Sparking Everyday Discipleship

In this episode we outline some of the reasons the bible is so important in the Christian's life. Why do we talk about reading it, meditating on it, and memorizing it?

Lori Vober, a writer, speaker, stroke survivor, and adoptive mom of three, shares her very personal story with us and what God has taught her through it.

This week we talk with Brenda Yoder, author, speaker, and podcaster, about the different stages in a mom's life. She offers insight and encouragement to moms. 

Brenda Yoder joins us to talk about some of the important principles of discipleship that we may have lost (or at least misplaced) in our 21st Century world. These are simple, clear ideas God gave us in His Word that we can bring back into our lives and relationships that will bring peace, growth, and joy.

BookWorthy and Books that Spark each offer summer challenges for families. Listen to learn more and to join in the summer fun!

Lori Vober, a writer, speaker, stroke survivor, and adoptive mom of three, shares her very personal story with us and what God has taught her through it. She shares how we can help our children find strength in perseverance and resilience and why that is so important. 

Hannah Prewett talks about how she is walking through her daughters' deconstructions of their faith. In this very honest and raw interview, we look at Truth and how we teach it as well as how it is received. We also talk about what scripture can comfort a parent walking through this experience.

Do your children know what's in the Bible and why it's important? Crystal Bowman has a new devotional for kids to help. In this episode we talk with Crystal Bowman about her newest devotional for kids and all that's been happening since we last visited with her. 

We have a great conversation with Author/Speaker Lee Ann Mancini who runs a non-profit Raising Christian Kids that provides materials for homes and churches for discipling children. Her children's books have been made into Christian videos available on several sites. She has some great insights and materials to share with us today including her latest book Raising Kids to Follow Christ.

In this episode we talk about the concept of home and its different meanings. How can we help our children understand the blessing of being hospitable? How can we help them understand heaven? What can we do to make our house a home? 

This week we have a compelling conversation with Megan Hill about some key elements in living the Christian life and helping our children embrace their faith.  

In this episode we interview author and speaker Michelle Lazurek and talk about surrendering to God. What does that look like? Can we really surrender completely to God? Come join the conversation!

April is poetry month, and we have some great books to share with you to use at different stages in your children's lives. Kristin Wynalda of Big Books, Little Ears joins us to talk poetry in this episode. Come check it out. 

In this episode we have a very lively conversation with the wonderful Billie Jauss, author and speaker and baseball wife. Come join the conversation. For show notes, go to terriehellardbrown.com.

We're back for Season 7 of "Books that Spark"! Our friend Glenys Nellist is here with us today to introduce her newest book--it's a special one you'll want to check out. 

In this episode of "Books that Spark," we focus on some wonderful books to help us as parents, grandparents, and caregivers in discipling our children and growing in our own faith as well as a couple books to bless our children. Next week we return with the first episode of Season 7. For now, enjoy this replay.

In this episode, Terrie talks about helping our children and disciples understand why we have the traditions we have. Without meaning and purpose, traditions become useless.

In this episode we interview Megan Hill, author and managing editor of The Gospel Coalition, about church and the importance of fellowship in the Christian's life.

Some people think we are foolish to hold on to the faith we have. Our children sometimes experience times when they are teased or ridiculed for their faith. In this episode of "Books that Spark," we look at some books that can help our children understand their faith, stand firm in their faith in the face of conflict, and that help them know how to respond to questions about their faith.

What does it mean to live a biblical culture? How does that affect us in our own culture, in our families, and with our friends? We are told to count the cost of following Christ. This is one of those costs.

In this episode which is an updated replay, we celebrate Irish Heritage and the legacy St. Patrick left behind. It's a fun look at traditional tales and true stories in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

In this episode, we talk about books about special needs to gain understanding and appreciation for each person's uniqueness. This is our last episode for Season 6, and we'll be back for Season 7 in a few weeks. We will post some replay and updated episodes for you during the break. 

Elizabeth Urbanowics, Founder and CEO of Foundation Worldview, shares ideas for discipling our children and helping them understand truth.

In this episode we have a great conversation with Ann Ingalls about her newest book just in time for Easter. 

In this episode, Kristin Wynalda shares great ideas for adding reading into your week for your family. You'll love her creative and clever ideas for helping our kids gravitate toward reading more and some fun ideas for making some family reading memories.