Faith in the Family Podcast

Jamilla and Bryan discuss Noah, his family, and the Flood. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message

Bryan and Jamilla discuss the reality of family or generational curses and their relevance to the fall of man and the first murder. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message

Bryan and Jamilla discuss why contentment matters, which country is supposedly the happiest in the world, and even touch upon the meaning of life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss ways to discern God's voice as opposed to just your own. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss the Prosperity Gospel and why it is problematic. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss how prayer has played a key role in their relationship. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan react to a recent article in the American Psychological Association's Monitor on Psychology. Citation Abrams, Z. (2023, June). Abortion bans cause outsize harm for people of color. Monitor on Psychology, 24-28. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss the importance of healthy boundaries and what differentiates them from unhealthy ones. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan interview Dave Eckert. Dave founded Intersect, which is part of Access Services, to help support people at the intersection of faith and mental health. Intersect: https://www.accessservices.org/services/intersect/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan explain the four keys to a lifelong, happy, and healthy marriage. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss the challenges facing American mothers in 2023. Citation Motherly. (2023). State of Motherhood: 2023 Survey Report. https://www.mother.ly/news/2023-state-of-motherhood-survey/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Citation Spector, Nicole (2019, March 27). Why 'lawnmower parenting' is like robbing your kids — and how to actually help them. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/better/lifestyle/why-lawnmower-parenting-robbing-your-kids-how-actually-help-them-ncna987526 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

The average age of first-time mothers has risen from around 23 in 1980 to 30 in 2022. This means there are more and more first-time parents who are above 30, many of whom are above 35. Bryan and Jamilla discuss this increasingly large group. Citations The Associated Press. (2022, May 8). Motherhood deferred: U.S. median age for giving birth hits 30. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/motherhood-deferred-us-median-age-giving-birth-hits-30-rcna27827Kincaid, E. (2015, June 15). American women are waiting longer than ever to become mothers. Business Insider. https://www.businessinsider.com/average-age-of-mother-having-first-child-going-up-2015-6 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan review many of the core aspects of Christianity. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss how to talk to your children about God. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss their journey toward deciding to try for a second child and what happened afterwards. They also talk about the common pitfalls in parenting multiple children. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss why Easter should be a more important holiday. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss what led them to becoming Christians. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Why do I have to give money to the Church? How much do I give? In what ways should I give? What is the biblical reasoning behind tithing? Jamilla and Bryan answer these questions and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss their journey as parents, the challenges that come with parenthood, and why being a parent is worth it anyway. Citation Savage, M. (2023, February 14). The adults celebrating child-free lives. BBC. https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20230208-the-adults-celebrating-child-free-lives --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss how it isn't in the Bible, it's origins, and ways you can observe it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Many people today think that highest aspiration in life is to "do whatever makes you happy." Bryan and Jamilla discuss the problems with this approach to life and propose an infinitely more sustainable approach which can only be found through a belief in Jesus Christ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss the trials and tribulations of dating as a Christian in the modern world. Plus, they answer the question: Do you REALLY have to wait until you're married? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss date nights and why they may not be as essential as some make them out to be. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss the concept of "hurry sickness" and how it can take a toll on your physical health. Dami Lee's Video on Hurry Sickness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuIZuUCKd84 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

The article we discuss in this episode is: Rabbitt, M. (No) license to wed. Real Woman, Winter 2023, 65-69. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Most parents have some kind of vision for their child before their child is even born. It could be anything from playing catch in the backyard to going to college. However, this simply isn't possible for some children. Andy Howard joins Bryan and Jamilla to talk about the birth of his eldest child, who has a significant disability, and the depression he suffered in response to this. Andy's Books, Podcast, and Contact Info: https://andyhoward.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Content Warning: This episode contains extensive discussions regarding suicide. If you or someone you care about are experiencing suicidal thoughts or are otherwise in crisis, please call your local suicide and crisis lifeline. For those in the United States, simply dial 9-8-8 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss the seven year itch, both as a concept and a movie, along with other times during a marriage where people may be at a higher risk of divorce. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla never sought out interracial relationships and had little history with them. They've now been married for over 8 years. They discuss what they've learned about interracial relationships from their marriage. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss New Year's Resolutions and why they generally don't work. Citations Norcross JC, Vangarelli DJ. The resolution solution: Longitudinal examination of New Year's change attempts. J Subst Abuse. 1989; 1(2):127–134. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

