Being There for Your Son

If you’re a parent, then you’re busy. Your schedule is full from morning until night.

Which raises an important question: When life has you running, how do you make the most of your time with your children?

I’ve always tried to take advantage of the opportunities in front of me. When my boys, Trent and Troy, were young, I struck up thoughtful conversations with them every morning as I drove them to school. Our relationship has been built largely by bike rides, four-wheeling excursions, and camping trips.

How to influence your children in everyday life is the subject of a recorded message from the late Steve Farrar on Focus on the Family with Jim Daly.

Steve was an author and the founder and chairman of Men’s Leadership Ministries. He spoke at over 600 men’s conferences across North America. Over the years, Steve’s messages have inspired me to do better with my boys. I believe he’ll help you do the same with yours. With equal parts humor and godly instruction, Steve will inspire you to be the man your family needs and to believe that the greatest gift you can give your children is time with you.

Tune in for a timely message from the late Steve Farrar on your local radio station, online, on Apple Podcasts, or take us with you on our free phone app.

Before I close, I’d like to extend an invitation for you to become a special partner with us through our monthly “Friends of Focus on the Family” program. When you do, I’ll send you a copy of Steve Farrar’s book Point Man: How a Man Can Lead His Family as a way of saying thank you for touching others with the love of Christ. You’ll also receive member-exclusive benefits. To make your pledge, or for more information, click here or call 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459).

And while you’re online, why not take our free parenting assessment? It will quickly give you an overview of how your family is doing in several key areas. It also offers suggestions for improving the relationships in your home.