The Winning Family Podcast

So many couples step into marriage with unrealistic expectations—shaped by Hollywood scripts, social media highlights, or fairytale romance stories. But when real life sets in, those unspoken hopes can quickly turn into frustration, disappointment, and conflict. On this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, we're unpacking how to move from unmet expectations to Christ-centered communication that builds trust, unity, and connection—not just with each other, but with God's design for your marriage.Rodney and Michelle walk through the five levels of communication and uncover what's often hiding beneath the surface of unmet expectations. You'll gain practical tools for deeper understanding and stronger communication. Whether you're newly married or have been together for years, this episode is for you. Tune in today!

Marriage is a beautiful yet complex journey—one that often brings differences to the surface. Did you know 50% of marriages end in divorce? It's a sobering statistic that highlights the importance of understanding God's design for a successful marriage. What do you do when unexpected differences arise in your marriage?In this powerful episode of The Winning Family, Rodney & Michelle Gage dive into how you can navigate those unexpected differences and build a thriving marriage. Whether you're married or single, this episode offers valuable insights for everyone!

What do you do when sparks fly in your marriage? Not romantic sparks… We're talking about conflict! If you're struggling with feeling like you and your spouse are no longer compatible, the issue may not be compatibility itself, but rather how you are handling conflict. Self-centeredness and pride often fuel disagreements, but mutually surrendering to God's will in your marriage can make all the difference. In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney and Michelle dive into a tough topic that every married couple can relate to. Learn how you can turn conflict into a catalyst that will strengthen your connection with your partner and be a source of deeper unity and love. Tune in now!

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, “Are You an Intentional Parent?”, Rodney + Michelle share the 4 Stages of Parenting so that you can set your children up for success mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. In fact, starting early pays huge dividends for both your family and your child's future. But no matter what parenting season you're in, you can commit today to becoming a more intentional parent. Tune in now!

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast “Growing Greatness in Your Kids”, Rodney + Michelle dive into practical ways to help your children uncover their God-given passions and unique personalities. Discover how to guide them in embracing their purpose, building confidence, and growing into the individuals God created them to be. Perfect for parents seeking to inspire and empower the next generation!

As a couple or parent, have you ever set aside a few days or even hours to reset your family priorities for the new year? At the beginning of every year, Pastors Rodney & Michelle take time to reflect on the past year and evaluate five important areas of their life that may need a renewal or a reset. In this special New Year's episode, they're excited to share these five areas with you! At the end of every year, every family ends up somewhere, but few end up somewhere on purpose. Tune in now and learn how your family can make these five critical shifts for 2025 so you're headed in the right direction.

As a parent, do you constantly compare your life to others and feel discouraged? Do you dwell on what you're not good at, or why you're not good enough? It's easy to fall into the trap of discouragement and comparisons. On top of that, many parents feel completely exhausted with balancing work and family life. But there is hope. In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage describe how you can shift your mental focus from discouragement to grace to get through the hard parenting seasons. Tune in now!

Do you wish there was more of an attitude of gratitude in your home? In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage describe the three values that appreciation brings into our lives, transforming our family dynamics. They stress the need for intentional appreciation in our interactions, with practical steps for cultivating gratitude: Say it, Write it, Show it, and Live it. When we choose gratitude, we not only improve our relationships but also transform the overall atmosphere of our homes. Tune in now for this timely episode as we approach Thanksgiving!

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage break down the four types of friends your child might have in their life—those who add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Using powerful biblical principles, they explore how choosing the right friends shapes your habits and your future. You'll learn how to help your children surround themselves with people who uplift and sharpen them, while avoiding those who take away from their growth. Tune in for practical wisdom on building meaningful, life-giving relationships that reflect God's purpose for your family!

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney and Michelle Gage dive into the key to building a strong, healthy marriage rooted in biblical principles. They share practical ways to be intentional in your relationship by understanding and meeting your spouse's needs, focusing on God's truth over cultural norms, and prioritizing togetherness in all aspects of life. You'll also discover how living out God's purpose for your marriage can strengthen your bond and deepen your connection. Whether you're newlyweds or have been married for years, these habits will help you cultivate a lasting, God-centered relationship.

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore the transformative power of a weekly check-in for Christian families. In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's easy for families to get caught up in a whirlwind of activities, schedules, and to-do lists. However, taking intentional time each week to slow down and connect can have profound effects on our children's social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In a world that often prioritizes productivity over presence, slowing down for a weekly check-in reminds us of what truly matters: our relationship with one another.

