Family Meeting

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra get specific on what it means to raise children in a pastor's home. Every home has its unique challenges and your pastor is no different. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about breaking out of your routine by doing something spontaneous. If you are a planner then being spontaneous can be difficult. Listen in as the share some tips for spontaneity. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra review the last year of their lives. God has brought all of us through a lot this last year, He wants to use those things for our growth. As you listen in, think about what God has done in your life this year. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra dive into holiday stress. The holidays are often filled with a lot of pressure! That pressure often comes from family relationships. Listen in and learn how communication and healthy boundaries can relieve that pressure. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra chat about Christmas. This time of year is so busy! There are so many events, activities, and traditions to be a part of that often the focus of Christmas isn't what it should be. Listen in for some ideas on how to keep Christ at the center of it all. To share you episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomaso...

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra dive into the world of social media for your kids. Social media is a big part of our world today. Have you thought about how you are going to guide your children into it? Listen in as they share some of the guidelines that they have for their kids. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasost...

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share ideas for loving your neighbors. Often times, the people that live the closest to us are total strangers to us. It is rare for people to know their neighbors' names anymore and that needs to change! Listen in for some ideas of how to get to know your neighbors. To share your ideas for reaching your neighbors, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com F...

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra discuss helping your spouse in the grieving process. Losing a parent or grandparent is difficult. Listen in as they share some of their losses and how they have helped each other through them. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra get into the holiday spirit by talking about thankfulness. Thankfulness is an attitude that has t be taught, but how can we pass gratitude on to our children? Listen in as they share their experiences as children and share what they have done with their children. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go t...

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra interview their third oldest daughter, Abigail. Abigail shares some of her favorite memories as well as some of her fears, and how she was able to overcome them with some help from her parents. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the problem with pornography. Porn has become such a problem not just in society today, but also in the church. It is a strong addiction, but Jesus can set you free from it. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about Pastor Appreciation month. You have the ability to be such an encouragement to your pastors and their families. Listen in as Thomas and Lysandra share some ideas for how you can bless your pastors. To share your ideas send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra describe what Mrs. Wrong looks like. If you see these warning signs, it's time to take some serious actions, because ignoring them can have life-long repercussions. To share your story with them, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra describe what Mr. Wrong looks like. If you see these warning signs, it's time to take some serious actions, because ignoring them can have life-long repercussions. To share your story with them, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra provide some encouragement for all of the worn out parents out there. Parenting is exhausting, but what do you do if you are just sick of it altogether? Listen in to find out the signs of parenting burn out and the steps to recover from it. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.c...

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra dive into the world of romance. In a lot of relationships romance dies out pretty early, but it shouldn't. Listen in as Thomas and Lysandra give some very specific ways that you can bring romance back into your relationship. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra answer your questions on a variety of topics. Questions range from disciplining your children to who inspires you today. To ask your questions for a future Ask Us Anything episode, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra focus on instilling a strong work ethic into your children. Teach your children to work hard can be challenging, but it will give them a head start on whatever they want to do in life. To ask your questions send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra interview their second oldest daughter, Isabella. Isabella shares her favorite memories and the mistakes that Thomas and Lysandra have made as parents. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the major transition that they are currently in. Transitions bring stress and uncertainty and they will share some of the things that they are dealing with in hopes of helping others with their own transitions. To share your transition tips, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkmap.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra go back and discuss the problems that they faced in their first year of marriage. Year one is often the most difficult year of marriage, but there are so many valuable lessons that can be learned from it. To share your year one marriage struggles, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about what to do with all of that stuff that you have just lying around. And where did it all come from anyway? For some people getting rid of stuff is a real difficult task, listen in as they share some ideas for decluttering your space. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkam...

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra interview their oldest daughter, Kathryne. Kathryne shares her thoughts on how to develop a closer relationship with your teen, and opens up about a situation that her parents helped her navigate. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra answer the question, "How sheltered is too sheltered?" As parents, it is our responsibility to protect our children, but we also need to teach them how to navigate the world that they live in. To share your advice on "How sheltered is too sheltered?", send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com

In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra explore friendship. We are created to have meaningful relationships, but we need to learn to have a proper balance on the friends that we have and the time that we spend with them. To share your advice on friendships, send and email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com