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3 Strategies for Raising Kind Kids
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2024 Summer Family Discipleship Guide
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EH Podcast: Episode 174 Restore The Table with Ryan Rush
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EH Podcast: Episode 173 The Power of Being an Intentional Dad with Scott Morris
WATCH OR LISTEN! About Episode 173 Fathers play a crucial role in the growth and ...
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Restore the Table Conversation Cards
Use this set of downloadable Conversation Cards to spark authentic, meaningful connection around the table ...
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5 Conversations Every Dad Should Have with His Daughter Before Age 10
I love being a girl dad. My daughter is 8 years old, but I often ...
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Afterschool Conversation Starters
Parents, here are some after school conversation starters you can use to engage with your ...
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The Most Important 10 Seconds in Conversations with Kids
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Conversation Kit
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Identity in Christ for Kids
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5 Ways to Create a Safe Home for Hard Conversations
In the average home, we find a lot of tools to keep those homes safe ...
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Family Resource Guide
Family Resource Guide Check out the latest FREE Family Resource Guide to help equip families ...
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Phases of Parenting Download Card
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Advent Family Discipleship Guide
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Ocho Consejos Para Hablar Con Tus Hijos Sobre la Muerte
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7 Ways to Navigate Tragedy with Children
Global events in the Middle East and around the world break our hearts. And the ...
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Sexual Purity Discussion Guide for Parents
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EH Podcast: Episode 163 Video Gaming Escapism, Ratings & Boundaries
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Cómo Hablar Con Tus Hijos Sobre Discapacidad
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7 Maneras de Navegar la Tragedia con los Niños
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Guía de Discusión Sobre Pureza Sexual
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Tres Claves Para Construir un Fundamento de Fe en los Niños
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EH Podcast: Episode 162 Leveraging Technology for Good
WATCH OR LISTEN! Is all technology bad? NO! Bobby is back in the studio to ...
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Technology Detox Commitment
Taking an honest evaluation of the place technology and devices have in your life and ...
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EH Podcast: Episode 161 Tech Talks: Introducing Devices and Boundaries with Bobby and Jenn Cooley
WATCH OR LISTEN! Bobby and Jenn Cooley are back together in the studio sharing their ...
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How to Talk to Your Children About Disability
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EH Podcast: Episode 160 Tech Talks: Navigating the Online World with Rania Mankarious
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EH Podcast: Episode 159 Tech Talks, Phubbing, & Nomophobia
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7 Ways to Affirm Your Kids Every Morning
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10 Healthy Ways to Harness Technology for Your Family
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, technology has become an integral part of our daily ...
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Hacking Conversations on Sensitive Topics with Children
"HACKing" Conversations on Sensitive Topics with Children Approaching conversations about sensitive topics with our children ...
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5 Things to Tell Your Kids on the Way to School
Growing up, my mom would be gone most mornings before I would wake up. Having ...
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4 Signs Your Kid Isn’t Ready for a Smartphone
It was literally the perfect storm. My son had to stay after school for extra ...
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Stoplight Conversation Starters Download
Stoplight Starters Printable Download Did you know, statistics show that the average family is in ...
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3 Facts to Be Honest About in Fatherhood
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5 Questions to Ask Your Kids About Porn
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5 Signs You’re an Immature Dad
Growing up, my dad would get so angry when work didn’t go his way for ...
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Books of the Bible Memory Activity
Summer Books of the Bible Memory Activity Encourage your family to memorize the books of ...
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Family Discipleship Planning Guide
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7 Activities to Beat Boredom This Summer
The end of the school year is both exciting and chaotic. Those of us with ...
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Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt
Need something fun to get your family up and moving this summer? Download the Neighborhood ...
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Summer Screen Time Checklist Printables
Summer Screen Time Checklist As another school year wraps up making way for summertime fun, ...
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Primary Faith Trainer-Power Parenting
Parents have been entrusted by God to be the Primary Faith Trainer in their homes. ...
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The Ten-Second Principle
In the following Power Parenting video, Joe Landi and Bobby Cooley explain how to implement ...
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Benefits of Family Rhythms – Power Parenting
In this power parenting video, Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi share the importance of leveraging ...
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Confession Over Concealment-Power Parenting
In this Power Parenting video, Chris Kincaid and Bobby Cooley discuss the three keys to ...
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Connection vs. Correction-Power Parenting
In this Power Parenting video, Brad Flurry and Meghan Landi discuss discipline, specifically connection before ...
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Phases of Parenting-Power Parenting
In this Power Parenting video, Lyndsey Dottavio and Brad Flurry define the 4 Phases of ...
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Asking Questions and Listening – Power Parenting
In this power parenting video, Joe and Meghan Landi talk about asking questions and listening ...
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The Importance of Being Present – Power Parenting
In this power parenting video, Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi chat about the importance of ...
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Expanding Limits for Special Needs Children – Power Parenting
In this Power Parenting video, Fred Shafer and Kendal McMahon talk about expanding limits for ...
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Positive Affirmations – Power Parenting
In this power parenting video, Holly Meredith and Kendal McMahon talk about positive affirmations for ...
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Spiritual Disciplines Explained for Kids and Teens
What are Spiritual Disciplines? Spiritual Disciplines are physical activities or practices that Christians engage in ...
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The Lord’s Supper – A Family Resource
The Lord's Supper - A Family Resource Jesus commanded us to do two important things ...
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3 Reasons Parents Need Strong Friendships
During his earthly ministry, Jesus performed many miracles, preached to thousands, healed the sick, and ...
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5 Ways to Take the Awkward Out of ‘The Talk’
When I was in fourth grade, my mother had “the talk” with me. Out of ...
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Holy Week Resurrection Story
Holy Week Resurrection Story On each day of this guide, you will find a passage ...
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Why Choices Matter in Parenting
The Parent One Page is designed to be a quick grab and go resource for ...
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EH Podcast: Connecting Church and Home Special Needs Ministry
CONNECTING CHURCH AND HOME SERIES PART 4: Partnering with Parents of Kids with Special Needs ...
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EH Podcast: Understanding Grief with God’s Help
FLY HIGH: UNDERSTANDING GRIEF WITH GOD'S HELP The Empowered Homes Team welcomes Michelle Adams and ...
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EH Podcast: Leveraging the Bedtime Routine with Author Nancy Sanders
The Empowered Homes team welcomes author Nancy Sanders to chat about the importance of leveraging ...
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EH Podcast: Praise Him with Lauren Chandler
The Empowered Homes Team welcomes Lauren Chandler to talk about how God used a song ...
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EH Podcast: The Relationally Intelligent Child With John Trent
The Empowered Homes Team welcomes back our friend,John Trent to discuss his recent book The ...
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3 Keys to Building a Faith Foundation in Children
One of my biggest fears was that on the first day of Kindergarten, my child ...
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EH Podcast: Family to Family With The Bolins
Today the Empowered Homes Team welcomes John and Paige Bolin. The Bolins share their family ...
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EH Podcast: Family to Family With The Lynchs
The Empowered Homes Team is excited to introduce Family to Family podcasts. We are inviting ...
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EH Podcast: Parenting and Leading Children With Learning Differences
Watch on YouTube: Listen: Maggie Bertram sits down with Elisha Kalvass to discuss learning differences ...
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EH Podcast: Back to School: Partnering With Teachers
The Empowered Homes Team (Bobby and Meghan) sit down with Ronnie Mosher to have a ...
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4 Tips to Equip Your Child for a Successful School Year
Back to School can be an exciting season for families. Kids look forward to new ...
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Back to School Gameplan
Back to school is both exciting and chaotic. Use the Back to School Game Plan ...
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Back to School Scriptures
The Back to School Scripture Card is designed as a quick reference guide to encourage ...
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7 Questions to Get Your Kids Talking
This school year, I have seen a shift in my oldest son. Last year, when ...
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Summer Family Discipleship Collection
Parents! Summer is a great time for discipleship! The Summer Family Discipleship Collection is a ...
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About My Dad Free Printable
"All About Dad" Free Printable Make dad laugh and cherish Father's Day with this memorable ...
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5 Tips to Help Your Child Have the Best Summer Camp Experience
Summer camps can be some of the best experiences in a kid’s life. A chance ...
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Gospels in 45 Days Summer Reading Plan
The Gospel in 45 Days Summer Family Reading Plan Follow this simple Bible reading plan ...
