44 - Is Homeschooling a Calling, When Kids Ask "Why," and Getting to Know the Waynes!

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. 2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle More info here [https://generations.org/shepherds].  Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou Generations.org  [https://store.generations.org/]

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. 2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle More info here [https://generations.org/shepherds].  Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou Generations.org  [https://store.generations.org/]

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. 2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle More info here [https://generations.org/shepherds].  Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou Generations.org  [https://store.generations.org/]

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. 2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle More info here [https://generations.org/shepherds].  Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou Generations.org  [https://store.generations.org/]

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. 2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle More info here [https://generations.org/shepherds].  Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here [https://store.generations.org/products/a-hive-of-busy-bees]. Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou Generations.org  [https://store.generations.org/]