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Rocking It Grand with Chrys and Shellie - Christian Parenting, Spiritual Guidance, Godly Parenting Grandparent, Faith Based Advice, Christian Encouragement

Rocking It Grand with Chrys and Shellie - Christian Parenting, Spiritual Guidance, Godly Parenting Grandparent, Faith Based Advice, Christian Encouragement

By: Chrys Howard Shellie Tomlinson and Christian Parenting
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Many times parents can’t “see the trees” because the forest is overwhelming. Can I get an AMEN? Each week, Chrys and Shellie, seasoned moms and grandmas, help listeners see life lessons in the simple events that happen daily. If you could use some Godly parenting wisdom, encouragement and inspiration, along with some fun, real life stories, this podcast is for you!

Rocking It Grand is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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Episodes
  • Can we safely use AI?
    Feb 5 2026

    Artificial intelligence is everywhere—and it isn’t going away.

    In this timely and thoughtful conversation, Chrys and Shellie take on AI and the many tools now available to all of us, with one goal in mind: understanding it well enough to use it wisely.

    We don’t want to bury our heads in the sand—but we also don’t want to hand over discernment without asking important questions. If we, as adults, don’t understand tools like AI, we can’t help our children and grandchildren navigate them safely and responsibly.

    In this episode, Chrys and Shellie talk honestly about the benefits, concerns, and boundaries surrounding AI. They remind us that while technology can be a gift, it never replaces relationships, wisdom, or human connection.

    In This Episode, We Discuss:

    • Why AI is something we need to understand—not fear or ignore

    • The rapid growth of AI tools and what that means for families

    • Why adult understanding matters before guiding kids

    • Healthy questions to ask before using new technology

    • The difference between helpful tools and unhealthy dependence

    • Why relationships, faith, and discernment still matter most


    Rocking it Grand AI Resource for Families

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    21 mins
  • 10 Life Lessons from a Winter Storm
    Feb 5 2026

    After days without power, unpredictable schedules, and families gathered under one roof, Chrys and Shellie reflect on the unexpected lessons learned during a winter storm. From rediscovering gratitude for everyday comforts to seeing communities rally together, this conversation reminds us that hard seasons often reveal what matters most. Whether you weathered the storm personally or are walking through a different kind of challenge, this episode offers encouragement, humor, and perspective for finding light in difficult moments.

    In This Episode, We Talk About:

    • Discovering strength and resilience in unexpected situations

    • How hardship brings families and communities closer

    • Learning gratitude for everyday conveniences

    • Finding humor and memories in inconvenient moments

    • Why slowing down can sometimes be a gift

    • How storms reset perspective on what really matters

    • Seeing God’s presence in both crisis and recovery

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    29 mins
  • 5 Things to Do to Host a Large (or small) Gathering
    Jan 29 2026

    Hospitality has taken a hit in the years since Covid. Many of us want to gather again—but the thought of opening our homes to a crowd can feel overwhelming.

    In this episode, Chrys shares five practical, tried-and-true tips for hosting a large gathering without losing your joy—or your mind. After recently welcoming 75 people into her home, Chrys walks listeners through what really works, what doesn’t matter nearly as much as we think, and how to create an atmosphere where guests feel relaxed, included, and cared for.

    From letting others help with the food to holding plans loosely, this episode is a gentle reminder that hospitality doesn’t have to be perfect—it just needs to be open-hearted.

    God calls us to be hospitable and relational. Maybe it’s time to dust off the extra chairs, open the door, and get back to doing life together.

    In This Episode, Chrys and Shellie Share:

    • Why hospitality feels harder than it used to—and why it matters more than ever

    • The mindset shift that makes hosting doable (even joyful)

    • Five practical tips for hosting a large group without burnout

    • Why letting others help is a gift, not a failure

    • How flexibility can save your gathering (and your attitude)

    • Encouragement for anyone who feels intimidated by entertaining

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    24 mins
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