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Talking with Your Kids About Sanctity of Life
Use the following points to guide conversations with your kids about sanctity of life. We ...
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Empowered Homes Podcast: Spiritual Leadership in the Home
On episode 16 of Season 2, Bobby is joined by his wife Jenn Cooley and ...
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10 Tips for Raising Boys
Dear Parents of Boys, My wife and I have been doing this “raising boys” thing ...
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Family Movie Devo Collection
Pick up your favorite popcorn and movie snacks and gather your family for a classic ...
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GriefTalk: Printable Conversation Cards for Families
GriefTalk Conversation Cards Death and loss can be a difficult concept for all of us ...
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8 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Death
Be still and know that I am with you. Psalm 46:10 Every human has two ...
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Empowered Homes Podcast: Celebrating Easter with Your Family
Easter is more than eggs, bunnies, peeps and baskets. Bobby Cooley and Dr. Steve Jones ...
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Emoji Easter Family Devotional
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5 Ways to Encourage Your Kids After a Hard Day
My son came in the back door from school and went straight upstairs. His shoes ...
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3 Angles to Use When Talking to Your Kids About Porn
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3 Reasons You Need to Be the Calmest Person in the Room
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Parent Open Forum: Communication and Your Family
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3 Differences Between Boys and Girls (and Why It Matters)
Raising boys and girls together is like playing two different sports, with different equipment and ...
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Podcast- A Story of Hope: Infertility, Foster Care and Adoption
In this episode, Neal and Bekah Springer share their adoption story. They discuss the grief ...
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5 Things I Wish My Father Taught Me
My dad passed away on April 15, 2004, just a few weeks before I graduated ...
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Podcast- Summer: The Best and the Worst
In this episode, Maggie and Bobby sit down with Eric Friedmann to talk about summer ...
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5 Things My Daughter Has Taught Me About Anger
Angry parents can be scary to kids. As a dad, sometimes my kids get the ...
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Podcast- Family Shift: Helping Families Stop the Drift
Stop drifting apart and instead thrive together with this practical five-step plan for God's best ...
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Faith Like a Child: What My Daughter Taught Me About Prayer
A few days ago, I went fishing with my daughter. She is my fishing buddy ...
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The Power of Your Words
The Parent One Page is designed to be a quick grab and go resource. Parents ...
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Praying Scriptures for Your Son/Daughter
Parents, as you pray for your son/daughter, you can insert their name into Scripture. The ...
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7 Activities for Dads and Daughters
There is something special about being a girl dad. I was asked a few months ...
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7 Ways to Activate the Heart of a Boy
Think back to when you were a little boy. What is your best memory? Was ...
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Podcast: Tech Savvy Parenting – Interview with Brian Housman
This episode was recorded in October 2019 and was originally set to release in March ...
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Podcast: Kids Can – Raising Adults Who Contribute
In this episode, Maggie and Bobby sit down with some special guests to talk about ...
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Adding Stability in an Unstable World
For those of us with children from hard places, instability can be one of the ...
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Stop Ignoring Your Kids: The Szalinski Rule
Have you ever blown off your kids? What do you do when you’re in the ...
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Have That Conversation Now
Parents, your words are powerful! Use these 10 everyday phrases to instill confidence, self-respect, and ...
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The 5 Most Important Questions Kids Are Asking About Themselves
Do your kids ask you a bunch of questions? What’s for dinner? Why is the ...
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10 Consistencies Your Kids Need at Home
Consistency offers stability to your kids when they need it the most. For most families, ...
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Training Your Child to Have a Quiet Time
I grew up in church believing that “good people” went to church on Sundays and ...
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Star Wars-The Force Awakens: Family Devo
A fun family Devo that goes along with the movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens ...
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5 Types of Active Listening
Listening is key when it comes to parenting. Learn the five different types of responses ...
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Kid Conversation Starters
Parents, here are some conversation starters you can use to engage with your kids. When ...
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The Power of Everyday Words
Parents, your words are powerful! Use these 10 everyday phrases to instill confidence, self-respect, and ...
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Parent Open Forum: Parenting Through Crisis
Parent Open Forum: Parenting Through Crisis with Mark Gregston How do we parent through crisis? ...
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How To Teach Your Kids the Discipline of Prayer
Prayer is a vital discipline within our relationship with Jesus. Prayer strengthens our connection with ...
