If you’re a Christian parent trying to raise kids who love and follow Jesus, you’re in the right place. Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk real life—parenting wins and fails, marriage, faith at home, and what it looks like to follow Jesus as a family. You’ll get practical ideas, gospel encouragement, a
Does your family's mood determine yours? Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about thermometer and thermostat parenting, helping kids navigate their emotions, and how parents can cultivate a home marked by peace, gratitude, and the fruit of the Spirit. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook Bible to your Yoto player! Use code YOTO at checkout to get 25% off all…
Are you raising your kids with a pack, or letting someone else raise them for you? Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about the difference between outsourcing our kids' education, development, and discipleship and inviting trusted people to come alongside us where we need help. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook Bible to your Yoto player! Use code YOTO at…
Should you expect your kids to obey the first time you ask? Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about first-time obedience, why it can bring greater peace to your home, and how parents can train their kids toward obedience without making good behavior the ultimate goal. Obedience isn't just about raising well-behaved kids. It's about helping our children learn to lay down their own will, trust loving authority, and ultimately understand what it means to joyfully obey God. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all…
How Much Freedom Should You Give Your Kids? Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about letting kids experience natural consequences, giving them responsibility at home and school, knowing when to intervene, and why parents shouldn't let fear control every decision. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook Bible to your Yoto player! Use code YOTO at checkout to get…
Should you push your kids to achieve more, or give them room to find their own way? How can Christian parents call their kids toward faithfulness without tying their identity to their children’s performance? And how can we offer our kids unconditional love without lowering the bar for what God has called them to? Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook…
Cassie shares a brief update about a difficult summer for the Bryant family and her husband Eric’s recent cancer diagnosis. Join in praying for Eric’s healing, endurance for their family, and faith and comfort for their girls. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook Bible to your Yoto player! Use code YOTO at checkout to get 25% off all Yoto cards at…
When does protecting your kids become controlling them? Weunpack helicopter, snowplow, and "submarine" parenting and talk about how Christian parents can care deeply for their kids without letting fear take over. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook Bible to your Yoto player! Use code YOTO at checkout to get 25% off all Yoto cards at thegoodbook.com .…
What kinds of stories are shaping your kids? Adam and Cassie sit down with The Green Ember author S. D. Smith to talk about why stories matter so much in the life of a family. Sam shares how telling stories to his own children eventually became The Green Ember, why boredom can be a gift to a child's imagination, and why the best stories don't have to protect kids from every scary or difficult thing. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off…
Every parent wants to raise confident, resilient kids—but it's hard to know when to step in and when to step back. Adam and Chelsea sit down with counselor, author, and longtime parenting expert David Thomas to discuss his new book Capable. Together they explore why so many kids today struggle with confidence and resilience, how well-meaning parents can unintentionally stand in the way of growth, and why allowing children to experience manageable challenges is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com…
Culture is discipling your family every day. The question is whether you're paying attention. Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie welcome Bible teacher and author Elizabeth Woodson to discuss how modern culture subtly shapes our loves, habits, and identities—and how Christian families can intentionally resist those influences. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the King brings a complete Storybook…
What if family devotions didn’t have to be complicated? Drawing from their years of raising three children and their new resource, The Good News Family Devotional : 52 Weeks Through the Gospel of Mark, the Krugers share practical encouragement for parents who feel unqualified, inconsistent, or overwhelmed when it comes to leading family devotions. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series. The Kingdom and the…
How do we help our families notice God in everyday life? Adam and Cassie sit down with author Douglas McKelvey, creator of the Every Moment Holy liturgy series, to talk about helping families recognize God's presence in ordinary moments and creating rhythms that shape faith over time. From changing diapers to losing electricity, celebrating milestones to navigating grief, Douglas shares how liturgy can help families slow down, reorient their hearts, and remember that God is present in every corner of life. Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at…
Anxiety is affecting more families than ever before—but what if fear doesn’t have to win?Adam and Chelsea sit down with author, Bible teacher, and spoken word artist Blair Linne to talk honestly about anxiety, panic attacks, fear, and how parents can help their children process worry in healthy, gospel-centered ways.Resources Mentioned: You Are the Brave and the Swirling Worry by Blair Linne Made to Tremble by Blair Linne The Family Worships with Shai and Blair Linne Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today! Use code FDP to get 30% off all…
What if family devotions didn’t have to be perfect to be effective? Adam and Cassie sit down with Carl Laferton to talk about what family Bible time really looks like in a normal home—and why the ordinary, imperfect moments are often where God is doing the most. If you’ve ever thought: “We should be doing family devotions…” “We tried, but it didn’t go well…” “I don’t feel equipped to lead my kids spiritually…” This episode is for you. Carl offers a refreshing, honest take: Family devotions are necessary—but they’re not everything. They’re one part of a much bigger picture: a home where the…
What does it actually mean to lead your family spiritually? For many parents, the pressure feels overwhelming. But in this conversation, Alistair Begg reframes success in a refreshingly simple and biblical way: Keep your kids alive Feed their bodies And don’t neglect feeding their souls Through stories from his own childhood, parenting years, and now as a grandfather, Alistair encourages parents to focus less on performance and more on consistent, Christ-centered rhythms. This episode is especially helpful for parents who feel: Unequipped to teach the Bible Discouraged by inconsistency…
