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Accepting Your Imperfect Teen

Student Story: Lucas

You set out to raise the “perfect” children and even planned their “perfect” future. But what happens when your teen doesn’t turn out the way you expected? This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston explains why demanding perfection is never the answer. Learn biblical wisdom and grace to help reset expectations and give your teen more room to grow.

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Author: Mark Gregston

Mark Gregston began working with teens more than 40 years ago as a youth minister and Young Life director. He has authored nearly two dozen books, has written hundreds of articles, and is host of the nationally-acclaimed Parenting Today’s Teens podcast and radio broadcast.