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Season 3 - June 2024 Equipping Kids to Evaluate Every Idea

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 52:32


Everyone, including our children, is constantly being bombarded with ideas and worldviews that compete to capture our minds and hearts so how do we evaluate and defend against those worldviews that are contrary to the Bible?  Tune in as we are joined by Foundation Worldview founder Elizabeth Urbanowicz to discuss biblical worldview and how to equip your kids with tools to measure every idea against truth.Foundation Worldview Curriculum: 00:00:34The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt:  00:11:07iGen by Jean M. Twenge:  "00:11:07Bad Therapy by Abigail Shier:  00:11:07Foundation Worldview (website): 00:25:12Acts 17 (Bible Passage):  00:33:48Send us a Text Message.

Session 3: May Episode Making Time for What Matters Most

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 31:49


How do you decide what's most important when everything feels equally important and urgent?  The team shares strategies to develop priorities and make time for the things that really matter.hcbcanchored/buzzsprout.comSend us a Text Message.

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Making Time For What Matters Most

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 31:49


Season 3 - Episode 4 - Raising Kids in a Technological Age

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 42:20


The task of raising children in 2024 looks entirely different than it looked twenty years ago due to a number of factors, including the use of smartphones, “chrome books” in schools, and the rise of social media.  How are parents, who were children in very different times, to raise children that see technology as a part of God's good creation but who also understand the dangers it brings?

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Steve Parr

Play Episode Play 27 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 34:11


Interview with Steve Parr, author of “Why They Stay”.  Steve shares from his research and personal journey about the investments needed to help keep kids connected to the church for a lifetime.  Steve also discusses how to stay connected with kids that have already strayed.

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Season 3 - Episode 2 - Learning and Living with Aging Parents

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 38:17 Transcription Available


Ann Carlino joins the team this month as they discuss how to manage family with aging parents.  They also tackle some tips to help younger parents know a few things to do early to help their families later in life.

Session 3 - Episode 1 - New Year & New Habits

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 29:36


The team shares about new opportunities this year and discusses the small habits that build into big change.

Episode 50: Christmas Time Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 15:01


Time is one of the most valuable gifts you can give.  Paul and Daniel discuss the value of time together and time with Jesus.

Episode 49: The Christmas Story

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 25:10


Enjoy a few Christmas memories and then be drawn into the wonder of the birth of Jesus once again.

Dogs, Cats, and Discipleship

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 21:13


God created animals for lots of reasons, and - believe it or not - animals can be a big part of building disciples at home.  Tune in for insight on that loveable family pet that is making a difference in discipleship!

Episode 47: Enjoying More Time in the Word

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 13:01


Enjoying More Time in the Word A short episode with tips and encouragement to help you spend more time in the Word of God.  Pastor Paul shares from his journey.  

Episode 46: Amazing Grace In Parenting

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 29:37


The powerful truths of the gospel are woven into our everyday lives.  We have the privilege of leading our children to a fuller understanding of the gospel each day as we walk in the Spirit and parent with wisdom. 

Episode 45: Basic Theology For Kids

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 29:37


The team discusses some basic truths you can begin to explain to your kids to help them answer big questions about God and the Bible.

Episode 44: Helping Kids Deal with Unkind People

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 30:06


We've talked recently about manners and friends - but how do we deal with people who lack manners and aren't friendly!  (Season 2, Episode 44)

Episode 43: Welcome James!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 31:53


James Spencer shares more about his journey to become the newest member of the podcast team.  

Episode 42: Back To The Basics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 29:11


There are only a few things that really matter in the long run. This is why making disciples at home is so very important. The team discusses what it takes to get the process going and how to stay on course.  

Helping Your Kids Have Great Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 32:07


Your kids will be significantly influenced by their friends.  Great friends can have a transformational impact on the discipleship process.  The team shares keys steps to helping your kids find and keep great friends.

