A Free Range Faith

Zack and Kendra Rackovan
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Life with Jesus. Served family-style. If you want to raise godly kids, build strong marriages, and live healthy, Kingdom-minded lives through practical biblical wisdom, we're glad you're here! We're a Spirit-filled family of 7 that is passionate about helping families deepen their faith, develop whole-body health, and define their Kingdom purpose. Drawing on our experiences as a high school Bible teacher and a homeschool Mom, we're having real, raw conversations about the ups and downs of everyday, Christian family life. From parenting and marriage to spiritual warfare, our ambition is to guide, strengthen, equip and encourage families like yours as you grow in your faith together one day at a time. Subscribe if you are serious about cultivating a Christ-centered home and helping your family follow Jesus in every area of life, not just within the walls of the church building. We would love to have you pull a chair up to the table and join the conversation! -Zack & Kendra Rackovan

  1. Raising Godly Kids in a Godless World | Our Biblical Parenting Framework

    8h ago

    Raising Godly Kids in a Godless World | Our Biblical Parenting Framework

    In this conversation, we share practical biblical parenting strategies for raising godly kids in today's culture. Too often parents measure success by grades, sports achievements, or worldly accomplishments, but Scripture points us toward a different standard. We discuss how to evaluate parenting through a spiritual lens and how to help children develop a genuine relationship with Christ. You'll learn why your example matters more than your words, how modeling repentance can transform your home, and practical ways to create a Christ-centered family culture. We also share real-life examples from raising our five children, including family nights of repentance, devotional time, conflict resolution, prayer habits, and teaching children to seek God's truth above cultural influences. Whether you're a new parent, a homeschooling family, or simply looking for biblical wisdom, this conversation offers practical encouragement for raising children who love Jesus and follow Him faithfully. In this conversation • How to measure parenting success biblically • Why your example matters more than you realize • How to model repentance and humility • Ways to build a Christ-centered home culture • Practical family discipleship habits • How to teach children biblical truth in a secular world Our mission is to help families grow closer to Christ, strengthen their homes, and raise the next generation with a firm biblical foundation. Join the Conversation with us on YouTube

    57 min
  2. Our 5th Baby Was Born in Our Kitchen (Our Honest Take On Hospital vs. Homebirth)

    May 17

    Our 5th Baby Was Born in Our Kitchen (Our Honest Take On Hospital vs. Homebirth)

    Why are more families choosing home births over the traditional hospital experience? In this episode, we share our honest experience after having five children — including hospital births, a birthing center birth, and finally a home birth. We talk openly about what pushed us to start questioning the standard hospital system, the stress and rigidity we experienced during previous births, and why working with qualified midwives completely changed the experience for our family. We also break down: • The differences between hospital births, birthing centers, and home births • How to safely choose a qualified midwife • The role of doulas during pregnancy and labor • Why preventative care mattered so much during pregnancy • What dads should know about supporting a home birth • The emotional, physical, and spiritual side of childbirth This episode is not about convincing anyone to choose home birth. Every family and pregnancy is different. Our goal is simply to share our personal experience and encourage thoughtful, informed conversations around pregnancy, parenting, and family life. All Products and Gear Mentioned in this video: • Birth Pool (includes liner and pump) - [https://amzn.to/3R4CdlW] • Birth Pool Thermometer - [https://amzn.to/4tAiS9A] • Postpartum Ice Pads - [https://amzn.to/4fi2lDI] • Witch Hazel Postpartum Perineal Healing Foam - [https://amzn.to/4uNUClu] • Breast Balm - [https://www.earthley.com/products/breast-balm-herbal-salve] • Postpartum Cramp Relief Tincture - [https://www.earthley.com/products/ease-the-ache-womens-cramp-formula] We're a Spirit-filled family of 7 that is passionate about helping families deepen their faith, develop whole-body health, and define their Kingdom purpose. Drawing on our experiences as a high school Bible teacher and a homeschool Mom, we're having real, raw conversations about the ups and downs of everyday, Christian family life. We would love to have you pull a chair up to the table, subscribe and join the conversation!. Topics Covered: • Home birth experience • Midwives and doulas • Natural birth • Pregnancy care • Hospital birth vs home birth • Faith and family life • Parenting and marriage Disclaimer: This episode reflects our personal experiences and opinions and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding pregnancy and childbirth decisions.

