Gracebased Podcast

Intro Timestamp: (00:00) - Cody discusses how assigning significant tasks to children can inspire them to take actions seriously, highlighting the connection between responsibility and the development of poise. Listener Question: From: Lauren in Katy, Texas Timestamp: (06:00) Question: "How can I teach my children to interact pleasantly with adults and demonstrate poise in various situations? They...

Intro Timestamp: (00:00) - Cody discusses the challenge of supervising children to ensure integrity and highlights the importance of cultivating a genuine moral compass in children. Listener Question: From: Michelle in South Carolina Timestamp: (03:00) Question: "How can I help my kids develop genuine integrity that goes beyond just following rules when observed? My son found a wallet with money a...

Welcome to this episode of Blueprints, where Greg and Cody discuss how to talk to your kids about faith and doubt.  Listener Question: From: Amanda in Chicago, Illinois Timestamp: 4:58 Question: "I'm a parent of two children, ages 8 and 10, and I'm struggling with how to approach faith with my kids. They have started expressing doubt and questioning the teachings they've grown up with. How can I e...

Show Notes for Episode 15 Listener Question from Megan in Tacoma, WA: (4:30) "I know making mistakes is part of learning and growth, but my son is particularly sensitive to having his mistakes called out. Sometimes I worry my approach has been the problem. How can I balance grace and accountability to help him navigate mistakes without sparking a shame response?" The Goal: Create an environment wh...

Listener Question from Frank in Oklahoma:  (5:30) "I grew up in a family that didn’t really share feelings or show much emotion. I’m continuing to work on this as an adult. I now have three boys of my own and I want them to feel comfortable being vulnerable and expressing emotions in our family. How do I encourage this in a genuine and natural way?" The Goal: Help kids feel safe expressing big emo...

A special (and quick!) episode from Blueprints for Christmas.  We want to say thank you to all our listeners and supporters this year.  Look out for some amazing podcasts coming in 2025 learn more at https://gracebasedfamilies.com/

This episode’s question comes from Ashley in San Diego: (3:43) Question: "I recently got upset at my child because they bluntly told me I was using my phone a lot. What can I do to make sure they'll continue to be open with me and share things in the future?" The Goal: Create an environment where kids feel safe and respected enough to be candid. This means encouraging kids to speak freely, even if...

This episode’s question comes from Katie in Wisconsin: (3:33) Question: "When I was in high school, I loved being in sports and clubs and hoped my daughter would enjoy them too. But she’s very introverted and isn’t interested. I know she’s her own unique person, but it feels like she’s missing out. How do I parent a child so different from me?" The Goal: True thriving happens when kids feel the fr...

This episode’s question comes from Rick in Grand Rapids, MI: Question: "My daughter just entered high school, and the transition has been tough. She’s struggling with school and friendships. How can I give her the strength she needs to face these challenges?" The Goal: Resiliency in children is built through hope . True hope is not just wishful thinking but the belief that future good will make to...

This episode’s question comes from Tiffany, a youth pastor in Portland: Question: "The kids I serve seem so aimless. It’s hard to help them find purpose when they are overwhelmed by distractions and pressure. How do we help our kids discover the purpose they need to thrive?" The Goal : Children need a sense of purpose to truly thrive. Purpose gives them direction, confidence, and a sense of belong...

This episode’s question comes from Noelle in Colorado: Question: "Last week, my son did something that really upset my husband and me, and we didn’t handle it well. How do we communicate our love to him, even when he’s making choices we strongly disagree with?" The Goal : Love should never depend on a child’s behavior. As parents, our goal is to provide discipline in a way that fosters connection,...

This episode’s question comes from Eric in Billings, Montana: Question: "I see a lot of other parents pushing their kids really hard to succeed. Sometimes it feels too much. Am I hurting my kids by not pushing them hard enough?" The Goal : Winning or achieving success should not be the ultimate focus of parenting. Instead, the aim is to nurture children’s hearts and help them become whole, healthy...

Show Notes: This episode’s question comes from Allison in Georgia: Timestamp 3:50 Question: "I grew up with strict discipline and want my kids to have more freedom, but I’m struggling to find the right balance. How can I give them freedom while still guiding them with discipline?" The Goal: Kids need gracious structure in order to thrive. Proper discipline doesn't restrict them—it sets them free b...

This episode’s question comes from Sarah in Minnesota :  Timestamp 3:25 Question: "With all the changes happening in the world, how do I keep my kids safe in what feels like an increasingly dangerous environment?" The Goal: Our primary job as parents is not to make sure our kids are always safe, but to help them become strong and resilient. Safety is important, but it is part of a bigger goal: pre...

This episode’s question comes from Emily in New Jersey : Question: "No matter how much I discipline my kids, they keep misbehaving. How do I get my kids to behave and do the right thing?" The Goal: Good behavior is not the ultimate goal of good parenting. While discipline is important, the true focus should be on shaping a child’s heart and identity, rather than just their actions. Common Misconce...

This episode’s question comes from Bradley in Las Vegas, Nevada : Question: "You’ve talked about the challenges of parenting in a culture of hurry and hostility. But what about the part of culture that seems to be getting more hopeless? How can we raise our kids to have hope in a world that feels like things are only getting worse?" The Goal: Instilling hope in our children, despite the increasing...

 Welcome to Episode 3 of Blueprints! This episode's question comes from Megan in Texas:  Question: "Hi, this is Megan from Texas. My oldest is about to start school, and I’m torn about where to send him. Whenever I reach out to friends or do research, the environment seems really hostile. I feel like I can’t make the right choice. Why do I feel so much shame when I’m trying to make the best decisi...

Welcome to Episode 2 of Blueprints! This episode's question comes from Logan in Louisiana:  Question: "Yesterday, I was trying to get my kids out the door and completely lost my patience. It feels like we’re always running late, and it’s adding a lot of stress to our family. Why are we in such a hurry all the time, and what is this doing to our kids?" Big Idea: We can't follow God's blueprint for...

Welcome to Episode 1 of Blueprints!  This episode's question comes from Katy in West Linn, Oregon:  Question and Timestamp: 7:30 "Hi I'm Katy, I have four kids 10 and under. Between the kids sports schedule, school schedule, all the different discipline needs and trying to be intentional with my husband, I feel like I'm barely treading water sometimes. I know there's a big picture for parenting an...

Welcome to Blueprints a podcast about parenting from Grace Based Families.  Each week you'll hear insights and humor from Greg and Cody as they explore a grace based blueprint for raising kids in all stages of life.  Get more from Grace Based Families at wwww.gracebasedfamilies.com Have a question for the show?  Email it to: family@gracebasedfamilies.com