Parenting in today’s culture can feel overwhelming, with countless voices in secular media competing for your child’s heart and mind. Dr. Zach Clinton is joined by actor, director, and producer Scotty Curlee to discuss how parents can turn everyday moments, like watching a movie together, into opportunities for discipleship. Scotty reminds parents that while you can’t raise kids in a bubble, you can set boundaries and equip them with the armor of God so they grow into men and women of faith with courage and conviction.
Lift Up The Word, Light Up The World: National Day of Prayer
Original Air Date: 5/1/2024
Topics: Faith
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Prayer can change everything. We are excited and honored to be in Washington DC today and tomorrow for the National Day of Prayer- this Thursday, May 2nd - join in with millions who will stand united in prayer today under the theme of - ‘Lift up the Word, Light up the World’ - based on 2 Samuel 22:29-31. God is stirring the hearts of people all over this land for such a time as this. #nationaldayofprayer Listen to NDP Trask Force President Kathy Branzell explain the need to Dr. Clinton on this special program.
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