    52 min
  3. Powerful Prayers for Protection (3 Proven Strategies to Keep Your Family Safe)

    Apr 14

    Powerful Prayers for Protection (3 Proven Strategies to Keep Your Family Safe)

    How do you truly protect your family in a world filled with fear? With a nonstop news cycle and a booming home security industry, it’s easy to believe protection comes from technology. Cameras. Alarms. Systems. But what if the most powerful protection available to your family isn’t physical — it’s spiritual? In this episode, we dive into what Scripture actually says about protecting your home and your children. We unpack Psalm 91 and other powerful passages to show how prayer becomes your greatest defense. We also share a personal story of a moment when the Holy Spirit prompted us to pray urgently — over an unexpected situation with our own kids. In this conversation, we cover: • What “pray without ceasing” really means • Why gratitude reduces anxiety (even scientifically) • How to use the Word of God as a weapon • Why asking God matters more than assuming • Practical ways to pray protection over your family daily If you’ve ever wondered: Does prayer actually protect my family? How do I pray with more authority? Is God actively involved in everyday dangers? This episode will strengthen your confidence in God’s protection and give you practical tools you can begin using today. 📥 Free Resource: 7 Prayers for Protection We’ve created a simple Scripture-based guide with seven powerful prayers — one for each day of the week — to help you consistently cover your family in prayer. You can download it here: https://afreerangefaith.com/prayers-for-protection/ True security isn’t found in systems — it’s found in the presence of God.

    35 min
  4. God Has a Plan for Your Kids (This is How You Help Them Walk in it)

    Mar 31

    God Has a Plan for Your Kids (This is How You Help Them Walk in it)

    Are we loving our kids… or avoiding our responsibility? So many parents say, “I don’t want to interfere. I’ll let them figure out who they are.” It sounds supportive. It sounds kind. But what if that mindset is actually setting them up for confusion? In this episode, we talk honestly about the responsibility God gives parents. Not to control our kids. Not to force our dreams on them. But to intentionally nurture the calling He placed on their lives. We discuss: • The danger of passive parenting • Why “I’ll love you no matter what” isn’t the full picture • How to balance guidance without unhealthy pressure • Why eternity matters more than scholarships and status • How to recognize and nurture your child’s God-given gifts • Practical steps for helping them build a strong spiritual foundation Your kids were not created randomly. They were designed on purpose, for a purpose, and entrusted to you on purpose. You can’t take the journey for them — but you are responsible for giving them the map. You only get a short window before they leave your home. Be intentional. Pray boldly. Lead courageously. If this episode encouraged you, share it with another parent who needs this reminder.

    49 min
  5. Why Christian Families Are Rethinking Their Children’s Education

    Mar 18

    Why Christian Families Are Rethinking Their Children’s Education

    What is the real purpose of education? Is it to get a job… make money… build a successful life? Or is there something deeper that we’ve completely missed? In this episode, we unpack what God actually says about education—and why so many families today feel like something is off with the system. We talk about: Why education was never meant to be separated from GodThe hidden shift that changed schools over timeWhy parents are still the primary educators (whether we realize it or not)How kids are designed to learn—and why many are struggling todayThe difference between memorizing information and actually learningHow to raise children who love learning, think deeply, and follow GodWe also share personal experiences from homeschooling, teaching, and raising a family centered on Christ—and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. If you’ve ever questioned the direction of education, felt overwhelmed as a parent, or sensed that God is calling you to something different… this conversation is for you. ❤️ Final Thought You don’t need to have it all figured out. If God is stirring something in your heart, He will guide you—and make a way.

    53 min
  6. How They Strategically Removed God From Public Schools… And The Destructive Results

    Mar 5

    How They Strategically Removed God From Public Schools… And The Destructive Results

    Episode #08 The government school system (aka "public school") was literally designed to kill Christianity. The founders didn't hide their agenda at all, they put their plans in writing and set out to conquer overthrow the Christian culture in America during the 1930's by targeting the most vulnerable demographic: our kids. In just 30 years, they executed their plan and were able to remove all traces of Christianity from the classroom. They sold the American public on the idea of a "neutral, but still moral" education, but lurking below the surface of their manipulative words was a demonic design. What these powerful men of academia did was not just remove the Christian religion from the classroom, they actually replaced it with their own religion. In their own words, "The battle for humankind's future must be waged and won in the public school classroom by teachers who correctly perceive their role as the proselytizers of a new faith -- utilizing a classroom instead of a pulpit to carry (our) values into wherever they teach." This extremely organized plan was executed with precision, and has left a wake of destruction in its path. Recent studies show that less than 1% of America's young adults hold to a Biblical worldview (even if they claim to be a Christian.) If you are a parent or caretaker of children, you need to hear this information, Our culture is finally starting to see the rotten fruit of the government school system, but as Christians we cannot take lightly the future of the next generation. We need to ensure they have an education built on God's Truth, and there is no possibility of them receiving that in a public school building. Give your Christian son or daughter a real education that will teach them who they are and what they were meant to be. Foundations are not meant to be rebuilt, make sure you are helping them build theirs the right way. What's in this episode: 00:00 Preview & Intro 01:47 An analogy of the Church 06:31 A note for Christian teachers and administrators 07:53 Neutral does not exist 09:17 A History of Government Schooling 14:32 The religion that Replaced Christianity in the Classroom 15:59 Quotes from the founders of Humanism on the Public School Takeover 18:38 The Tragic Results of No Christian Resistance 24:12 An International Comparison 29:00 Fight for your Children! 33:55 Responding to the Top 2 Arguments for Partnering with Public School 38:47 Education Always Costs Something. Will You Pay it? #christianpodcast #christianliving #christianfamily #powerofprayer #bibletruth #naturalmedicine #medicinegodsway

    42 min
  7. The Reading List Replacing Screens in Our Home (25 Books for Christian Kids ages 5-12)

    Feb 18

    The Reading List Replacing Screens in Our Home (25 Books for Christian Kids ages 5-12)

    Episode #07 Finding clean, wholesome content can be really difficult, if not impossible these days. While screens are melting our kids' minds and turning the next generation into robots who just regurgitate their favorite influencers' opinions (or even worse, ChatGPT's opinions!) we are a family of seven who has seen abundant fruit from nurturing a love in our children for reading. Reading develops problem-solving abilities, vocabulary, and empathy for others, it's even lowers stress and helps kids sleep better at night. The benefits of reading are far reaching and long lasting. Even so, although books are a much better and safer option than any device, parents need to be diligent in monitoring the books their kids are reading. Your local library probably has board books written for 3 years olds convincing them they should try casting spells or trying out a new gender. This is where our 3 co-hosts can help you out. On average, they read several hundred books each year! In this conversation, they each share about their 3 favorites, and we round out the list of our Family's top 25 books for Christian kids (age 5-12). Here is our list (in no particular order): 1- The Lighthouse Family- https://amzn.to/4rdqn5u 2- Grandmas Attic- https://amzn.to/4qGUB0Q 3- Kingdom's Dawn- https://amzn.to/4k8OPCY 4- Tumtum & Nutmeg: Adventures Beyond Nutmouse Hall- https://amzn.to/4qIEpMN 5- Happy Little Family- https://amzn.to/49MokhC 6- The Green Ember- https://amzn.to/4rgEdnL 7- Tales from Maple Ridge- https://amzn.to/4a1u2wr 8- The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls- https://amzn.to/4rf453w 9- The Wingfeather Saga- https://amzn.to/3ZyKjE6 10- The Vanderbeekers- https://amzn.to/4bYUpFE 11- Little House 12- Robin Hood 13- All of a Kind Family 14- The Chronicles of Narina 15- Charlotte's Web 16- Prince Warriors 17- The Family Under the Bridge 18- The Baxter Family Children (Best Family Ever) 19- The Tale of Despereaux 20- Little Britches 21- Caddie Woodlawn 22- Alone yet not Alone 23- The Cabin Faced West 24- The Ark, the Reed & the Fire Cloud 25a- Classic Starts: King Arthur 25b- Classic Starts: Anne of Green Gables 25c- Classic Starts: Pinocchio

    38 min
  8. Our Families are being Consumed by Content. This is how we Stop it.

    Feb 4

    Our Families are being Consumed by Content. This is how we Stop it.

    Episode #06 Over 60% of parents feel guilty about the amount of time their kids spend in front of a screen, and 50% of them believe their children may have an addiction to their screens. They probably aren't wrong. America's next generation has a problem: the content they have been consuming is now consuming them. Social anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide have never been as high, and although there is more than one factor, screens are a major factor in this epidemic. It's not hard to figure out when we look at the statistics, the average American, including kids, spends around 8 hours a day in front of a screen. That's 1/3 of our life! Even small children are now hooked on the dopamine hits from this synthetic alternate reality, and being turned into drones who are struggling to function in real life. Join us as we dive deeper into this national, if not worldwide problem, and discuss what our family has done to make sure screens and content will not steal what God intends for our kids' future. What's in this episode: 00:00 Intro 03:04 When Free Time = Screen Time 13:03 Chew & Spit 28:27 What seeds are you planting? 32:16 You've got the Means to Replace the Screens 45:14 Lead by Example 47:17 Three Steps for Success 52:25 Outtake: Kendra can't have a conversation by herself #christianpodcast #christianliving #christianfamily #powerofprayer #bibletruth #naturalmedicine #medicinegodsway

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Life with Jesus. Served family-style. If you want to raise godly kids, build strong marriages, and live healthy, Kingdom-minded lives through practical biblical wisdom, we're glad you're here! We're a Spirit-filled family of 7 that is passionate about helping families deepen their faith, develop whole-body health, and define their Kingdom purpose. Drawing on our experiences as a high school Bible teacher and a homeschool Mom, we're having real, raw conversations about the ups and downs of everyday, Christian family life. From parenting and marriage to spiritual warfare, our ambition is to guide, strengthen, equip and encourage families like yours as you grow in your faith together one day at a time. Subscribe if you are serious about cultivating a Christ-centered home and helping your family follow Jesus in every area of life, not just within the walls of the church building. We would love to have you pull a chair up to the table and join the conversation! -Zack & Kendra Rackovan

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  • Creator
    Zack and Kendra Rackovan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © A Free Range Faith 2025
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