The MAVEN Parent Podcast

The MAVEN Parent Podcast

Hosted by: Brett and Erin Kunkle

Brett and Erin Kunkle guide you through Christian parenting in a secular culture, with wisdom and a bunch of practical help.

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Parents, Are You Teachable?

As parents, we’re properly concerned about our kids being teachable. But even as adults, we must also remain teachable so that we can continue to grow in our knowledge and wisdom as parents and the spiritual leaders...
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Questions About Boys, Makeup & Secular Music

At the recent MAVEN Conference in Texas, attendees sent in their questions all throughout the weekend. The conference Q&A panel was only able to cover a limited amount of questions, so in this podcast episode,...
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3 Ways to Fight Discouragement

In a broken and fallen world, discouragement is a given, especially when it comes to our families. When our marriage is rocky, when our kids are struggling, or when other trials hit us, we can be overwhelmed by...
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5 Steps to Teach Kids the Christian Worldview

The results of a recent Barna study are sobering: the vast majority of Christian kids do not have a biblical worldview. Parents and church leaders must redouble their efforts and be intentional in teaching biblical...
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Can Your Kids Answer These 7 Questions?

According to recent Barna research, the vast majority of our kids do NOT have a Christian worldview. Barna identified seven cornerstones of a biblical worldview that significantly increase the chances that our kids...
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Deciphering the Sexual Revolution: A Deep Dive into Cultural Shifts and Their Impact

In this episode of the Maven Parent podcast, we delve into the profound cultural shifts surrounding sexuality and their implications on our understanding of gender roles, relationships, and self-identity. Drawing from...
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Do Kids Have Obligations to Their Parents?

“You do you. Live your truth.” Our secular culture constantly chips away with these self-oriented messages. Of course, ideas have consequences. A relativistic culture that pushes individual autonomy as the highest...
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The Lazy Approach to Evangelism w/Eric Hernandez

This week, Brett and Erin interview Eric Hernandez on his unique approach to evangelism. In this episode, they discuss the importance of asking the right questions and avoiding heated debates when engaging with...
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How To Love A Special Needs Kid

Families with special needs kids have unique opportunities but they also face unique challenges. How do you navigate life with your child? How do you navigate friends, family and church with a special needs kid? In...
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Help! My Kid is a Picky Eater!

How do we deal with kids that don’t want to eat the food we prepare? Should we make them a separate meals? How has American culture shaped our views about eating in unhealthy ways? In this episode, Brett and Erin...
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FOUR WAYS to Get Your Kids to Do CHORES

Work is such a good thing. So how do we pass on a biblical view of work to our kids and ACTUALLY get them to do work around our homes and contribute to family life? In this episode, we're diving into effective...
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FORCE your kids to go to church!

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