If you’re not intentionally teaching your kids a solid Christian worldview, someone else is shaping their beliefs for you.

In this can’t-miss replay from the Christian Parent / Crazy World vault, sits down with Elizabeth Urbanowicz—elementary educator, apologist, and founder of Foundation Worldview—to equip parents for the immense challenge of raising resilient, truth-loving kids in a culture determined to shape their values.

While many children in Christian homes learn Bible stories and attend church, a shocking disconnect remains: they often think more like the surrounding culture than like Christ.

Elizabeth shares her journey from the Christian classroom—where she saw even well-discipled kids absorbing secular ideas—to developing comprehensive curricula that anchor young minds in biblical truth.

A worldview, she explains, is a “mental map” that guides everything we think, say, and do. In this episode, she equips parents to make that map biblical—even for their youngest learners.

 

🔍 Highlights from the Episode:

📉 The Worldview Crisis
Elizabeth explains why even diligent discipleship and Christian education aren't enough without intentional worldview training.

Humorous and sobering stories show how easily relativism creeps in—even at age eight.

🧱 Practical Building Blocks
Don’t aim for a “giant leap to the roof.” Instead, build your child’s worldview step-by-step.

Elizabeth outlines key strategies to ground young believers in truth.

💡 Two Essentials for Raising Faithful Kids

1. Equip children to read, interpret, and apply Scripture independently.
2. Teach them to think critically and evaluate every idea they encounter.

These are vital skills in today’s age of information overload.

❓ Foundational Questions
Her curriculum answers five critical worldview questions that help kids compare beliefs and recognize truth:

• What is truth?
• Who is God?
• How did life begin?
• Who am I?
• How can I tell right from wrong?

📚 Curriculum for Real Life
From classroom meditation examples to parent testimonials, Catherine and Elizabeth show how transformative—and fun—worldview learning can be.

 

👧 Essential Foundational Questions (Revisited)

Elizabeth emphasizes five big questions every child needs answered:

• What is truth?
• Who is God?
• How did life begin?
• Who am I? (What does it mean to be human?)
• *How can I tell right from wrong?

 

👩‍🏫 Guest Bio: Elizabeth Urbanowicz

Elizabeth holds master’s degrees in literacy education and Christian apologetics (Biola University) and is the founder and CEO of Foundation Worldview. Her years in the classroom illuminated a pressing need for worldview discipleship, inspiring her to develop resources now used by parents, churches, and schools nationwide.

 

🛠️ Key Takeaway:

Your kids can’t keep what they don’t own, and they can’t own what they don’t know.
Equip them with the tools to discern truth—and watch them stand strong in a culture of confusion.

 

🎧 Don’t Miss the Follow-Up Episode!
Elizabeth returns to expose the seven most dangerous lies our culture is selling your kids right now. Stay tuned!

 

🔗 Links & Resources:

• 🌐 Explore Foundation Worldview’s curricula and free resources: foundationworldview.com
• 🎁 Use code CPCW10 for $10 off any family curriculum license at Foundation Worldview
  (Not a sponsored deal—just a bonus for CPCW listeners!)
• 📩 Subscribe to updates, blogs, and Catherine’s free ebook: catherinesegars.com
• 📱 Follow Catherine on Instagram @catherinesegars and Facebook Catherine Segars Speaker

 

📊 Referenced Research:

• “Only 4 Percent of Gen Z Have a Biblical Worldview”, Impact 360/Barna Research
• “Atheism Doubles Among Gen Z”, Barna Research
• “Do We Live in a Post-Modern Society?,” William Lane Craig

 

🎧 CPCW Worldview Series Referenced:

• EPISODE 6: 5 Reasons You Should Teach Your Kids about Other Worldviews
• EPISODE 7: What Worldviews Are Competing with Your Kids Faith?
• EPISODE 8: What Sets the Christian Worldview Apart from Other Worldviews?
• EPISODE 9: How Does the Christian Worldview Create a World We All Want To Live In

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💬 What if reclaiming a few “dangerous” and neglected biblical words could rescue the next generation—and even the soul of our civilization?

