A Parent's Response Matters (Part 3)

PSR Podcast is a listener supported outreach of Be Broken Ministries. Partner with us through giving at BeBroken.org/donate. Thank you for your support! ---------- In this episode of Family Time, I sit down with Norma Q-Brown, our Family Care Director, to wrap up our three-part series on "A Parent's Response Matters." We explore the final two letters of the RESPOND acronym: N for Nearness over Neglect, where Norma shares how small daily moments build lasting connection with our kids, and D for Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth, reminding us to speak biblical truth with love and gentleness. Norma leaves parents with this encouragement: start where you are, embrace imperfection, and keep pursuing closeness with your children. *Family Time episodes are short, practical conversations to help parents feel more confident and competent in raising kids according to God’s design, even in a sex-saturated culture. Topics Covered in this Episode: Importance of a parent's response in shaping children's development. The acronym RESPOND as a framework for effective parenting. Focus on "N" for Nearness over Neglect: building closeness with children. Signs of neglect and the impact of dismissive behavior on relationships. Strategies for fostering connection through daily interactions and open-ended questions. Emphasis on micro moments as opportunities for meaningful engagement. Focus on "D" for Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth: communicating biblical truths with love. The balance between truth and love in parenting discussions. Encouragement for ongoing conversations about difficult topics. The overall goal of creating a safe environment for children to share and learn. Resources for Next Steps: Honest Talk | The Game Personal Ministry Consultation for Parents Critical Conversations Online Course (FREE) RESPOND VS. REACT REMINDERS R - Respond over React E - Engage over Evade S - Sincerity over Silence P - Patience over Punitive O - Opportunity over Obstacle N - Nearness over Neglect D - Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth Part 1 covers R-E, Part 2 covers S-P-O, and Part 3 (this episode) covers N-D Download a FREE 1-page PDF with the RESPOND infographic For more parenting podcasts, go to Bebroken.org/tp-pods and scroll to Family Bundles. ---------- Please rate and review our podcast: Apple and Spotify Follow us on our Vimeo Channel.