Upside-Down Parenting – Détails, épisodes et analyse

As we kick off a new year, we're diving into a topic that impacts every family: money. Teaching our kids to steward money and resources well can feel stressful, overwhelming, or even divisive—but it doesn't have to be. A New Year reset is the perfect opportunity to rethink how our families handle finances, cultivate generosity, and live with joy and purpose.

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Shane Enete, author of Whole Heart Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy. Shane shares practical wisdom and biblical insight on how faith, family, and finances intersect in everyday life, offering encouragement for parents who want to raise generous, joyful stewards.

Together, we explore what it means to manage money with a whole heart, how to teach children biblical stewardship, and practical steps families can take to align their finances with their faith. Join us as we discover how Jesus-centered money habits can bring freedom, joy, and purpose to your family finances.

Have a question for us? Email podcast@summit.org—your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A!

Welcome back to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast! I'm your host, Janel Greig, and today we're launching into a conversation to help set your family's faith on the right path for the new year—a true New Year Reset for Christian parents.

In this episode, we're excited to welcome Natasha Crain, author of several books, including Talking with Your Kids About God, Keeping Your Kids on God's Side, and a number of others. She is a respected speaker, podcaster, and influencer and her gift of taking complicated topics and breaking them down is remarkable. Today we're diving into why intentional, faith-filled conversations with your children are so crucial—and what that looks like in real life.

From practical tips for sparking dialogue, to how to respond when you don't have all the answers, to the importance of your heart posture as a parent, Natasha shares insights every Christian parent can use to help their kids build a lasting faith.

Whether your kids are little or teens, this is a hope-filled, practical conversation to help you start the year with clarity, purpose, and mission in your family. So get comfortable, settle in, and let's dive in!

Have a question for us? Email podcast@summit.org—your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A!

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

Talking with Your Kids about God: 30 Conversations Every Christian Parent Must Have—Natasha Crain

Keeping Your Kids on God's Side: 40 Conversations to Help Them Build a Lasting Faith—Natasha Crain

World Watch

When Your Kids Ask Why: Everyday Apologetics for Parents—Janel Greig

Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting is one of the greatest adventures ever, yet we all know that parenting can also feel overwhelming and confusing. The great news is you don't have to do it alone. We're here to walk with you as you raise your kids to embrace God's counter-cultural truth, his upside-down kingdom, and champion a biblical worldview.

On this episode, we're continuing our conversation about apathy—and how we can push back with courage and purpose. As parents, how can we resist the tide of indifference and step boldly into action? How can we help our kids avoid falling into the same trap? The call to action may look different for each of us, but the heart is the same: pick up the mic. Don't defer, delay, or disengage. Step in. Speak up. Be part of shaping a worldview grounded in truth, courage, and love. So, let's dive in!

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*Faith of the Fatherless: The Psychology of Atheism—Paul Vitz

*What Do I Say When . . . ?: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children and Teens—Andrew T. Walker & Christian Walker

*How Parents' Modeling Faith Shapes Their Child's Beliefs—Dr. Jason Barker

Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting is one of the greatest adventures ever, yet we all know that parenting can also feel overwhelming and confusing. The great news is you don't have to do it alone. We're here to walk with you as you raise your kids to embrace God's counter-cultural truth, his upside-down kingdom, and champion a biblical worldview.

On this episode, we're talking about a rallying cry for parents—and really, for all of us—to push back against apathy and step into action. Whether it's speaking up at a school board meeting, having that tough conversation with your child, really listening to your teen, giving someone else the mic, or re-engaging with an apathetic kid—each moment matters. The call to action may look different for everyone, but the heart is the same: pick up the mic. Don't defer, delay, or disengage. Step in. Speak up. Be part of shaping a worldview grounded in truth, courage, and love. So, let's dive in!

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*2025 American Worldview Inventory Report 1 and Report 2—George Barna

*Almost Half of Practicing Christian Millennials Say Evangelism Is Wrong—Barna Group

*Apathetic Christians—J. Warner Wallace

*Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child Through a Hostile Culture—Gregory Koukl

Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting can feel overwhelming and disorienting. But you don't have to do it alone. We're here to walk with you as you raise your kids to embrace God's counter-cultural truth, his upside-down kingdom, and champion a biblical worldview.

Today, we're going to talk about the secret sauce of good parenting and a strong family: your marriage! Prioritizing your marriage may be the most important thing you focus on as you work to be a better parent. 