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, we dive into the powerful journey of reparenting yourself to break free from the cycle of generational trauma so you can raise emotionally healthy kids. We'll tackle the tough question: How do you heal from the emotional wounds of your past and become the parent you always wanted to have and be? Join Rodney and Michelle Gage as they explore practical steps for healing, backed by spiritual wisdom, to help you nurture your children with the love and support they deserve.

Are you ready to help your children discover and fulfill their God-given purpose? In our latest episode of The Winning Family Podcast, "Be a Purpose Pilot," Rodney and Michelle delve into the powerful role parents play in guiding their kids toward their unique destinies. Join us as we explore how to help your children recognize and embrace their gifts, passions, and strengths while also understanding and overcoming their struggles.

Join Rodney & Michelle Gage on this episode of The Winning Family Podcast as they delve into the powerful concept of being a "Training Camp Coach" for your child and discuss discipline in the home. Discipline is not something we do toour children, but something we do for them. It's all about correction driven by love, setting guardrails to protect, and guideposts to direct our kids toward a path of righteousness and fulfillment.Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tips on how to shape your child's character compass through effective teaching and training. Equip yourself with the tools to be the coach your child needs, nurturing them to thrive and excel in every aspect of life!

Imagine a home where your children feel completely loved, valued, and accepted no matter what. In this week's episode of "The Winning Family Podcast: Building Strong Spiritual Champions," we reveal the secret to forging deep relational connections with your kids, filling their emotional cups, and making your home their safest haven. Tune in to hear Rodney & Michelle Gage share how simple acts of love, spelled T-I-M-E, can transform your family life. Don't miss out on practical tips, heartwarming stories, and the powerful impact of entering your child's world. Let's embark on this journey of emotional trailblazing together!

In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore a critical aspect of parenting: helping your children uncover their God-given identity. In a world where many young people lack a solid spiritual and moral foundation, they are susceptible to the lies and deceptions of the enemy. As a parent, you play a crucial role in guiding your child toward discovering who God made them to be. Tune in to our latest episode to learn biblical truth, practical tools, and daily reminders that you can use to transform your child into a spiritual champion!

Set the spiritual tone for your child's life! Join Rodney & Michelle Gage in our latest episode of The Winning Family Podcast as we explore how parents, the #1 influence in a child's life, can be spiritual trendsetters, instilling godly wisdom and moral values in their child to raise them to be spiritual leaders.

"Every family ends up somewhere, but few end up somewhere on purpose." In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage dive into what it looks like to live intentionally as a family by exploring three pivotal actions that can help steer your family back on track toward the life you aspire to have.

Join Rodney & Michelle Gage on this episode of The Winning Family Podcast as they dive into the crucial topic of teaching your kids to cultivate a teachable spirit, highlighting how teachability is connected to likability, wisdom, and can reduce conflicts in your child's relationships. Tune in to discover how to empower your kids with this invaluable trait, setting them on a path of growth and success in their lives!

Are you struggling to instill spiritual values in your children or maintain a clear vision for your family's future? You're not alone. According to Barna Research, many parents feel ill-equipped to guide their children morally and spiritually, leading to concerns about their upbringing. But fear not! In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore practical strategies to empower you as a parent and steer your family toward a purpose-driven life using the Word of God.

As parents, we're confronted with a sobering reality: our children absorb not only what we say, but also what we do. In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage share the transformative impact parents have in shaping their children's futures.Are you ready to redefine parenting and leave a lasting legacy? Tune in to explore the five pivotal lessons children are eager to learn from their parents. From navigating failure to fostering financial literacy, we'll equip you with practical tools and biblical wisdom to become the role model your children deserve. For additional resources, encouragement, and biblical wisdom on parenting to help your family win, follow us on social media or visit our website! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheWinningFamilyPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_winningfamily/?hl=enwww.thewinningfamily.comDownload the 5-Day Family Challenge for FREE at https://www.thewinningfamily.com/7daychallenge

Why do people lie and what does God's word have to say about it? From seeking approval to maintaining control, we unravel the complex motivations behind your teen's dishonesty in this episode of The Winning Family Podcast. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage as they share valuable insight and biblical wisdom for parents navigating the delicate task of teaching their children honesty, from fostering self-awareness to cultivating accountability and seeking forgiveness.

Did you know that over 40 million Americans grapple with anxiety, with our teenagers being particularly vulnerable? By age 18, up to 15% of teens experience symptoms of clinical anxiety disorders. From stress at school to conflict in relationships and life-changing decisions, anxiety triggers are diverse and deeply personal. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage in this episode of The Winning Family Podcast as they share scripture, wisdom, and practical strategies to help you identify and combat worries that your teen may be struggling to overcome.Visit www.thewinningfamily.com to download the 7-Day Family Challenge and to find additional resources to help you and your family navigate today's culture and live with greater intention.

Are you struggling to get on the same page with your teenager? In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage dive into the complexities of conflict resolution, particularly within the context of parenting teenagers. Join them as they explore six practical strategies to navigate conflicts with wisdom, grace, and understanding to foster open communication and greater peace within your family.The H.A.N.D.L.E. framework for conflict resolution:H: Hold Your TemperA: Admit Your AngerN: No Judgment AllowedD: Deal With The FactsL: ListenE: Evaluate

Does your teenager lack motivation or confidence? In this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage discuss five crucial steps you can take as a parent to teach your kids to set goals that will infuse them with new motivation, purpose, direction, and confidence. One of the greatest joys you will experience as a parent is not so much in seeing your kids achieve their goals but ultimately in who they are becoming in the process as they fulfill their full potential.Resources:www.thewinningfamily.comwww.thewinningfamily.com/resources

Every family ends up somewhere, but few end up somewhere on purpose.Have you drifted in your marriage or family?What has caused your marriage or family to drift?Who do you want to become as a husband or wife?Who do you want to become as a parent?How can you help infuse motivation and confidence in your kids?During this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage share five critical shifts every family must make to win at home and in life as you begin the new year.Are you ready to make the shift?This episode also offers a limited-time offer to receive a FREE copy of their book, Family Shift: The 5-Step Plan to Stop Drifting and Start Living with Greater Intention.

Are insecurities holding your child back from becoming who God created them to be? Insecurity can rear its ugly head regardless of age; from toddlers to teenagers, every child will deal with insecurity at some point in their lives. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage with podcast host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they address top reasons why children feel insecure in today's culture and how you can help your child overcome insecurity to live wonderfully and fearfully — just as God made them!

We live in a world where 50% of marriages end in divorce. Couples may have good intentions at the beginning of their marriage relationship, but when life becomes difficult and couples encounter challenges, their relationship starts to break down. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they share how to build an unbreakable "bond" in your marriage relationship by sharing four things you can do to stay committed, stay connected, and enjoy your relationship again!

Just as the seasons change from fall to winter, summer, & spring; our parenting journeys have seasons that we all experience. Some seasons bring joy, and others may bring pain; some can feel calm, and others full of change. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage along with our host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they share what the fours season of parenting are & help you learn to navigate each season more intentionally as a family.

Being a parent of a teenager isn't easy! With all the challenges that this role brings, one of the most important things that you can do in your relationship with your teen is build security in your relationship. How? By giving your teens what they want! Join Rodney Gage & Dr. Linda Travelute as they discuss four things that your teen wants from you as a parent whether they communicate it or not.

There's no perfect parent, but there are certain roles, expectations, and issues we can bring into our relationship with our children that can do real harm! Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they reveal 6 roles that parents play that can sabotage your relationship with your teen to stop hurting your relationships and start helping them instead.

When needs go unmet, it leads to negative thoughts. Negative thoughts lead to negative emotions. And negative emotions lead to negative behavior. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they discuss eight masks that teens wear to hide unspoken needs so that you can unmask your child and get to the real issue behind their behavior.

Parents, you may experience days where you feel like you will never understand your child's emotions. It's difficult to navigate our own emotions, let alone someone else's! But, without addressing your child's emotional needs, they will stay stuck struggling to fight their way out of an emotional battle that you can help them win. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they share 6 ways that you can monitor the emotional gauges of your teenager and resources to support you along your journey.

If your teenager isn't telling you that something is wrong, then everything must be okay, right? Wrong! Teenagers don't always open up about what is actually happening in their lives which can lead parents to make false assumptions and miss opportunities to help their teen navigate what they are going through. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they unpack 6 false assumptions parents often make and share encouragement for parents raising teenagers in today's confusing and challenging culture.

