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Intentional Parenting, Discipling Our Children, Refining Through Challenges


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In today's episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron and Jennifer Smith return together to share powerful insights from their family life. As parents of six children, they discuss their intentional approach to parenting, how they're preparing their children for life's challenges through the Word of God, and the refining process they've experienced in their marriage through recent challenges. They also share exciting news about their new children's books and reflect on seven years of podcast ministry.

In this heartfelt conversation, we explore:

  • How setting aside intentional one-on-one time with each child creates space for meaningful spiritual growth
  • The power of asking questions instead of only pointing out character issues with our children
  • Why preparing our children with the gospel equips them for life's "winter seasons" of hardship
  • How Scripture familiarity creates a foundation children can return to in adulthood
  • The importance of humility and self-reflection in personal and marriage growth
  • Ways that challenges and hardships serve as refining opportunities for couples
  • The impact of praying together during emotionally challenging seasons
  • How God uses devotional practices to reveal areas where we need to grow

Whether you're a parent seeking practical ways to disciple your children, a couple walking through a refining season, or simply looking for encouragement in your spiritual journey, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and real-life examples for growing together in faith.

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Connect with Aaron and Jennifer Smith:

  • New Children's Books: "This is How You Love Your Mommy" and "This is How You Love Your Daddy" (Available on Amazon) https://amzn.to/41fFtfp
  • Experiencing God Devotional by Henry Blackaby (Recommended resource)
  • https://amzn.to/4klshP5

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