The Family Discipleship Podcast

Adam sits down with author and ministry leader Jared Kennedy to talk about what family discipleship looks like in real life—not just in theory. From parenting a child with special needs to building spiritual rhythms at home, Jared shares honest stories, practical habits, and long-term hopes for raising kids who love Jesus. This conversation is both deeply encouraging and refreshingly grounded for parents in every season. Books by Jared: The Beginner’s Gospel Story BibleGod Made Me for WorshipJesus Came for MeJesus Is Bigger Than MeThe Faith Builder CatechismKeeping Your Children’s Ministry on Mission Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this "One Question" episode, Adam and Chelsea tackle a common but weighty parenting question: How do we prepare our kids when we change churches? Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do we raise kids with courage and clarity in a confusing world? Adam talks with theologian and pastor Sinclair Ferguson about faith formation, Christian courage, and why church history still matters for families today. Resources Mentioned: John KnoxDo Great Things For God Series Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam sits down with Dr. Esau McCauley—New Testament professor at Wheaton College and pastor of All Saints Anglican Church in Naperville—to talk about discipling kids in a divided world. They discuss Esau’s new children’s book God’s Colorful Kingdom, why kids need more than “Bible greatest hits,” and how parents can shape the way their children learn to value every person as made in God’s image. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this "One Question" episode, Cassie answers a question Christian parents ask all the time: How do I know if my child is ready for baptism? Cassie shares simple diagnostic questions to ask your child, how to look for fruit over time, and why it’s wise to stay both curious and cautious—without quenching their excitement to follow Jesus. Resources Mentioned: Belong: Finding Your Place in God’s StoryIs My Child Ready To Be Baptized? Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do you do when your home feels like constant chaos—emotionally, logistically, and literally? Adam and Cassie sit down with author Scarlet Hiltibidal to talk about Hopefulish, why sadness is a normal part of the Christian life, and how the gospel meets parents right in the middle of disorder. This episode will help you reframe chaos as an invitation to trust God, practice honest faith at home, and hold onto hope without pretending everything’s fine. Resources Mentioned: HopefulishAfraid of All the ThingsAnxiousA Long Obedience in the Same Direction Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Following Jesus has never been the cool option—and that’s something our kids need to be ready for. In this One Question episode, Adam and Chelsea talk about how to disciple kids who aren’t ruled by popularity, approval, or the fear of man. They unpack how to make being “different” normal and why closeness to God matters more than being liked. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Parenting teenagers can feel overwhelming—especially in a noisy, over-scheduled, screen-filled world. Cameron Cole and Anna Meade Harris from Rooted Ministry join us to talk about discipling adolescents with grace, clarity, and patience, and why parents still matter more than any algorithm or trend. They also dig into loneliness, technology, late-night conversations, and how churches can better support families (especially single parents). Resources Mentioned: Rooted MinistryRooted Ministry PodcastsGod’s Grace for Every FamilyYou’re Only Human Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many parents worry their kids will resent them for being intentional about faith. In this one-question episode, Adam and Chelsea challenge that fear and invite parents to trust God with the results of faithful discipleship. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Youth sports can bring out the best—and the worst—in all of us. In this episode, Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie sit down with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to talk honestly about winning, idolatry, sideline behavior, and how sports can become one of the most powerful discipleship tools in your family if you let it. This conversation will challenge the way you think about practices, games, car rides home, and what really matters in the long run. Resources Mentioned: Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth SportsAthletes in Action Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam and Chelsea talk candidly about “work-life balance” and how easy it is to give our best at work while giving our families what’s left over. They discuss why family discipleship can feel less urgent but is infinitely more important, and how to reorder our loves so that our best energy goes to the people God has entrusted to us. Contact us through our website. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Kathy Koch joins us to help parents disciple kids with confidence in God’s good design. We talk about why identity confusion is rising, how to start age-appropriate conversations at home, and practical ways churches can equip families—anchored in Scripture like Genesis 1, Psalm 139, and Ephesians 2. You’ll leave with hopeful, doable steps for shaping character and pointing your kids to Christ in a confusing culture. Resources Mentioned: Celebrate KidsRaising Gender-Confident KidsCelebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy Koch Get your Advent Tea Calendar Today by Piper and Leaf (use code FAM10 at checkout) Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie sit down with Shai Linne to talk family worship—how simple, steady rhythms (read, sing, pray) form kids for life, and how music and stories can plant gospel truth deep in young hearts. Shai shares the heart behind his album Jesus Kids, the allegory Penelope Judd, and why he and Blair take a family-worship micro-conference on the road to equip churches and parents. Resources Mentioned: Shai Linne – Jesus Kids (album)Penelope Judd (children’s book by Shai Linne)God Made Me AND You (children’s book by Shai Linne)The Family Worships (micro-conference info)The Jesus Storybook Bible (Sally Lloyd-Jones)Slugs & Bugs (kids’ music) Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie welcome Courtney Doctor (TGC) and Hunter Beless (Journeywomen) to talk discipleship vs. mentorship, their new Titus study, and how “life-on-life” relationships shape homes and churches. They hit family-level application (parents as primary disciple-makers), theological triage, and practical rhythms like Bible study in community and gospel-centered conversations. Resources Mentioned: Titus Bible Study — Courtney Doctor & Hunter BelessJourneywomenThe Deep Dish (TGC podcast with Courtney Doctor & Melissa Kruger)Courtney Doctor (author page, TGC Women’s Initiatives)Titus 3:3–7 (gospel summary)Titus 1:5–9 (elder qualifications)“A Call for Theological Triage” — R. Albert Mohler Jr.Caroline Cobb (songwriter mentioned)TGC Women Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam interviews Dr. Joel Beeke on biblical headship and his new book How to Lead Your Family, unpacking a father’s roles as prophet, priest, and king in the home. They discuss daily family worship, prayerful intercession, sacrificial leadership (Eph. 5; Deut. 6), and gentle, protective guidance that models Christ. Resources Mentioned: How to Lead Your Family — Joel R. BeekeFamily Worship — Joel R. BeekeParenting by God’s Promises: How to Raise Children in the Covenant of Grace — Joel R. BeekeThe Family at Church — Joel R. BeekeHow Should Teens Read the Bible? — Joel R. BeekeFamily Worship Bible Guide — Joel R. Beeke et al.Heidelberg Catechism (Q. 32 – On Christ’s Threefold Office) Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this mini-episode Adam answers your most-asked question with their real setup: landline + watch for calls, curated contacts, filtered schoolwork, locked streaming profiles, and kids’ Kindles set to read-only. He reminds us software can help, but the win is shaping hearts, building accountability, and choosing holiness together. Resources Mentioned https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211768https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201304https://canopy.us/https://www.securly.com/https://www.covenanteyes.com/https://www.bark.us/https://dudeperfect.com/app/https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201472070https://www.commonsensemedia.org/https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+101%3A3&version=ESV Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Family conflict is normal, but harshness only “wins” in the moment and wounds in the long run. Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie show how Christlike gentleness—firm, kind, and restorative—can cool tempers, set wise boundaries, and actually heal relationships. From triage metaphors to Jesus restoring Peter, this is a simple path to fighting less and loving more. Resources Mentioned: Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From silly phobias to real panic, fear shows up in parenting all the time. Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about crowds, kids going missing for a minute, and the dread of what could happen when we’re not there. Then they walk us into Scripture—Isaiah’s “fear not,” Jesus lifting Peter out of the waves, the father begging, “help my unbelief,” and a God who literally carries His people. This one’s practical, honest, and full of grace for moms and dads who need to breathe and remember: our kids—and our hearts—are in stronger hands. Resources Mentioned: Good News for Parents Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Life as a parent (and just as a human) can hand you plenty of reasons to grow bitter — disappointments, unanswered prayers, hurt from others. In this conversation, Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk honestly about how bitterness creeps in and why it’s so dangerous for our hearts, families, and churches. They share personal stories, unpack what the Bible says about forgiving like Jesus, and offer practical ways to choose joy over resentment. If you’ve been carrying around some spiritual “junk mail” marked bitterness, this episode is an invitation to throw it out for good. Resources Mentioned: Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

If you’ve ever felt too busy, too tired, or just plain unmotivated to disciple your kids — this one’s for you. Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie swap summer stories and get honest about the difference between being truly exhausted and just lacking enthusiasm. They open 1 Thessalonians 5:14 to talk about when parents need encouragement, when we need help, and when we need a loving push to “keep up the good fight.” You’ll leave reminded that grit, patience, and perseverance aren’t just personality traits — they’re gifts from the Spirit to help you keep going when parenting gets hard. Resources Mentioned: Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Website Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.