Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children
What One Survivor Wants Every Christian Parent to Know About Trauma, Forgiveness, and Healing in Jesusâ Name Welcome to this powerful episode of Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children with host Laine Lawson Craft. In todayâs conversation, we walk courageously alongside guest author Mary Demuth as she revisits her harrowing journey from childhood sexual abuse to breathtaking healing and unshakeable faith. With compassion and openness, Mary shares the keys every Christian parent needs to break cycles of pain, find hope, and guide...
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Welcome listeners to this heartfelt episode, âWhen Healing Hurts: A Momâs Journey Through Boundaries, Backlash, and Breakthrough,â on Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children. Host Laine Lawson Craft is joined by guest Tammy Kennington for an authentic and faith-filled look at healing after family crisis, setting boundaries, facing setbacks, and discovering hope during the messy âin-between.â If youâre struggling with a prodigal child or are in a fragile season of healing, this episode offers community, powerful strategies,...
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Welcome to âWarfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult childrenâ Hosted by Laine Lawson Craft with Special Guest Tammy Kennington đ Resources & Links Mentioned â Connect, read Tammyâs writing, and request prayer â Free resources, âWarfare Parentingâ book, and the 10-Day Parentâs Battle Plan đ¤ Guest Bio: Tammy Kennington Tammy Kennington is a dedicated mental health and life coach, author, and advocate for families walking through trauma and crisis. Drawing from both her professional expertise...
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đ§ Welcome, listeners! In this insightful episode of "Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children," host Laine Lawson Craft sits down with Leslie Nunnery to tackle the pressing issues of technology, social media, and how parents can set healthy boundaries in a digital world. đ Resources and Links Mentioned Pick up âFaith That Sticks: Five Real-Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen Todayâ by Leslie Nunnery & Tricia Goyer wherever books are sold. Visit Laineâs website: for free resources and the first 10 days of her...
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Struggling with your teen or adult child? Join us on "Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children" where host Lane Lawson Craft and guest Dane Kamala share how faith and honest prayer can bring hope, healing, and renewed strengthâeven in the darkest moments. đ Resources & Links Mentioned Dayne Kamelaâs Social Media: Dayneâs Book: Hostâs Book & Resources: About Dayne Kamela Dayne Kamela is a faith-based author, speaker, and mental health advocate whose personal journey through...
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Join live Bible studies, prayer sessions, and encouragement at Find additional support, encouragement, and community for faith-driven parenting at About Dayne Kamela Dayne Kamela is a faith-based speaker, author, and founder of the popular platform âLit With Prayer.â After experiencing a powerful deliverance from bipolar disorder through faith, Dayne has dedicated his life to encouraging others and sharing hope with parents and families facing spiritual and mental health crises. Through candid storytelling and actionable faith strategies, Dayne inspires audiences...
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Welcome listeners to this powerful episode of Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven Strategies for Struggling Parents of Teens and Adult Children, hosted by Laine Lawson Craft and featuring special guest Dayne Kamela. Todayâs conversation dives deep into how unwavering faith, persistent prayer, and gentle parenting transformed Daneâs journey through mental illness, ultimately bringing hope and restoration for his entire family. Resources & Links Mentioned â Resources on prayer and faith-based encouragement (find on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok). ...
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Welcome to this week's episode of Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children. In this empowering episode, host Laine Lawson Craft is joined by Christian coach and ministry leader Kathy Cunningham to tackle the silent struggle of mom guilt. Whether youâre a working mom or stay-at-home, Kathy helps define mom guilt, reveals how social media and unrealistic expectations contribute, and shares practical faith-based strategies to reclaim peace and confidence in your parenting. Resources & Links Mentioned Laine...
info_outlineđ§ Welcome, listeners! In this insightful episode of "Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children," host Laine Lawson Craft sits down with Leslie Nunnery to tackle the pressing issues of technology, social media, and how parents can set healthy boundaries in a digital world.
đ Resources and Links Mentioned
- Pick up âFaith That Sticks: Five Real-Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen Todayâ by Leslie Nunnery & Tricia Goyer wherever books are sold.
- Visit Laineâs website: lanelawsoncraft.com for free resources and the first 10 days of her new book, Warfare Parenting, at no cost.
Leslie Nunnery
Leslie Nunnery is a passionate advocate for intentional, biblically grounded parenting. As co-founder of Teach Them Diligently and co-author of âFaith That Sticks: Five Real-Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen Today,â Leslie has inspired countless families to embrace discipleship at home. A mother of four and now a proud grandmother, Leslieâs real-life experience, combined with deep scriptural insight, enables her to encourage parents to grow strong, faith-filled relationships with their children. Whether addressing everyday struggles or big technology challenges, Leslie equips parents to foster faith that lasts a lifetime and helps families build resilience, hope, and strong connections in todayâs constantly evolving world.
đ Key Talking Points
- Understanding the rapid brain development and emotional changes in preteens and teens (and how it impacts tech use)
- The overwhelming influx of digital content and the importance of parental engagementânot avoidance
- Practical boundaries for social media, phone/computer usage, and modeling intentional habits
- Helping kids develop self-regulation and providing âways of escapeâ from harmful situations online
- Starting digital safety conversations earlyâeven âas soon as theyâre out of your sightâ
- Using positive family time to offset digital distractions
- The power of explainable rulesâhelping kids understand the âwhyâ behind tech boundaries
- Modeling healthy technology habits as parents (phones off during meals, being present, etc.)
- Building strong relationships through conversation, service, and shared activitiesâoffline!
- Embracing mistakes, apologizing, and starting fresh in your parenting journey
âąď¸ Detailed Time Stamps
00:00 - Intro: Transformations in preteens & parental influence 02:14 - Meet Leslie Nunnery and her parenting journey 04:39 - What parents need to know about preteen brain development 06:18 - The impact of digital content & social media on todayâs kids 09:39 - Strategies for setting healthy, effective digital boundaries 13:11 - When and how to start preparing kids for the digital world 15:13 - Practical steps for managing anger & big emotions in preteens 18:05 - The five pillars of faith that sticks: Prayer, Bible, Conversation, Service, Relationships 20:49 - Making scripture relevant & actionable for preteens 22:55 - The difference between hearing and truly listening 25:12 - Modeling intentional tech habits as a family 28:43 - Serving together: Family activities away from screens 30:37 - Navigating concerning friendships and building discernment 32:19 - Encouragement for parents who feel theyâve missed the mark 34:17 - Final encouragements and closing insights 36:06 - Resources and how to connect further
đ Conclusion
Leslie Nunnery reminds us that technology doesnât have to rule our homes; with faith, relationship, and intentional boundaries, parents can guide their children to navigate the digital age with wisdom. Show up authentically, model the behaviors you wish to see, and rememberâevery fresh start counts.
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