FirstWave Student Ministry

Parenting to the Full

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We want to be the "One generation [who] will declare Your works to the next and will proclaim Your mighty acts." Psalm 145:4This podcast is for busy parents juggling life and faith with their kids. In fifteen minutes or less, we hope to give you the best research and actionable advice to help young people know Jesus and live life to the full in Christ. Hosted by Tom Meara and McLeod Best from the FirstWave Student Ministry at The Church at LifePark in Mt. Pleasant, SC.

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Doing What Matters Most: We're Too Busy... and We Know It 15.04.2026 18:03

Every parent says the same thing: we want to disciple our kids. But if we're honest… most of us feel too busy to actually do it. Between school, sports, work, and everything else, life doesn't just feel full, it feels out of control. And deep down, we know something's off. In this episode, we talk about one of the most overlooked rhythms in Scripture that could change the way your family lives eve...

Building a Faith That Lasts: Drifting or Discipling 17.09.2025 20:58

Faith in the home rarely drifts in the right direction. Our kids and students will be discipled, by the culture or Christian parents and the church. In this episode of Parenting to the Full , Tom Meara and McLeod Best share why family discipleship is one of the most urgent and life-giving investments you can make. You'll discover three principles that can transform your home! Through Scripture, re...

Building a Faith That Lasts: The Sticky Gospel 02.07.2025 25:00

Did you know that nearly 80% of people who follow Jesus make that decision before they turn 18? That's not just a statistic. It's a powerful reminder that the most urgent and life-shaping ministry often happens right at home, during the formative years of a child's life. In this third episode of Parenting to the Full , student pastors Tom Meara and McLeod Best explore one of the most important que...

Building a Faith That Lasts: Faithful Not Perfect Parents 29.04.2025 26:45

In this second episode of The Parenting to the Full Podcast , student pastors Tom Meara and McLeod Best unpack the second truth to building a faith that lasts: your kids don't need perfect parents—they need faithful ones. Discover why chasing the "perfect church" or relying solely on church programs won't build lasting faith in your kids. Instead, Tom and McLeod share two foundational principles...

Building a Faith That Lasts: The Power of Intergenerational Relationships 31.03.2025 16:08

What helps young people develop a faith that lasts? In this first episode of The Parenting to the Full Podcast , Tom Meara and McLeod Best dive into the power of intergenerational relationships. They explore four key ways to strengthen a student's faith: looking forward and looking back, attending main worship services as a family, finding five mentors, and investing before you think you need it....