The Walk: Recent Episodes
Tony and Laura Smith
The Walk is a podcast focused on biblical parenting (what the Bible says about parenting) and reaches all stages of life. Whether you are a new or experienced parent, we all make mistakes and wrestle through what being a godly mom or dad looks like in daily life. This podcast provides hope and encouragement through the Bible's teaching about being the parent God desires you to be.
What happens when life takes something precious from you, forever altering your path? In this deeply moving episode of the Walk Family Podcast, Tony introduces "Seasons of Despair," featuring fathers Ben and Lee who share their journeys through profound grief and overwhelming stress.
Ben vulnerably recounts losing multiple children – first through miscarriage and then his son Atticus at 39 weeks, just days before his due date. "I remember in that moment it was almost like something washed over me... my previous life is gone and I'm entering into something completely different now," he shares. Ben describes grief as "a ball bouncing in a box" with a button that triggers waves of emotion – initially the box is small and the button is hit constantly, but gradually the box expands, giving more space between those intense moments of pain.
Lee offers a different perspective on despair through a business venture that nearly bankrupted his family despite prayer and careful planning. Both men arrive at a powerful insight: identifying the "core lie" behind our pain is crucial to finding hope. These lies – that God doesn't love us or isn't aware of our struggles – must be confronted with truth, often with support from community and scripture.
The conversation reveals that choosing hope isn't denying what causes despair, but rather carrying that burden differently – allowing God to carry both us and our pain. As Ben beautifully puts it, "It's not just the surrender of it. I can't get rid of the heaviness and the pain... but letting God take you in his arms and he's carrying that too with you as you're carrying it."
Are you struggling with grief or overwhelming stress? This episode offers not just comfort in shared experiences but practical wisdom for the journey forward. Join the conversation and discover how faith can illuminate even the darkest seasons of life.
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Three fathers sit down for an intimate conversation about the peaks and valleys of parenthood in this powerful exploration of fatherhood through the lens of faith. Lee Miles shares his evolution as a father of four, describing how each child brought unique challenges that revealed his own spiritual growth—from anxious over-providing with his first to peaceful trust by his fourth. "God, I got this," he reflects on his current mindset, "What I think and what I believe... Lord, you're so much more than that."
Ben Puckett offers a heartbreaking yet hope-filled perspective as he navigates being "a father to four but getting to be a father to one." After experiencing the loss of three children at different stages, he speaks candidly about parenting his six-year-old daughter while grieving, and how her questions about heaven create profound opportunities to share faith. His vulnerability illuminates the reality that fatherhood sometimes includes devastating loss.
The conversation delves into how marriage relationships transform after children arrive. Both men emphasize the importance of intentionally cultivating friendship with their wives amid the demands of parenting—whether through planned outings, shared activities, or simply creating space to connect beyond discussions about children. As Ben puts it, "I just want to feel like we're friends together."
At the heart of this episode lies a powerful reminder: "Good things will take from best things." The fathers discuss how easy it is for their identity to become wrapped up in fatherhood rather than in Christ, and how discipleship—not just discipline—creates opportunities to point children toward Jesus. This distinction becomes particularly poignant when walking children through difficult realities like death and loss.
Whether you're a new parent, a seasoned father, or someone walking alongside those experiencing the rollercoaster of parenthood, this conversation offers wisdom, comfort, and a reminder that even in seasons of despair, there remains an unshakable hope that transforms how we parent, love, and live.
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A devastating fall down a flight of stairs left Scott with a fractured skull in three places, unable to walk or talk, and doctors offering no hope for recovery. His remarkable journey from severe traumatic brain injury to complete healing reveals powerful insights about neurological health in our increasingly toxic world.
Scott's background as an international educator in functional medicine positioned him uniquely to understand his own recovery when traditional treatments failed. Through connections with pioneering neurologists and his own determined research, he discovered specific compounds that rebuilt his brain function when conventional medicine had no solutions. The spiritual dimension of his healing journey proves equally compelling—finding profound faith precisely when he lost everything else in his life.
What began as a personal recovery story has evolved into an urgent warning about environmental toxins. Scott now treats numerous patients exhibiting traumatic brain injury symptoms despite never experiencing physical trauma. The culprit? Our daily exposure to approximately 2,000 chemicals that can breach the blood-brain barrier, creating neuroinflammation that mirrors concussion symptoms. Many of these substances—banned in the EU but still permitted in the US—are hiding in everyday items like plastic containers, processed foods, and personal care products.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Scott explains "leaky brain" syndrome, where toxins compromise the brain's protective barrier, triggering immune responses that attack neural tissue. This inflammation manifests as brain fog, anxiety, concentration problems, mood swings, and cognitive decline—issues increasingly common yet frequently misdiagnosed or dismissed.
Whether you're recovering from a brain injury, struggling with unexplained neurological symptoms, or simply want to protect your cognitive health in our chemical-laden environment, Scott offers practical, accessible strategies anyone can implement. From understanding plastic safety numbers to selecting specific brain-protective supplements, his approach empowers listeners with actionable steps toward better brain health.
Visit mybrainmechanic.com to learn more about Scott's work and free Thursday consultations for those seeking neurological health support.
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A straight-A student with a stable family background doesn't fit the typical addiction stereotype, yet Courtney Propper's life crumbled with shocking speed once substances took hold. Her raw testimony reveals how college experimentation rapidly escalated to methamphetamine addiction, multiple arrests, and ultimately losing custody of her young daughter.
"From September to December I've just been doing meth," Courtney explains, "my addiction to this substance was not even a year long thing. It dragged me down that quick." What makes her story particularly powerful is how quickly methamphetamine destroyed everything she cared about, transforming from smoking to injecting within just months.
The crushing moment when Child Protective Services removed her daughter serves as the emotional center of Courtney's testimony. Yet even this devastating loss wasn't immediately enough to break addiction's hold. It took multiple arrests, jail time, and the realization she was rapidly approaching death before surrender became possible.
Courtney doesn't sugarcoat the difficult road back. Her recovery journey stretched over four years before regaining custody of her daughter—time she now recognizes was necessary to build a solid foundation. "If I had got my daughter back when I thought that I needed her back, there's a 99.9% chance I probably would have relapsed," she reflects, acknowledging divine timing in her restoration process.
Now married, sober, and raising her daughter with a renewed faith foundation, Courtney's testimony offers hope that even from the darkest places, complete transformation is possible. Her vulnerability in sharing these painful chapters creates a powerful reminder that addiction doesn't discriminate, but neither does the opportunity for redemption.
You can connect with Courtney at Courtney@recoveredonpurpose.org
The One Brought Backby Courtney Proper
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What happens when life's storms feel unrelenting, but hope and humor shine through? Our episode today features Terry, whose journey from the ICU to battling cancer is a testament to resilience powered by faith. Raised on the South Side of Chicago, Terry's upbringing instilled a strong spiritual foundation, allowing him to find laughter even amidst adversity, like imagining popcorn popping on his fevered chest. His story not only touches on his health challenges but also highlights the emotional pulse of his family, especially his military-serving daughter.
Listeners will hear personal accounts of strength in the face of a melanoma diagnosis that came at 51, stories of daunting treatments, and the crucial role of loved ones during such times. The journey of enduring severe side effects and making heart-wrenching decisions, like dealing with the consequences of aggressive cancer treatments, is shared candidly. The narrative also touches on the emotional weight of navigating personal health alongside family responsibilities, demonstrating the power of support and faith.
As we wrap up, we reflect on how personal trials often lead to profound self-discovery and a deeper connection with one's faith. The conversation explores how facing life's challenges head-on can illuminate purpose and meaning, with insights like the Navy SEALs' 40% rule offering motivational guidance. We also introduce our new serial format, promising a deeper dive into these heartfelt stories with each episode, and encourage listeners to stay connected for more insights, inspiration, and updates on upcoming projects.
https://www.motivationalcheck.com/
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What happens when the children we love and nurture veer off the path we envisioned for them? Join us this episode as Tony and I confront the emotional challenges of parenting, alongside our insightful guests. We share personal stories about the heartache of watching children face difficulties or reject core family values. Through heartfelt conversations, we explore tailored approaches to discipline and guidance, recognizing that each child—whether an eight-year-old or a toddler—requires unique strategies. The importance of community and shared experiences shines through, offering solace and perspective for those tough parenting moments.
Parenthood can be an overwhelming journey, especially as we tackle the chaos and demands of raising young children. We unpack the emotional toll it takes on both parents, acknowledging how clutter and constant demands can lead to feelings of despair. The discussion highlights the different stages of parenting, from the early days with a newborn to the energetic toddler years, and how parents can support each other through these times. By emphasizing spousal support and the need for open communication, we offer strategies for couples to manage their emotions and find balance amid the chaos.
Turning to faith during moments of deep despair is a recurring theme throughout our conversation. Whether dealing with a child's loss or their departure from shared beliefs, the solace found in prayer and scripture is invaluable. We reflect on Jesus's experience of despair in the Garden of Gethsemane, highlighting the power of prayer as demonstrated by his example. As we introduce our winter 2025 series, "Seasons of Despair," listeners are invited to stay connected through our website and newsletter for ongoing support and insights. Let's journey together, finding hope and strength in faith and community as we navigate the ups and downs of parenthood.
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This episode dives deep into the complex realities of spiritual dryness, exploring how life’s challenges can lead us to feel disconnected from God. Tony and Laura share personal experiences, practical strategies, and biblical wisdom to support listeners on their journey through despair while reminding them they are not alone.
• Defining spiritual dryness as personal feelings of emptiness and distance from God
• Discussing the impact of life circumstances on spiritual health
• Exploring the importance of community for spiritual renewal
• Recognizing envy and its impact on our relationships and faith
• Encouraging confession and forgiveness as pathways to healing
• Using biblical metaphors to illustrate spiritual growth and barrenness
• Providing actionable steps to nurture faith despite difficult seasons
If you're interested, be sure to connect with us on our website, thewalkfm.com, for more resources and updates!
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Could an addiction that starts from curiosity lead to a profound spiritual transformation? Join us as Jake Kastleman, the founder of No More Desire, opens up about his journey overcoming pornography addiction, beginning as a teenager in a home already familiar with addiction’s shadows due to his father's work. Jake's story is one of struggle, revelation, and redemption, offering invaluable insights into the societal and personal impacts of pornography, including its ties to human trafficking and its emotional toll on men. His experience illustrates the stark realities of addiction and serves as a beacon of hope for those navigating similar paths.
