In this episode of Teaching the Faith at Home, Matt and Andrew dive into Chapter 3 of the Habits study to explore discipline and how we can shift from authoritarian control to formative discipleship. Many of us approach discipline out of instinct—reacting based on instincts that are based on serving selfish wants and needs.

We discuss the vital importance of the developing loving authority, using a "Habit of the Pause," the necessity of building a foundation of prayer and connection, and why reconciliation (not just compliance) is the ultimate goal of every correction. If you find yourself stuck in a cycle of frustration and shouting, this episode offers a practical, Gospel-centered blueprint to move from conflict to restoration.

Every day, we need to eat. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner time all become opportunities to develop habits and liturgies that guide our children and families towards Christ. In this episode we look at mealtimes and how they provide a gravitational moment for our family to gather and grow in faith and fellowship.

Every morning we wake from sleep. Every day we have to awaken to the challenges, pressures, struggles, and “monsters” we face. How does waking influence us? In this episode we will talk about the habit of waking and how we can use this time to connect with God, align our day, and address the monsters that haunt us. 

How do habits influence our daily lives? That is the question we are going to take on in this episode as we work through the book Habits of the Household. Pastor Andrew Lehenbauer and Principal Matt Mueller will discuss how habits are beneficial, the neuroscience behind habits, and how we can influence our habits to help us lead lives of liturgy so we can raise up the next generation of you christian men and women. Join us as we work through chapters 1 & 2. Share your questions for us in the comments. We would love to hear from you! 

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We are relaunching the Teaching the Faith at Home podcast with our new host, Principal Matt Mueller. Joining Matt is Pastor Andrew Lehenbauer and we will be discussing two sets of data that illustrate our motivation for this podcast; Discipleship at the home is important! We hope you join us in this journey to parent the next generation of believers and evangelists. 

Links to studies: Lyman Stone’s stats on retention of young believers https://www.christianitytoday.com/2020/02/discipleship-parenting-kids-stay-christian-home-catechesis/Barna survey on discipline and who is responsible: the church or the parentshttps://www.barna.com/research/how-best-to-disciple-children/

Pastor Andrew and Mr. Poppe discuss the conclusion to the Lord's Prayer.

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Pastor Andrew and Mr. Poppe discuss the 7th petition.

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Pastor Andrew and Mr. Poppe discuss the 6th petition of the Lord's Prayer

Pastor Andrew and Mr. Poppe discuss forgiveness.

Pastor Andrew and Mr. Poppe discuss the Fourth Petition of the Lord's Prayer.

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