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Families in crisis often feel overwhelmed, isolated and “at the end of their rope,” but Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lafleur remind parents they are not alone and real help is available. They explain that teen struggles are usually signs of deeper issues — not parental failure — and that progress often comes through small steps, strengthened relationships and seeking support. Parents are encouraged to focus on connection over control, admit they don’t have all the answers, and reach out for community or counseling instead of trying to carry the burden alone. Ultimately, this season is temporary — change is possible when families hold on, stay consistent and take steps toward healing.

If you are at the end of your rope, Mark's Families In Crisis Conference may be the help and support you need. Visit familycrisisretreat.com to learn more!

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org. 

Kids are no strangers to big emotions. This can be scary for parents to navigate. Michelle Nietert is a licensed professional counselor, author, and mother of two. With personal stories and expert advice, Michelle provides practical and faith-based tools for parents to guide their little ones through emotions – big and small!

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It’s said that Abraham Lincoln had an open-door policy for citizens. They could literally come right into the While House and talk with him. My how things have changed. Today, VIPs are universally unreachable . . . with one notable exception. Our God not only allows us to come to Him, He invites us, in fact He urges us. And today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us take full advantage of the open door we call prayer.

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Transferable Concept #3: Teach them to MANAGE their wealth wisely.

A theology of stewardship:

• God owns EVERYTHING -Ps 50:12
• God has entrusted His things, time, talent, TREASURE, to us to manage for Him -Mat 25:14-30
• God expects a POSITIVE return on His investment -Mat 25:26-28
• God will hold you ACCOUNTABLE -2 Cor 5:6-10
• God wants you to share in His JOY -Mat 25:21
• Old Testament roots: Gen 1:26-28, Job 1:20-21
• Biblical profiles: Nehemiah, Barnabas
• New Testament command: Luk 16:11-15

How to become faithful in the "little" things:

1. Help them recognize the three purposes of money are GIVING, saving, and spending -1 Tim 6:17-19

2. Encourage them to commit to honor God with FIRST FRUITS of every paycheck to remind them that it's GOD’S money, not their own -Pro 3:9-10

3. Encourage them to make time with GOD their #1 priority so they’ll know how to invest the time, talent, and treasure entrusted to them -Mark 1:35

Life message: Your life is a SACRED stewardship!

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Jesus' family history was sordid. But in Him, anyone can find a family among His people. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how Jesus broke down three barriers: racial distinctions, gender roles, and moral divisions. Even if we have a background filled with dysfunction, Jesus can include us in His family by faith in Him.

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Through faith in Christ, you can have peace in your heart. But one day Jesus will bring about a peace on Earth unlike anything we’ve ever seen. The Book of Revelation talks about the Millennial reign of Christ, a one-thousand-year period in which He will establish His kingdom on Earth. It will be a time of unprecedented peace, ushered in by the Prince of Peace. Stay with us now to learn more about this future kingdom, as Ron continues his teaching series, “Knowing God by His Christmas Names.” 

Are you resisting when you think you’re cooperating?  Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe examines Moses’ journey and reveals why doing God’s work in the power of the flesh always fails.  Discover the character upgrades needed to move to the next level in your calling on Bold Steps with Mark Jobe.

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