Episodios

  • Why Understanding the Doctrine of the Trinity Matters
    Oct 7 2025

    The doctrine of the Trinity is one of Christianity's essential doctrines. It's one we need to be able to understand and articulate to others. But many of us (adults and students) don't have a well-formed view of the Trinity. If you heard one, would you be able to spot a Trinitarian heresy? Would your kids? In this episode, Brett and Erin discuss their own experiences in helping kids understand the Trinity in the field at MAVEN Immersive Experiences, and unpack why this doctrine is so essential for our kids (and us) to be able to define and understand.

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    31 m
  • Why Gentle Parenting Doesn’t Work With Real Kids
    Sep 30 2025

    Gentle Parenting is all the rage right now as young parents are increasingly turning to social media influencers for advice. But does this parenting philosophy actually work? As Brett and Erin are traveling and speaking throughout September, this episode features Erin's talk on Gentle Parenting from the 2025 MAVEN Conference as she explores social media's influence on popularizing the philosophy and breaks down exactly why Gentle Parenting doesn't work when applied to real world situations.

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  • Courage, Dear Heart: Finding Courage to Engage the Culture
    Sep 23 2025

    On September 10th, Charlie Kirk—founder of Turning Point USA and Christian speaker—was shot and killed while publicly debating college students on faith and social issues. Kirk was a courageous leader who boldly proclaimed the truth of the Christian worldview to the next generation—something each of us is called to do with the kids and teens in our own spheres. His life and legacy challenge us to ask: How can we be courageous like Charlie?

    As Brett and Erin are traveling and speaking throughout September, this episode features Brett’s talk on courage from the 2025 MAVEN Conference—shared in honor of Charlie’s legacy—to explore how we can live with the same boldness and faith.

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    52 m
  • Building a Home That Points Your Family To God
    Sep 16 2025

    As Christians, what should a home look like? We know that homes should be safe places, but Scripture calls us to something deeper. The way we establish and conduct our homes shapes how our children grow and how we experience life with our spouse. In this episode, Brett and Erin discuss what a theology of the home looks like and practical ways we can build a home that helps point our spouse and children to God.

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    35 m
  • Why We Need to Let Kids Ask Questions About Faith
    Sep 9 2025

    Kids are curious—they're created in God's Image after all. So naturally, throughout the years they spend in our homes and churches, they will have many questions about the Christian faith and worldview. HOW adults respond to their questions and doubts can profoundly shape how intellectually strong and sturdy they perceive the Christian faith to be. In this episode, Brett and Erin read through the testimony of Larry Sanger, a philosopher and cofounder of Wikipedia, about what drove him to become a skeptic of Christianity and explore how critical it can be to provide sound answers to our children's faith questions. Listen to Larry Sanger's full testimony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fXQpccnc8U Find Dr. Craig's animated videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idDoRftSuRU&list=PL3gdeV4Rk9EfL-NyraEGXXwSjDNeMaRoX Check out MAVEN's online courses at https://equip.maventruth.com/store MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

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    32 m
  • 5 Proven Ways to Spoil Your Kids
    Sep 2 2025

    The work of raising thankful kids—and avoiding entitlement—starts early. In this episode, Brett and Erin address 5 easy steps you can take if you want to raise entitled kids...which is 5 easy steps to AVOID if you want to raise thankful kids instead.

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    42 m
  • The Power of 4—Get Your Kids Into the Bible
    Aug 26 2025

    The Center for Biblical Engagement surveyed more than 100,000 people and found that engaging the Bible four or more days per week has a profound impact on an individual’s life. Indeed, engaging God’s Word is the single most powerful predictor of spiritual growth. In this episode, Brett and Erin discuss the results of this ground-breaking study and outline practical steps to get your kids into the Bible.

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    31 m
  • How to Get Your Kids Off Their Phones
    Aug 19 2025

    Social scientist and cultural critic Jonathan Haidt recently wrote an important article entitled, “What Kids Told Us About How to Get Them Off Their Phones.” In this episode, Brett & Erin discuss Haidt’s piece and his research findings about kids, smartphones and the new phenomenon of a phone-based childhood. They also discuss how unstructured free time is key in getting kids off their phones and providing them with a healthy upbringing.

    Read the original article here: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/08/kids-smartphones-play-freedom/683742/

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    43 m