Couch Time Podcast

The Couch Time Podcast EP 153: Who is Joey Koo? (New Director of Student Ministry at the Fort Thomas Campus) Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen & Ryan interview the new Director of Student Ministry at the Fort Thomas Campus: Joey Koo! Listen to get to know a little bit about Joey and his heart for students. Text the word COUCHTIME to 94000, and send us your ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 152: 7 Ideas to help your student LOOK FORWARD TO CHURCH Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Caleb, Stephen, and Ryan give 7 ideas or ways you can help your student look forward to church. 1. Serve (11:53) 2. Reward the behavior you want to see (17:46) 3. Model how to engage (19:43) 4. Give the WHY (23:38) 5. Loiter (24:30) 6. Get involved outside of the church building (25:46) 7. Leverage other students (26:40) *** Register for Summer Camp! *** graceky.org/summercamp Text the word COUCHTIME to 94000, and send us your ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 151: Dating. Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Caleb, Stephen, and Ryan talk about dating in middle school and high school. *** Register for Summer Camp! *** graceky.org/summercamp Text the word COUCHTIME to 94000, and send us your ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 150: Guest Ryan Petrie - Being An Angry Parent Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen and Ryan get to talk with Stephen's dad, Ryan Petrie! Ryan shares his experience in dealing with anger as a parent and some hope and help for those who are struggling in this area. Ryan Petrie is an elder at Grace Fellowship Church and has four adult children. Have questions or topics you'd like us to cover on the podcast? Text the word COUCHTIME to 94000, and send us your question.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 149: Introducing the New-ish Director of MSM Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Ryan welcome Caleb Lewis, the new-ish Director of Middle School Ministry!. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 148: Good Grief with Julia Petrie Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen and Aaron get to sit down with Stephen's mom, Julie Petrie, to talk about grieving during the holidays. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 147: Why Your Student Isn't Reading the Bible Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan talks about Bible reading and Gen Z. He also gives a lot of really great resources to help your student with their Bible reading. Read Scripture App - Reading Plan with videos attached Bible App DWELL audible app NET Bible Topical Memory System App ($5) The Bible Memory App ($10) PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 146: Pastor Brad & Parenting Pitfalls Today on The Couch Time Podcast, we have special guest: Pastor Brad Bigney! Pastor Brad gives some helpful and biblical advice on parenting, especially when it's hard. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 145: Planting Seeds of Faith During Advent Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Ryan talk about Christmas traditions and having conversations with your kids about the reasons for why you do what you do during the Advent season - which will hopefully point them to Jesus. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 144: The Thanksgiving Episode Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen and Ryan talk about thanksgiving and ideas for how to practice gratitude with your students. ***Register TODAY for Winter Retreat at your campus! FLORENCE https://www.graceky.org/winterretreatflo/ FORT THOMAS https://www.graceky.org/winterretreatftt/ INDEPENDENCE https://www.graceky.org/winterretreatind/ PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 143: Aaron is Back! (And a few things about rest) Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan, Stephen, and AARON are back together talking about Aaron's Sabbatical and things he learned about the value of rest and being present. There are some really good things to think about for individuals and families. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 142: The 5 Metrics of Grace Today on The Couch Time Podcast...It's the Ryan Conlon Show! Ryan talks about some really good book recommendations based on 5 markers of spiritual growth. Click HERE for the book list: https://www.graceky.org/tctp-ep142/ PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 141: The RRRRs of Winter Retreat Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Stephen talk about why Winter Retreat is like 20 Youth Groups Nights in 1 weekend. REGISTRATION INFO Fort Thomas - Coming soon! Independence ⬇️ https://www.graceky.org/winterretreatind/ Florence ⬇️ https://www.graceky.org/winterretreatflo/ PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 140: Lies We Believe: Our Words Can Be Private Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Stephen talk about a different way to approach the conversation with your student about the words they say. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Stephen talk about the importance of being a part of the church and that just because you go to church doesn't make you a Christian. Would you please email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what you want us to talk about?

