The Disciple-Making Parent AudioBlog

Chap Bettis

In these short episodes of 5 to 10 minutes, Chap Bettis reads some of his most popular blog posts for your convenience. You will be equipped for family discipleship!

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Wednesday · 6 min
Protection Not Secrecy
Christians often confuse protection of their spouse and with secrecy. Learn the difference and how to handle the trials that come into any marriage. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/protection-not-secrecy/
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Monday · 7 min
Two Simple But Helpful Images For Your Marriage
Marriage can be difficult. But having these two images in your mind can be helpful. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/two-simple-images-for-your-marriage/
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October 23 · 3 min
Welcoming Church Guests As a Family Ministry
Learn about the importance of this underappreciated ministry to the church: welcoming our guests. To read the original post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/welcoming-church-guests-as-a-family-ministry/
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October 21 · 14 min
Family Pastor, Your Home Is Your Focus Group
For pastors, our own families can guide us in how we lead our churches. Listen to learn how. To read the original post, visit: https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/family-pastor-your-home-is-your-focus-group/
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October 19 · 6 min
Hints on Parenting from 1 Timothy 3:4-5
When Paul gives us qualities to look for in pastors, he also tells us a portion of what godly parenting looks like. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/hints-on-parenting-from-1-timothy-34-5/
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October 16 · 6 min
The Power of the Coffee Date
If you have a large family, you will benefit from a coffee date. After we had our fourth child, this habit helped us tremendously. Learn why and how. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/the-power-of-the-coffee-date/
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October 14 · 7 min
7 Ways to Persevere In the Parenting Marathon
Parenting is like a marathon. Before the race you are fresh and rested. You start with excitement. But this is not a sprint. Listen to learn some encouragment. To read the original blog post, visit...
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October 12 · 5 min
Mom Question: Are We More Needy Than Previous Generations?
I was asked this question by a mom. I answered, "No" and "Yes." Listen to why. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/mom-question-are-we-more-needy-than-previous-generations/
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October 9 · 7 min
Three Truths to Defeat the Comparison Virus
Comparison with others is a basic fact of life. What exactly would God say to us? What perspective does it take to be wise? To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/three-truths-to-defeat-the-comparison-virus/
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October 7 · 7 min
Church Elders Can Help With Your Family Crisis
If your family is going through a crisis, you may overlooked an obvious resource - your church elders. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/church-elders-family-crisis/
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October 5 · 6 min
Why Don't We Invite Input?
When it comes to parenting, there is much wisdom around us. But why dont we ask others for their input? This audioblog explores that question. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/why-dont-we-invite-input/
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October 2 · 6 min
The Power of a Joyful Parent
Would your children describe you as joyful? Learn about the power of joy in a family. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.theapollosproject.com/the-power-of-a-joyful-parent/
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September 30 · 3 min
Are You Overbearing or Self-Willed?
Is it a sin to be overbearing as a parent? Listen in as I examine the meaning of the term. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/are-you-overbearing-or-self-willed/
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September 28 · 7 min
One Aspect of Working with a Prodigal
How are we to respond to our prodigal child? Listen in as I discuss three main things to focus on in our parenting dynamic. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/one-aspect-of-working-with-a-prodigal/
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September 26 · 4 min
Are You Believing This Myth?
The ultimate goal of my Christian life is to have my children follow the Lord. Would you agree with this statement? Listen in as I examine this myth, and counter it with an important truth. To read the original post, visit...
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September 25 · 8 min
Training to Expect Slander
As Christians, we will be slandered for our faith. Here are some ways we can equip our children for the assault. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/training-our-children-to-expect-slander/
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September 23 · 7 min
Thoughts on Choosing a College
Listen in for some principles to help guide Christians in considering college options. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/thoughts-on-choosing-a-college/
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September 21 · 5 min
Four Practical Suggestions for Family Devotions
In this audioblog, I discuss some practical ideas to make family devotions function more smoothly. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/4-practical-suggestions-on-family-devotions/
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September 19 · 7 min
10 Suggestions for Family Devotions
There are many ways to engage our family in the Word together. Here are ten ideas that our family has used. To read the original blog post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/10-suggestions-on-what-to-do-for-family-devotions/
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September 18 · 7 min
7 Principles to Guide Family Devotions
Listen in as I discuss seven principles that guided our family in our devotions together. To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/7-principles-to-guide-family-devotions/
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