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Every girl has been uniquely created by God with gifts that can bless others and bring Him glory. Whether she's a creative thinker, a natural strategist, or someone who simply loves serving people, parents have the incredible opportunity to nurture those God-given strengths while helping their daughters remember that every talent is ultimately a gift from the Lord.  In this episode of Raising Godly Girls, co-hosts Melissa Bearden and Natalie Ambrose continue their conversation about raising entrepreneurial Christian girls by exploring the role of creativity, imagination, and innovation in God's design. Together, they discuss why childhood is such a valuable season for dreaming, experimenting, and learning through failure—and how parents can encourage girls to develop the confidence and resilience they'll need to faithfully steward their gifts for years to come.  Melissa and Natalie also share practical ideas for helping girls discover how God has uniquely wired them, whether through creative pursuits, strategic leadership, or relationship-building. Along the way, they remind parents that the goal isn't simply raising successful young women—it's raising daughters whose talents point others to Christ and whose identity remains firmly rooted in Him.  Whether your girl is designing handmade creations, organizing family projects, dreaming up new ideas, or simply learning how God has uniquely equipped her, this conversation will encourage you to celebrate her imagination while helping her steward it with wisdom, humility, and purpose.    Three Things to Consider:  Nurture your daughter's God-given creativity and imagination, giving her space to explore, experiment, and grow.  Encourage her unique strengths—whether creative, strategic, or relational—and help her see how God can use each one to serve others.  Keep her identity anchored in Christ so that every talent, opportunity, and success becomes another way to glorify the One who gifted her.    Scriptures Referenced:  1 Corinthians 12  Luke 14:28  Matthew 25:40    Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.     To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

The devil is not after your bank account. He is after your thought life. Here is how to take every thought captive and answer it with the Word. FREE DAILY DEVOTIONALS A short word from the Word in your inbox every morning. Free, and you can start today. https://increaseministries.com/start-here JOIN THE INCREASE ACADEMY Live morning calls, the 12 month discipleship path, and a community of believers growing together. https://increaseacademy.com KINGDOM LAUNCHPAD You know you're called. This is where you finally get started. https://www.skool.com/kingdom-launchpad-6884 MY BOOKS Short, practical reads on faith, identity, and increase. Most you can finish in one sitting. https://increaseministries.com/books LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Take the teaching with you. Every message on audio. https://open.spotify.com/show/5qwNtJ3M2ZQOnrTzXhMqZI SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE New teaching every week. Hit subscribe so you don't miss it. https://www.youtube.com/@TravisPeters/videos GIVE Your giving puts this teaching in front of believers who need it. https://increaseministries.com/give ABOUT THIS TEACHING Most believers never stop to think about what they are thinking about. That is exactly what the enemy is counting on. If he can dominate your thought life with fear, worry, and what if it doesn't work, he does not have to do anything else. Your beliefs follow your thoughts, your words follow your beliefs, and your actions follow your words. He gets the outcome he wanted without ever touching your circumstances. In this teaching we walk through 2 Corinthians 10:5 and Romans 12:2 in the New Living Translation, then open Matthew 6:25-34, John 14:26-27, and John 16:33 in the Amplified. Jesus gave a direct instruction: stop being worried and anxious saying what will we eat, what will we drink, how are we going to make it. That is a command, which means you have the ability to carry it out. You have power, love, and a sound and well disciplined mind, and you can answer every fear thought the same way Jesus answered Satan. It is written. Taught live on the morning call inside the Increase Academy, where we get in the Word together before the day starts. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN - Why your dominating thoughts set the direction of your life - How one negative thought stair steps into a full spiral - How to catch a thought and make it obey Christ - The scriptures that shut down fear about money, health, and the future - Why healing is always God's will, and what Mark 6 actually says - What Jesus meant by take no thought saying - How to answer what if it doesn't work with what if it does CHAPTERS 0:00 Welcome and good morning 1:00 The devil just wants to control your thought life 3:21 Take every thought captive and renew your mind 4:58 The basketball injury and the 45 second spiral 7:05 Do not be ignorant of his devices, answer with the Word 10:04 The woman who wanted to lay hands on her brother 13:47 Is it always God's will to heal 20:14 How Jesus shut Satan down, it is written 22:56 Matthew 6, stop being worried and anxious 27:22 John 14 and John 16:33, His peace and courage when trouble comes 36:11 Closing prayer SCRIPTURES REFERENCED 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 12:2 (New Living Translation) Mark 4 Philippians 4:19 1 Peter 2:24 2 Timothy 1:7 (Amplified) Acts 10:38 Mark 6:5-6 2 Corinthians 9:8 Matthew 6:25-34 (Amplified) John 14:12 John 14:26-27 (Amplified) John 16:33 (Amplified) 1 Corinthians 2:16 James 1:5 Philippians 4:8 If this teaching helped you, like the video and leave a comment with what stood out to you. It helps more believers find it. Stay strong. I'm in your corner. Trav #TakeEveryThoughtCaptive #2Corinthians105 #RenewYourMind #Romans122 #ThoughtLife #ChristianMindset #OvercomingFear #2Timothy17 #Matthew633 #IncreaseMinistries

Sowing and reaping is not karma and it is not luck. It is a spiritual law God set in place, and He told us exactly how it works. FREE DAILY DEVOTIONALS A short word from the Word in your inbox every morning. Free, and you can start today. https://increaseministries.com/start-here JOIN THE INCREASE ACADEMY Live morning calls, the 12 month discipleship path, and a community of believers growing together. https://increaseacademy.com KINGDOM LAUNCHPAD You know you're called. This is where you finally get started. https://www.skool.com/kingdom-launchpad-6884 MY BOOKS Short, practical reads on faith, identity, and increase. Most you can finish in one sitting. https://increaseministries.com/books LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Take the teaching with you. Every message on audio. https://open.spotify.com/show/5qwNtJ3M2ZQOnrTzXhMqZI SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE New teaching every week. Hit subscribe so you don't miss it. https://www.youtube.com/@TravisPeters/videos GIVE Your giving puts this teaching in front of believers who need it. https://increaseministries.com/give ABOUT THIS TEACHING In this teaching from 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 in the Amplified Bible, we walk verse by verse through the law of sowing and reaping, why Paul explained it using farming, and why it applies to far more than money. Your time, your help, your encouragement, and your gifts are all seed. You will also see the verse I have prayed in first person for almost 20 years, and how to receive God's promise of provision the exact same way you received salvation. By faith. Not by sight. This is Part 18 of the Growing in God series, taught live on our morning call inside the Increase Academy. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN - How the law of sowing and reaping actually works - Why sowing sparingly still produces a harvest - What generous really means (open handed) - Why God loves a cheerful, heartfelt giver - What all grace and every earthly blessing includes - What it means to be completely self sufficient in Him - How to receive by faith when circumstances say otherwise CHAPTERS 0:00 Welcome and today's encouragement 1:35 2 Corinthians 9:6 and the context of the offering 3:17 Sow sparingly or sow generously: how the law works 7:42 Why this law is not only about money 10:42 A lifestyle of sowing creates a lifestyle of reaping 13:29 Verse 7: God loves a cheerful giver 15:13 Verse 8: all grace, every favor, and earthly blessing 19:49 How to receive it by faith, just like salvation 23:56 Prayer and declaration SCRIPTURES REFERENCED 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 (Amplified and Amplified Classic) Galatians 6:7 Matthew 6:33 Genesis 1:26 1 Corinthians 6:17 2 Corinthians 5:7 If this teaching helped you, like the video and leave a comment with what stood out to you. It helps more believers find it. Stay strong. I'm in your corner. Trav #SowingAndReaping #2Corinthians98 #BibleStudy #ChristianTeaching #Generosity #CheerfulGiver #AmplifiedBible #FaithNotSight #GodsProvision #IncreaseMinistries

What does it look like to raise a girl who is creative, courageous, resilient, and willing to step into the opportunities God places before her? On this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden and Natalie Ambrose shine a spotlight on the entrepreneurial spirit in Christian girls—and explore how parents can help their daughters discover and steward the gifts, passions, and talents God has uniquely given them.  Entrepreneurship isn't simply about starting a business. For a Christian girl, it can be an opportunity to learn confidence, leadership, problem-solving, perseverance, and faithful stewardship while keeping Christ at the center. Melissa and Natalie discuss the qualities they see in Christian women who blaze new trails, from faith and vision to humility, teachability, diligence, and a willingness to wrestle through the ups and downs of success. They also explore the importance of helping girls pursue God's purpose rather than simply chasing a personal passion.  In a Raising Godly Girls Minute, AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay encourages parents not to hold back young entrepreneurs simply because they are young. Whether a girl loves baking, making jewelry, designing, strategizing, or solving problems, small opportunities can teach her to take healthy risks, learn from failure, and invest her gifts in God's Kingdom. Melissa and Natalie offer practical ways families can give girls room to explore new interests, praise resilience rather than perfection, and keep their identities firmly rooted in Christ rather than in a particular talent or hobby.  The conversation also highlights how American Heritage Girls provides girls ages 5 to 18 with opportunities to explore passions, develop skills, practice Biblical leadership, and grow in resilience. From the Entrepreneurship and Biblical Leadership Badges to the many possibilities within AHG's Badge Frontiers, girls have countless opportunities to discover how God has wired them and consider how their gifts can be used to serve Him and others. Listeners will also hear about Heritage Headlines and the inspiring stories of AHG Alumnae who are following God into new territories.  Whether your daughter is already dreaming up her first business or simply loves creating, solving, leading, or serving, this episode offers encouragement to nurture her gifts while teaching her the most important lesson of all: her identity is not found in what she can accomplish, but in who she is in Christ.    Three Things to Consider:  Give your girl space to explore new hobbies, skills, and passions.  Praise her resilience and willingness to learn through failure—not just her performance or success.  Help her keep her identity rooted in the Lord, because passions may change, but her identity in Christ endures.    Scriptures Referenced:  1 Corinthians 12  Luke 14:28  Matthew 25:40    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.    

Family devotionals often begin with the best of intentions—but somewhere between busy schedules, distracted kids, and the pressures of everyday life, they can quickly feel overwhelming or inconsistent.    In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden sits down with author, Bible teacher, and The Gospel Coalition leader Melissa Kruger to talk about what it really looks like to build lasting, grace-filled devotional rhythms at home. Together, they offer encouragement for parents who long to disciple their daughters in God's Word but feel stretched thin or unsure where to begin.    Melissa shares both personal and practical insight—from her own experiences growing up with family devotionals to leading them in her own home today. This conversation reminds us that spiritual growth doesn't require perfection or polished routines. In fact, some of the most meaningful moments of discipleship happen in the midst of interruptions, questions, and even the occasional "train wreck" devotional.    You'll also hear how to release the pressure to perform, redefine what success looks like in family discipleship, and create simple, sustainable rhythms that point your daughter to Jesus over time. Whether your family is just starting out or trying to reestablish consistency, this episode offers hope that God is faithfully at work through even the smallest efforts.    Because raising Godly girls isn't about doing everything perfectly—it's about faithfully planting seeds of truth and trusting God for the growth.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Deuteronomy 6:6–7  Proverbs 22:6  Isaiah 55:10–11  Galatians 6:9  Colossians 3:16  Psalm 119:105     To learn more about Melissa Kruger's work at The Gospel Coalition and to explore her books, visit melissabkruger.com     Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.         Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.      

In today's culture, girls are constantly being told who they should be, what success looks like, and how they should define strength. But God offers a very different vision for womanhood—one rooted not in comparison or cultural pressure, but in courage, compassion, wisdom, and faith.    In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Patti Garibay welcomes author, coach, and speaker Kaitlyn Cey for a meaningful conversation about raising girls who are confident in their identity in Christ and bold in their faith. Drawing from her book The Five Ways of a Fierce-Hearted Woman, Kaitlyn shares what it means for middle school girls to develop a "fierce-hearted" faith—one that reflects the character of Christ and equips them to live with purpose in today's world.    Together, Patti and Kaitlyn explore the cultural pressures girls face today and how parents can help their daughters resist the pull of comparison, insecurity, and shifting definitions of strength. Instead, they discuss how families can intentionally cultivate courage, compassion, spiritual wisdom, and servant leadership in their girls through daily discipleship and Gospel-centered conversations.    This encouraging episode also highlights the vital role of parents, mentors, and Christian community in shaping girls who stand firm in their faith. When girls understand who they are in Christ, they are better equipped to navigate peer pressure, cultural expectations, and the challenges of growing up in a rapidly changing world.    If you're raising a daughter and longing to see her grow into a confident young woman who loves the Lord and leads with courage and grace, this conversation will leave you encouraged and equipped.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Joshua 1:9  Psalm 139:13–14  Proverbs 31:25  Micah 6:8  2 Timothy 1:7  Matthew 5:16    To learn more about Kaitlyn Cey, visit www.kaitlyncey.com      Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.         Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.    

What Happens in This Episode? We visit a party in this Jesus Stories episode. In our visiting, we are watching the other party goers to find out how they respond to Jesus' presence there. We see gratitude. We see worship. We watch service. But we also see criticism. The question we ask is, what is my response to Jesus in this setting? Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: John 12:1-13 Luke 17:11-19 Mark 14:3-9 Find Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXqA5H3HdRA&list=PLOT9Cm5P1tsQp1U8cEilDk5icjxE55KA8 Support Our Sponsors: Savorista Coffee: https://savorista.com/discount/STORIESDEAL Hero Care Packages: https://herocarepackages.com/discount/STORIESDEAL gt.Photos: https://gtPhotos.pixels.com Have You Subscribed to Jesus Stories? Subscribing helps us to understand who is listening to us. You'll always know when a new episode is available, too. A win for both of us! Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

#202 // God says do not fear. But your heart's pounding, your stomach's in knots, and now you feel guilty about the anxiety on top of the anxiety.So is feeling it the sin?No, Sister. And in this week's episode of Positioned to Prosper, we're getting into how this actually works, both scripturally and physiologically.Here's where most of us get tangled up...We read "do not fear" and we hear "you're not allowed to feel afraid." So, every time our body reacts, we assume we've already failed. That's not what God is commanding. The sensation of fear is going to come. But there's a difference between feeling fear and bowing to it, and once you can tell those two apart, obeying God on this stops feeling impossible.Here's what we're getting into:→ IS IT A SIN THAT I'M AFRAID RIGHT NOW? The difference between the sensation of fear and agreeing with it, and why confusing those two has kept you condemned instead of free→ WHEN THE VERSE STOPS "WORKING." What 2 Timothy 1:7 actually says in the Amplified, and what to do when a scripture you've quoted a hundred times has started to sound like white noise→ WHEN YOUR BODY IS RUNNING THE SHOW. The window you get when fear first hits, what's happening physically, and how 2 Corinthians 10:5 works in real time instead of just in theory→ GET THE WORD IN BEFORE YOU NEED IT. Why Joshua 1 tells us to meditate when we're calm, and what James means when he says the implanted word has power to save your soulFear doesn't get the last say over your life. You don't have to be perfect to walk out of the anxiety, panic or foreboding that's been trying to have you. Lean toward Him, and watch how He starts leading you out.

Bullying today looks very different than it did just a generation ago—and parents of girls are feeling the weight of navigating it all. In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, host Natalie Ambrose welcomes back researcher, speaker, and author Brooks Gibbs for an honest and eye-opening conversation about bullying in all its modern forms.    Together, they explore the science behind childhood aggression and unpack what families need to know about in-person bullying, relational aggression, cyberbullying, sextortion, and emerging threats like AI deepfake harassment. Brooks shares research-based insight into why bullying happens, how it uniquely affects adolescent girls, and what parents can do to respond with wisdom rather than fear.    This episode also equips Christian families with practical tools to help girls build resilience, navigate peer pressure, and ground their identity in Christ—even when social dynamics feel cruel or overwhelming. Parents will gain confidence to address digital risks, guide healthy boundaries, and foster empathy and courage rooted in Biblical truth.    If you're raising a daughter in today's complex social and digital world, this conversation offers clarity, hope, and actionable guidance to help her thrive with faith and confidence.    Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Luke 6:31  Matthew 7:12  Ephesians 4:31-32  Colossians 3:12-14      For more information on Brooks Gibbs' work, visit brooksgibbs.com     Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.    

Have you ever felt your body go into alarm mode over something that turned out to be no big deal?And how do you know whether you need to pay attention… or simply pause?When you practice Biblical Self-Care, there's a surprising connection between a fire alarm in an office, Elijah hiding in a cave, and what happens inside you when life doesn't go the way you want it to.Listen to this episode and it just might change the way you think about peace.Your next stepTake The Biblical Self-Care Quiz to discover which area of biblical self-care God may be inviting you to tend next.Scriptures Referenced in this Episode1 Kings 19Recipes Referenced in this EpisodeBaby Back RibsLet's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

In a culture that constantly asks girls to define themselves on their own terms, the Bible offers a far more hopeful and life-giving truth: every girl has a purposeful place in God's redemptive story.  In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden sits down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Jen Oshman to explore how Scripture answers some of the most important questions girls are asking today about identity, purpose, and belonging. Together, they discuss what it means to understand humanity through a Biblical lens—and why God's design for women is both beautiful and essential to His greater plan.  Drawing from her years of global ministry experience as a missionary and church planter in Japan and the Czech Republic, Jen shares how the Gospel speaks powerfully across cultures and life circumstances. Now serving in ministry in the United States, she offers thoughtful insight into how parents can help their daughters develop a Biblical Worldview that stands firm even in a rapidly changing culture.  Melissa and Jen also address an important message for every girl to hear: no life story is too broken for redemption. Whether a girl is navigating cultural confusion, personal struggles, or past mistakes, the grace of Jesus Christ offers restoration, forgiveness, and a new identity rooted in truth.  This conversation will encourage parents to disciple their daughters with confidence, reminding them that God is actively at work in every life—and that girls who understand His grace can grow into women who walk in courage, humility, and faith.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Genesis 1:27  Psalm 139:13–14  Isaiah 43:1  Luke 8:1–3  Romans 8:1  2 Corinthians 5:17  Ephesians 2:8–10    To learn more about Jen Oshman, visit jenoshman.com    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.    

You are the woman everyone counts on. The one who remembers the details, fills the gaps, serves the family, and shows up when others need you.But who is caring for you?Many Christian women have learned to give generously without learning how to steward themselves well. Over time, that can leave you exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering why something feels off even though you're doing "all the right things."In this episode, you'll discover why biblical self-care isn't about putting yourself first; it's about faithfully stewarding the whole person God created you to be. Together we'll look at the example Jesus set and explore what it means to care for your spirit, soul, body, and calling in a way that honors God.The next stepTake The Biblical Self-Care Quiz to discover which area of biblical self-care God may be inviting you to tend next.Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodeLuke 10Mark 1:35Mark 4:38John 11:35Luke 22:44John 2:1-12Luke 2:49Let's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

Is your daughter learning to follow Jesus—or simply learning to follow the rules?  Many Christian parents long to raise daughters who are kind, obedient, respectful, and wise. But somewhere along the way, it's easy to confuse good behavior with a transformed heart. In this episode, Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden unpack one of Jesus' most familiar parables—the Prodigal Son—and reveal a truth we often overlook: both sons needed the Father's grace. Whether your girl tends to be a rule-follower or a rebel, her greatest need is the same—to know the redeeming love of Jesus Christ.  As the Raising Godly Girls podcast begins a week focused on God's power to redeem and restore, Rachael and Melissa explore the subtle dangers of legalism, behavior-focused parenting, and placing our worth in performance rather than in the finished work of Christ. They remind parents that true heart transformation doesn't begin with outward obedience—it begins with the Gospel. Through a moving Raising Godly Girls Minute from AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay, listeners are also encouraged by the story of Mary Magdalene, whose life beautifully demonstrates God's heart to redeem, restore, and honor those who belong to Him.  Practical encouragement rounds out the conversation as Rachael and Melissa discuss how parents can lead with both truth and grace: teaching the Gospel before behavior modification, modeling genuine forgiveness in everyday family life, and lovingly addressing the condition of a daughter's heart without labeling her by her successes or failures. It's a timely reminder that God's grace is the foundation upon which lasting character is built.  Whether you're parenting a daughter who naturally follows every rule or one who frequently tests the boundaries, this episode will encourage you to keep your eyes fixed on the Father's heart—a heart that lovingly pursues, forgives, restores, and invites every child to walk in the freedom of His grace.    Three Things to Consider:  Teach the Gospel before emphasizing the Fruit of the Spirit. Lasting obedience grows from a transformed heart, not behavior modification alone.  Model forgiveness in your home. As parents confess, repent, and extend grace, daughters gain a living picture of the Gospel.  Speak honestly and gently to your daughter's heart. Whether she's a rule-follower or a rebel, she needs both truth and love as she grows in Christ.    Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Luke 15:11–32  Luke 8:2  Mark 16:9  Zephaniah 3:17  Galatians 5:22–23  1 John 1:9    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.      Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.   

