Podcasts about heartlight ministries

Mark Gregston, Founder of HeartLight Ministries, is back to talk about teens, their parents, and what genuine reconciliation looks like when they listen and respond to their needs. 

This week you'll hear part 1 of Terry's conversation with Mark Gregston, a counselor, author, and mentor. He and his wife, Jan, founded Heartlight Ministries, the country's premier residential counseling center and boarding school for struggling teens. With more than 30 years of experience in this area of ministry, Mark has a wealth of wisdom to share that can transform relationships between parents and their teens, helping them develop authentic connections that will go the distance. In this episode, you'll gain some practical insights about how to relate to your teens better so they will be able to genuinely engage with you. Mark talks about changes parents often need to make to navigate the current culture their kids face. He also explains why teens' relationships with their parents are the most important relationships they have at this stage of their lives. Whether you're a parent or a teenager, this message will help you to better understand the struggles teens commonly have that impact their relationships with mom and dad. There is so much hope for positive change once you get equipped to take steps in the right direction, and you'll begin your journey after you hear this message today! Visit www.manupadventure.com for more resources that will help you be the best man you can be. You can also register for Man Up Adventure Camp 2025 and sign up to receive the Morning Man-Up Survival Tips Email List. You'll receive a daily email filled with tips, motivation, Scripture, and more to kickstart your workday!

What are the biggest challenges facing today's teens? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Mark Gregson, founder of Heartlight, a residential counseling center for troubled teens, as we explore the impact of trauma, loneliness, and societal pressures on our youth. Mark shares his invaluable insights, highlighting both positive trends like decreased teen pregnancy rates and serious concerns such as the rise in suicide rates. We dive deep into the importance of fostering strong, meaningful relationships to help teens navigate these turbulent times. Balancing boundaries and independence is no easy feat for parents, but Mark offers practical wisdom on shifting parenting priorities towards safety and development. Through heartfelt personal reflections, he discusses creating a supportive home environment that acts as a sanctuary from external pressures while preparing children to make wise decisions. Mark's guidance on nurturing different personalities and fostering a loving relationship with your child provides hope as children transition into adulthood.Faith and love take center stage as we discuss the balance between being a parent and a friend. Mark draws inspiration from Christ's example, emphasizing listening and loving over authoritarian control. The conversation highlights the transition from teaching preteens to training teens, allowing them to learn from their experiences. We also touch on Mark's inspiring personal journey, including his upcoming kidney transplant, showcasing his resilience and unwavering dedication to helping both parents and teens thrive. Tune in for a blend of practical advice, heartfelt stories, and hopeful insights on raising teens in today's challenging world.Visit Mark Gregston's website, Parenting Today's Teens, for more resources on raising teenagers in today's world: https://parentingtodaysteens.orghttps://markgregston.comhttps://heartlightministries.org-----------------------------CHAPTERS:00:00  Introduction01:02  What's Different About Today's Teens?04:30  The Root of Hopelessness07:14  Building Strong Relationships with Your Teen12:30  Setting Boundaries and Letting Go15:42  Can You Be Your Teenager's Friend?18:30  Raising Kids of Faith in a Modern World21:00  Conclusion: Hope for Today's Teens------------------------------BEHIND THE MIKE WEBSITE:https://BehindTheMikePodcast.comEmail | Mike@BehindTheMike.netSubscribe to Behind the Mike YouTube:   / behindthemikeconversationsofhope Send us a textSupport the Show.Watch these podcasts on YouTube!Follow Us!YouTube: @behindthemikepodcastInstagram: @behindthemikepodcastTikTok: @behind_the_mike_podcastFacebook: @behindthemikepodcast

In a second episode, Blake Nelson of Heartlight Ministries continues sharing his personal experience on parenting teens, what they truly need, and how to reach their heart. Referenced in today's show: www.parentingtodaysteens.org www.heartlightministries.org

Blake Nelson of Heartlight Ministries hones in on the core of teen parenting struggles of today, and how Heartlight seeks to bring teens into wholeness through relationship. Referenced in today's show: www.parentingtodaysteens.org www.heartlightministries.org

On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his interview with Mark Gregston of Heartlight Ministries, to discuss his devotional, Daily Hope for Families, and the support he offers to families who find themselves in crisis. Learn more about Mark and his deep passion to provide help when all hope seems to have left the building. Hear how Heartlight Ministries and his radio program, Parenting Today's Teens with Mark Gregston, are making a difference. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29

In an ever-changing society that is filled with the busyness of life and all its distractions, we, as parents, need to take a serious inventory of our relationshipsfirst with God, and then with our kids. Are these relationships healthy and thriving? Do you have teens who are rebellious and distant? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton dives into this subject with author and co-founder of Heartlight Ministries, Mark Gregston. They also discuss the terrible results that can occur in the absence of strong relationships. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29

From Heartlight Ministries, Mark Gregston, heard on Parenting Today's Teens on Faith Radio, shared about some of the challenges that teenagers and their parents face and highlighted the devotional book, Daily Hope for Families: A Heartlight Devotional. The Parenting Today's Teens website address is parentingtodaysteens.org. The book website is dailyhopeforfamilies.com.  

From Heartlight Ministries, Mark Gregston, heard on Parenting Today's Teens on Faith Radio, shared about some of the challenges that teenagers and their parents face and highlighted the devotional book, Daily Hope for Families: A Heartlight Devotional. The Parenting Today's Teens website address is parentingtodaysteens.org. The book website is dailyhopeforfamilies.com.  

Are you a parent or a grandparent of teenagers? Mark Gregston, the founder of Heartlight, provides resources and tools to help families of teens grow and mature together. Mark has written a new devotional called Daily Hope For Families. After spending 7 years on the Methodist Church staff in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Mark and his wife Jan moved to Branson, Missouri, and lived at Kanakuk Kamp. During their time in Branson, Mark was the Area Director of Young Life, and started a residential counseling program for struggling teens, only to leave there in 1988 and move to Hallsville, Texas, when he started Heartlight Ministries. During their 32 years in Texas, Heartlight has become one of the country’s finest residential counseling centers for teens and known throughout North America as the “place to be” if your teen is struggling and hope is diminishing. He’s authored 18 books, has written hundreds of articles about parenting teens in a difficult culture and is also the host of the nationally acclaimed radio program, Parenting Today’s Teens, which was honored to receive the 2014 Program of the Year award from the National Religious Broadcasters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're a stepparent to a teenager, you probably know that your relationship with them comes with a unique set of challenges. In this week's interview, Mark Gregston sits down with a young lady who found herself at Heartlight because she and her stepmom struggled with nonstop conflict. But at the end of the day, their relationship is one of the most valued ones in this teen's life. Don't miss this episode! Interested in learning more about Heartlight Ministries? Check out heartlightministries.org

As a parent, what should you do with a teenager who just wants to stay in her room all the time? Or what about when your child really wants to go to a different school than the one you had planned for him? In today's episode, Mark Gregston answers these questions and more submitted by parents just like you. Don't miss these insights! Do YOU have a pressing parenting question you want to ask Mark? Submit it here: bit.ly/3NzKC9K If you have a teen who is spiraling out of control and you need some more help and encouragement, check out Heartlight Ministries' Families in Crisis online course at familycrisisretreat.com/families-in-crisis-course/

Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we started a new weekly theme: "Seasons of Life".  We began with discussing kids.  Conversation including major topics like transgenderism and sexual orientation, and how to talk to your kids about these and other key cultural issues.  We welcomed several guests.  Mark Gregston, Founder of Heartlight Ministries, shared about parenting teens; plus, his new book, "Stitch" about the subject of grief and kids.  Amanda Cleary Eastep, senior editor of Moody Publishers, has written a children's series called, "The Tree Street Kids".  May is National Foster Care Month, and we talked with Malva Waters, Foster Care Director of Lydia Home/Safe Families about their services and needs.  You can hear highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast by clicking the audio button below.       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Heartlight Ministries, Mark Gregston, heard on Parenting Today's Teens on Faith Radio, discussed his book dealing with the subject of grief and loss called, Where's Stitch? When You Feel Like You've Lost Your Best Furry Friend.  The book website is wheresstitchbook.com.  The Parenting Today's Teens website address is parentingtodaysteens.org.

