Bookish Talks with Lia

Helping Kids Build Their Identity in Christ with Jonathan Holmes


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In this episode of Bookish Talks with Lia, Lia Ross sits down with Jonathan Holmes, Founder and Executive Director of Fieldstone Counseling, to discuss how parents can help their children build a Christ-centered identity. Drawing from his experience in biblical counseling and insights from his new book, Grounded in Grace, Jonathan offers practical guidance on navigating the pressures teens face today.


Even if you don’t have children, this episode is still relevant, as Jonathan addresses the extremes of mental health within Christian culture and the importance of a balanced, biblical approach.

Episode Highlights:

  • Jonathan’s journey into biblical counseling and its unique benefits.
  • Guiding children to root their identity in Christ, not societal pressures.
  • Addressing mental health extremes—spiritual avoidance vs. secular thinking—and the balance biblical counseling offers.
  • Practical tools for reinforcing a Christ-centered identity and the church’s role in supporting families.

  • Connect with Jonathan: Follow Jonathan on Instagram: @akjonathanholmes

    Order your copy of Jonathan’ Holmes’ new book Grounded in Grace: Helping Kids Build Their Identity in Christ

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    Books Mentioned in this Episode:

    -The Company We Keep: In Search of Biblical Friendship by Jonathan Holmes

    -Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age by Melissa Kruger 

    -Holiness by Grace: Delighting in the Joy That Is Our Strength by Bryan Chapell

    -Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands: People in Need of Change, Helping People in Need of Change by Paul David Tripp 

    -Confessions by St. Augustine 

    -Together Is a Beautiful Place: Finding, Keeping, and Loving Our Friends by Bailey T. Hurley



    Looking for virtual biblical counseling?


    Check out Fieldstone Counseling: https://fieldstonecounseling.org

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