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Back to SearchHow Dads Can Build Strong Relationships With Their Teens
Episode 1346
Today, Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lafleur talk about the powerful impact fathers can have on their children’s lives — especially during the teen years. The three discuss how dads can …
Published on 4 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Rules, Rebellion and Relationship
Episode 1345
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston addresses some of the most pressing and poignant questions from parents and grandparents of teens today. From navigating teen anxiety, depression and substance use, …
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
Mean Girls and Social Media
Episode 1344
Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney LeFleur discuss the emotional toll that mean-girl behavior and social media pressure can have on teenage girls. From exclusion and cyberbullying to unrealis…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
Learning From Pain
Episode 1343
Mark Gregston reflects on a personal experience of physical pain to illustrate how pain affects behavior, decision-making and empathy — especially in teens. He explains that when teens act out or see…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
Teen Stories: When Fitting in Leads to a Falling Out
Episode 1342
Every parent knows how much teens long to belong — yet sometimes the choices they make in pursuit of acceptance can lead them down a difficult path. On today’s episode, Mark sits down with two young …
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
Sharing Your Faith With Your Teen
Episode 1341
In today’s culture, teens are overwhelmed with information and often skeptical of traditional approaches to faith. Today, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd encourage parents to shift from preaching to…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Ministry, Motive and Mission
Episode 1340
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston responds to a powerful and important question: “Does your ministry point kids to Jesus?” Mark’s thoughtful answer goes beyond one-size-fits-all approaches, reminding…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Listening to Your Teen on a Deeper Level
Episode 1339
Join Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd as they remind us that listening is one of the most powerful tools you can use to connect with your teen. As kids grow into adolescence, they crave someone who w…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
An Anchor of Certainty
Episode 1338
In this devotional, Mark Gregston highlights the deep anxiety teens face today due to overwhelming uncertainty in their world — like social instability, global crises and cultural pressures. He compa…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Teen Stories: Letting Go of Old Habits
Episode 1337
Many parents see their teens retreat — whether into substance use, technology or isolation — and wonder what they're really running from. In today’s episode, Mark sits down with Dean and RJ, two Hear…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago