Raising Godly Girls

In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden continue their Genesis series with a conversation that feels especially relevant in today's world: what does it actually mean to "steward the earth" as a Christian family? 

Starting in Genesis 1:28, Rachael and Melissa unpack the idea of dominion—not as domination or destruction, but as thoughtful care, cultivation, and responsibility. Using the simple but powerful analogy of gardening, Rachael paints a picture of stewardship as tending, nurturing, and bringing order to what God has created. It's a perspective shift that invites both moms and daughters to see the environment not as a burden to fix, but as a gift to faithfully manage. 

As cultural conversations around climate and environmental responsibility grow louder, this episode offers a grounded, Biblical response. Melissa introduces the concept of climate activism and acknowledges the good intentions behind it, while also pointing listeners back to a greater truth: this earth is a temporary home, and our ultimate hope is anchored in God's promise of a new heaven and a new earth. That hope doesn't lead to neglect—it leads to peace-filled, purposeful action. 

Through the Raising Godly Girls Minute, Patti Garibay reminds us that God works through ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary plan. And that includes how we care for His creation. When we teach our girls to observe the world around them—really see it—we begin cultivating hearts that appreciate, respect, and responsibly steward what God has made. 

This episode is filled with practical, doable ways to live this out as a family—from picking up trash at a local park to planting a garden to simply slowing down and noticing God's handiwork. Because when girls learn to love creation, they naturally begin to care for it. 

Most importantly, this conversation helps parents anchor environmental stewardship in truth—not fear. We are not responsible for saving the world. We are called to faithfully care for what God has entrusted to us, trusting Him with the outcome. 

 

Three Things to Remember: 

Focus on what you can do—small, hands-on actions help combat overwhelm and build joyful responsibility.  


Stewardship is about cultivating and caring for God's creation, not controlling it.  


Anchor your perspective in eternity—the God who created the world is the One who will restore it.  


 

Scriptures Referenced: 

Genesis 1–2  


Genesis 1:28  


Revelation 21–22 



 

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden kick off a powerful new series centered on the Book of Genesis and its relevance for today's families. With warmth, curiosity, and a shared love for Scripture, they begin at the very beginning—exploring the creation account and what it reveals about God's nature, His design, and His enduring truth. 

From imagining the wonder of each day of creation to unpacking why it matters that we teach our girls the truth of Genesis—not just as a story, but as a historical and theological foundation—this conversation invites moms to think deeply about how a Biblical Worldview shapes everyday life. In a culture filled with competing origin stories and growing uncertainty, this episode gently but confidently points families back to the unchanging truth: "In the beginning, God." 

You'll hear encouragement to guide your daughter in understanding not just where she comes from, but Who she belongs to. Through the Raising Godly Girls Minute featuring Patti Garibay, listeners are reminded that God is a "full-circle God"—the same God who created the world in Genesis is the One who is making all things new in Revelation. That truth anchors our faith and gives our girls a steady hope, even in a broken world. 

Whether you're navigating big worldview questions with your daughter or simply looking to deepen your family's trust in Scripture, this episode equips you with practical encouragement to parent with eternal perspective. You'll walk away inspired to help your girl see God's hand in creation, trust His plan, and live with confident hope for what's to come. 

 

Two Things to Remember: 

Teach your girl to think eternally—this world is not all there is, and God's plan is still unfolding.  


Encourage her to hope expectantly—God is actively at work, even when we can't yet see it.  


 

Scriptures Referenced: 

Genesis 1–3  


Revelation 21:5  


Matthew 6:10 ("on earth as it is in heaven") 


 

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Leadership is a gift, but it can also be exhausting. 

 

Many Christian women today are carrying a heavy load: leading at work, serving in ministry, managing a home, discipling their children, nurturing a marriage, and striving to remain faithful in their own walk with the Lord. And while the calling is beautiful, the fatigue can be very real. 

In this encouraging episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden sits down with author and mentor Ann E. Thompson to talk about what happens when faith meets fatigue. Together, they explore how women can lead with resilience instead of resentment, serve with humility instead of hustle, and discern God's guidance without succumbing to cultural pressure or burnout. 

 

You'll hear practical wisdom for recognizing early signs of burnout, cultivating sustainable spiritual rhythms, and modeling servant-hearted leadership for the girls who are watching. Because our daughters are learning not only from what we say—but from how we live. As we steward our callings faithfully and rest in Christ deeply, we teach them that leadership is not about performance, but obedience. 

