Generations Media Network presents Raising Them Up: A Christian Parenting Q&A. Hosted by Israel & Brook Wayne.Sign up for our weekly newsletter at RaisingThemUp.com
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Sep 29, 2026 · 31:39
Why does your once-easygoing teenager turn moody and short-tempered the moment life slows down? What do you do when your husband says he supports homeschooling but you can tell…
Sep 22, 2026 · 28:45
Cold turkey or a slow taper—what's the wisest way to break a 14-year-old's screen addiction? Is it ever okay for a 19-year-old to stay overnight with a coed friend group? And why…
Sep 15, 2026 · 31:55
Is a math textbook really neutral, or does every subject teach a worldview? What do you do when your tween "forgets" chores but never forgets anything he actually wants to do?…
Sep 8, 2026 · 31:45
What do you do when your only child longs for constant socialization? How do you know when a curriculum has stopped working, for you or for your child? And how do you discipline…
Sep 1, 2026 · 30:53
How do you stop your eight-year-old negotiating over everything from chores to bedtime? What should you do when your child begs to leave homeschooling for public school? And how…
Aug 25, 2026 · 31:38
Should you send your kids to Vacation Bible School? What if it is hosted by a friend's church? How do you structure kitchen chores so they build responsibility instead of chaos…
Aug 18, 2026 · 31:54
What do you prioritize when chronic illness leaves you with little energy left for homeschool, and what's okay to let slide for a season? And with so many curriculum options on…
Aug 11, 2026 · 31:29
What do you do with a toddler who fights bedtime every night? Should parents step in when an adult son is dating a nonbeliever? And how do you get an unmotivated teen to actually…
Aug 3, 2026 · 31:49
What happens when a homeschooling mom finds her pre-teen son starting to resist her authority? Should dad get involved? And how do you help a five-year-old make the leap from…
Jul 28, 2026 · 31:32
What do you do when the law itself stands against biblical parenting? How much imaginative play is too much for a child who lives in a world of talking animals? And how can a…
Jul 21, 2026 · 31:51
What do you do when homeschooling feels overwhelming and joyless? How can you inspire a child who has no interest in writing? And when your teenager keeps blowing past curfew, do…
Jul 14, 2026 · 31:21
Who should handle the finances in a Christian marriage—and what do you do when a husband uses biblical submission to justify overspending? What do you say to a three-year-old who…
Jul 7, 2026 · 31:34
Is it wrong to let your child continue living in your home past the age of 18? How do you avoid being late to every single event when you have many children and things are always…
Jun 30, 2026 · 30:37
What do you do if your 17-year-old daughter opens a secret Netflix account? Or if your newly adopted foster teen's heart seems unreachable? Finally, how should a wife navigate a…
Jun 23, 2026 · 31:04
What do you do when your family feels like the odd ones out at church? Or when you have different convictions than the other parents at the church? How do you teach a 17-year-old…
Jun 16, 2026 · 31:46
A single mom asks how to address her son's growing resistance to household responsibilities, and another parent wonders how to handle a daughter's suitor who has been honest…
Jun 9, 2026 · 30:00
What do you do when God doesn't open the womb, and you don't know why? Israel and Brook bring biblical wisdom and pastoral honesty to the pain of infertility. Then they turn to a…
Jun 2, 2026 · 30:45
Who should be the primary influencers on your children? At what age does spanking boys start to become counter-productive? And is it worth it for Christians to seek to reform the…
May 26, 2026 · 32:07
What does the Bible actually say constitutes a marriage - and how should parents respond when their adult daughter is living with her boyfriend and claiming they consider…
May 19, 2026 · 31:46
Is homeschooling a calling for every parent? What do you do when your seven-year-old responds to every instruction with "why?" Israel and Brook share practical wisdom on training…
May 12, 2026 · 31:24
What should parents do when a teenage boy wants to pursue a relationship? What do you do with a child whose anger lasts for hours? And how do you address a son who justifies his…
May 5, 2026 · 29:03
How should parents think biblically about a son’s fascination with war and battle? What can a homeschooling mom do when discipline moments derail the entire school day? And how…
Apr 28, 2026 · 31:24
What do you do when your teen is set on an unrealistic sports career? When should you begin talking to your children about homosexuality—and how do you do it biblically? And what…
Apr 21, 2026 · 31:51
What’s the best way to organize kitchen cleanup with multiple children? Should apologetics training start earlier than we think? And how can weary moms stay faithful when the…
Apr 14, 2026 · 31:06
What do you do when you have eight children, squabbles are erupting everywhere, and you're already mentally exhausted? How much should a homeschooling mom with young children —…
Apr 7, 2026 · 31:46
What do you do when your own family accuses you of sinning for your parenting decisions? How can you cultivate a heart of generosity in a child who is becoming consumed by money?…
Mar 31, 2026 · 31:16
What do you do when one child blazes through schoolwork while another takes three times as long? How do you prepare young children for immodesty they'll encounter at a family…
Mar 24, 2026 · 31:38
What do you do when your husband refuses to lead spiritually, your preschooler's tantrums are derailing your homeschool day, and your second grader is being exposed to…
Mar 17, 2026 · 31:20
What does God actually say about a child who rolls their eyes at their parents? Is it possible for any mom to truly stay on top of everything, or is that just a myth? And what…
Mar 10, 2026 · 30:56
What do you do when your 13-year-old son has shut down and won't obey? Is the homeschool community setting unrealistic standards for young men pursuing marriage? And how do you…
Mar 3, 2026 · 30:34
How do you raise godly children when your spouse won’t lead spiritually? What should parents do when Santa conversations create tension with other families, and how can children…
Feb 24, 2026 · 31:27
How do you help a child who struggles with dyslexia? What can young adults do when they desire marriage but live in a small town? And how can parents homeschool a large family…
Feb 17, 2026 · 31:26
What do you do when your adult child seems to remember your family story very differently than you do? How should parents respond to accusations, grievances, and relational…
Feb 12, 2026 · 1:20
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Feb 10, 2026 · 31:29
What should discipline look like when a child clearly knows better? Do you go straight to spanking? How do you handle kids who forget, ignore instructions, or require constant…
Feb 3, 2026 · 29:59
How should parents respond when teenagers refuse instruction or resist follow-through, even in spiritual matters? How can a mother care for a demanding toddler without…
Jan 27, 2026 · 31:48
What is the best way to prepare young men who feel called to ministry—through seminary or apprenticeship? How can parents teach children about God without turning faith into…
Jan 20, 2026 · 31:19
What should Christian parents think about superheroes and the idea of heroism? How much homeschool work should be kept after graduation? And how can families respond with truth…
Jan 13, 2026 · 31:49
How do you help kids follow through when chores are “forgotten” or done halfway? What should you do when bullying and social exclusion show up in a homeschool group and your…
Jan 6, 2026 · 31:46
What does “codependency” actually mean in a parent-child relationship, and when should a mom be concerned? How can a single parent help an 8-year-old who’s angry, getting into…
Dec 30, 2025 · 31:42
Should homeschooling families allow their child to join a public school sports team when their instincts say no? How should a mother think through stepping away from a career to…
Dec 23, 2025 · 31:35
What steps should parents take when a 15-year-old shows signs of depression and is increasingly addicted to video games? Is listening to music while studying a helpful tool or a…
Dec 16, 2025 · 31:49
How should parents respond to a rough, destructive three-year-old boy without crushing his spirit? What boundaries should be set when a homeschooled teen starts his first job…
Dec 9, 2025 · 31:37
