Can a faithful family thrive in a "Babylonian" culture? In this debut episode of Gardens in Babylon, pastors Kevin Minnett and Riley Toews explore the biblical foundations for family worship and family discipleship. Whether you are looking for a kids faith podcast or resources for leading your teenagers, this episode reveals why the solution to cultural decay starts at the supper table, not in the senate.
Kevin and Riley discuss the "family altar," the historical faithfulness of the Puritans, and how to view your home as a "mini-economy" of the Kingdom of God.
What we cover in this episode:
- The "Family Altar": Why consistent worship in the home is the heartbeat of a resilient family.
- Work as Worship: Reclaiming the biblical word Avoda to bridge the gap between the sacred and the secular.
- Raising Godly Kids in Hard Places: Practical ways to use Deuteronomy 6 rhythms in a modern, busy household.
- Prioritizing the Home: How to audit your schedule to ensure your christian family goals come first.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Call to Faithful Households: Lessons from the 1689 London Baptist Confession.
- 06:33 The Integration of Work and Worship: Why mothering and homesteading are "Kingdom Work."
- 10:45 The "Dad Joke" Face-off: Humor, heritage, and the importance of joy.
- 32:43 Identifying Priorities: Setting deliberate goals for family discipleship.
- 39:00 Cultivating Faithful Families: Building a legacy that outlasts empires.
Resources Mentioned
- A Theology of the Family – Edited by Scott Brown & Jeff Pollard
- Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life – David L. Bahnsen
- Family Driven Faith – Voddie Baucham
- Family Life – Kevin Swanson
- Family Worship – Donald Whitney
