Selfless Kids in a Self-Centered World: Dave Stone on Raising Kids Who Care

Life isn't all about us. But have you tried teaching that to your kids?!

Pastor, author, and super dad Dave Stone will help you raise kids who are humble, generous, and others-focused. He's raised three kids and can walk alongside us, guiding us through stages of parenting, from discipline to friendship. He encourages parents in the hard seasons and reminds us that our family investment is never wasted.

You won't want to miss the personal stories (you might need a tissue) and the sage wisdom of this pastor to pastors. Dave is the host of the Pastor to Pastor podcast and author of How to Raise Selfless Kids in a Self-Centered World. Whether you are in formal ministry or not, Dave is a role model worth following. He believes the most practical way to spread the gospel is through moms and dads who model a genuine faith for their children. On today's episode, we'll talk about:

02:21 Why humility is such an attractive quality

05:18 The "two questions" practice: how Dave trained his kids to ask guests questions before every meal

06:27 The Bible study story: Dave leaves mid-lesson to apologize to his son Sam

11:26 Advice for pastors' families on navigating the fishbowl and helping kids find joy in ministry

15:46 Sam pledges his entire allowance to a church building campaign

19:18 God sends Sam a check for exactly $200 — the story of a 10-year-old learning you can't out-give God

20:47 Dave speaks directly to parents in the hard seasons: each stage has its fulfillment, and it is worth it

29:51 The blindfold reveal: how Sam surprised his parents by buying a house six doors down

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