51 min
Episode 248: Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in the Secular Age: Melissa Kruger Candid Conversations with Jonathan Youssef
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- Christianity
You’re sitting across from your teenager at the kitchen table. Now that you finally have their undivided attention, you want to talk about an important issue they are facing. Unfortunately, things get tense quickly. Their eyes roll, you get frustrated, and soon they are looking for an escape from this conversation. You sit dumbfounded thinking, “How do I raise my teen to love Christ in a world that is doing everything possible to pull them away?"
In this episode of Candid Conversations, host JMY welcomes back Melissa Kruger, Vice President of Discipleship Programming at the Gospel Coalition. Melissa is also an accomplished author, having written multiple books, including “Growing Together,” “Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood,” and the popular children’s book “Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know.”
During this conversation, JMY and Melissa discuss her latest book, “Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in the Secular Age.” The book provides practical guidance and biblical insights for parents navigating the challenges of raising teenagers in today’s culture. Melissa shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind writing this important resource.
Listen to this Candid Conversation as Melissa Kruger sheds light on parenting teens with hope, faith, and wisdom. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or youth leader, this episode offers valuable insights for nurturing the next generation.
You’re sitting across from your teenager at the kitchen table. Now that you finally have their undivided attention, you want to talk about an important issue they are facing. Unfortunately, things get tense quickly. Their eyes roll, you get frustrated, and soon they are looking for an escape from this conversation. You sit dumbfounded thinking, “How do I raise my teen to love Christ in a world that is doing everything possible to pull them away?"
In this episode of Candid Conversations, host JMY welcomes back Melissa Kruger, Vice President of Discipleship Programming at the Gospel Coalition. Melissa is also an accomplished author, having written multiple books, including “Growing Together,” “Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood,” and the popular children’s book “Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know.”
During this conversation, JMY and Melissa discuss her latest book, “Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in the Secular Age.” The book provides practical guidance and biblical insights for parents navigating the challenges of raising teenagers in today’s culture. Melissa shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind writing this important resource.
Listen to this Candid Conversation as Melissa Kruger sheds light on parenting teens with hope, faith, and wisdom. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or youth leader, this episode offers valuable insights for nurturing the next generation.
51 min