
24 – Public School Sports, Stay-at-Home Homeschool Moms, and Teen Girls Texting Boys
12/30/2025 | 29 mins.
Should homeschooling families allow their child to join a public school sports team when their instincts say no? How should a mother think through stepping away from a career to stay home and homeschool when fears of resentment and sacrifice arise? And is it wise for a teenage girl to engage in one-on-one texting with boys, even when there is no stated romantic intent? Listen in for biblical clarity and thoughtful encouragement for navigating these common parenting challenges. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.Submit your question at [Raising Them Up](generations.org/raisingthemup) or call 1-800-223-6567.Generations.org

23 - Teen Depression and Video Games, Music While Studying, and Ignoring Chore Instructions
12/23/2025 | 29 mins.
What steps should parents take when a 15-year-old shows signs of depression and is increasingly addicted to video games? Is listening to music while studying a helpful tool or a hidden distraction? And how can parents address a child who claims they “didn’t hear” instructions when chores aren’t done? Israel and Brook provide thoughtful guidance rooted in Scripture for shepherding children through emotional struggles, focus issues, and discipline challenges.Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.Submit your question at [Raising Them Up](generations.org/raisingthemup) or call 1-800-223-6567.Generations.org

22 - Destructive Toddlers, Teen Work Schedules, and the Power of Reading Aloud
12/16/2025 | 29 mins.
How should parents respond to a rough, destructive three-year-old boy without crushing his spirit? What boundaries should be set when a homeschooled teen starts his first job while juggling sports and youth group? And why does reading aloud remain one of the most powerful tools in Christian family discipleship? Israel and Brook offer biblical clarity and practical counsel for parenting toddlers, teens, and everyone in between. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.Submit your question at [Raising Them Up](generations.org/raisingthemup) or call 1-800-223-6567.Generations.org

21 - When Spanking “Doesn’t Work,” Early Mornings, and Raising Self-Controlled Sons
12/09/2025 | 29 mins.
How do we discipline strong-willed kids biblically, cultivate early-morning rhythms, and train boys toward real self-control? Israel and Brooke talk Scripture, stubborn hearts, grace-filled parenting, and the long road of discipleship. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.Submit your question at [Raising Them Up](generations.org/raisingthemup) or call 1-800-223-6567.Generations.org

20 - Teen Mission Trips, Depressed Daughters, and Modesty in Church
12/02/2025 | 29 mins.
How do you discern whether a teen’s short-term missions trip is genuine service or just expensive adventure? How should parents respond when a 14-year-old daughter is sad, anxious, and wrestling with her identity? And what do you do when another family’s teenage girls are dressing immodestly at church week after week? Israel and Brooke offer biblical categories, practical questions to ask, and wise next steps, helping parents walk by faith as they weigh risk, pursue heart-level discipleship, and engage their church leaders with humility and grace.Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.Submit your question at [Raising Them Up](generations.org/raisingthemup) or call 1-800-223-6567.Generations.org



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