Talking to Kids About Hard Things: Honest Conversations When Life Gets Complicated

Talking to Kids About Hard Things is a practical, theologically grounded guide for Christian parents who want to navigate difficult, confusing, or emotionally heavy conversations with their children.  

From cultural pressures and political discussions to questions about identity and struggles with doubt, kids are exposed to the realities of our world from an early age. That’s why honest, courageous conversations are not optional for today’s parents—they are essential opportunities for the spiritual formation of both children andparents. Rebekah Hannah and Michael Keller offer parents a path for talking to their kids that is neither fearful nor passive but rooted in empathy, curiosity, and the steady love of Jesus.   

The authors invite parents to replace fear, avoidance, and control with faithful presence, truth-telling, and hope rooted in Christ. Parents will learn how to create homes where questions are welcomed, grace is abundant, and faith is lived out authentically, helping children develop a deep and enduring relationship with God.   

• Offers a gospel-centered approach to parenting, emphasizing grace, truth, and humility over performance and perfection.  
• Provides actionable methods, such as asking thoughtful questions, listening well, using stories, and taking advantage of everyday moments to engage children in discussions about challenging topics.  
• Highlights how parenting is not just about shaping children but also about God’s work in transforming parents through their journey.  
• Foreword by Kathy Keller 

Rebekah Hannah is a leader, business owner, and counselor with over two decades of ministry experience. She currently serves on staff at Redeemer Lincoln Square in New York City. She is also the President and CEO of Anchored Virtual, a virtual counseling resource, and recently launched Rode Leadership, a Christian leadership organization. Rebekah is the author of The Secret to Confidence and Zara and the Mean Girl. She and her husband, Andrew, have three daughters and reside in New York City.