It's the week before Christmas and Jamilla and Bryan are talking about their favorite Christmas specials, what they still love about the holiday, and the true meaning of Christmas. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

This week our guests are Scott and Michelle Burgess. They talk about their son's addiction as well as their own work in addiction and prison ministries. The ministry they mention is called Conquering Life Prison and Recovery Ministries, a link can be found below. Conquering Life Prison and Recovery Ministries: https://prisonministry.net/clprm --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

What do you do when your child suffers from severe mental illness? Martha Stringer joins Bryan and Jamilla in answering this question. She also talks about her experiences with her daughter who suffers from a severe mental illness. Finally, Martha discusses how this has led her toward advocacy in the field and its impact on her faith and marriage. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

It's Advent! Jamilla and Bryan spend the episode discussing the significance of the season, how to celebrate it with your children, and lessons to take from it during your daily life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Happy Thanksgiving! In celebration of the holiday, Jamilla and Bryan discuss what they are thankful for as well as what every Christian can be thankful for! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Many people look forward to Thanksgiving. However, many other do not. Which group are you in? Listen as Jamilla and Bryan provide tricks and tips for having a less stressful, and more thankful, Thanksgiving! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

This week Bryan and Jamilla talk with Travis and Allegra Lee, a husband-and-wife team who run the Travis Lee Band. Their band travels around the country to share the Gospel and play worship music. They talk about how founding the band required them answering a call from God and how they include their children in the ministry! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Last week, Bryan and Jamilla talked about how to help others deal with their trauma. But what happens when you're the one who needs some help? This episode is here to answer that question! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan describe psychological trauma and explain how you can help others in your life who are suffering from such trauma. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss how the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross and his subsequent resurrection restored humanity's relationship with God and allows us eternal life. It is the last episode of a three part series on viewing Scripture from a more relational perspective. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan continue their three week series on biblical narratives and trauma by looking at the broken relationships of David and his children. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss how to look at the Fall of Man and the story of Cain and Abel in a different way. This episode may change your perspective on the entire first human family and teach you lessons about marriage and family that are still valuable today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

This week Bryan interviews Fred and Katie Kenney from Plays on Word, a theater group that performs plays based on stories from the Bible. We talk about their mission, background, and the value of Christian family entertainment in general. Jamilla will return as co-host next week! Plays on Word Website: https://playsonword.org Plays on Word Music: https://lnk.to/PlaysOnWordMusicVol1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan discuss an important topic among Christians: deciding whether to send you kids to public school or a Christian school. Jamilla has worked in New Jersey public schools for over 15 years and has a strong belief in public education for everyone. Yet, Jamilla and Bryan's daughter goes to a Christian school. Why did they decide that? And should all Christians send their children to Christian schools? We answer those questions and more in this exciting episode! Citations Kristian, B. (2022, August 22). Don't run for the school board. https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2022/august-web-only/you-shouldnt-run-for-school-board.html McDade, S. (2022, January 25). Taking kids to church matters more than the ‘right' school, study suggests. Christianity Today. https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2022/january-web-only/education-schooling-private-public-church-attendance-study.html --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss special education, specifically in the United States. Jamilla spearheads the discussion as she has worked in New Jersey public schools for over 15 years as a school psychologist specializing in special education. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

This week marks the first week of school for many children across the country. Jamilla and Bryan spend this week's episode explaining the importance of advocating for your children and the ways in which you can advocate for them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Bryan and Jamilla discuss several things to keep in mind as you send your children back to school this year! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

As summer winds down, Bryan and Jamilla spend an episode talking about different ways you can make memories with your children, regardless of the time of year or your budget! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

This week Jamilla is the sole host as she talks with author and teacher Tracy Cooper about how writing can be used by Christians to glorify God! Bryan will be back co-hosting next week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support

Jamilla and Bryan are delighted to be interviewing Rev. Dr. Ed and Rev. Lisa Crenshaw. This husband-and-wife pair of pastors lead Victory Church in Audubon, PA and have joined the show to share some of the wisdom they've accrued from their decades of marriage and ministry! Check out Victory Church: https://getvictory.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faith-in-the-family/support