The Blessed Family

Offering strategy and encouragement for families who want to raise their children in the ways of God.

Learning from Aesop - Ep 172

Here's a book that has added greatly to our family education and dynamic. I highly recommend it!

03-27
16:13

What if My Children Question the Faith? - Ep 171

How will you respond if your children quesiton your convictions? Will you respond pourly, and do damage? Or will you respond well, and make it a great opportunity to strengthen your child's faith?

03-18
12:22

How to be a Good Conversationalist - Ep 170

This skill is paramount to our children's success. They need it, and you can give it to them!

01-20
07:53

Let's talk Boardgames - Ep 169 (with Jared 2 & Jedidiah)

Children want to have fun. They want to use their imaginations. Why not get them off of screens and get them playing boardgames as a family? Here we are joined by two of the greatest experts on this topic, trying to help parents discover a good starter list for games that engage the mind and educate. Feel free to leave comments below on some of your favorite games.

01-14
31:40

Tips for Raising Young Daughters (ages 2-10) - Ep 168

Women shape the world. Here are some tips for raising daughters who will shape the world for the glory of God.

12-31
18:04

Interview with Winston Churchill #2 - Ep 167

So glad to have some time again with dear Winston, the greatest leader of the 20th Century.

12-24
10:40

Is Respect Earned or Given? - Ep 165

There is a kind of respect that is given, and another kind that is earned. If we want to have success in our most important relationships, such as marriage, we must get this correct.

11-25
10:48

Should we Pray the Sinner’s Prayer with our Children? - Ep 164

What is our role in our children's salvation? Are we to get them saved, or are we to train them up in the ways of God? Many parents, with the best intentions, out of fear and control, try to force their children into something that is outside of their job description. And in doing so, we can sometimes do more harm than good.

11-18
16:03

10 Books to Read if you Don’t Read Books - Ep 163

Some people just don't like reading books. Here's a list to help you possibly gain some ground:Aesop’s fablesTrial and Triumph by Richard Hannula Abridged version of a classic (Odyssey, Frankenstein, Robinson Crusoe, etc...) Man of the House by CR Wiley Heroes then a now book by YWAM (Gladys Aleward, Richard Wurbrandt, etc...)Confession (Heildeburg, Westminster, London Baptist 1689)Stalin or Hitler by Albert Marrin The Action Bible Pilgrims Progress by John Bunyan or Willing to believe by RC Sproul. Hobbit by Tolkien or The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by Lewis. 

11-04
19:32

5 Ways to Train Children (Ages 2-7) Ep - 162

Life produces various and spontaneous opportunities for child-training. You don't have to create them; they are simply there before you. Here we offer five such daily opportunities.

10-28
11:20

You must Die (Who You Really Are) - Ep 161

“When Christ calls a man, he bids him come and die.” - Deitrich Bonhoeffer.How you respond when you don't get your way is the real you.

10-21
09:46

A New Challenge to Sons & Daughters - Ep 160

The future is our children. They are the mothers, fathers, leaders, and elders of tomorrow. This message is for them.

10-14
23:01

Daughters & Dolls - Ep 159

Since beginning of the world, daughters have played with dolls. It is in their DNA. Is this a practice worth keeping? Today we discuss the attack on dolls and why it matters.

10-07
12:48

The Secret of Humility - Ep 158

God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Humility must be something that all Christians pursue. Here's what may be the secret to hitting that target.

09-30
09:10

Why I'm Voting and Who I'm Voting For - Ep 157

Should Christians vote? What if the candidates aren't godly? Should we vote for Samson, or settle for Jezebel? Here's some suggestions...

09-23
22:09

Happy Hobbit Day! (Why we Read Tolkien) - Ep 156

September 22 is Hobbit Day. Does fantasy literature have a role in the Christian family? It does. It awakens the imagination and inspires the conquest of God's people. So sit back, read the Hobbit as a family, and eat good food together as you give thanks for God's goodness.

09-16
16:49

Booklist for Women - Ep 155 (with Amy Dodd)

The right booklist can change your life. Here's a list specifically for women.

08-01
20:15

The Main Quality that Makes Women Beautiful - Ep 154

Women naturally long to be beautiful. This is a desire given to them by their Creator. The Bible gives them the key to being radiant.

07-02
20:19

The Fatal Attitude of Hezekiah - Ep 153

Would you rather have a life of ease, knowing your children will suffer, or would you rather do the hard and necessary work today to preserve liberty and blessing for your offspring? This question separates the cowardly and selfish from the courageous and sacrificial.

06-26
16:13

Scroll Saga Q&A (with Amy Dodd) - Ep 152

Today we answer some of the questions we get about our Scroll Saga Series. If you haven't yet read them, hopefully this will wet your appetite. Blessings! 

06-12
19:32

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