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God has entrusted us with children so we can “Train Them Up.” But how do we battle a culture that champions entitlement and selfishness? Join us for this breakout, Kids Can, as we explore ways we can combat entitlement in our kids while shepherding them toward a spirit of humility, servant-heartedness, and independence.

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            The Empowered Homes Marriage and Parenting Weekend is designed to build strong marriages and equip ...
            5 Typical Dad Fails and How to Avoid Them

            5 Typical Dad Fails and How to Avoid Them

            We were on a road trip to visit family when I had one of my ...
            Anxiety and Your Child

            Anxiety and Your Child

            Anxiety is on the rise within our society and many of the kids we love ...
            From Guilty Parent to Hopeful Parent

            From Guilty Parent to Hopeful Parent

            Arianna was heartsick over the moral choices her adult son was making. Even more heartrending ...
            Podcast: Grandparenting

            Podcast: Grandparenting

            In this episode, Bobby sits down with Dennis Wilbanks. Dennis works with senior adults at ...
            10 Parenting Lessons

            10 Parenting Lessons

            I keep a prayer list on my desk, a handwritten list of people for whom ...
            Podcast: Dad Tired

            Podcast: Dad Tired

            In this episode, Bobby, Brad and Joe interview Jerrad Lopes. Jerrad Lopes is a Christian ...
            Our Family Plan

            Our Family Plan

            What if you had a plan, some intentionality driving your family this year? This Our ...
            Addressing Stress

            Addressing Stress

            Studies show that kids are more stressed than ever before. In this Power Parenting video, ...
            Podcast: Biblical Fatherhood

            Podcast: Biblical Fatherhood

            In this episode, Brad Flurry and Bobby Cooley discuss Biblical Fatherhood. Both Bobby and Brad ...
            Your Teen and Technology

            Your Teen and Technology

            In this Power Parenting video, Curtis Lane shares some practical tips that will equip parents ...
            Family Core Values

            Family Core Values

            In my previous organization, we had a list of three core values: Honor, Courage, and ...
            Suicide and Grief: Parent Open Forum

            Suicide and Grief: Parent Open Forum

            Listen in as Brad Flurry, Joe Landi, and Steve Crain lead a Parent Open Forum ...
            Podcast: Blind Eyes Opened

            Podcast: Blind Eyes Opened

            Today’s guest is Geoffrey Rogers, Executive Producer of the new faith-based documentary, Blind Eyes Opened: ...
            Faith Talks

            Faith Talks

            In Scripture, God commands parents to have everyday conversations with their kids. In this Power ...
            Courage Under Fire

            Courage Under Fire

            July 1, 1863... The largest military conflict in North American history began when Union and ...
            The Blessing

            The Blessing

            In this Power Parenting video, Brad Flurry shares the power of the blessing. What is ...
            Practical Parenting Tip: Memories In a Jar

            Practical Parenting Tip: Memories In a Jar

            If you have read any of my previous articles, you know the main purpose of ...
            When Parents Apologize

            When Parents Apologize

            The perfect storm had been brewing for a few weeks. My 6 year old was ...
            Preparing Your Kids to Live Faithfully

            Preparing Your Kids to Live Faithfully

            Scripture says, "Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain ...
            Prayer for Prodigals

            Prayer for Prodigals

            Bring Your Heart to the Lord Lord, you are my refuge, my stronghold and my ...
            Help, My Child is Looking at Pornography!

            Help, My Child is Looking at Pornography!

            One of the most common questions I get from parents is, “What do I do ...
            My Son's First Date

            My Son’s First Date

            In mid-August 2010, at the ripe old age of 5, my oldest son went on ...
            How to Handle Age Compression

            How to Handle Age Compression

            Age compression is the idea that children at a certain age are acting older than ...
            When Your Kid Wanders from the Faith

            When Your Kid Wanders from the Faith

            There is not anything that can adequately prepare you for the hurt and disappointment of ...
            Kids Can

            Kids Can

            Proverbs 22:6 says, “Start a youth out on his way; even when he grows old ...
            The Power of Moments

            The Power of Moments

            In this Power Parenting video, Bobby Cooley shares three simple ways to use small moments ...
            Preschoolers and Prayer

            Preschoolers and Prayer

            1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 says, "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for ...
            Living out Your Faith for Your Kids

            Living out Your Faith for Your Kids

             One of the best ways to help your kids grow in their faith is to ...
            Giving Your Child the Blessing

            Giving Your Child the Blessing

            There's always a great opportunity to bless our children! John Trent, author of The Blessing, ...
            Communicating with Word Pictures

            Communicating with Word Pictures

            Jesus used stories to communicate truth to His listeners. He understood the power of word ...
            Power of Mealtime

            Power of Mealtime

            In this Power Parenting video, Pastor Ryan Rush shares how meaningful mealtimes can be a ...
            Devotions With Your Kids

            Devotions With Your Kids

            In this Power Parenting video, Laura Hearn and Christy Cupit give some practical tips for ...
            Friendship

            Friendship

            In this Power Parenting video, Leslee McWhirter discusses how parents can help their kids develop ...
            Watch Me

            Watch Me

            My three-year-old is a fun kid. He is always looking for an audience. He will ...
            Podcast: A Conversation with Max Lucado

            Podcast: A Conversation with Max Lucado

            Max Lucado Is a pastor, author, dad, and grandpa. He is lovingly known as Pappa ...
            How To Shepherd Your Child's Thumos

            How To Shepherd Your Child’s Thumos

            Colossians 3:21 says, "Fathers, do not exasperate your children, so that they will not lose ...
            Podcast: Dad Struggles

            Podcast: Dad Struggles

            This conversation is about being a dad and the struggles we face. There is no ...
            Praying With and For Your Child

            Praying With and For Your Child

            In this Power Parenting video, Ryan Cook shares one of the most important things you ...
            Podcast: Your Family and Technology

            Podcast: Your Family and Technology

            Making good choices about technology is more than just using good internet filters and determining ...
            Three Questions You Should Ask Your Teen

            Three Questions You Should Ask Your Teen

            In this Power Parenting video, Joe Landi discusses three powerful questions that will help cultivate ...
            Podcast: The Gospel and Your Family / With Brad Watson

            Podcast: The Gospel and Your Family / With Brad Watson

            In this interview, we learn about "The Blessing." It's a powerful tool that every parent ...
            Teaching Your Kids to Date

            Teaching Your Kids to Date

            Proverbs 22:6 says, "Train up a child in the way he should go; Even when ...
            Podcast: The Blessing with John Trent

            Podcast: The Blessing with John Trent

            In this interview, we learn about "The Blessing." It's a powerful tool that every parent ...
            Extending Grace to Our Children

            Extending Grace to Our Children

            In this Power Parenting video, Todd Pendergrass discusses how parents can be their children's first ...
            Podcast: Raising Worry-Free Girls

            Podcast: Raising Worry-Free Girls

            In the interview, we talk about statistics, data and how we can help our girls ...
            Podcast: How to Grow With Your Kids Not Apart

            Podcast: How to Grow With Your Kids Not Apart

            Steve Argue is the co-author of several books. His latest Is "Growing With." This book ...
            The Importance of Downtime

            The Importance of Downtime

            Downtime. In the midst of today's busy schedules, it often gets overlooked, but it's an ...
            Using Routines to Make a Difference

            Using Routines to Make a Difference

            Scripture offers some vital reminders for parents called to be the primary faith-trainers of their ...
            Podcast: What Are Empowered Homes?

            Podcast: What Are Empowered Homes?

            On this inaugural podcast episode Bobby Cooley and Ryan Rush dive in to the question ...
            Popping the Christian Bubble

            Popping the Christian Bubble

            Homeschool or public school? Neighborhood friends or church friends? Playing at the park or in ...
            3 Lessons from Youth Sports

            3 Lessons from Youth Sports

            It is mid-November and in my house that means we are putting the final touches ...
            Turning the Mess Into a Milestone

            Turning the Mess Into a Milestone

            God often reveals Himself to us through challenging times. In this Power Parenting video, JP ...
            Back to School Advice

            Back to School Advice

            It’s that time of year again. Here in the next week or so we will ...
            Teaching Your Child the Bible

            Teaching Your Child the Bible

            We all want our kids to love and know God's word. Dr. Steven Jones challenges ...
            Fighting for Your Family as a Single Mom

            Fighting for Your Family as a Single Mom

            How do you keep fighting for your family when it seems like you’re on the ...
            Grand-parenting: How to Leave a Jesus Legacy

            Grand-parenting: How to Leave a Jesus Legacy

            Grandparents: Faith Model What do we mean by the “Faith Model”? Research has found that ...
            "Hey Mom"

            “Hey Mom”

            Hey Mom! This is fun thank your video for all the moms in our life ...
            Your Family and Technology: Parent Open Forum

            Your Family and Technology: Parent Open Forum

            Additional Resources: Screen Time Controls Smart Phone Readiness Tools for Teens & Parents Internet Monitoring ...
            Two Things I Say to My Kids Every Day

            Two Things I Say to My Kids Every Day

            A few days ago I read an article titled “10 Things to Say to Your ...
            The Art of Listening

            The Art of Listening

            "Oftentimes, if you find yourself where your kids aren't listening to you, it might be ...
            Handling Conflict With Your Spouse

            Handling Conflict With Your Spouse

            Conflict in marriage is inevitable — so how do we respond to it in a ...
            Back to School Moment

            Back to School Moment

            The first day of back to school can be exciting, but also scary. Brad Flurry ...
            Creating Purposeful Traditions

            Creating Purposeful Traditions

            Traditions make memories that last a lifetime. In this Power Parenting video, Maggie Bertram shares ...
            4 Reasons Why You Should Organize Your Time

            4 Reasons Why You Should Organize Your Time

            For the last few years at our Vacation Bible School, we have held a “Power ...
            Call of Duty

            Call of Duty

            “Duty is the sublimest word in our language. … You cannot do more. You should ...
            The Power of Listening

            The Power of Listening

            Every relationship is co-created. Meaning, that it must have give and take in communication. If ...
            Widen Your Child’s Circle

            Widen Your Child’s Circle

            Mom and Dad – get ready to swallow a tough pill – here we go ...
            The Gift of Time

            The Gift of Time

            One of the greatest gifts you can give your kids is your time. More Videos ...
            Tips for a Healthy Marriage

            Tips for a Healthy Marriage

            Brad and Liz Flurry have been married over twenty years and have learned a few ...
            Leaving a Jesus Legacy

            Leaving a Jesus Legacy

            In this Power Parenting video, Dennis Wilbanks shares a simple way parents and grandparents can ...
            Christmas Activities With Your Kid

            Christmas Activities With Your Kid

            In this Power Parenting video, Laura Hearn and Christy Cupit share some fun and interactive ...
            Podcast: Christmas Traditions

            Podcast: Christmas Traditions

            This conversation is about being a dad and the struggles we face. There is no ...
            Podcast: Happy Thanksgiving: Be a Blessing

            Podcast: Happy Thanksgiving: Be a Blessing

            This conversation is about being a dad and the struggles we face. There is no ...
            Podcast: Advent, What is it?

            Podcast: Advent, What is it?

            This conversation is about being a dad and the struggles we face. There is no ...
            Christmas and Your Kid

            Christmas and Your Kid

            How can we as families keep Jesus at the center of Christmas? In this Power ...
            Serving With Your Family

            Serving With Your Family

            Jesus always moved in the direction of those in need. Because He was willing to ...
            Date Your Spouse

            Date Your Spouse

            Dating your spouse is one of the best things you can do as a parent ...