In this must-listen episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine welcomes Scott Allen, president of the Disciple Nations Alliance and author of the groundbreaking new book, 10 Words to Heal Our Broken World.

Together, they explore three words that once shaped the West but are now often misunderstood or even maligned:

Authority. Faith. Beauty.

These words may sound old-fashioned—or even problematic—but their true, biblical meanings are desperately needed in today’s world.

🎧 Why This Episode Matters

Scott Allen has spent decades equipping Christian leaders around the globe. His message is clear: If we lose these words, we lose the foundation of freedom, flourishing, and faith.

Whether you’re parenting toddlers or teenagers, mentoring youth, or simply longing to be salt and light in a crumbling culture—this conversation will reframe your worldview.

 

🔑 Key Takeaways🔹 Authority — From Trigger Word to World-Changing Truth

"Authority" has become almost a dirty word in modern culture. But Jesus didn’t abolish hierarchy—He redefined it through servant leadership.

“If you want to be great… you must become a servant.” — Scott Allen

✔️ Learn how to model biblical authority in your home.
✔️ Discover how Christ-like leadership transforms power from oppression into blessing.

 

🔹 Faith — Not Blind Belief, But Reasoned Trust

Faith is often mocked as naïve. But biblical faith is trustworthiness—firm, tested, and grounded.

“Faith in the Bible is trust. It’s trustworthiness. Something is trustworthy.”

✔️ Help your children see that Christian faith is not a leap into the dark, but a reasoned trust in a trustworthy God.

 

🔹 Beauty — The Forgotten Apologetic

Beauty isn’t optional. It’s one of the three transcendentals, alongside truth and goodness. And when the church neglects beauty, we surrender cultural influence.

“If we forsake beauty, we literally gift-wrap the culture and hand it over to the enemy.” — Catherine

✔️ See how beauty restores hope—even in the darkest places.
✔️ Reignite wonder in your home, even if you’re not an “artist.”

 

🌟 Memorable Moments

💡 On Authority

“He doesn’t abolish hierarchy… but completely redefines it.”

🎨 On Beauty

“We created the vacuum, and then what do we do? We shake a naughty finger at ‘bad Hollywood’... instead, we must reclaim the artistry God intended for His people.”

🌾 On Hope Through Beauty

Hear the story of how a simple, clean street helped someone in despair believe that life could be beautiful again.

 

📣 Final Takeaway

The future of our families—and our civilization—depends on how we define and live out authority, faith, and beauty.

These aren't just theological words. They're parenting tools. Cultural lifelines. Civilization-shaping truths.

Let’s reclaim the words that built the West—and hand them down with clarity, courage, and conviction.

👤 Guest Spotlight: Scott Allen

President of the Disciple Nations Alliance, Scott is a leading voice on biblical worldview and cultural renewal. He’s trained leaders around the globe and authored several influential books, including Why Social Justice Is Not Biblical Justice and The Kingdom Unleashed. Scott brings decades of insight into how biblical truth transforms not just lives—but entire nations.

📚 Resources & Links:

• Disciple Nations Alliance
• Scott Allen’s Books
• Catherine Segars’ Free Resources

Other Episode in this series:

Episode 153: The Words That Built the West: How the Bible Shaped Our Civilization

Episode 154: One Idea, Countless Freedoms — How a Single Biblical Belief Shaped the Western World

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Words are not just for communication—they shape civilizations. They define truth, identity, and purpose. They are the load-bearing beams of a society’s moral structure. And when those words are redefined or removed, everything built on them begins to crumble.

In this powerful and timely episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine Segars welcomes back worldview expert Scott Allen for a riveting conversation about the biblical words that built Western civilization—and why our children’s future depends on preserving them.

