Parenting to the Full

Every parent says the same thing: we want to disciple our kids. But if we're honest… most of us feel too busy to actually do it. Between school, sports, work, and everything else, life doesn't just feel full, it feels out of control. And deep down, we know something's off. In this episode, we talk about one of the most overlooked rhythms in Scripture that could change the way your family lives eve...

Faith in the home rarely drifts in the right direction. Our kids and students will be discipled, by the culture or Christian parents and the church. In this episode of Parenting to the Full , Tom Meara and McLeod Best share why family discipleship is one of the most urgent and life-giving investments you can make. You'll discover three principles that can transform your home! Through Scripture, re...

Did you know that nearly 80% of people who follow Jesus make that decision before they turn 18? That's not just a statistic. It's a powerful reminder that the most urgent and life-shaping ministry often happens right at home, during the formative years of a child's life. In this third episode of Parenting to the Full , student pastors Tom Meara and McLeod Best explore one of the most important que...

In this second episode of  The Parenting to the Full Podcast , student pastors Tom Meara and McLeod Best unpack the second truth to building a faith that lasts: your kids don't need perfect parents—they need faithful ones. Discover why chasing the "perfect church" or relying solely on church programs won't build lasting faith in your kids. Instead, Tom and McLeod share two foundational principles...

What helps young people develop a faith that lasts? In this first episode of  The Parenting to the Full Podcast , Tom Meara and McLeod Best dive into the power of intergenerational relationships. They explore four key ways to strengthen a student's faith: looking forward and looking back, attending main worship services as a family, finding five mentors, and investing before you think you need it....