If you have a “baby” of the family, you know how easy it is to treat them a little differently.

Maybe the rules aren't quite as strict. Maybe you do things for them that their older siblings had to do for themselves. Maybe you still look at them and think, But they're my baby.

We get it — because we're living it too.

In this episode of the House of Roberts Podcast, we're talking about how to intentionally parent the youngest child in your family without accidentally keeping them dependent, underdeveloped, or simply “along for the ride.”

We share some of the adjustments we're making with our own youngest — from giving him real responsibility and a place on the family team, to teaching independence, raising expectations, and using our words to call him toward who God created him to become.

Because the goal isn't just to enjoy who our children are today. It's also to have a God-given vision for who they're becoming.

If you're raising the baby of the family — whether they're 5, 10, or already a teenager — this conversation will encourage you to love them deeply without being afraid to require something of them.

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Some kids argue about everything. Others feel everything.

If you're raising a child who is emotional, deeply sensitive, compassionate, or easily overwhelmed, this episode is for you.

As parents, it's easy to mistake sensitivity for weakness or assume our job is to toughen our children up. But what if God designed some children to experience the world differently? What if their sensitivity is actually one of their greatest strengths?

In this episode, Michael and Gabrielle share what they're learning from raising one of their own children who is naturally sensitive, emotionally aware, and deeply discerning. They discuss how to help these kids process their emotions without being controlled by them, why Scripture and prayer are essential anchors, and how parents can cultivate the unique gifts God has placed inside their children instead of accidentally shutting them down.

Whether your child cries easily, notices everything, carries the burdens of others, or simply feels life more deeply than their siblings, you'll leave this conversation with practical encouragement and biblical wisdom to help them flourish.

In this episode you'll learn:
• How to recognize the difference between emotional immaturity and God-given sensitivity.
• Why emotions should inform us—but never lead us.
• How discernment and sensitivity often go hand in hand.
• Why sensitive children need to be taught to pray, not just process.
• Practical ways to parent without crushing your child's unique design.

Your child's sensitivity may not be something to fix—it may be something God wants you to faithfully develop.

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Every marriage will face difficult seasons. The question isn't if—it's how you'll walk through them together.

In this episode, Michael and Gabrielle share practical, biblical encouragement for couples navigating disappointment, uncertainty, stress, sickness, financial pressure, and the unexpected challenges life brings.

Together they discuss:

• Why remembering God's faithfulness builds faith for today
• How Scripture becomes an anchor when emotions feel overwhelming
• Why prayer is more important in hard seasons than ever before
• What it means to know God as your Father in life's hardest moments
• How sharing your faith stories strengthens both your marriage and your children

If you're walking through a difficult season right now, our prayer is that this conversation reminds you that God is faithful, He is present, and you don't have to carry the weight alone.

We pray this episode encourages, equips, and inspires you to keep trusting God—and to keep walking together.

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Getting engaged is exciting—but don't let the excitement rush you past the conversations that matter most.

In this episode, Michael and Gabrielle talk about the season before marriage and why the healthiest couples prepare long before a ring is ever on a finger. They discuss the importance of pre-engagement conversations, seeking wisdom from trusted mentors, identifying potential red flags, and making sure you're moving in the same direction before making one of the biggest decisions of your life.

Whether you're dating, engaged, married, or have children who will one day be in this season, this conversation will help you understand God's design for choosing a spouse with wisdom instead of emotion.

Because after your decision to follow Jesus, who you marry is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make.

If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who's dating or preparing for marriage.

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If your child is strong-willed, stubborn, or constantly pushing boundaries, you're not alone—and you aren't raising a "bad kid."

In this episode of the House of Roberts Podcast, Michael and Gabrielle talk honestly about parenting strong-willed children from their own experience. They discuss why determination and persistence can actually be God-given gifts, how weak parenting gets exposed by strong-willed kids, and why consistency, consequences, and coaching matter more than control.

You'll also hear practical encouragement on how to discipline without crushing your child's spirit, speak life into their identity, and partner with the Holy Spirit through one of parenting's biggest challenges.

Strong-willed children don't need their leadership broken—they need it shaped.

Whether you're in the toddler years or navigating teenagers, this conversation will encourage and equip you to parent with wisdom, strength, and grace.

If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent who could use some hope today.

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Every Christian couple knows prayer matters—but if we're honest, praying together can feel awkward.In this episode of the House of Roberts Podcast, Michael and Gabrielle have an honest conversation about one of the most overlooked habits in marriage: praying together. They unpack the biggest reasons couples avoid it, answer the pushback they've heard from countless marriages, and share simple, practical ways to begin—even if you've never prayed together before.Whether you've been married for six months or sixty years, this conversation will encourage you to move past the awkwardness and discover the unity, peace, and intimacy that God designed prayer to bring into your home.In this episode, you'll hear:• Why praying together often feels uncomfortable• How to overcome the awkwardness• What to do if you don't know what to pray• Why Scripture is one of the best places to begin• Simple first steps any couple can take this week• How prayer strengthens unity and invites God into your marriageOur mission at House of Roberts is to encourage, equip, and inspire families to build Christ-centered homes that thrive.If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another couple who could use the encouragement.Watch the full conversation on YouTube and follow along for weekly episodes every Wednesday.Resources Mentioned:• Matthew 6:9–13 (The Lord's Prayer)• Psalm 91• Lamentations 3:21–27If you're struggling to know where to begin, start by praying Scripture together.#HouseOfRoberts #ChristianMarriage #Marriage #MarriageGoals #MarriageAdvice #MarriagePodcast #HealthyMarriage #GodlyMarriage #MarriageMatters #MarriageEncouragement #PrayTogether #CouplesWhoPrayTogether #PrayerChangesThings #FaithAndFamily #ChristianCouples #BiblicalMarriage #ChristCenteredMarriage #MarriageMinistry #ChristianLiving #FaithOverFear #FamilyFirst #ChristianFamily #StrongFamilies #BiblicalTruth #HomeMinistry #Podcast #ChristianPodcast #FamilyPodcast #ChristianContent #EncourageEquipInspire