Discipleship Hacks and Hints

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 31:44


It's hard to lead our kids, if we're not growing ourselves. Enjoy some hints, hacks, and resource suggestions to help you jump start your own discipleship journey! And a new member of the podcast joins the team - welcome James, our new student pastor!!

Episode 39: Don't Keep Up Appearances!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 41:21


Do you ever wonder if others have the same struggles as you?  The chances are, they do.  Giving ourselves room to be honest about struggles - even failures - is a vital part of the discipleship journey.  Our God is full of amazing grace and we don't have to hide our sins in shame!

Episode 38: Basic Life Skills For Guys

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 44:07


Returning guest Eric Williams joins Paul and Daniel in a fun discussion focused on basic life skills that guys (and girls) need to thrive.  Definitely a “dude” episode, with lots of talk of food, the Roman Empire, and tools!  A good listen for anyone raising boys.

Episode 37: Manners Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 40:27


It doesn't take long to realize that manners matter!  Polite behavior isn't the end goal, though.  Teaching our kids the principles behind manners and the higher goal of loving others is vital to the discipling process.  Dawson Romines joins the team as we unpack the impact of manners.  

Episode 36: Re-release Of Our First Podcast!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 23:37


All the way back to the beginning!  Our very first topic was “how to get your kids to church”.  Good stuff.  Hope you enjoy a throw-back!

Responsibility for Gifting & Abilities

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 47:51


What did you want to be when you “grow up”?  How do we best guide our kids to use their gifts and skills in the most powerful way possible?  Listen in and enjoy.  

Episode 34: How To Wisely Praise Your Kids

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 34:55


The words we use can easily build others up or tear them down.  Learning to speak truth and love is a fine line.  God gives us a Helper in this daunting task!  Listen in to learn practical ways to praise your kids and build their identity. 

Episode 33: Why The Tithe?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 39:11


God's Word has a lot to say about money.  It's a great tool, but a poor master.  When, what, and how do we teach our kids about money - including the tithe and generosity.

Episode 32: Back To School And The Rhythms of Life

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 37:31


Jennifer, Paul, and Daniel discuss the impact of new seasons and different stages for our families - some that come unexpectedly and others that sneak up on us.  In both, we have a steady God who never changes and never fails us.

Episode 31: Communicate or Else

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 27:41


An episode dedicated to the importance of clear communication.  When and where is best to communicate?  What blocks good communication?  How does the Lord communicate to us?

Episode 30: Fighting Fair - Or Not

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 39:41


Disagreements and tension are a part of all relationships and families. Healthy conflict is the goal.  As followers of Christ, we have a unique call to peace and restoration in our relationships.  The team unpacks how that plays out in the daily walk of life!

Episode 29: Unapologetically Apologetic

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 37:26


Daniel and Dawson dive into some apologetics.  If your kids aren't asking questions about God, they soon will be…so get ready!

Episode 28: Travel, Destinations and Discipleship

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 39:21


A fun episode where we discover that good destinations are more about who you're with than where you're going.  Make the most of your time together and enjoy the destination!

Episode 27: A Dad and Son Talk About Challenges

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 20:38


Paul and Jaden enjoy some Q & A about challenges, failures, and growing up.

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Taking Refuge In The Lord

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 28:44


God has a wonderful record of helping all who cry out to Him.  We know He is our refuge, but how does that play out in practical terms?  The team shares personal testimony of breakthroughs and freedom.  

Discipleship Journey

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 31:25


  The team talks about seasons of spiritual growth and breakthroughs.  There are things you can do to seek daily growth in your relationship with Christ - and then other times, a small act of obedience can jump start a season of growth and revival when least expected.  

Diving Deeper Into Social Media - Part 2, The Girls

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 30:36


Jennifer gets with her female interns to talk a little more on social media.  Kara, Savannah, and Taylor (parents had a lot to do with freedom).

Episode 23: Diving Deeper Into Social Media - Part 1, The Guys

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 35:45


Daniel and Paul continue the social media conversation with three young men. Jaden, Barak, and JJ each share helpful insights on how they were introduced to technology and social media.  We discuss limits, boundaries, and dangers - as well as the positive elements of social media and technology.

