Carseat Questions

Get ready to dive deep into the spiritual realm on the next episode of Carseat Questions! Join Eddie and Lauren as they welcome special guest Jared Kennedy to unpack the essential topic of teaching your kids about the Holy Spirit and how do we introduce the concept of the Holy Spirit to our children in a way that's engaging and age-appropriate? Throughout this conversation, Jared shares insight on...

What do we really mean when we teach our children the lyrics to the sweet, familiar song Jesus Loves Me ? How do we teach them about love? Is it the same as mom and dad’s love? No! What we are talking about here is Agape Love: the unique love of God. How do we share that? Model that? Distinguish God’s unique love with our children? Dr. Megan Clunnan is here on CarSeat Questions to chat with us all...

MINE MINE MINE! If you’re a parent, you may have heard this word emphatically insisted by your little one. The concepts of ownership, sharing and generosity can be really hard to teach and ultimately, hard for children to understand. So where do we start? How can we begin instilling generosity in our children at a very young age? How does a child’s reception to sharing as a 2 year old influence th...

As parents, we navigate through countless conversations with our children, from the miracles of Jesus to the complexities of life and death. Today, we discuss a tender topic, exploring how to broach the topic of death with our little ones. In a world filled with questions and uncertainties, how do we approach this delicate subject with grace and honesty? Join us as we delve into the depths of unde...

Pregnancy loss is an all-too-painful reality of our world. Many women experience pregnancy loss in the form of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancies, or stillbirths, and yet, the prevalence of pregnancy loss doesn’t seem to make it any less painful. How should Christians respond to this? What does it look like to grieve and mourn? To find comfort in God’s arms? How can / should women tell their other c...

As parents, we often grapple with how to introduce difficult topics to our kids and God's Grace can be an especially difficult one. Join us in learning from today's special guest, Scott Lessing, as we explore grace through Scott's personal stories, scripture, and more. Through the lens of faith and empathy, we navigate the depths of God's grace. Tune in as this is one episode you do not want to mi...

Dr. Andrew Beaty has eleven children that bear the image of God. Among these children exists a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. With this special family comes special responsibilities, not only for the Beaty family but for the church. Join us for this week’s episode of CarSeat Questions for a conversation all about special needs families: how to love them, pray for them, and act on...

If you’ve been a Christian parent for a long time, you may have received some questions from your kids about the miracles of Jesus - how he walked on water, how he turned water into wine, etc. But what about the ultimate miracle? The Resurrection. How can we communicate the weight and magnitude of the Resurrection with our kids? How can we share the hope of Easter with them? Tune in to this week’s...

It is Holy Week. And if you’re a parent, you may be wondering how do I talk to my kids about Jesus’ crucifixion in a way that highlights the gospel, stays true to scripture, but also cares for their tender hearts and minds? We’ve got TWO shows for you. Tune in to a double header this week and next with Dr. Preston Hill. This week we will discuss the Crucifixion and next week we will discuss the Re...

In this special BONUS EPISODE of Carseat Questions, tune in for the expertise of Courtney Wilson, a seasoned Children's Pastor with a heart for nurturing young faith. Our little ones are full of questions, and as parents, we often find ourselves seeking answers that will guide them on their spiritual journey. Join us as we explore the world of children's questions and embark on a journey to addres...

In this week's episode of Carseat Questions, we're joined by Dr. Mikel Del Rosario, a leading authority in Christian apologetics, to tackle a question that many Christian parents grapple with: How can we help our children understand that the Bible is true and reliable? Young minds are naturally curious, and nurturing their faith with a solid foundation is paramount. Dr. Del Rosario offers a treasu...

Join us as we delve into the world of children's emotions with the help of guest Miriam Arnold. We address the intriguing questions that young kids often ask about shameand Miriam shares her insights, offering practical strategies to create a loving, shame-resilient environment for your children. Come along for a heartwarming conversation that equips you with the tools to support your child throug...

