Faith & Family Growth

With Drew & Jermika

Faith & Family Growth with Drew & Jermika: Share Real Conversations About Marriage, Parenting, Discipline, and Walking with God in Everyday Life. We believe faith isn’t separate from family—it’s built in the small, daily moments. 📅 New episodes every Tuesday at 8:00 AM EST 💛 Subscribe and grow with us as we live, learn, and walk by faith — together.

  1. JAN 13

    Parenting While Healing: What Families Don’t Talk About

    Parenting is one of the most meaningful and challenging journeys a family can walk through — especially when you’re raising kids while still healing yourself. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about parenting while healing from past trauma, navigating personal growth as parents, and what it really looks like to build a family while you’re still becoming whole yourself. Many couples and parents assume they need to be “fully healed” before they can lead their families well. But the reality is that healing and parenting often happen at the same time — especially during seasons of transition, marriage, relocation, and spiritual realignment. In this conversation, we explore: Parenting while healing from childhood trauma Personal growth during marriage and parenthood Raising children while navigating emotional healing How therapy supports parents and families The impact of unresolved wounds on family rhythms Faith, healing, and parenting through hard seasons How community support helps parents grow and heal Marriage is often viewed as a fresh start, but for many couples it reveals areas that still need healing. We talk about preparing for marriage, personal development, and how emotional healing can surface unexpectedly once you begin sharing life, space, and responsibility with another person. Parenting has a way of bringing old wounds to the surface. As families grow — especially when welcoming additional children — new challenges can highlight the need for deeper healing. We discuss how parenting can be a catalyst for healing, self-awareness, and faith-driven growth. We also talk openly about therapy for parents, the importance of addressing trauma, and the powerful realizations that come from doing the inner work. Healing isn’t always comfortable, but it is often necessary for building healthier families and relationships. No family is meant to heal or grow alone. Community plays a vital role in helping parents navigate healing, faith, and family life. Spaces like the Breakthrough Community exist to offer support, understanding, and connection for parents walking similar paths. Healing while parenting is not a destination — it’s an ongoing process. This episode is for parents, couples, and families who are: Raising kids while still healing Navigating faith and family transitions Learning to lead their homes without having it all figured out Choosing honesty over perfection If you’re parenting in the middle of your own healing journey, you’re not alone. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, family rhythms, marriage, healing, and life transitions.👉 Join our community and continue the journey of parenting, healing, and growing together. Parenting, Marriage, and Personal GrowthHealing Past Trauma While Raising a FamilyTherapy, Trauma, and Emotional HealingThe Importance of Community SupportParenting While Healing Is a Journey

    44 min
  2. 12/30/2025

    Culture Shock in the Dominican Republic: What Our Family Learned Beyond the Villa

    In this episode, we discuss our recent trip to the Dominican Republic, sharing our initial impressions and experiences navigating a new culture and language. We recount stories from our travels, including an encounter with locals using machetes, and our thoughts on the area's economic disparities. We reflect on our observations of local life and the importance of investing in communities meaningfully. We also share how these experiences influence our ideas for future business ventures and community development. Tune in for insights on cultural exposure, personal growth, and a special announcement about our upcoming couples' health challenge.00:00 Introduction: Machete in the Grass00:18 Virgin Islands Gym Adventure01:03 First Impressions of the Dominican Republic02:21 Navigating the Airport and Local Help05:11 Driving in the Dominican Republic08:02 Cultural Observations and Reflections13:20 Economic Disparities and Local Labor17:18 Creating Opportunities and Final Thoughts19:23 Building Local Economies19:52 The Power of Exposure20:23 Understanding Community Needs21:09 Reflections on Personal Gain22:14 Teaching and Empowering Others22:58 Navigating Business Opportunities26:20 Cultural Exposure for Children30:09 Future Business Ideas36:02 Upcoming Challenge Announcement37:48 Final Thoughts and Subscriber GoalTwo ways we can help you:The Breakthrough is where faith, fitness, and calling collide.A real community to break patterns, build strength, and move forward with clarity, courage, and God-aligned purpose. https://www.skool.com/the-word-wellne...Join the book club! Join us in exploring Church Girl by Sarita Lyons—a heartfelt journey designed for those seeking a deeper connection with God and community. This book is perfect for new believers, those who feel a call for a closer relationship with Christ, women being called to ministry, and anyone who has been churched but knows they desire more than a surface-level faith.https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%...[0]=AT1WGcA6o_PWnLMH4VYp5Y-lqzZY7tPxGVzeWSsu_u24cWaGroCDt1JOjb1zCwvlPOhhio20VpNdWX26HyCNLUy2WMs-ksX61wMqXCj-qdL3r6S0fy7GuFZXPqAWGZpx-zdoR7VzWQauk1tDBJt4CdsRsd__sY6-qK-bQPzVVsWMdx3tjqybtcF4jb8