We’re not just losing vocabulary in today’s culture war—we’re losing the very ideas that gave us human dignity, justice, freedom, and purpose. Concepts like truth, freedom, and even human are being reimagined in ways that disconnect us from reality and rob our kids of the meaning they were created to know.

Scott and Catherine take a deep dive into the word “human”—and what it meant when rooted in the biblical worldview. They unpack how the radical declaration in Genesis—that humans are made in the image of God—revolutionized the ancient world. In a culture where women were often viewed as property, and children or the disabled were disposable, Scripture declared that every single person has immeasurable worth.

You’ll hear:

• How the biblical idea of humanity upended Greek, Roman, and pagan views of people as tools or cosmic accidents
• The chilling story of a modern Kenyan tribe that used the same word for “woman” and “tool”
• The consequences of raising children in a world that sees them as just evolved animals—or self-defining machines

🎧 In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• How our definition of “human” shapes everything—from identity to justice to how we raise our kids
• What’s at stake when a society redefines freedom as “limitless choice” rather than living within God’s design
• How parents can reclaim and teach the biblical worldview—right in our homes, in everyday conversations
• Why our kids are in a truth crisis, and how to anchor them before the cultural current sweeps them away

 

🔥 Key Topics Include:

• The quiet cultural catastrophe of losing “load-bearing words”
• How radical autonomy is replacing sacred personhood
• Why the biblical concept of freedom is the only kind that truly liberates
• How to equip your kids to stand firm when truth is under siege

 

👤 Guest Spotlight: Scott Allen

President of the Disciple Nations Alliance, Scott is a leading voice on biblical worldview and cultural renewal. He’s trained leaders around the globe and authored several influential books, including Why Social Justice Is Not Biblical Justice and The Kingdom Unleashed. Scott brings decades of insight into how biblical truth transforms not just lives—but entire nations.

📚 Resources & Links:

• Disciple Nations Alliance
• Scott Allen’s Books
• Catherine Segars’ Free Resources
• Related Episode: Gender Identity—Can a 5'9 White Guy Be a 6'5 Chinese Woman?

🎯 Final Word:

If we want our children to flourish, we must fight to preserve the truth that made them free. This episode is not just a conversation—it’s a call to action. Because when we lose the words that built the West, we lose the future we hope to pass on.

Other Episode in this series:

Episode 153: The Words That Built the West: How the Bible Shaped Our Civilization

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Words build worlds. What happens when our most important words—truth, freedom, justice—are stripped of their biblical meaning? In this gripping episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine sits down with culture and worldview expert Scott Allen to reveal just how much is at stake when culture redefines the language that holds our families, communities, and even nations together.

Scott Allen is not only the president of the Disciple Nations Alliance, but also the best-selling author of Why Social Justice Is Not Biblical Justice, and the driving force behind the transformative new book 10 Words to Heal Our Broken World. With decades of global ministry experience, from Africa to Latin America and Asia, Scott has seen first-hand the link between the words we believe and the lives we lead.

This episode launches a powerful three-part series, exploring:

• “Load Bearing Words”: How pivotal Biblical concepts form the pillars of Western civilization—and what happens when those pillars are removed.
• Discipling People out of Poverty: A mind-blowing real-life story from Guatemala, where the introduction of a single biblical word, “dominion,” helped an entire village break free from generational poverty.
• Why the West Became Prosperous: Western nations didn’t prosper because God “loved certain nations more,” but because biblical concepts reshaped culture, education, and opportunity for all.
• The Crisis of Redefinition: The spiritual battle being waged over words, from “justice” to “freedom”—and how Christians can spot and resist counterfeits being pushed in popular culture, education, and even inside churches.
• The Importance of Words: How recovering the scriptural meaning behind our civilization’s foundational words is essential for both resisting cultural collapse and equipping the next generation of truth bearers.

