Discipleship Parenting

Sometimes, as Christian parents, we become so focused on teaching our children the right things that we miss one of the most powerful paths of discipleship: inviting them into the joy we have in Jesus. When our children see our love for God and our satisfaction in Him, they can't help but be drawn in. Joy in Jesus is contagious.

If God is real and the Bible is His Word, then that changes everything. We quickly understand that it doesn't matter what one person thinks or another. It doesn't matter what the world is celebrating or not. In this podcast episode, we dive into the Bible to learn what God says about homosexuality (and all sin) and see God's plan of salvation come through Jesus. Episode 156: God, the Bible, and Ho...

How do we raise godly young ladies in our culture? Is the biblical worldview big enough to handle the tough questions our kids are asking? Are there things we can do as parents that will help our kids stay grounded in the Truth into adulthood? Join us for this special podcast interview with Sarah Stonestreet of the Colson Center as we discuss these questions together.  Links mentioned in podcast:...

As parents, there are so many areas of our kids' lives that we fight to control, when in reality, we have no power to do so. The good news is God gives us areas in our own lives to focus on instead. It's a powerful mindset shift that helps us focus on the things that actually work and stop wasting energy on the things that don't.

The world is happy to tell you what womanhood should look like. It's happy to tell you what you deserve and what you have the right to do. But being rooted in God's Word, abiding in his love, and trusting in him, we discover a joyful life that flourishes.

Submission and obedience aren't words most men are drawn to. But in this episode for men, we examine how Jesus' perfect obedience to the Father reveals a different way and what that means for us as husbands and fathers.

Who is Jesus? There is no topic more important to our lives than this one. Some are happy to say He was a good teacher. Others will note His loving and compassionate heart for the down and out. Still other people will applaud His willingness to speak the truth against the ruling authority. Yet His own claims don't leave room for casual appreciation. Jesus is the Son of God, our Savior. Episode 176...

Many things in life turn out to be much harder than we imagine - a strong marriage, raising kids, following Jesus. Yet all the best things are worth the struggle. Sometimes we get to see the blessings on the other side of the mess, and when that happens, it can serve to spur us on even more. If you feel stuck in a hard season in your home right now, this episode is an encouragement from us to keep...

Sin never offers what it promises. It starts so small and manageable, but soon we find ourselves a slave to it. Don't open the door to it in your marriage or family. Jesus has set us free to live a true life with Him.

We are being robbed. Jesus says that He has come that we may have life, and have it to the full. Yet our sinful nature tempts us to walk apart from God and His ways. As a result, we take a path that promises everything but delivers only destruction. Jesus is our Good Shepherd, and it is time to trust His leading in our lives.

The world tells us that we can be king of our own lives doing whatever is right in our own eyes. The Bible makes it clear that this is actually a life serving sin, which leads to death. We need King Jesus. It is in following Him that we find real freedom and life.

"After that whole generation had been gathered to their ancestors, another generation grew up who knew neither the Lord nor what he had done for Israel" (Judges 2:10). Are we watching the rise of a Judges generation? If so, what are we, as Christians, to do?

Are you ready for a life of freedom? It is one that offers us freedom from sin, death, and hell in exchange for a loving relationship with God as His adopted children. It is freedom to live by the truth, saying goodbye to the pressures of the world and hello to the adventure God created you for. It is a life of forgiveness and fearlessness. It is the true life available to you through Jesus.

The world is ripe for conspiracy theories as distrust for authority builds and people turn away from God. So, it is important that we know how to handle them and look to what the Bible teaches us. As Jesus warns, there will be many deceptions in the end times, so we need to be discerning and stay focused doing the work of God.

Are you feeling discouraged and isolated as you try to live out your Christian faith and raise your kids to follow Jesus? Have hardships and persecution worn you down? We have good news to remind you. As a Christian, you never lose. In fact, Jesus calls you blessed.

There seems to be a growing normalization of things like New Age spirituality, charms and crystals, Tarot card readings, psychics, neo-paganism, and witchcraft. As more young people identify as "nones," it invites the opportunity for them to seek after such things. Yet the Bible is clear that we should have nothing to do with these fruitless deeds of darkness but rather expose them. We are to be l...

A new survey reveals that even Christians do not have a solid understanding of what the Bible teaches. This truth decay cascades down to our society and the result is a nation that does whatever is right in its own eyes. As Christian parents, we need to read the entire Bible. It impacts our entire lives and how we disciple our children.

Today, we want to talk about Charlie Kirk. He was a Christian brother and God used his life to impact history and millions of people around the world. We want to focus on his Christian faith and share some reflections we've had since his tragic murder.

There is a reason the battle for the next generation is fierce. There is so much at stake. The enemy knows the danger that an emboldened young generation poses to his dominion of darkness. We are not raising the next generation so that they can waste their lives searching for fleeting pleasures in this world! No, God has called them out of darkness to declare His praises.

While the deceptive allure of the pleasures of this life often clouds our view, we must remember that this life we walk is no stroll through the park; it's a spiritual battlefield. But take heart. God has equipped us to stand fearlessly!

Reading the Bible is not a mere academic pursuit. It's not about memorizing facts. It's a life-altering encounter with the God of the universe. The Bible isn't meant to be simply studied; it is meant to be the very foundation upon which we build our lives as disciples of Jesus.

As we set out on life's true adventure, following our Savior, Jesus, it is critical that we know and love His Word. Why? We will face many trials and hardships along the way. We will hear countless lies and feel strong pressure to conform. In a world filled with so much noise directing us the wrong way, it is critical that we know the voice of our Savior so that we can hear it over everything else...

Jesus has won our freedom and calls us to follow Him as His disciples. It is a hard life that will require us to lay down our desires for His. Yet it is the path to true life, unlike the other one that promises us everything but leads to our destruction. So, let's go! Let's follow the voice of Jesus.

Jesus changes everything. As Christians, we might understand that Jesus came and paid the penalty for our sins and through faith we are forgiven and receive the gift of eternal life. Yet there is more. Jesus is also our Lord and this truth penetrates every area of our lives. 

The Bible contains foundational truths that change everything about our lives, including our parenting. We live in a "me, myself, and I" world where we are the main character. The reality is that everything is about God. It is His story.