Nov 19 2024 70 mins 4
In this conversation Cass sits down with author Harriet Connor (Parenting In God's Family - Youthworks Media) and delve into the themes of Christian parenting, exploring the significance of scripture, the apprenticeship model, and the importance of community. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, the role of discipline as discipleship, and the need for grace and wisdom in raising children. Harriet shares insights from her latest book 'Parenting in God's Family', emphasizing the need to view children as gifts from God and the importance of introducing them to their spiritual family. They also discuss the theological implications of parenting, emphasizing the importance of understanding our role as parents in light of being created in the image of God. Explore the challenges of raising children in a fallen world, the impact of generational sins, and the hope of redemption through Jesus. The conversation also touches on the role of the church in supporting families and the need for an eternal perspective in parenting.
Find Harriets book at https://youthworksmedia.net
And you can find Harriet at https://growingfaith.com.au/
TIME STAMPS
00:00
Introduction to Parenting in God's Family
06:08
Understanding Christian Parenting
11:57
Defining Christian Parenting
17:52
Discipline as Discipleship
23:54
The Importance of Community in Parenting
29:52
The Broader Definition of Family
36:25
The Image of God and Parenting
41:36
Generational Sins and Redemption
49:57
Jesus: The Perfect Son and Family Redefined
56:28
The Church's Role in Family and Community
01:08:03
Eternal Perspective in Parenting
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