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Is discipline the most difficult part of your parenting journey? You’re not alone. But what if our understanding of discipline is what’s making it so hard? In this transformative episode, we tackle one of parenting's toughest tasks by returning to God's original design, revealing that true biblical discipline is not about punishment, but about loving training for eternal life.

Moving beyond frustration and anger, we explore what discipline truly is—and what it is not. We'll unpack the purpose of discipline as described in Hebrews 12 and provide the key elements that make it effective, including the non-negotiable roles of love, consistency, and courage. Finally, we look at the sobering story of Eli the priest to see the tragic consequences when a parent lacks the courage to discipline.

In this episode, you will learn:

• What Discipline IS: It’s training in a way of life—an apprenticeship in godliness—not merely punishment for misbehavior.
• The Essential Elements: Why love is the foundation, consistency is the framework, and courage is the necessary tool for effective discipline.
• The High Cost of Neglect: The biblical warning of what happens when we fail to "restrain" our children.

This episode is for every parent who wants to move from reacting to misbehavior to proactively shaping character. It’s a call to embrace the courageous, loving work of training your children in the way they should go.

Tune in to discover how to discipline not from anger, but from love—preparing your children not just for life, but for godliness.

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Does it feel like you’re raising your children in a world gone mad? Between cultural hostility, moral confusion, and unavoidable influences, parenting today can feel like carrying an open treasure box through a den of thieves. If you’re overwhelmed, you’re not alone.

In this timely and empowering episode, we find hope and strategy in the unlikely story of Samson’s parents. They were given a sacred treasure—a promised child—in the middle of land dominated by a subtle, assimilating enemy. Their story provides a powerful blueprint for raising godly children in hostile territory.

We’ll explore four crucial lessons from parents who succeeded against the odds:

1. Recognize the Proximity of the Enemy: Understand the subtle, pervasive nature of modern cultural pressures that seek not to attack outright, but to assimilate and conform.
2. Remember the Privilege of the Experience: Rekindle the joy and sacred honor of parenting amidst the daily struggles, remembering that your children are a heritage and blessing from the Lord.
3. Seek the Prescription for Excellence: Learn where to find your “orders” and the importance of shielding your children from spiritual pollution while they are under your care.
4. Prepare for Freedom: Navigate the difficult transition of letting go, understanding that preparation for a godly life in the world must be gradual and rooted in truth.

This episode is a battle plan for faithful parenting. It’s for every mom and dad who feels the pressure of the Philistine territory we call modern culture and wonders if it’s even possible to raise faithful children within it.

Tune in to be equipped, encouraged, and reminded that with God’s wisdom, you can raise children who not only survive but stand firm.

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Why does it happen? Even with a perfect Heavenly Father, His children rebel. So why do children from godly homes sometimes walk away from their faith? This heartbreaking question is the focus of this deeply empathetic and practical episode, offering a road map for parents in the waiting.

Building on the parable of the Prodigal Son, we move beyond the "why" to the "what now," outlining the three distinct stages of a child's rebellion and how a parent can respond with wisdom and faith in each one. This is for every parent watching their child make choices that break their heart.

We walk through the three stages revealed in Luke 15:

1. The Stage of REBELLION: What do you do when your child demands their freedom and walks away? We discuss the difficult but necessary steps of releasing control, allowing them to make mistakes, and resisting the urge to bail them out from the natural consequences of their choices.
2. The Stage of RE-EVALUATION: How do you support your child when they hit bottom? This is the season for steadfast prayer, committing your child completely to God's care, and waiting patiently for the lessons of consequence to do their work.
3. Stage of RETURN: How do you welcome them home? We explore how to love faithfully, accept unconditionally without approving of their lifestyle, and forgive completely—just as our Heavenly Father does for us.

This episode doesn't offer easy answers, but it provides a biblical framework for your heartbreak and hope. It’s a reminder that the story isn’t over and that your role as a parent evolves but never ends.

If you are in the painful gap between your child's rebellion and their return, this episode will equip you to wait with wisdom, love, and steadfast hope.

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