Our conversation doesn't stop at personal stories; it extends to the healing power of integrating psychological tools and faith-based practices. Discover how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and parts work, when combined with spiritual practices, can become powerful allies in the journey to recovery. By fostering self-awareness and compassion and seeking strength from a higher power, individuals can forge a resilient path towards healing. The key, we find, lies in open communication and the support of trusted relationships, providing a foundation for lasting change.
The episode crescendos with a deep dive into the intensive recovery programs that Jake champions, breaking down the illusions of quick fixes and highlighting the importance of a committed, holistic approach. Jake sheds light on how these programs address both the emotional roots and lifestyle changes necessary for overcoming addiction, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's motivations and emotional needs. We also reveal an exciting shift in our podcast format, promising more engaging content and opportunities for connection. Listen in for a compelling journey of understanding, empathy, and empowerment, as we explore these vital topics and invite you to take part in the conversation.
https://www.nomoredesire.com/
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Hope and resilience shine through as Christine shares her harrowing experience with breast cancer, revealing how despair can lead to unexpected growth and purpose. Her story emphasizes the importance of community support and faith in overcoming life's greatest challenges.
• Christine recounts her modeling career and personal insecurities
• Contemplation of suicide shortly after diagnosis
• Shift from external to internal faith during illness
• The invaluable role of community support throughout her journey
• Importance of vulnerability and accepting help from others
• Transformation into a mentor for others battling illness
• The power of storytelling and a hopeful message in the upcoming film
Walk Beside Me: A Novel
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This episode illuminates the journey of single motherhood and adoption through Ashlee Cryderman's eyes, highlighting the struggles and joys she encountered along the way. From overcoming health challenges to embracing faith in fostering, Ashlee's story serves as a powerful testament to hope and resilience.
• Exploration of Ashlee's personal health challenges and their impact on her decisions
• The role of family support in the adoption journey
• Realities and joys of fostering a child with a traumatic background
• Encouragement for listening to one's calling and following through with faith
• Importance of community and support networks in the adoption process
• Insightful advice for those considering adoption or foster care
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Marriage can often feel like a rollercoaster of highs and lows, where disappointment and despair loom large, but there is hope. Tony and Laura explore their personal trials, share profound insights from experience, and highlight the significance of faith in overcoming marital struggles.
• Reflecting on the challenges of marriage over time
• The vital role of communication in resolving conflicts
• Disappointment versus despair: understanding the differences
• Cling to the promises of God during tough times
• The importance of seeking God together in marriage
• The value of lamentation and expressing our struggles
• Encouragement to learn from one another and grow through trials
• Building a strong foundation of faith as a couple
• The transformative power of community support
• Recognizing that marriage is a journey, not just a destination
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This week, Tony enters into a dark realm of raising newborns: apathy. Dads sometimes, if not often, find themselves feeling a level of purposeless or even apathy towards their newborn. If you are new to being a parent, this may come as a shock due to the tendency of everybody bringing so much excitement around the new arrival of your bundle of joy. However, that little bundle may not be as joyful as you first perceived.
Tony helps bring awareness to the possibility of parents feeling apathetic towards their newborn and provide wisdom from the Lord to help guide you through those dark moments of parenthood.
Focus on The Family Article
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This week's episode, Tony discusses different ways couple can endure the grind of nighttime with a newborn. We all know babies don't often sleep through the night during the newborn stage. However, does that mean the mother has to get up with the baby all night, every night? Not so! In this episode, you will find different ways to "tag-team" the gauntlet of nighttime with your new bundle of joy as Tony brings awareness of some benefit and downfalls to splitting time between you and your spouse as you care for your new baby.
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In this week's episode Tony takes on the hard discussion of SIDS. He explains not only what SIDS is and the effects it has on the family dynamic, but targets bringing awareness of the topic to dads along with providing them with tips and strategies that can help reduce the risk of it occuring.
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In today's episode, Tony discusses the struggles new parents go through with sleepless nights. He shares he and Laura's experiences, strategies and tips to help get through the daunting task of nighttime care for a newborn that may extend to over a year.
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In this weeks episode, Tony tackles the challenging circumstance of colic. Sometimes, there is nothing you can do to console your crying baby, and you feel helpless and frustrated. Tony helps new dads navigate different strategies and brings awareness and hope for parents who have an extremely fussy newborn as they feel lost in knowing what to do next.
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This week's episode includes a heartfelt discussion about postpartum depression. Tony walks through some do's and don't for dad's who may see their bride go through this dark and challenging experience of parenthood. Attached below is a link to a more in depth discussion on postpartum depression that was discussed a few years ago between Tony and Laura as they share their own experience with post partum depression.
Postpartum Depression
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This week's episode Tony discusses his personal experiences with children having Tongue Tie. As parent, especially moms who choose to tackle breastfeeding, the infamous tongue tie can play a huge factor on the physical and mental well being of the family. Dads, tune in to learn about the factors tongue tie can have on your wife and what you can do to support her on this journey when welcoming your newborn home!
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Imagine, for a moment, the serene image of a mother nursing her baby—only to have the peace interrupted by latch issues and the sharp sting of nipple pain. That's where I, Tony Smith, come in with my ukulele and a head full of science, ready to guide all you dads through the breastfeeding journey. On this episode of the Walk Family Podcast, we wade through the waters of nursing, offering a supportive buoy to the moms navigating this challenging course. I'll regale you with tales from my own life and provide insight into the crucial role fathers play. From understanding your baby's hunger cues to knowing when to seek help from a lactation expert, we cover all bases to ensure you're not just a bystander in this pivotal process.
