
What does the Bible actually say constitutes a marriage - and how should parents respond when their adult daughter is living with her boyfriend and claiming they consider themselves already married? And once homeschool wraps up for the day, how do you keep boys ages 8–13 productively engaged without handing them a screen? Israel and Brook tackle these two listener questions with biblical wisdom and practical direction. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each...
May 26
32 min

Is homeschooling a calling for every parent? What do you do when your seven-year-old responds to every instruction with "why?" Israel and Brook share practical wisdom on training young children toward first-time obedience. Plus, get to know Israel and Brook a little better as they share about their family and background! Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical h...
May 19
32 min

What should parents do when a teenage boy wants to pursue a relationship? What do you do with a child whose anger lasts for hours? And how do you address a son who justifies his disrespect by pointing to his father? Israel and Brook answer real listener questions with practical, Bible-based guidance for parents navigating these challenging seasons. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with ...
May 12
32 min

How should parents think biblically about a son’s fascination with war and battle? What can a homeschooling mom do when discipline moments derail the entire school day? And how do you address pride and selfish patterns in a 12-year-old boy? Israel and Brook offer practical, Scripture-rooted guidance for each of these challenges. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical...
May 5
29 min

What do you do when your teen is set on an unrealistic sports career? When should you begin talking to your children about homosexuality—and how do you do it biblically? And what if other parents’ choices leave you doubting your ability to homeschool? Israel and Brook work through each of these questions with a focus on wisdom, conviction, and faithfulness in the home. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life pare...
Apr 28
32 min

What’s the best way to organize kitchen cleanup with multiple children? Should apologetics training start earlier than we think? And how can weary moms stay faithful when the work never seems to end? Tune in to hear Israel and Brook answer these three questions. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to dis...
Apr 21
32 min

What do you do when you have eight children, squabbles are erupting everywhere, and you're already mentally exhausted? How much should a homeschooling mom with young children — including one with autism — be serving at church before it becomes too much? And how do you help your teenager navigate a crush on someone when you believe romance should wait until marriage? Listen to Israel and Brook tackle these three listener questions. 2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle More i...
Apr 14
31 min

What do you do when your own family accuses you of sinning for your parenting decisions? How can you cultivate a heart of generosity in a child who is becoming consumed by money? And how much should you charge an adult child who is living at home? Tune in to hear Israel and Brook address these three questions. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel ...
Apr 7
32 min

What do you do when one child blazes through schoolwork while another takes three times as long? How do you prepare young children for immodesty they'll encounter at a family reunion without making them judgmental? And what does the Bible say about how to handle a child who steals (more than once)? Israel and Brook tackle these three listener questions with practical wisdom and biblical direction. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising T...
Mar 31
31 min

What do you do when your husband refuses to lead spiritually, your preschooler's tantrums are derailing your homeschool day, and your second grader is being exposed to inappropriate content on school tablets? Tune in to hear Israel and Brook address these three questions. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling confl...
Mar 24
32 min
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