House on Fire: An Austin Oaks Church Parenting Podcast

Jeremy and Kourtney Oliver share with us how they stay focused on being simply about Jesus as a family. Many things can keep us from the path of making much of Christ in our homes. They share their story with us and how they keep fighting to keep Christ at the center of their home. 

Peter and Rebecca Smykla share their story of the education choices they chose for their kids/teenagers and why. Many education options exist and it can be overwhelming for some to choose the best fit for their family. Taking the time to discover the values that drive your families decision will help determine the “why” behind your choice. 

Kirsten Hoffman joins us to help us understand how to speak words of truth to our children/teenagers. We have the God given ability to use words of truth to empower and build up others; to motivate and empower them to seek God's calling in their life. We value providing opportunities as a church body to guide parents to speak a blessing over those they love. We pray it will be done every day in homes all over our city. 

Molly Martin and Morgan Niermann, the small group leaders of the senior ladies small group, share how they have been blessed to be mentored by others and to mentor the next generation. Having others speak into the lives of your children and teenagers is a biblical blessing that brings great joy and fruit to the lives of those we love. 

Newton and Maggie share their life with us as they raise their 3 teenagers in a multi-generation and Asian-American home. 

Jerry & Pat James talk about their experience raising their children and now as grandparents how they love on their grandchildren. 

Josh and Michelle Hagens share with us their journey of understanding Gods design for them as parents and how to point their children to the Gospel of Christ even when they discipline them.

Kalister & Ilima are expecting their first child.  Enjoy the conversation we had about the excitement, fears, and the amazing things that come with being a first time parent. 

Pastor BJ and his wife Louisa discuss what success looks like for their family and three boys. We must understand what God desires for our children not just what we desire for them.

Let's set an example to our kids/teenagers that we desire to glorify God by going to church together! May we be worthy of imitation. Grateful for Seth and Danalee McConkey sharing their hearts with us.