Wouldn't it be incredible as parents if our children came equipped with gauges like a dashboard on a car that would alert us when they were running low on a particular need in their life? Kids don't always communicate what they need, and it can be challenging as parents to know what is truly going on in their hearts and minds. Join us on our latest podcast episode as Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, reveal 5 emotional needs that your teenager has, how to address them, and above all, how to trust in God as our ultimate provider to meet all of our needs.

When it comes to relationships, not everything always goes as we hope it will. Relationships are messy – and the relationship between parent and child is no exception! As parents, we want to protect our children and help them be successful, happy, and secure in their relationship with the Lord. But what happens when things don't go quite as you planned? Join Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they discuss how to navigate unfulfilled expectations with your children.

According to the latest research, the number one concern that is on the minds and hearts of parents today is mental health. Depression, anxiety, and suicide rates are on the rise, and the pressure to perform academically, athletically, and socially has become a heavy weight for our youth to carry. Tune in as Pastor Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute emphasize the importance of connecting individually with your teens as well as share practical strategies that you can use to support your child's individual needs.

As followers of Christ, we are called to show others honor and respect. This calling begins first and foremost in the home. Join us for our latest podcast episode with Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they delve into the importance of modeling honor for your children as well as share practical ways that you can establish a foundation of honor in your home.

Marital growth is not automatic. It's a process. As the old saying goes, it's not how you start; it's how you finish. During the episode, Rodney and Michelle will discuss the typical pattern and trap couples fall into that sabotages their marital growth and share three steps every couple can take to jumpstart their love and intimacy.

As Christian families, we are called to be Salt and Light. Why is teaching leadership to our kids so important? Because leadership is influence. In this episode, you will learn how you can raise leaders in your household who can positively change today's world.

The power of knowing each of your children's unique personalities will help you understand why they think and do things differently from others, make decisions in different ways, are energized by different things, and respond to conflict in different ways. When we understand our child's bent and equip them to understand how to harness their personality in healthy and productive ways, it can make all the difference in their lives.

How do you safeguard your marriage from temptations, secrets, or compromising situations that erode trust and transparency in your marriage? In this episode, Rodney & Michelle will discuss how to establish healthy boundaries that will save your marriage from disappointment and despair so you can have an unbreakable bond in your marriage relationship.

You don't have to sacrifice your most-cherished personal relationships to achieve your career ambitions. You can thrive at both! During this episode, you will learn three ways to win at work and home.

Tolerance, inclusion, and equality are hot topics in our culture today. Sadly, our culture no longer believes in objective truth. Truth has become relative. Truth is subjective and determined by a person's personal feelings and opinions. During this episode, Rodney and Michelle will discuss a practical blueprint for parents to equip their kids to stand firm on their beliefs and determine right from wrong.

We all have a God-given GPS placed inside of us. Our gifts, goals, passions, and struggles play a big part in helping us discover our natural strengths. In this episode, you will learn that when each family member finds their unique GPS, it will boost their confidence and give clarity, direction, and purpose to their lives.

Most of us approach parenting the way our parents raised us. That can be good or bad, depending on the approach our parents or caregiver raised us. In this episode, we will discuss four parenting styles that are most common in today's society and discover there is one that can make the most positive difference in shaping our children in a healthy, well-balanced way.

"Unequally yoked" is a Bible term used to describe a couple who does not share the same spiritual unity and priorities regarding the marriage relationship. The question is, what do you do, and how do you change it? In this episode, we will walk you through some practical steps you can take to get on the same page in your marriage relationship.

Most of us approach parenting the way our parents raised us. That can be good or bad, depending on the approach our parents or caregiver raised us. In this episode, we will discuss four parenting styles that are most common in today's society and discover there is one that can make the most positive difference in shaping our children in a healthy, well-balanced way.

If you could reduce the activities surrounding your family to just five things, what would those five things be? "Impossible, you say?" In this episode, you will learn how to prioritize what's most important and identify your own top five priorities for your marriage and family.

When we think of leaving our children and grandchildren a part of our lives, it might differ from what we believe. In this episode, you will learn it's far more important to leave something inside our children than what we leave for them.

In the year 2000, 70% of Americans said they belonged to a religious body. In 2021, Gallop research reported the percentage of Americans belonging to a religious body has dropped to 47%. The lowest in American history! Gen Z who was born in 1997 have dropped to 36% that claim to hold no religious affiliation. Barna research indicates 1 out of 5 parents believe they are doing a good job teaching their kids about spiritual and moral issues. In this episode, learn 3 important ways to teach your children how to develop their personal faith and hunger for God.