Master Books Podcast

Rachel Smith, homeschool mom of 4, former school educator, and Master Books Customer Service Manager, joins the podcast to help families prepare for the upcoming school year.

In this show, she shares:

• Books Recommendations for Homeschooling Families
• The Name of her Homeschool & Guiding Scripture Verse
• Answers to the Most Asked Questions at Master Books
• What she would do differently if she had to start over today

Links:

Conflicted: Pulling Back the Curtain on Public Education

Podcast Episode with John Stamper

Education: Does God Have an Opinion

Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview

Danielle, homeschool mom of 6, joins the Master Books podcast to discuss her experience with Language Lessons for a Living Education, the Master Books method of education, and more.

Links:

The Master Books Method of Education

Language Lessons for a Living Education

God's Big Book of Animals

Education: Does God Have an Opinion

Crafted by God: From Fertilization to Birth

Ken Ham joins the Master Books podcast to discuss his book, Divine Dilemma, which offers a biblical worldview on grief and suffering.

Purchase his book Divine Dilemma: Wrestline with a Loving God in a Fallen World here.

In seasons of struggle, loss, trauma, and grief, people often ask the desperate question, "Why would a loving God allow such suffering?" Divine Dilemma is a scriptural guide filled with personal testimonies designed to help you and your family find hope, peace, and answers you can trust.

In this episode, Jennifer and Ken discuss:

1. Job's suffering
2. The question of mass suffering in tragic events like 9/11
3. The problem with giving superficial answers to those suffering
4. How Darwin's divine dilemma impacted his life and the impact of his legacy on the world

What can we learn about dinosaurs and dragons from the Bible? Bodie Hodge, author of Dinosaurs, Dragons, and the Bible, joins the Master Books podcast to share answers to children's questions about these magnificent creations of God. In this episode, he shares a biblical worldview of dinosaurs and addresses the following questions presented by Master Books homeschool students:

• How do the myths of dragons breathing fire and flying compare to the reality and how they actually work?
• During the ice age, how did dinosaurs become extinct and all the other animals did not?
• Did Noah really put dinosaurs on the ark? How did he get those big things on there?
• Were people really scared of dinosaurs in Bible times?

Show Links:

Dinosaurs, Dragons, and the Bible

Highlights:

1:50 - The need for a biblical worldview of dinosaurs and dragons.

3:14 - How do the myths of dragons breathing fire and flying compare to the reality and how they actually work? (Kate, age 15)

5:30 - During the ice age, how did dinosaurs become extinct and all the other animals did not? (Jocelyn, age 11)

8:05 - Did Noah really put dinosaurs on the ark? How did he get those big things on there? (Kaleb, age 10)

10:11 - I've seen in books and movies that people were afraid of dinosaurs. So I'm wondering if that was really true in Bible times? (Eamon, 4th grade)

13:38 - How would a biblical study of dinosaurs strengthen and defend the faith of a family and help them share the gospel effectively.

16:59 - A prayer for families

Oak Ridge Boys Joe Bonsall, author of G.I. Joe and Lillie, joins the Master Books podcast to talk about his parents' service in World War 2. His book shares their legacy of life, love, and loyalty to our country, each other, and their family. This biography will melt your heart and embolden your love for the greatest generation and the sacrifices they made for Americans.

Buy G.I. Joe & Lillie here.

Download a sample of the book here:

Angela O'Dell, author of America's Story homeschool curriculum series for elementary students, joins the Master Books podcast to inspire your family with truths to help you celebrate Memorial Day together. Christian homeschool students will learn to see military service as a reflection of our life in Christ. This show is great for parents and students!

Lean in to learn:

⭐ The Importance of studying America's history and celebrating Memorial Day ⭐ Ideas to help students truly honor America, it's veterans, and service men and women. ⭐ The importance of maintaining and studying an unedited history. ⭐ How studying history is the best way to learn from our history ⭐ How service to God and service to one's nation is similar.

Links:

America's Story Homeschool Curriculum Series

Days to Remember: Devotions for the Holidays Throughout the Year

Show Highlights:

0:00 - Christian families learn ways to teach godly principles as they study America's history and remember veterans on Memorial Day.

1:59 - Angela O'Dell, author of America's Story homeschool curriculum series, discusses the history behind Memorial Day and why it is important to honor this day of remembrance.

4:30 - We are in danger of losing our history.

5:02 - The battle over truth about our history and other subjects.

6:01 - The Bible tells us to remember the landmarks and pass the stories of God's faithfulness from one generation to the next.

6:58 - Jesus, the perfect sacrifice for us and the one who died for our liberty.

7:52 - Memorial Day devotional reading from the book, Days to Remember, by Henry M. Morris

9:45 - Ways to teach your family to honor American veterans who have lost their lives in battle and the stories of family members who have served our country.

12:15 - Teach your students the themes of bravery and courage.

12:48 - Answer questions about America's leaders in the past with factual documents.

13:08 - Trust the Bible to tell us who God is instead of other voices.

13:43 - Protect historical documents because many are being purged to hide the truth about our nation's history.

14:05 - Bravery, courage, and being respectful of men and women who have served our country are major themes to be taught with Memorial Day unit studies.

14:40 - Teach children to learn history so they can learn from history.

15:13 - Recognize the work of Satan to deceive and divide the country from God and its roots. Know the truth so you can discern the lie.

18:17 - How to teach your children about Memorial Day.

19:51 - What we can learn from the last few years of our country's history?

21:04 - God is love and He is justice. He doesn't look away from sin or wrongdoing forever.

21:34 - Teach students to pray for our nation.

22:09 - We were chosen to be born and alive in this time in history in order to be a light in the darkness.

22:50 - We are soldiers in God's army. As Christ followers we are citizens of heaven. We fight a battle that is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities of the dark world.

23:38 - Jesus came as the Truth and died in our place so we can be a part of the family of truth.

25:54 - America's Story Volume 3 reveals important American momuments that can be included in Memorial Day unit studies.

28:01 - God's life-saving miracle story of an American sailor.

30:37 - Angela O'Dell prays for families of veterans and those who lost soldiers who have fought to defend America.

In this episode of the Master Books podcast, President, Randy Pratt, joins us to honor mothers and share biblical insights on motherhood. This show is full of wisdom and encouragement for homeschool moms. We definitely want you to hear his advice for husbands on how to practically help and pray for you as their wife and the mother of their children.

Links:

Developing a Heart for God: A Devotional Commentary on Psalm 119 https://www.masterbooks.com/developing-a-heart-for-god

Show Highlights:

0:00 - Randy Pratt joins the show to encourage homeschool moms 3:07 - The biblical role of motherhood 4:05 - Compare the familial roles of a father and mother to a CEO and COO in a company 6:00 - The mother's role of homeschooling in discipling and training children 7:00 - Managing the growth and development of the children spiritually, physically, academically, - preparing them to take the baton and run their race. 8:45 - Becoming a family of purpose 10:47 - Encouragement for moms who feel their lives are too small or mundane to be significant in the Kingdom of God. 11:55 - Encouragement for moms who feel they are failing or don't have a good model or mentor for motherhood 15:10 - Bring your personal weaknesses to the Lord (2 Corinthians 12:9) 17:03 - Failing in front of your children 18:38 - The dangers of comparisons, pride, and worry about weaknesses 19:52 - How a husband can support his wife through prayer and action. 29:40 - Prayer for mothers and families.

Now high school students can explore the basics of forensic science from a biblical worldview. In this Master Books podcast, Dr. Jennifer Rivera shares insights on this brand new homeschool curriculum revealing the work of God and the need for His people to be involved in the work of forensics. In this episode, you will discover:

• The many areas of science involved in the study of forensics
• The need for Christians to be involved in the criminal justice system
• What a biblical worldview of forensics includes
• The impact of a Christian forensics scientists in the future of forensics
• How the course is designed and who it is designed for

Links

Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview

The Work of Your Hand

ProBible Science Summit (Free Access)

Dr. Jennifer Rivera on Facebook

2:26 - Dr. Jennifer Rivera's bio and forensic background

7:40 - #ProBible Science homeschool education

8:55 - What is forensic science and why should a high school student study it?

10 - Different types of forensic scientists

11 - The need for Christians to be involved in forensics and the justice system

11:40 - Why should students have a biblical worldview of forensic science?

13:35 - What makes forensic science a unique study?

16:12 - A description of the course: Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview

21 - The future impact Christian forensic science students will make on our justice system

Angela O'Dell, author of Master Books' America's Story and The World's Story homeschool curriculum, joins the podcast to discuss the history behind Holy Week. Listen to this episode if you are eager to help your family prepare their hearts for Resurrection Sunday and learn why Holy Week is the climax of all human history.

Learn more about The World's Story (world history homeschool curriculum) here.

Your Science Curriculum Should Create a Legacy of Faith! This was just one of the themes of Master Books' #ProBible Science Summit in March 2023.

This episode of the Master Books podcast offers a summary of the recent #ProBible Science Summit. In this show, you will hear from the CEO, President, staff and authors about how critical the worldview of your science curriculum is to your child's faith and the legacy you leave your family.

Watch the replays of the full sessions here until March 31.

After March 31, you can watch them at MasterBooksAcademy.com