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Raising Them Up

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Generations Media Network presents Raising Them Up: A Christian Parenting Q&A. Hosted by Israel & Brook Wayne.

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S2 · E16
June 16 · 31 min
48 - Single Parenting a Rebellious Teen Son, and Marrying Someone With a Pornography Past
A single mom asks how to address her son's growing resistance to household responsibilities, and another parent wonders how to handle a daughter's suitor who has been honest about a pornography struggle. Israel and Brook offer biblical wisdom, drawing on Israel's own experience growing up without a father, and point listeners toward trusted counseling resources. 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 discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E15
June 9 · 30 min
47 - Barrenness, Wolves in the Co-op, and State Homeschool Organizations
What do you do when God doesn't open the womb, and you don't know why? Israel and Brook bring biblical wisdom and pastoral honesty to the pain of infertility. Then they turn to a question about a progressive family causing division in a Christian homeschool co-op, as well as advice for joining a state homeschool organization. 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 discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E14
June 2 · 30 min
46 - Choosing Companions Wisely, What Age to Stop Spanking Boys, and Should Christians Reform Public Schools?
Who should be the primary influencers on your children? At what age does spanking boys start to become counter-productive? And is it worth it for Christians to seek to reform the public school system by attending school board meetings and other events? Listen to Israel and Brook answer these three questions this week. 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 discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E14
May 26 · 32 min
45 - Defining a Biblical Marriage, and What to Do With Boys After School
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 week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E13
May 19 · 31 min
44 - Is Homeschooling a Calling, When Kids Ask "Why," and Getting to Know the Waynes!
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 help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E12
May 12 · 31 min
43 - Teen Romance, Angry Children, and Disrespectful Sons
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 biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E12
May 5 · 29 min
42 - Boys and War Interest, Managing Homeschool Disruptions, and Pride in a 12-Year-Old
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 help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E11
April 28 · 31 min
41 - Unrealistic Sports Dreams, Talking to Kids About Homosexuality, and Homeschool Doubt
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 parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E10
April 21 · 31 min
40 - Kitchen Chores for Kids, When to Teach Apologetics, and Burnout for Moms
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 discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567. Generations.org
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S2 · E9
April 14 · 31 min
39 - Overwhelmed with Eight Kids, How Much Should Moms Serve at Church, and Teen Crushes
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. Generations.org
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S2 · E8
April 7 · 31 min
38 - Family Pushback on Parenting Choices, Biblical Finances for Kids, and Charging Adult Children Rent
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 hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges. Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust. Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.
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