Biblical Brews and Family Views

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Eric and Angela talk candidly about what it looks like to navigate joy in the middle of struggle—when life feels heavy, energy is low, and faith isn’t exactly firing on all cylinders. Using James 1:2–4 as a backdrop, they reflect on seasons of parenting exhaustion, marriage under stress, and the slow work of perseverance that shapes us over time. This isn’t about...

Send us Fan Mail Valentine’s Day is over. The flowers fade, the chocolates run low, and real life settles back in. In this episode of Biblical Brews & Family Views , Eric and Angela talk honestly about what love looks like after the hype , when feelings aren’t as loud—and why faith matters most in those moments. Angela names a tension many of us feel: the world treats marriage as disposable ....

Send us Fan Mail Is your faith something you know about —or something you’re being shaped by ? In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we talk about how spiritual formation goes beyond head knowledge and moves into the habits, rhythms, and heart of our homes. We open up about our own parenting, marriage, and moments where we've either taught "rules" or modeled relations...

Send us Fan Mail Life already comes with plenty of rules—at home, at work, in relationships, and in society. But rules alone don’t give us life. In fact, for many people, they just leave us tired, pressured, and wondering if we’re ever “enough.” In this series, From Law to Life , we explore what happens when faith shifts from performance to relationship. Instead of behavior modification, Jesus off...

Send us Fan Mail Life has a funny way of hitting the fast-forward button when you least expect it—and sometimes it doesn’t even ask permission first. In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , Eric and Angela sit down to catch you up on the last couple of months and share why we’ve been a little quiet around here. From sickness and hospital stays, to the sudden loss of family members and...

Send us Fan Mail In this real and raw episode, Eric and Angela open up about something they’ve learned the hard way: they are simply better together. Whether it’s ministry, parenting six kids, juggling schedules, navigating tough decisions, or just trying to figure out what’s for dinner — life works best when they’re a team. But ministry doesn’t always let them be in the same room… or the same sta...

Send us Fan Mail Parenting is messy, beautiful, exhausting, and… let’s be honest… often way less “Instagram-perfect” than we’d like it to look. In this episode of Biblical Brews & Family Views , Eric and Angela dive into the tension between authenticity and social desirability as parents and Jesus-followers. Do we raise our kids for the applause of others, or do we raise them to live faithfull...

Send us Fan Mail It’s been a summer of change in the Skelton house—taking our oldest two to college, adjusting to life with “only” four kids at home, and diving headfirst into a new homeschool year. At church, we’ve celebrated a fresh name and a renewed sense of identity. And now… we’re finally back behind the mics! In this episode, we talk about the ups and downs of transition, what it means to f...

Send us Fan Mail Ever been hurt by the very place that was supposed to bring healing? In this raw and redemptive episode, Eric and Angela pour a fresh cup of coffee and dive deep into the wounds many carry from church experiences—what we’re calling Sunday Scars. From judgment and exclusion to leadership failure and spiritual burnout, we explore how to process pain without losing faith. With honest...

Send us Fan Mail Before the pulpit, there was the panic. Before the calling, there was the chaos. In this episode, we get real about what ministry is actually like—beyond the stage lights and Sunday smiles. We’ll unpack what we didn’t know, what we had to learn the hard way, and what keeps us showing up week after week. Whether you’re in full-time ministry, bi-vocational, or just trying to lead a...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what Sunday mornings really look like in a pastor's home with six kids, a sermon to preach, and coffee that’s never quite hot enough? In this episode, Eric and Angela pull back the curtain on their pre-church chaos, Saturday night setups, spiritual rhythms, and the sacred (and slightly messy) dance of getting their family ready to worship. From last-minute wardrob...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Angela and I sit down with our third-born and only blond-haired, blue-eyed child—Gavin David. With his unique mix of compassion and quiet strength, Gavin opens up about life as the middle kid, his dreams of becoming a pastor… or maybe a movie director (we’ll see which one sticks!). Things get personal as we talk about the upcoming fall, when his older brother and...

