

The Disciple-Making Parent AudioBlog
Chap Bettis
In these short episodes of 5 to 10 minutes, Chap Bettis reads some of his most popular blog posts for your convenience. You will be equipped for family discipleship!
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Mar 18, 2026 • 6min
Honoring Grandparents In An Age of Unhonor
Grandparents can be a blessing or a struggle. In this episode we will think about God's call for our children to honor them and why it is important. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/honoring-grandparents-in-an-age-of-unhonor/

Mar 16, 2026 • 7min
Filling a Bucket and Lighting It On Fire
Why is it that so many who grow up in a Christian home don't hunger for the word? How can we change that? In this episode we will think about the goal of filling the bucket and lighting it on fire.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/filling-a-bucket-and-lighting-it-on-fire/

Mar 13, 2026 • 8min
Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude
Listen to learn how we can build our sense of gratitude, and help develop it in our children.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/cultivating-an-attitude-of-gratitude/

Mar 11, 2026 • 8min
Ways Your Church Is Changing You, Part 2
In part 2 of this blog post, we look at five of the ways the local church is changing you for the better even if you don't realize it.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/nine-ways-your-church-changes-you-for-good/

Mar 9, 2026 • 10min
Ways Your Church Is Changing You, Part 1
The church is the bride of Christ. Yet, too many people love the groom but not the bride. Despite her imperfections she is changing you for good. Learn how.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/nine-ways-your-church-changes-you-for-good/

Mar 6, 2026 • 7min
What Is a Family Pastor?
A new term has emerged - Family Pastor. What does it mean? Is there a new understanding or are we giving a new name to an old job description. Let's think about it together.To read the original post, visit: https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/what-is-a-family-pastor/

Mar 4, 2026 • 5min
Your Spouse Is Not Your Rock
As we build a life together with our spouse, it's important to remember who the true rock and foundation is.Read the original blog post here: https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/your-spouse-is-not-your-rock/

Mar 2, 2026 • 8min
Should I Make My Teen Go To Church?
Unfortunately, this question comes up too many times. In this recording, we want to help you think deeply and biblically about this question.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/should-i-make-my-teen-go-to-church/

Feb 28, 2026 • 6min
Seven Ways to Pray For Your Children
Prayer will always be a struggle. But it is vital work. Discover seven different ways that you can pray for your children.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/7-ways-to-pray-for-your-children/

Feb 27, 2026 • 7min
Helping Our Children Handle Suffering
Jesus told us that his disciples would suffer. As much as we don't want it, if our children follow Jesus they may experience suffering as well. Have we prepared them for that moment? Listen in for having a biblical perspective on this topic.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/my-children-need-persecution/


