Raising Godly Girls

It's  Thanksgiving Day—and between the turkey, the pie, and the endless sink of dishes,  it's  easy for even the most grateful heart to slip into grumbling. But what if this Thanksgiving, instead of focusing on  what's  missing, we helped our daughters rediscover the beauty of  selflessness ?   In this warm and faith-filled Thanksgiving episode,  Rachael Culpepper ,  Executive Director of American...

The turkey might still be thawing, the pies may or may not be homemade, and your kids might not be feeling especially thankful—but this Thanksgiving, the  Raising Godly Girls Podcast  invites you to look beyond the checklist and rediscover the heart of gratitude.   Join  Rachael Culpepper , Executive Director of American Heritage Girls, and  Melissa Bearden  for a thoughtful and faith-filled conve...

In a culture that often questions Biblical truth, diminishes family values, and redefines freedom, parents face a critical calling—to raise daughters who love God wholeheartedly, cherish their families, and honor the freedoms that flow from faith. How do we help our girls hold fast to timeless truth when the world is constantly shifting?   In this inspiring episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podca...

Military life isn't just about the soldier who serves— it's about the family who serves alongside them. From surprise deployments to frequent moves and long separations, military families carry unique burdens that most civilians may never fully understand. In this week's heartfelt episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , hosts Melissa Bearden and Natalie Ambrose invite listeners to pause and c...

Freedom is one of the most beautiful blessings we enjoy—but it's also one of the most misunderstood. In this Raising Godly Girls Podcast episode, hosts Melissa Bearden and Natalie Ambrose unpack the true meaning of freedom from a Biblical W orldview perspective and explore how to help your daughter see both the cos t and the calling behind it.   As our nation pauses to honor Veterans Day, Melissa...

In a world overflowing with headlines, hashtags, and hot takes, truth can be hard to find. Every day, parents face the challenge of sorting through conflicting narratives while helping their daughters make sense of it all. When everyone claims to have "the facts," how do we stay grounded in what's actually true —and teach our girls to do the same?   In this insightful episode of the Raising Godly...

Ep. 291 — Holding Fast to Biblical Truth in an Age of Relativism   When your girl starts asking hard questions —about right and wrong, fairness, love, or truth—how do you help her find her footing in a world that says truth is whatever she wants it to be?   In this powerful episode, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose dig deep into the cultural currents shaping our daughters' minds today....

In a world that tells our girls to "trust their feelings" above all else , how can we teach them to discern truth from deception? Join hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose for a rich, Spirit-led conversation on growing discernment—the ability to recognize God's truth, resist deception, and make wise decisions rooted in faith.   Rachael and Natalie explore the difference between simply follo...

What does it look like to raise girls who see marriage and family not as cultural constructs—but as part of God's unchanging design? In this powerful conversation, hos t and American Heritage Girls Executive Director Rach ael Culpepper welcomes Katy Faust , Founder and President of Them Before Us , a global movement advocating for children's rights to be raised by both their mother and father. Tog...

What does it really mean to engage in legislative advocacy as a Christian family—and why should it matter to you as a parent? In this thought-provoking episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose unpack the often-intimidating topic of civic engagement through a Biblical lens. Rather than approaching government with fear or frustration, this conversation...

Who really has the final say in raising your kids—parents, the government, or the culture around us? In this week's episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose dive deep into the vital topic of parental rights —not just as a political issue, but as a spiritual calling.   God has entrusted each parent with the divine responsibility of raising their child...

As Halloween approaches, culture puts darkness on display in costumes, decorations, and entertainment. But the truth is, not all darkness wears a costume. Beneath the surface of our daughters' social media feeds, school hallways, and friend groups, there are subtle yet powerful influences shaping their view of truth, beauty, and even God Himself.   In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcas...

Every day, our daughters are surrounded by cultural messages that claim to be empowering, positive, or even "spiritual." From TikTok reels to Pinterest mantras to influencer hashtags, the slogans sound harmless — " Good vibes only," "She believed she could, so she did," "Trust the universe." But as Christian parents, we have to ask: what's really behind those words? Are they pointing our girls tow...

As Halloween approaches, culture bombards our daughters with images of fear, darkness, and death—often disguised as harmless fun. But behind the costumes, creepy décor, and "fear-as-fun" mentality lies a much deeper reality: the unseen spiritual battle for our girls' hearts and minds.   In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden unpack what it...

Courage is not the absence of fear— it's choosing faith in the midst of fear. In this week's episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, American Herit age Girls Executive Director and host Rachael Culpepper sits down with award-winning children's author and content creator Kirthana Fanning to talk about raising daughters who have the courage to overcome life's obstacles.   Kirthana brings years o...

What makes an everyday hero? It's not fame, recognition, or a grand stage— it's a willingness to step into hard moments with faith and courage, even when fear is present. This week on the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose dive into what it looks like for Christian families to raise daughters who are ready and willing to answer God's call in both ordinary and...

Every girl will face fear—whether it's speaking up in class, standing up to a bully, trying something new, or stepping into leadership. But the true measure of courage isn't the absence of fear— it's learning how to move forward with fear, leaning on God's strength instead of shrinking back in doubt.   In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambr...

Shame is one of the enemy's most powerful tools—it twists mistakes into identity, leaving our daughters believing lies like "I'm not enough, I'll never measure up, I'll always be a failure." Left unaddressed, those inner whispers can grow into heavy chains that shape how a girl views herself, others, and even God.   In this powerful conversation, American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Directo...

We've all heard it—those quiet but crushing words our daughters whisper to themselves: "I'm not good enough." "I always mess up." "I'll never get this right." This negative self-talk may sound small, but it carries weight, planting seeds of shame, doubt, and insecurity that can shape how a girl sees herself, her choices, and even her faith. The enemy uses these whispers to keep our girls bound in...

Shame has a way of whispering lies that drown out truth. For today's girls, those lies are amplified by comparison, perfectionism, and a culture that magnifies flaws instead of celebrating God's design. Left unchecked, shame doesn't just shape how our daughters see themselves—it can entangle whole families in cycles of silence, generational sin, and negative self-talk. But as followers of Christ,...

Ep. 277 — Standing in the Gap: A Parent's Prayer for their Prodigal Child with Dr. James Banks   Few things break a Christ-following parent's heart more than watching a daughter walk away from her faith. In a culture where drifting and deconstruction are becoming all too common, it can feel overwhelming to know how to respond. Yet Scripture offers both hope and a blueprint: we serve a God who runs...

Every parent has a story. For some, it's a story of steady faith passed down through generations. For others, it's a testimony of wandering, stumbling, and finding God's grace in unexpected places. No matter which story you carry, your testimony is one of the most powerful tools God has given you to disciple your daughter.   In this episode, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose unpack th...

Every Christ-following parent dreams of raising a daughter who clings tightly to her faith. But what happens when she doesn't ? What if she begins to question, rebel, or even walk away from the truth you've poured into her?   In this week's episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose step into one of the hardest realities of Christian parenting: the...

Burnout isn't just an adult problem— it's showing up in the lives of our daughters at alarming rates. Between heavy academic loads, endless extracurriculars, and the pressure to be "perfect" online and in real life, girls today are carrying stress that leaves them weary in body, mind, and spirit.   On this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , host Rachael Culpeppe r, Executive Director of...

We live in a culture that applauds busyness and rewards hustle—but our daughters are quietly paying the price. Exhausted schedules, constant connectivity, and the unspoken demand to always "do more" are burning out today's girls long before adulthood.   In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden pull back the curtain on one of the greatest n...