Catherine and Scott invite parents to see themselves as stewards of these transformative, spiritual building blocks. As Scott warns, “If we lose the true meaning behind these words, we are going to lose all of the goodness they have produced.” But there is hope—by reclaiming these words in our homes and conversations, parents can still lay the foundations for flourishing families and cultures.

Are you ready to become a “truth bearer” for the next generation? Tune in to discover how reclaiming the true, biblical meaning of our most essential words can heal broken lives—and even heal a broken world.

Call to Action:
Parents, which “load bearing” word or biblical concept will you reinforce in your home this week? Share your story, start big conversations—and join us for the next episode as this essential conversation continues.

Guest Bio: Scott David Allen is an author and teacher on Christianity, culture, worldview, family, biblical justice, and poverty. He has authored and co-authored numerous books, including his bestselling Why Social Justice Is Not Biblical Justice: An Urgent Appeal to Fellow Christians in a Time of Social Crisis. He serves as president of the international discipleship ministry Disciple Nations Alliance. Previously, he spent 19 years with the Christian poverty alleviation organization Food for the Hungry. His work has taken him across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, equipping Christian leaders to embrace and live out a biblical worldview in faithfulness to Christ’s command to make disciples of all nations.

 

EPISODE RESOURCES:

10 Words to Heal Our Broken World: Restoring the Meaning of Our Most Important Words

Disciple Nations Alliance

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How do we raise kids who look beyond themselves and become true agents of generosity in a self-centered world?

In this heart-stirring episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine welcomes an extraordinary guest whose story proves that one small act of service can ignite a global movement. Luke Mickelson—founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace—shares how a simple urge to meet a need in his own community became a mission to ensure that “no kid sleeps on the floor in my town.”

What began as a Christmas service project in his garage alongside his children and Boy Scout group has since grown into a national nonprofit providing hundreds of thousands of beds—literal safe havens—for children in need.

Luke Mickelson’s journey began in a small Idaho town with an ordinary Saturday, a crisis of faith, and the realization that kids in his own community were literally sleeping on the floor. Instead of writing a check, Luke rolled up his sleeves, gathered some tools, and invited his own children—and a group of energetic Boy Scouts—to build a bed from scratch. That humble act of service didn’t just meet an immediate need, it filled a void in Luke’s life and eventually sparked a nationwide movement that has provided over 300,000 beds to kids in need.

Key insights and moments from this episode include:

• How parents can teach their kids generosity by modeling it and making service hands-on and family-focused
• The importance of taking ownership for the brokenness in our own communities—and the power of the motto, “No kid sleeps on the floor in my town”
• The surprising scope of child bedlessness in America—and why so few people are even aware this need exists
• What it feels like to step out in faith and put everything on the line for a God-inspired calling
• Why meaningful service is the antidote to the emptiness that so many parents and children feel
• How ordinary community members (including retirees, families, and youth groups) can get involved in building and delivering beds—or even start a Sleep in Heavenly Peace chapter
• Practical ways to help, from raising awareness, volunteering, donating, or simply showing up for one kid in your town

Luke's credentials as CNN’s Top 10 Hero, as well as his features on NBC News, PBS, and Mike Rowe’s Returning the Favor, uniquely position him to speak to the transformative power of hands-on generosity. His story is a forceful reminder that “God’s hands are your hands”—and that taking action, not just dreaming, is what transforms lives. Whether building beds, delivering hope, or finding creative ways for your family to serve, this conversation will equip and inspire you to become the hands and feet of Christ in your neighborhood.

Guest Bio: Luke Mickelson is the founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a nonprofit that builds and delivers beds to children in need. What started in his garage as a holiday project in 2012 has grown into a global movement, with over 350 chapters in four countries and more than 250,000 beds delivered. As the cause kept growing, Luke left an 18-year career to devote himself fully to the cause. SHP now has volunteers devoting 550,000 hours on average every year. Built on the belief that giving a bed is about more than comfort — it’s about dignity, purpose, and connection. 

