Parenting Essentials
About this course
Let’s talk about the essentials of parenting. In this 7-week course, you’ll hear real stories from parents just like you who have experienced both the highs and lows of raising kids (some of them are still in the midst of raising kids). These parents share their honest and heartfelt experiences, discussing their triumphs, their struggles, and the valuable lessons they’ve learned along the way. Through it all, they have found strength and guidance in God’s truth, helping them navigate the complex and rewarding journey of parenting. Join us as we explore what God says about our role as a parent and uncover practical insights to support you in your own parenting experience.
Things you’ll learn
- Why parenting matters to God
- Why addressing our own childhoods is important
- Tips for having hard conversations with your kids
- Extending grace to you and your child
- How do we respond when things turn out differently
What to expect
📖 7 Lessons
▶️ 3 Hours of video
🗣 Discussion questions
🖨️ Printable tools
📚 Additional resources
Lessons
Introduction
How do we, as parents, figure out where to start when raising kids? The truth is there are so many resources, websites, forums, books and people who talk about how to parent that it can become overwhelming and sometimes make us feel defeated before we even begin. Join Jordan and Kelli Ayotte during this 7-week course, called Parenting Essentials, as they have real conversations with real parents about the wins and lessons learned in parenting. Jordan and Kelli have several years of children’s ministry experience and are raising two kids of their own! We hope that these courses will provide a foundational starting point in your parenting journey and provide clarity about what God says as it relates to parenting. We can’t wait to go on this journey with you!
Parenting as a Team
What does God say about ‘teamwork’? Join Brad and Tami Miller as we explore strategies for navigating disagreements, diverse childhood experiences, and differing world perspectives while raising children together.
Discipleship
What does God say about discipleship? Join Adam and Shanalea Atchison as we uncover the significance of discipleship in the home, its practical implementation, and its profound impact on family life.
Understanding Your Child
How should God’s wiring of us as his creation matter for me as a parent? Join Marc and Reba Machado as we delve into God's design for human development and gain insights into guiding your children through each stage of growth.
Communicating With Your Child
What does God say about communication? Join Matt and Lori Albee as we discover God's wisdom on communication and learning practical techniques for fostering authentic, timely, and effective communication with your children.
Building Character
How does knowing God’s attributes help me to understand the process and practice of teaching and building character in my children? Join Tim and Brittany Walker as they discuss the ways to build character and how to notice when your child’s responses are behavior or character-based.
When Things Turn Out Differently
What does God say about maintaining hope, relationship and grace when I’ve done all the right things and my children choose something different? Join Erik and Nancy Salley as they share their own story of choosing to pursue hope in the midst of unexpected outcomes.