? I believe the answer is yes. Here's how.
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In some nationwide focus groups I conducted, moms told me that the number one concern they had for their daughters was self-esteem. But what if self-esteem isn't the real problem?
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The best way to teach your child self-control might not be what you think!
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It's easy to compliment our daughters on how pretty they are, but what about the beautiful character growing out of her heart?
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Did you ever feel like God only loves you when you're doing good things? Well, our kids can feel that, too. Here's one tip that can help them understand God's unfailing love — even when they do something wrong.
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"Sin" is not a very popular word in our culture. To say something is right or wrong can be be a little scary. Why is the definition of "sin" important in raising our children?
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Comparison. Our kids are comparing themselves to each other, to strangers, to us, to fictional characters. It's hard to not walk in comparison — especially when it comes to sin.
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We're teaching our daughters to believe God's Truth about themselves, but how does that look in a practical sense? How do we train our daughters to think about truth every day?
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Before a young girl heads into puberty, she has a lot of questions swirling around in her mind. I mean, a lot of questions. Moms, do you remember what that was like?
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Do you remember what it was like to do something wrong and then to hide it from your parents? I do. And I remember how separated I felt from my parents when I did that.
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One way we keep growing in our faith is to always be open to wise advice. This is something we can model for our daughters. Let's talk about that!
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Teaching our children to be responsible is a huge piece of the parenting puzzle. We ultimately want them to go out into the world and make really good decisions, right? The problem is, they tend to want more freedom before they want more responsibility.
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As women, we all have days when we just don't feel pretty. But what do we do for our daughters when that feeling becomes the norm?
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In a world where we're told to keep striving for more influence, more beauty, and more power, how do we teach our daughter that she is enough?
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Not every family looks like a perfect 1950's TV show family. Brokenness happens; but there can be redemption for every story.
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Have you ever used God's Word to supply the words for your prayers? Praying scripture over our kids is powerful and effective.
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Is it hard for you to tell truth from lies as you listen to all of the noise going on around you these days? We always have one source of Truth as we parent our kids that will never let us down.
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Have you ever heard of Pando? Well, it’s as big as 33 blue whales and weighs 6600 tons! Any guesses? And, what does it have to do with your kids?
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Does your daughter have emotions that just don’t seem to leave? It’s like they’re sticking to her and she just don’t know how to get them off. You are equipped to help her get unstuck!
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How do we equip our children to start making wise decisions regarding entertainment and media? The Bible has a great tool for this!
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Do you feel defeated about parenting when you look at how the culture is changing? Be encouraged! There is hope!
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Replacing lies with truth is a powerful tool for living in victory. Here are three simple steps that walk you through the process.
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Do your kids look at you and say “Our family is SO weird”, like it’s a bad thing?
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Most parents I talk to say they’re concerned that their child is “entitled”. What does that mean, and what is the difference between willpower and entitlement?
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Many tweens are begging for more “freedom”, but what do they mean by that?
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Do you ever find yourself thinking, "My life would be so much better if I had ____"? How can you win your personal battle with contentment today?
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Have you ever found yourself afraid to tackle the tough subjects with your kids? Don't let fear keep you from conversation.
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Is your daughter feeling blue? Maybe she has a case of the Ins and Uns…
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The word “bitter” is an accurate description of unsweetened chocolate and strong coffee, but hopefully it’s not an accurate description of you or your children!
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Have you noticed your child believing a lie like “I’m not good enough”? How do you help them uproot that lie and replace it with Truth?
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“Influencers” are all over the Internet, subtly telling people what they should wear, buy, and how they should act. How can your daughter be an influencer for good?
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Nothing welcomes a tween to puberty quite like mood swings. Before you get frustrated, remember what it was like, Mom. You were there once too.
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He tried out, but didn’t make the team. She got a bad grade on a test. Disappointment comes often for our kids-how do you help navigate them through?
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Jesus asked the BEST questions. Questions that prompted thought and conversation. How do we follow His example in our families?
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Is Scripture memorization a priority in your house? If not, how can you help teach your kids the importance of hiding God’s word in their heart?
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Is your child an introvert? How can you help them navigate the social waters of their tween years?
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Fear can come to our kids for lots of reasons. Teach your kids this one important strategy when they are faced with anxious thoughts.
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Is it hard to know when to apologize to your kids? I have an important key to help you navigate the Apology Waters.
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When your child asks you “how do I know God is speaking to me?”, what do you say?
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Does your child know how to pray? Do you know how to teach them?
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Does your child have a hard time remembering what you’ve asked him or her to do? How do you fix that?
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“Follow your heart.” It’s written all over t-shirts, journals, wall art and social media posts. But is that actually good advice?
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Some kids talk all of the time. Others seem to keep most of their words inside. How can we learn what our quiet kids are thinking?
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Is your tween girl begging you to wear makeup? I’ve been there. Let me tell you why I didn’t give in.
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Do you know the question with the power to kick-start conversation with your kids?
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Does your child struggle with fear? Good news: modern science has uncovered Superman’s big secret to courage.
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Culture is attacking our sons. Protect him by helping him find the right pack to travel in.
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If your daughter lets you in on her friendships, give her a huge hug today. But what do you do if she doesn’t?
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What do Beethoven, Abraham Lincoln, Walt Disney, and Magic Johnson have in common? Attention Deficit Disorder.
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