Key Links:

• Learn more and get involved: shpbeds.org
• DONATE to SHP
• Watch Sleep in Heavenly Peace on Mike Rowe’s “Returning the Favor”
• Free parenting resources: [email protected]

Takeaway:
You don’t need to change the world—just meet a need around you with your kids by your side. Faith comes alive when paired with action, and generous families don’t just bless others…they find the fullness of life God intends.

Don’t miss this motivating and deeply practical conversation—perfect for families who want to model Christ’s love in real, tangible ways.

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God does not waste our brokenness—in fact, He weaves it into something beautiful. For Christian parents facing heartache, disability, or shattered expectations, this truth is not only comforting—it is transformative.

In this powerful “Best Of” episode, host Catherine shares one of her most beloved interviews with Andy Howard, author of When Words Don’t Come Easy and father to a daughter with profound special needs. Together, they wrestle with the question: How does God bring beauty from the most broken parts of our lives?

Andy recounts his family’s journey after their daughter Peyton’s diagnosis—her lifelong inability to walk or speak, and the deep despair that followed. Yet, through a moving moment on a beach, God showed Andy that He cherishes the broken as much as the whole. Peyton’s life, though different from what he imagined, has become a source of profound joy, purpose, and testimony, touching more lives than Andy ever expected.

Catherine and Andy also discuss critically needed ways Christians can support families with special needs: by offering acknowledgment, compassion, and connection—treating every child and parent with the dignity and attention they deserve.

Key Insights and Takeaways:

• The Beauty in Brokenness – God often reframes what the world calls “broken”; Peyton’s life exemplifies beauty, purpose, and joy, reminding us that divine value supersedes worldly milestones.
• A Call to Compassion – Andy offers practical advice for supporting special needs families: acknowledge them, approach them, and affirm the dignity and purpose of every child. A simple greeting or act of kindness can mean the world.
• Strength for the Journey – For parents wondering if they are “strong enough,” Andy reiterates that it’s not about innate strength, but about building on the foundation of Christ. “Keep your foundation on God, on Christ. No matter what comes your way, you can do it. You really can with His help.”
• Perspective and Purpose – While Andy once prayed for a viral miracle, God had a different plan. Today, Peyton’s quiet witness and Andy’s message of hope encourage families across the globe.

About Andy Howard:
For over 20 years, Andy Howard has served in ministry as a youth pastor and marriage ministry pastor. A passionate advocate for mental health awareness, Andy has personally walked through the valley of depression—at one point tipping the scales at 345 lbs. as he tried to cope with family trauma through food. But God had more in store.

Together with his wife Tiffany, Andy has lost over 350 lbs. combined and co-founded a transformational health coaching business called Taking Back My Life, helping thousands reclaim physical and emotional wellness. Andy is the host of the When Words Don’t Come Easy podcast and author of a book by the same name. He lives in Bryan, Texas with Tiffany and their three beautiful daughters: Payton, Parker, and Presley.

 

Resources Mentioned:

• Andy’s WEBSITE
• Andy’s podcast: When Words Don’t Come Easy
• Andy’s book: When Words Don’t Come Easy
• Catherine’s episode on Andy’s podcast: From Grief to Redemption: Catherine Segars’ Powerful Story of Faith, Love, and Redemption
• Download Catherine Segars’ free ebook for moms, “Beyond the Lies: Uncovering Five Myths Our Culture Spreads to Mothers,” at catherinesegars.com

For every parent walking through shadows, this conversation is a reminder: Your brokenness can become a testimony, and the hope of Christ is strong enough to transform any story.

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There are few things more painful than hearing God say no. Especially when we’re pleading—not for riches or success—but for healing. For hope. For our child.

We fast. We pray. We believe. We speak life over the situation. And still, the miracle doesn’t come… at least not the one we hoped for.

In this special Best Of archive episode from two years ago, we revisit a deeply moving conversation that is just as relevant today as the day it aired. This story is evergreen, because the struggle to understand God’s will in seasons of sorrow is one we all face—especially as parents.

