As a parent, I try to be careful about what my kids eat physically. But this week I started asking myself a deeper question: What are they consuming spiritually? In this video, I share a simple moment from Sunday school that can turn into an important conversation for parents. When I asked the kids what song they woke up with in their heads, the answers reminded me how powerful music really is.

Songs stick with us. Lyrics repeat in our minds. And what gets planted in our hearts often shows up later in our lives. This isn’t about being legalistic or criticizing anyone. I’m talking to myself as much as anyone else. As parents, we can’t control everything our kids hear in the world, but we can shape the environment in our homes and cars.

What if we helped our kids fill their minds with truth? What if the songs stuck in their heads reminded them who they are in Christ?

My goal isn’t guilt. It’s conversation. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Watch now and ask yourself: What are we feeding our kids spiritually? Then talk about it with your family.

Questions for personal reflection:

What songs or messages tend to stay in your mind throughout the day? Why do you think they stick?

Proverbs 4:23 says to guard your heart. What are some practical ways families can guard their hearts at home or in the car?

How does music shape what we believe about ourselves, joy, or life?

What are some songs, artists, or messages that help remind you who you are in Christ?

We’d love to hear from you!

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In this message, I reflect on a powerful truth: we grieve the loss, but we remember the gift with gratitude. Recently, our community gathered to celebrate the life of Susan “Suzie” Smith—a woman whose compassion, courage, and decades of nursing changed countless lives. Over 1,000 people came together to honor her legacy, her faith, and her impact.

As I share memories, scripture, and the hope we cling to in Christ, I’m reminded how important it is to teach our kids not to run from grief but to walk through it with faith and gratitude. Suzie’s life was a gift. Her legacy continues through The Our Angel That Flies Foundation, and through every life she touched.

If you’ve lost someone you love, I pray this message encourages you. Watch now—and remember the gift God gave through their life.

Questions for personal reflection:

What does it mean to “grieve the loss but remember the gift”? Can both happen at the same time?

How can a person’s legacy continue to impact others after they’re gone?

Why is it important for young people to learn how to process grief rather than avoid it?

When have you seen someone use their life to serve and uplift others, the way Suzie did?

We’d love to hear from you!

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In this episode of Connecting Faith & Life, I’m sharing a message that hit home for a lot of parents when I first recorded it a few years ago. I spend a lot of time in schools, churches, and classrooms talking with kids and I hear the conversations they’re having.

The truth is simple: our kids are listening to loud voices every day. Social media, friends, and the internet are shaping their thinking long before many parents even realize it.

That’s why I want to encourage you with one simple challenge: talk to your kids.

Talk about the small things.

Talk about everyday life.

And don’t be afraid to talk about the hard things too.

If we stay silent, other voices will gladly fill that space. But when we build real conversations with our kids, we earn the trust to guide them through the issues that matter most.

In this episode, I share why conversations matter, how parents can build trust with their kids, and why silence might be the biggest mistake we make.

Watch now and ask yourself: Are my kids hearing my voice clearly?

Questions for personal reflection:

Why do you think many parents hesitate to talk with their kids about difficult topics?

What are some simple ways parents can start everyday conversations with their kids?

How does social media influence the way kids form opinions today?

If kids are hearing many voices online, how can parents make sure their voice matters most?

We’d love to hear from you!

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