High Performance Parenting | Biblical Wisdom for Raising Leaders of Faith, Character, and Purpose

What do you do when a situation in your home isn’t healthy — even though your intentions were good? In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis share the full story behind one of the hardest decisions their family has ever made: rehoming their dog, Indigo . After years of training, prayer, conversations, and emotional wrestling, they realized the environment in their h...

How should parents think about church when it comes to raising faith-filled kids? In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis talk candidly about choosing the right church for your family — and why church should support , not replace, discipleship that happens at home. Using real family examples — from birthday traditions and serving schedules to youth sports, leadersh...

How do you start a new year as a family — without pressure, burnout, or unrealistic expectations? In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis share how their family intentionally prepares for the year ahead — starting months before January , building predictability, and creating rhythms that help kids thrive emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. They discuss: Why emo...

Have you ever thought, “I’m done. I can’t do this anymore.” — but you kept going anyway? In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis talk openly about parenting burnout , emotional exhaustion, comparison, pressure, and the moments when parenting feels heavier than expected. Through real stories — including moments of fear, danger, disappointment, sports pressure, emoti...

In this final episode of the 12 Months of Gratitude series, Jacquie, Abbie, and Crissy reflect on August through December — the seasons that closed out their year with connection, celebration, responsibility, and faith. Together, they revisit: August birthdays, golf season, art fairs, and an unforgettable Alaska cruise with grandparents and cousins The importance of connection over experiences dur...

In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Jacquie continues the 12 Months of Gratitude conversation with Abby and Crissy — reflecting on April through July and the powerful family moments that shaped their year. Together, they revisit: Spring sports seasons filled with discipline and late nights Huntter learning to ride her bike after deciding she was ready Drew’s rite of passage at a men’s...

In this special family episode of High Performance Parenting , Jacquie is joined by Abby and Crissy to reflect on the past year through a meaningful and faith-filled practice: 12 Months of Gratitude . Instead of limiting gratitude to Thanksgiving or Christmas, this family chose to reflect on each month of the year , remembering milestones, challenges, growth, and God’s faithfulness along the way....

Today on High Performance Parenting , Greg sits down with two of his youngest entrepreneurs — Elli (age 9) and Huntter (age 7) — for a fun and powerful conversation about raising kids who create, lead, and step into their God-given purpose. Ellie shares how she launched her own all-natural lotion business , researched ingredients, built a business plan, learned profit margins, and sold nearly $700...

In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg & Jacquie Francis share candid stories and practical wisdom about navigating holiday stress in a way that protects your peace and strengthens your family. From an 8–9 hour snowstorm road trip to injury chaos at 11 p.m. , they reveal how trying to “do it all” stole peace — and how learning to say no reshaped their family traditions. What You’...

In this heartwarming holiday episode, Greg & Jacquie Francis share the simple, meaningful traditions that keep Christmas joyful, connected, and focused on Jesus — without the stress and pressure that so many families feel this time of year. From decorating together… to Advent… to reading Scripture as a family… to embracing fun, laughter, and flexibility… the Francis family models how to keep t...

Greg and Crissy Lou Francis close the Entrepreneurial Kids series with a powerful message about how business and faith can come together to change lives. Crissy Lou shares the story behind her growing program Super Kids — how it started as a small online class and became a global community teaching children about faith, leadership, and encouragement. Greg and Crissy Lou talk about the real lessons...

In this powerful episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Crissy Lou Francis share how to train your kids not just to make money — but to manage it God’s way. They reveal the Francis Family System of stewardship: Spend, Save, Invest, and Donate — and explain how these lessons helped their kids understand generosity, delayed gratification, and financial purpose from a young age. Through rea...

In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Crissy Lou Francis continue their powerful conversation on raising entrepreneurial, confident kids who live with purpose and faith. They unpack how to teach kids courage through challenge, the role of preparation in confidence, and why parents must lead by example — letting discomfort and growth go hand in hand. Is your child ready to succee...

In this inspiring father–daughter episode, Greg Francis sits down with Crissy Lou Francis to talk about how parents can raise entrepreneurial kids — children who believe in their God-given creativity, take risks, and learn resilience through both success and struggle. They share stories from the Francis family, lessons from real estate, sports, and business, and how faith forms the foundation for...

In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis dive deep into how the Five Love Languages impact marriage and parenting. Discover how to speak your spouse’s love language — even when it’s not natural to you — and why your kids need to experience love in the way they understand it most. Through funny stories, practical examples, and biblical truth, they reveal how to overc...

In this episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis teach biblical communication principles for resolving conflict without breaking connection. Learn the rules that protect your marriage and family from cycles of disconnection — and why winning arguments never builds intimacy . You’ll Learn: The 24-hour rule for healthy reconnection How “I-statements” create safety and honor W...

In this episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis unpack how to stay connected through the hardest moments of marriage and parenting. They reveal the surprising truth: the goal isn’t avoiding conflict—it’s staying connected through it. You’ll learn how fear creates distance, why connection always involves risk, and how covenant love gives you the courage to stay close even when it’s uncomfortable. You’ll...

In this High Performance Parenting episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis unpack how to build and maintain real connection in your marriage and family—even when emotions run high or opinions clash. Through biblical wisdom, practical tools, and their own stories, they reveal how God’s design for covenant love keeps families strong, secure, and united. You’ll Learn: How to define a God-centered goal of c...

In this heartfelt episode of High Performance Parenting , Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about the unseen pressures parents carry—especially dads who feel the constant weight to protect and provide. They discuss the difference between healthy responsibility and toxic guilt, how God’s design actually relieves pressure, and why giving your kids a childhood full of peace is one of the greatest gift...

Parent guilt doesn’t define you — God’s grace does. In this heartfelt follow-up episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis dive deeper into what it means to release guilt, comparison, and unrealistic expectations in parenting. They discuss the importance of supporting one another as husband and wife, finding replenishment, and learning to parent from peace — not pressure. You’ll also hear practical, faith-...

Parent guilt is real — but it’s not God’s design. In this heartfelt episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about their own struggles with guilt, stress, and balance as parents. From mom guilt to emotional burnout, they unpack the truth about how men and women are wired differently by God —and how understanding that design leads to peace, grace, and strength in the parenting journey. You’ll hear...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Greg Francis sits down with his daughters to unpack what true discipline and mindset look like — both in sports and in life. From varsity golf lessons to real talk about frustration, failure, and teamwork, this episode shows how daily consistency and faith shape champions from the inside out. They discuss the difference between distress and eustress , the im...

In this inspiring episode of Redwood Parenting , Greg Francis sits down with his triplet daughters to unpack what it really takes to develop a champion mindset — on and off the course. From varsity golf pressure to emotional control, the family dives into what happens when you let your thoughts define your performance. They explore the difference between distress and eustress , how to build mental...

Join Greg and Jacquie Francis — a powerful conversation about building unity, joy, and intentional connection within the family. From board games and art fairs to serving together and leading with love , Greg and Jacquie share practical ways to help your children learn how to support, encourage, and celebrate each other. They also open up about the importance of discipling kids , guiding them towa...

In this inspiring episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis share how to intentionally shape what your family is known for — through consistent training, love, and biblical standards. They reveal how everyday preparation and modeling faith can raise kids who carry confidence, respect, and godly character into every space they enter. 💡 You’ll learn: How to build a confident and respectful family culture W...