Episodes
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Welcome to our newest season of the Rooted Parent Podcast. In this season, Cameron and Anna will dive into possibly the most beloved chapter in all of Scripture: Romans 8. They will discuss the nuts and bolts of what it means to “walk in the Spirit,” and what that looks like for moms and dads in everyday life with their children. In this first episode, Cameron and Anna begin in Galatians 5 with the fruit of the Spirit and give some context for what it actually means to take one step at a time in the guidance and strength of the Holy Spirit. Join us for this new season; we hope it will offer parents comfort, wisdom, and peace in the companionship of our good God.
“We are very vulnerable to slipping into the flesh when it comes to our kids.”
References:
Galatians 5Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Melissa Kruger, the Director of Women’s Content at The Gospel Coalition, joins Cameron and Anna to discuss her new book Parenting With Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age. Written from her own experience of raising teenagers, Parenting With Hope encourages parents to seek the Lord’s wisdom as they parent out of the basic guiding principles of Scripture. Listen in as Cameron, Anna, and Melissa discuss the power of prayer, the value of weekly church attendance, and the most common idols parents face. Finally, you’ll hear them share some tools that can help parents cultivate a home where faith can flourish and parent out of the hope of the gospel.
Resources:
Parenting With Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age by Melissa Kruger Age of Opportunity: A Biblical Guide to Parenting Teensby Paul David Tripp The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist’s Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults by Frances E. Jensen The Price of Privilege: How Parental Pressure and Material Advantage are Creating a Generation of Disconnected and Unhappy Kids by Madeline Levine Check out more Rooted resources on prayer here Check out more Rooted resources on church hereParents, we hope you’ll join us for our 2024 conference in Dallas, TX.Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Cameron and Anna sit down with mother-daughter duo Clarissa and Fiona Moll, authors of the recent book Hurt, Help, and Hope: A Real Conversation About Teen Grief and Life After Loss. Drawing from their own personal experience of loss, Clarissa and Fiona have created an invaluable resource for teenagers— and those who love them!— as they navigate loss. Cameron and Anna discuss with the Molls how children, teenagers, and parents grieve in different ways and how parents can navigate that dynamic in the home. Clarissa and Fiona also share some practical tools to implement in a season of grief. Most importantly, listen to hear them share about the healing balm Jesus offers in the midst of ongoing grief.
Resources:
Hurt, Help, Hope: A Real Conversation About Teen Grief and Life After Loss by Clarissa Moll and Fiona Moll Beyond the Darkness: A Gentle Guide for Living With Grief and Thriving After Loss by Clarissa Moll Check out more Rooted resources on grief here. Parents, we hope you’ll join us for our 2024 conference in Dallas, TX.Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Cameron and Anna talk with Faith Chang about Christian perfectionism in parenting. Faith is a pastor’s wife and mom of 4 who works with Westminster Books and serves on the editorial board of the SOLA Network. She is also the author of the book Peace Over Perfection: Enjoying a Good God When You Feel You’re Never Good Enough. Listen in as Cameron, Anna, and Faith discuss what exactly Christian perfectionism is and how it tends to manifest itself in our parenting. They also share advice for parents who see their own children struggle with perfectionism. Weary parents who constantly fear failing their children will be encouraged to rest in God’s sovereignty and his invitation to “come and rest."
Resources:
Peace Over Perfection by Faith ChangCheck out more Rooted resources on gospel-centered parenting here.Anxiety: Finding the Better Story by Liz Edrington Parents, we hope you’ll join us for our 2024 conference in Dallas, TX.Follow us @rootedministry!
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Rooted introduces a new podcast focused on youth ministry in an Asian American context. It features a rotating panel of youth ministers who will talk about issues affecting Asian American youth and anyone ministering to them, whether in the home or in the church. This episode is a sample of what you will hear. The first full episode is available now at RootedMinistry.com/Podcasts. Or subscribe to the Asian American Youth Ministry Roundtable wherever you listen to podcasts.
Bios of PanelistsDorothy LauDorothy is the youth director at the Chinese Bible Church of Maryland (Rockville, MD) in the Washington D.C. metropolitan. She is passionate to serve the Lord through discipleship, musical worship, administration, and multimedia. Dorothy is a massive foodie, enjoys cooking for loved ones, and delights in trips to her home city of Chicago.
Huey LeeHuey Lee has been serving the local church in the youth ministry context for over 15 years, and holds a Masters of Divinity from Biblical Theological Seminary. He currently serves as a Pastor of Youth Ministry at Christ Central Presbyterian Church in Centreville, VA. He is married to his beautiful wife, Alice, and they are parents to 4 sons: Matthew, Ethan, Christian, and Lucas. He loves reading, Korean food, a good cup of coffee, and the growing pains that come with learning to play golf.
Justin WongJustin serves as the Pastor of Youth at Chinese Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. He has worked with students, parents, and families for the past 23 years. He graduated from Houston Baptist University with a biology degree and later received his Masters of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is currently finishing his Masters of Theology and Doctorate of Education from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married Tina and they have two girls, Ella and Mia.
