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Welcome back to the kitchen table. This week, Bethany is diving into the second part of our Jesus-centered discipline conversation: inspection.
Inspection is about looking deeper into our children’s hearts to understand the "why" behind their actions. It’s not enough to correct behavior—we have to ask the right questions to unpack it.
It's not just about correcting behavior but leading our children to understand what’s going on inside. We ask questions like, “What was happening in your heart when this occurred?”. By doing this, we teach them to examine their motives and align their hearts with God’s truth.
God doesn’t stop at correcting us—he invites us into deeper reflection and growth. In the same way, as we help our children unpack their hearts, we’re showing them how to grow in Christ and embrace his grace.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In John 20, the story of Thomas gives us a beautiful example of how God approaches correction. When Thomas doubted Jesus' resurrection, Jesus didn’t respond with frustration or rebuke. Instead, he led with a question.
Bethany encourages listeners that this method of leading correction with a question is something we can apply when guiding our children. At different ages, the approach may look different, but the heart of it remains the same.
For younger kids, it might look like asking simple questions: "What do you think Jesus would want you to do?" With older children, we can dive deeper, encouraging them to reflect on their actions and how their faith plays a role.
But the heart of the matter is this: God leads correction with a question, and we are called to do the same, guiding them with love and grace.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany is frequently asked, “Can gospel-centered conversations be done with little ones, too?” In this episode, she invites listeners to join her in exploring how even with very young children, meaningful, faith-based discussions can take place.
With younger children, it is essential to lead the conversation, as they may not yet have the capacity to provide all the answers. Bethany emphasizes that the expectation is not for children to fully grasp everything at once but rather to help them reflect on their actions and experiences.
The purpose here is not solely to correct behavior, but to foster connection and understanding.Even with little ones, having these gospel-centered conversations can plant seeds of faith.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In moments of correction with our children, anchoring our conversations in prayer can bring clarity and peace. Bethany encourages us to bring everything before God and seek His wisdom through scripture.
Where can we anchor in the Bible during these moments? Jeremiah 33:3 reminds us to call to God, and he will answer us, revealing things we do not know. Luke 8:17 highlights that nothing is hidden from God, and Luke 12 urges us to remember that he sees all things. Psalm 139 emphasizes God's intimate knowledge of our hearts.
As we navigate correction, be active in praying these words over your conversations. Our role is to pray that God gives us the insight we cannot find on our own. Before stepping into correction, ask God to reveal what needs to be seen and give you the wisdom to guide your child with gentleness and understanding.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In gospel-centered conversations during correction, Bethany reminds us that the goal is to seek clarity—both for ourselves and our children. Rather than diving into a lecture, we should start by simply asking, “What happened? Why are you here with me?”
This approach helps ensure that we see all parts of the situation, just as God does. Instead of focusing on what we already know, we encourage our children to make their own connections by asking thoughtful questions.
When we connect with our kids and avoid accusing them, their hearts stay open. Rushing to judgment or assuming facts can quickly shut them down, but by asking good questions and truly listening, we gain clarity and understanding. Our role is to guide, not accuse, and in doing so, we reflect God's patience and wisdom.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. As parents, navigating correction with a gospel-centered heart can feel challenging. In today's world, correction is often misunderstood as harsh or mean. However, Bethany reminds us that God’s model of correction throughout scripture, particularly in Genesis 3, shows a different approach—one rooted in love and understanding.
Bethany encourages us to take a similar approach when we need to correct our kids. It's not about being harsh but asking the right questions that guide them. She breaks it down into four key parts: correction, inspection, repentance, and blessing.
Using this approach allows us to guide our children with patience and love, reflecting God’s heart in our parenting.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany, drawing from her own experiences raising daughters, knows how challenging the teenage years can be for both moms and their daughters. The transition from middle school to high school often brings a whirlwind of emotions, from excitement to apprehension. Understanding these dynamics, Sandra Stanley and her daughter, Allie, have created a resource to help mothers and daughters strengthen their connection, communication, and faith.
In today’s episode, Bethany sits down with Sandra and Allie to delve into their new book, Meet Me in the Middle. This book offers an approach by alternating chapters between Sandra and Allie, creating a dialogue that speaks directly to both moms and their teenage daughters. This format aims to facilitate meaningful conversations and address potential issues before they escalate, all from a faith-centered perspective.