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Tame the Family Zoo (with John Trent)
John Trent and Kari Trent-Stageberg, the dad and daughter team at StrongFamilies.com, remind us that ...
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Journey to the Cross (English & Spanish)
Journey to the Cross is an at home, interactive Good Friday experience. Families will use ...
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From Palms To Passover: An Easter Family Devotion
From Palms to Passover: An Easter Family Devotional Use this devotional to walk through Holy Week together ...
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Four Targets: How To Keep From Going Stir Crazy at Home
Whether it’s a global pandemic or summer vacation, being at home for an extended period ...
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2 Key Ingredients to the Blessing (Part One): Bless Who They Are Not What They Do
The first key to the blessing is this: Bless who they are not what they ...
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2 Key Ingredients to the Blessing (Part Two): Bless Them By Your Presence and Participation in Their Life
A few months ago Liz and I received an invitation to a wedding and the ...
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Dads, Teach Your Kids
Fathers play a significant role in fostering emotional, cognitive, language, and motor development in the ...
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Tarzan: Family Devo
Tarzan Discussion Questions During the first song in the movie, the stage is set for ...
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5 Ways to React When Your Kids are Fighting
Do you know any adults who fight like a four-year-old? They throw fits and are ...
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Podcast: Raising Boys, Technology and Hearing Truth
(Recorded Fall 2019) In this Interview, Bobby and Joe sit down with Jonathan McKee and ...
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Avengers- End Game : Family Devo
Avengers: End Game In the movie Avengers: End Game, there are many excellent themes to ...
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Little Women: Family Devo
Here is a fun Family Devotional to accompany the movie Little Women In the movie ...
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Frozen 2 : Family Devo
Here is a fun Family Devotional to accompany the movie Frozen 2 In the movie ...
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Moana : Family Devo
Here is a fun Family Devotional to accompany the movie Moana In the movie Moana, ...
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Podcast: Interview with Maggie (New Co-Host)
In this episode, Bobby interviews Maggie Bertram, our new co-host of the podcast. Maggie is ...
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Monsters Inc: Family Devo
Here is a fun Family Devotional to accompany the movie Monsters Inc. 1. You'll need ...
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Finding Nemo: Family Devo
Here is a simple Family Devotional to accompany the movie Finding Nemo. With the following ...
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Finding Dory: Family Devo
Here are some family conversation starters to accompany the movie Finding Dory. 1. What made ...
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Gaps and Voids: Single Parenting Together
As a single parent, when I poll or survey other single parents with the simple ...
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Children Can Benefit and Thrive with One Healthy Parent
In Joshua 24, Joshua is speaking to all the tribes of Israel and he tells ...
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Podcast: Interview with Josh Griffin- Man Trip
In this episode Bobby interviews Josh Griffin about a recent trip he took with his ...
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Podcast: Dating and Your Teen
In this episode, we answer the question, “What is dating?” Curtis Lane discusses dating and ...
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Teaching Session: Single Parenting Together
You may have found yourself parenting on your own, but you do not have to ...
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Defining Anxiety in Your Child
If you are reading this article, that probably means that one of the kids you ...
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Empower Your Child To Overcome Anxiety
We know that a certain level of worry and stress is required in a child’s ...
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Teaching Session: Anxiety and Your Child
Anxiety is on the rise within our society and many of the kids we love ...
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Teaching Session: Kids Can
God has entrusted us with children so we can “Train Them Up.” But how do ...
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Teaching Session: Loving and Leading Your Kids Through Failure
Sometimes we need to let our kids fail. More importantly than just letting them fail, ...
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Teaching Session: Building Identity in Your Child
Every child is unique and different. At the core of who they are, every child ...
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Marriage and Parenting Weekend
The Empowered Homes Marriage and Parenting Weekend is designed to build strong marriages and equip ...
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5 Typical Dad Fails and How to Avoid Them
We were on a road trip to visit family when I had one of my ...
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From Guilty Parent to Hopeful Parent
Arianna was heartsick over the moral choices her adult son was making. Even more heartrending ...
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Podcast: Grandparenting
In this episode, Bobby sits down with Dennis Wilbanks. Dennis works with senior adults at ...
