Social media is reshaping the inner life of a generation, and the numbers prove it. This episode forces a hard audit of the heart. Envy, insecurity, comparison, identity distortion, and spiritual erosion accelerate when the phone becomes the primary window we look through.

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Being a mom of little ones can make time in God’s Word feel impossible. Between sleepless nights, crying toddlers, and endless dishes, how do you stay spiritually grounded when life never slows down?

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Not every wrong action from a child is rebellion. Sometimes it’s simple immaturity, other times it’s outright defiance. In this episode, we look at what the Bible says about folly versus rebellion, how parents can discern the difference, and why using clear, consistent consequences helps guide children toward wisdom and godliness.

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Gentle parenting claims children are inherently good and discipline should be avoided, but the Bible says children are born with a sin nature and need loving correction. In this episode, we contrast gentle parenting with God’s design, showing how Scripture calls parents to guide, correct, and train their children toward holiness and godliness. 

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What books should every Christian couple have on their shelf? In this episode, we share our top recommendations for men, women, and couples, covering discipleship, marriage, parenting, and spiritual growth. From classics like Pilgrim’s Progress and Knowing God to practical guides like Disciplines of a Godly Man and The Excellent Wife, discover resources that will strengthen your faith, your marriage, and your family legacy.

Books mentioned:
For Men:
Disciplines of a Godly Man — R. Kent Hughes
Knowing God — J. I. Packer
The Pilgrim’s Progress — John Bunyan

For Women:
The Excellent Wife — Martha Peace
From Pride to Humility — Stuart Scott
Stepping Heavenward — Elizabeth Prentiss

For Couples:
The Complete Husband — Lou Priolo
I Still Do — Dave Harvey
When Sinners Say I Do — Dave Harvey
Shepherding a Child’s Heart — Tedd Tripp
By Life or by Death: The Life and Legacy of John and Betty Stam — Vance Christie

Additional Mentions:
This Momentary Marriage — John Piper
The Tapestry — Edith Schaeffer
Mere Christianity — C. S. Lewis
Total Truth — Nancy Pearcey
Susie: The Life and Legacy of Susannah Spurgeon — Ray Rhodes
The Art of Divine Contentment — Thomas Watson
When People Are Big and God Is Small — Edward Welch
People Pleasing: Overcoming the Fear of Man — Lou Priolo
Fighting Fear with Fear — Edward Welch
Writings by Elisabeth Elliot

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Marriage vows are tested most deeply in sickness. In this episode, we share our own journey of walking through illness, the sacrifices it requires, and how to love your spouse when they can no longer give back. Be encouraged to keep your vows faithfully, find strength in God’s Word, and cherish the covenant you made, “in sickness and in health."

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What happens when a structured “doer” marries a spontaneous “dreamer”? Personality differences can enrich your marriage, or cause constant frustration. In this episode, Tony and Bre share biblical wisdom on how to understand your spouse, embrace your differences, and avoid the common mistake of excusing sin as “just the way I am.”

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Public schools in California and other progressive states are no longer simply teaching academics, they’re actively stripping parents of their God-given role. From hiding critical information about gender identity, to promoting LGBT curriculum, to allowing abortion pills for minors without parental consent, the state is claiming authority over your children’s hearts, minds, and bodies. 

In this episode of Date Night with the Woods, we unpack the biblical mandate for parents to be the primary disciplers of their children (Deuteronomy 6, Proverbs 22, Ephesians 6), and we expose how modern legislation is undermining that role. We’ll also share practical options for homeschooling, private schooling, and church-based education, and encourage moms and dads who feel overwhelmed by this fight.

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Amber Smith shares a heartfelt message on what it truly means to be a wife through adversity and trial. Drawing from her own journey of deep loss and faith, Amber contrasts the myth of “happily ever after” with the truth of Christ’s sustaining grace. In this powerful talk, she encourages women to endure, to hold fast to their covenant, and to keep their eyes on Jesus in the midst of hardship.

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Being a biblical wife isn’t always easy, especially when your husband isn’t leading as he should. In this special episode of Date Night with the Woods, recorded during the Women’s Breakout Session at our ONE Conference, GraceAnna Castleberry shares a heartfelt and practical message on how women can honor the Lord in their marriages, even in less-than-ideal circumstances.

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