For more practical, biblically-based resources for parents, check out summit.org/parents.

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God—Timothy & Kathy Keller

*What Makes a Great Marriage… and Why It's Worth It—Dr. Bob Paul

*What Marriage Has Taught Us About God—Dustin Jizmejian

Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting can feel overwhelming and disorienting. But you don't have to do it alone. We're here to walk with you as you raise your kids to embrace God's counter-cultural truth, his upside-down Kingdom, and champion a biblical worldview.

On this episode, we'd love to talk about the day-to-day experience of parenting—how we handle the ups and downs, the changing seasons, and the habits that shape our homes and hearts. We'll explore what it looks like to find healthy rhythms of grace in family life, to stay grounded when life feels chaotic, and to keep your eyes on Christ through it all.

Because in God's upside-down Kingdom, faithfulness matters more than perfection—and every small moment counts.

For more practical, biblically-based resources for parents, check out summit.org/parents.

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*The Pilgrim's Progress—Tedd Tripp

*Red Pen Logic with Mr. B—Tim Barnett

*World Watch

*Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God—Timothy Keller

*The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes—Nancy Pearcey

*How Parents' Modeling Faith Shapes Their Child's Beliefs

Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting often feels overwhelming and disorienting, but you don't have to navigate it alone. We're here to come alongside you as you raise your kids to embrace God's countercultural truth, live in his upside-down kingdom, and stand confidently in a biblical worldview.

In today's episode, Dr. Matt Jones and Janel Greig introduce themselves and share why they are passionate about equipping Christian parents. You'll hear part of their story, practical parenting advice, and biblical encouragement for raising kids who embrace God's truth. Together, they explore what it means to thrive as a family in today's complex culture.

For more practical, biblically-based resources for parents, check out summit.org/parents.

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*Shepherding a Child's Heart—Tedd Tripp

*Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family—Paul David Tripp

*Keeping Your Kids on God's Side—Natasha Crain

*Biblical Truths About Your Kid's Identity & How to Help Them Thrive—Christopher L. Reese

In today's episode, we're honored to have J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker and best-selling author. He continues to consult on cold-case investigations while serving as a Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He is also an adjunct professor of apologetics at Talbot School of Theology, Gateway Seminary, and Southern Evangelical Seminary, and a faculty member and one of our favorites here at Summit Ministries.

For more practical, biblically-based resources for parents, check out summit.org/parents.

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*So the Next Generation Will Know: Preparing Young Christians for a Challenging World—Sean McDowell & J. Warner Wallace

*When Your Kids Ask Why: Everyday Apologetics for Parents—Janel Greig

*Responding to Generation Z's Questions about the Bible—Dr. Jason Barker

In today's episode, we're excited to have Andrea Crum join us on the show! Andrea is a leader in biblical worldview, apologetics, and family discipleship, helping families navigate today's cultural chaos with God's truth. A wife and mom of two, she brings her passion for Scripture and family life together by leading Genuine Family Ministries with her husband, Matt, and hosting the Raising Christian Kids Conference.

As the author of Christ over Culture: Raising Christian Kids to Stand in a Postmodern World and a graduate of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, Andrea equips parents with practical insights and strategies to help their children stand up, stand out, and stand apart as followers of Christ in a confusing, postmodern culture. 

For more practical, biblically-based resources for parents, check out summit.org/parents.

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*Christ Over Culture: Raising Christian Kids to Stand in a Postmodern World—Andrea Crum

*Colson Center for Christian Worldview

*Knowing God—J. I. Packer

*Theo of Golden—Allen Levi

*Building Understanding Across Worldviews—Richard Lombard

In this episode, we're joined by Kate Watson, Publisher at Axis—an organization passionate about bridging the generational gap and empowering parents to connect with their kids on today's toughest topics. Kate shares practical insights on how to have sincere, open, and honest conversations about culture, technology, faith, and everyday challenges. Whether you're looking for ways to strengthen your relationship with your kids, talk about difficult issues from a Christian perspective, or simply feel less alone in your parenting journey, this conversation will encourage and equip you.

For more practical, biblically-based resources for parents, check out summit.org/parents.

Resources we talked about or that we'd recommend: 

*Axis: Biblical Resources to Help Parents Disciple Their Teens

*Gallup Poll: Gen Zers to Their Parents

*Can Parents Use Technology for Good?—Johnathan McKee

*Pop Culture: How Should A Christian Respond?—Chuck Edwards