Legacy Parenting

John and Lori Lane
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The Legacy Parenting Podcast equips parents with Biblical wisdom and practical strategies for faith-based parenting in today's challenging world. Hosted by John and Lori Lane, this podcast draws from their 42 years of marriage, 40 years of parenting, 43 years in education and the arts, and 25 years of home education to offer clear, Scripture-rooted guidance that rises above the noise of conflicting voices. Through engaging conversations and real-life examples, together they share how faith-based parenting builds children's lifelong commitment to God's Truth and creates a legacy that impacts generations. Whether you're just beginning your parenting journey or entering grandparenthood, Legacy Parenting provides the encouragement and Biblical principles needed to parent with confidence and purpose while navigating cultural “noise.” Join us in building a faith-filled family legacy that stands on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

  1. 2d ago

    S2E12 - How to Raise Kids Who Do the Right Thing When No One Is Watching

    “Who is my child when I’m not in the room?” How do we raise kids with integrity who choose to do what's right—even when no one is watching? In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, Lori Lane continues the Habits Series by exploring self-government, an essential part of biblical character formation. Through intentional Christian parenting, we can help our children develop a Scripture-shaped conscience, take responsibility for their choices, and learn to live by conviction rather than external control. Teaching kids honesty and integrity requires more than rules, rewards, or constant supervision. It means discipling their hearts so they increasingly recognize God's truth and choose to follow it—even when we're not there. In this episode, you'll learn: How to teach kids integrity through everyday choices and responsibilities.Why developing a child's conscience matters more than simply managing behavior.How biblical parenting builds internal conviction rather than dependence on rewards.Why confession, repentance, and grace are essential to Christian character development.How parents can model the honesty and accountability they want their children to embrace. The goal isn't perfect behavior. It's a heart increasingly governed by God's truth. Listen to the earlier episodes in our Habits Series to discover how biblical habits work together to shape character, strengthen conviction, and prepare children for a life of faithful choices.

    S2E12 - How to Raise Kids Who Do the Right Thing When No One Is Watching

  2. Oct 19

    S2E11 - Why Kids Need Boundaries to Learn Real Freedom: Teaching Self-Control and Responsibility

    “The discipline creates the freedom.” We often think of freedom as the absence of rules, restrictions, or boundaries. But what if the very boundaries we establish for our children are what prepare them to experience true freedom? In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, Lori Lane continues the conversation on self-government, exploring why teaching kids self-control, responsibility, and wise decision-making is essential to biblical parenting. Our goal isn't to control every choice our children make. It's to help them develop the internal restraint and biblical convictions they'll need when we're no longer making decisions for them. In this episode, you'll discover: Why true freedom requires boundaries, discipline, and self-control.How to move beyond enforcing rules to teaching biblical principles that guide lifelong decisions.Why freedom and responsibility must grow together as children mature.How to recognize when your child is ready for greater independence.Why understanding your child's God-given individuality matters when teaching self-government.Practical ways to gradually transfer responsibility from parent to child. The goal isn't simply to raise obedient children. It's to prepare young adults who can govern themselves wisely and faithfully. Visit the Legacy Parenting website to explore the biblical principles behind raising children with purpose, conviction, and wisdom.

    S2E11 - Why Kids Need Boundaries to Learn Real Freedom: Teaching Self-Control and Responsibility

  3. Oct 12

    S2E10 - How to Teach Self-Control Without Raising Rule-Followers: Self-Government

    “My desires are real, but they are not my master.” How do we teach our children self-control in a world that encourages them to follow every feeling and desire? In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, Lori Lane explores the biblical habit of self-government and why raising children with strong character requires more than simply teaching obedience. Through everyday parenting moments—from managing screen time to learning patience and resisting temptation—Lori shares how parents can help children develop biblical self-control, wisdom, and personal responsibility. You'll discover: Why self-government begins in the heart, not just in outward behavior.How everyday choices prepare children for bigger decisions later in life.Why modeling self-discipline matters just as much as teaching it.How to raise children who govern themselves under God's authority. Biblical parenting isn't just about raising well-behaved children. It's about discipling hearts and preparing wise, godly adults. Listen in and discover how small moments of self-control can build a foundation for lifelong Christian character.

    S2E10 - How to Teach Self-Control Without Raising Rule-Followers: Self-Government

  4. Oct 5

    S2E9 - Biblical Parenting Begins With the Parent’s Heart: Deuteronomy 6

    “Before the Word is impressed upon our children, it is to be upon our own hearts.” In Deuteronomy 6, one of Scripture’s clearest passages on discipling children begins in a surprising place—not with the child, but with the parent. Before God tells His people to teach their children diligently, He calls them to love Him wholeheartedly and keep His words on their own hearts. In this episode of Legacy Parenting, we explore why biblical parenting begins with the spiritual formation of the parent. Christian parenting is not first about finding the right method, producing obedient children, or guaranteeing a particular outcome. It begins with living under the authority of God and allowing His Word to shape us first. We’ll talk about: Why Deuteronomy 6 begins with God, not parenting techniquesHow the parent’s heart shapes family discipleshipWhy faithfulness matters more than controlling outcomesThe difference between biblical principles and parenting methodsHow children learn from what we love, prioritize, and liveWhy Scripture must shape parents before they teach their childrenHow everyday family life becomes a place of spiritual formation Biblical parenting begins before we ask, “What should I do with my child?” It begins by asking, “What is God doing in me?”

    S2E9 - Biblical Parenting Begins With the Parent’s Heart: Deuteronomy 6

  5. Sep 28

    S2E8 - From Obedience to Initiative: Raising Kids Who Take Responsibility

    “We are raising people who will eventually make most of their decisions when we are not in the room.” What are we really preparing our children for when we teach obedience? In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, Lori Lane returns to the Habits of the Heart series and begins a new conversation about initiative. Biblical initiative is about much more than completing a chore without being reminded. It is the growing ability to recognize what is right, understand what responsibility belongs to us, and choose to act faithfully. Lori explores the sometimes-uncomfortable transition parents face as children mature: knowing when to keep teaching, when to remind, and when to step back enough for a child to begin carrying responsibility. This episode also looks at how Scripture shapes a child’s conscience, why maturity may look different in every child, and how our desire to help can sometimes keep our children from practicing responsibility. In this episode: Why obedience is preparation, not the final goalWhat biblical initiative really meansHow conscience and Scripture shape responsible choicesWhen helping can become over-managingWhy mistakes can become opportunities for growthHow to recognize growing maturity without expecting perfection

    S2E8 - From Obedience to Initiative: Raising Kids Who Take Responsibility

  6. Sep 14

    S2E7 - Biblical Parenting for the Long View: Building a Faith-Filled Family Legacy

    “Parenting happens one day at a time. But those days are connected.” This week’s episode is a little different. With the unexpected early arrival of a new granddaughter, Lori pauses the Habits of the Heart series to share a personal update on Legacy Parenting—and reflect on why the long view of biblical parenting matters so much. Lori revisits the four biblical principles that shape Legacy Parenting, shares what God has been clarifying about the discipleship of parents as well as children, and explains why Legacy Parenting made the countercultural decision to leave social media. She also shares the encouraging growth that has followed through the podcast and newsletter, along with new resources and an upcoming discipleship project rooted in Deuteronomy 6 and 7. With three new grandchildren joining the family in six months, Lori also reflects on what she sees differently now after raising four sons—and why the ordinary work of parenting carries more weight than we often realize. In this episode: Why biblical parenting must begin with ScriptureWhat leaving social media clarified about conviction and prioritiesWhat’s new at Legacy ParentingWhy family discipleship belongs in everyday lifeWhat three new grandchildren are teaching Lori about legacyWhy faithful parenting often bears fruit we may not see for years

    S2E7 - Biblical Parenting for the Long View: Building a Faith-Filled Family Legacy

  7. Sep 8

    S2E6 - Biblical Parenting in a Changing Culture: Why Deuteronomy 6 & 7 Still Matter

    “Children are not simply getting older. They are becoming.” What does biblical parenting look like in a changing culture—and why does it still matter? In this episode, we return to Deuteronomy 6–7 to explore the biblical foundation for Christian parenting, intentional discipleship, and raising children with truth, purpose, and conviction. It is easy to dismiss certain behaviors with phrases like “kids will be kids” or “it’s just a stage.” But while children are developing and maturing, they are also being formed. Their habits, loves, loyalties, beliefs, and understanding of truth are taking shape every day. Biblical parenting is not a formula for producing perfect children, nor does it guarantee a particular outcome. It is about faithfully responding to God, trusting the authority of Scripture, and recognizing the important role parents have been given in discipling the next generation. In this episode, we explore: What Deuteronomy 6–7 teaches about biblical parentingWhy Christian parenting begins with the heart of the parentThe difference between childhood development and spiritual discipleshipWhy the home is a primary place for spiritual formationHow parents can disciple children through every stageWhy biblical principles for parenting are not outdatedThe importance of shaping the heart, not simply correcting behaviorHow Scripture helps children develop identity, conviction, and discernmentWhy intentional parenting matters in a culture filled with competing influencesThe difference between faithful parenting and trying to control outcomes Parenting methods may change, cultural pressures may change, and every child is different. But God’s truth has not changed. If we understand the biblical “why” behind parenting, we can approach the everyday habits of family life with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.

    S2E6 - Biblical Parenting in a Changing Culture: Why Deuteronomy 6 & 7 Still Matter

  8. Aug 31

    S2E5 - When Your Child Won't Listen: How to Teach Biblical Obedience

    John is back with Lori on this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast for another conversation in the Habits That Shape a Heart series—and this time, they’re getting practical about what to do when your child simply doesn’t listen.. What happens when you’ve given a clear instruction, but your child ignores you, responds slowly, does half the job, or pushes back with an attitude? It can be tempting to raise your voice, repeat yourself, threaten consequences, or simply give up. But biblical obedience isn’t formed through anger, power struggles, or passive parenting. In this episode, John and Lori talk about how parents can respond with calm authority, clear expectations, and consistent follow-through while keeping the focus on the child’s heart. They also explore an important distinction every parent needs to understand: not every delayed response is rebellion. Sometimes immaturity, distraction, lack of understanding, or developmental differences are part of what’s happening. You’ll learn how to slow down your own response, discern what may be happening beneath the behavior, and train obedience as a habit over time. Because the goal isn’t simply to win the moment. It’s to shepherd your child’s heart, shape their will according to God’s truth, and prepare them to live faithfully under His authority. If obedience has become a source of frustration in your home, this conversation will give you practical, biblical encouragement for handling those hard moments with greater steadiness and purpose.

    S2E5 - When Your Child Won't Listen: How to Teach Biblical Obedience
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The Legacy Parenting Podcast equips parents with Biblical wisdom and practical strategies for faith-based parenting in today's challenging world. Hosted by John and Lori Lane, this podcast draws from their 42 years of marriage, 40 years of parenting, 43 years in education and the arts, and 25 years of home education to offer clear, Scripture-rooted guidance that rises above the noise of conflicting voices. Through engaging conversations and real-life examples, together they share how faith-based parenting builds children's lifelong commitment to God's Truth and creates a legacy that impacts generations. Whether you're just beginning your parenting journey or entering grandparenthood, Legacy Parenting provides the encouragement and Biblical principles needed to parent with confidence and purpose while navigating cultural “noise.” Join us in building a faith-filled family legacy that stands on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

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  • Creator
    John and Lori Lane
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
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    © Copyright 2026 John and Lori Lane
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