Parenting a Child Who Has Left the Faith
Welcome to another episode of the Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children, I’m your host, Laine Lawson Craft, and today we’re diving into something truly transformative for parents and teens alike. Joining us is Dr. Ken Castor, an experienced youth minister and editor of the “Make A Difference Youth Bible.”
In this episode, we explore the challenges modern parents face while guiding their children through spiritual warfare in today’s tech-driven world. Dr. Castor shares his invaluable insights on engaging teens with the Bible, discussing how this special edition is designed to make scripture come alive for them. We’ll uncover practical tips for parents to model a godly lifestyle and initiate meaningful conversations with their kids.
Whether you’re seeking to deepen your family’s faith or looking for actionable advice on nurturing spiritual growth, this episode promises to equip you with the tools and encouragement you need. Let’s get started on discovering how faith can truly make a difference in your home!
Laine Lawson Craft is the host of Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children. With a heartfelt and authentic approach, Laine shares stories of struggle and triumph, emphasizing the transformative power of faith. Her mission is to inspire, encourage, and equip parents facing similar challenges, providing them with actionable insights to foster healing and hope within their families. Passionate about her role, Laine eagerly anticipates each episode, aiming to leave her audience with meaningful takeaways they can apply in their everyday lives.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Warfare Parenting Podcast: Hope, struggles, and faith.
06:12 Encouragements from Bible to live altruistically.
09:14 Model godly lifestyle; make Bible visible, accessible.
10:52 Reading the Bible daily transforms lives and families.
15:34 Teen prays to resist negative influence, love God.
19:27 Trust that God is guiding your child.
20:06 Parenting with God to guide troubled teenagers.
23:16 Stay connected, subscribe. With love, Lane Craft.
POINTS AND TOPICS COVERED
Introduction
– Host Introduction
– Goals of the Episode
– Inspiration and encouragement
– Practical takeaways for listeners
Guest Introduction
– Ken Castor’s Background
– Journey of faith since age 8
– Over 30 years of youth ministry experience
– Work in the US and Canada
– Personal life (father of three)
Changes in Parenting Over Time
– Impact of Technology
– Increased dangers and challenges due to easy access to harmful content
– Comparison between past and present difficulties in youth exposure
Make A Difference Youth Bible
– Purpose and Approach
– Engagement and relevance for youth
– Action-oriented commentary
– Partnership with Dare to Share evangelistic ministry
Supporting Parents in Spiritual Warfare
– Prompts and Action Steps
– Encouragement for kids to make decisions for Jesus
– Addressing negative behaviors
– Promoting altruistic actions
Conversation Starters
– Ease of initiating conversations
– Modeling behavior through scripture
– Establishing a culture of dialogue around the Bible
Introducing the Bible to the Family
– Engaging Parents’ Role
– Modeling lifestyle and values (Deuteronomy 6)
– Keeping the Bible visible and central in the home
– Active engagement with scripture by parents
Testimonies and Impact
– Story of a Teen Girl Making Notes in the Bible
– Personal experience shared by a parent
– Teen focusing on resisting bad influences through scripture
Relevance for Today’s Families
– Contemporary Approach
– Making faith active and participatory
– Engagement in community and helpful actions
– Strengthening family values
Closing Remarks
– Reassurances to Parents
– God’s control and plan for their children
– Partnership with God in the parenting journey
– Encouragement and Comfort
Resources and Further Information
– How to Connect with Ken Castor
– Books and resources available online
– Websites: https://makeadifferencebible.com/ and https://kencastor.com/
– Host’s Final Remarks
– Inviting listeners to access further resources
– Encouragement to subscribe and stay connected