From Heartlight Ministries, Mark Gregston, heard on Parenting Today's Teens on Faith Radio, discussed his book dealing with the subject of grief and loss called, Where's Stitch? When You Feel Like You've Lost Your Best Furry Friend.  The book website is wheresstitchbook.com.  The Parenting Today's Teens website address is parentingtodaysteens.org.

Rick,and Dan talk with the author of Where's Stitch, and Behavioural Expert at Heartlight Ministries. Support the show: https://faithtalk590.com/ministryaudio See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being a teenager is hard, and weird. Your body is doing things it has never done before, you're starting to become more self aware, you're constantly being judged or compared by others, and the list could go on and on. This is why our teenagers are in such desperate need of love and relational parents. On the podcast this week, I had the honor of hosting Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight Ministries. Mark has been working with teens since college and has such a heart for seeing teenagers be seen and loved by others and their parents. Watch and learn from Mark as he teaches us how to be better parents, role models, and friends to our teenagers.

Being a teenager is hard, and weird. Your body is doing things it has never done before, you're starting to become more self aware, you're constantly being judged or compared by others, and the list could go on and on. This is why our teenagers are in such desperate need of love and relational parents. On the podcast this week, I had the honor of hosting Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight Ministries. Mark has been working with teens since college and has such a heart for seeing teenagers be seen and loved by others and their parents. Watch and learn from Mark as he teaches us how to be better parents, role models, and friends to our teenagers.

The Guys Like Us Podcast is joined with Mark Gregston who is an author and founder of Heartlight Ministries and Parenting Today's Teens. In this episode we talk about what parenting and grandparenting today looks like for today's teens. What are some of the challenges that this next generation faces? How do you lead with love to bring out both discipline and grace? Tune in to hear more about engaging with kids and being a beacon of hope for those in your midst.

Parenting is hard. We know that. As parents we love our kids deeply and we long to see them flourish and thrive, but knowing how to help them do that often feels like a complete mystery. And then on top of that there's the pressure we sometimes put on ourselves as leaders in the church to be setting an example in how we raise our kids! Whether you're in the middle of raising teens yourself, preparing to do so in the future, or simply want to be able to come alongside other parents in your church to help and encourage them, you will definitely benefit from this conversation. In this episode, Elizabeth Faulkner sat down with Mark Gregston—cofounder of Heartlight Ministries and Parenting Today's Teens—to talk about what the most important thing to know is about parenting teenagers. For resources mentioned, visit the episode page HERE. MARK GREGSTON Mark Gregston, along with his wife Jan, are cofounders of Heartlight Ministries and Parenting Today's Teens. Mark is the Executive Director of Heartlight, a residential counseling center for teens in crisis located in Hallsville, Texas. Heartlight has become one of the country's finest residential counseling centers for teens and is known throughout North America as the “place to be” if your teen is struggling and hope is diminishing. Mark is also the host of Heartlight Radio's weekend program and heard on hundreds of stations with their daily program, Parenting Today's Teens. He has authored 12 books, written hundreds of articles about parenting teens in a difficult culture and is also the host of the nationally acclaimed read program. From his 45+ years of experience of working with teens and their families, Mark shares his insight and wisdom through podcasts, the Heartlight Stories YouTube channel, seminars, and weekend parenting retreats.

In this episode, Daniel has a conversation with Mark Gregston, founder, and host of the "Parenting Today's Teens" radio program. Mark is also the author of over 20 books, he is the founder of Heartlight Ministries and he spends 200 nights a year speaking and encouraging parents all over North America.