Breastfeeding isn't just about a baby and a breast; it's an intricate dance between mother, child, and yes, even dad. As we explore the emotional labyrinth that comes with nursing—be it anxiety, self-doubt, or the bittersweet conclusion of the breastfeeding period—I'll share strategies for open communication and family support. We'll talk about different nursing holds that can make all the difference in comfort and connection, and confront the sometimes-daunting decision to supplement or switch to bottle-feeding. Rest assured, this talk isn't about dictating the 'right' way to feed your child but rather an affirmation that each loving choice you make is the perfect one for your family. So tune in, and let's embark on this supportive expedition together.
Breastfeeding Positions
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This episode is all about getting dirty! Tony discusses the concept of Meconium (the first bowel movement of a newborn). In Navigating Meconium you will find some misconceptions about meconium and how it can affect your baby along with what to expect after.. Tony also highlights his own experience with meconium as a father of his three kiddos, of which, all three had different experiences. This episode provides dads with some what to expect before, during and after your newborns first poop.
Constipation Massage Techniques for Newborns
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In this episode Tony walks through the value of doing Skin to Skin as a dad with your child shortly after delivery. Skin to Skin is somewhat of a taboo topic in different places in Western culture. Tony shares some tips and research on how the skin to skin process can not only help benefit the health of your child, but can also benefit moms and dads.
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This week Tony breaks down what Delayed Cord Clamping is and how it can be used to benefit your newborn immediately after delivery. As a dad, there can be an immense amount of pride in cutting the cord, but there are also some hidden benefits in simply waiting a few minutes before you clamp, cut and snuggle your new baby that Tony discusses in this episode.
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In this episode ofthe Fathering the First Series,Tony discusses the importance of budgeting as you prepare to welcome a new baby into your life. There is a huge market for baby "things" and the temptation is to get the latest and greatest stuff (especially in the nesting phase). However, Tony encourages dads to budget, have a conversation with your wives about how much to spend and what is actually necessary to prepare for your bundle of joy so you are not wasting hundreds or thousands of dollars!
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In this episode of Fathering the First Tony explores his experience of the delivery room in the hopes to provide some guidance to new, expectant fathers. He shares the emotions behind witnessing your first child's birth along with how to navigate trauma and the "unknown and unexpected" things that can happen within the delivery room.
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This episode includes Tony's experience with watching and learning from Laura receiving epidurals for two of their three children. He explains to dads what epidurals are, their cost, what they do and that it isn't always for everybody! Tony encourages couples to have a discussion with each other about an epidural being in their birth plan (or not) and pushes expecting moms and dads to discuss with their doctor best options in regards to pain relief for your upcoming birth experience.
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Welcome! Today's episode includes Tony sharing his top 5 essential things that are a MUST to pack in your hospital bag when expecting your first kid. These things are often overlooked and aren't typically thought of as a "need" but they make a huge difference if you have these things with you at the hospital.
Dads, getting organized and being prepared for your expected child makes you look like a champion in the eyes of your wife. It's never too early to get your hospital bag around and ready to go.
Also, attached is our very own Hospital Bag list. For all of you expecting moms and dads, click on the link below to download it!
Hospital Bag Checklist
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Welcome to our new series, Fathering the First. Throughout this series, Tony navigates a wide variety of topics he has learned over the years when expecting children. The goal is to provide new dads and expecting mothers advice, guidance and tips about pregnancy, delivery, labor and bringing babies home that nobody ever talks about or things unexpected!
To kick things off, Tony discusses Doula services and how they benefit not just the mother through labor and delivery, but also make dads look like a superhero by getting authentic help and support for his bride during one of the most life changing experience...bringing home a child.
Impact on Doulas in Healthy Birth OutcomesForever Doula
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In this episode, Tony and Laura get into the heart of adoption and raising kids with Somer Colbert. On paper, child rearing and adoption sound like a noble calling. However, those endeavors don't come without its challenges and a need to persevere. Somer provides encouragement to parents as she shares how, through trials, she was able to cling to the Lord while going through their decade long adoption journey and the struggles she and her family face when trying to serve the Lord in multiple different directions simultaneously.
If you'd like to hear more from or connect with Somer, her Instagram and Website are found below.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/somercolbert/Website:https://www.somercolbert.com/
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Tony and Laura bring Monica Swanson to the show to talk about her book Raising Amazing, and how raising a bunch of boys for the Lord has so many benefits as we age as parents. Monica currently resides on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawai'i with her husband and youngest son. Monica can be reached on her website https://monicaswanson.com/ along with her podcast, books, and resources.
Website: https://monicaswanson.com/
Podcast: https://monicaswanson.com/podcast/ You can check out Monica's book Raising Amazing here:Raising Amazing:https://monicaswanson.com/raisingamazing/
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In today's episode, Kent and Lawson, from the Father On Purpose podcast, join Tony in discussing the depths of godly fatherhood. Through this conversation you will hear stories, struggles and a little satire on their journey of fathering their children by clinging onto God and His word.
