Trusting God and Finding Thanks: Encouragement for Parents of Teens
Parenting Today's Teens
11/28/24
•20m
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In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the real challenges of raising teens while sharing a powerful reminder: Gratitude can make all the difference. During tough times, they emphasize the importance of leaning on God, trusting in His guidance to see you through to brighter days. They encourage parents to find something they genuinely appreciate about their teen and express it. This small act of gratitude can help bridge the gap, bringing you closer to your teen and offering support until you’re through the trial.
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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.
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Read more about living a fulfilling life and leaving a lasting legacy in Mark's article, The Importance of Living Your Life With Impact and Significance, at parentingtodaysteens.org/articles/devo-2.
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 http://parentingtodayteens.org/.
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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
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