Be a part of a “classic” session In the Studio with Michael Card. We’ll open the archives and study the Psalms when broadcast legend Pastor Donald Cole came to the Mole End Studio. We’ll also place a call to Dr. Lyle Dorsett to hear about his research on military chaplains for his book “Serving God and Country”. To round out the hour, Mark Gregston of Heartlight Ministries stops by to share creative parenting ideas from his experience serving families and teens. An unforgettable time of music and conversation centered on God’s word, In the Studio with Michael Card.

Raising teenagers can be difficult, but not impossible. In this episode, Karis and Michelle talk with Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight Ministries and host of Parenting Today's Teens Radio Show, to learn how grace helps turn the teenage years into some of the best years of your parenting life. You don't have to parent alone. Join Michelle and Karis in the conversation.

Everyone Has an Innate Need to Belong This is especially true in the teen years when kids tend to want to belong and fit it somewhere. It’s a healthy part of their development, this drive to figure out who they are, and who they are not, and where their place is in this world. If you stop and think about it, many of the stories we love are about characters figuring out where they belong. Here are some quick examples: Luke Skywalker belongs with the Jedis. Harry Potter belongs in Gryffindor. Bella Swan belongs with the vampires. Percy Jackson belongs with the demigods. Teens Who Belong – and Those Who Don’t While I don’t want to use scare tactics to emphasize the importance of creating a place for teens to belong – whether in your family or your classroom - there are some startling outcomes when teens don’t feel like they belong in those places. Consider the words of Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight Ministries:             “Belonging can’t be bought, it can’t be forced, but it can be taught, nurtured and modeled.  Why should a parent nurture their teen’s sense of belonging in their own family? . . . if your child isn’t feeling a sense of belonging at home, they will seek it somewhere else, regardless of the cost.”  And while this may spike a bit of fear in me, I know that the positive outcomes of belonging and connection are just as significant. Take in this quote, from Middle Earth of Somerset County, NJ:             “Children with a strong sense of belonging within their family see themselves as valuable and have self-respect and carry themselves with dignity and integrity.” It was with these ideas in mind that I reflected on what it looks like for a teen to belong, and the different ways I can be intentional and deliberate about creating a “home base” for them. This is what I came up with. 5 Ways to Help Teens Feel Like They Belong Show up for each other Attend events, performances, competitions Invest time in knowing about their extracurricular interests, the things they love that hold importance to them Demonstrate loyalty – have each other’s back Stand up for each other Assume the best in any given circumstance Remind each other of who we are Don’t allow anyone to say anything derogatory about them – including  themselves If they do speak harshly about themselves, prompt teens say 10 positive things/things they like about themselves         Respect each other Speak highly of your teens to others Actively listen Allow for changes – sometimes the hardest thing about belonging is feeling free to change and grow Keep traditions “Inside joke” kinds of things Adopt a name/identity – for my family, we use “Kelly Kids” Use small, daily moments to reinforce your teens’ value and place in your family or classroom – example: during school drop-off, I speak a blessing over my teens Hold clear values and beliefs Ensure that everyone knows what the values are and what the outcome is for violating them Talk about them ALL THE TIME – example: “Kelly’s love each other,” and “Kelly’s tell the truth, even when it’s hard.” Explain why those values are important to you – example: when we encourage our teens to “Love each other, ”  we explain that “your sibs are all you’ll have once we’re gone – the ones who will have a connection with you forever and ever” We Belong Together This isn’t a list to inspire fear or feelings of failure. It’s an invitation to reflect on what kind of place of belonging you’re creating for the teens in your life. I trust that you know that just because you don’t check all the boxes doesn’t mean your teen is going to rebel, become promiscuous, start doing drugs, or join a gang! Have grace with yourself, and make sure you’re not beating up on yourself. Use these suggestions to take baby steps, and choose one to focus on over the next week or month. Parenting isn’t about using a firehose to fill the 2-liter bottles that represent our teens. It’s about filling that bottle drip by drip by drip. Small, day by day actions, done with great love. That’s what we’re aiming for. And if you, like your teens, are looking to belong somewhere, I’d love to be your place! Check out the resources below to hang with me on social media and other podcasts.

