In this episode, Diane Moore shares practical strategies and biblical tools to help parents raise morally mature children—kids who make wise choices even when no one is watching. Drawing from God's design for human development, Diane explains how parents can assess where their children are in their moral growth and guide them to the next stage.

She also encourages parents to view challenges as opportunities and shares examples of her “coffee shop talks”—real-life discussions that help children learn to make godly decisions.

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Scripture Reference:
Ephesians 6:4 – “And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”

Bekah Buchterkirchen’s greatest calling is being an apprentice to the life and teachings of Jesus. As a wife to her college sweetheart-turned-pastor and a loving mama to two young children, she draws from her own experiences to encourage others to cultivate joy and faith in every season. Through vulnerable storytelling and thoughtful hospitality, she invites readers to encounter God’s presence in the beautiful chaos of motherhood and everyday life. With a background in communication and nonprofit work, she currently resides in the Pacific Northwest, where she can often be found with a craft coffee in hand or sharing a meal with friends. Obtain her book here!

Psalm 1:2-3

New International Version

2 but whose delight is in the law of the Lord,
     and who meditates on his law day and night.
 3 That person is like a tree planted by streams of water,
     which yields its fruit in season
 and whose leaf does not wither—
     whatever they do prospers.

Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance at Biola University, leads several academic programs at the Crowell School of Business where students are trained in the art and science of personal financial planning. His research interests include the theology of financial planning, faith-driven investing, and behavioral finance. Enete is married to Tammy, and is father to Sage and Silas. He enjoys any activity near the beach, or in the water, including surfing, swimming, beach volleyball, and triathlons.

Check his through the Bible podcast for kids on finance and his latest book, Whole Hearted Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy through the preceding links.

Malachi 3:10

10 Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.

Dr. Brian Dembowczyk draws from his experience as a parent, family pastor, and curriculum leader, to write, speak, and teach mostly with an eye on helping equip parents, grandparents, and churches to disciple children and teens faithfully and deeply. Brian served in a parachurch ministry and local church ministry for twenty years before transitioning to the publishing field. His wife Tara is a licensed mental health therapist, and with their three teenage children, they live in Middle Tennessee. Check out the book discussed in today’s podcast here: Family Discipleship that Works

2 Timothy 2:15, KJV States, "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."

Dr. Ben Shaw has been working with Dr. Gary R. Habermas for over a decade doing philosophical, historical, and theological research while also publishing multiple works together. Additionally, part of his responsibilities was to minister to various people who had questions about Christianity: disciples, doubters, and skeptics. Dr. Shaw has authored or co-authored over two dozen publications and has given presentations at conferences and universities. He has taught at Liberty University and Colorado Christian University. Ben has just released a new book with IVP Academic, Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament. Order Here  

While pursuing his academic work, Ben worked in the insurance industry and eventually became the company's Vice President of Marketing and Development. He has also obtained a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has been married to Rachel for fifteen years. She trains jiu jitsu with him and they have three children (Brooks, Halle, and Banks). He is passionate about discipleship as he grew up in S. Florida and desired to know more about God but found it difficult to find people who could help disciple him. 

The Thaddeus Williams book mentioned today was Don’t Follow Your Heart. 

John 8:31-32 NIV

31 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Dr. Arianna Molloy is mom, and wife, and a Communication professor at Biola University, where she designs and teaches Organizational Communication courses. She has also partnered with Biola’s Office of Faculty Advancement, leading the Pedagogy Development Consulting program. She views her role as a professor through the lens of being a mentor who loves to learn.

Her research focuses on meaningful work, work as a calling, and the link between humility and burnout, with publications in premier journals such as the International Journal of Business Communication and Communication Studies. One of her collaborations won “Article of the Year” in the Journal of Management, Spirituality, and Religion.

Check out her book here.

Matthew 11:28-29 NIV

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

Michael C. Sherrard is the President of Apologetics, Inc., (formerly the C.S. Lewis Society). Apologetics, Inc. exists to make disciples and show the world the truth, goodness, and beauty of Jesus Christ.

In 2004, he lucked out and married Terri Anna, formerly Watts. Living in Peachtree City, Georgia, with their five crazy kids, they attempt to make it through each day as they overcome severe sleep deprivation. 

Mike is the author of Relational Apologetics: Defending the Christian Faith with Holiness, Respect, and Truth (2015 Kregel) and Why You Matter: How Your Quest for Meaning is Meaningless Without God (2021 Baker). In addition, he has written articles for the CSB Apologetics Study Bible for Students, the Christian Research Journal, and The Stream.

1 Corinthians 2:4

And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power,

Dr. Michelle Anthony is the Executive Pastor of Families at New Life Church and Dean of Familymin Academy. She is the author of Spiritual Parenting,The Big God Story, Becoming a Spiritually Healthy Family, A Theology of Familiy Ministry and her newest book, 7 Family Ministry Essentials. Michelle has over 30 years of church ministry and leadership experience in children’s and family ministries and graduate degrees in Christian Education, Bible and Theology from Talbot School of Theology and and her doctorate of Education from Southern Seminary. 

Romans 8:26 NIV

“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.”

Ron Simmons also known as dad to Alley Beth Stucky, Daniel and Justin, is the current Chairman of the Board of Texas Mutual Insurance Company, co-founder and former Chairman and CEO of Retirement Advisors of America, and three-term Texas Representative, Hon. Ron Simmons’ latest venture is sharing his story and actionable insights to help others live a happier, more fulfilled life.

ronsimmons.com/purchase-book

Proverbs 22:29

Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.

Today’s guest encouraged critical thinking in our young people and provided practical steps to achieve it. 

Listen to Kathy’s podcast here.

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Ephesians 5:15 

"See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil"