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As Christmas break stretches on and a new year approaches, many parents feel worn down frustrated by screens, messes, and constant resistance. If that’s you, you’re not failing… and you’re not alone.

In this New Year’s episode of The Way of Valor, Angie Taylor offers hope and clarity for parents who want more than behavior management. This conversation is about formation how daily practices, expectations, and leadership shape your child’s character and the culture of your home.

The core truth of this episode is simple and powerful:
Kids can do hard things but they can’t do them alone.

When parents are willing to do hard things first, everything begins to change.

In this episode, Angie shares:

• Why most parenting struggles are formation problems, not discipline problems
• How unchallenged behaviors slowly become normalized in your home
• Why avoiding hard things now makes parenting harder later
• How perseverance, discipline, and even discomfort produce maturity—biblically and practically
• Why kids’ understanding of authority and God is deeply shaped by their parents

A Simple Goal for 2026:

Don’t overhaul everything. Start small.

Choose one goal: We are going to learn to do hard things.

Begin with yourself your spiritual health, physical health, and willingness to take responsibility. Over time, hard things become habits you love, and those habits transform your family culture.

When parents lead with courage and consistency, kids learn they can do hard things with support, purpose, and faith.

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What if the most meaningful Christmas gift you could give doesn’t come from a store? In this heartfelt episode of The Way of Valor, Angie Taylor shares a powerful story sparked by an unexpected encounter with Johann Sebastian Bach’s music and how faithfulness, obedience, and presence can echo into eternity.

Angie invites us to reconsider how we give, reminding us that the greatest gift we can offer our loved ones is our undivided presence and the intentional acknowledgment of who God created them to be. This episode is a gentle yet profound call to slow down, see people deeply, and honor their gifts in ways that truly matter especially during the Christmas season.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• A personal story of weariness, prayer, and unexpected soul healing through Bach’s music
• The legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach and what his faithfulness teaches us about obedience and impact
• Why presence not presents is the most powerful gift we can give
• Meaningful, creative gift ideas that honor people rather than accumulate “stuff”
• Why experiences and acknowledgment are remembered long after material gifts are forgotten
• A reflection on Jesus as the ultimate gift of presence
• Practical ways to honor loved ones through notes, stories, and shared memories
• A simple but powerful year-end review practice for couples and families

Year End Review Document

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In this inspiring episode, host Angie Taylor sits down with Tamela Davis, founder of The F Word and wife of New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis, to talk about the beauty of faith-filled living, raising a family grounded in purpose, and walking authentically with God in a culture obsessed with image and influence.

Tamela shares the powerful story behind The F Word, her lifestyle brand centered on Faith, Family, Food, Football, and Freedom — and how God turned a simple idea into a ministry that impacts lives. She and Angie dive deep into:

• How to live authentically without losing the call to become more like Christ
• The difference between religion and relationship with God
• What it means to steward influence with humility in a culture of fame
• The heart and intentionality behind homeschooling six children
• Why God is teaching her to see herself as worthy of the same love and grace she pours out to others

This episode is a beautiful reminder for every woman, mom, and believer that your story is for His glory and that caring for yourself is part of honoring the God who made you.

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Website: thefword.us

Instagram: Tamela Davis

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In this powerful episode of The Way of Valor, host Angie Taylor sits down with author and teacher Laurie Krieg for a courageous, hope-filled conversation about teaching kids God’s design for sex, marriage, and identity in today’s culture.

Laurie who serves alongside her husband Matt through their ministry and podcast Hole in My Heart opens up about her personal journey with same-sex attraction and how God’s love transformed her understanding of sexuality. Together, Angie and Laurie explore how parents can lead with grace, truth, and compassion while equipping their kids to navigate complex cultural messages about gender and identity.

You’ll learn:

• How to start healthy, age-appropriate conversations about sex and identity from early childhood.
• Why parents not schools or media should be the primary voices shaping their children’s understanding of sexuality.
• What it means to “anchor” your kids in the truth before culture defines it for them.
• How to respond when your child experiences same-sex attraction or gender confusion.
• Practical tools and resources to guide your parenting journey with empathy and conviction.

Featured Resources:

• Hole in My Heart Podcast by Laurie & Matt Krieg
• Laurie's new book: Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World: A Gospel-Centered Approach
• Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender – Resources for Parents
• Find Laurie on instagram @laurie_krieg

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Anthony Freda is an accomplished educator, artist, and activist whose creative journey shaped by moral reckoning and bold shifts in perspective ultimately led him to Jesus and a renewed focus on Christian art. A tenured professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, Freda has built a distinguished career as an award-winning illustrator, with work featured in major publications such as The New Yorker, Time, Rolling Stone, and The New York Times. His art is showcased in a permanent exhibit at the 9/11 Memorial, and he has been honored by The Society of Illustrators, Communication Arts, and American Illustration. Known for his provocative, politically charged imagery, Freda blends vintage American ephemera with modern commentary, using his work as a platform for cultural critique and creative activism.
His Story
He began his career in advertising, notably working on the infamous Joe Camel campaign. When the FTC ruled the campaign illegal for marketing cigarettes to children, Freda experienced a profound moral awakening that led him to leave advertising behind. He went on to work with prestigious publications such as The New York Times and The New Yorker, but it was his work on an OpEd piece for The New York Times promoting the Iraq War that sparked another ethical reckoning. Realizing he had gone from selling cigarettes to selling war, Freda transitioned once more, joining the early alternative media movement in the 2000s.
Freda's work has often pushed boundaries, both politically and artistically. His art is part of the permanent collection of the 9/11 Museum and Memorial in New York, where his piece is one of the only works that questions the official narrative of the events of 9/11. His ten-year tenure with Infowars as an illustrator and writer further cemented his place in the world of controversial alternative news, and he has been vocal about his role in the space.
Freda’s work, especially his art, continues to stir debate. In 2024, an author in Germany faced legal consequences for simply posting one of his book covers on social media, and Freda himself has been extensively censored for his dissent against the official COVID-19 narrative. He has even been flagged as a potential domestic terrorist for his critical stance and controversial imagery. One of his most notable works is a covert illustration for The Wall Street Journal in 2025, where he secretly adorned Xi Jinping's tie with skull motifs as a subtle critique of global politics.
In 2024, Freda worked as an illustrator and media consultant for RFK Jr.’s Super-Pac, AV24, further cementing his role in the political and media landscape. However, in recent years, Freda has pivoted his artistic focus towards Christian art. After decades of political commentary, he now sees the battle as spiritual and has committed to dedicating much of his creative work to Christ, producing original pieces as a devotion to his faith.
Freda is also working on an ambitious project called Jesus Park, a sculptural earthen garden designed as a peaceful space for prayer and meditation. The project aims to provide a tranquil setting for spiritual reflection and devotion.

To explore his ongoing projects, including his Christian art, visit his website: AnthonyFreda.com, https://www.instagram.com/anthonyfredaart/,

• The Thought Crimes of Anthony Freda - Book Preview

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In this episode of The Way of Valor, Angie Taylor sits down with Dr. Ward Sanford biblical historian, longtime scientist, and author of the historical novel series Cry for Jerusalem. With today’s global focus on Israel and the Middle East, Dr. Sanford offers a timely and captivating look at the real first-century history that shaped Christianity, the Roman world, and the fall of Jerusalem.

Drawing from decades of scientific research, deep historical study, and extensive work with the writings of Josephus, Dr. Sanford reveals:

• Why historical fiction can help us understand both history and faith more deeply
• The surprising real events that led to the Jewish revolt and the destruction of the Temple
• The distinctions between Israel as a land, Judaism as a faith, and the Jewish people as a heritage
• How early Christians, Jews, and Romans interacted in ways that bring the New Testament world to life
• What critics of the New Testament often get wrong and what the historical record actually shows
• How his series intertwines real historical figures, fictional companions, and dramatic events to make history accessible for teens and adults alike

Dr. Sanford also shares how his research strengthened his personal faith and gives a glimpse into his current work exploring the layout of Herod’s Temple and the archaeology behind it.

If you love history, biblical context, or stories that illuminate faith in fresh ways, this episode will draw you in and leave you wanting to learn more.

Check out Dr. Ward Sanford's book series: cryforjerusalem.com/

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In this week’s Thanksgiving episode of The Way of Valor, Angie Taylor sits down with Hilary Paulsen, College & Career Readiness Coach at Santiam Christian School. Hilary brings a refreshing, deeply gospel-centered perspective on preparing kids for their futures one that goes far beyond checklists, deadlines, and college applications.
Instead of focusing on “What are you going to do?” Hilary helps parents ask better questions:
Who are you? Why are you here? What burdens you? What excites you?
Because as the data shows, today’s students will have multiple career shifts in their lifetime and their identity must be rooted in something far deeper than a job title.
Together, Angie and Hilary discuss:

• Why the “figure out your forever career at 18” narrative is broken
• How to shift the conversation from what kids will do to who they are becoming
• Why exposure, experimentation, and even failure are essential
• How to reduce pressure and anxiety around junior/senior year
• The impact of AI on future careers — and why faith replaces fear
• Why community, relationships, and networks matter more than ever
• Practical ways parents can walk with their kids from childhood into adulthood with peace, wisdom, and joy

Whether your child is in elementary school or preparing for graduation, this episode will help you breathe a little easier and guide your family with more intention, clarity, and grace.

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Instagram: @yourmomgoes2collegeadvising

tiktok: @ur.mom.goes.to.college

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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Way of Valor, Angie Taylor unpacks the hidden forces shaping today’s children and equips parents with the clarity and confidence they need to lead with purpose.

For nearly 400 years, Western culture was built on a Protestant worldview where work had meaning, family was sacred, discipline was discipleship, and children were seen as image-bearers with purpose. But between the 1800s and early 1900s, new thinkers fundamentally shifted how society viewed identity, childhood, morality, and the family.

Angie breaks down how three influential voices Freud, Skinner, and Marx reshaped modern education, psychology, and culture, and why parents today feel like they’re swimming upstream. She explains:

• Freud: “Your desires define you.”
• Skinner: “You’re just a product of conditioning.”
• Marx: “Society not the family should shape the child.”

These worldviews still dominate schools, media, and youth culture. But the good news? Parents are still the #1 influence in a child’s life. And with understanding comes the power to reclaim your child’s formation.

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