The Couch Time Podcast EP 138: So, You Didn't Want To Volunteer? | Special Guest: Jared Hurless Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Stephen interview another 5 year student ministry volunteer veteran: Jared Hurless. Learn more about the amazing men and women that week in and week out care for your students and point them to Jesus. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 137: Volunteer Spotlight: Abbey Owens Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Stephen get to talk with Abbey Owens, who is a high school girls Small Group Leader at the Independence Campus. You'll get to hear from Abbey about what she loves, what's challenging, and maybe glean some insights from her 4+ years of experience in Student Ministry. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 136: Do You Know How To Talk About The Gospel? Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Steven and Ryan talk about how to talk about the Gospel, why it's crucial that you know how to articulate it, and how to share it with your student. SHOW NOTES Steven referenced the episode with Dr. Chad Everhart (CLICK to watch) 3 Circles Diagram | Gospel explanation (CLICK to watch) The Bridge | Gospel explanation (CLICK to watch) PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 135: Change, and how to navigate it Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan & Stephen talk about change, the good, the bad, and how God uses change in our lives. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 134: You know what surprised me? Thoughts from almost 4 years in student ministry Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Josh talk about some things that surprised Josh over the past 3-4 years of being in student ministry. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 133: Who's On Your Team? Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Ryan talk about the value of getting to know your student's small group leaders and practical ways of teaming up. You as a parent have valuable insight into your student, and by teaming up with your student's small group leader, you both will be better equipped to strategically love your student. SHOW NOTES - Meet them (come to youth group, parent meetings/equip nights) - Encourage them - Give them a strategy - Pray for them PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 132: Your Not-So-Small Impact On Small Groups Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Aaron talk about why we do Small Groups as a Student Ministry, and how you can use and impact your student's small group. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 131: Kickoff, Vision For This Year, and Disc Golf Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan, Aaron, and Stephen talk about the Fall 2021 Kickoff, some things they are excited about in student ministry for the coming year, and the Disc Golf Scramble. Sign Up for the Disc Golf Scramble: graceky.org/discgolfscramble Check out your campus's events: graceky.org/students PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 130: You Can Do It (Summer 2021 Book Club) Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron & Ryan wrap up the book discussion and talk about their main takeaways from the Summer 2021 Book Club on: "Engaging Your Teen's World". Check out the Fall schedule for your campus at: https://www.graceky.org/students PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 129: Depression & Anxiety (Summer 2021 Book Club) Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Stephen talk about depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicide, and some key principles in talking with your kids about these things. SHOW NOTES Axis.org Parent Guide to Suicide & Self-Harm https://axis.org/suicide-free-opt-in-page/ Axis.org Parent Guide to Depression & Anxiety https://get.axis.org/fb/depression-anxiety/ Grab your copy at the Florence Campus Resource Center or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 Check out the Summer schedule for your campus at: https://www.graceky.org/students PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 128: The New Sex Talk Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Josh talk about Chapter 9 from Engaging Your Teens World. This chapter is about sex, and hopefully you walk away from the episode with a sense of the urgency to talk with your kids and how to think of boundaries as a way to train these future adults. Grab your copy at the Florence Campus Resource Center or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 Check out the Summer schedule for your campus at: https://www.graceky.org/students PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 127: Two Types of Conversations (Summer 2021 Book Club) Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen and Josh talk the two types of conversations of conversations parents need to be having with their kids. Grab your copy at the Florence Campus Resource Center or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 Check out the Summer schedule for your campus at: https://www.graceky.org/students PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 126: Cultivating a Heart Connection Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Stephen talk about Chapter 7 of "Engaging Your Teen's World" - Cultivating a Heart Connection. Grab your copy at the Florence Campus Resource Center or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 Check out the Summer schedule for your campus at: graceky.org/students PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 125: Missionaries Cleverly Disguised as Parents Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Josh talk about how thinking of yourself as a missionary can help you better engage with your student. Grab a copy of "Engaging Your Teen's World": https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 124: Translating Culture Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Josh talk about Chapter 5 of Engaging Your Teen's World and engaging with your kids in a way that makes sense to them by using things that they know. SHOW NOTES - (page 60) Culture Translation: "The ability to understand, participate fluently in, engage, and transform a given culture." - The process of culture translation involves: 1) Pray, 2) Ask questions, 3) Research, 4) Analyze - What's good? What's wrong,? What's missing? What's confused? What does Scripture say?, 5) Discuss, 6) Pray - (page 68) "Remember, the goal is to train their consciences, not to be their conscience for them." REFLECTION QUESTIONS - How well do you know the Bible/God's character? - Are you humbly curious? - What is keeping you from being a culture translator for your teen? - Is there one thing you can do this week to take steps toward engaging your teen like this chapter talks about? Sign up for The Culture Translator from Axis here: https://info.axis.org/blog/tag/culture-translator PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 123: Conversation: The Hunger For With Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen and Ryan go deeper into some practical ways of the #1 way to build a relationship with your student: conversations. "You can't be real if you're rushed." - Stephen Petrie Order your copy of "Engaging Your Teen's World" https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 122: Your Wisdom, Their Wonder Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Josh talk about the things you can learn from the wonder your student brings, as well as how you can come alongside your student and share wisdom when the rules don't apply. Order your copy of "Engaging Your Teen's World" https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 121: The Most Important Conversation Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Stephen talk about the MOST IMPORTANT conversation that you can have with your student, as well as the one to have over and over again. Order your copy of "Engaging Your Teen's World" https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 120: You Are A Third Way Parent (Summer 2021 Book Club) Today on the podcast, Ryan and Aaron talk about chapter 1 from "Engaging Your Teens World" and what a "Third Way Parent" is and how it will lead to better connections with your student. Order your copy of "Engaging Your Teen's World" https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 119: Looking Back at the 2020-2021 School Year Today on The Couch Time Podcast Aaron, Stephen, Ryan, and Josh reflect on highlights from the past semester and give parents a few questions to ask the students as we approach summer. Summer Book Club book: Engaging Your Teen's World https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-Your-Teens-World-Understanding/dp/0764235826 PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 118: Why Your Student NEEDS Camp This Year Today on The Couch Time Podcast Stephen and Aaron talk about why your kid NEEDS Summer Camp this year. Summer Book Study book link: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0764235826/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_7ZTB14N264081BS1D588 Featured Announcements: - Register for camp! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 117: Dating & Being Single Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron and Josh talk about dating, being single, and things that parents can do to help guide their students from looking for love in all the wrong places. SHOW NOTES - Promote singleness as an opportunity (freedom & contentment in Christ, friendship) - Train your student on what it looks like to be a good friend. - Friendship is when 2 people are seeking and desiring the very best for each other, regardless of cost our outcome. - Show your love and affection for them (learn their love language) - Have ongoing conversations with them ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ON DATING EP 87: Is Your Student Ready To Date??? Parent Webcast | Students + Dating (w/Pastor Peter LaRuffa) Scriptures on friendship Featured Announcements: *Register for camp! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 116: YouTube and Your Student Today on The Couch Time Podcast Ryan and Josh talk about THE most popular internet site/app for students: YouTube! SHOW NOTES Things parents can do to allow students to have freedom and enjoy YouTube while also keeping them safe and not wasting too much time. Here are 10 quick things you can do… *Important point: It's hard to have absolute control/monitoring on YouTube. --> Kids can switch accounts, switch browsers 1. Talk and watch - obvious but important. Talk to your kids and watch with them. The thing about YouTube is that most people and kids like to share. 2. Turn on restricted mode - hides comments, filters some bad content (though not all of it) 3. Subscriptions are helpful - gives you a focused list instead of a never ending worm hole of watching. 4. Turn off auto play. 5. Delete app from phone. 6. I recommend no devices in bedroom at night for students. How do we redeem YouTube? 1. There are some AWESOME channels out there! 2. Watch things together on youtube - disc golf, civil war, documentaries... 3. YouTube is FUN and thats good! YouTube can be funny and thats good - can be a great place to learn. 4. Cool to see creativity on YouTube of content creators. Featured Announcements: *Register for camp! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 115: Connecting With Your Student's Music Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron & Josh talk about music and how to connect with your students and the music they like. SHOW NOTES 1. Research - commonsensemedia.org - Famous Birthdays app 2. Listen with them - Let them be the DJ in the car 3. Ask questions about the music and the artists - What do you like? Why? - Who do you not like? Why? - What makes good music? (Beat? Lyrics?) - What kind of music is helpful for you? - What kind of music isn't helpful? Ultimately, see if you can try to get into the world of your student and help them think about what they listen to. What they listen to will influence their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Featured Announcements: *There is still time to register for camp! ➡️ graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 114: How To Approach Anxiety Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Stephen, Josh, and Ryan talk about anxiety -- what it is and some places to start to engage with your student when they are anxious. Resources: Romans 8 Philippians 4:8 The Psalms Isaiah 43 "A Students Guide to Anxiety" - Edward T. Welch Topical Memory System Featured Announcements: Register for camp! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 113: Spreading Myths About Purity Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan, Stephen, and Josh talk about the Atlanta shootings, lust, purity culture, and encouragements for how to talk about sex in a way that won't unintentional send the wrong message. SHOW NOTES EP 88: How to Respond to Porn https://anchor.fm/thecouchtimepodcast/episodes/EP-88-How-to-Respond-to-Porn--09-27-20-ek9qft EP 87: Is Your Student Ready To Date??? https://anchor.fm/thecouchtimepodcast/episodes/EP-87-Is-Your-Student-Ready-To-Date-----09-21-20-ek469g EP 80: Part 1 of 2 - What is Modesty? https://anchor.fm/thecouchtimepodcast/episodes/EP-80-Part-1-of-2---What-is-Modesty---07-27-20-ek469b Featured Announcements: - Register for camp! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 112: So, What Do We Do About Easter? Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan and Josh talk about the most underrated holiday: Easter. SHOW NOTES Celebrating the lead-up to Easter is not an obligation, but and opportunity. IDEAS 1) Watch a movie like "Miracle" that has a good comeback story and talk about how it relates to resurrection story. 2) Watch online or attend a Good Friday service and talk about it afterwards with your students. Talk about the weight of sin. See if there are things that they can compare it to. 3) Read Scripture (see ideas below) - Easter Week in Real Time (Article) https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/easter-week-in-real-time/ - Holy Week Timeline https://csbible.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/18-03-Holy-Week-Timeline.jpg Featured Announcements: - Register for camp! ➡️ graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast EP 111: Fitness & Your Student Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan, Aaron, and Stephen talk about fitness, social media, body image, and ways that you can use exercise and fitness to connect with your student. *Featured Announcement* Register for camp today ➡️ graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast St Patrick's Day and NFTs 03.17.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan, Stephen, and Aaron talk about St. Patrick and NFTs. Register for camp today! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast Life After High School with Special Guest: Dr Chad Everhart 03.08.21 00:00 | Intro 02:38 | Life After High School: State of the Union - Between the years of 18 & 25, young men and women need MORE discipleship, not less. - This is an age range where they are really trying to figure out what they believe and are wrestling with all the different questions that are coming at them. - The worldview that they develop in these years will be primarily what they will believe for the rest of their lives. - This age range is almost like starting the pre-school years over again. 06:16 | The Drop Off - Parents can often drop off their kids and think that just because they were raised in a Christian environment that everything will just be fine. - Your kids at this age, by and large, love and value you more than you might realize. They care about your opinion. 09:28 | What are some of the factors in students that thrive spiritually in college? - The kids that have parents daily involved spiritually in their life. It's what their parents are investing in them, not just a "Sunday" thing. - Their faith has been tested before. They've wrestled with hard questions and know what they believe and how it applies to their life. - They are prepared and resolute. They know and are practicing spiritual disciplines. They know what church they will be a part of. They've been connected to the campus ministry. And they are committed to doing/being a part of all these things. 15:48 | The sobering truth - Most parents do not think about or ask about where their student should go to church. - When you do not communicate or asking about a church, then it is impressed on them that church is an optional thing. - With COVID, it's actually really easy to check out churches and their services online, so take advantage of that! 19:00 | What should parents and students be looking for in a church? - A big issue can be is that parents actually put pressure for their student to come home every weekend and not really be able to plug into the community that they are in. - It's important for them to be a part of a church that can minister well to their age group. - The 18-25 age demographic is the black hole of just about every church in America. - Look for a church that has 1) good theology, 2) meaningful worship, 3) good community. 25:46 | Is your student really a Christian? - You really need to figure out if they are REALLY Christians and not just a "church kid". That is going to play a lot into expectations and how you approach this whole thing. Register for camp today! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast Is it ok to swear? 03.01.