Father On Purpose: https://manhoodjourney.org/
Father On Purpose Podcast: https://manhoodjourney.org/podcast
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Tony has an in depth conversation with Mark Gregston, host of the Parenting Today's Teens podcast and founder of Heartlight Ministries. The discussion takes you on a 40 year journey to the realm of ministering over 3,500 teenagers! Mark currently resides in Hallsville, Texas with his wife with the Heartlight campus nearby.
Mark has written over 20 books and is produces an episode on his show every weekday offering advice on raising teens and showcasing teenagers own stories.
You can check out more of Mark Gregston's resources in the links below:
Heartlight MinistriesParenting Today's Teens Youtube: @heartlightstories2138Parenting Today's Teens Podcast
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In the fourth episode of the Growing Godly series, Tony and Laura openly talk about navigating envy within their own hearts as well as with their children. Envy can be incredibly challenging to discuss, but also necessary to help expose the sin to one another to help draw our kids to Jesus.
Help Your Kids Fight Envy
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The third episode of the Growing Godly series focuses on selfishness as Tony and Laura discuss how their own selfishness impacts their kids. People have natural selfish tendencies, even from birth and through experience, Tony and Laura share how to navigate some of those experiences.
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Dave and Dante are two guys following Christ through their ministry, Legacy Dads. Their podcast is designed to guide and encourage father's of all walks of life to understand that through the power of Christ they can leave an impactful legacy for their kids.
These two "jerks on a journey" offer insight, hope and wisdom on discipleship, homeschooling and brokenness from their own fatherhood experience.
If you'd like to connect with the Legacy Dads, be sure to click on the links below!
IG: @Legacy_dads Website: https://www.legacydads.org/ Stages: https://www.legacydads.org/stages
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Welcome back to episode 2 of the Growing Godly Kids series. In this episode, Tony and Laura navigate anger between husband and wife along with the anger of your children. Psalm 145:8 is also discussed in what to do with God's anger.
Oftentimes as parents raising young children, anger can lead to poor decision making. Mistakes are made on behalf of both the parent and the child. Should parents ever ask their child for forgiveness? Or no matter what, is the parent always in the right simply due to the fact that they are, the parent? As Tony and Laura talk about these issues in their own struggles with anger, the hope is that you, moms and dads, would wrestle with God through this tricky emotion of anger.
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Welcome to the first episode in the Growing Godly Kids series! Tony and Laura team up and take on the issue of worry that exists in our kids. So often we find our kids filled with anxiety about the unknown. That anxiety can even lead to fear. Unfortunately, many kids struggle with this. Tony and Laura discuss the complex issue of worry and offer four practical ways to help your kiddos overcome their own fear and anxiety.
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11/28/2023
Welcome to the Growing Godly Kids series! In this short episode, Tony and Laura discuss an overview on what the entire series will include with topics such as anxiety and forgiveness.
We hope that you find encouragement, hope and some new practical tips to help grow godly kids in your home by taking footsteps of faith with Jesus in navigating these challenges with your children.
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11/1/2023
Tony concludes The Parental Proverbs Series with this short episode on Proverbs Chapter 9. What does it mean to choose wisdom over foolishness? This concluding episode brings a nice summary over what the father of the parental proverbs is trying to teach his son.
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11/14/2023
Tony navigates Proverbs Chapter 8 discussion the Wisdom of God. Wisdom appears to be a characteristic of God from the very beginning, and it was considered wise for creation to occur, even though sin would enter the world. Can wisdom only be obtained after we make foolish mistakes?
Homeless Man Discusses Godly Wisdom
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11/7/2023
In this week's episode we get the third warning against adultery. Tony discusses the tactics of the adulterous woman found in Proverbs 7. As she allures the simpleton in the street, he falls prey to her evil schemes. How does King Solomon know all of this? Is it by experience having been with 1,000 women? Or is this by mere observation?
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10/31/2023
Happy Halloween!! In this week's episode, Tony discusses the second warning against adultery found in the parental proverbs found in the second half of Proverbs chapter 6.
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10/24/2023
Tony takes a glance at the first half of Proverbs chapter 6, focusing on verses 1-5. The parental wisdom encompasses what many parents do for their children nowadays as they enter the college stage: co-signing student loans. How does Scripture tackle the concept of debt, and even debt that is not our own?
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10/17/2023
Tony discusses the consequences as well as a possible solution in the fight against adultery in a culture that normalizes it. Proverbs chapter 5 showcases a warning against adultery, however Tony focuses on two words that may help navigate the problem in our society today: Discretion and Intoxication.
The Marriage Knot
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10/10/2023
Tony discusses three parental concepts in Proverbs chapter four that discuss family tradition, paths to light and darkness and the anatomy of discipleship. Each of these three topics are interconnected in a multigenerational proverb that extends from Grandparent to Parent to Child. This episode provides practical ways you as mom, dad grandma or grandpa can leave a legacy through traditions you establish and maintain for decades to come and how that leads children to pursue Jesus as parents learn to disciple their kids.
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10/3/2023
This weeks episode Tony dives into Proverbs chapter 3 and discusses four points that illustrate what a righteous home looks like and how, as parents, we receive the blessings of God by pursuing Him. This episode offers revelation into how moms and dads can take steps of faith to bring the Lord's blessing into their home on a daily basis by listening to the Wisdom of Solomon in this chapter of Proverbs.
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9/26/2023
In this episode, Tony elaborates on the second half of Proverbs chapter 2. The focus is on awareness of the two categories of wickedness in terms of people and understanding their tactics to prevent yourself and your children from falling into sin through temptation.