The host of radio's PARENTING TODAY'S TEENS and the Founder of Heartlight MInistries, Mark Gregston, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life of helping parents and teens who are struggling in life.

Virtual relationships, excessive screen time, information overload, extended adolescence, these are just a few of the problems plaguing today's teenagers. How do we help them navigate the cultural waters they're swimming in? Today on the BreakPoint Podcast, Warren Cole Smith interviews Mark Gregston, founder and executive director of Heartlight Ministries, a residential counseling facility for adolescents in crisis based in the piney-woods region of east Texas. Gregston shares his thoughts on leading teens from information (which they have plenty of) to wisdom; on helping parents go from teaching to training, from providing answers to helping their teens ask the right questions. And as we approach our fiscal year end, we would so appreciate you considering a donation to BreakPoint and the Colson Center to help us end this year strong. Thanks for your support!   Resources Parenting Today's Teens with Mark Gregston Website and Radio Program Help BreakPoint and the Colson Center end the fiscal year strong. Thanks for your donation

A Christian apologetics group will be able to display pro-life and other messages freely at a state university. Alliance Defending Freedom made the difference. Attorney Jim Campbell has details. Mark Gregston of Heartlight Ministries looks at morality and beliefs of Generation Z. Later, Gil Mertz offers ways to find forgiveness from his book 'Forgive Your Way to Freedom'.

Highland was host to nationally known speaker, Mark Gregston, from Heartlight Ministries in Hallsville, Texas. Mark spoke to our parents and grandparents during Sunday School from 10:00am to 11:00am. This is the audio from that class. Mark gives practical advice on raising teens in the current culture they are growing up in.

Highland was host to nationally known speaker, Mark Gregston, from Heartlight Ministries in Hallsville, Texas. Mark spoke to our parents and grandparents at an afternoon conference from 3:00-6:00. This session was all about the difference in today's teen culture. Mark talks about todays teens being over exposed, lacking real connections, gender confusion, and other topics that help parents know the culture our teens are living in.

Highland was host to nationally known speaker, Mark Gregston, from Heartlight Ministries in Hallsville, Texas. Mark spoke to our parents and grandparents at an afternoon conference from 3:00-6:00. This session was on the topic why traditional parenting no longer works. Mark talks about parents who focus on perfection, authority, and judgement and how this is impacting our teens.

Highland was host to nationally known speaker, Mark Gregston, from Heartlight Ministries in Hallsville, Texas. Mark spoke to our parents and grandparents at an afternoon conference from 3:00-6:00. In this session Mark explains a new model for parenting teens. Topics from this session include relating, asking questions, trusting, and fostering independence.

My guest on this episode of the Spiritual Warriors Unite podcast is Mark Gregston.  Mark is an author, speaker, national radio host and the founder of Heartlight Ministries.  He is immensely passionate about helping kids and parents through the turbulent teenage years.  His latest book is titled, "Raising Teens in a Contrary Culture."  This podcast is in partnership with Faith & Fitness Magazine.  

Mark Gregston is the founder of Heartlight Ministries and the host of the Parenting Today's Teens radio program. Join us today as he shares the key to our Christian witness.

