The MAVEN Parent Podcast

Brett and Erin Kunkle
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The MAVEN Parent Podcast Podcast

Brett and Erin Kunkle guide you through Christian parenting in a secular culture, with wisdom and a bunch of practical help.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Unpacking Our Culture's Obsession with Autonomy

    Personal autonomy is our culture's highest good. Unfortunately, Christians can unconsciously absorb this value to varying degrees and at our impressionable kids can easily adopt it wholesale. In this episdoe, Brett and Erin examine a recent article by Dr. Carl Truman reflecting on the recent Republican and Democratic Conventions and the elevating of autonomy and expressive individualism that is so entrenched in our culture's value system. Read the full article here: https://www.firstthings.com/web-exclusives/2024/08/the-exultant-nature-of-todays-abortion-advocacy MAVEN is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

    45 min

  2. SEP 3

    Your Kid's Primary Need Is Not What You Think

    Have you noticed that little kids are little rebels? Why is that? Misbehaving in popular, modern parenting paradigms would say that unmet needs equal bad behavior. But is that true? In this episode, Brett and Erin continue the conversation from last week and answer the question, "What do your kids really need?" The answer may be not be what you think. Don't miss part 1 of this conversation! Watch it here: https://linktw.in/yFjQwy MAVEN is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

    45 min

  3. AUG 27

    What Do Your Kids Really Need?

    We have been conditioned by the culture to see the world primarily through a therapeutic and psychological lens. As a result, secular ideas and values can creep into our thinking about parenting and what we perceive to be the most important needs of our kids. And what drops out is a biblical perspective. Brett and Erin discuss this modern trend and compare it to what the Christian worldview says about parenting and kids' needs. Peaceful Parent Basic Needs Checklist: https://www.peacefulparent.com/basic-needs-checklist-for-parents/ Have you redeemed your 30% off a MAVEN Video Course yet? Fill out the form and get yours here: https://equip.maventruth.com The Texas MAVEN Conference is around the corner. Register today! https://www.mavenconferences.com/texas

    52 min

  4. AUG 20

    Why Humility Matters More Than Ever in a Celebrity-Obsessed World w/ J. Warner Wallace

    Where do you put your identity? We all struggle with various idols in our lives—things we put higher than Christ. How do we overcome the idols in our lives and how do we help our kids discern when they need to investigate their idols as well? In this episode, Brett and Erin continue their discussion with Christian apologist and former cold case detective J. Warner Wallace about his new book The Truth in True Crime. Check out J. Warner Wallace's book: https://thetruthintruecrime.com Come hear J. Warner Wallace at the Texas MAVEN Conference: https://www.mavenconferences.com/texas MAVEN is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

    1h 4m

  5. AUG 13

    Is the Bible History? w/ J. Warner Wallace

    How do you think and talk about the Bible with your kids? Do they get the impression the scriptures gives us an accurate historical record of real people, places and events? In this episode, Brett and Erin welcome back to the podcast cold-case detective and Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace as they interview him about his journey to faith, reading the Bible with a forensic lens, and why we need talk with our kids about how the Bible is grounded in historical facts and events. Check out J. Warner Wallace's work at https://coldcasechristianity.com. Are you registered for our upcoming livestream? Tune in on August 20th at 5 pm Pacific Time for a conversation on Why Gentle Parenting Doesn't Work With Real Kids. The discussion will also include a live Q & A with Brett and Erin, so be sure to bring all your pressing parenting questions. Register here to get the link to the stream: https://maventruth.ticketspice.com/livestream-event-why-gentle-parenting-doesnt-work-with-real-kids MAVEN is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

    52 min

  6. AUG 6

    4 Common Obstacles to Reading the Bible and How to Overcome Them

    Scripture reading—whether individually or in a family setting—is essential to edification and growing in faith. However, due to our culture's strong bent towards individualism, many of us have picked up some bad Bible-reading habits we need to spot in order to make sure we're reading Scripture accurately and objectively. In this episode, Brett and Erin discuss four common obstacles to Bible reading that they've encountered in mainstream Christianity and provide you with a practical plan to transform and strengthen your family Bible reading. Upcoming Livestream: "Why Gentle Parenting Doesn't Work For Real Kids" on August 20th at 5 pm PST. The discussion will also include a LIVE Q & A with Brett and Erin, so bring your parenting questions! Register for our event here: https://maventruth.ticketspice.com/livestream-event-why-gentle-parenting-doesnt-work-with-real-kids MAVEN is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

    49 min

  7. JUL 30

    3 Parenting Hacks You Need to Try

    Summertime is in full swing and kids are heading back to school soon. In this episode, Brett and Erin talk about three random parenting tips to help you take advantage of summer downtime and make it more fruitful for kids to learn the life lessons they need. MAVEN is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

    33 min

  8. JUL 23

    Responding to the Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump

    The events over the past few weeks have been full of unprecedented twists and turns—most notably, the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. What do we make of this tragic event? How do we help our kids navigate these confusing and charged times? In this episode, Brett and Erin respond to the assassination attempt and remind us how the Christian worldview can help us make sense of our culture.

    43 min
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Brett and Erin Kunkle guide you through Christian parenting in a secular culture, with wisdom and a bunch of practical help.

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  • Creator
    Brett and Erin Kunkle
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    180
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Maven Truth
  • Show Website
    The MAVEN Parent Podcast

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