Ask Questions First

About this episode

Jim Daly discusses the importance of asking sincere questions to children with Dr. Sean McDowell.

What kind of questions are you asking your kids about the world today? Jim Daly chats with Dr. Sean McDowell on the power of asking sincere questions. Afterwards, you'll hear John and Danny explain why questions is a good strategy for clarifying any misunderstandings with your kids.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book A Rebel’s Manifesto for your donation of any amount!   Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   Empowering Teens to Navigate Faith in Modern Culture - I-II     Truth Rising   Contact our Counseling Team   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

People in this episode

Host: Jim Daly

Guest: Dr. Sean McDowell

Topics covered

• parenting
• communication
• questions
• understanding
• teens
• faith

Keywords

• parenting
• questions
• communication
• teens
• faith
• understanding
• misunderstandings

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Organizations: Focus on the Family

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