Send us Fan Mail In this sweet and special episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we sit down with our youngest daughter, Lily Grace! 🍰💕 She may be the fifth kid, but she’s got a personality all her own—full of sugar, spice, and everything nice (with a little sass for good measure). Just like we did with her siblings, we asked Lily some of our favorite interview questions—about life, faith...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take you along on our journey of faith, family, and yes—our actual daily walks! As we navigate a new season of health and discipline, we also dive into one of the biggest questions parents ask: How do we make sure our kids stay spiritually strong as they grow up? We share our thoughts, experiences, and the intentional steps we take to raise kids who love and fo...

Send us Fan Mail Our second child and firstborn son, Aiden, has officially entered adulthood—at least according to the paperwork! In this special episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we celebrate his 18th birthday by putting him in the hot seat with the same fun, thought-provoking, and slightly embarrassing questions we asked his older sister Erin and younger brother Nathan. From childhood...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we dive deep into one of the enemy's greatest weapons against believers — isolation . When life gets hard, it's easy to withdraw from friends, family, church, and even God. But did you know that isolation is exactly where the enemy wants you? When we isolate, we become vulnerable to discouragement, temptation, and spir...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it’s like to roll deep everywhere you go? In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we’re pulling back the curtain on big family life—the joys, the challenges, and the hilarious moments that come with having six kids in tow. From the wide-eyed stares at the grocery store to the classic “Are they all yours?” question, we’re talking about what it’s really...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , Angela and I get real about what it’s like to navigate both marriage and ministry over the last 20+ years. From the blessings of serving together to the challenges of balancing family, faith, and leadership, we’re pulling back the curtain on our journey—sharing the lessons we’ve learned, the struggles we’ve faced, and the ways G...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Description: In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we’re dialing up the Skelton firstborn, Erin Marie, all the way from Olivet Nazarene University! While balancing college life and caffeinated study sessions, Erin takes time to answer the same questions we grilled Nathan with back in Episode 2. Get ready for heartfelt insights, hilarious sibling comparisons,...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle up, folks! In this special episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we put Nathan, our fourth child in the hot seat with questions he hasn’t seen before. No scripts, no prep—just raw, unfiltered Nathan in all his fun-loving, imaginative glory. From deep thoughts to wild takes (and maybe a little chaos), this episode is a peek inside the Skelton Family Circus. What will...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Finding Faith in Everyday Moments In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views , we dive into the chaos, laughter, and challenges of parenting six kids, balancing ministry, and carving out moments to live out our faith. From messy mornings to unexpected conversations, we share how God shows up in the ordinary and how we strive to keep Him at the center of it a...

Send us Fan Mail Pour yourself a warm cup of cocoa (or coffee!) and join us for a festive episode as we unwrap the Skelton family's cherished Christmas traditions! From the quirky and creative to the heartfelt and sacred, we dive into how our childhood experiences have shaped the way we celebrate as a family today. We’ll share stories of laughter, joy, and maybe a little chaos as we’ve crafte...

Send us Fan Mail In this genuine and lively episode, Angela and Eric share the joy, chaos, and love that comes with parenting their sixth child and fourth son, Owen Michael. From his boundless energy and infectious laughter to the little bit of craziness that keeps life exciting, Owen truly embodies the spirit of the perfect last child. Join us as we reflect on the blessings of a big family, the u...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we celebrate the story of our 5th child and 2nd daughter, Lillian Grace. Join us as we share the joys and challenges of parenting another little girl, reflecting on how our family dynamics have shifted with the arrival of our new princess. From navigating sibling relationships to embracing her love of Barbies, makeup, and baking, we dive into the adventures of rai...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, we’re sharing the story of our fourth child, Nathan Charles, a 12-year-old with a big heart, a strong sense of justice, and a love for storytelling. Join us as we explore the joys and challenges of raising a child who truly marches to his own beat. Nathan’s unique calling is a constant reminder to us as parents that each child is crafted with their own p...