One of the most important conversations you'll ever have with your child is also one of the most intimidating.

In this episode of the House of Roberts Podcast, we share a very personal parenting milestone as Michael talks about having "the talk" with our oldest son for the first time.

How do you know when your child is ready? What should you say? How much information is too much? And how do you create an ongoing conversation instead of one awkward moment?

We discuss why parents should lead these conversations before culture does, how to approach them with both wisdom and biblical truth, and why preparing your children for adulthood begins long before they're adults.

We also talk about:

• Why one-on-one time with your children matters

• Helping children navigate new seasons of life

• Raising confident sons and daughters

• Why consistency builds security

• Creating intentional moments that shape your children's future

• Practical advice for having difficult conversations with your kids

At House of Roberts, our mission is to encourage, equip, and inspire families to build Christ-centered homes that thrive.

If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent.

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One of the most important conversations you'll ever have with your child is also one of the most intimidating.

In this episode of the House of Roberts Podcast, we share a very personal parenting milestone as Michael talks about having "the talk" with our oldest son for the first time.

How do you know when your child is ready? What should you say? How much information is too much? And how do you create an ongoing conversation instead of one awkward moment?

We discuss why parents should lead these conversations before culture does, how to approach them with both wisdom and biblical truth, and why preparing your children for adulthood begins long before they're adults.

We also talk about:
• Why one-on-one time with your children matters
• Helping children navigate new seasons of life
• Raising confident sons and daughters
• Why consistency builds security
• Creating intentional moments that shape your children's future
• Practical advice for having difficult conversations with your kids

At House of Roberts, our mission is to encourage, equip, and inspire families to build Christ-centered homes that thrive.

If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent.

#HouseOfRoberts #HouseOfRobertsPodcast #ChristianParenting #IntentionalParenting #BiblicalParenting #ParentingWithPurpose #FamilyDiscipleship #ChristianFamily #FaithFilledFamily #FamilyLeadership #ParentingTips #RaiseThemWell #NextGeneration #RaisingGodlyKids #ChristCenteredHome

How do you raise kids who can handle adversity, overcome challenges, and keep moving forward when life gets hard?

In Part 2 of this conversation, Michael and Gabrielle continue exploring one of their core parenting values: raising resilient, strong, and faith-filled children.

From the words we speak over our kids to the environments we expose them to, every day presents opportunities to help our children develop confidence, character, and perseverance. The goal isn't to remove every challenge from their lives—it's to equip them to navigate challenges well.

Drawing from personal parenting stories, youth sports experiences, biblical principles, and lessons they've learned along the way, Michael and Gabrielle discuss practical ways parents can help their children develop resilience and strength that will serve them for a lifetime.

In this episode:
• Why your words have the power to shape your child's identity
• Teaching kids to own their mistakes and take responsibility
• Helping children handle disappointment and adversity
• The difference between building confidence and creating pressure
• Why resilience grows through challenges
• The importance of exposing kids to new experiences
• How parents set the emotional temperature for difficult moments
• Why partnering with the Holy Spirit is essential in parenting

Raising resilient kids isn't about making them harder—it's about helping them become stronger, wiser, and more confident in who God created them to be.

Because one day your children will face challenges without you beside them, and the strength you're building today will help carry them through tomorrow.

What does it take to raise resilient kids in a fragile world?

In Part 1 of this conversation, Michael and Gabrielle discuss one of the most important goals they have as parents: raising children who are strong, resilient, and able to navigate life's challenges with confidence and faith.

From scraped knees and childhood setbacks to bigger disappointments and unexpected hardships, children are constantly learning how to respond to adversity. The question is: where are they learning it from?

Drawing from personal stories, parenting experiences, and biblical principles, Michael and Gabrielle explore how parents often set the emotional temperature for their children and why resilience is something that can be intentionally developed over time.

In this episode:
• Why resilience is a critical character trait for children
• The role parents play in shaping a child's response to adversity
• How overreacting can unintentionally create fear and anxiety
• Teaching kids to solve problems instead of avoiding them
• Why confidence grows through challenges
• The importance of emotional stability during difficult moments
• How faith and resilience work together

If you're raising children in today's culture and want to equip them to handle challenges, disappointments, and setbacks well, this conversation is for you.

Because one day your children will face obstacles you can't remove—and one of the greatest gifts you can give them is the ability to get back up again.