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9/19/2023
In this episode, Tony navigates the beginning of Proverbs chapter 2 on how wisdom allows parents to teach, guide and develop godly character in our children.
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Tony begins this series focusing on Proverbs chapter 1 in regard to how attractive sin can be.
As there is dialogue between the father and son within this proverb, there is a level of caution given, in that, sin is incredibly enticing, but wisdom protects and guards you from the evil that lurks.
With personal examples and practicality, there is encouragement in the pursuit of wisdom not only for you as the mom or dad, but also for your young adult as well.
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7/4/2023
Tony introduces a new series titeld "The Parental Proverbs".
This series focuses on Proverbs 1-9 and how parents are expected to teach their children the value of wisdom in order to protect them against the temptations of the world.
Throughout this series, Tony will be going into detail about how specifics aspects of wisdom guard against that wide variety of evil that looks to tempt you as well as your kids.
Most Teenagers Drop Out of Church When They Become Young Adults
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Tony interviews Chris and Randee Cantrell on their journey through adoption. As they both pursued international adoption, God led them on a path that challenged them that directed their relationship to creating the family they have today.
Many of the challenges addressed focus on following God's plan instead of your own and caring for children with severe trauma as early as birth along with caring for children with special needs.
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5/2/2023
Tony's adoption Interview with Kent and Marilyn Fannin as they share their journey into adoption and describe the ups and downs by pursuing children with steps of faith from many different backgrounds.
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1/24/2023
Tony interviews friend and colleague Desiree Fires about the journey to adopting her daughter Lilly.
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1/17/2023
Welcome Back! Happy New Year!
I hope all of you had a great series of holidays over the last several weeks!
We are beginning a new series on Adoption, but there are some cool new things that we developed, including a brand new website, over the holiday season that we encourage you to check out below!
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11/22/2022
Tony concludes this series with discussing Romans 1 and how God's wrath not only affects individual people also groups as large as nations.
We are taking the holiday season to focus on other areas of our ministry and will return with a brand new series beginning January 17th, 2023.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving and a very Merry Christmas and we will see you in 2023!
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11/15/2022
Today's episode is all about going through life in the absence of God. Tony focuses this episode on how, as individuals, we have experienced divine distance and how that is reflected in our parenting. But what actually happens when we live a life without any respect for God? What happens when we are walking with the Lord and don't feel His presence?
If you are having dark thoughts and contemplating suicide, please call for help.
Know that you are loved and valued far more than you know and feel.
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11/8/2022
Tony continues the discussion with the absence of family focusing on children in the foster care system, foster families and the process of adoption.
7 Core Issues of Adoption
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11/1/2022
Entering into the discussion on what it means to be forsaken, Tony brings up topics such as abandonment within the home, but also as a issue our nation is going through. This episode jumps into Michigan's upcoming vote on Proposal 3 and how we as parents can navigate some of the most challenging issues of rejection within the family unit.
Michigan's Proposal 22-3
Michigan's Parental Rights Restoration Act 211 of 1990.
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10/25/22
In this episode, Tony continues his discussion about the influence of having an absent father. As adults and parents, many of the things of dads did when we were younger are now portrayed upon our own children. Through small and simple steps, we can begin to change to be the parent God calls us to be.
The Four Spiritual Laws Bracelet
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10/18/22
The Absence series continues with shifting gears focusing on the father figure of the home. Tony discusses context of Ephesians 6:4 and how there are extremes of father-like parenting; one that resembles the Ancient Roman culture of abuse and exasperation and one that resembles the passivity of Eli, a priest who saw the wickedness of his sons and did nothing.
In this episode we dive into how parents, but specifically dad's, are called to raise their children in the teachings and instruction of Jesus Christ.
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10/11/2022
Tony continues the conversation bringing to light the concept of Intergenerational Trauma and how our childhood relationships with parents (specifically with the mother) affect the relationships we have with our own children. With wisdom from Titus 2:3-4, this episode is a first step to breaking a never ending cycle of parenting struggles.
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Article: Turning the Tide: Parenting in the Wake of Past Trauma
10/4/2022
In part 1 of this episode Tony starts the discussion with Proverbs 6:20, in that we should never forsake the teaching of our mom's. However, what happens if we have an abusive, toxic mother and that relationship has soured over the years? We continue the conversation discussing different scenarios of how mothers can be absent, and what we can do about it as we navigate our own parenting journey.
9/27/2022
Welcome to our Fall Series on Absence!
Over the course of 9 weeks, Tony will be discussing how to navigate life in the absence of some of the people we value most.
Each category will have a 1st and 2nd part, so each topic will be discussed for two weeks instead of one.
This episode kicks off with discussing The Parable of the Lost Coin found in Luke 15:8-10. This Parable is filled with hidden details often overlooked and offers three practical steps to find people who have fallen away from the Lord.
8/9/2022
Tony and Laura focus this weeks episode on dating. As parents, how involved do we need to be in our teens love life. Do we simply let them make their own choices and mistakes or do we need to know every detail about what's going on with their new boyfriend? Perhaps, as parents, we need to find a middle ground between the two extremes.
What He Must Be...If He Wants To Marry My Daughter
8/2/2022
Tony and Laura discuss the topic of sibling rivalry: the conflict between brothers and sisters. The concern is not so much about competition, but rather comparison. As parents, we need to watch out for the day-to-day language used that favors one child or one trait over another that causes those comparisons to take place.
7/26/2022
Tony and Laura continue with their Coffee Talk series. This discussion focuses on boundaries that parents need to set and teach their kids regarding physical affection and the spiritual nature of affection from our Heavenly Father.
7/19/2022
Tony and Laura discuss the importance of discipline within the home. Many parents simply discipline their kids the way they were disciplined as children regardless of that being good or bad. What does it look like to discipline your kids in a godly way? With a deep conversation and some resources below, we hope you find some answers to disciplining your youngster.
The New Strong Willed Child- Dr. James DobsonHow to Listen So Your Kids Will Talk- Becky HarlingParents Describe How They Raise Their Children- Barna Group ArticleThe Powerful Influence of Mom's in Christian Households- Barna Group Article
7/12/2022
Tony and Laura discuss the type of language that our kids pick up from school and movies. The focus is on the heart behind what we say, not necessarily the words that are used. Setting a strong foundation about the heart when kids are young will make the transition to being obedient and following God when they are teens a much better and more successful experience.
7/5/2022
Coffee Talk Episode 3: Quality Time
Tony and Laura dive in to the topic of quality time with kids. The focus of the discussion is how time invested in your kids while younger have benefits to the child-parent relationship through their teen years. Oftentimes, our societal and family norms get in the way from actually investing in our children. Following the 2 yes-1 no rule helps combat that.
6/28/2022
Tony and Laura discuss the reality of parenting in a world with smart phones and new technology. As the Millennial generation is now in the midst of parenthood, how do smart phones affect your child's brain development? How does using a smart device effect the relationship between you and your children?
https://www.josh.org/resources/apologetics/research/
( pg. 105 shows statistics on Children and Pornography mentioned in this episode. Though the statistic in this study is not age specific as mentioned in the episode, the statistic being used is that 22% on all online porn consumption [among people under age 18] are aged 10 or younger.)
6/21/2022
Happy Summer!
For the next few months, Tony and Laura will be discussing random topics on parenting and having an authentic conversation with some coffee or tea.
This episode focuses on chores and how we as parent can live sacrificially in our home while teaching our kids to follow Jesus' example of daily sacrifice as well.
5/31/2022
Prodigals: The Father Part 2
Tony concludes the Prodigals series with the Father's response from Luke chapter 15 to the older son. As parents, how do we find restoration when another family member burns bridges and later decides to return? As forgiveness is needed, a heart change is even more necessary for the older son within this parable
Luke 15: 31-32 “‘My son,’ the father said, ‘you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”
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5/24/2022
Prodigals: The Father part 1
Tony focuses on the father in the story of the prodigal son. We notice that his reaction to the younger sons return is parallel for how we should react when our children return to us after disobedience in that we must see them, have compassion and act.
Luke 15: 20 “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him."
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5/17/2022
Prodigals: The Older Son
Continuing through Luke chapter 15, we take a glance at the older son in the parable. How do we as people and as parents struggle with comparison and self-righteousness? We can fall into entitlement when we look at what other people experience. Tony wrestles through how we have a tendency to bring a self-centered attitude into our home and how our kids are affected.
Luke 15: 28-29 “The older brother became angry and refused to go in. So his father went out and pleaded with him. But he answered his father, ‘Look! All these years I’ve been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends.”
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5/10/2022
Prodigals: The Younger Son
Looking through Luke chapter 15, the story of the Prodigal son, Tony dives into understanding the mind and heart of rebellious prodigals. Often times as parents we experience the heartache of a child choosing to live recklessly. However, there are many times where we relate to the younger son in our lives by pursuing selfish desires rather than chase after our Heavenly Father.
Luke 15: 18-20 "I will arise and go to my father, and I will say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you.I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Treat me as one of your hired servants.”’ And he arose and came to his father."
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5/6/2022
Prayer Pillars: Guidance
Tony discusses the fourth and final prayer pillar: Guidance. As we prayer for our kids as they are younger, our prayers for them shouldn't cease as they enter into adulthood. The reality is, most of our adult children will eventually begin a family of their own. They will desperately need God's guidance as they navigate the trials of having their own family and begin to lead them to follow the Lord as well.
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4/19/2022
Prayer Pillars: Wisdom
Tony discusses the third pillar of prayer: wisdom. When your kids enter into a new phase of life, particularly adulthood, there are a lot of internal struggles and conflicts. Children learn to be independent but parents go through a transition as well. In this episode, we discover that godly wisdom can have an impact not just for your kids, but for the future generations of your family.
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4/12/2022
Prayer Pillars: Salvation
Tony discusses the second pillar of prayer: salvation. In regards to lifting up your kids hearts to God in prayer, asking Him to reach your children in a divine way, it isn't a guarantee that your children will know the Lord based off of what you do to raise them. The truth is that, as parents, the reliance upon God and His faithfulness is needed.
Absolute Surrender**- Andrew Murray
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4/5/2022
Prayer Pillars: Gratitude
Children are a gift from the Lord, but sometimes we don't treat them as such. We get bogged down with life, work and fatigue where we go through the motions of getting through the day instead of embracing our children. Tony and Laura discuss the heart of gratitude through prayer for our kids in this first episode on Prayer Pillars.
