About this episode

This episode discusses the ongoing role of parents as their children become adults, focusing on the transition from authority to influence and the importance of prayer and connection.

Article referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/parenting-for-life/ Parenting doesn't end when your children become adults—it simply enters a new season. In this episode, we discuss the unique joys and challenges of parenting adult children and what the Bible says about a parent's ongoing role. We'll talk about navigating the shift from authority to influence, how to lovingly speak truth without becoming controlling, why prayer becomes more important than ever, and practical ways to stay connected as your children build lives of their own. Whether your kids are toddlers or in their thirties, this conversation will help you keep the long view of parenting and faithfully invest in your children for a lifetime. Music licensed through Soundstripe.Code: GQPDDPQ3SP0E18LN

People in this episode

Host: Growing Fathers

Topics covered

• parenting adult children
• authority to influence
• prayer in parenting
• staying connected
• long view of parenting

Keywords

• parenting
• adult children
• Bible
• influence
• prayer
• connection
• long-term parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Growing Fathers

Books & works: Parenting for Life

Places: Bible

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