“When you see creation, it’s a reflection of who God is. What better way to show your kids His character than to invite them into it with you?”

In this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast, we’re diving into the joy, purpose, and eternal value of family adventures—not for the sake of activity, but for the sake of discipleship. Whether you're hiking a trail, camping under the stars, or simply walking the sidewalk in your neighborhood, God has woven His character into creation—and it’s meant to be seen.

Through personal stories and biblical encouragement from Psalm 19 and Deuteronomy 6, we explore how intentional family time—especially in God’s creation—cultivates wonder, conversation, and connection. You don’t have to be an outdoorsy family to start this. You just need margin, intentionality, and eyes to see God’s handiwork.

Key Takeaways:

• Why your kids’ sense of wonder is a God-given gift meant to be nurtured
• How Psalm 19 shows us that creation proclaims the character of God
• Practical ways to create family adventures (no camping gear required!)
• Why margin matters—and how overscheduling robs you of relational discipleship
• How outdoor time becomes a natural platform for gospel conversations
• The importance of quiet, curiosity, and unhurried time in shaping your child’s heart

Whether you're already planning hikes or just figuring out how to slow down, this episode will give you both biblical vision and practical encouragement for raising kids who see God in the world He made.

More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

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“What if not being enough isn’t your failure—but actually God’s design?”

In today’s deeply personal episode, John Lane brings a heartfelt message every parent, spouse, and believer needs to hear: you are not enough—and that’s exactly where God begins. With honesty, vulnerability, and rich biblical truth, John walks through the tension so many of us carry in our daily roles: Am I enough to lead my family well? To raise godly children? To love my spouse faithfully? To handle what life demands?

While culture constantly tells us, “You’ve got this,” Scripture paints a better picture—one where our insufficiency is met with Christ’s sufficiency. Drawing from passages like 2 Corinthians 12, Proverbs 3, Psalm 1, and Psalm 23, this episode is a refreshing reset for any weary parent feeling the weight of having to hold it all together.

John reminds us that our strength, purpose, and parenting confidence aren’t found in ourselves—but in the faithfulness of our Shepherd who says, “My grace is sufficient for you.”

Key Takeaways:

• Why the cultural message “you are enough” sounds encouraging—but ultimately burdens us
• How Scripture reframes our identity, not in self-reliance but in Christ-dependence
• What Psalm 23 teaches about daily provision, spiritual confidence, and God’s covenant care
• The danger of telling our kids they’re “enough” without pointing them to who they are in Christ
• How to parent from a place of humility, trust, and gospel-rooted confidence

Whether you’re overwhelmed in your parenting, wrestling with self-doubt, or simply need to be reminded of where your strength truly lies—this episode will leave you encouraged and anchored in truth that lasts.

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Each short episode (7–8 minutes) tackles a common trend—from “you do you” to emotional regulation—and reframes it with eternal truth. It’s practical, Scripture-rich, and designed to equip both moms and dads with confidence, not confusion.

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In this special Q&A episode, Lori Lane tackles real and difficult questions from the Legacy Parenting community, diving straight into the heart of parenting in a world filled with cultural confusion and competing narratives. From science and Scripture to suffering and sovereignty, Lori offers biblical clarity on some of the most pressing questions Christian parents face today.

She unpacks why cherry-picking verses undermines our kids’ ability to stand firm, how to approach suffering through a lens of God’s sovereignty, and why expecting obedience from young children isn’t oppressive—it’s biblical.

Plus, get an exclusive preview of the Trends vs. Truth free private podcast series and why it’s more important than ever to anchor your parenting in Scripture, not sentiment.

Key Takeaways:

• Why faith, not fear, should shape how we teach hard truths.
• How science and Scripture aren’t enemies—but serve different purposes.
• The importance of teaching obedience early, with grace and clarity.
• Why biblical parenting requires conviction and compassion.
• A sneak peek into the exclusive Trends vs. Truth audio series.

More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

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“We can't parent out of fear or out of hurt. We parent out of hope and out of truth.”

In this deeply personal and biblically grounded episode, Lori Lane shares how past pain can unknowingly shape our parenting—and what it looks like to move from reaction to redemption. Through honest reflection, she outlines three common patterns many parents fall into: reactive parenting, overcompensating, and avoidance. But she doesn’t stop there. With compassion and clarity, Lori points listeners back to Scripture as the transforming anchor, reminding us that healing begins not just with self-awareness, but with a renewed heart rooted in God’s truth.

This episode is a call to parent from wisdom, not wounds—and to allow God to redeem our past so we can disciple our children with intentionality, purpose, and hope.

Key Takeaways:

• Recognize when you're parenting from your past instead of for your child’s future in Christ.
• Understand the impact of generational cycles—and how to break them with biblical truth.
• Learn how God redeems parental wounds and uses them for His glory.
• Discover practical steps for moving from reaction to reflection, guided by Scripture.
• Be reminded: your story is not disqualified by your pain—it’s redeemed for a purpose.

Resources:

• Listen to the private podcast series: Trends vs. Truth – A Path to Counter-Cultural Parenting

More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

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SHOWNOTES

“The Bible defines manhood not through cultural stereotypes or societal expectations, but through a vision that God has for men—a design and a purpose that He has given them.”

What does it mean to raise men in today’s culture, where manhood is often misunderstood, redefined, or dismissed entirely? In this powerful episode of the Legacy Parenting podcast, John and Lori Lane go deep into the biblical foundations for raising boys into godly men. Drawing from Ephesians 6:4 and the creation order in Genesis, they unpack the essential roles of fathers, the call to servant leadership, and the long-view legacy mindset required for shaping a son’s heart and character.

From Scripture’s authority to practical tools for discipling your son, this conversation weaves theology, parenting experience, and real-life stories. Whether you're raising toddlers or launching young men into adulthood, this episode will encourage and equip you to parent with purpose.

• The supremacy of Scripture in defining manhood—not culture.
• Why Ephesians 6:4 puts spiritual leadership primarily on fathers.
• How to disciple your son through servant leadership, not control.
• The role of respect, responsibility, and sacrificial love in training boys.
• Practical examples for teaching integrity, humility, and biblical strength.
• The danger of “stealing your child’s struggle” and how to let boys grow into men.
• Why biblical manhood must be modeled—not just taught.

This episode is rooted in Legacy Parenting’s core principles and provides timeless guidance in an ever-shifting cultural landscape.

Raising godly men doesn’t happen by accident—it happens when we disciple the heart with Scripture, intentionality, and love.

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"This isn’t about sheltering our kids from the world—it’s about shepherding them through it with truth, presence, and purpose."

What does it mean to parent children who are “in the world but not of it”? In today’s episode, Lori and John unpack the high calling of Christian parents to disciple their children amid a culture of confusion. Anchored in John 17 and 2 Timothy 3, this conversation challenges parents not to fear the culture, but to faithfully prepare their children to engage it with discernment, truth, and courage.

Rather than isolating children from the world or allowing culture to passively shape them, we are called to be intentional disciplers, gatekeepers who guard the heart while building a home rooted in God's Word. Whether you're raising a toddler or launching a teen, this episode equips you with a biblical vision and practical tools to foster a home where godliness grows.

Key Takeaways:

• Why being in the world is necessary—but not being of it is essential
• How to be a proactive gatekeeper over your child’s heart and environment
• Why Christian parents must disciple, not just influence, their children
• How to evaluate the cultural influences shaping your home today
• Practical ways to cultivate a God-honoring home culture (scripture memory, storytelling, worship, media discernment)
• Why being present matters more than being perfect
• One small rhythm you can add this week to refocus your home on Christ

More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

Join the Legacy Parenting Free Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LegacyParenting2025

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Have a question about embracing biblical values in your parenting? Ask us anything: https://www.speakpipe.com/legacyparenting

“Margin isn’t about being selfish—it’s about being faithful to God-given priorities.”

When life feels like a blur of activity, and your marriage starts to feel more like a partnership in logistics than a covenant relationship, it's time to pause and reassess. In this deeply personal and practical episode, Lori and John Lane open up about the hard-won lessons of maintaining connection in marriage while raising a family. With stories from their own journey, including long commutes, busy schedules, and overcommitted calendars, they reflect on what it really takes to build a marriage that thrives in the midst of family life, not in spite of it.

This episode is an honest, hope-filled conversation about how biblical priorities shape the rhythm of a godly home. Whether you’re a young couple navigating early parenting or grandparents guiding the next generation, this is a clarifying call to protect what matters most—not with perfection, but with purpose.

• Why margin in marriage is a spiritual discipline, not just time management
• The non-negotiable priorities Scripture gives us for family and marriage
• How oneness in marriage reflects the unity of the Trinity
• Strategies that helped Lori and John stay connected while raising four boys
• Practical rhythms: bedtime routines, scheduling spouse-time first, and saying no with purpose
• Why guarding your marriage sets the foundation for a strong family legacy
• The courage to say “no” in order to say a better “yes” to what matters most
• A powerful reminder: your kids will grow up, and you’ll still have each other



More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

Join the Legacy Parenting Free Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LegacyParenting2025

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Have a question about embracing biblical values in your parenting? Ask us anything: https://www.speakpipe.com/legacyparenting

“Correction is not shaming your child—it’s shepherding them. Discipline is not punitive—it’s redemptive.”

In this episode, Lori and John take a deep dive into the rising popularity of gentle parenting and measure it against the unchanging truth of Scripture. Rather than dismissing trends, Lori encourages parents to hold every philosophy up to the light of God’s Word. It causes us to question what truly matters: are we prioritizing a child’s comfort, or are we pursuing their spiritual growth?

Drawing from decades of experience and the four core principles of Legacy Parenting, Lori explores how parenting must be more than behavior management—it must be a spiritual, heart-focused calling. This episode is a call to biblical conviction in how we love, correct, and disciple our children.

Key Takeaways:

• Gentle parenting often elevates comfort over spiritual growth—biblical parenting doesn’t.
• Scripture teaches that children are born with a sinful nature in need of discipleship, not just affirmation.
• Biblical discipline, though sometimes uncomfortable, leads to repentance and heart change.
• Parents are heart shepherds, not just behavior managers.
• Correction done in love reflects God’s character and authority—not cultural trends.

More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

Join the Legacy Parenting Free Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LegacyParenting2025

Subscribe to the Legacy Parenting Newsletter: https://www.legacyparenting.net/newsletter

Have a question about embracing biblical values in your parenting? Ask us anything: https://www.speakpipe.com/legacyparenting