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3/22/2022
Tony dives into the mental health struggles of teens and how parents can adapt and have discussions with them. So often, teens set up walls where we don't realize anything is wrong. Sympathy, understanding and helping them to feel valued are keys to guiding your teenagers through mental health struggles.
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3/15/2022
Parental Mental Health: Blessed
Tony continues his discussion with Heather Caster and her daughter MJ about finding God and how He has provided hope during the grieving process after Lauren's death. Heather and MJ both share about their experiences of love from so many people over the last three years and offer some words of encouragement to those who may be struggling through something similar.
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3/8/2022
Parental Mental Health: Blindsided
In this episode, Tony interviews Heather Caster, author of Blindsided to Blessed: My Family's Journey from Teen Suicide to Finding a Purpose. Heather talksabout the struggles of losing her youngest daughter Lauren to suicide and shares her own research on mental illness as an adult as well as a teenager, of which, many parents may not be aware of their own child's struggles.
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Isaiah 41:10
In this episode Tony uses Isaiah 41:10 to navigate through a few different types of Mental Health disorders that are most commonly found in parents and kids. How does God guide us through these dark moments in life? As we trust in God, who knows our circumstance, His presence become more real and our experiences through depression or anxiety begin to diminish.
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2/22/2022
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Newborns: Postpartum Depression
1 Kings 19 describes the depression of the Hebrew Prophet Elijah and how God comforts him. In this episode, Tony and Laura discuss their own struggles with depression as parents and how God met them at their lowest points.
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2/15/2022
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Newborns: Attachment
Jeremiah 1:5 claims that God forms children in the womb and knows who they are before they are even born! Having a new baby can be such a powerful, joyous experience. But having instant affection for your newborn isn't always the norm. What happens if you don't feel affection for your new baby that entered into the world? What do you do about that? Are those apathetic feelings normal or even okay? In this episode, Tony elaborates on his own emotions when becoming a new dad while explaining how attachment for your newborn isn't as as common as many people think.
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2/8/2022
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Newborns: Contentment
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Anxiety and fear can easily set in long before you bring home a new baby. All of the societal pressures to buy the newest fancy gadget or uphold certain family expectations can be a bit overwhelming. Tony and Laura discuss the issue of finding contentment in God, not things, while welcoming a newborn to your family.
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2/1/2022
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Newborns: Encouragement in a Tribe
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New parents experiencing the trials of bringing home a fresh baby, or a veteran parent snuggling great-grandkids, there is nothing like the newborn phase of life. Focusing on encouragement through the local church, Tony and Laura discuss 2 Corinthians 13 and how finding a tribe of your own is uplifting and helps you endure the hardships of parenting an infant.
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1/25/2022
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Family Worship: Episode 5
As the Family Worship Series comes to a close, Tony and Laura take time to focus on Deuteronomy 6:9 while explaining ways that you can share God's Word with people all throughout your home. The closure of this episode transitions into a new topic beginning next week: Newborns!
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Bible Study Fellowship Link
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1/18/2022
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Family Worship: Episode 4
Do our actions and words really matter to our kids? As Tony tackles how parents influence their kids by what they say and what they do, he also shares a mistake of his own that might have a lasting impact on his oldest daughter. Understanding Deuteronomy 6:8 gives moms and dads a clue that their routines in daily life are observed by their children as well as others and can have an impact on how they live their own life for years to come.
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The Powerful Influence of Moms in Christian Households
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1/11/2022
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Family Worship: Episode 3
Deuteronomy 6:7 emphasizes that parents are to impress or engrave God's wisdom, truth and love onto their kids. Doing this with gentleness and intentionality is the goal, but forcing God's Word upon children can have negative consequences. Tony and Laura discuss the fact that you can talk about God anywhere and at any time with your kids. As parents, being sensitive to the Spirit of God can allow you to have open conversations with your child which leads to closeness with them and fosters their spiritual growth.
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The New City Catechism
Every Man's Marriage
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12/30/2021
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Family Worship: Episode 2
Our second episode in the Family Worship series focuses on Deuteronomy 6:6. This verse is all about God's commandments being on our hearts. Tony discusses the impact of a personal relationship with God has on our children. Going through the motions of "pretending" to walk with God is hypocrisy and kids are quick to observe hypocrisy in others, especially within the home. We all need have a relationship with God. That starts with believing in Jesus and what he did for us. Only then can we begin to share God's love with our kids.
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12/30/2021
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Family Worship: Episode 1
Deuteronomy 6:5 commands us to love the Lord with all of our being. The art of family worship is missing in modern society. In this first episode of a five-part series, Tony and Laura discuss what family worship is and how to begin as a family. They offer practical advice that ties directly into Deuteronomy chapter 6 and share from their own personal experiences with how and when to incorporate family worship into your daily lives.
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Family Worship: Donald WhitneyFamily Shepherds: Voddie Baucham Jr. Barna Research Group Article: Parent Accept Responsibility for Their Child's Spiritual Development
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This episode is a short introduction about your hosts for The Walk. Tony and Laura Smith have been married for almost seven years and have two children and are expecting their third! They have a desire to share God's truth and encouragement to young families who may be navigating their own struggles and questions with parenting. They share a little bit about what they do in their daily lives and share about the structure of The Walk podcast.
Website: https://thewalkpodcast.buzzsprout.com/
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Have any questions related to parenting? You can ask via email @ thewalkpodcastministries@gmail.com