The story of Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah does not end with them getting big and strong, but their bonds to God and each other are tested for the rest of their lives. In this episode, Matt and Tim talk about how important it is to see that one victory does not lead to ease. The decisions parents make now will slowly build their children into who they are as adults, and this must be done with diligence and skill through obedience to God's Word.

Passages – Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Daniel 1:17-21

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When the prophet Daniel was being raised, there is a chance his parents did not consider he would be taken into a foreign culture. In this episode, Tim and Matt talk about the real possibility that kids are being raised in an equally hostile culture like Babylon's. Parents should decide in their hearts to swim against the current of culture and look for others doing the same with the intent to pass this lesson on to their kids. It will get awkward at times, but believers must obey God rather than man.

Passage – Daniel 1:3-15

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Here we are. At the end of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus has talk a lot about how believers are supposed to live, and Matt and Tim have added some commentary about one of Jesus's most memorable speeches. When families build upon the rock of God's Word, they create an environment for children to develop into adults who can face the many challenges of the world with confidence. Now that you have heard the words of Jesus, what do you need to deal with to build a firm foundation?

Passage – Matthew 7:24-8:4

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The Bible is clear: there is one way to God. There is no work we can do to earn our way to Heaven, so God made that way possible through Jesus. In this episode, Matt and Tim talk about how there are many things that will try and take believers' eyes away from God, but those evil works are evident. Taking the narrow path of life is difficult, it goes against what most people do, and it does not always seem like the best way. However, when we follow Jesus with all of our hearts, He gives peace and life everlasting.

Passage – Matthew 7:13-23

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What does it mean to ask God for things? A lot of people think it is focused on improving yourself or gaining certain things, but Matt and Tim want to bring a different perspective. God blesses believers so that they may be a blessing to others. In fact, when we treat others the way we want to be treated, Jesus said that this is the main focus of the Law and the Prophets! Listen to how God's blessings are not meant for us to hold on to but pass along for His glory and the good of others.

Passage – Matthew 7:7-12

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Preconceived notions and bias are difficult to avoid, but Jesus does not beat around the bush. In this episode, Matt and Tim talk about judging and how the application is right in the first verse. Confrontation about sin is different because of the desire for repentance and reconciliation. Judgment negatively assumes guilt with no chance of making the situation better, so don't do it.

Passage – Matthew 7:1-6

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"Do not worry about anything" is a difficult command to follow. There are so many uncertain parts of life that cause many parents to constantly be afraid about the future, but Jesus is pretty clear. In this episode, Tim and Matt encourage parents to consider how great and good God is in light of anxiety. God is in control of all things, meaning that nothing happens without Him knowing about it. If this is true, then trust that He is doing what is best for you, your family, and all who believe.

Passage – Matthew 6:25-34

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This world is very materialistic. People want things and live their lives trying to get the most things, but ultimately, there is no joy or satisfaction in the things of this world. In this episode, Matt and Tim talk about what believers should treasure (after an eight minute breakdown of a depressing weekend of football). If your whole heart is set on Christ, then your parenting and other actions will reflect that. Depend on God because He made us to desire Him.

Passage – Matthew 6:19-24

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