The Family Discipleship Podcast

Beth Broom, licensed counselor working in church-based ministry who helps families talk about suffering. Champ Thornton, children and family resources director and author focused on middle-grade theology. They discuss why asking questions fuels discipleship. They explore helping kids wrestle with salvation and suffering, creating honest, Scripture-rooted conversations, and building better resources for 8–14 year olds.

Marty Machowski, children's and family pastor and author of gospel-centered resources, shares decades of ministry wisdom. He discusses partnering church and home, simple daily rhythms like dinner + ten-minute devotions, aligning curriculum across ages, and practical ways to start church-home discipleship projects such as using Advent as a pilot.

A short Q&A digs into whether sleepovers are wise and when to say no. They explain rules that protect kids, like keeping bedrooms off-limits to others at night. Conversation covers exceptions for trusted groups and how to coach children to refuse risky situations. The focus is on applying wisdom and discipleship rather than fear when making family decisions.

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 Ministry on Mission Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conversation focuses on preparing children for a family move between churches. They weigh gospel faithfulness against comfort and entertainment when choosing a new congregation. Practical tips cover balancing family needs with community fit, explaining what church means, and leaving previous churches with grace and respect.

Sinclair Ferguson, theologian and pastor known for decades of Reformed teaching and children’s books. He talks about forming Christian courage in kids. Church history as a resource for faith formation. Using biographies and mentors to inspire conviction. Practical steps for intentional, biblically rooted parenting and partnering with church.

Dr. Esau McCauley, New Testament professor and Anglican pastor who writes on Scripture, race, and formation. He talks about his children’s book God's Colorful Kingdom and why kids need more than Bible highlights. Discussions cover keeping the Bible’s big story while teaching diversity, including less-common passages, and practical ways parents shape children to value every person.

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) Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this conversation, author and speaker Scarlet Hiltibidal, known for her book 'Hopefulish', shares her insights on navigating household chaos. She discusses how sadness is a natural part of the Christian experience and how genuine faith can be practiced amidst disorder. Scarlet emphasizes reframing chaos as an invitation to trust God and the importance of modeling repentance in parenting. With heartfelt anecdotes, she illustrates the resilience of children and the balance between grief and joy in family life.

Discover how to prepare kids for the realities of rejection and the importance of not chasing popularity. The hosts share strategies for helping children embrace being different by modeling countercultural values within the family. They emphasize teaching biblical principles that foster true joy over societal approval. Learn how to burst the approval bubble early, encouraging independence from the fear of mockery and a closer relationship with God.