Episode Details

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In this episode of Family Time, I sit down with Norma Q-Brown, our Family Care Director, to wrap up our three-part series on "A Parent's Response Matters." We explore the final two letters of the RESPOND acronym: N for Nearness over Neglect, where Norma shares how small daily moments build lasting connection with our kids, and D for Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth, reminding us to speak biblical truth with love and gentleness. 

Norma leaves parents with this encouragement: start where you are, embrace imperfection, and keep pursuing closeness with your children.

*Family Time episodes are short, practical conversations to help parents feel more confident and competent in raising kids according to God’s design, even in a sex-saturated culture.

Topics Covered in this Episode:

• Importance of a parent's response in shaping children's development.
• The acronym RESPOND as a framework for effective parenting.
• Focus on "N" for Nearness over Neglect: building closeness with children.
• Signs of neglect and the impact of dismissive behavior on relationships.
• Strategies for fostering connection through daily interactions and open-ended questions.
• Emphasis on micro moments as opportunities for meaningful engagement.
• Focus on "D" for Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth: communicating biblical truths with love.
• The balance between truth and love in parenting discussions.
• Encouragement for ongoing conversations about difficult topics.
• The overall goal of creating a safe environment for children to share and learn.

Resources for Next Steps:

• Honest Talk | The Game
• Personal Ministry Consultation for Parents
• Critical Conversations Online Course (FREE)

RESPOND VS. REACT REMINDERS

R - Respond over React

E - Engage over Evade

S - Sincerity over Silence

P - Patience over Punitive

O - Opportunity over Obstacle

N - Nearness over Neglect

D - Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth

Part 1 covers R-E, Part 2 covers S-P-O, and Part 3 (this episode) covers N-D

Download a FREE 1-page PDF with the RESPOND infographic

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