Are you a conservative country folk, or are you a born-again Christian?In this urgent Sunday message, Coach Shelby dives into Ezekiel Chapter 9 to deliver a sober warning to the modern church. When judgment came upon Jerusalem, six executioners were dispatched, but a seventh man dressed in linen—a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus—was commanded to go through the city first. His mission? Put a mark on the foreheads of everyone who sighs, weeps, and cries over the abominations occurring in their land.The harsh reality is that morality and conservative country values will not spend eternity with God. The best of man is still a stench in the nostrils of the Creator. It's not enough to be appalled by the downfall of our nation—we must grab hold of the horns of the altar, truly repent, and carry the Gospel into our communities without compromise. If you claim to love your family and neighbors, but you withhold the message of the cross to keep the peace, you aren't showing love—you're showing hatred. It's time to find out if you have the mark of the cross on your forehead or if you're just playing church.Video Chapters:0:00 — Introduction: Ezekiel 9 & The Executioners of Judgment0:33 — The Man in Linen: Placing the Mark on the Forehead0:54 — Conservative Values vs. Salvation: Why Morality Won't Save You1:41 — Do You Weep at the Altar? Real Repentance Over National Sin2:15 — From the Altar to the City: Setting Your Face Like a Flint3:09 — The Hebrew Mark: The Letter Tav, the X, and the Leaning Cross4:06 — "It Is Finished": The Cross as the End of the Matter5:07 — Love Disguised as Hate: Why Withholding Truth is Sin6:06 — Hating the Abomination: Exposing Selfies, Pride, and Cultural Idols7:04 — The Declining Numbers: Dissecting the Lie of Cultural Christianity7:42 — The 50/50 Delusion: Why Narrow is the Path and Few Find It8:46 — Are You the 10%? Giving God Your Entire Life9:18 — The Fruit Test: Where Are the 64% Talking About Jesus?9:49 — A Final Prayer & Warning: Pick Up Your Cross and Witness TodayKey Takeaways From This Message:Morality is Not Salvation: Being a hardworking, hay-hauling, country-living conservative makes you a decent neighbor, but it does not make you a child of God. Heaven is not populated by "good people"; it is populated by redeemed sinners who have repented at the altar.The Mark of the Tav: The mark placed on the foreheads in Ezekiel 9 was the Tav—the final letter of the Hebrew alphabet, historically shaped like a cross. The cross of Christ is the final word, the completion of redemption, and the mark of those who are set apart for the Lord.Exposing Cultural Christianity: While public surveys claim that over 60% of Americans are "Christian," reality tells a different story. If 6 out of 10 people were truly born again, you couldn't walk into a store without encountering the Spirit of God. Scripturally, the path to life is narrow, and few find it—stop relying on crowd numbers and make your calling sure.Sighing and Crying Over Sin: God explicitly marked those who felt deep, spiritual grief over the abominations in their city. A lukewarm, passive attitude toward rebellion and false grace is an indicator of an unregenerate heart.Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:Ezekiel 9 — The marking of those who grieve over abomination and the judgment of the city.Luke 9:23 — Denying yourself, taking up your cross daily, and following Christ.Matthew 7:13-14 — The wide gate that leads to destruction vs. the narrow path to life.Mark 4 — The Parable of the Sower and the seed on different grounds.If this video stirred your spirit, don't keep quiet about it. Subscribe, leave a comment, and share this warning with someone who needs a wake-up call today. Take up your cross, get behind the Word, and be a real witness in Jesus' name!#WordTime #CoachForChrist #Ezekiel9 #BiblicalWarning #Repentance #TheCross #NarrowPath #TrueDiscipleship #BeTheChurch

THE BLESSING OF THE TEST • Friday Service Website: www.PastorTodd.org To support this ministry: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Why God Tests His People — And Why Your Problem Is Actually Your Promotion Have you ever felt like you are in a season of constant testing? In this service, we explore the biblical truth that God tests His people not to break us, but to reveal what is in our hearts and prepare us for the promotion He has prepared for us. Trials are not punishments; they are the refiner's fire designed to produce patience, proven character, and a faith far more precious than gold. Join us as we unpack key scriptures that reveal the purpose behind the test and the promise of the blessing that follows. Scriptures Referenced in this Service: Why God Tests Us: Deuteronomy 8:2 Producing Patience: James 1:3-4 Tested by Fire: 1 Peter 1:7 The Crown of Life: James 1:12 Comfort in Tribulation: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 A Way of Escape: 1 Corinthians 10:13 Unwavering Trust: Job 13:15 Chasening as Sons: Hebrews 12:6-8 Working for Good: Romans 8:28 The Battle is the Lord's: 1 Samuel 17:47 Intended for Good: Genesis 50:20 Strength in Weakness: 2 Corinthians 12:9 Do Not Fear: Isaiah 41:10 He Who Began a Good Work: Philippians 1:6

Healthy, Gospel-centered relationships don't happen by accident—they are built intentionally, season by season, conversation by conversation.  In this heartfelt episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Natalie Ambrose welcomes author and speaker Willow Weston for a powerful conversation about the lifelong value of Christ-centered relationships in a girl's life. From childhood to adulthood, the voices that surround our daughters—parents, mentors, friends, and church community—help shape their understanding of identity, truth, repentance, joy, and healing.  Together, Natalie and Willow explore why it's so important to have hard conversations early and often. Whether discussing technology boundaries, sexuality, cultural pressures, or addressing unhealthy sin patterns, avoiding these topics doesn't protect our girls—loving, honest dialogue does. Willow offers practical encouragement for parents who long to speak truth with grace and build trust that lasts.  But this episode isn't only about difficult conversations. It's also about laughter, joy, and the healing power of the Gospel. Willow shares how delight and holy humor can help break generational cycles of fear, shame, and silence—creating homes where daughters feel safe, known, and deeply loved.  If you are raising a daughter in today's complex world, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone. God is still writing stories of redemption. And He is raising up a generation of girls who will lead with courage, compassion, and unwavering faith in Christ.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Deuteronomy 6:6–7  Ephesians 4:15  Psalm 126:2–3  2 Timothy 1:5  Proverbs 27:17    To learn more about Willow Weston's work in ministry, visit willowweston.com  Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.      Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.     

Do you ever feel like money decisions are full of pressure? Spend too much, and you feel irresponsible. Spend too little, and you wonder if you missed out on something God wanted you to enjoy.The goal of financial self-care isn't to leave life with the smallest bill possible. Because sometimes the cheapest choice isn't the wisest choice. And sometimes the “responsible” choice is actually fear keeping you from receiving a blessing.In this final Kingdom Getaway episode, we're checking out of the resort and reviewing the receipt. Listen now to uncover what was worth it, what wasn't, and where God may be inviting you to spend with more wisdom, freedom, and intention.And before you go, reserve your December stay. The Gift of Christ: An Advent Calendar Devotional is waiting for you at the end of your Kingdom Getaway. Because the greatest Christmas isn't the busiest or most expensive one, it's the one where your heart has room for the King.Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodeMatthew 6:21Recipes Referenced in this EpisodeOlive oil cakeLet's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

For many Christian families, following Jesus means more than attending church or embracing a set of values—it means courageously changing the trajectory of an entire family tree. In this powerful episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose explore what it looks like to parent through a first-generation Gospel focus and trust God to break cycles of sin, dysfunction, and unhealthy patterns for the sake of future generations.  Natalie reflects on the transformative faith of her grandmother, who came to know Christ at age 40 while raising four children on a working farm. Though she lacked support in many ways, her steadfast devotion to Jesus reshaped the spiritual legacy of her family. Through simple yet profound moments—like encouraging a young Natalie to lift her hands in worship—God used one woman's obedience to alter the course of generations to come.  This episode compassionately acknowledges the reality that many parents are navigating family histories marked by pain, brokenness, addiction, unhealthy relationship patterns, or spiritual confusion. While psychology and counseling can provide valuable tools for understanding behavior, only the Gospel offers the power to truly transform hearts. Through Christ, families are not condemned to repeat the sins of the past.  Listeners will also hear an encouraging Raising Godly Girls Minute from AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay, reminding parents that generational sin is not a formula destined to replay itself forever. Through a new identity in Christ and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit, old patterns can be confronted, surrendered, and replaced with a new way of living rooted in truth and grace.  Rachael and Natalie offer practical encouragement for parents who sense God leading their families in a different direction. Building a Gospel-centered home may bring opposition, misunderstandings, or difficult conversations with loved ones. Yet Scripture reminds us that when our lives are firmly established on the foundation of Christ, we can stand secure through every storm. As Christian parents, we have the privilege of modeling repentance, humility, perseverance, and hope for our daughters.  Whether you are the first believer in your family, navigating complicated relationships with extended family members, or simply seeking to establish stronger Christ-centered rhythms in your home, this conversation serves as a reminder that God's redemptive work reaches across generations. He wastes nothing, redeems what is broken, and faithfully writes new stories of grace.    Two Things to Remember:  Keep your focus and your foundation firmly rooted in Jesus Christ.   Even when opposition comes, resolve to pray, move, and speak with grace so others may encounter the transforming hope of the Gospel through your family's example.     Scriptures Referenced:  2 Corinthians 5:17   Hebrews 12:1   Matthew 7:24–27   1 Timothy 2:4    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.  Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.        

