Quiet Time with Dr. Ron Sauer, a podcast by Moody Global Media

May 26, 2026

The Parenting Lessons I Learned Too Late

Parenting can be one of life’s greatest blessings and deepest challenges. In this episode of Quiet Time, Dr. Ron Sauer and Sullivan Williams talk honestly about the joys and struggles of raising children. From dealing with rebellion, balancing love and discipline, and learning to trust God through uncertainty, parenting is an important spiritual responsibility. Dr. Sauer shares practical wisdom on how to guide your children and protect them from unhealthy influences.

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Dr. Ron Sauer

Dr. Sauer is a retired professor and pastor with a wealth of experience in Christian discipline and discipleship. He holds a ThM in New Testament Greek from Dallas Theological Seminary and completed his PhD in New Testament with an emphasis in Koine Greek at the University of Manchester. Dr. Sauer has been married to his wife and ministry partner, Sweet Sue, for 54 years. During his 35 years as a professor at Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Sauer and Sweet Sue discipled hundreds of students and provided premarital counseling for many couples. While at Moody, Dr. Sauer also served as an interim pastor for 19 churches in the Chicago area and recently retired as the pastor of Brynford Bible Church. 

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Sullivan Williams

Sullivan graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 2015 with a degree in Communication and Media Studies. Since then, he has worked as a videographer, musician, and podcast host with a passion for telling stories of faith through digital media. He currently serves as Digital Content Manager for Moody Global Media.

Quiet Time with Dr. Ron Sauer

Join discipleship expert Dr. Ron Sauer and co-host Sullivan Williams for a weekly deep-dive conversation on the essentials of Christian living. With over 40 years of practical ministry experience as a Bible college professor, local pastor, and Marine Corps combat veteran, Dr. Sauer provides a timeless perspective on what it means to love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength.