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Raising Christian Kids

By: Lee Ann Mancini
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  • Raising Christian Kids Podcast with Lee Ann Mancini
    Lee Ann Mancini and GLM Publishing Inc.
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  • Advice for Parents to Help Children Overcome Trauma & Abuse

    Advice for Parents to Help Children Overcome Trauma & Abuse
    Apr 25 2024
    “They need routine, they need protection, they need biblical truth, they need things labeled as what's God-honoring and not God-honoring behavior.” -Darby Strickland. Darby A. Strickland, MDiv, is a faculty member and counselor at the Christian Counseling & Education Foundation (CCEF). She is a contributor to Becoming a Church That Cares Well for the Abused and author of Is It Abuse? A Biblical Guide to Identifying Domestic Abuse and Helping Victims, the children’s book Something Scary Happened, and the mini book When Children Experience Trauma. She writes regularly for the Journal of Biblical Counseling. Darby and her husband, John, have three children. During this episode, Darby discusses the effects of trauma and abuse on children and offers valuable insight into how parents can support their children through difficult times. She shares tips on addressing trauma with children, the importance of open communication, and the role of faith in comforting and guiding children through tough situations. Additionally, she provides information about online counseling resources for families in need. Key Takeaways: Encouragement for parents to face hard truths with their children and the importance of addressing behavior as a clue to the child's struggles. Advice on how parents can communicate with their children about traumatic events. The influence of parental reactions on a child's experience of trauma. The importance of routine, protection, and biblical truth for traumatized children. Something Scary Happened can help children overcome fear by learning how to express and understand their fears. The free resources, blogs, and journal articles are available on ccef.org. When Children Experience Trauma is a mini book that can help parents help their children navigate their fears, guide them through their distress, and assist their recovery after a traumatic event. Darby’s Website, Facebook, and Instagram. RCK social media: Facebook Join our Facebook community group! Instagram Pinterest Love this episode? Please leave us a rating/review and share this episode with a friend! You can find a list of all our episodes here.
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    13 mins
  • Champ Thornton Shares Resources to Help Kids Learn About Thankfulness & How to Manage Emotions

    Champ Thornton Shares Resources to Help Kids Learn About Thankfulness & How to Manage Emotions
    Apr 23 2024
    “Being thankful means seeing that God is the source of all the things that we experience in life.” – Champ Thornton. Champ Thornton is an acquisitions editor at Crossway and the author of several books for kids and families, including The Really Radical Book for Kids, The Radical Book for Kids, Wonders of His Love, The Serpent Slayer and the Scroll of Riddles, A Five-Senses Countdown to Calm: You Count!, Why Do We Say Good Night, and Why Do We Say Thank You? During this episode, Champ discusses the importance of teaching children gratitude and thankfulness. He delves into the essential role of parents in connecting children to God in their everyday experiences. From fostering politeness to guiding emotional calmness, Champ has a treasure trove of resources for parents looking to cultivate strong Christian values in their children. Key Takeaways: Importance of teaching children gratitude and politeness. The storyline of the book Why Do We Say Thank You? - features a grumpy young boy who learns to be thankful and the transformation of the boy's perspective on gratitude through a dream sequence. The connection between boredom and gratitude. The role of parents in helping children recognize that everything comes from God. Ideas and suggestions for parents to help children recognize the role of God in their lives and the importance of integrating faith into everyday experiences. Organic ways to connect children to God in their daily lives. A Five-Senses Countdown to Calm: You Count! can help guide children to manage their emotions through sensory experiences. Addressing the importance of addressing spiritual topics, such as salvation and the existence of Satan, in children's literature. Champ’s Website, Instagram, and Twitter. RCK social media: Facebook Join our Facebook community group! Instagram Pinterest Love this episode? Please leave us a rating/review and share this episode with a friend! You can find a list of all our episodes here.
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    14 mins
  • MOMents with Lori & Lee Ann – 5 Types of Prodigal Children

    MOMents with Lori & Lee Ann – 5 Types of Prodigal Children
    Apr 18 2024
    Once a month, Lori and Lee Ann will discuss complex topics regarding parenting and disciplining. Lori Wildenberg is a national speaker, a licensed parent-family educator of over 25 years, and an award-winning author of six Christian parenting books. Lori also leads the popular Moms Together Facebook Community Page and Group. During this episode, Lori and Lee Ann delve into the aspects of parenting prodigal children, offering guidance to parents navigating these challenges with faith and grace. Lori shares her insights on the different types of prodigals, drawing parallels from biblical examples to provide a multi-dimensional understanding of wayward children and give hope to parents grappling with despair and hopelessness while raising prodigal children. Key Takeaways: Reference to Luke 15:11-32, the parable of the lost son in the Bible. The importance of not overreacting to their behavior and choosing when to step in to pursue them or wait for them to return on their own. Encouragement to rediscover the "jewel" in your child's heart. The five different types of prodigals: The heart, soul, mind, body, and the reluctant. Biblical examples of each type of prodigal discussed: David, Aaron, Paul, the woman condemned, and Samson. Prodigal of the heart – David (Psalm 51:10) Prodigal of the soul – Aaron (John 8:12) Prodigal of the mind – Paul (Philippians 4:8) Prodigal of the body – the woman who was an adulteress (Romans 12:1) The reluctant prodigal – Samson (Proverbs 8:13) The importance of praying for them and trusting in God's transformative power. Emphasizing hope for parents with prodigal children, regardless of the duration of their absence. Resources: Help! I Have a Prodigal, by Judy Slay. Praying for Your Child from Head to Toe, by Sharon James. Messy Journey: How Grace and Truth Offer the Prodigal a Way Home, by Lori Wildenberg. Lori’s Website, Facebook, Moms Together Facebook, Moms Together Facebook Group, and Instagram. RCK social media: Facebook Join our Facebook community group! Instagram Pinterest Love this episode? Please leave us a rating/review and share this episode with a friend! You can find a list of all our episodes here.
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    15 mins
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