This week, the Raising Godly Girls Podcast has been strolling down Season 3's hall of fame, taking another listen to your favorite episodes.    In a culture saturated with comparison and impossible beauty standards, many girls are quietly asking a deeper question beneath body image struggles: Do I matter? This weekend edition of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast speaks directly into that ache—with truth, tenderness, and Gospel hope.   Host Melissa Bearden welcomes best-selling author and Bible teacher Lisa Whittle for a powerful conversation about body image, identity, and what Lisa calls a whole-body theology. Together, they explore how Scripture reveals the body not as a problem to be fixed, but as a gift to steward—created with intention, dignity, and purpose by a loving God. Drawing from Lisa's new Bible study Body & Soul, this episode invites families to see the physical and spiritual as beautifully connected, not competing.   If you've watched your daughter compare herself to others online, struggle with confidence, or internalize harmful messages about her worth—or if you've quietly wrestled with those same thoughts yourself—this conversation offers a compassionate starting point for healing. You'll hear practical encouragement for replacing cultural lies with Biblical truth, cultivating gratitude at home, and helping girls anchor their confidence in Christ rather than appearance.   As Scripture reminds us, our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). When girls learn to see themselves through God's eyes, everything changes. This episode will equip and encourage you to foster a home where truth speaks louder than comparison, where body and soul are nurtured together, and where girls grow up knowing they are not mistakes—but masterpieces, made on purpose for God's glory.     Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:   1 Corinthians 6:19   Genesis 1:27       To learn more about Lisa Whittle, her work, and her books, visit www.lisawhittle.com/    To learn more about Lisa Whittle's book Body & Soul, visit https://www.lisawhittle.com/body    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.      Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.     

Summer is rolling along, and the Raising Godly Girls Podcast continues a fun week of fan-fave replays!   On this Thursday episode originally aired in May 2026, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose continue digging deeper on body image and practical ways to instill a healthy approach for our girls today.   In a time when cultural messages and marketing language are thrown around 24 hours a day, seven days a week, girls are bombarded by plenty of ways to think about their bodies, but none of it aligns with Scripture. So how can we help our daughters take hold of the messages, strip the lies of their power and urgency, and help girls rest in the Lord content with how He designed their bodies?    It's important for girls to understand that trends come and go—and it happens lightning fast these days! So if she's going to chase trends, she will likely always feel like she can never arrive—and she'll have no money! The Bible talks about the eternal beauty of a Godly girl's life that reflects Christ. This gives a more sustainable framework for girls to confidently navigate, trusting that God is working in their hearts no matter what the outward appearance looks like. Finally, the hosts offer a sobering look at how a mom's own baggage with body image can be inadvertently passed down to a daughter without a Scripture-empowered renewed mind.      Three Things to Remember:   When trends are your girl's measuring stick for beauty, she can be left feeling less-than.   Helping your girl weigh the temporary against the eternal will guide her to order beauty in a mature way.   Since your girl is watching how you handle your own sense of body image, it's important that we model this for her in Christian maturity.   Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:   1 Timothy 4:8   1 Peter 3:4   Romans 12:1-2   Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.   To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org.   

Who is the greatest?" It's a question the disciples asked Jesus, and His answer completely flipped their worldview upside down. Jesus didn't point to a powerful leader or a wealthy ruler; He pointed to a child.In this message, Pastor Ryan dives into Matthew 18 to explain the crucial difference between being childish and being childlike. Discover what true, life-changing repentance looks like, the three traits you need to develop a childlike faith, and the heavy responsibility we carry in how our actions impact others.Key Takeaways:Turn: Why God is more concerned with your direction than your perfection.Become: How to cultivate humility, dependence, and trust in your daily walk with God.Responsibility: Why living out your freedom shouldn't come at the expense of someone else's faith.

In this summer season, the Raising Godly Girls Podcast is circling back to listener favorites from the first part of season 3. Today's episode is a replay of "Helping Girls Root Their Identity in Christ in a Culture of Pressure with Eric & Eden Geiger," which originally aired on January 10, 2026."  In this heartwarming Saturday episode, American Heritage Girls Executive Director and Raising Godly Girls Podcast host Rachael Culpepper interviews Erin and Eden Geiger. The conversation surrounds the many ways God forms a daughter's identity in Christ through a parent's ongoing journey of faith with the Lord. Rachael invites listeners to take in today's episode with their teen girls to spark at-home conversations.   The father-daughter duo discuss Eden's book, 50 Days to Embracing Who God Says You Are, written during Eden's junior year of high school. Sharing her testimony of a "wilderness season" with the Holy Spirit, the two guests reflect on their growth together as a family when this awakening shifted their home.    Eden recalls being the only Christian on her high school club volleyball team and how that threatened to encompass her identity and her future. With the anchor of her mother's resolve, Eden was called back to her foundation in the Lord. From self-comparison, idolatry, self-worth, social media, and anxiety, hear Eden walk through a relevant season that many of today's faith-filled girls struggle with.    A distinct highlight of the conversation comes when Erin shares that a girl's identity in Christ is sealed through Scripture, releasing girls from the pressure to perform and easing her into a lifelong rhythm with the Lord.    Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Ephesians 2:10     To learn more about Eric & Eden Geiger's ministry, visit ericgeiger.com  Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.    

What if personal development self-care felt less like another project to manage and more like checking into the Kingdom Resort?In today's episode, you'll discover that God isn't asking you to strive for a better life. He's inviting you to walk in the one He's already prepared.Listen in and be reminded that you don't have to figure out every next step on your own. The King has already made the reservation, and the Holy Spirit is ready to guide you each step of the way.If you've been longing for more peace, more clarity, and a fresh perspective on what it means to grow in God's Kingdom, this episode is for you. And while you're here, go ahead and reserve your December stay too. The Gift of Christ: An Advent Calendar Devotional is waiting for you at the end of your Kingdom Getaway. Because one of the greatest ways to grow is to spend time with the One who transforms you. If today's episode reminds you that growth begins by receiving, you'll love spending Advent receiving the greatest gift of all, Jesus.Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodeMatthew 22:1-142 Corinthians 5:17Recipes Referenced in this EpisodeCaprese FlatbreadLet's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

What Happens in This Episode? In this Jesus Stories episode, as Jesus approaches Jerusalem he tells a parable of a rich nobleman. He visits the home of Simon the leper, whom he had healed. Simon hosts a party in his honor. Among the attendees are Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Mary anoints Jesus with oil – much to the dismay of some. Jesus finally rides into Jerusalem and is honored as the King he is. While the crowd shouts approval, the Pharisees plot to kill both Jesus and Lazarus. Jesus laments Jerusalem's future fate when he enters the city, takes a look at the Temple and then leaves. Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: Luke 19:11-28 John 11:55-57 John 12:1-13 Mark 14:3-9 Luke 19:29-44 Matthew 21:1-7 John 12:14-19 Find Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXqA5H3HdRA&list=PLOT9Cm5P1tsQp1U8cEilDk5icjxE55KA8 Support Our Sponsors: Savorista Coffee: https://savorista.com/discount/STORIESDEAL Hero Care Packages: https://herocarepackages.com/discount/STORIESDEAL gt.Photos: https://gtPhotos.pixels.com Have You Subscribed to Jesus Stories? Subscribing helps us to understand who is listening to us. You'll always know when a new episode is available, too. A win for both of us! Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Are you comparing your walk to the average American Christian, or are you comparing it to what God has actually commanded you to do?Live from Glen Rose, Texas, Coach Shelby delivers a powerful wake-up call straight out of Deuteronomy chapter 6. We talk about loving God, but do we really love Him with all of our heart, soul, and strength? When the Jews read the Shema, they covered their eyes to eliminate all visual distractions. Meanwhile, modern Christians put clocks, parameters, and time limits on the Creator of the universe.It is time to drop the "buttercup" false Christianity and look at the hard truth. If you claim to love your family, but you choose to withhold the Word of God from them just to keep the peace, you aren't loving them—you are choosing their temporary comfort over their eternal destination. True love looks like Moses interceding on his face for 40 days straight to stop a rebellion. It looks like having the word written on your gates, on your hands, and between your eyes. Stop taking breaks from God, stop playing games, and start imitating Christ.Video Chapters:0:00 — Introduction: Lane's Prophetic Hat & Jesus is Coming Back0:40 — Deuteronomy 6:4: The Lord Our God is One Spirit1:12 — The First & Greatest Commandment: The Solution to All Life's Issues2:04 — Eliminating Distractions: Covering the Eyes vs. Modern Time Limits2:24 — The Trap of Comparing Yourself to the American Christian2:47 — The Moses Standard: 40 Days of Intercessory Prayer for the Rebellious3:33 — Who Are You Put in Place to Pray For? (Spouse, Children, Family)3:52 — Deuteronomy 6:6: Circumcising the Heart with the Word4:08 — Teaching Diligently: Showing Real Spiritual Grit with Your Kids4:42 — Exposing "Fake Love": Why Withholding Truth Over Conflict is Sin5:06 — They Will Not Be Family in Eternity: The Urgency of the Gospel6:03 — Going to the Table: Crying Out for God to Change Human Hearts6:31 — Frontlets Between Your Eyes: Why You Can't Take Breaks From God7:08 — Don't Just Go to Church—Be the Church!7:24 — 2 Corinthians 3:18 & Ephesians 6: Becoming Imitators of Christ7:44 — How Jesus Ate with Sinners: The Word Was Always the Main Course(Note: The transcript loops and repeats the message details from 8:06 to 15:33)Key Takeaways From This Message:The First Commandment Fixes Everything: If you obey the command to love God with absolutely everything you are, there is no issue with prosperity, the lust of the flesh, the cares of the world, or your prayer life. When God is truly number one, everything else aligns.The Intercession Challenge: Moses denied his flesh for 40 straight days to stand in the gap for people who deserved destruction. We claim we love our unsaved family members, yet we aren't even willing to put in the serious prayer time required to see their hearts changed.Better Them Mad Than God: Many believers resort to "go along, get along" relationships with lost relatives because they are afraid of making waves. They are only your family for a short season if they aren't born again—they will not be family in eternity. Tell them the truth in love.No Hidden Faith: Deuteronomy commands us to write the Word on our doorposts and bind it to our hands. Christianity isn't something you turn on and off based on who you're around. What is number one in your life should pour out of you at all times, in all places, and around all people.Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:Deuteronomy 6:4-9 — The Shema: Loving God with all your heart, soul, and strength.Mark 12:29-31 — Jesus confirming the first and greatest commandment.2 Corinthians 3:18 — Being conformed into His moral likeness from glory to glory.Ephesians 6 — Being bold imitators of God as dear children.#WordTime #CoachForChrist #Deuteronomy6 #Shema #IntercessoryPrayer #NoDistractions #TrueDiscipleship #BeTheChurch

