Beyond Apparent

How do Christian parents talk to their kids about gender in a world that says truth is not determined by God but fluid? Jeremy and Chuck Meade break it down with biblical clarity, cultural insight, and real-life stories. This episode equips parents to speak the truth in love, ask the right questions, and lead their kids with confidence and compassion.

In this episode, Chuck and Jeremy equip parents to confidently talk to their kids about God’s design for marriage in a culture that promotes confusion. We compare the world’s view vs. God’s view, discuss why marriage is a covenant, not just a contract, and provide practical ways to teach kids Biblical truth with love and grace.

We look back on a conversation Jeremy and Chuck had about "parenting in the middle." When our kids are young, we make all the decisions for them. When they are adults, they make all the decisions themselves. How do we help our kids transition to adulthood while prioritizing their safety? Chuck and Jeremy delve into parenting in the middle as a slow transition to teaching our kids how to make their own decisions.

Culture bombards kids with distorted views on sex—but as parents, we have the responsibility to lead them in truth. In this episode, Chuck and Jeremy unpack the biggest cultural lies about sex, contrast them with God’s design, and equip you to have honest, ongoing conversations with your kids. With practical tips and biblical wisdom, you’ll gain the confidence to guide your child with both truth and grace.

Chuck and Jeremy launch a series on having tough conversations with your kids by exploring, in this episode, how to discuss abortion with children from a Christian pro-life perspective. It emphasizes Biblical principles, scientific facts, and countering cultural narratives with truth and empathy. Parents are encouraged to use age-appropriate language, highlight forgiveness and redemption, support life-affirming efforts, and lead by example in valuing all human life.

Our culture effectively communicates to our kids how to think about controversial subjects. In this episode, Chuck and Jeremy discuss why parents shouldn’t avoid these uncomfortable but essential conversations with their kids about sensitive topics.

We look back on a conversation Chuck and Jeremy had last December, delving into the art of creating unique Christmas traditions that beautifully blend with this Christ-centered season, ensuring it remains the focal point for our family celebrations.

Chuck and Jeremy continue their interview with our education pastor, James Neal, and his wife, Jenni, about their adoption journey. In this episode they share about the process of God bringing their daughter Megan into their family through adoption and also the unexpected addition of Gavin.

Chuck and Jeremy interview our education pastor, James Neal, and his wife, Jenni about their adoption journey. In this episode, they share the circumstances that led them to choose adoption, their specific agent, and the process of adopting their oldest son, Logan.

Navigating conversations about politics can feel overwhelming, especially when speaking with your kids. In this episode, Chuck and Jeremy offer practical tips for parents on how to approach politics with grace and truth built on God's Word.