Legacy Parenting

“We don’t need more time this Christmas, but we do need more intention.” – Lori Lane In this special Advent episode of Legacy Parenting , Lori Lane invites us to step off the hamster wheel of holiday hustle and embrace sacred space—margin that leads to heart-level transformation. Through personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical rhythms, Lori helps us realign our family calendar with what m...

“You don’t have to do it all or know it all—because you can trust that God is faithful.” – Christy Thomas In this encouraging episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, Lori Lane is joined by Christie Thomas—children’s ministry leader, family discipleship coach, and author of Little Shoots, Deep Roots . Together, they unpack how tiny, grace-filled habits can lay a powerful spiritual foundation for y...

How do you honor extended family while staying true to your convictions during the holidays? In this Legacy Parenting episode, Lori Lane shares how to balance old traditions with new rhythms, communicate with grace, and build a Christ-centered home culture—without guilt or resentment. Holidays can bring joy—and pressure. In this Legacy Parenting episode, Lori Lane helps families navigate extended...

Gratitude isn’t going to just happen in our kids—it has to happen in our homes, in a space that’s created for it.” In this second part of the “Raising Grateful Kids” series, Lori and John Lane shift from heart posture to daily practice. How do you build a family culture where gratitude becomes normal, not forced? And how do you shape the soil of your home to grow thankfulness, especially in today’...

“We can’t force gratitude in our kids—but we can disciple and shape the soil of the heart where gratitude can grow.” Entitlement is everywhere—from Disney vacations to daily conversations—and it's robbing our kids of joy, peace, and perspective. In this first episode of our two-part series on raising grateful kids , Lori and John Lane take a deep dive into the biblical foundation for thankfulness...

“If we’re going to use our family as a discipleship training ground, let’s think of ways we can give as a family and create traditions of giving together.” In Part Two of this powerful series, Lori and John Lane move from the heart of generosity to the habits that help it take root. Building on the biblical foundation from Part One, they unpack what it means to teach stewardship of time, resources...

“It is more blessed to give than to receive — to treat others better than yourself, even at the expense of yourself.” – Lori Lane In this first episode of a two-part series, Lori and John explore what it means to raise givers, not takers in a culture obsessed with self. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and decades of hands-on parenting, they unpack how to cultivate a heart of generosit...

“Play builds the foundation concretely for everything abstractly later… it’s the sweet spot where the real learning takes place.” – Kathy Lee Eggers In Part 2 of Lori Lane’s inspiring conversation with child development expert and author Kathy Lee Eggers, the focus shifts from story to strategy. Building on the heart-level truths of Part 1, Kathy unpacks the practical side of reclaiming play in yo...

“95% of what we worry about as mothers doesn’t even matter. What matters is connection, presence, and pointing our children to Christ.” – Kathy Lee Eggers In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Lori Lane sits down with Kathy Lee Eggers, a dedicated Child Development Specialist, author, and a hot mess mom of many, to explore the life-shaping role of play in parenting. Kathy has spent over 30 year...

“The enemy of your child’s spiritual formation might not be rebellion—it might be distraction.” In this episode of Legacy Parenting , Lori Lane invites weary parents to consider the gift of family margin . In a culture that equates hustle with value, our homes are often overflowing with activities, but starving for connection. This isn’t about doing less for the sake of productivity—it’s about cre...

Have you ever stood in the hallway outside your child’s closed door and felt the ache of silence? Whether it’s a toddler’s tantrum, a teen’s retreat, or an adult child’s distance, parenting often brings moments where connection feels out of reach. But here’s the hope: relationship can grow deeper through every season, not in spite of the challenges, but because of them. In this heartfelt episode o...

“Doing hard things with a willing heart is not just helpful—it’s holy.” In today’s episode, we go far deeper than checking off chore charts. This is about discipleship, stewardship, and preparing our children not just for independence, but for faithful dependence on Christ. In a culture built on convenience, we must remember that maturity is formed in effort, responsibility, and perseverance. We’l...

“The home is not just a holding place until kids are ready for real theology—it’s the theology classroom.” – Lori Lane In this heartfelt and truth-filled episode, Lori Lane reminds us that parenting is more than just surviving the day or correcting behavior. It’s about discipling the heart —with Scripture as the standard, grace as the guide, and eternity in view. When culture is loud and life is b...

“The school may support learning, but the home is where your child’s heart is formed.” – Lori Lane Education is shifting rapidly, and families today face more choices than ever—public school, private school, homeschool, hybrid, pods, or micro-schools. With so many paths, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But one truth never changes: as parents, we are our children’s primary disciplers. In this episod...

“Rest isn’t a reward. It’s a rhythm—and it’s the way God created us to live.” If you’ve ever found yourself in a constant cycle of overplanning, controlling, or shutting down when life feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. In this this week’s episode of Legacy Parenting , Lori Lane shares her journey of moving from chronic fight-or-flight living to a place of spiritual safety and rest in God’s pre...

“The culture will keep discipling your children if you don’t.” In this deeply personal episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast , Lori Lane steps away from the studio to speak from the heart—from the same kitchen where she once taught her children, wrestled in prayer, and anchored her family in the truth of God’s Word. This is not theory. This is real, lived-out conviction. Lori shares the vision b...

“Struggle isn’t just a detour — it is often the very soil and the very path where discipleship takes root.” Welcome back to Legacy Parenting with John and Lori Lane. After a brief break, we’re diving into one of the most tender, yet transformational, topics for every parent: the role of struggle in your child’s spiritual formation. In this episode, we challenge the instinct to rescue and instead i...

Not every parenting moment comes with a warning bell—but the ones that matter most often show up in the middle of bedtime routines, sibling squabbles, or toddler meltdowns. In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast , Lori Lane unpacks how to recognize the teachable, heart-level moments God weaves into our everyday lives—and how to respond to them with intentionality, not just correction. If...

“If we're not intentional, technology will disciple our children faster than we do.” — Lori Lane In this urgent and grace-filled episode, Lori Lane opens up a heart-level conversation on parenting in a digital age —and why screen time isn’t just about behavior, but about discipleship . From toddlers swiping before they can speak, to teens scrolling their way into anxiety and comparison, technology...

Are you a mom buried under the weight of unmet expectations, never-ending to-do lists, and the pressure to be everything for everyone? In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast , Lori Lane pulls up a chair and speaks straight to the heart of the overwhelmed Christian mom . Drawing from her own parenting journey—through chronic illness, homeschooling setbacks, and seasons of deep weariness—Lo...

What happens when Scripture becomes more than a Sunday habit—and becomes your parenting manual? In this heartfelt episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, Lori Lane opens up about the defining moments that shifted everything in her parenting journey. From raising four boys to standing firm against cultural parenting pressure, Lori shares real-life stories of how God’s Word became the authority tha...

“When you see creation, it’s a reflection of who God is. What better way to show your kids His character than to invite them into it with you?” In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast , we’re diving into the joy, purpose, and eternal value of family adventures —not for the sake of activity, but for the sake of discipleship. Whether you're hiking a trail, camping under the stars, or simply...

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