Episode 22: Kayla & Jaden on Social Media, Growing Up, and Dating

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 45:33


Tune in as Jennifer and Paul interview two young adults, home from college for the summer, as they share their thoughts on growing up with social media, growing up in general, and even some perspective on dating.  Returning guests, Kayla and Jaden, offer helpful advice for raising disciples at home.  

Episode 21: Social Media, Technology & Discipleship

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 38:38


One thing that currently makes parenting more daunting is the rise of social media.  If you feel like you can't keep up and you're concerned about what your kids may be exposed to, then listen in as we start the discussion on technology and social media.  We talk about the good, the bad, and some wise options for protection.

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Episode 20: Guarding From Loneliness

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 32:12


Pastor Chris fills in for Paul this week as we talk about the epidemic of loneliness that is plaguing our current world. We were created to be in community not only with God but also with each other. But even in moments surrounded by friends and family still we can find ourselves feeling socially isolated. How do we combat and guard against this for ourselves and our children when they feel like they are all by themselves?

Episode 19: Cultivating Faith

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 33:50


Paul and Daniel discuss the value of a growing faith in the promises of God. Jesus was always excited to find faith among people during his ministry, and as parents, nothing should make us more proud than seeing our kids trust in the powerful promises of God.

Episode 18: Learning From Giants

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 40:16


Who are the people that have had the biggest & best influence on you? There are “giants” who can pour into you and your kids, if we slow down and listen…most are just waiting to be asked. 

Episode 17: Growing Good Ambitions

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 35:47


Helping our kids foster the right ambitions.  Hard work and motivation can be successfully passed to the next generation - especially as the Spirit gives guidance.

Episode 16: Part 2 with Chris Watson - Family, Anxiety & Influence

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 40:19


Pastor Chris is back to share some of his personal struggles with anxiety, along with practical tips on discipling at home. The team discusses the value of previous generations. 

Episode 15: Mom Chat #1

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 62:55


 Jennifer, Cynthia, and Becky talk about the value of friendships for moms.  They discuss how to help each other's kids grow, how they deal with unique mom-stress, and where they find encouragement. 

Episode 14: Dad Chat #1

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 31:32


 Paul, Eric, and Tim discuss the value of friendships for dads and how we can help in discipling each other's kids.  We also look at unique stressors and encouragements for dads.

Episode 13: A Day in the Life of a Pastor with Special Guest Chris Watson

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 39:57


Enjoy some insightful discussions on work/life balance and the value of deep relationships as the team hears from Chris Watson about life as a pastor.

Episode 12: Guarding Your Family From Busyness

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 37:05


When the hustle and bustle gets overwhelming, it's time to figure out a better way!  Hear some honest discussion on schedules, priorities, and slowing down.

Episode 11: Bedtime Routines

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 33:06


 How you end the day makes a big impact on the next day.  Don't let this valuable time go to waste!  The team discusses getting the most out of your bedtime routines.

Episode 10: Helping Your Kids Have Vision

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 32:51


 Vision is that thing that drives you on and guides dreams to become reality.  The team discusses how to build vision into your kids through conversations, questions, and encouragement.

Episode 9: Prayer and Discipleship

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 38:09


One of the most powerful tools in the disciple-building journey is prayer - and it may also be one of the most underutilized tools!  The team discusses the mighty impact of prayer.

Season2, Episode 8: We Finally Hear From Tim Dooley!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 25:03


Tim joins the podcast to set the record straight!  Just kidding…Tim & Jennifer make an awesome team and share a little about what makes Tim awesome! We also explore the value of christian friendship for parents - a vital part of raising disciples.  

Season 2, Episode 7: Dealing with Fear and Worry

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 35:50


 Paul and Daniel discuss tried and true methods of overcoming fear and worry.  Our kids need to know the Truth that will set them free!

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