Shepherding a Child's Heart (Part 1) | Ep. 105

Our Father's Heart

How do we effectively apply true biblical principles in order to shepherd our child's heart? Today, we're joined by my wife and daughter as we share our personal experiences of raising our children and applying these values in our own lives. We discuss two important resources, Shepherding a Child's Heart by Ted Tripp and Boundaries with Kids by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend, and how they have influenced and shaped our approach to parenting.
We delve into the power of intrinsic motivation and its role in shaping our children's behavior in contrast to using external rewards and the potential to create a 'performance trap' with our children.
Furthermore, Social media can be a minefield for both parents and children. We shed light on the growing concern around the impact of social media on youth mental health, as highlighted by the US Surgeon General's Advisory. As social media continues to be an influential part of our lives, it's essential to be aware of the potential dangers it poses, such as groupthink, and its implications on children exploring their gender identity through online apps and platforms.
We stress the importance of understanding the root causes of children's behaviors to prevent them from making the same mistakes. So, join us in this candid conversation as we aim to encourage and equip you with the knowledge and tools to shepherd your children's hearts and foster strong relationships built on trust, love, and faith in the Word of God.

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Chapters

1. Shepherding a Child's Heart (Part 1) | Ep. 105 (00:00:00)

2. Intro to Shepherding a Child's Heart podcast (00:00:25)

3. Intrinsic vs External Motivation (00:16:16)

4. Surgeon General's Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health (00:20:46)

5. Testimony concerning Social Media and its Negative Effects (00:24:28)

6. Social Media Dangers: Peer Pressure and Group Think (00:36:13)