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133. Back to School #3: What to do When Your Child Asks for New Tech

Sep 6, 2022 | Gospel Tech Podcast

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It’s going to happen: Your child is going to come home from school completely enthralled with some new tech. One of their classmates, or someone on their team, will have something new and shiny, and they’re going to bring you a pitch for one:
a smartphone, video game, or the latest social media platform.

Whatever it is, you’ve got to have an answer. In today’s episode we’ll walk you through exactly how to do that, and how to use these tech conversations as a win for both you and your child.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3ALAPZk

Article by Nathan Sutherland

Nathan is the co-founder of Gospel Tech and a former teacher. He's married to his best friend, Anna, and is dad to three kiddos. His passion is seeing families set free—and is committed to proclaiming the good news of Jesus.

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