LC Parents Podcast

Join us as we uncover in-depth conversations about our curriculum, heartwarming stories, and share the inspiring moments that make LifeKids and Switch an integral part of our church family. Together, let's celebrate the journey of faith and family as we navigate the joys and challenges of raising a generation rooted in love, purpose, and a deep connection with their Creator.

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In this podcast, Ally Evans and Dr. Tim Elmore share different stories of young people doing amazing things that have influenced many people even to this day. You can find Dr. Elmore’s new book, I Can’t Wait, on Amazon! 

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Just in time to head back to school, pastors Ally Evans and Will Hutcherson are discussing a topic that is heavy on many hearts right now: anxiety. Anxiety is a normal human response to stress, but sometimes it takes more control over us than we would like. 

In this episode, Will walks us through common lies anxiety tells us and equips us as parents to combat these lies. Will and Dr. Chinwe Williams' brand new book, Beyond the Spiral,  is written both for students and parents. This resource is designed to help students break free of the stronghold of anxiety with Biblical principles and practical action steps. You'll definitely want to tune in for this one!

1. As you listen, be sure to check out the episode discussion guide. These guides are created specifically for parents to go through with other parents, because no one should navigate anxiety alone. Grab a friend or dig into this content with your LifeGroup this week!
2. You might recognize Will's name from LC Parents Episode #14, How to Help your Kids Emotionally Exhale.
3. Invite others in. Will's YouVersion Bible Plan, Seen  is a great way to connect with others and learn how we can support our students together.

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This month, Ally Evans and Tracy Foster are talking about how to do something that has never been done before—raise a generation of digital natives. You don't want to miss this conversation on setting the stage for the use of technology, the effects of video games on our kids' brains, and how to connect with our kids over what they are passionate about. What if video games are not the enemy and instead, an opportunity to build empathy and develop intentionally?

1. Don’t do this alone. We are meant to be in community. Start or join a LifeGroup and work through the discussion guide today, because we need one other to raise digital natives! Check out existing LifeGroups at go2.lc/lifegroups

2. Invite a few friends to go through the Bible Plan, Showing Empathy on YouVersion. The first step to helping our kids regulate themselves is to empathize with them right where they are.

3. Discover all the amazing resources available for your family and LifeGroup at westartnow.org

4. Consider using the Video Game Decision Tree to help create clarity around gaming at home!

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Time to tap into the ever-elusive minds of teenagers! On this episode, Next Generation Research Specialist, Kara Powell, chats with Ally Evans about the three biggest questions that our teenagers—and really all of us—are asking. They discuss where our kids are looking for answers and how we can help them process in light of the truth found in Jesus. 

1. Don’t do this alone. We are meant to be in community. Start or join a LifeGroup and work through the discussion guide today, because we need each other! Check out existing LifeGroups at go2.lc/lifegroups.

2. Invite a few friends to go through the Bible Plan, Showing Empathy, on YouVersion. The first step to helping our kids process these questions is fully empathizing with why they are asking.

3. Pick up a copy of Kara’s book, Three Big Questions that Change Every Teenager, today!

4. LC Parents is on Spotify! If this month’s episode was helpful to you, share it with friends today! 

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. It is critical to bring attention to the victories and struggles that families with kids who have special needs experience. Join Ally and Sherry as they talk about who needs to be advocated for, how to speak up for yourself, and what it looks like to step past the fear of saying or doing the wrong thing in order to love people who really just want to be seen. 

Resources and Next Steps: 

1. Don’t do this alone. Whether you have a child with special needs or not, engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through your questions and challenges together. You can find a group near you at go2.lc/lifegroups.

2. Look into the resources at church4everychild.org for ideas on how to partner with your church and the families who are a part of it with you.

3. Encourage your family to engage with Scripture using the Bible App for Kids!

4. If you are a mom, check out Sherry’s book: Brave Mom: Facing and Overcoming Your Real Mom Fears.

5. If you have a child with special needs, connect with your LifeKids or Switch Pastor about LifeKids Buddies or Switch Support. 

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On this episode, Ally and Michelle address blended families and our internal narratives. Whether you are part of a blended family or not, this discussion reminds us all to stay rooted in the right things—not the drama going on around us, but God's Truth for us. 

• Don’t do this alone. Whether you have a blended family or not, engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through your questions and challenges together. You can find a group near you at go2.lc/lifegroups.
• Work through the episode discussion guide with your LifeGroup. 
• Remember your Source by staying rooted in the right things. Start the Bible Plan, Blend: Strengthen Your Family, on YouVersion today!
• If you are part of a blended family, check out the other Blend resources at life.church/media/ lifegroups/blend/

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We are finally going there—unlocking the secret to your kid's best behavior. But the answer might be different than you think. Join Ally and Kaitlyn as they talk about the behavior cycle and the change that they have both made that's proved to be a game-changer in their lives and families. 

1. Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through these questions together. You can find a group near you at go2.lc/lifegroups.

2. Check out www.life.church/media/words-to-live-by/ and craft your own truth statements this week.  

3. Start the Words To Live By With Craig Groeschel Bible Plan on YouVersion today. 

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Another one of those big questions we all must answer is this: What difference do I make? We want to know why we are here, our calling, our purpose, and how to move past our fears. Jessica and Ally discuss how we often find answers to these big questions through small acts of service and generosity. 

• Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through the discussion guide together. You can find a group near you at go2.lc/lifegroups. 
• Check out life.church/neighbor and talk about a Mission Partner you and your LifeGroup can invest in together! 
• Invite a new friend to join you and your people at a Christmas Eve service this year! 

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One of the biggest questions every kid has to answer is: Who am I? There are multiple voices that try to inform the answer to that question, and those voices rarely say the same thing at the same volume. James and Ally discuss how we can help our kids cut through the confusion and show up in the world with confidence.  

• Don’t do this alone. Engage in biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through the discussion guide for this episode together. You can find a group near you at go2.lc/lifegroups
• Check out the START resources and consider working through the Screen Sanity study with your LifeGroup!
• Write your Words to Live By and help your kids do the same. Find Bible Plans and other resources at life.church/media/words-to-live-by/

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