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Ryan, Aaron, and Josh talk about swearing, Christian swear-words, and how to help you kids know where the line is when it comes to what you can and cannot say. Register for camp today! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast Camp. Campus Updates. Connecting With Your Kids. 02.22.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron, Stephen, and Josh talk about Camp, things going on at each campus, and a few questions and things to think about when connecting with your kids. Register for camp today! graceky.org/summercamp PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast How To Go After The Heart Of Your Student 02.15.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Josh, Aaron, and Ryan talk about why going after your student's heart is so important and how to go about it. SHOW NOTES 00:00 | Intro 03:13 | Why is it important to go after the heart? "The encouragement of the heart really is the gateway to understanding the Gospel." @Ryan Conlon re:Colossians 2:2 08:26 | Going after the heart is more important that reprimanding the actions 10:38 | "It's just taking the time to have the conversation, rather than just coming in to fix...the situation." @Aaron Barnett 11:18 | To go after the heart, we need to train ourselves to see actions as symptoms and not solely the root of the problem, which is the heart. 12:04 | "It takes time to go after your student's heart." @Josh Lewis 12:27 | "Our hearts are discouraged by law and encouraged by grace." @Ryan Conlon 16:49 | What are some ways that parents can model/show their kids that they love them? It's really important to have a clear understanding of what love really is if you are going to model it. "Love seeks and desires the very best for someone regardless of cost or outcome." You can show love to your kids by encouraging them. 20:59 | Make them the expert: a way to show interest in what your kid is interested in. PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

The Couch Time Podcast Just a Phase? 02.08.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Josh, Aaron, and Stephen talk about how to pursue understanding with your kid as they grow up through different phases. SHOW NOTES "Is Your Student Ready To Date?" episode Understanding where you student is developmentally can give you context for how to engage with them and what you should expect from them. This can help keep you from treating them like they are older or younger than they are. Axis.org - Discipling Your Teenager Axis.org - Making Your Home a Safe Place Axis.org - Difficult Conversations "Parenting Your (6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th) Grader" guides from Orange PLEASE email us at podcast@graceky.org with ideas or suggestions of what would be helpful to you on the podcast.

THE COUCH TIME PODCAST Is It Just A Game? 02.01.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast Ryan, Stephen, Aaron, and Josh talk about different ways that you can use the playing or watching of sports to connect with your student and point them to Jesus. Using Sports for God's Glory It's a training ground for character/integrity, and doing hard things. It can be a great model for community and what it looks like to love and serve others. It's an amazing platform for evangelism. Even watching sports gives you just a shared experience and an opportunity to just talk. Pitfalls of Sports False identity (I am _______________) An excuse to sin (cheating, treating others poorly) It can be a distraction and take away from true spiritual community and growing in Jesus Starter Questions/Ways to Connect Over Sports Learn the sports and teams and players that your student likes and why. If you student doesn't really care for sports, it could just be an opportunity to hear what they don't like and why. (It's not wrong to not like a sport, but it could be a good connection point to learn more about them) Do they love watching certain sports? Do they like playing certain sports? What are the things that make [INSERT FAVORITE SPORT HERE] so awesome? (If your student plays a sport) What do you love about that sport? What is hard about that sport? (If a team sport) What is the best part about playing on a team? What's hard? Do you feel like you are the same person on and off "the field"? What tempts you the most? (is it cheating? being harsh with others? desiring to win above all else? etc) Ideas? Questions? Send them to podcast@graceky.org or contact the student ministry director at your campus.

Who's Responsible? 01.25.21 Today on The Couch Time Podcast, Aaron, Stephen, Ryan, and Josh talk about a way that you can use responsibility to train your student on their identity, being in community, and how they can serve others. SHOW NOTES Definition: Adolescence - “The prolonged transitional period of time from childhood to adulthood.” Especially during adolescence we believe there are three primary, and foundational, questions that teens need help answering. Who Am I? Where Do I Belong? What Difference Do I Make? Each of these questions we can find answers to in Scripture. Here are just a few to chew on: Ephesians 2:10 Genesis 1:27 2 Corinthians 5:20 Ephesians 1:5 Based on someones answer to these three questions we find out how to be responsible. Responsibility is the defining characteristic and marker of the end of Adolescence. Responsibility: “Acting, thinking, and speaking accordingly, based on where you are, who is around, and what you’re supposed to be doing.” Pray about, Consider, and search scripture for ways you can teach your students how to be responsible. And use it as a tool and way to talk with them about Christ, both when they succeed and fail. Remind them of Who They are in Him, Where they belong, and What He wants them to do! Ideas? Questions? Send them to podcast@graceky.org or contact the student ministry director at your campus.