 

If you are a working mom, ministry leader, or woman feeling stretched thin between competing responsibilities, this episode will remind you that God never calls His daughters to run on empty. He calls us to abide, to trust, and to lead from a place of strength rooted in Him. 

 

 

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: 

 

Matthew 11:28–30 


Mark 10:42–45 


Galatians 6:9 


James 1:5 



Colossians 3:23–24 


 

 

To learn more about Ann's work, her podcast, and her new book, visit anneileenthompson.com 

 

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Welcome back to Raising Godly Girls, the podcast where we equip and encourage you to raise daughters with courage, character, and Christ-centered confidence. 

In today's conversation, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose pull back the curtain on one of the most influential leadership environments your daughter will ever experience—your home. While leadership is often discussed in boardrooms, classrooms, and public platforms, this episode brings it right to the kitchen table, the car ride, and the everyday rhythms of family life. 

Natalie begins by exploring the idea of "leadership style" and how modern parenting frameworks attempt to define it. But for Christ-followers, the model is clear—Jesus Himself. His leadership wasn't rooted in control, status, or power as the world defines it, but in humility, service, and sacrificial love. This counter-cultural approach challenges parents to rethink what it truly means to lead well. 

Rachael shares honestly about the tension many parents feel—wanting to serve their families while also empowering their children to grow, contribute, and develop character. Together, she and Natalie unpack how a Biblical Worldview reshapes leadership in the home, shifting it from performance-driven parenting to purpose-driven discipleship. 

Through wisdom from AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay, along with practical insights inspired by trusted ministry voices, this episode offers a refreshing and deeply grounded vision for family leadership. From cultivating empathy and emotional intelligence to making wise, God-honoring decisions, you'll be encouraged to lead your daughter with both intention and grace. 

You'll walk away reminded that your leadership at home doesn't have to mirror the world—it can reflect the Kingdom. 

 

Three Things to Remember: 

Adopt the same heart posture as Christ—as a servant leader.  


Pursue righteousness in your decision-making.  


Speak the plan—that's God's Word.  


 

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: 

Philippians 2:6–10  


John 13  


Mark 10:45  



John 15:13  


Exodus 20:13–16  


Matthew 5:6  


James 1:5  


Ephesians 4:12 


 

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What does leadership look like for the next generation of Christian girls and women? In this empowering episode of Raising Godly Girls, Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose dive into a conversation every faith-filled family needs to have: how strong faith fuels confident, wise, Christ-centered leadership. 

From ministry leadership and motherhood to the everyday moments where girls learn to step up, this episode reminds listeners that leadership is not reserved for adulthood. God begins shaping leaders early—through growth, mistakes, humility, and courage. Whether your girl is naturally bold or quietly influential, this conversation will help you nurture the gifts God has already placed within her. 

Rachael shares a relatable story from childhood about learning through failure (including an unforgettable salt-for-sugar cake mix-up!) and reflects on why safe spaces to fail are essential for growing resilient leaders. Natalie offers encouragement for moms of older girls, reminding parents not to rush in and rescue every difficult moment. Sometimes the most loving leadership lesson is allowing natural consequences to do their work. 

In this week's Raising Godly Girls Minute, Patti Garibay speaks directly to girls who may feel too young, too inexperienced, or not yet "ready" to lead. Rooted in 1 Timothy 4:12, this episode reminds girls that God does not wait for a certain age to call someone into Kingdom influence. 

Together, Rachael and Natalie unpack three foundational truths every Christian girl leader needs to carry into the world: knowing Whose she is, knowing who she is, and learning to walk in both confidence and wisdom. This episode is a beautiful encouragement for moms raising daughters to lead with grace, humility, and bold faith. 

Whether your girl is leading in the classroom, in her friendships, in church, or one day in ministry or the workplace, this conversation will help anchor her identity in Christ first—because godly leadership always begins there. 

 

Three Things to Remember: 

 

Know Whose you are—You belong to the Lord, and your identity begins in Him.  


Know who you are—God has equipped and called you with gifts, purpose, and influence.  


Move in both confidence and wisdom—Let humility, obedience, and courage shape your leadership journey.  


 

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: 

 

1 Timothy 4:12  



Galatians 2:20  


1 Peter 3:15  


1 Peter 5:5–6  


1 Corinthians 13 


 

Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.  

Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.