Meet Me in the Middle explores themes of identity and the gospel, encouraging readers to build a strong personal and spiritual foundation. Sandra and Allie’s book is designed to foster deep connections and mutual understanding between mothers and daughters by engaging in conversations rooted in their shared faith.
Sandra and Allie’s heartfelt and practical advice can guide you through the complexities of the teenage years, offering valuable insights for building a supportive and open relationship. This book is a must-read for any mom or daughter navigating this pivotal stage of life.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. Many moms carry a deep hope that if they raise their children in faith, those children will naturally follow God as they grow older. But when a child begins to reject that faith, it can lead to heartbreak and confusion.
In these moments, many turn to Proverbs 22:6: "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."It’s easy to cling to this verse as a promise, believing that if we do everything right, our children will never stray from the Holy Spirit.
But Proverbs 22:6 is not a guarantee—it’s wisdom. It teaches us the importance of instilling faith and values in our children, but it doesn’t assure us that they will always choose to stay on that path. This scripture has given Bethany direction and wisdom during times of uncertainty. It reminded her that her role is to train and guide her children with love and faithfulness.
When we walk in wisdom, there is often fruit, but we must remember that each child is on their own journey.
Training up a child in the way they should go is about laying a foundation. While we may not see the results we hope for immediately, we can trust that the wisdom we impart and the example we set will remain with them.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. As parents, it’s easy to fall into the routine of correction—pointing out what’s wrong and what needs to change.
1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 reminds us to come alongside our children with the heart of a loving parent, speaking the unique language of each child. It’s about seeing them as individuals, not just correcting their behavior, but offering the support they need in those moments.
Are we offering support and understanding, or are we merely passing judgment? Are we encouraging them to grow in their strengths and guiding them with a gentle hand, or are we focused on their shortcomings?
Take a moment today to ask God for guidance. Am I coming alongside my child in a way that honors their individuality? Am I speaking their language, offering not just correction, but also comfort and encouragement? Let this be the lens through which we view our role as parents, striving to reflect God’s love in every interaction.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. Correcting our children is never easy, and it can be especially challenging to keep these moments centered on the gospel.
It’s easy to let frustration take over, but 1 Thessalonians 2:7 reminds us, "We were gentle among you." Spiritually, our children are still growing, we are called to be mindful of how we speak to them during times of discipline, ensuring our words are filled with grace and gentleness.
Being gentle doesn’t mean avoiding discipline, but it does mean being mindful of how we deliver it. Share your own struggles with your children. Admit your impatience, and acknowledge your imperfections. Let them see that you, too, are a sinner in need of grace.
Share with them how Jesus is working on your heart, even in moments of correction. When our children see that we, too, are being transformed by the gospel, they’re more likely to understand the importance of these conversations
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. As parents, we deeply desire for our children to follow Christ—not because it’s our family tradition, but because they genuinely understand their need for Him.
In 1 Corinthians 2:5, Paul reminds us that our faith should rest "not on human wisdom, but on God’s power." This is the foundation we want to lay for our children.
We pray for our children to know God personally, to experience his love and power in their lives, and to develop a faith that grows independently of us. Our role as mothers is to lead them to Christ and then step aside, allowing the Holy Spirit to work in their hearts, so their faith rests on his power alone.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. This week, Bethany invites listeners into an important conversation: How do we have Jesus-centered conversations with our children effectively? And how do these conversations impact their understanding of who God is and how He sees them?
The truth is, the only way to make Jesus come alive in your children is if He is alive in you. Our kids don’t just need to hear about Jesus—they need to see Him in us. This means our conversations must be rooted in our connection with the Holy Spirit, allowing His wisdom to guide us in how we speak and relate to our children.
The first step is to recognize that our conversations about Jesus need to start with our own connection to him. 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 reminds us that it’s not our own wisdom or strength that will make a difference, but the power of the Holy Spirit working through us.
When we connect with the Holy Spirit, we invite his wisdom and love into our conversations, allowing Jesus to come alive in us—and by extension, in our children.
By making Jesus the center of our conversations and letting the Holy Spirit guide our words, we not only teach our children about God but also show them what it looks like to live in his love.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In the final part of 1 Thessalonians 5:14, we are urged to "be patient with them all." This verse reminds us that each of our children require different approaches. We go through various seasons with them, each one bringing its own challenges.
