The Christ Centered Life

Episode 104: Commissioning Your Graduate

Derek and Lindsay aim to help parents view the sending of their grads as more than just flying the nest. It's a commissioning. Christian parents have worked to disciple their children, so why stop when it matters most? In this episode, the Allens share 4 ways to commission your graduate when the time comes for them to leave home.

Episode 103: War. What Is it Good For?

In this episode of The Christ-Centered Life, Derek and Lindsay explore how Christians should think about war in light of Scripture, focusing especially on the recent conflict unfolding in Iran. Drawing from the historic Christian Just War tradition, they walk through the key biblical and ethical principles believers must consider when evaluating warfare, national defense, and the morality of armed conflict.

The C2 Life Ep 102: Boys and Knives (And Other Dangerous Things)

A listener asked, and Derek and Lindsay responded. How should parents approach allowing kids to have and use pocket knives and other potentially dangerous tools or weapons? Derek and Lindsay share insights from their childhood and parenting experiences, along with a few concepts from Scripture to guide parents in making these decisions.

The C2 Life Episode 101: Boys to Men

What does it take for a boy to become a man? How are moms and dads instrumental in this process? In this episode, Derek and Lindsay discuss a Christ-centered perspective on helping boys grow to become young men by identifying three main markers of maturity to look for and cultivate.

The C2 Life Episode 100: Five Danger Zones of Church Involvement

If you find yourself thinking "I went to the danger zone", you're not alone. It is easy to slip into one of these 5 danger zones as it relates to church involvement. Derek and Lindsay offer guidance on evaluating your relationship with the local church, recognizing the dangers that may be just around the corner, and taking some next steps to get back to a healthy place with the church family.