My guest, Andy Howard, knows that struggle intimately. When his firstborn daughter, Payton, received a devastating diagnosis at Dallas Children’s Hospital, Andy’s world collapsed. The weight of that moment spiraled into a four-year battle with depression. But God didn’t leave him there.

In this first installment of our two-part conversation, Andy shares how God met him in the most unexpected and intimate ways in his darkest valley. You’ll hear:

• How Andy and his wife navigated a life-altering diagnosis

• The gut-wrenching process of accepting an answer from God that wasn’t what they prayed for

• The tender message God spoke to Andy in the midst of the heartbreak

• Why suffering doesn’t mean God has abandoned us—and how beauty can truly rise from brokenness

Next week, we’ll hear Part 2, where Andy shares the redemptive turn in his story, how Payton is doing today, and how we as the Church can come alongside special needs families with compassion and strength.

This episode will speak to the places in your heart that still carry questions. It’s a sacred story you don’t want to miss.

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About Andy Howard:
For over 20 years, Andy Howard has served in ministry as a youth pastor and marriage ministry pastor. A passionate advocate for mental health awareness, Andy has personally walked through the valley of depression—at one point tipping the scales at 345 lbs. as he tried to cope with family trauma through food. But God had more in store.

Together with his wife Tiffany, Andy has lost over 350 lbs. combined and co-founded a transformational health coaching business called Taking Back My Life, helping thousands reclaim physical and emotional wellness. Andy is the host of the When Words Don’t Come Easy podcast and author of a book by the same name. He lives in Bryan, Texas with Tiffany and their three beautiful daughters: Payton, Parker, and Presley.

Resources Mentioned:

• Andy’s WEBSITE

• Andy’s podcast: When Words Don’t Come Easy

• Andy’s book: When Words Don’t Come Easy

• Catherine’s episode on Andy’s podcast: From Grief to Redemption: Catherine Segars’ Powerful Story of Faith, Love, and Redemption

• CPCW Episode 66: “How Can A Good God Allow So Much Evil and Suffering in the World?” (w/ Dr. Douglas Groothuis)

Scriptures Referenced:

• Matthew 11:6

• Job 13:15

• Isaiah 61:1-4

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Nothing shakes the church—and Christian families—like the shattering fall of a trusted leader. With the recent explosive scandal surrounding the Newsboys and Michael Tait, this episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World tackles the urgent, sobering question: Why do so many Christian leaders keep falling, and how can parents respond and lead their families through the fallout of hypocrisy in the church?

In this must-listen episode, Catherine sat down with Adam Agee and Jeff Frankenstein of the Newsboys for what was meant to be a joyful, lighthearted Father’s Day special on faith, family, and legacy. Just hours after recording, devastating news of one of the biggest scandals in Christian music history broke—bringing the darker reality of double lives and hidden sin to center stage.

The conversation with Adam and Jeff dives into their lives as fathers, their experiences balancing family with the demands of a global touring band, and the multi-generational legacy of the Newsboys. They reflect on the influence of their own fathers, sharing powerful stories of integrity, faith, sacrifice, and steadfastness—qualities now more critical than ever in light of public failures within Christian circles.

Yet, as Catherine points out in her heartfelt message at the end of the episode, the discussion takes on new and poignant meaning: what does it mean to be authentic behind closed doors? How do we raise our children in a world where even spiritual heroes fall? And, ultimately, what must the Western church do to break the cycle of idolizing celebrities instead of worshiping Christ alone?

Episode highlights:

• The candid, behind-the-scenes reality of life in a band famous for its ministry and impact over forty years
• Jeff and Adam’s reflections on fatherhood, work-life balance, and lessons learned from their own dads
• A moving discussion of legacy—what truly matters when all the spotlight fades
• Catherine’s unfiltered, Spirit-led call to the church: a challenge to stop worshipping the gifts and start seeking the Giver, to reject celebrity culture, and to “climb the mountain” into God’s presence and holiness

The episode closes with a stirring reminder from Catherine: “We must rid ourselves of these idols and climb the mountain to worship the one true God.” Every parent, leader, and believer will find encouragement, conviction, and hope in the call to stop seeking our own glory and to, instead, turn our eyes upon Jesus.

