"Service with a smile!" This slogan is used in a lot of businesses, but that service is their job. What about the Christian? In this episode, Tim and Matt discuss what true service is: sacrificial work for the betterment of others. The Bible does more than reveal the way to eternal salvation; it details what the ideal godly life is supposed to be characterized by. If Jesus came to serve and not be served (Mark 10:45), then this is what is expected from His followers.

Passages – Romans 12:9-14; Philippians 2:3-5

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The world today seems to have a degradation in morality. In response to this, Christians must raise kids to be polite and always act on their best behavior to set them apart, right? In this episode, Matt and Tim talk about how this problem has been around for thousands(!!!) of years stemming from a lack of biblical, Christ-centered living. Moral people still do not line up to God's standard, so there must be another way to achieve lives that bring God praise, glory, and honor. Listen to find out.

Passage – Micah 7:1-7

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It is very common for parents to spend most of their day at work. When they come home, the frustrations from work can easily be taken out on their spouse or kids. In this episode, Tim and Matt take a more practical approach to dealing with this issue that is not specifically addressed in Scripture. Taking the whole counsel of God's Word, believers have the basics to dealing with stress at work AND discipling their families well without the two colliding like cars in a highway accident. Give your frustrations to the Lord in prayer, depending on Him to give you the strength you need.

Passages – Galatians 5:22-23; 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22

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The world is hostile to God and His children, so how should Christian parents approach dealing with the many voices telling them that their parenting is outdated or abusive? In this episode, Tim and Matt finish their study of Psalm 3 by focusing on how God grants rest and deals with sin in the culture. Do not be afraid to stand on biblical truth because it is God who brings salvation. Sin causes disruption, but God brings rest to the weary.

Passages – Psalm 3:5-8; 1 John 5:14-17

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There are passages that speak directly to parenting, but there are many passages that can be applied to parenting. In this episode, Tim and Matt talk about how God gives us the protection we need and the provision to live a life that brings Him praise, glory, and honor. Though the opposing voices are loud and the societal pressures are great, our God gives us what we need when we need it. Trust in Him, the provider of every good and perfect gift.

Passage – Psalm 3:1-4

As of posting, baby Rose has not made her debut yet. Please continue to pray for Tim and Mary as they wait just a little longer.

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Joshua 24:15 is not a verse just for decorative ornaments or cute pictures. It might be the toughest stance you take for your family. In this episode, Matt and Tim talk about why this stance needs to be made by believing parents. True leadership sets a vison and works to attain it, whether or not everyone is in agreement. The goal of biblical parenting is to raise kids in Bible-believing homes, but the outcome differs from house to house. Do not worry because the God of all creation is with those who love and obey Him.

Passage – Joshua 24:14-28

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"Nothing is sacred anymore." You've probably heard or said this phrase recently. As discussed in the last episode, Matt and Tim said that many believers do not have a biblically accurate understanding of what "being holy" is, so in this episode, our hosts work this out for parents. Though not a more practical episode, an understanding of believers needing to be different from the world sets up their families to be biblically informed and practically sound. Be holy as God is holy.

Passages – Leviticus 19:1-2; Ephesians 5:15-17; 1 Peter 2:13-19

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For believers, the Bible is clear that we are to be different than the world, but how far does that difference extend to? In this episode, Tim and Matt break down what Christian mysticism means and how it is harmful to your families. The Bible lays out clear and plain instructions on how to live and what to understand, so going beyond those boundaries leads to misunderstanding and even unbelief if not corrected. TL;DR – Be biblical, not spiritual.

Passages – Psalm 8:1-4; Jeremiah 29:13; John 4:21-24; Colossians 2:8-10; 1 John 4:1

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