Ask Mom and Dad
Greg and Tonya spend time each week talking together about things that have been a part of their life journey and answering the various questions that have been posed to them along the way.
Episodes
July 8, 2025 • 41 mins
In this episode of Ask Mom and Dad, Greg and Tonya continue the conversation on one of the most vital aspects of faith: learning to recognize God's voice. Picking up where last week left off, they go deeper into the everyday struggle of hearing God in the midst of noise, emotion, and spiritual confusion.Is it really God speaking—or just your own thoughts, feelings, or stress? How do you make space to listen when life won't slow dow...
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July 2, 2025 • 53 mins
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In this special Fourth of July episode of Ask Mom and Dad, Greg explores the powerful connection between the early church in Acts and the founding of America. Why did the colonists risk everything for liberty? What role did faith, conscience, and truth play in the birth of a nation? And how does the boldness of the apostles — who said, “We must obey God rather than men” — mirror the courage of those who stood ...
In this special Fourth of July episode of Ask Mom and Dad, Greg explores the powerful connection between the early church in Acts and the founding of America. Why did the colonists risk everything for liberty? What role did faith, conscience, and truth play in the birth of a nation? And how does the boldness of the apostles — who said, “We must obey God rather than men” — mirror the courage of those who stood ...
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June 25, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode of Ask Mom and Dad, Greg and his co-host revisit previous conversations to tackle one of the most common — and personal — spiritual questions: How do we hear God’s voice? They explore the tension between practical wisdom and divine guidance, how cultural expectations can cloud spiritual clarity, and why following God is ultimately about relationship, not rigid rules. With honesty and humor, they invite you into a de...
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June 18, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of Ask Mom & Dad, we dive into a deep (and surprisingly fun) discussion about money, savings, tithing, and trust. Should Christians build up savings accounts, or does that reveal a lack of faith? How do we balance being wise stewards with living generously? What does the Bible really say about tithing and offerings?Drawing from Proverbs 21, Psalm 112, and the teachings of Jesus, we explore the heart behind givin...
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June 10, 2025 • 44 mins
In this episode of Ask, Mom and Dad, the conversation goes deeper into what it means to trust God in seasons of uncertainty. From shifting roles in ministry to personal identity and emotional growth, Greg and Tonya reflect on how to move forward when clarity is lacking and control is out of reach.
Topics include:
Topics include:
- Wrestling with God in grief and transition
- Letting go of what was in order to receive what’s next
- Wh...
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June 3, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of Ask, Mom and Dad, we talk about what it means to face change with faith. From the history of a 180+ year-old church to parenting adult children, we reflect on how God uses transition to shape us.
Topics include:
Topics include:
- How churches adapt for future generations
- Trusting God’s guidance when the way isn’t clear
- Moving from fear to faith in leadership
- Walking with others through change—both in ch...
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May 28, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of Ask, Mom and Dad, the conversation shifts from playful catch-up to real-life reflections on aging, responsibility, and how faith sustains us in hard seasons.
Topics include:
Topics include:
- Facing the realities of aging, health challenges, and caring for loved ones
- Finding gratitude in the middle of financial stress and daily pressures
- How God’s faithfulness carries us even when life feels overwhelming
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February 9, 2025 • 59 mins
Episode Description:In this episode of Ask Mom and Dad, we dive deep into the story of Jacob, exploring how wrestling with God reshapes our identity. What does it mean to embrace the limp that comes from an encounter with the Divine? How do we move from striving for identity to receiving it as a gift from God? Join us as we unpack Jacob’s transformation into Israel, the significance of family identity, and how our secure identity i...
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February 2, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode of Ask Mom and Dad, Greg and Tonya discuss what it really means to live by faith, especially when circumstances or well-intentioned advice from others seem to conflict with one’s personal sense of God’s leading. They explore how “general wisdom” or common-sense advice—while often helpful—can sometimes clash with a believer’s individual calling or the specific way God may be directing them. Using scriptural examples,...