Guest Bios:

• Adam Agee is Newsboys’ newest lead singer, formerly part of Audio Adrenaline and Stellar Kart, a veteran musician and devoted dad.
• Jeff Frankenstein has been the Newsboys’ keyboardist for over thirty years, a father of five, and a thoughtful leader both on and off stage.

Takeaways:

• How Christian parents can help their kids process the pain of public scandal and hypocrisy in the church
• Why integrity at home—and in private—is the cornerstone of spiritual legacy
• A biblical reminder that the Western church must stop elevating personalities and start seeking God’s presence above all

For listeners shaken or disillusioned by recent events in the church, this episode delivers both realism and a rallying cry to return to Christ—our only true foundation and fortress.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

EXCLUSIVE: Former Newsboys Frontman Michael Tait Accused of Sexual Assault, Grooming, and Substance Abuse, Dating Back to 2004 by Jessica Morris, The Roys Report

Michael Tait Admits to “Living Two Distinctly Different Lives,” Involving Cocaine and Sexual Assault by Jessica Morris, The Roys Report

K-LOVE Pulls Newsboys and DC Talk From Rotation Following Tait Sex Abuse Allegations by Jessica Morris, The Roys Report

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When the world feels upside down, Christian parents are called to stand firm—but what happens when the very systems meant to protect our children threaten their bodies, minds, and hearts?

Catherine sits down with Leigh-Allyn Baker—former Disney star turned medical freedom advocate and children’s author—to unpack one of the most divisive and urgent issues facing families today: how to safeguard our kids’ health and souls in a culture that often disregards parental rights, pushes conformity, and floods young minds with spiritually corrosive media.

Key Highlights from This Episode:

• The Battle for Medical Freedom: Leigh-Allyn details her family’s experience with vaccine injury, the shocking aftermath, and why she fled California to protect her children from mandates and discrimination.
• When Standing Up Comes with a Price: Hear Leigh-Allyn’s account of going viral after speaking to a Tennessee school board—only to be publicly labeled a “domestic terrorist.”
• What Parents Aren’t Being Told: Learn why informed consent is more important than ever—from questionable laws stripping exemptions, to stories that never make the news.
• A Deeper Look at “Safe” Expert Advice: Featuring an eye-opening segment with Dr. Marty MaKary on how misguided medical recommendations (like those that caused America’s peanut allergy epidemic) remind us to question everything.
• Guarding Kids' Hearts AND Minds: Leigh-Allyn shares the transformation in her own faith, how “what you let into your body and your spirit” truly matters, and the link between physical and spiritual health.
• Raising Kids with Courage: Discover Leigh Allyn’s new book, One Small Little Voice, and her work with Kirk Cameron on Iggy and Mr. Kirk—a wholesome, biblical kids’ show designed to counteract Hollywood’s harmful messages.
• Why CONTENT Matters: Understand the real agenda behind children’s programming today—and what you can do to fill your child’s mind with truth and light.

Why This Conversation Matters:
In an era when every sphere—from schools to screens—competes for our children’s hearts, Christian parents can’t afford to be passive or uninformed. This episode is both a wake-up call and a roadmap: Stand up. Ask questions. Protect your rights. And above all, pour godly wisdom, beauty, and love into the next generation.

About the Guest: Leigh-Allyn Baker is an American actress. She had recurring roles on Charmed and Will & Grace, and a starring role as mother Amy Duncan on the Disney Channel sitcom Good Luck Charlie. After leaving California, she became an outspoken advocate for parental rights and medical freedom, drawing on her own family’s journey through vaccine injury. Now based in Tennessee, she has teamed up with Brave Books to release One Small Little Voice and is starring with Kirk Cameron in “Iggy and Mr. Kirk.”

Episode Resources:

One Small Little Voice by Leigh Allyn Baker

Brave Books

Brave Streaming Service

“Iggy and Mr. Kirk” Episode 1, Episode 2, Episode 3

Leigh-Allyn’s Viral School Board Meeting

“Exposing the Truth about Peanut Allergies” The Megyn Kelly Show

Blind Spots by Dr. Marty Makary

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What if a 2,700-year-old prophecy could explain the chaos in America today—and offer your family a roadmap to understand our times?

If you’ve ever wondered whether Scripture speaks to the headlines—or how to make biblical prophecy compelling and relatable for the next generation—this episode is for you.

Catherine welcomes back internationally acclaimed best-selling author and prophetic voice Jonathan Cahn for a powerful conversation that bridges ancient truth with modern turmoil. Known by many as one of the most influential Christian leaders of our time, Jonathan returns to discuss the reimagining of his groundbreaking book The Harbinger—a New York Times bestseller for over 100 weeks—now released as a stunning, fully illustrated graphic novel designed to captivate a new generation.

Together, Catherine and Jonathan explore why biblical prophecy isn’t just a theological niche—it’s a vital tool for apologetics and a faith-building resource for parents and teens alike. With clarity and conviction, Jonathan unveils the uncanny and often chilling ways that the prophetic patterns of ancient Israel are unfolding in America today.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The shocking biblical parallels between Israel’s fall and America’s spiritual decline
• How prophecy can transform your family’s faith and spark meaningful dialogue with your teens
• Why modern-day prophetic fulfillment serves as a powerful and often overlooked defense of the Christian faith

Jonathan shares how specific warnings from Scripture—originally spoken to ancient Israel—are now echoing in America through real-world events, political acts, and public declarations. These harbingers manifest in physical objects and moments of national significance—often through leaders who are unaware they are echoing the voice of God.

From the fallen sycamore tree at Ground Zero to prophetic utterances on Capitol Hill, this conversation builds a compelling case for the supernatural accuracy of God’s Word.

Don’t miss these unforgettable moments:

• Jonathan’s miraculous journey from never having written a book to penning The Harbinger, and the prophetic confirmations that guided him
• The jaw-dropping fact that Isaiah 9:10—the very verse warning of judgment—was the daily reading in the One Year Bible on September 11th… sixteen years before 9/11
• A powerful discussion about America’s current “window of opportunity” for revival—and how humility, repentance, and prayer are key to changing the course of our nation

Jonathan delivers a sobering reminder:

“If we change the laws but don’t change the people, the unchanged people will change the laws back… The only thing that can save America is repentance and revival.”

And Catherine challenges parents to respond with faith, not fear:

“The signs of the times are not a cause to be afraid, but a call to return.”

As you listen, ask yourself:
What might God be saying to your family through the shaking of our times?
How can you use prophecy—not only to defend your faith—but to plant seeds of unshakable hope in your children’s hearts?

About the guest: Jonathan Cahn has been named along with Billy Graham as one of the top spiritual leaders to have radically impacted our world in modern times. He has spoken at the United Nations, on Capitol Hill, to members of Congress, and to millions around the world. Every one of his books, starting with The Harbinger onward, has become a New York Times bestseller. He is recognized as a prophetic voice for our times. His teachings and prophetic words on YouTube have received over 100 million views. He leads Beth Israel at the Jerusalem Center in Wayne, New Jersey, and Hope of the World ministry, a world outreach of God’s Word and compassion to the world’s most needy.

Episode Resources:

The Harbinger: A Graphic Novel (June 3, 2025)

The Dragon's Prophecy: Israel, the Dark Resurrection, and the End of Days

The Return of the Gods

Beth Israel Worship Center

Hope of the World Ministries

 

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