As we mature in both wisdom and tenure, our role as grandparents requires us to properly shift gears accordingly as well. Shifting from the role of a parent to the role of a grandparent may not be as simple as it appears. After all, now two generations are looking to us for answers and the hope they will need to flourish in life. Our guest, Mark Gregston is the founder and executive director of Heartlight Ministries, a residential counseling facility for teens in crisis. Mark is the author of several books including Leaving a Legacy of Hope: Offering Your Grandchildren What No One Else Can. He is also a popular radio host and speaker, and he leads parenting seminars all across the country. Mark and his wife, Jan, have served families and counseled youth for more than 40 years. They have two grown children and four grandchildren. Why it is Important to Learn About the Role of a Grandparent Having good grandparents can be the best thing to ever happen to a family, but not every family is blessed with a good mix of parents and grandparents. Grandparents can even be viewed as a nemeses by some parents. That's why I've asked our guest, Mark Gregston, to talk with us today; he's written an entire book on grandparenting! I think he and I both have the same number of grandkids, but his are older than mine. I'm still getting this whole grandparenting thing sorted out. You know, folks say: “Just remember how your grandparents did it.” Well, my grandparents on my mom's side were the polar opposite to my dad's side, so even the middle was too far from each end of the grandparenting continuum for me to know what a good grandparent should actually look like. My parents and my wife Beth's parents were polar opposites as grandparents too. This is why I'm looking to Mark for some answers. Now, my dad didn't comment on grandparenting per se, but he did comment on grandkids. He said that grandkids were God's reward for not killing your own! Of course, he was talking about me because he didn't live long enough to see grandkids from any of my siblings. I think he would have been a good grandfather. Though he never really mellowed with age, he had a great sense of humor that was infectious to everyone around him—including his grandkids. I think humor is one important part of being a grandparent, but this is just one small detail. Today, Mark Gregston and I take an in-depth look at the role of the grandparent as we cover the following topics: Why grandparents should not be parents. How to be intentional in your role as a grandparent. You may be the only person speaking wisdom into in your grandchildren's lives. Why grandparents should not be the disciplinarian. How can busy grandparents give intentional time. Why your time is your most valuable resource. How to set boundaries with grandparents. Picture provided by: emailme3  

As we mature in both wisdom and tenure, our role as grandparents requires us to properly shift gears accordingly as well. Shifting from the role of a parent to the role of a grandparent may not be as simple as it appears. After all, now two generations are looking to us for answers and the hope they will need to flourish in life. Our guest, Mark Gregston is the founder and executive director of Heartlight Ministries, a residential counseling facility for teens in crisis. Mark is the author of several books including Leaving a Legacy of Hope: Offering Your Grandchildren What No One Else Can. He is also a popular radio host and speaker, and he leads parenting seminars all across the country. Mark and his wife, Jan, have served families and counseled youth for more than 40 years. They have two grown children and four grandchildren. Why it is Important to Learn About the Role of a Grandparent Having good grandparents can be the best thing to ever happen to a family, but not every family is blessed with a good mix of parents and grandparents. Grandparents can even be viewed as a nemeses by some parents. That's why I've asked our guest, Mark Gregston, to talk with us today; he's written an entire book on grandparenting! I think he and I both have the same number of grandkids, but his are older than mine. I'm still getting this whole grandparenting thing sorted out. You know, folks say: “Just remember how your grandparents did it.” Well, my grandparents on my mom's side were the polar opposite to my dad's side, so even the middle was too far from each end of the grandparenting continuum for me to know what a good grandparent should actually look like. My parents and my wife Beth's parents were polar opposites as grandparents too. This is why I'm looking to Mark for some answers. Now, my dad didn't comment on grandparenting per se, but he did comment on grandkids. He said that grandkids were God's reward for not killing your own! Of course, he was talking about me because he didn't live long enough to see grandkids from any of my siblings. I think he would have been a good grandfather. Though he never really mellowed with age, he had a great sense of humor that was infectious to everyone around him—including his grandkids. I think humor is one important part of being a grandparent, but this is just one small detail. Today, Mark Gregston and I take an in-depth look at the role of the grandparent as we cover the following topics: Why grandparents should not be parents. How to be intentional in your role as a grandparent. You may be the only person speaking wisdom into in your grandchildren's lives. Why grandparents should not be the disciplinarian. How can busy grandparents give intentional time. Why your time is your most valuable resource. How to set boundaries with grandparents. Picture provided by: emailme3