Parenting today faces unprecedented challenges, but the key difference lies between being a 'Christian family' versus a 'Christ-centered family.' Christ-centered families orient their entire lives around the gospel, using everything they have according to God's will. Many parents make three critical mistakes: risking too little (overprotecting children), rescuing too quickly (shielding from consequences), and modeling faith too weakly. To parent on purpose, we must expose our children to the joy of knowing God personally and the power of being part of His church. By making our faith non-negotiable and modeling authentic commitment, we can raise children who flourish spiritually despite cultural challenges.