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    Helping Your Children Embrace Their Future

    May 2 2018
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    Helping Your Children Embrace Their Future

    Date: May 2, 2018

    Guests: John Ortberg

    As a parent, you may struggle to let go of your young adult child as you're concerned about their future choices for a career and spouse, and their spiritual well-being. Pastor John Ortberg offers encouragement and advice for helping your teen discover God's direction for their life as they leave home.

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