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029 - Owner or Steward? The Perspective Shift That Transforms Family Finances
Episode 29
lundi 26 janvier 2026 • Duration 01:04:26
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
→ Christian Financial Concepts by Larry Burkett
→ Generous Giving organization
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→ The Growing Families Website
→ The Australia & NZ Bookstore
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
028 - Marriage that Lasts: What We've Learned in 57 Years of Marriage (a discussion with Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo)
Episode 28
lundi 12 janvier 2026 • Duration 50:12
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
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→ The Growing Families Website
→ The Australia & NZ Bookstore
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
019 - Course Updates & Discernment with Parenting Trends: Our Thoughts on Baby Led Weaning, Wonder Weeks, & More
Episode 19
lundi 25 août 2025 • Duration 51:13
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:
→ Parenting from the Tree of Life
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→ The Growing Families Website
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
018 - Chores with Purpose: Instilling Work Ethic and a Heart to Serve in Your Children (a discussion with Kurt & Jill Everson)
Episode 18
lundi 28 juillet 2025 • Duration 55:13
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
→ 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
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
017 - The Entitlement Epidemic: A Parent's Guide to Recognition and Remedy (a discussion with Kurt & Jill Everson)
Episode 17
lundi 16 juin 2025 • Duration 01:03:25
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:
→ 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)
→ 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
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
016 - The Hidden Influence: How Structure & Routine Shape Your Child's Development
Episode 16
lundi 19 mai 2025 • Duration 46:24
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:
→ 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
→ Daily Activity Planner Template
→ Weekly Activity Planner Template
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→ The Growing Families Website
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
015 - Is First Time Obedience Worth It? The Neuroscience Says Yes.
lundi 5 mai 2025 • Duration 01:00:24
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 Five Categories of Moral Education
→ Parenting Words, Sensory Input, & Lasting Impressions
→ The Conscience & the “Moral Why”
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→ The Growing Families Website
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
014 - Ministry in Australia, Transitioning Children into Marriage, & Family Devotions (a discussion with Geoff & Alicia Bongers)
Episode 14
lundi 21 avril 2025 • Duration 50:39
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
→ 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
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
013 - Creating Vision, Digital Boundaries, and a Healthy "Lawn" for our Family (a discussion with Bill & Stephanie Lammers)
Episode 13
lundi 7 avril 2025 • Duration 41:48
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
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
→ Video Explanation of the Funnel
Healthy Lawn Episode (Proactive vs Reactive Parenting):
→ Spotify
→ Apple
→ YouTube
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→ The Growing Families Website
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
012 - Implementing Couch Time, Speaking Life, and Community with Four Kids (a discussion with Bill & Stephanie Lammers)
Episode 12
lundi 24 mars 2025 • Duration 43:53
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
→ YouTube
Email questions or topic suggestions to podcast@growingfamilies.life
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