Épisodes

  • 47 - Barrenness, Wolves in the Co-op, and State Homeschool Organizations
    Jun 9 2026

    What do you do when God doesn't open the womb, and you don't know why? Israel and Brook bring biblical wisdom and pastoral honesty to the pain of infertility. Then they turn to a question about a progressive family causing division in a Christian homeschool co-op, as well as advice for joining a state homeschool organization.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.



    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    31 min
  • 46 - Choosing Companions Wisely, What Age to Stop Spanking Boys, and Should Christians Reform Public Schools?
    Jun 2 2026

    Who should be the primary influencers on your children? At what age does spanking boys start to become counter-productive? And is it worth it for Christians to seek to reform the public school system by attending school board meetings and other events? Listen to Israel and Brook answer these three questions this week.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.


    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    31 min
  • 45 - Defining a Biblical Marriage, and What to Do With Boys After School
    May 26 2026

    What does the Bible actually say constitutes a marriage - and how should parents respond when their adult daughter is living with her boyfriend and claiming they consider themselves already married? And once homeschool wraps up for the day, how do you keep boys ages 8–13 productively engaged without handing them a screen? Israel and Brook tackle these two listener questions with biblical wisdom and practical direction.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.

    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    33 min
  • 44 - Is Homeschooling a Calling, When Kids Ask "Why," and Getting to Know the Waynes!
    May 19 2026

    Is homeschooling a calling for every parent? What do you do when your seven-year-old responds to every instruction with "why?" Israel and Brook share practical wisdom on training young children toward first-time obedience. Plus, get to know Israel and Brook a little better as they share about their family and background!

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.

    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    32 min
  • 43 - Teen Romance, Angry Children, and Disrespectful Sons
    May 12 2026

    What should parents do when a teenage boy wants to pursue a relationship? What do you do with a child whose anger lasts for hours? And how do you address a son who justifies his disrespect by pointing to his father? Israel and Brook answer real listener questions with practical, Bible-based guidance for parents navigating these challenging seasons.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.

    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    32 min
  • 42 - Boys and War Interest, Managing Homeschool Disruptions, and Pride in a 12-Year-Old
    May 5 2026

    How should parents think biblically about a son’s fascination with war and battle? What can a homeschooling mom do when discipline moments derail the entire school day? And how do you address pride and selfish patterns in a 12-year-old boy? Israel and Brook offer practical, Scripture-rooted guidance for each of these challenges.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.

    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    30 min
  • 41 - Unrealistic Sports Dreams, Talking to Kids About Homosexuality, and Homeschool Doubt
    Apr 28 2026

    What do you do when your teen is set on an unrealistic sports career? When should you begin talking to your children about homosexuality—and how do you do it biblically? And what if other parents’ choices leave you doubting your ability to homeschool?
    Israel and Brook work through each of these questions with a focus on wisdom, conviction, and faithfulness in the home.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.

    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    32 min
  • 40 - Kitchen Chores for Kids, When to Teach Apologetics, and Burnout for Moms
    Apr 21 2026

    What’s the best way to organize kitchen cleanup with multiple children? Should apologetics training start earlier than we think? And how can weary moms stay faithful when the work never seems to end? Tune in to hear Israel and Brook answer these three questions.

    Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
    Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting questions with biblical wisdom, practical help, and gospel hope. From screen time and sibling conflict to discipleship, marriage, and homeschooling, hosts Israel and Brook Wayne bring decades of parenting experience and a deep love for God’s Word to your everyday challenges.
    Short, honest, and full of grace—this is Christian parenting help you can trust.
    Submit your question at raisingthemup.org or call 1-800-223-6567.

    2026 Shepherds Conference - Men Wanted for Battle
    More info here.

    Check out A Hive of Busy Bees here.

    Help your kids know God's Word by heart. Teach Me the Faith here.

    Looking for a closer relationship with your son? Check ou

    Generations.org

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    33 min