Ep: 225 Spiritual Coaching: 3 Steps to Effectively Disciple Your Kids with George Barna

Ep: 225 Spiritual Coaching: 3 Steps to Effectively Disciple Your Kids with George Barna

Author: Dr. Meg Meeker January 26, 2024 Duration: 42:36
How do you teach your children to develop a strong sense of who they are and what they're meant to be? In this episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meg Meeker chats with George Barna about the vital role of discipling children. As a renowned figure in faith and research, Barna shares his compelling insights on intentional and proactive parenting, shedding light on the surprising lack of a biblical perspective among both parents and church leaders. His expertise and research-backed findings provide valuable guidance and a fresh perspective on how parents can foster a deep sense of identity and purpose in their kids. Today’s GuestGeorge Barna, Professor at Arizona Christian University, heads its Cultural Research Center. He's also Sr. Research Fellow at Family Research Council Center for Biblical Worldview and a Fellow at the Townsend Institute at Concordia University. As founder of The Barna Group, he conducted pioneering research on worldview, cultural transformation, ministry applications, spiritual development, and politics. He's advised hundreds of parachurch ministries, thousands of Christian churches, the U.S. military, Fortune 500 companies, and four presidential candidates. With 58 books on social and religious trends, leadership, church dynamics, and cultural transformation, including bestsellers and award-winning titles translated into many languages, his impact is profound. Raising Spiritual Champions Book https://www.arizonachristian.edu/culturalresearchcenter/ https://culturalresearchcenter.com  https://www.facebook.com/crcacu/ Our SponsorsMasimo Stork Masimo Stork is a revolutionary new baby monitor. To learn more, go to masimostork.com Green Chef The #1 Meal Kit for Eating well. Go to greenchef.com/60drmeg and use code 60drmeg to get 60% off plus 20% off your next two months From the ProducerDiscover the transformative power of fatherhood with our courses at meekerparenting.com/courses. From understanding your daughter's perspective to mastering essential strategies, our courses offer dads invaluable tools to strengthen bonds and become the fathers they aspire to be. Don't wait – start your journey today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a cultural moment that often overcomplicates the fundamental task of raising good people, Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker offers a return to grounded, compassionate wisdom. This isn't about theoretical perfection; it's a conversation rooted in decades of clinical practice and real-life experience. Dr. Meg Meeker, a practicing pediatrician and mother, draws from her unique perspective as both a medical doctor and a bestselling author to address the anxieties and questions modern parents face. Each episode feels like a thoughtful dialogue, whether she's speaking with a fellow expert on child development or unpacking a listener's concern. You'll hear discussions that span the practicalities of daily discipline to the deeper challenges of fostering resilience and character in kids and teens. The tone is consistently reassuring yet direct, cutting through the noise of conflicting advice to focus on what truly strengthens a family. Listening to this podcast provides more than just strategies; it offers a framework for building trust and connection through every age and stage. Dr. Meeker’s approach validates the difficulties while empowering parents with actionable insights, making the journey feel less lonely and more manageable. It’s a resource for anyone who wants to move beyond survival and actively nurture great kids.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker
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Ep. 247:  Parenting with Purpose: Nurturing Character in Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:50
In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker discusses the importance of character development in children with Dr. Kathy Koch, founder and president of Celebrate Kids, Inc. They explore how character qualitie…
Ep. 244: Considering Homeschooling? What Every Parent Needs to Know [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:11
If you're feeling frustrated and disconnected from your child's education, despite your efforts to engage and support them, then you are not alone! Many parents find that traditional schooling systems often fail to provi…
Ep. 242: Gain the Dad Edge: Empowering Fatherhood with Larry Hagner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:19
In this episode of 'Parenting Great Kids,' Dr. Meg Meeker welcomes back Larry Hagner, the creative force behind the Dad Edge podcast and author of 'The Spirit of Fatherhood.' Larry shares his journey of overcoming a tumu…
Ep. 241: Breaking Free from Mom Guilt, a Modern Motherhood Epidemic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:53
Did you know that 95% of moms experience mom guilt regularly? In this episode, Dr. Meg delves into this pervasive issue with author Alli Worthington. Alli's extensive national survey on the challenges of motherhood has c…