Brave Parenting

Brave Parenting

We are a network of brave parents who empower & equip others to intentionally develop & train children to have strong character & integrity. We believe brave parenting is doing the right thing even when it is hard. While it seems our children would rather be raised by the internet, the truth is they need strong and courageous parents who will invest in their character.

  1. HACE 3 DÍAS

    Ep. 213: Unseen Evil in Video Game Avatars

    Flowing from the idea that children need to express themselves online to form an identity, video game avatars serve as an introductory and primary portal for this. The cosmetic economy of avatar customization generates billions in revenue for game makers, while users pay and play their way into discovering their identity. The ability to customize your appearance in the game isn’t just a fun feature. As we reveal in this episode, avatar customization can shape children’s real-world identities. But identities are not created or curated – they are given by God. This is one more way video games disciple children away from the gospel and into a self-above-all-else, unbiblical worldview. Listen in as we inform and equip parents to know about and act against this unseen evil. Article references: Avatars in Gaming: How Roblox and Fortnite are redefining digital identity The Joy and Liberation of Customizing Your Avatar The Art of Avatar Creation Understanding Children’s Avatar Making in Social Online Games Young People and Gender Identity: Subverting the ‘body’ in massively multi-player online role-playing games The Role of the Avatar in Gaming for Trans and Gender Diverse Young People The Impact of Avatars on Self-Perception and Identity in Gaming “I am the character, the character is me”: A thematic analysis of the user-avatar relationship in videogames Gaming Disorder: A systematic review exploring the user-avatar relationship in videogames Scripture References: Genesis 1:27 2 Corinthians 5:17 Colossians 3:3 Romans 1:21 1 Corinthians 6:20 Jeremiah 17:9 Proverbs 4:23 Matthew 5:28 Mark 7:21-23 Galatians 6:8 John 17:17 John 8:32 Luke 12:15 Hebrews 13:5 1 Timothy 6:17-19 Genesis 2:15 Mark 9:42 Genesis 1:28 Psalm 139 Proverbs 3:5 Psalm 5:5 Psalm 11:5 Galatians 2:20 Romans 12:2 Acts 17:26 Ephesians 2:10 Esther 4:14 John 16:33   Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

    52 min
  2. 25 FEB

    Ep. 212: Is Online ‘Self-Expression’ a Necessary Part of Childhood?

    The freedom of self-expression has become a catch-all justification for everything done online. Why should children be allowed to have social media at a young age? Because they need to express themselves! Mark Zuckerberg even used this justification of ‘self-expression’ under oath in the landmark social media addiction trial. In this episode, Kelly exposes how ‘self-expression’ has been hijacked to exploit children and steal childhood. What was once “play” is now “performance,” and what used to be “creativity” is now “content.” This is a foundational episode that helps parents understand the larger cultural narrative at play. Also, upcoming episodes build on this idea that ‘self-expression’ is a necessary part of childhood. Articles referenced: Different Creative Playgrounds: Use Social Media for Creative Development Kids Mental Health Foundation: Kids and Social Media What kids are actually doing on social media and why that matters How Online Communities Can Help Children The New Era of Self-Expression: How the next generation are tackling social media, creativity, and authenticity Social Media and Mental Health in Children and Teens Unlock the Power of Self-Expression Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:27 Ephesians 2:10 Deuteronomy 6:5-7 Proverbs 22:6 Matthew 6:1 Acts 2 Proverbs 22:15 Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

    49 min

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We are a network of brave parents who empower & equip others to intentionally develop & train children to have strong character & integrity. We believe brave parenting is doing the right thing even when it is hard. While it seems our children would rather be raised by the internet, the truth is they need strong and courageous parents who will invest in their character.

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