How do we discipline strong-willed kids biblically, cultivate early-morning rhythms, and train boys toward real self-control? Israel and Brook talk Scripture, stubborn hearts,…
Dec 2, 2025 · 31:24
How do you discern whether a teen’s short-term missions trip is genuine service or just expensive adventure? How should parents respond when a 14-year-old daughter is sad,…
Nov 25, 2025 · 31:19
How do you balance a mother’s gifts with her season of life, guide a 9–12-year-old who dreads their schoolwork, and prepare wisely for a CPS visit? Israel and Brook offer…
Nov 18, 2025 · 34:18
How do you discern a godly match for your daughter, shepherd your family through chronic sickness, and repair a relationship scarred by favoritism? Israel and Brook open…
Nov 11, 2025 · 32:00
When convictions clash with culture, Christian parents often face tough questions. In this episode, Israel and Brook address three common tensions: raising kids with healthy…
Nov 4, 2025 · 32:17
Teens say movies help evangelism—but does immersion shape hearts more than we think? How does Mom effectively homeschool young boys who are full of energy? What amount of…
Oct 28, 2025 · 31:38
Is discipline dad’s job? How do you stop the constant interrupting and harsh tones? And when should kids begin their own quiet time? From 1 Sam. 15 to James 3, Israel and Brook…
Oct 21, 2025 · 31:19
When culture seeps into parenting decisions, discernment becomes vital. In this episode, Israel and Brook address how to handle relatives privately messaging teens, whether…
Oct 14, 2025 · 31:22
When faith falters and family bonds stretch thin, how should parents respond? In this episode, Israel and Brooke address three real-life struggles: a son who won’t attend church,…
Oct 7, 2025 · 31:23
From hard boundaries to hidden struggles, Israel and Brooke address three questions every Christian family faces: the real risks behind sleepovers, what to do when a husband…
Sep 30, 2025 · 31:23
Israel and Brooke Wayne answer three big questions: how to confront a teen’s secret social browsing without breaking trust, when video-based learning helps (and when it harms the…
Sep 23, 2025 · 31:28
Israel and Brooke Wayne tackle real-life parenting questions: defusing sibling rivalry when personalities clash, setting wise tech boundaries for teens without outsourcing…
Sep 16, 2025 · 36:39
Israel and Brook Wayne answer real-life parenting questions about navigating extended family dynamics that conflict with your values, encouraging a shy child without…
Sep 9, 2025 · 31:37
Israel and Brook Wayne take on real parenting questions about teaching true manners without falling into superficial rule-keeping, guiding kids through constant bickering over…
Sep 2, 2025 · 33:32
Israel and Brook Wayne tackle listener questions about carving out one-on-one time in large families, teens getting lost in fiction, and a biblical view of grace in parenting—not…
Aug 26, 2025 · 30:53
In this episode of Raising Them Up , Israel and Brook Wayne answer listener questions on cultivating children’s personal devotional lives, guiding them into responsibility at…
Aug 19, 2025 · 32:57
Israel and Brook Wayne discuss how to handle disparities in learning abilities between siblings, fostering love and servanthood among siblings, and the challenge of whining,…
Aug 12, 2025 · 30:50
When should I start teaching apologetics and worldview? Do my children need to socialize with kids their own age? Israel and Brook answer these questions and more, sharing…
Aug 5, 2025 · 38:00
Does Jesus belong in Math class? How can we help anxious children develop a solid theology of God’s love and sovereignty? How do we guide our kids to find their identity in…
Jul 29, 2025 · 47:37
Israel and Brook Wayne explore how to tell the difference between learning struggles and heart issues, how to adapt your homeschool to your child’s learning style, and what to…
Jul 29, 2025 · 46:51
How can moms nurture strong, respectful relationships with their sons—especially as they grow into young men? In this episode, Israel and Brook Wayne share personal stories,…
Jul 18, 2025 · 0:35
Parenting is hard. Discipleship is even harder. That’s why we’re here—to help you raise your children with wisdom, grace, and truth. We’re Israel and Brook Wayne, and this is…
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