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Podcast: Dad Tired
In this episode, Bobby, Brad and Joe interview Jerrad Lopes. Jerrad Lopes is a Christian ...
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Our Family Plan
What if you had a plan, some intentionality driving your family this year? This Our ...
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Addressing Stress
Studies show that kids are more stressed than ever before. In this Power Parenting video, ...
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Podcast: Biblical Fatherhood
In this episode, Brad Flurry and Bobby Cooley discuss Biblical Fatherhood. Both Bobby and Brad ...
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Your Teen and Technology
In this Power Parenting video, Curtis Lane shares some practical tips that will equip parents ...
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Family Core Values
In my previous organization, we had a list of three core values: Honor, Courage, and ...
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Podcast: Blind Eyes Opened
Today’s guest is Geoffrey Rogers, Executive Producer of the new faith-based documentary, Blind Eyes Opened: ...
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Faith Talks
In Scripture, God commands parents to have everyday conversations with their kids. In this Power ...
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Courage Under Fire
July 1, 1863... The largest military conflict in North American history began when Union and ...
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The Blessing
In this Power Parenting video, Brad Flurry shares the power of the blessing. What is ...
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Practical Parenting Tip: Memories In a Jar
If you have read any of my previous articles, you know the main purpose of ...
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Preparing Your Kids to Live Faithfully
Scripture says, "Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain ...
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Help, My Child is Looking at Pornography!
One of the most common questions I get from parents is, “What do I do ...
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How to Handle Age Compression
Age compression is the idea that children at a certain age are acting older than ...
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The Power of Moments
In this Power Parenting video, Bobby Cooley shares three simple ways to use small moments ...
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Living out Your Faith for Your Kids
One of the best ways to help your kids grow in their faith is to ...
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Giving Your Child the Blessing
There's always a great opportunity to bless our children! John Trent, author of The Blessing, ...
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Communicating with Word Pictures
Jesus used stories to communicate truth to His listeners. He understood the power of word ...
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Power of Mealtime
In this Power Parenting video, Pastor Ryan Rush shares how meaningful mealtimes can be a ...
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Friendship
In this Power Parenting video, Leslee McWhirter discusses how parents can help their kids develop ...
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How To Shepherd Your Child’s Thumos
Colossians 3:21 says, "Fathers, do not exasperate your children, so that they will not lose ...
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Praying With and For Your Child
In this Power Parenting video, Ryan Cook shares one of the most important things you ...
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Extending Grace to Our Children
In this Power Parenting video, Todd Pendergrass discusses how parents can be their children's first ...
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The Importance of Downtime
Downtime. In the midst of today's busy schedules, it often gets overlooked, but it's an ...
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Using Routines to Make a Difference
Scripture offers some vital reminders for parents called to be the primary faith-trainers of their ...
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Popping the Christian Bubble
Homeschool or public school? Neighborhood friends or church friends? Playing at the park or in ...
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3 Lessons from Youth Sports
It is mid-November and in my house that means we are putting the final touches ...
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Turning the Mess Into a Milestone
God often reveals Himself to us through challenging times. In this Power Parenting video, JP ...
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Teaching Your Child the Bible
We all want our kids to love and know God's word. Dr. Steven Jones challenges ...
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Your Family and Technology: Parent Open Forum
Additional Resources: Screen Time Controls Smart Phone Readiness Tools for Teens & Parents Internet Monitoring ...
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Two Things I Say to My Kids Every Day
A few days ago I read an article titled “10 Things to Say to Your ...
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The Art of Listening
"Oftentimes, if you find yourself where your kids aren't listening to you, it might be ...
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Back to School Moment
The first day of back to school can be exciting, but also scary. Brad Flurry ...
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The Power of Listening
Every relationship is co-created. Meaning, that it must have give and take in communication. If ...
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Leaving a Jesus Legacy
In this Power Parenting video, Dennis Wilbanks shares a simple way parents and grandparents can ...
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Christmas Activities With Your Kid
In this Power Parenting video, Laura Hearn and Christy Cupit share some fun and interactive ...
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Podcast: Advent, What is it?
This conversation is about being a dad and the struggles we face. There is no ...
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Christmas and Your Kid
How can we as families keep Jesus at the center of Christmas? In this Power ...
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Serving With Your Family
Jesus always moved in the direction of those in need. Because He was willing to ...