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January 26, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode, Greg and Tonya return from a long hiatus and catch everyone up on life happenings—from the busy holiday season on the road to the excitement of their son’s engagement. They discuss Greg’s new pastoral role in a small-town church, sharing the challenges and joys of stepping into ministry after a lengthy job search. The conversation then turns to a deeper reflection on worship, exploring how music, awe, gratitude, an...
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August 25, 2024 • 27 mins
In this special episode, Greg and Tonya welcome their AI co-host, Ava, to discuss the unique challenges and principles of raising children with a Christian foundation in today’s culture. Ava plays the role of a curious interviewer, asking thoughtful questions about faith, parenting, and how Christian values influence family life. Tune in for an engaging conversation that explores the differences between secular and Christian parent...
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August 17, 2024 • 40 mins
In this episode, we talk about the challenges we face as Christian parents trying to raise kids who stay true to their identity in a culture that pushes back against biblical values. We discuss insights from real-life situations, like how cultural shifts are affecting family dynamics, and how we’re trying to guide our kids through these identity challenges. We talk about the dangers of letting culture define who we are, and why it...
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April 20, 2024 • 53 mins
Labels can influence and manipulate cultural and political narratives. In this episode, Greg and Tanya discuss the complex interplay between language, culture, and Christianity, particularly the recent use of the term "Christian Nationalism" is being used to shape public perception toward Christians negatively.
"Christian nationalism" is a term recently used by various media and political entities to cast Christianity in a negativ...
"Christian nationalism" is a term recently used by various media and political entities to cast Christianity in a negativ...
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April 12, 2024 • 41 mins
In this episode of "Ask Mom and Dad," we delve into a variety of parenting and lifestyle trends emerging among younger generations. We discuss how some modern practices surprisingly echo the traditions of their grandparents, highlighting a return to home-centric activities like baking and crafting. The conversation covers a range of topics, from the rise in setting boundaries for visitors around newborns, to the growing preference ...
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April 5, 2024 • 60 mins
Well it's not really how to speak GenZ. It's more speaking with someone who is GenZ about what those words mean.In today's episode Greg and Tonya enjoy a conversation with their youngest son Elijah as he quizzes them and they talk back-and-forth about slang used in across three generations and how the world we grow up in greatly affect the way we communicate.
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March 30, 2024 • 56 mins
In this episode, Tonya and I jump into the true spirit of Easter, amidst all the egg hunts and chocolate galore. We talk a little bit about the origins of some of the language and practices that's around this holiday, while wanting to get down to the real reason for this celebration. – the resurrection – Join us for a laid-back and sometimes intense conversation on striking that sweet balance between celebrating traditions and ke...
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March 22, 2024 • 60 mins
Join Greg and Tonya as they navigate the intricate terrain of illegal immigration in this thought-provoking episode. They explore biblical perspectives on borders, drawing parallels from the Tower of Babel narrative, where God dispersed humanity. Reflecting on America's history, they highlight the process early immigrants underwent to attain citizenship, juxtaposing it with the term "illegal" and its implications.
In conclusion, Gre...
In conclusion, Gre...
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March 14, 2024 • 54 mins
Yep, we did it. We've made it 36 years and we are still going strong. Inevitably Tonya and I are asked how have we made it this far. Now I'm not sure if some are asking becasue they are impressed and want to know the secret to our blissful life together or if there is some sort of inuindo there I am missing but for whatever it's workth. Tonya and I have just celebrated 36 yearst together and we thought that we would explore some of...
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February 13, 2024 • 47 mins
Welcome to "Ask Mom And Dad," the podcast where we dive into the joys and challenges of parenting through the lens of faith and family values. In each episode we engage in candid conversations about raising children in today's world while seeking wisdom from timeless biblical principles. In this episode, we explore the topic of favoritism in parenting, drawing insights from the stories of Jacob and Esau. We discuss the complexities...
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January 19, 2024 • 29 mins
Recently in Georgia, a restaurant, fined families for their undisciplined kids while dining at the restaurant. Today we discuss this and talk about behaving children in public.
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