Student Ministry For Parents

Student Ministry For Parents

We are advocates of the Gospel in the lives of teens and we know that the life of a teen begins with their parents. This podcast helps parents reap the benefits of student ministry in their own homes.

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October 17, 2024 54 mins

On this episode we discuss David Yeager's book, "10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People.  How are we helping our teenagers gain status and respect? 

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Jonathan Haidt's, "Anxious Generation" is a great synopsis of years of work on the developing child, technology, and the growth of emotional unhealth.  How does this influence how we do ministry and how we parent? 

 

Music: Austin Haga - "Waterfalls" and "Mind (Interlude)"

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April 9, 2024 44 mins

We take a look at Andy Crouch's book, "The Life We're Looking For" He takes a hard stance on making sure that our life investments are not in technology and instead on relationships.  How are we pursuing each other in the way God intended? How do tend to relate to one another? How can we recapture the fullness of relationship?

 

Interlude music by Austin Haga

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March 5, 2024 37 mins

The Age of Opportunity is what Paul David Tripp calls the teenage years.  We talk about why that is, what we can do to get the most out of this time, and practical tips during tough times with your teen.  

 

 

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February 5, 2024 42 mins

On this episode we discuss Jean Twenge's book, "IGen" She talks about everything you need to know about this current generation of adolescents.  If you want to know who your teen is or why they are the way that they are, we recommend this book.  We discuss the importance of preparing the way for the next generation and how to help this generation grasp the Gospel in their own unique way. 

 

Book Recommendation: "IGen" - Jean Twenge

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January 1, 2024 44 mins

Do you coddle your teen? If you do, what can you do about it? How does this change the way they follow Jesus? All this and more.

Come and listen to our newly formatted podcast with all same the helpful resources to become or grow as a discipler of teens.  

 

Resources mentioned

"The Coddling of the American Mind" by Jonathan Haidt & Greg Lukianoff

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzGH97DQzA4

 

Filler Music by Austin Haga (https:...

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February 15, 2022 55 mins

This is an episode about sexuality and the teenage years.  Obviously, there is a lot going on during the teens years and sexuality has always been a part of that.  Susan and John talk about what is the same and what is different while ministering and loving teens as they wrestle with their sexuality in today's culture.  

 

This is a two parter.  In the process of planning this episode, we decided to make it into two episodes.  Part...

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October 11, 2021 46 mins

We will look into the stressful life of a teenager and how it leads to the epidemic of an anxiety consuming culture among teenagers today.

 

Book Referenced:

"Good Anxiety" by Dr. Wendy Suzuki

 

Song Referenced/Closing Song: 

"Felix Culpa" by Kings Kaleidoscope

 

Scripture Referenced: 

2 Peter 3:17-18

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This is the second episode in a 7 part series on how to better live out the Gospel in our own homes.  We tackle the importance of discipleship, not just on your kid, but the importance of you being discipled as a parent.  

 

Scripture Referenced:

Luke 13:34

Acts 2:22-23

1 Thessalonians 2:14-16

1 Timothy 4:6-8

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In this episode, we kick off a new series, "Love the Hell Out of Teens." We take our Youth Leader Manual and transpose it for in-home use.  How can we better live out the Gospel in our own homes and better influence our teens toward Jesus? 

 

Step 1 - Fall in Love with Jesus

 

Scripture Referenced: 

Genesis 39:20-23

Exodus 1:8-14

Daniel 1:1

Matthew 27:59-60

2 Timothy 1:8

Revelation 1:9

Romans 12:1-2

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We are wrapping up our series on distraction.  This last episode focuses on the last two application points on what we should do when we become distracted. 

 

Books Referenced: 

"How Attention Works: Finding Your Way in a World Full of Distraction" - Stefan Van Der Stigchel

"Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain" - Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.

 

Scripture Referenced:

Hebrews 12:1-2

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On this episode we look at the first two application points of what we should do with our distraction.  

 

Books Referenced: 

"How Attention Works: Finding Your Way in a World Full of Distraction" - Stefan Van Der Stigchel

"Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain" - Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.

 

Scripture Referenced:

1 Samuel 8:4-9

 

 

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"We are incapable of distinguishing between what is relevant and irrelevant"

 

In this episode, we dive deep into statistics and scientific research on what we have learned about distraction and how we have become the most distracted humans in history.  We also hold that information up to what it means to be a teenager in this life of distraction. 

 

Scripture Referenced:

Genesis 3

 

Books Referenced:

"The Distracted Mind" - Adam G...

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Distraction is a part of the human condition.  Teenagers are especially susceptible to becoming distracting by the wrong things.  In this episode, we talk about what those things are (what does the science say) and how do we prevent or prepare our teens to navigate distraction (what does Scripture say).

 

Scripture Referenced:

Luke 22:54-62

1 Kings 23-25, 11:3-6, 11-13

Genesis 3

Genesis 11:1-9

 

Books Referenced:

"The Distracted Mi...

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This episode is all about the power of showing up.  We cannot wait to talk about the brain science and Scriptural insights behind what it does to your child when you are fully present with them. 

 

Book Referenced: "The Power of Showing Up" by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. & Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D

 

Scripture Referenced: Hebrews 11:1-12:2

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We know that this time has been a huge adjustment for us all, but this is what we are experiencing and seeing with your teenagers.  

 

1. What is our experience with teenagers during this time?

2. What can we learn from teenagers during this time?

3. How can we prepare for reentry into normal life with teenagers?

 

We talk about all of these questions and interact with you all during this live podcast experience.

 

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This episode is all about stress.  It is an inevitable human experience and for the teenager, it can be all too consuming for them.  Take a listen and find out how stress can actually be helpful when our response to it is healthy.  

 

Scripture Referenced: Luke 22

Resources Referenced: 

"Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls" - Lisa Damour, Ph.D.

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On this episode, we get real with y'all.  Between the brain of a teenager, the internet, and general relational dynamics, teenagers crave authenticity above most things in their life.  

We explore Scripture that points us to our need for authenticity while examining interactions and experiences we have personally had with teenagers that make this true.

 

Scripture Referenced: Matthew 5 & 23

 

Music by: Philanthrope & Sleep Fish - "...

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All parents are confronted with issues of conflict with their teen.  It is inevitable.  What do we do when we are confronted with a point of conflict with our teen?  Is this forever? When do I give in and when do I stand my ground?

 

All of these questions and more are answered on this episode of Biblical Application into Adolescent Drama series.  

 

Scripture Referenced: 

Luke 2:41-52

 

Resource Referenced:

"The Teenage Brain" by ...

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We will go above and beyond to deceive others and ourselves in order to put off some sort of personality.  This is what we would call, identity preservation or 'saving face.' This habit begins in childhood but roots itself during the teenage years.  From social media to different friend groups, we choose to portray an image of ourselves that we think others should know about us while avoiding our true selves.  Why do we do this?  W...

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