Who is the greatest? It's a question the disciples argued about, and it's a ladder we still try to climb today. In the world, greatness is about elevating yourself, gaining power, and being served. But Jesus introduced an "Upside Down Kingdom" where the way up is actually down.In this message, we explore Mark 10 to see why true leadership is service, how serving others grants you genuine influence, and why you are never ready for authority until you have learned submission.Key Takeaways:Leadership is Service (Mark 10:42-45)Service is Influence (John 13:4-5)Influence is Submission (Matthew 26:39)

When a daughter is struggling emotionally, many parents feel unsure where to begin. Is this typical girlhood stress? Anxiety? Depression? Something deeper? In today's culture—where girls report rising levels of sadness, loneliness, and mental health challenges—Christian parents need both discernment and hope.  In this powerful episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Natalie Ambrose sits down with licensed counselor and author Dr. Natalie Atwell to talk about recognizing early signs of mental unwellness in girls and responding with both practical wisdom and prayerful confidence. Together, they explore how parents can identify emotional red flags, guide daughters toward emotional maturity, and create homes where struggles are met with grace rather than fear.  Dr. Atwell also speaks directly to the spiritual dimension of mental health—helping families understand the difference between clinical mental illness and spiritual warfare, and how prayer, Scripture, and wise counseling can work together. If you've ever wondered how to intercede faithfully for a daughter who is anxious, withdrawn, overwhelmed, or battling dark thoughts, this conversation will equip you to lead with courage and compassion.  You are not alone in this battle—and neither is your daughter. Tune in for Biblical encouragement, practical tools, and renewed confidence to raise a girl who learns to steward her emotions within God's design for her life.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Psalm 34:18  2 Timothy 1:7  Philippians 4:6–7  2 Corinthians 10:3–5  James 1:5    To learn more about Dr. Atwell and her work, visit concord-nacounseling.com  Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.      Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.     

Why do we often take better care of ourselves on vacation than we do at home?Jesus tells us not to worry about our lives, what we will eat or drink, or about our bodies. So what would it look like to receive His care and bring a little of that vacation rhythm into everyday life?In this episode, visit the physical self-care side of the Kingdom Resort and discover five simple experiences you can enjoy today.And while you're here, go ahead and reserve your December stay too. The Gift of Christ: An Advent Calendar Devotional is waiting for you at the end of your Kingdom Getaway. Because the greatest Christmas isn't the busiest one, it's the one where you make time to care for yourself as you prepare to celebrate the birth of the King. Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodeMatthew 6:25Recipes Referenced in this EpisodeSummer Chicken ParmesanLet's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

Are you standing flat-footed on the truth of God's Word, or are you offering a fake, watered-down grace to the people you love most?In this Sunday morning message, Coach Shelby tackles the critical differences between salvation (putting our faith in the finished work of the cross) and sanctification (the daily process of being saved and walking out our faith in the Spirit). Looking directly at 2 Thessalonians 2:13 and 1 Corinthians 1:18, we dismantle the passive, "once saved, always saved" delusions and expose the false prophets who try to twist the simple word of God.But the real challenge of this message hits right at home: Where is your line?Paul explicitly commands the church to withdraw from brothers who walk disorderly. Yet, when it comes to our own flesh and blood, many Christians switch to a cowardice compromise. We look at why you'll instantly find your boldness if someone attacks your kids, but you'll sit in dead silence while a family member slanders the ways of God. If your passion doesn't produce a righteous indignation for the Creator of the universe, it's time to check which family you truly belong to. Stop playing games, stop coddling rebellion, and don't be a coward for Christ.Video Chapters:0:00 — Introduction: The Porch Monument & The Armless Enemy0:16 — Salvation vs. Sanctification (2 Thessalonians 2:13)1:04 — Tearing Down False Prophets with Simple Truth1:50 — What Are We Saved From? (The Wrath of God vs. Hell)2:06 — "Being Saved": The Continuous Process of Sanctification2:56 — Prerequisite of the Job: Faithfulness at the Burning Bush School3:35 — The Betrothal & The Certificate of Divorce (2 Corinthians 11:1-4)4:29 — Romans 8:1 & The Missing Piece of "No Condemnation"5:33 — Belief Unlocks the Power: The Fruits of Matthew 76:50 — 2 Thessalonians 3:6: Withdrawing from the Disorderly Brother7:45 — Where Is Your Line? The Trap of Family "Fake Grace"8:36 — The Timid Parent Analogy: Passion Reveals Your True Boldness9:46 — Coddling the Slander of God to Avoid Conflict at Home11:16 — Fighting Idleness: The Punching Bag & The Torn Bicep Update12:23 — Why We Don't Quit When We Get Kicked in the Face13:10 — Righteous Indignation: Go Bust It Up & Stand for JesusKey Takeaways From This Message:Salvation is Free, But It Costs a Commitment: It costs your faithfulness. It is an engagement—a betrothal to Christ. But just as God granted a certificate of divorce to Israel for her unfaithfulness, a broken commitment through a lack of faith separates you from the wedding.The Process of "Being Saved": 1 Corinthians 1:18 notes that the cross is the power of God to those who are being saved. Sanctification is your daily walk. Just like any job on this earth, there is a standard of criteria to keep you in position. God did His job; now do yours.The "Fake Grace" Perversion: True love means sharing the truth of God's Word. When you withhold the scriptures from family members who hate God because you want to keep the peace, you aren't showing love—you are showing a cowardice compromise that will be confronted at judgment.Righteous Indignation is True Love: If you love your children, you will fight for them even when they are wrong. You are never wrong to fight for God because His Word is always "Yay and Amen." True alignment with the Spirit creates a passion that refuses to sit silently in the presence of rebellion.Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:2 Thessalonians 2:13 — Salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth.1 Corinthians 1:18 & Philippians 2:12 — The message of the cross to us who are being saved; working out your salvation.2 Corinthians 11:1-4 — Being betrothed to one husband as a chaste virgin to Christ.Romans 8:1 — No condemnation for those who walk not according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.2 Thessalonians 3:6-10 — Command to withdraw from every brother who walks disorderly and idle.

In a time when conversations about patriotism can feel complicated and even divisive, many Christian families are asking an important question: How do we raise daughters who love God first while also faithfully stewarding their role as citizens?  In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden sits down with actress, author, and Constituting America Founder Janine Turner for a timely and meaningful conversation about faith, freedom, and the responsibility of citizenship. As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, this discussion invites families to reflect on the blessings of liberty, the importance of understanding our nation's history, and the role the next generation will play in shaping its future.  Together, Melissa and Janine explore how parents can guide their daughters through today's cultural tensions with wisdom and grace—helping them engage thoughtfully without losing sight of their identity in Christ. They also discuss why so few nations endure for centuries, what has sustained the United States thus far, and how Christian families can intentionally prepare girls to be leaders who value truth, humility, and service.  This episode also highlights the importance of civic education and the growing need for Christians to step into roles of leadership and public service. When girls understand both their faith and their freedoms, they are better equipped to live with purpose and influence in the world around them.  If you're looking for a balanced, faith-filled approach to raising daughters who are grounded in truth and prepared to engage their culture, this conversation will leave you encouraged and equipped.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:  Matthew 22:21   Romans 13:1–2   Micah 6:8   Philippians 3:20   1 Peter 2:13–17   Jeremiah 29:7    To learn more about Constituting America, visit constitutingamerica.org    Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.    To find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org.    