    38 min
  3. 12/23/2025

    What Nobody Tells You About Raising a Special Needs Adult Child

    Introduction: The Journey Begins Raising a child with special needs is a journey filled with unique challenges—and profound rewards. In this conversation, we explore the realities of parenting an adult child on the autism spectrum, from early diagnosis to adulthood, sharing struggles, triumphs, and lessons learned. Our daughter was diagnosed at age three. Parenting didn’t follow the typical script. As a single mom, balancing life with a child in a neurodivergent world required patience, strength, and adaptability. Educating ourselves on autism helped us move from confusion to advocacy. By honoring our daughter’s unique abilities, we fostered an environment where she could thrive. Now a graduate of a renowned culinary institute, our daughter inspires us daily. But parenting an adult child with autism brings new challenges—society often expects conformity rather than celebrating diversity. Our journey involves helping her find confidence in her identity while navigating life’s milestones in her own way. It’s about letting go while supporting her individuality. Having friends and family who truly understand makes a world of difference. Even small acts of support can have a big impact. Faith has been our anchor. We’ve learned to steward our daughter’s life rather than control it, trusting God’s timing and plan. This trust has brought freedom and peace in the midst of challenges. To parents on a similar path: stay resilient, love steadfastly, and celebrate every small victory. Progress isn’t always linear, but God guides every step. We hope our story inspires other families to approach their journey with hope, faith, and love. We’d love for you to be part of our Book Club on Sarta Lyons’ Church Girl starting January 8th. It’s a free space to get honest, aligned, and moving. Here’s what you’ll get: Spot blind spots driving your patterns Break cycles keeping you stuck Build real strength spiritually, mentally, and physically Align faith, habits, and calling Lead with clarity and courage No perfection. No pretending. Just presence, purpose, and progress—together. 🏠 Welcome home. Book Club Link: Join Here Separate from the book club, The Breakthrough is a space to strengthen your body, renew your mind, and walk boldly in God’s calling. What you’ll experience: Spot blind spots driving your patterns Break cycles keeping you stuck Build real strength spiritually, mentally, and physically Align faith, habits, and calling Lead with clarity and courage No perfection. No pretending. Just presence, purpose, and progress—together. 🏠 The Breakthrough Link: Join Here Understanding Autism and Family DynamicsNavigating Young AdulthoodThe Importance of a Support SystemFaith and Parenting: Trusting the ProcessFinal Thoughts: Encouragement for ParentsJoin the Conversation: Book Club ✅Grow With Us: The Breakthrough Community

    57 min
  4. 12/16/2025

    We Almost Missed Our Cruise… By ONE MINUTE (Here’s What It Taught Us About Life)

    We were ONE minute from missing our cruise.One door closing away from disaster. What was supposed to be an exciting family trip turned into a full-blown sprint through the terminal… luggage in hand… a stranger yelling… our nerves shot… and a door about to close in our faces. Traffic. Delays. Miscommunication. One bad assumption about “boarding time” almost canceled everything. In this episode, we break down: • The exact moment we thought we were too late• Why driving to Miami almost cost us the whole trip• The lesson nobody tells you about cruise departure times• How ONE Uber driver saved the day• What nearly losing the trip taught us about stress, marriage, rest, and real life And then… something deeper happened. When we finally got on board?No rush.No pressure.No chaos. Just people laughing… connecting… breathing… living. Which made us realize something scary… 👉 The only time we rest… is when life forces us to. Not because we chose it. We talk about how we learned that rest is a muscle.And if you don’t intentionally train it — you won’t have it when you’re back in “real life.” If you’ve ever:• Been running late• Felt life moving too fast• Lived in survival mode• Been tired without knowing why …this episode is for you. Drop a comment:💬 “Have you ever had a close call like this?”💬 “What’s the most stressful travel story you’ve lived?” And if you’re planning a cruise soon…Watch this before you go.

    12 min

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Faith & Family Growth with Drew & Jermika: Share Real Conversations About Marriage, Parenting, Discipline, and Walking with God in Everyday Life. We believe faith isn’t separate from family—it’s built in the small, daily moments. 📅 New episodes every Tuesday at 8:00 AM EST 💛 Subscribe and grow with us as we live, learn, and walk by faith — together.