Ep. 1 Parenting Different Personalities

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What does it really look like to raise teenagers who love God and live out their faith?In this very first episode of Parents Still Matter, Joshua and Liana Knudsen introduce the heart behind the podcast: equipping parents to become the primary disciples of their teens. After 17 years of youth ministry, they’ve seen firsthand that while churches, schools, and youth pastors can help, God’s design is for parents to play the leading role in shaping their children's faith.To kick off the podcast, Joshua sits down with his own parents, Steve and Lesia Knudsen, who share decades of experience raising children, fostering teens, mentoring young people, and helping families navigate the challenges of parenting.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why discipling your teen is primarily a parent's responsibility• The importance of creating a strong family identity and culture• How family discipleship shaped Joshua's faith journey• Why many parents feel alone—and why asking for help is one of the most important things you can do• Practical wisdom for parenting children with different personalities and needs• Biblical insights on training and discipling the next generationWhether you're raising toddlers, teenagers, or somewhere in between, this conversation will encourage you, challenge you, and remind you that you don't have to figure it all out alone.Parents still matter. More than ever.🎙️ Subscribe for future episodes featuring experienced parents, ministry leaders, and practical conversations designed to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and grow their faith at home.#ChristianParenting #ParentsStillMatter #Discipleship #RaisingTeens #FaithAtHome #ChristianFamily #ParentingPodcast #Teenagers #ChristianParents #FamilyDiscipleship

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