13 – Rebellious Sons, Overworked Sisters, and the Pain of Divorce

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, daughters overburdened with childcare, and the painful reality of divorce. Their counsel weaves biblical truth with compassion, helping families navigate authority, service, and suffering under the mercy of God.

Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
Submit your question at [Raising Them Up](generations.org/raisingthemup) or call 1-800-223-6567.

Find more from the Waynes at [Family Renewal](familyrenewal.org) and [Generations](https://store.generations.org/collections/israel-waynes-books)

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Author, pastor, podcaster, husband, father, and grandfather, Kevin Swanson, enters the arena with the takeaway word for the day.  Strong.
[Strong](StrongTheBook.com)

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