Are you running the race to finish it, or are you going to get disqualified right at the end?In today's episode of Word Time, Coach Shaw dives deep into 2 Kings chapter 9 and 10 to break down the tragic story of King Jehu. On paper, Jehu looks like a true patriot and a total hero of the faith. He was anointed by Elisha to carry out God's direct judgment on the wicked dynasty of Ahab and Jezebel, and he absolutely handled business. He wiped out Baal worship, eliminated the false prophets, and even turned the temple of Baal into a public toilet.But verse 31 drops a terrifying warning: “But Jehu did not obey the law of the Lord, the God of Israel, with all his heart.”We look at how Jehu's partial obedience directly connects to the modern-day American church, the deception of the "once saved, always saved" doctrine, and the reality of what it means to guard your inheritance so you don't hear those dread words from Jesus: "Depart from me, I never knew you."Video Chapters:0:00 — Introduction: 2 Kings 9 & The Story of Jehu1:03 — Elisha's Anointing & The Judgment on Ahab's House1:42 — Naboth's Vineyard & The Spirit of Jezebel Today2:16 — The Hour of Justice: Spiritual Warfare in Modern America2:55 — Revelation, the Fall of America, and End-Times Delusions4:12 — Exposing the Pre-Tribulation Rapture Myth5:16 — Country vs. Faith: The Narrow Path for Patriots6:26 — Jehu Wipes Out the Kings (Joram & Ahaziah)7:28 — Jezebel's Final Moments & The Modern "Spider-Man Meme" Inversion8:28 — Eliminating Ahab's 70 Sons: Going Beyond a 95% Mandate9:19 — The Bait: Jehu's Plan to Trap the Priests of Baal10:13 — Turning the Temple of Baal into a Public Toilet10:58 — The Golden Calves: The Kicker in Verse 3112:09 — "Depart From Me": Why Your Works Won't Save You14:23 — The Scholarship & The Inheritance: Losing What Is Reserved16:21 — Decadence, July 4th, and the Reality of American Privilege17:40 — The Best Person in Hell: Striving Daily for Total Surrender18:38 — Closing Prayer: Thanking God for Grace, Mercy, and JesusKey Takeaways From This Message:The 95% Trap: Jehu did exactly what God asked him to do when it came to destroying Ahab's house and tearing down Baal. He went all in on 95% of the mandate. But he left the 5%—the golden calves of Jeroboam—untouched. We cannot claim to walk with God while keeping our favorite little cultural idols intact.The Illusion of Patriotism: Right now, there is a massive alignment between American patriots and the Christian faith. But when the end-times pressure cooker forces a choice between country and Christ, many who love America more than they love the Word will fold. The path is narrow for a reason.Salvation is an Inheritance, Not a Possession Yet: The Bible consistently notes that our salvation is an inheritance reserved in heaven, untouched by rust or moths. Just like a college scholarship or a family will, you can break the rules, walk away, and forfeit what was waiting for you.Don't Be the Best Person in Hell: Jehu accomplished monumental things for the Kingdom, yet failed to give God his whole heart. You can be opposite to the world, hated by society, and incredibly productive in ministry, but if you don't finish the race in full obedience, it means nothing.Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:2 Kings 9 & 10 — The rise, conquests, and internal failure of King Jehu.Matthew 7:21-23 — "Depart from me, I never knew you."Colossians 1 & 1 Peter 1:4 — An inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, reserved in heaven.Revelation (General) — The final trials of the elect and the global shakeup before Christ's return.Let's stop playing games with our faith, check our hearts daily, and thank God for the grace found only in Jesus Christ. Have a blessed weekend!#WordTime #CoachForChrist #KingJehu #BiblicalTruth #EndTimes #WholeHeartedObedience #NoCompromise

What Does America's 250th Birthday Mean for Its Future and Our Faith?   To celebrate America's 250th birthday, Curtis Chang is joined by his The After Party partners David French and Russell Moore to ask how Christians should think about patriotism, democracy, and national identity in a divisive age. Comparing the optimism of the 1976 Bicentennial with today's fractured political climate, they explore America's founding ideals, the promises and failures of liberty and equality, the relationship between Christianity and the American experiment, and the dangers of Christian nationalism. Together, they answer listener questions and offer a vision for faithful civic engagement — one marked by gratitude without idolatry, honesty without despair, and allegiance to Christ above every nation.   00:34 - Introduction to America's 250th Birthday 02:07 - Comparing the 250th with the Bicentennial 09:18 - America's Gifts to the World 16:16 - Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? 25:13 - The Pull of Christian Nationalism 29:29 - Project 2025 & What True American Renewal Requires 36:07 - A Bottom Up Christian Influence on Government 40:30 - Politics is Downstream from Culture 45:14 - Guidance for Pastors on the 250th 48:24 - America's Historical Role in the World 52:22 - Defining Christian Patriotism 58:03 - A Closing Prayer For Our Country   Sign up for The After Party   More to Listen to: Good Faith 199 – David French asks: What the Heck Is a Christian Nationalist? Good Faith 181 – Can the Church Resist Political Extremism Again? With Paul D. Miller Good Faith 36 – The Religion of American Greatness Good Faith 207 – N.T. Wright Explains Ephesians: The Church, Christian Nationalism, and the Armor of God Referenced in the Episode: Remembering the American Bicentennial Celebration Remembering Operation Sail Remembering the Miracle on Ice Article: Christian Nationalism's Dark Forebears by David French Ben Rhodes' All We Say: The Battle for American Identity: A History in 15 Speeches Jon Meacham's American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House Legal Philosophy and the Founding Fathers James Madison's Memorial and Remonstrance Against Religious Assessments Who was the minister, Roger Williams? John Locke's influence and Christian faith & legal philosophy of the American founding The story of Thomas Jefferson & Rev. John Leland Understanding Frederick Douglass and the Constitution Article: How Viktor Orbán's Hungary Eroded the Rule of Law and Free Markets PEPFAR: President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Who is Freddy, the German?   Scriptures Referenced: 1 Timothy 2:1–6 (ESV) John 18:36 (ESV)  Colossians 1:15–17 (ESV)  Micah 6:8 (ESV)  Luke 3:12–14 (ESV) Philippians 3:20 (ESV)   More From David French: David French's New York Times pieces HERE Follow David French on Threads   More From Russell Moore: Sign up for Russell Moore's weekly newsletter Moore to the Point Listen to The Russell Moore Show (podcast)   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

Your bags are packed. Your suite is ready. But this isn't the vacation you're expecting.This July, check into the Kingdom Getaway, where Christ the King isn't just present; He's your Guide. No performing. No producing. No managing your walk with God like it's one more thing on the list.Just Him first. Not life first.Ready to hand your bags to the bellhop?And while you're here, go ahead and reserve your December stay too. The Gift of Christ: An Advent Calendar Devotional is waiting for you at the end of your Kingdom Getaway. Because the greatest Christmas isn't the busiest one, it's the one where your heart has room for the King.Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodeMatthew 22:37-38Let's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

As America approaches its 250th birthday, how can Christian families celebrate with gratitude, humility, joy, and a firm understanding of where their true citizenship belongs? In this festive and thoughtful episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose invite families to reflect on the beauty of both heavenly citizenship and the freedoms we enjoy as Americans during this historic Semiquincentennial celebration.  Kicking off with some lighthearted America 250 trivia, Natalie and Rachael set the stage for a conversation that blends family fun, Biblical Worldview, and meaningful reflection on our nation's history. From the U.S. Constitution to the First Amendment's protection of religious liberty, this episode encourages families to rediscover the founding principles that shaped our nation while keeping Christ firmly at the center.  Rachael shares memories of visiting the National Archives as a child and how mentors in her life helped her understand the importance of ordering her identity rightly—heavenly citizenship first, earthly citizenship second. Together, she and Natalie discuss the importance of helping girls learn not simply what to think about culture, government, and history, but how to think through those issues with wisdom, humility, and Biblical discernment.  Listeners will also hear wisdom from Patti Garibay in this week's Raising Godly Girls Minute, where she unpacks the blessing of religious freedom and encourages girls to boldly live out their faith in today's culture. Patti reminds families that Christian girls can confidently praise God among the nations and publicly reflect His truth with courage and grace.  This episode also offers practical and joy-filled ways families can celebrate America's 250th birthday together. From exploring local Semiquincentennial events and trying recipes from the Revolutionary era to intentionally bringing neighbors and communities together, the conversation highlights how Christians can choose unity over fear and gratitude over division.  Plus, the team shares exciting ways American Heritage Girls is helping families celebrate this national milestone through special Semiquincentennial resources, alliances, and activities designed to strengthen both faith and community.  Whether your family is watching fireworks, gathering around the grill, attending a local parade, or simply reflecting on God's providence throughout our nation's history, this episode will encourage you to celebrate with joy, wisdom, and a deeper perspective on what it truly means to be citizens of heaven living faithfully on earth.    Three Things to Remember:  Leverage local and state Semiquincentennial events to make meaningful family memories.   Create a hands-on understanding of 1776 by trying historical foods and traditions together.   Choose unity over fear by intentionally bringing neighbors and community together this weekend.     Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Psalm 57:9   Philippians 3:20   Jeremiah 29:7   Matthew 5:14-16   1 Peter 2:16-17    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.   

As fireworks light up the sky and American flags wave across neighborhoods this Independence Day weekend, the Raising Godly Girls Podcast invites families to celebrate the United States' Semiquincentennial with gratitude, humility, and a Biblical Worldview. In this festive and thoughtful conversation, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose reflect on favorite Fourth of July traditions—from bike parades and lightning bugs to snow cones, fireworks, and late-night summer memories—and explore how Christian families can cultivate a healthy, God-honoring love for country in the next generation.  What does patriotism look like through the lens of Scripture? How can parents help girls understand both the blessings and the brokenness of America's history while keeping their ultimate citizenship anchored in Heaven? This episode unpacks the beauty of raising girls who value freedom, pray for their nation, and thoughtfully engage with culture while holding tightly to Biblical truth.  You'll also hear a powerful Raising Godly Girls Minute from Patti Garibay on teaching patriotism with wisdom, honesty, and gratitude. Plus, Rachael and Natalie offer practical ways to make this milestone Fourth of July meaningful for your family—from exploring the stories behind beloved patriotic songs to helping girls understand the deeper meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance and the importance of praying for national leaders.  American Heritage Girls also shares ways girls can grow in faith-filled citizenship through the Heritage Badge Frontier, including badges like Our Flag, Dawn of Our Country, Citizenship & Government, and Freedom Seekers.  Whether your family is gathering around a backyard barbecue, heading to a parade, or watching fireworks under the stars, this episode offers encouragement for Christian parents seeking to raise daughters who love God first and steward their earthly citizenship with courage, responsibility, and grace.    Three Things to Remember:  Healthy patriotism is rooted in gratitude, humility, and a Biblical Worldview.   Christians are called to pray faithfully for their nation and leaders.   Helping girls understand the meaning behind America's symbols and traditions builds deeper appreciation and responsibility.     Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Psalm 90   Isaiah 11:11–12   Jeremiah 29:7   1 Timothy 2:1–2  Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.      

