Episode 1: The Formational Power of Parenting
Parenting isn’t just something we do. It’s something that forms us.In the ordinary mess of family life—between tantrums, to-do lists, and tired hearts—God is gently shaping us. This episode invites you to look beyond behavior management and step into a…
Parenting isn’t just something we do. It’s something that forms us.
In the ordinary mess of family life—between tantrums, to-do lists, and tired hearts—God is gently shaping us. This episode invites you to look beyond behavior management and step into a bigger vision: parenting as a path of spiritual formation—for your children and for you.
FROM THIS EPISODE:
“What if the key to raising spiritually rooted kids… is allowing ourselves to be spiritually formed?”
Mentioned in the Episode:
- Dallas Willard – Renovation of the Heart → Spiritual formation is “being conformed to the image of Christ for the sake of others.”
- Luke 24:13–35 – Jesus walks to Emmaus → A model of slow formation: presence, questions, and invitation.
- The Pressure Parents Face → Performance culture, fear-based parenting, and striving to “get it right.”
- Spiritual Formation vs. Behavior Management → Transformation > control
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Explore Related Episodes:
- Episode 2: Presence Over Perfection
- Episode 3: Raising Spiritually Resilient Kids in an Age of Questions
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Julie, you are such a gift. So talented and your sweet voice brings such comfort. I love this reflection of pausing and simply asking God how He’s using our every day moments to transform us. Thanks! Excited for more!