Does God love us all the same? Every single one of us? What about those who sin differently or look different than me? In this episode of CarSeat Questions, we welcome a special guest, Trillia Newbell, to dive deep into a topic that holds immense significance for parents and families – how to discuss the unifying message of the gospel of Jesus with our children. Trillia, a respected author a...

Do you love the Bible and want to teach it to your children, but wonder if some of the stories in the Old Testament are appropriate for young minds? How do we share the fullness of the Biblical narrative to them? In this special episode, we are joined by Russell Meek, who will guide parents on the journey of introducing the Old Testament of the Bible to their children without fear. Russell, a seas...

Parenting is a sacred journey, especially when it comes to nurturing our children's faith in a complex world. Join us for an intimate and soul-stirring conversation as we explore the profound art of raising children with Godly love. In this episode, we delve into the challenges and triumphs of instilling faith in our children's hearts. We're joined by a special guest, Melissa Hannigan, who brings...

Last season we chatted to Sara Lane about cross racial adoption from the adoptees perspective. This season we wanted to chat with Brittany Salmon about cross racial adoption from the perspective of the parent. Brittany has two adopted boys and wrote the book “It Takes More Than Love” all surrounding the topic of cross racial adoption. Brittany Salmon is a professor, writer, and Bible t...

The life of military families is a unique and weighty one - often marked by moving, shifting, community, and many hellos and goodbyes. What does this reality do to children? To spouses? How can we talk to our children about servicemen and servicewomen? How can we serve them back? Join us for a very real and raw conversation with military missionary, Megan Brown for a conversation surrounding the r...

Has your child ever asked you about the realities of homelessness? Maybe you saw someone who needed help on the street with a sign, or you served a homeless population at church. How did you answer them? How can parents convey the way that Jesus feels about those struggling with homelessness to their kids? Listen to this episode with Jaime Buxton to hear a conversation addressing all of these curi...

We all know that one of the 10 Commandments given to Moses was to “honor your Father and Mother” - but what does this actually mean to a child? How can we encourage honor from kids when they may not have the language to understand? How do we teach and foster honor? Join us for today’s conversation with Dr. Chris Rappazinni for a conversation all about honoring mom and dad, and ho...

It is back to school time and parents everywhere are faced with questions about their kids’ safety. Statistics show that the number of shootings within schools, even elementary schools, is at an all time high in our country. Should parents be scared? Should their kids be scared? Join us for this episode of the CarSeat Questions podcast with Dr. Jamie Aten for a discussion on these realities...

In episode 1 of this season, you heard pieces of three different conversations all about spiritual, emotional, and cognitive development. In this final episode of season 1, we are joined by Brooke Smith to talk about emotional development in children.  Brooke Ervin is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She specializes in trauma, abuse, and breakdowns in communication within interpers...

At the beginning of this season in episode 1, you heard clips from three different conversations to set the stage for the podcast. In this episode, you’ll hear a conversation all about cognitive development with Professor Elizabeth Smith.  Elizabeth Smith, MA, LCPC, is MBI’s Program Head for Children and Family Ministry and Field Chair of Education and Counseling. She is also the...

At the beginning of this season in episode 1, you heard clips from three different conversations to set the stage for the podcast. In this episode, you’ll hear our entire conversation on spiritual development with Randy Isola.  Randy Isola has served the local church as a pastor since 1991, in the NextGen areas of kids, youth and family ministries. He has experience working in both denominational...

Why do we sing so much in church?  When we surveyed a group of parents, one child had a very good question about what humans are made for: worship. He even provided an analogy all about tacos (you’ll have to listen to hear how astute and hilarious it was)!  Today, we asked our friends, recording artist and musicians, Shane and Shane to join us for a conversation all about worship:...

Divorce is a heartbreaking reality, especially in the US. In America, more than 50% of first marriages end in divorce, so it is likely that this generation will witness divorce in their own families or by association. How do we talk to children about divorce in a way that is Biblically sound and age appropriate - especially considering all of the ways that it affects children? How do we teach them...