The Gospel Shaped Family Podcast

Helping Children Develop a Biblical View of Creation with Dr. Christopher Rupe

Most Christian parents want their children to trust the Bible, but few feel equipped to answer the questions their kids are already hearing. In this episode, Josh and Jen sit down with Dr. Christopher Rupe, sedimentary geologist and president of Back2Genesis, to talk about why Genesis 1–11 is foundational to the entire Christian worldview, not a secondary doctrine to be sidestepped. Dr. Rupe walks parents through the specific claims children encounter, from dinosaur timelines to so-called ape-men, and explains how a clear, confident understanding of biblical history equips families to answer those questions honestly and faithfully. He also addresses how popular old-earth frameworks like the gap theory and day-age theory undermine the very doctrines they claim to preserve. If you've ever felt underprepared when your child asks about fossils, the flood, or where dinosaurs fit in the Bible, this episode gives you the foundation, and the tools, to lead them well. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc [https://bit.ly/50thingspc] Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc [https://bit.ly/rangsfpc]  Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc [https://bit.ly/gsfhpc]    Back2Genesis.org [http://back2genesis.org]

What Is Biblical Justice? Why Social Justice Is a Dangerous Counterfeit with Scott David Allen

Justice may be one of the most important words in the Bible — and one of the most distorted in our culture. In this episode, Josh sits down with Scott David Allen, president of the Disciple Nations Alliance and author of Why Social Justice Is Not Biblical Justice, to unpack what genuine, biblical justice actually means and how it differs fundamentally from the ideology reshaping schools, churches, and governments today. Scott walks through a clear, scripturally-grounded definition of justice as conformity to God's moral standard — the same standard rooted in his character, revealed in the Ten Commandments, and fulfilled at the cross. He traces the Marxist roots of modern social justice, explains how it redefines sin, salvation, and human dignity, and describes the real-world consequences already playing out in cities like Minneapolis and Portland. For parents and grandparents, this conversation ends where it matters most: the home. Scott gives practical guidance on how to model and teach biblical justice and mercy to the next generation — and why doing so is one of the most urgent callings of Christian family life right now. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc [https://bit.ly/50thingspc] Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc [https://bit.ly/rangsfpc]  Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc [https://bit.ly/gsfhpc]  Disciple Nations Alliance: https://disciplenations.org/ [https://disciplenations.org/]  Why Social Justice Is Not Biblical Justice: https://a.co/d/0bNOWi3I

Setting Healthy Boundaries with Technology in Your Home with Arlene Pellicane

Most parents know screens are a problem. Few have a plan. In this practical and encouraging conversation, Josh sits down with Arlene Pellicane — speaker, author of Screen Kids, and host of the Happy Home podcast — to talk about what it actually looks like to raise children with healthy boundaries around technology. Arlene and her husband raised their three kids through high school without social media, video games, or smartphones. The fruit speaks for itself: kids who can focus, communicate with adults, solve problems, and walk with God without a device in hand. Arlene breaks down the neuroscience of what screens do to the developing brain, explains the difference between casual use, at-risk behavior, and addiction, and offers a tiered family technology plan — from the Platinum Plan (delay everything through high school) to practical bronze-level wins any family can start this week. She also addresses the real-world questions parents face: How do your kids communicate with friends without a phone? What do you do when the device becomes a babysitter? And what happens when a child already seems addicted? This episode is a gift to any parent who wants to be proactive — not reactive — about technology in the home. Come for the practical tools; stay for the vision of children shaped by the gospel rather than a screen.   Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc [https://bit.ly/50thingspc] Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc [https://bit.ly/rangsfpc]  Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc [https://bit.ly/gsfhpc]  Happy Home Podcast: https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/ [https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/]  Screen Kids Book: https://a.co/d/0hDpiIKi [https://a.co/d/0hDpiIKi]

10 Practical Ways to Make the Most of Your Family Summer

Summer offers a unique opportunity for families to move from the frantic pace of the school year into a season of intentionality. With extracurriculars on pause and longer daylight hours, parents have a strategic window to deepen relationships and build a legacy of faith. This episode provides a roadmap for maximizing the precious months of summer that parents have before their children reach adulthood. From establishing new family rhythms to incorporating biblical history into your patriotic celebrations, Josh and Jen share practical ideas to help your children grow closer to Christ while making lifelong memories. Whether it is working together on a garden, embarking on outdoor adventures, or prioritizing time with grandparents, this conversation is designed to help you reach the end of August without the regret of wasted time. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc [https://bit.ly/50thingspc] Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc [https://bit.ly/rangsfpc]  Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc [https://bit.ly/gsfhpc]

What Does it Mean for a Man to Lead a Family?

Fathers play a monumental role in the spiritual health of the next generation. A landmark 35 year study involving 3000 family members reveals that the active involvement of a father is the most critical factor in whether children retain their faith into adulthood. When a father is perceived as warm and engaged, he becomes the tipping point for a child’s lifelong commitment to Christ. This episode explores the biblical "job description" for men, moving past cultural confusion to find clarity in God’s design. We discuss the three primary responsibilities of a godly head: leading through servant-heartedness, providing both financially and spiritually, and protecting the family as a watchful warrior. Whether you are a father looking for direction or a mother seeking to support the men in your life, this conversation offers practical, scriptural foundations for building a legacy of faith.   Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc [https://bit.ly/50thingspc] Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc [https://bit.ly/rangsfpc]  Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc [https://bit.ly/gsfhpc]