Life Parenting Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Money can be one of the greatest sources of stress in a marriage followed closely by children and family. That’s why it’s so important that we don’t leave our children to learn about money by accident.

In this episode, we explore Biblical principles surrounding money and how to intentionally teach them to our children. We unpack the truth that everything we have belongs to God. We are not owners. We are stewards, called to wisely manage what He has entrusted to us.

Using the simple and practical LIVE, GIVE, OWE, GROW framework, we talk through how to shape a God-honoring view of finances at every age:

• Live – Understanding essential and discretionary expenses and creating a thoughtful and practical spending plan (otherwise known as a budget)

• Give – Seeing generosity as a reflection of the heart. God doesn’t want generosity from us as much as He wants it for us

• Owe – Addressing taxes and debt, and why Scripture warns that debt enslaves us. We discuss how to take your kids along on your journey toward becoming debt-free

• Grow – Teaching saving and investing as tools for wisdom, provision, and future impact

We also introduce a win–win philosophy, one that helps families make financial decisions that align with Biblical values while preparing the next generation to live faithfully, generously, and responsibly.

If you want your children to see money as a tool for God’s purposes rather than a source of fear or control, this conversation will give you both vision and practical steps to get started.

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

→ Episode 17: The Entitlement Epidemic: A Parent's Guide to Recognition and Remedy // Spotify // Apple Podcasts // YouTube

→ Kingdom Advisors

→ Christian Financial Concepts by Larry Burkett

→ Financial Peace Class

→ Dave Ramsey Resources

→ Generous Giving organization

→ JOG: Journey of Generosity

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The U.S. Bookstore

→ The Australia & NZ Bookstore

→ The Asia Pacific Bookstore

→ The Brazil Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Drawing from 57 years of marriage, Gary and Anne Marie Ezzo share from their deep well of wisdom on what it truly means to love, honor, and grow together as husband and wife. In this authentic conversation, they reflect on how marriage is designed to complete, not compete, and how returning to “that moment” of commitment reminds couples of why they chose to be together.. They explore the power of seeing more in your spouse than they see in themselves, refusing to define one another by their worst moments, and protecting each other’s dignity, especially in public. You’ll also hear practical insight on respecting pain without minimizing it, honoring hesitation and boundaries, recognizing subtle cues, and valuing each other’s expressions of worship. Throughout it all, Gary and Anne Marie remind couples to continually point one another back to God’s faithfulness and goodness.

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo, founders of Growing Families

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

→ Parenting from the Tree of Life Material

→ The Gospel of Life book

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The U.S. Bookstore

→ The Australia & NZ Bookstore

→ The Asia Pacific Bookstore

→ The Brazil Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

 
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Ready to cut through the noise of the endless stream of parenting trends on social media and trying to figure out what is best for your child??

Drawing from the newly updated, Babyhood Transitions book, we dive into topics like baby-led weaning and The Wonder Weeks, examining the science (and sometimes lack thereof) behind popular fads. Parental intentionality coupled with resolve is a better option than baby knows best because baby doesn’t really know best.

We believe that your wisdom and life experience are invaluable. Your children need you to guide them, not just follow their lead. This episode is about empowering you to be an engaged, intentional, and informed parent—someone who invests in their child's development with purpose and resolve. We'll show you how to give your child what they need, when they're ready, without rushing them - all with the purpose of maximizing your child’s potential.

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo, founders

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

→ The Babyhood Transitions

→ Parenting from the Tree of Life

→ Prep for Parenting

→ Blanket Time

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Join Rich and Julie Young with Kurt and Jill Everson for a practical discussion on chores. This episode redefines chores, exploring their surprising benefits for kids' development and family cooperation. Discover how these tasks build vital life skills and a strong work ethic, plus get actionable strategies for implementing them effectively with children from an early age through to the teen years.

Ever wonder if chores could be more than just… chores? Join Rich and Julie Young, alongside Kurt and Jill Everson, for a game-changing discussion that redefines the very essence of household tasks. This isn't just about tidying up; it's about unlocking surprising benefits for your kids' development and fostering unparalleled family cooperation. Tune in to discover how these seemingly simple tasks build vital life skills, cultivate a robust work ethic, and pave the way for a more harmonious home. Plus, get ready for actionable strategies you can implement with children from their earliest years right through their teens!

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Kurt & Jill Everson, Growing Families leaders

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

→ Podcast episode on entitlement // YouTube // Apple Podcasts // Spotify

→ Martha to the Max (book)

→ How to Raise a Responsible Child - the Monkey Teaching (Original Video)

→ How to Raise a Responsible Child - the Monkey Teaching (Video)

Additional Video Segments Related to this episode:
→ Proactive strategies in raising a responsible child (Video)

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Are you accidentally raising an entitled child? Discover the subtle signs, unintentional enablers, and powerful strategies to cultivate gratitude, responsibility, and resilience in your kids.

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Kurt & Jill Everson, Growing Families leaders

Resources mentioned in the episode:

→ Martha to the Max Book

→ Parenting Inside & Outside the Funnel (Article)

→ What Does it Mean to Parent Outside the Funnel? (Video)

→ Getting a Child Back Inside the Funnel (Video)

→ More video segments on the funnel

→ Podcast Episode on Vision part 1 // YouTube // Spotify // Apple Podcasts

→ Podcast Episode on Vision part 2 // YouTube // Spotify // Apple Podcasts

→ Podcast Episode on Chores // Coming soon!

