Raising Disciples

When Dreams Get Derailed: Walking Our Kids Through Disappointment

This one is personal to me and my family as we are navigating through a hardship for one of our daughters. I share a personal story watching my daughter go through a tough injury her senior year and how we are trying to get through it together and with our faith.

Parenting Patience: Staying Calm When Chaos Hits

If you've ever said "I'm not going to say it again" and then said it 14 more times, this episode is for YOU! We're talking all things patience. Bedtime meltdowns, sibling drama, Roblox purchases, teenage attitudes, and the deep breaths between them all. Patience doesn't come naturally, but it grows with experience, grace, and a whole lot of prayer. This one will make you laugh, nod along, and maybe rethink your bedtime strategy.

Discipline That Connects: Finding What Works for Your Child

In this episode of Raising Disciples, DJ opens up about the real side of disipline -- the part no parenting book prepares you for. We talk about how every child is different, why your first kid becomes the "trial run," and how even good parents often swing too hard or too soft when they're just trying to figure things out. The conversation is all about consistency, not perfection. We explore what to do when traditional discipline works...and what to do when it doesn't. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. But there is a way to discipline with respect, steadiness, and a long-term mindset. If you're raising multiple kids with completely different personalities-- or if you're deep in the learning curve with your very first child -- this episode will encourage you, challenge you, and help you build a home where discipline actually connects instead of divides.

How to Nurture a Faith That Lasts

In this heartfelt episode of Raising Disciples, DJ talks about what it means to plant roots of faith that can weather every season of life. You’ll hear personal stories from his own family, practical ways to weave God’s Word into daily routines, and encouragement for those moments when your kids question their beliefs. Through Scripture, real-life reflection, and hope-filled guidance, this episode reminds parents that lasting faith doesn’t grow in perfect soil — it grows in faithful soil. Perfect for Christian parents who want to raise kids who stay close to God, even when they step out on their own.

Helping Your Children Be Bold in Their Faith

In this first episode of Raising Disciples, DJ — a dad of four girls — shares his heart for raising kids who don’t just believe in Jesus but boldly live out their faith. From personal stories to biblical encouragement, this episode dives into one of the biggest challenges Christian parents face today: helping our children stand firm in a world that doesn’t always celebrate truth. You’ll hear about what inspired Raising Disciples, the importance of nurturing godly confidence in our kids, and how verses like 2 Timothy 1:7 remind us that God has given both parents and children a spirit of power, love, and self-control. If you’re a parent who wants to lead your family with faith and courage — this one’s for you.