If you’ve ever walked away from a parenting moment thinking, “I just made things worse,” this episode is for you. Abbey Wedgeworth joins the show to unpack the fear that we’re ruining our kids—and why that fear is both understandable and misplaced. Drawing from her new book, she helps parents navigate guilt, shame, anger, comparison, and the pressure to “get it right.” Buy Abbey's Book: Help! I’m Ruining My Kids! by Abbey Wedgeworth Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a…
Adam and Chelsea talk with Champ Thornton and Beth Broom about why questions matter so much in discipleship. They discuss how parents can help kids wrestle with big topics like salvation and suffering, why middle-grade kids need better discipleship resources, and how honest conversations rooted in Scripture can shape faith in lasting ways. Resources Mentioned: 10 Questions About Salvation by Champ Thornton 10 Questions About Suffering by Beth Broome Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you…
Adam talks with longtime children’s pastor and author Marty Machowski about helping parents disciple their kids at home. Marty shares lessons from decades of ministry, why churches and families must partner together, and simple rhythms that help parents build faith conversations into everyday life. Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here at The Family Discipleship Podcast. Follow Us: Instagram |…
Sleepovers can feel like a normal part of childhood—but are they wise? Adam and Chelsea share how their family has approached sleepovers, why their default has usually been “no,” and how they think about risk, wisdom, and discipleship in these decisions. Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here at The Family Discipleship Podcast. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good…
Adam sits down with author and ministry leader Jared Kennedy to talk about what family discipleship looks like in real life—not just in theory. From parenting a child with special needs to building spiritual rhythms at home, Jared shares honest stories, practical habits, and long-term hopes for raising kids who love Jesus. This conversation is both deeply encouraging and refreshingly grounded for parents in every season. Books by Jared: The Beginner’s Gospel Story Bible God Made Me for Worship Jesus Came for Me Jesus Is Bigger Than Me The Faith Builder Catechism Keeping Your Children’s…
In this "One Question" episode, Adam and Chelsea tackle a common but weighty parenting question: How do we prepare our kids when we change churches? Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here at The Family Discipleship Podcast. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our…
How do we raise kids with courage and clarity in a confusing world? Adam talks with theologian and pastor Sinclair Ferguson about faith formation, Christian courage, and why church history still matters for families today.Resources Mentioned: John Knox by Sinclair Ferguson Do Great Things For God Series by The Good Book Company Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here at The Family Discipleship Podcast.…
Adam sits down with Dr. Esau McCauley—New Testament professor at Wheaton College and pastor of All Saints Anglican Church in Naperville—to talk about discipling kids in a divided world. They discuss Esau’s new children’s book God’s Colorful Kingdom , why kids need more than “Bible greatest hits,” and how parents can shape the way their children learn to value every person as made in God’s image. Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you…
In this "One Question" episode, Cassie answers a question Christian parents ask all the time: How do I know if my child is ready for baptism? Cassie shares simple diagnostic questions to ask your child, how to look for fruit over time, and why it’s wise to stay both curious and cautious—without quenching their excitement to follow Jesus.Resources Mentioned: Belong: Finding Your Place in God’s Story (kids/family baptism & gospel curriculum referenced from Cassie’s church) Is My Child Ready To Be Baptized? (episode from 2021) Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too.…
What do you do when your home feels like constant chaos—emotionally, logistically, and literally? Adam and Cassie sit down with author Scarlet Hiltibidal to talk about Hopefulish , why sadness is a normal part of the Christian life, and how the gospel meets parents right in the middle of disorder. This episode will help you reframe chaos as an invitation to trust God, practice honest faith at home, and hold onto hope without pretending everything’s fine.Resources Mentioned: Hopefulish by Scarlet Hiltibidal Afraid of All the Things by Scarlet Hiltibidal Anxious (Bible study on anxiety) by…
Following Jesus has never been the cool option—and that’s something our kids need to be ready for. In this One Question episode, Adam and Chelsea talk about how to disciple kids who aren’t ruled by popularity, approval, or the fear of man. They unpack how to make being “different” normal and why closeness to God matters more than being liked. Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here at The Family…
Parenting teenagers can feel overwhelming—especially in a noisy, over-scheduled, screen-filled world. Cameron Cole and Anna Meade Harris from Rooted Ministry join us to talk about discipling adolescents with grace, clarity, and patience, and why parents still matter more than any algorithm or trend. They also dig into loneliness, technology, late-night conversations, and how churches can better support families (especially single parents).Resources Mentioned: Rooted Ministry Rooted Ministry Podcasts God’s Grace for Every Family by Anna Meade Harris You’re Only Human by Kelly Kapic Let this…
Many parents worry their kids will resent them for being intentional about faith. In this one-question episode, Adam and Chelsea challenge that fear and invite parents to trust God with the results of faithful discipleship. Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here at The Family Discipleship Podcast. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by…
Youth sports can bring out the best—and the worst—in all of us. In this episode, Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie sit down with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to talk honestly about winning, idolatry, sideline behavior, and how sports can become one of the most powerful discipleship tools in your family if you let it. This conversation will challenge the way you think about practices, games, car rides home, and what really matters in the long run.Resources Mentioned: Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports by Brian Smith & Edwin Croyle Athletes in Action Let this Mother’s Day…
Adam and Chelsea talk candidly about “work-life balance” and how easy it is to give our best at work while giving our families what’s left over. They discuss why family discipleship can feel less urgent but is infinitely more important, and how to reorder our loves so that our best energy goes to the people God has entrusted to us. Contact us through our website. Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too. Head to cozyearth.com and use our code FDP for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth from us here…
About The Family Discipleship Podcast
If you’re a Christian parent trying to raise kids who love and follow Jesus, you’re in the right place. Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk real life—parenting wins and fails, marriage, faith at home, and what it looks like to follow Jesus as a family. You’ll get practical ideas, gospel encouragement, and a reminder that God is the one who grows our kids’ faith.
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