Additional resources related to this episode:

→ Bribing in Exchange for Compliance (Video)

→ The Bribing Parent (Video)

→ More video segments on the bribing parent

→ The Danger of Flattery (Video)

→ Destroying Children with Flattery (Video)

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

The words Structure and Routine can sometimes strike fear into the hearts of parents who reject being tied down to a strict schedule where every minute of the day is planned. But that’s not what Structure and Routine is all about. Instead, it is a plan that reduces the amount of correction needed and gives: order to the day, predictability, and best of all FREEDOM! Rich and Julie share the benefits of structure and routine and practical suggestions to implement in your child’s day. Then Gary and Anne Marie Ezzo join Rich and Julie to discuss the neuroscience behind structure and routine and the hidden influence it exerts.

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo, founders

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

→ Blanket Time Explained

→ Playpen Time Explained

→ The Brain Benefits of Structure & Routine

→ Speaking Life Podcast Episode // YouTube // Apple // Spotify

Additional Resources Related to Structure & Routine:

→ The Blessings of Structure & Routine

→ Five Benefits of Structure & Routine

→ Room Time Explained

→ Daily Activity Planner Template

→ Weekly Activity Planner Template

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Teaching our children to obey us, first time, is usually more difficult for us, the parents, than it is for the child. It takes work and consistency, and we often don’t realize that we may be undermining our own efforts. Rich and Julie talk about why it’s important for children to be trained in first time obedience, how to do it, and some warnings to prevent us from sabotaging our own efforts. Gary and Anne Marie join Rich and Julie to discuss the neuroscience behind obedience and the rewards our children reap well into their adulthood as a result. 

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo, founders

Additional Video Segments Related to Obedience:

→ Characteristics of Obedience

→ The “Yes Mommy” & “Yes Daddy” Responses

→ The “5 Minute Warning”

→ The “Why” of Instruction

→ The Five Categories of Moral Education

→ Parenting Words, Sensory Input, & Lasting Impressions

→ A Family with a Broken “Y”

→ The Conscience & the “Moral Why”

→ The Moral Why - Example One

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Ready for a glimpse into family life and language across continents? Geoff and Alicia Bongers, hailing from Down Under, connect with Rich and Julie Young for a lively discussion that spans more than just miles! Get ready to crack the code on delightful differences between Australian and American English, hear about the beautiful transition of children blossoming into married adults, and delve into the heart of family devotions with over 27 years of wisdom implementing the Growing Families Biblical parenting principles. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with wisdom, laughter, and a unique blend of Australian and American perspectives on family, language, and faith!

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Geoff & Alicia Bongers, Growing Families Australia Leaders part of the National Overseeing Team

→ Growing Families Australia

→ Check out Episode 1 on Couch Time // Spotify // Apple // YouTube

→ Check out Episode 2 on Speaking Life // Spotify // Apple // YouTube

→ Check out Episode 3 on the Life-Giving Home Environment // Spotify // Apple // YouTube

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

​​Rich and Julie Young continue a powerful conversation with Bill and Stephanie Lammers. They discuss practical strategies for cultivating family vision, igniting your children's passions, and navigating the digital age with intention. Learn how to nurture a thriving family "lawn" by finding your purpose, setting meaningful boundaries, and having fun together!

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Bill & Stephanie Lammers, Growing Families leaders, founders of Wildfire Leadership

→ Wildfire Leadership

→ Family Mission Portraits

Resources & topics mentioned in this episode:

Vision Episode (pt 1):

→ Spotify

→ Apple

→ YouTube

Vision Episode (pt 2):

→ Spotify

→ Apple

→ YouTube

Parenting in the Digital Age Episode:

→ Spotify

→ Apple

→ YouTube

→ Life in the Middle Years course

→ How to play Bill’s favorite game

→ The Funnel Explained

→ Video Explanation of the Funnel

Healthy Lawn Episode (Proactive vs Reactive Parenting):

→ Spotify

→ Apple

→ YouTube

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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life

Bill and Stephanie Lammers join Rich and Julie Young for a lively discussion on raising children with intention. They delve into the joys and challenges, revealing the valuable lessons they've learned while focusing on speaking life, 'Couch Time,' proactive parenting, and finding their community. Get ready for a dose of inspiration and practical takeaways.

Rich & Julie Young, hosts

Bill & Stephanie Lammers, Growing Families leaders, founders of Wildfire Leadership

→ https://www.wildfireleadership.com/

→ Mission Portrait Coaching // https://www.wildfireleadership.com/shop

Resources & topics mentioned in this episode:

→ Couch Time Episode // Spotify // Apple // YouTube

→ Speaking Life Episode // Spotify // Apple // YouTube

→ Life Giving Home Environment Episode // Spotify // Apple // YouTube 

→ ⁠Mission Portrait Coaching⁠
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→ The Growing Families Website

→ Register for a Class

→ Our Courses

→ The Bookstore

→ Contact Mom Ministry

→ Instagram

→ Facebook

→ YouTube

Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life