Terrence ShayTerrence serves as the Family Pastor at First Chinese Baptist Church, Walnut, located in Los Angeles County with the largest Asian population in the US. He has grown up in the immigrant church and believes unashamedly in its role to fulfill Jesus’ call to make disciples across all cultures and generations. He is gladly married to Regina and forever growing as a father of three children from middle school to college. He will go out of his way to cheer on LA sports (Lakers, Dodgers, UCLA Bruins) and to engage in a meaningful conversation.
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Cameron talks with special guest Jennifer Kvamme, author of More to the Story: Deep Answers to Real Questions on Attraction, Identity, and Relationships. As a 21-year veteran youth worker, wife and mom of 3, Kvamme sees that issues of sexuality and gender have become central to the faith development for teenagers. She wants her teenage readers to understand that God's design for male and female really is good news, that sexuality does not equal identity, and that the narrative of creation, fall, and redemption sweeps us into the great story of Jesus.
Resources:
More to the Story: Deep Answers to Real Questions on Attraction, Identity, and Relationships by Jennifer Kvammerelated articles by Jennifer: A Bad Trade: Helping Teenagers See Sexual Sin ClearlyParents, Let’s Reframe the Sexuality ConversationOrder Anxiety: Finding the Better Storyby Liz Edrington today! Join us at Rooted 2024 October 24-26 in Dallas Texas!Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this follow-up episode, Cameron interviews Anna about her book, The Grace of God from Single-Parent Families, with a particular emphasis on how brothers and sisters in Christ can serve single parents in their communities and churches. For married parents and singles, being aware of the particular challenges single parent families face is the first step towards understanding how to love their families well.
Resources:
God’s Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single-Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well by Anna Meade HarrisSome Blunt Challenges to the Church About Single Parents by Eric TonjesRooted Youth Ministry Podcast Episode on Growing Up with a Single ParentJoin us for Rooted 2024 in Dallas, TX, October 24-26Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Cameron interviews Anna about her life as a single mom raising 3 sons after the death of her husband. They talk about the challenges single parents face, at home and in church, and the goodness of God to single parent families.
Resources:
God's Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single-Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well by Anna Meade HarrisAnxiety: Finding the Better Story by Liz EdringtonRooted Youth Ministry Podcast Episode on Growing Up with a Single ParentJoin us for Rooted 2024 in Dallas, TX, October 24-26.Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Cameron and Anna urge parents to talk to their children about heaven. It's helpful to have these conversations throughout our everyday lives, so that we are not just explaining what the Bible says about heaven when a loved one (or a pet) dies. In this episode, Cameron and Anna break down the what, the why, and the how of having these important spiritual conversations.
"I do think there is something we can learn from kids... hear these stories."
Resources:
Heavenward: How Eternity Can Change Your Life On Earth by Cameron ColeHeaven: A Comprehensive Guide to Everything the Bible Says About Our Eternal Home (Clear Answers to 44 Real Questions About the Afterlife, Angels, Resurrection, and the Kingdom of God) by Randy AlcornHeaven: Your Real Home...From a Higher Perspective by Joni Eareckson TadaJoin us at Rooted 2024 in Dallas, October 24-26!Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this special episode of the Rooted Parent podcast, Cameron and Anna discuss Cameron's new book Heavenward: How Eternity Impacts Your Life on Earth. In particular, how does a biblical view of heaven impact how you parent your children? For parents who have a child in heaven, you'll find the same comfort Cole found in the writing of Paul. For parents whose children are on earth, you'll discover how a heavenward view will lend depth and richness to your view of raising your children.
"Eternity sheds light on the finitude of this life, and it forces us to be intentional."
Resources:
Join us in Dallas October 24-26 for Rooted 2024!Heavenward: How Eternity Impacts Your Life on Earth by Cameron ColePurchase Anxiety: Finding the Better Story by Liz Edrington today.Follow us @rootedministry!
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Tune in to a fascinating conversation where host Cameron Cole interviews author Samuel James about his new book, Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age. You'll want to hear his discussion of "content vs. form"; "software vs. hardware," prompting us to ask the question: how is the technology itself- not just the content we view- shaping our loves, our views of what life should be like?
"The internet is a major secular liturgy."
Resources:
Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online AgeYou Are What You Love by James K.A. SmithThe Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains by Nicholas CarrYou're Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God's Design and Why That's Good News by Kelly KapicThe Gift of Limitations: Finding Beauty in Your Boundaries by Sara HagertyJoin us for Rooted 2024 in Dallas, October 24-26!Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode, Cameron and Anna are excited to sit down with guest Collin Hansen of The Gospel Coalition. As an astute thought leader for Christians wrestling with contemporary culture, Hansen shares what he has seen and heard about the impact of smartphones and social media on children and teenagers. He invites us to trust God, but also to be informed and make wise decisions to protect our children. You won't want to miss this episode!
