Teen Stories: Worthy of Love
Parenting Today's Teens
09/10/24
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Struggling teens sometimes push others away — often starting with their parents — because they don't feel like they're worthy of love and acceptance. If this sounds like your teen, don't stop trying! In today's show, Mark sits down with two young men at Heartlight who are working hard to rebuild bonds with their families. Caleb opens up about his struggles with impatience, reconnecting with his parents and learning to accept love, while Drew shares his battle with rejection, the pressures of fitting in and overcoming substance abuse. Check it out!
To learn more about the Heartlight program, visit heartlightministries.org
Parenting Today’s Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual guidance to help you become the parent you aspire to be, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.
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In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore why many teens drift away from church during their adolescent years. Often, it’s not a conscious decision — they simply lose interest or stop seeing its relevance.
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For more guidance to help you understand your teen's heart and lead them through these unique challenges, order your copy of Mark's latest devotional, Daily Hope for Families, at bit.ly/daily-hope-for-families
Parenting Today's Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual advice to support your parenting journey, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.
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If you're a grandparent looking for ways to connect and engage with your grandchildren, check out the Leaving a Legacy of Hope eCourse at bit.ly/legacy-ecourse
Parenting Today’s Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual guidance to help you become the parent you aspire to be, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.
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