Being patient is sourced in the Holy Spirit. It’s not about deciding to be patient in a difficult moment but about being connected to the one who can grow patience within us.
When we choose to let him work in us, especially in those moments where patience is hardest, we find that God provides what we cannot produce on our own. Through him, we learn to extend patience to each of our children, no matter the season.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In 1 Thessalonians 5:14, we’re instructed to "help the weak," a calling that takes on special meaning in the context of motherhood.
As mothers, we are not tasked with making our children strong in their faith. That strength comes from God alone. Our role isn’t to demand or push them beyond what they’re ready for. Instead, we are called to come alongside them, to support them in their spiritual weakness, and to gently guide them.
Our privilege is to walk with them, to pray for them, and to model the love and patience that comes from our own relationship with Christ. And we’re not alone in this journey, the Holy Spirit is within us, equipping us with the wisdom and grace we need to fulfill this calling.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. Join Bethany as she continues to unpack 1 Thessalonians 5:14. We are called to "encourage the faint-hearted." As mothers, this verse serves as a reminder of the significant role we play in our children’s lives.
Our calling is to come alongside them, to relate closely, and to provide the encouragement they need when they are discouraged, fearful, or uncertain.
Motherhood is more than just nurturing; it’s about embracing our children’s fears and doubts and coming alongside them with unwavering support. It’s about being that steady presence that reassures and uplifts.
We are called to pivot their hearts towards God.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In 1 Thessalonians 5:14, we are commanded to admonish the idle, to caution those who are unruly. As a mother, this can feel like a never-ending task—correcting, guiding, and redirecting.
It’s easy to become discouraged, feeling as if all we do is point out where our children fall short. But this verse reminds us that our role isn’t to arrange every piece of their lives; that’s God’s work.
Jesus delights in arranging what is disordered in our lives. So when we find ourselves correcting our children, let’s do it not with irritation, but with a gentle heart, trusting that God is the one who will ultimately bring order to their lives
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. Imagine the impact if every day we chose to root our lives in God's truth instead of the world's ever-changing messages. What if our words, actions, and decisions all pointed our children toward Jesus?
As mothers, we have the sacred role of shepherding our children, but it can feel overwhelming to guide them in a world full of distractions.
In 1 Thessalonians 5:14, we are urged to encourage one another, to walk in faith, and to care deeply for those around us. This call isn’t just for us—it’s for our families too. We may not be able to make our kids love and follow Jesus, but we can model His love and truth every day.
I encourage you to spend time with the Holy Spirit, asking, "What would it look like to teach my children diligently? How can I talk about You throughout my day? We are the ones pointing to Jesus.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. There are days when we feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities that come with motherhood. We may find ourselves struggling, not wanting to cook another meal or face the endless tasks that demand our attention.
1 Peter 5:2-4 offers a powerful reminder of what motherhood is truly about In those moments, it’s easy to forget the deeper purpose behind our role as mothers.
This scripture reminds us that we’ve been chosen to shepherd our children, not out of obligation but with a willing and loving heart.
Even on the hardest days, when we don’t feel up to the task, we must remember that God has called us to this role. We are entrusted with the care and guidance of our kids, and this is a charge that goes beyond ourselves.
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Welcome back to the kitchen table. In moments of struggle and uncertainty, it's comforting to know that God is always near, ready to listen. Psalm 116:1-2 reminds us of this truth and this is where Bethany is anchoring listeners today.
God's desire is simple—he wants us to run to him. It’s not about saying the perfect prayer or finding the right formula. God isn’t waiting for us to have it all together before we come to Him. He simply wants us to bring our worries, fears, and struggles.
He’s ready to listen, and his ear is always inclined towards you.
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Motherhood is full of questions—some small, some big, and some that seem too overwhelming to even ask out loud. One of the biggest questions we face is this: what can we ask of God in our role as mothers?
As mothers, we often find ourselves in situations where we lack the wisdom we need. Jeremiah 33:3, God invites us to call on him, promising to answer.
James 1:5 offers even more reassurance. Scripture tells us that when we ask God for wisdom, he gives it generously and without reproach. There’s no need to hold back or feel guilty for asking. God is eager to pour out his wisdom on us, helping us find clarity in all of the questions we have in motherhood.
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