Today we’re diving into the idea of being a countercultural parent. Join us as Karen shares how important it is to parent in a way that aligns with God’s will instead of seeking the approval of others. From practical tips on renewing your mind to choosing God as your guiding “North Star,” Karen offers encouragement to moms who may feel out of step with the world – but exactly in step with God’s design.

Episode Recap:

3:51 Karen shares about her newest curriculum, The Counter Intuitive Parent

8:36 How have you seen parenting trends/choices change over the years?

11:38 Were you always countercultural as a parent or did you change as you realized you needed to parent differently from the world? 

16:25 What worldly patterns do you see affecting families right now? 

19:05 What can a mom do today to renew her mind? 

23:00 God is our “North Star” as believers

26:30 There is a lot on the horizon for BOAW Moms this year! 

Scripture for Reflection:

Romans 12:2 (NIV) – "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

Galatians 1:10 (NIV) - “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.”

Questions for Discussion:

1. What parenting “trends” have you noticed in the circles you are parenting in these days? Do you feel pressure to conform to any of them? 
2. Karen spoke about renewing your mind and making choices for your family based on God’s will rather than the world’s expectations. How can you practically begin to “renew your mind” in your daily parenting?
3. In what ways do you feel countercultural as a parent? Have there been moments where you doubted your approach because it went against what society expects?
4. How can you make God your “North Star” in your decision-making as a parent? What are some distractions that keep you from doing this, and how can you overcome them?

Resources:

• Download the Birds on a Wire Moms app now for FREE wherever you get your apps: [App Store] [Google Play]
• Check out The Counter Intuitive Parent available now through Right Now Media): https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/content/details/883497