As parents, we long to raise girls who are thoughtful, grounded, and confident in Christ—not swept away by every cultural trend or viral "hot take." But in a world shaped by social media influence, digital comparison, and nonstop opinions, how do we disciple daughters to think Biblically, lead humbly, and follow Jesus faithfully?  In this powerful conversation, Natalie Ambrose welcomes pastor, author, and mentor Dr. J.R. Briggs to explore Biblical parenting rooted in curiosity, unhurried presence, and meaningful questions. Together, they discuss how servant leadership—modeled perfectly in the life of Jesus Christ—shapes the way we guide our daughters. They also address how families can cultivate discernment in the age of influencers, mentor the next generation of Christian leaders, and create space for authentic faith formation at home.  Whether you're parenting a middle schooler navigating a growing social network or a high schooler preparing for adulthood, this episode offers practical wisdom for Christian parents seeking to raise girls with theological depth, critical thinking skills, and Gospel-centered courage.  Because raising Godly girls doesn't begin with louder voices—it begins with faithful presence, wise questions, and a life anchored in Christ.    Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:    1 Thessalonians 4:11  1 Kings 19:12  Psalm 27:14    To learn more about Dr. J.R. Briggs and his work, visit jrbriggs.com  Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.  Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  

What does it look like to truly listen to your girl in a world filled with constant distractions, busy schedules, and endless noise? In this encouraging episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden unpack the beauty and importance of active listening—and how meaningful communication can transform the atmosphere of your family.  As part of this week's series on listening, Rachael and Melissa explore the difference between simply hearing words and intentionally engaging with the hearts behind them. From Bible doodles and journaling to silly family games and late-night dinner table conversations, this episode offers practical and grace-filled encouragement for families longing to reconnect in deeper, healthier ways.  Listeners will hear an insightful Raising Godly Girls Minute from Patti Garibay about kinesthetic learners, Bible journaling, and how doodling and note-taking can help girls store God's Word in their hearts. Whether your daughter is an external processor, a quiet observer, or somewhere in between, this conversation reminds parents that communication is not one-size-fits-all—and that curiosity, delight, and intentionality matter deeply.  Rachael and Melissa also tackle one of the biggest modern barriers to connection: distraction. From smartphones to after-hours work demands, today's families are constantly pulled in competing directions. But when parents intentionally create open bridges of communication, girls feel safe, valued, and heard. This episode offers simple but powerful phrases parents can begin using right away—questions and responses that cultivate trust, invite deeper conversations, and strengthen family bonds over time.  You'll also hear practical ideas for making communication fun again in your home through games like Mad Libs, one-word stories, and the classic telephone game—small but meaningful ways to create joy-filled moments of connection together.  Plus, the team highlights how ministries like American Heritage Girls, FamilyLife, Mama Bear Apologetics, and ScreenStrong are helping families build stronger relationships rooted in a Biblical Worldview.  If you've ever felt too tired to engage, unsure how to reconnect with your girl, or overwhelmed by the pace of modern family life, this conversation is a gentle reminder that listening well is one of the most powerful ways we love our children.    Three Things to Remember:  Find creative ways to make communication fun and ongoing in your family.   Keep an open bridge of connection between you and your girl.   Practice active listening responses that invite your daughter to share her heart.     Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Proverbs 7:1–3   James 1:19   Proverbs 18:13   Ephesians 4:29    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.  Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.         

How do we create the kind of relationship where our daughters truly believe, "I can tell my mom anything"? In this heartfelt episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden explore the powerful connection between asking good questions, listening well, and building lasting trust with your girl.  As part of this week's series on communication and connection, Rachael and Melissa unpack the difference between simply gathering information and genuinely cultivating relationship. In a world filled with constant noise, quick reactions, and endless distractions, girls desperately need safe spaces where they are known, heard, and deeply loved. This episode encourages parents to slow down, ask thoughtful questions, and create open bridges of communication that reflect the grace and gentleness of Christ.  Melissa shares how intentional conversations with her daughters over the years have shaped deeper trust and connection, while Rachael candidly reflects on the temptation many parents face to jump too quickly into "lesson mode" instead of allowing space for girls to process, think, and share from the heart.  Listeners will also hear wisdom from Patti Garibay in this week's Raising Godly Girls Minute, focused on the spiritual discipline of listening—both to others and to the voice of God. Patti reminds families that while today's culture emphasizes being heard, Scripture consistently calls believers to become attentive listeners, willing to pause the noise and lean into quiet moments with the Lord.  This conversation beautifully explores how healthy parent-child communication mirrors the heart of God Himself. From Genesis 3 to Romans 8, the episode highlights the truth that God's questions are not rooted in condemnation, but in loving pursuit and connection. Parents are encouraged to approach their girls with that same posture—one marked by curiosity, compassion, patience, and grace.  You'll also hear practical encouragement for distinguishing between questions and interrogations, why rushing in with opinions can unintentionally shut down trust, and how simple moments like walks, car rides, and bedtime conversations can become sacred spaces for connection.  Plus, the team highlights how American Heritage Girls creates environments where girls flourish through Christ-centered relationships, meaningful mentorship, and family-focused discipleship.  If you've ever struggled to know how to keep communication open with your daughter—or wondered how to cultivate deeper trust as she grows—this episode will encourage you to lead with gentleness, listen with intention, and delight in the girl God entrusted to your care.    Two Things to Remember:  Aim for asking thoughtful questions, not creating an interrogation.   Hold back immediate opinions and allow trust to grow through ongoing conversation.     Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Romans 8:1   Genesis 3   Proverbs 18:13   James 1:19   Psalm 46:10    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   

In a culture that often minimizes the role of fathers, Scripture paints a very different picture—one of strength, servant leadership, and spiritual legacy.    In this powerful episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden welcomes Andy Dalton of Rock Solid Families for a conversation about the life-shaping influence of faithful Christian dads. Together, they explore how spiritually healthy fathers help anchor their daughters' identity, build confidence rooted in Christ, and model God's design for family leadership.    Today's cultural messaging frequently tells men that marriage and children will limit their personal success. But God's Word tells a richer story—one where fatherhood is not a detour from purpose, but a central calling within it. Andy shares practical encouragement for dads who want to lead their families well, even when they feel overwhelmed or unsure, and offers hope for raising daughters who flourish emotionally, relationally, and spiritually.    Whether you are a father seeking Biblical encouragement, a mother praying for your husband's leadership, or a family member invested in the next generation, this episode will remind you that faithful fatherhood matters deeply. When dads lead with humility, courage, and devotion to Christ, daughters grow up knowing both the strength of earthly love and the security of their Heavenly Father.      Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Ephesians 6:4  Proverbs 22:6  Psalm 127:3–5  Colossians 3:21  Deuteronomy 6:6–7      To learn more about the Rock Solid Families counseling ministry, visit rocksolidfamilies.org    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.          Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.     

Father's Day has a way of bringing out the little things that matter most—inside jokes, favorite meals, family traditions, and the quiet, faithful presence of a dad who loves his family well. In this special Father's Day week episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden celebrate the powerful role Christian fathers play in shaping the hearts and faith of their daughters. From chess games and sports afternoons to songs, gummy candy, and chicken fried steak, this conversation is packed with warmth, encouragement, and practical ways to honor the Godly dads in our lives.  As culture continues to question and diminish Biblical fatherhood, this episode compassionately points listeners back to the heart of God the Father—the One who is faithful, trustworthy, and healing. Melissa and Rachael reflect on the deep impact a loving father can have on a girl's identity, security, and understanding of God's design for family. Through honest conversation and personal stories, they remind families that Christian dads matter deeply, and their consistency, guidance, and presence leave a lasting spiritual legacy.  You'll also hear wisdom from AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay in this week's Raising Godly Girls Minute as she shares the beauty of a strong father-daughter bond and the Biblical importance of integrity in fatherhood. Whether your family celebrates Father's Day with big adventures or quiet traditions, this episode offers encouragement to cherish the faithful men who lead with courage, humility, and love.  Plus, the Raising Godly Girls team shares meaningful #girldad gift ideas your family can create this Father's Day—from homemade "Dad's Day Coupons" and gratitude videos from the kids to the timeless gift of a brand-new Bible ready to be filled with notes, prayers, and reflections. It's a joyful reminder that honoring dads doesn't require extravagance, just intentional love and gratitude.  Whether you're a dad, raising daughters alongside one, or praying for healing in this area of family life, this episode will encourage you to lean into God's good design for fatherhood and celebrate the men faithfully pointing their families toward Christ.    Three Things to Remember:  Christian dads have a profound and lasting influence on their daughters' faith, confidence, and understanding of God's love.   Meaningful traditions and intentional connection help strengthen the father-daughter bond for years to come.   Simple, heartfelt encouragement can deeply refresh and strengthen the faithful dads in your life.     Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:  Proverbs 20:7   Ephesians 6:4    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.    Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.         