"It's easy in these conversations to come across as analog or Amish, and that might be a good decision for a lot of people, but it's about learning to control those things so that they don't control you, to use them so they don't use you, and to understand that there are people who get paid a lot more money than you do, who are a lot smarter than any of us, who are trying to grab that attention, that we have to demand to grab back."
Resources:
Collin Hansen The Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtGenerations by Jean TwengePurchase Anxiety: Finding the Better Story by Liz Edrington today.
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent Podcast, Cameron and Anna encourage parents whose kids are NOT HAPPY with the family rules regarding smartphones. We hope this episode will help you hold the line for your child's good.
"Listening well and showing compassion is going to go a long way towards staying connected with your child."
Resources:
Join us at Rooted 2024 in Dallas Texas, October 24-26!Purchase Anxiety: Finding the Better Story by Liz Edrington today.Follow us @rootedministry!
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Licensed professional counselor Alice Churnock of "Ask Alice" podcast fame sits down with Anna to talk about what she has learned from her teenaged clients about the impacts of social media. Because Alice is also a mom, she offers wise practical advice for parents of young teens, who don't yet have a smartphone. Alice also shares guidance for parents who want to pull back on their child's technology use. Finally, she offers the comfort of the gospel for every parent navigating these tricky challenges.
"What are the four things social media satisfies?... It satisfies communication, it satisfies comparisons, it satisfies curiosity, and it satisfies confidence."
Resources:
Ask Alice podcastCell Phone ContractDoes Social Media Use Cause Depression?Follow us @rootedministry!
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In this episode of our technology series, Cameron and Anna discuss the enormous amount of time teenagers (and often, their parents) spend in front of screens on a daily basis. We find that Scripture has a lot to say about "numbering our days [so} that we may get a heart of wisdom" concerning how we spend the time God has given us.
"We need to be really careful not to send the message that doing schoolwork or being productive are the only ways to honor God with your time."
References:
Ephesians 5:15-17
Colossians 4:5
Psalm 90:12
1 Thessalonians 5:1-8
Philippians 4:8
Psalm 101:2
Matthew 5:29
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In this episode of the Rooted Parent podcast, Cameron and Anna tackle a tough topic: the unjust conduct of social media giants like Meta, TikTok, and Pornhub, who knowingly prey on preteens and teens with the intent to create addicts. Much like the tobacco industry, these companies exploit the vulnerability of children and young adults for profit, despite overwhelming evidence of harm to younger users. God cares deeply about the protection of the vulnerable, so be encouraged that while you may frustrate your child with protective measures, you are actually doing God's work.
"If you see exploitation of the vulnerable, then you need to stand between that person and their oppressor."
Resources:
Zechariah 7:9-10Malachi 3:5Isaiah 1:17The Social DilemmaJoin us at the next Rooted Conference!Follow us @rootedministry!
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Human beings live perpetually aware of their shortcomings, so we are always seeking to justify ourselves by some demonstration of "enoughness." In this episode of the Rooted Parent podcast, Cameron and Anna talk about how we use social media filters as self-justification tools, and how we can teach our kids that the gospel answers our nagging sense of inadequacy.
Resources:
Psalm 139: 13-15Galatians 2:10-21Order Anxiety: Finding the Better Story by Liz Edrington today!Follow us @rootedministry!
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Instagram is unparalleled in its capacity to stir up envy within us; and envy is unparalleled in its power to destroy relationships. In this episode, Cameron and Anna uncover the backbone of envy and talk about the truths from God's word that provide the corrective for our jealousy and covetousness.
Resources:
The Agony of Instagram by Alex Williams
The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World by Melissa Kruger
The Problem of Demandingness by Larry Crabb
Scriptures:
Cain and Abel (Gen 4)Jacon and Esau (Gen 27-29)Saul and David (1 Samuel 18-31)Joseph and His Brothers (Gen 37)Korah, Dathan, and Abiram (Num. 16)The Backbone of Envy:
Not recognizing and being grateful for what you have.Believing God is holding out on you.Believing that getting what you want will make you happy.Demandingness- wanting what you want RIGHT NOW!Not desiring good things to happen to other people.Not trusting in God's providence.Follow us @rootedministry!
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If there's one thing Christian parents know, it's that walking with Jesus will put us in conflict with the dominant culture. In this episode, Cameron and Anna discuss the difficulty and the imperative of raising children who are willing to be different from their peers, for God's glory and their own thriving.
"But when we live Christian lives, we are swimming against the stream of popular culture, because Christ Himself was counter cultural. To follow Christ is to be against the stream, but fully alive." G.K. Chesterton
Resources:
Exodus 19:5-6
1 Peter 2:9-12
Galatians 5:16-17
Instagram Addicted Your Teenager Because She's Worth $270 to Them by Chris Martin, Termsofservice.com.
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In this episode of our technology series, Cameron and Anna examine the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke's gospel. When we lead our children to understand that their audience is a good God who loves them and finds them flawless in Christ, they will begin to break free from needing to perform for other people and find rest under the smile of their heavenly Father.
"Measuring up to the standard does not come through effort or performance, but instead it comes through grace."
Resources:
Luke 18:9-14
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