This conversation started with a few comments… and quickly turned into something much bigger.

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady sits down with Amber to unpack one of the most debated topics in the church today—gender roles.

They walk through:

The difference between egalitarian and complementarian views

Why this issue creates so much tension (even among Christians)

Amber’s personal journey from supporting women in ministry to rethinking everything

How culture—and even the church—has shaped the conversation

This isn’t about winning arguments. It’s about finding clarity in what Scripture actually teaches.

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Timestamps:

0:00 — Why This Conversation Matters

0:38 — The Backlash That Started It All

2:17 — Understanding the Three Views

2:54 — What Is Egalitarianism?

3:41 — What Is Complementarianism?

4:41 — Where the Culture Gets It Wrong

9:04 — Amber’s Story Begins

11:48 — Questioning What She Was Taught

16:01 — The Tension Between Culture and Scripture

24:47 — Finding Clarity in a Confused World

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#CalibrateConversations #Complementarian #Egalitarian

Why are so many kids identifying as transgender today—and why are so many parents unprepared for it?

In this powerful workshop, Brady breaks down the massive cultural shift happening right now, why identity has become self-defined, and what’s really going on beneath the surface. From the rise in gender dysphoria to the growing number of detransition stories, this conversation tackles one of the most important and difficult issues facing families today.

We also explore how parents are being impacted, the role of culture and social influence, and how to respond with both truth and compassion.

This is a conversation every parent, leader, and Christian needs to hear.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why This Conversation Matters

02:30 – The Cultural Shift to Transgender Issues

04:00 – Personal Story: “I Would’ve Been Trans Today”

05:45 – What the Bible Says About Gender

08:30 – The 3 Core Lies About Gender Identity

09:15 – Lie #1: Identity Is Self-Determined

10:00 – Lie #2: Feelings Define Gender

11:00 – Lie #3: External Change Brings Wholeness

15:30 – Truth #1: Identity Is Given by God

18:15 – Truth #2: We Are Body and Soul

22:45 – Truth #3: Transformation vs Transition

27:30 – The Effects of the Fall and Gender Dysphoria

30:00 – Why This Issue Is So Complicated

35:20 – Real Story: Transition and Redemption

39:00 – The Impact on Parents

42:30 – Being a “Hospital for the Sick”

45:00 – The Detransition Wave Explained

49:30 – The Arc of Transition and Regret

55:00 – Examining Our Own Identity

58:00 – Speaking Truth and Hope to Others

1:02:00 – Q&A Begins

1:02:30 – Why Are Kids More Susceptible?

1:08:20 – How to Reach a Trans Family Member

1:10:45 – Teachers and Job Risks

1:14:20 – The Pronouns Question

1:21:40 – “Why Did God Make Me This Way?”

1:26:40 – Trans Athletes in Sports

1:31:45 – Setting Boundaries with LGBTQ Loved Ones

1:37:50 – Final Thoughts on Pronouns

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#transgender #identity #culture

Many parents assume their kids are fine—but in reality, many teens are quietly questioning, struggling, and even drifting from their faith without their parents knowing.

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone sits down with Peter Kupisz, an apologist and ministry leader who has worked with students and families around the world. Peter shares what he’s seeing globally when it comes to faith, culture, and the growing influence of identity issues on young people—and why so many teens feel forced to choose between being “loving” and believing the Bible.

He also introduces Dinner School, a simple, practical tool designed to help parents disciple their kids through short videos and guided conversations—making it easier to build a strong, thoughtful Christian worldview right at home.

👉 Learn more about Dinner School: https://dinnerschool.org

📱 Search “Dinner School” in the app store (Android available, iOS coming soon)

If you’re a parent trying to navigate faith, culture, and discipleship in today’s world—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Timestamps:

0:04:51 — Teens Struggling in Silence

0:05:44 — They Don’t Care If It’s True Anymore

0:06:31 — The Two Options Teens Are Given

0:07:24 — The Missing Third Option

0:08:11 — Parents Don’t Know What’s Happening

0:08:58 — Worldviews Are Changing Quietly

0:09:44 — Teens Aren’t Prepared for the Real World

0:10:43 — Why So Many Kids Walk Away

0:12:15 — The Simple System to Disciple Your Kids

0:24:23 — Why Parents Must Lead Discipleship

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#Parenting #Kids #Discipleship