Parenting

Raising Financially Wise Kids: Biblical Insights for Parents with John Thornton

Money – it’s everywhere, yet rarely talked about in depth, especially from a biblical perspective. Did you know that nearly half of Jesus’ parables address money? In this powerful episode, Dr. John Thornton, CPA and author of Jesus’ Terrible Financial Advice, joins Davies Owens to explore how we can guide our children to become wise…

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Are You Sabotaging Your Parenting? Embracing the Unexpected with Scott Barron

Parenting and educating in a constantly changing world can feel overwhelming. In this insightful episode, Scott Barron, founder of School Growth and Educators Fellowship, shares his wisdom on navigating the challenges of raising and teaching children in what he calls an “uber-dynamic transient state.” Scott unpacks how to embrace change with humility, build trust within…

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Stop Searching for Advice: Keith McCurdy’s Simple Truths That Actually Work

Parenting in today’s world is harder than ever, with countless voices offering advice that often feels confusing or contradictory. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Keith McCurdy, a trusted counselor and expert with over 30 years of experience, dives into the challenge of finding trustworthy, biblical parenting wisdom. Keith unpacks why parents feel more overwhelmed…

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The Secret to a Thriving Home Life in a Busy World, with Charity Gibson

Balancing the demands of work, family, and faith can leave parents feeling stretched thin and overwhelmed. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Charity Gibson, author of The Working Homemaker, shares practical wisdom for Christian parents who desire a thriving home life, no matter how busy their days may be. From cultivating deep, lasting relationships with your children…

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Boundaries, Bravery, and Belovedness, with Noah Brink

How can we create spaces where children feel secure, valued, and empowered to thrive? In this episode, Davies Owens is joined by Dr. Noah Brink to explore the transformative power of belonging in the lives of children. Together, they unpack three essential pillars—boundaries, bravery, and belovedness—that help foster meaningful connections at home and in schools….

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Raising Sturdy Girls: Building Resilience, with Keith McCurdy

In this week’s Base Camp Live, Keith McCurdy shares insights on raising resilient and grounded young women in a culture filled with conflicting messages and challenges. Joined by host Davies Owens and his daughter Hannah, they discuss practical strategies for fostering emotional strength, identity, and capability in daughters, emphasizing the role of parents, faith, and…

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Equipping Dads to Lead with Purpose, with Kevin Goodnight

In this episode of Base Camp Live, host Davies Owens speaks with Kevin Goodnight, author of Dad Voted: Dads Devoted to Discovering Their Duty, Direction, and Destiny, about the vital role fathers play in shaping their children’s hearts, minds, and faith. Kevin shares insights from his personal journey and offers practical strategies for dads to…

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Screens: A Modern Parenting Dilemma, with Emily Harrison

In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens sits down with Emily Harrison to explore the challenge of managing screen time in today’s tech-saturated world. Emily, a mother and advocate for reducing screen time, shares practical tips for guiding children through their screen-filled environments, whether at home or in school. Drawing from her experience as…

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Exploring the Latest Parenting Trend: Gentle Parenting, with Keith McCurdy

There is no shortage of opinions and ‘right ways’ when it comes to parenting, with many claiming a Biblical perspective. Navigating these varying views—from authoritarian to permissive—can be challenging. The good news is that Keith McCurdy is back to discuss several trending parenting styles, including the latest approach known as ‘gentle parenting.’ While this method…

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Motivating Youth in a Lazy & Distracted World with Craig Hefner

Have you ever seen a young person struggling to get motivated, complaining about boredom, or seeming a bit lazy and apathetic? Or perhaps they’re the opposite, always busy, distracted, and jumping from one thing to the next throughout the day. This behavior is common in our modern world, but the ancients had a unique word…

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