How can a loving God send people to hell? Explore the tension between divine love and the concept of hell to find clarity.This video addresses the difficult question of how a loving God relates to the reality of hell. It is designed for anyone wrestling with theological doubts or seeking a deeper understanding of divine judgment. We examine common perspectives on this topic to help you reconcile these seemingly contradictory ideas.By engaging with the theology of hell, you will gain a clearer framework for processing this challenging subject. Whether you are questioning your faith or simply curious about Christian teaching, this discussion provides a thoughtful way to approach the nature of God and hell.Subscribe for weekly theology breakdowns and comment below with your own questions on faith.We'll cover:• Why love and judgment are NOT opposites• What Gehenna actually means — and why Jesus used it 12 times• The C.S. Lewis framework from The Great Divorce that changes everything• What hell actually IS according to Jesus (it's not what hellfire preachers say)• How to hold this doctrine with urgency AND humility• What to do if this question is personal for you—because of someone you've lostThis isn't a comfortable episode. But it's an honest one. And by the end, you'll have a framework for hell and judgment that doesn't fit neatly into either the conservative or progressive box.------------------------------------------------------

Money is one of the most practical—and spiritual—areas of our lives, yet it's often one of the least intentionally taught within the home.    In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Patti Garibay welcomes financial author and stewardship expert Matt Bell for an important conversation about raising girls who honor God with their finances. From everyday spending decisions to long-term financial planning, this episode explores how parents can disciple their daughters to think Biblically about money from an early age.    Together, Patti and Matt tackle some of the most common questions families face today: Is all debt bad, or is there a place for wise borrowing? How can parents help their daughters avoid the burden of overwhelming student loans? And what's the best way to teach financial responsibility—through cash, debit cards, or even credit?    This conversation also highlights the deeper heart behind financial stewardship. In a culture driven by consumption and comparison, girls need to learn contentment, discernment, and generosity. Matt shares how giving isn't just a financial practice—it's a spiritual discipline that helps shape a heart aligned with God's purposes.    Whether your daughter is just beginning to learn the value of money or preparing to step into adulthood, this episode will equip you with practical tools and Biblical encouragement to guide her toward a future marked by wisdom, responsibility, and faithful stewardship.    Because when girls understand that everything they have comes from God, they are better prepared to use it for His glory.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Matthew 6:21   Proverbs 21:5   Luke 16:10   1 Timothy 6:6–10   2 Corinthians 9:6–7   Proverbs 22:7    To learn more about Matt Bell, his work, and resources for Biblically wise financial stewardship for your family, visit mattaboutmoney.com     Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.         Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.      

Have you ever felt drained by your relationships, wondering why the good people in your life still leave you feeling empty? This episode explores the idea that it's not the quality of your relationships that's the issue, but rather your expectations of them.  Listen and gain clarity on how to choose more intentionally, recognizing that a well-fed life isn't about quantity but about understanding the nourishment each relationship brings.And if you're ready to go deeper and invite God into your own reflections and discernment, ⁠⁠Retreat in the Psalms⁠⁠ is a great next step.Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodePsalm 16:11Let's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

Leadership is a gift, but it can also be exhausting.    Many Christian women today are carrying a heavy load: leading at work, serving in ministry, managing a home, discipling their children, nurturing a marriage, and striving to remain faithful in their own walk with the Lord. And while the calling is beautiful, the fatigue can be very real.  In this encouraging episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden sits down with author and mentor Ann E. Thompson to talk about what happens when faith meets fatigue. Together, they explore how women can lead with resilience instead of resentment, serve with humility instead of hustle, and discern God's guidance without succumbing to cultural pressure or burnout.    You'll hear practical wisdom for recognizing early signs of burnout, cultivating sustainable spiritual rhythms, and modeling servant-hearted leadership for the girls who are watching. Because our daughters are learning not only from what we say—but from how we live. As we steward our callings faithfully and rest in Christ deeply, we teach them that leadership is not about performance, but obedience.    If you are a working mom, ministry leader, or woman feeling stretched thin between competing responsibilities, this episode will remind you that God never calls His daughters to run on empty. He calls us to abide, to trust, and to lead from a place of strength rooted in Him.      Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Matthew 11:28–30  Mark 10:42–45  Galatians 6:9  James 1:5  Colossians 3:23–24      To learn more about Ann's work, her podcast, and her new book, visit anneileenthompson.com    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.          Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  

Most evenings, you walk into your kitchen already running on empty. The day was long, your mind is still full, and dinner feels like just one more thing standing between you and the moment you can finally rest. So you rush through it, eat without really tasting it, and wonder why you still feel unsettled even after everything is done.Friend, the problem isn't your schedule. It's that you've been moving through one of the most restorative spaces in your home without ever receiving what it offers.What if the most peaceful part of your day was already built into your evening routine? Today, we're walking through four simple shifts that can turn your kitchen from a chore into a place where God actually meets you.And if you're ready to go deeper, ⁠Retreat in the Psalms⁠ is where Scripture stops sitting on the page and starts reshaping your actual days. Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodePsalm 46:10Psalm 23Recipes Mentioned in this EpisodeClassic Stuffed PeppersLet's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

Welcome back to Raising Godly Girls, the podcast where we equip and encourage you to raise daughters with courage, character, and Christ-centered confidence.  In today's conversation, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose pull back the curtain on one of the most influential leadership environments your daughter will ever experience—your home. While leadership is often discussed in boardrooms, classrooms, and public platforms, this episode brings it right to the kitchen table, the car ride, and the everyday rhythms of family life.  Natalie begins by exploring the idea of "leadership style" and how modern parenting frameworks attempt to define it. But for Christ-followers, the model is clear—Jesus Himself. His leadership wasn't rooted in control, status, or power as the world defines it, but in humility, service, and sacrificial love. This counter-cultural approach challenges parents to rethink what it truly means to lead well.  Rachael shares honestly about the tension many parents feel—wanting to serve their families while also empowering their children to grow, contribute, and develop character. Together, she and Natalie unpack how a Biblical Worldview reshapes leadership in the home, shifting it from performance-driven parenting to purpose-driven discipleship.  Through wisdom from AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay, along with practical insights inspired by trusted ministry voices, this episode offers a refreshing and deeply grounded vision for family leadership. From cultivating empathy and emotional intelligence to making wise, God-honoring decisions, you'll be encouraged to lead your daughter with both intention and grace.  You'll walk away reminded that your leadership at home doesn't have to mirror the world—it can reflect the Kingdom.    Three Things to Remember:  Adopt the same heart posture as Christ—as a servant leader.   Pursue righteousness in your decision-making.   Speak the plan—that's God's Word.     Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:  Philippians 2:6–10   John 13   Mark 10:45   John 15:13   Exodus 20:13–16   Matthew 5:6   James 1:5   Ephesians 4:12    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.          

What does leadership look like for the next generation of Christian girls and women? In this empowering episode of Raising Godly Girls, Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose dive into a conversation every faith-filled family needs to have: how strong faith fuels confident, wise, Christ-centered leadership.  From ministry leadership and motherhood to the everyday moments where girls learn to step up, this episode reminds listeners that leadership is not reserved for adulthood. God begins shaping leaders early—through growth, mistakes, humility, and courage. Whether your girl is naturally bold or quietly influential, this conversation will help you nurture the gifts God has already placed within her.  Rachael shares a relatable story from childhood about learning through failure (including an unforgettable salt-for-sugar cake mix-up!) and reflects on why safe spaces to fail are essential for growing resilient leaders. Natalie offers encouragement for moms of older girls, reminding parents not to rush in and rescue every difficult moment. Sometimes the most loving leadership lesson is allowing natural consequences to do their work.  In this week's Raising Godly Girls Minute, Patti Garibay speaks directly to girls who may feel too young, too inexperienced, or not yet "ready" to lead. Rooted in 1 Timothy 4:12, this episode reminds girls that God does not wait for a certain age to call someone into Kingdom influence.  Together, Rachael and Natalie unpack three foundational truths every Christian girl leader needs to carry into the world: knowing Whose she is, knowing who she is, and learning to walk in both confidence and wisdom. This episode is a beautiful encouragement for moms raising daughters to lead with grace, humility, and bold faith.  Whether your girl is leading in the classroom, in her friendships, in church, or one day in ministry or the workplace, this conversation will help anchor her identity in Christ first—because godly leadership always begins there.    Three Things to Remember:    Know Whose you are—You belong to the Lord, and your identity begins in Him.   Know who you are—God has equipped and called you with gifts, purpose, and influence.   Move in both confidence and wisdom—Let humility, obedience, and courage shape your leadership journey.     Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    1 Timothy 4:12   Galatians 2:20   1 Peter 3:15   1 Peter 5:5–6   1 Corinthians 13    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.      

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend—it is a sacred invitation to remember.    In this special episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Natalie Ambrose welcomes Tim Barton of WallBuilders to explore the deeper meaning behind Memorial Day and how Christian families can approach patriotism with both gratitude and responsibility. In a culture where love of country can sometimes feel politically charged or divisive, this conversation offers a balanced, Biblically grounded perspective on Christian citizenship.    Together, they reflect on lessons from America's history, the faith convictions that shaped our nation's founding principles, and why the freedoms we enjoy today were purchased with profound sacrifice. Tim shares practical ways families can honor fallen military heroes this Memorial Day weekend—helping daughters understand that freedom is not merely a right to enjoy, but a responsibility to steward with humility, courage, and compassion.    As parents, we are shaping the next generation of women who will live as citizens of heaven while engaging faithfully in their earthly communities. This episode will equip you to raise girls who are grateful for liberty, mindful of sacrifice, and committed to living out their faith with conviction and grace.      Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    John 15:13  Romans 13:1–7  Micah 6:8  1 Peter 2:16–17  Matthew 5:14–16      To learn more about Tim's work at wallbuilders.com    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.     

Have you ever loved God… but still felt spiritually numb?You still believe.You still pray.You still want God.But deep down, something feels disconnected.In this video, we're talking honestly about spiritual burnout, exhaustion, spiritual fatigue, distraction, anxiety, and why so many Christians today are feeling distant from God.This isn't about fake perfection or shallow motivation. It's about real faith in a loud and overwhelming world.If you've felt spiritually empty, emotionally exhausted, or far from God lately, you are not alone.

Have you ever stopped to consider how you care for your most valued possessions, like a luxury watch or fine jewelry? Yet when it comes to your own body, the masterpiece created and designed by God, do you give it the same level of intentional care and maintenance? Today, I want to slow that down and walk you through what it can look like to practice intentional physical self-care and body stewardship in the early morning hours before 9am.In this episode, you'll explore five simple morning habits and physical self-care practices to support your body before 9am, helping you create a grounded, healthy morning routine rooted in stewardship rather than striving or burnout.And if you're ready to go deeper, Retreat in the Psalms is the next step to help you build rhythms of Christian rest, spiritual reflection, and overflow through Scripture-based renewal and daily faith practices.Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:Psalm 139:14Recipes Mentioned in this Episode:Savory High Protein Greek Yogurt Bowl with Feta Fried EggsLet's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com