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Family MeetingFMP 275: What Makes Family Fun, Hard, and Worth ItFamily life is beautiful, complicated, loud, messy, and absolutely worth it. In Episode 275 of The Family Meeting Podcast, the Osterkamp girls take over the mic to share their honest perspective on what makes family fun, difficult, and important. From laughter and inside jokes to conflict, expectations, and growing pains, this episode offers a real, unfiltered look at family from the kids' point of view. You'll hear: What kids actually enjoy about family life. What makes family hard (and how parents can help). Why family still matters, even when it's imperfect. What kids wish parents...
2025-12-3147 min
Family MeetingFMP 253: Can Your Spouse Tell You the Truth?Can your spouse tell you anything, without fear of defensiveness, dismissal, or drama? In episode 253 of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra tackle a powerful questions every couple needs to ask: "Am I safe to speak to?" Using 1 Samuel 25:17 as a launching point, they explore what happens when pride replaces humility in marriage, and how it damages connection, trust, and communication. "One cannot speak to him..." That's how the Bible describes Nabal, a man so prideful and closed off that no one could reason with him. Could your spouse ever feel the same about...
2025-07-3048 min
Family MeetingFMP 252: 5 Signs You're a Lawnmower ParentAre you clearing every obstacle from your child's path... and accidentally stunting their growth? In episode 252 of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra break down the 5 signs that you might be a lawnmower parent, someone who steps in to solve every problem before a child even faces it. While well-intentioned, this style of parenting often robs kids of the opportunity to build resilience, confidence, and independence. You'll learn: What lawnmower parenting looks like (even in small ways). 5 red-flag behaviors that may be holding your child back. Biblical wisdom on training, not rescuing, your...
2025-07-2353 min
Family MeetingFMP 251: 6 Ways To Be Your Spouse's Biggest FanBehind every confident spouse is someone who believed in them when it mattered most. In episode 251 of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra talk about what it means to your your spouse's biggest fan, in private, in public, and in the everyday mess of life. Whether they're chasing a dream battling insecurity, or just navigating the weight of work and parenting, your encouragement can make or break their spirit. You'll discover: Why your voice matters more than anyone else's in their life. How to spot (and stop) subtle ways we discourage each other...
2025-07-1659 min
Family MeetingFMP 250: What You Should Never Say to Your KidsYour words shape your child's world—more than you know. In this special milestone 250th episode of the Family Meeting Podcast, the four Osterkamp girls take over the mics to talk about what you should never say to your children. We're sharing real comments from our Family Meeting community, powerful research on the lasting effects of negative language, and the biblical call to speak life over our kids. You'll hear: Phrases that leave lasting emotional scars—even if said in frustration. The long-term impact of negative words on your child's identity and confidence. What the...
2025-07-0942 min
Family MeetingFMP 249: Breaking the Cycle: How to Stop Generational Patterns and Build a New LegacyYou don't have to repeat what was handed to you. In episode 249 of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra open up about the power—and responsibility—of breaking generational cycles in your family. Whether it's anger, addiction, emotional distance, or spiritual neglect, many of us carry patterns from our past that we never intended to pass on. But in Christ, change in no only possible—it's promised. In this episode, you'll discover: Common family cycles that quietly shape homes. Why awareness isn't enough—you need a Spirit-led plan. Biblical truth for breaking...
2025-07-0253 min
Family MeetingFMP 248: How to Speak the Truth with Love: Say What You Mean Without Being MeanWords build homes—or break them. In episode 248 of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra dive into a vital communication principle every Christian family needs to master: Say what you mean. Mean what you say. But don't say it in a mean way. Whether you're in a heated marriage conversation, parenting through defiance, or just navigating daily misunderstandings, how you say something can matter just as much as what you say. In this episode, you'll learn: Why tone, timing, and truth must work together. How to speak honestly without cr...
2025-06-2551 min
Family MeetingFMP 247: Is Your Child Too Busy to Be a Kid? Understanding and Avoiding Hurried Child SyndromeAre you raising a stressed-out child without even realizing it? In this episode of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra explore Hurried Child Syndrome—the modern trend of rushing kids through life with overscheduling, high expectations, and performance pressure. You'll discover: What Hurried Child Syndrome is and why it's increasing Warning signs your child may be too busy or burned out How overscheduling affects mental, emotional, and spiritual health A biblical approach to slowing down and restoring childhood How to create space for joy, play, rest, and connection in your home If yo...
2025-06-181h 01
Family MeetingFMP 246: What Your Body Is Saying (Even When You're Not Talking): Body Language in Marriage & ParentingIn this episode of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra dive into the subtle but powerful world of body language in marriage and parenting. You'll learn how nonverbal cues like posture, eye contact, tone, and facial expressions can either build trust—or break connection. They cover: The types of body language you're using every day (whether you realize it or not) How your kids and spouse are reading your nonverbal cues Ways to align your tone and posture with the love and respect you intend Want to improve connection in your home without saying a w...
2025-06-1155 min
Family MeetingFMP 245: How to Create a Family Mission Statement That Actually Shapes Your LifeWhat does your family stand for? In this episode of the Family Meeting Podcast, Thomas and Lysandra walk you through how to create a powerful, Christ-centered family mission statement-one that actually guides your parenting, marriage, and daily decisions. You'll learn: Why every family needs a mission statement (even if your kids are still little) The 3 key questions to ask before you start writing Real examples from our own home and how they've shaped our culture How to involve your children and make it stick If you've ever felt like your family is drifting, disconnected, or...
2025-06-0453 min
Family MeetingFMP 244: Sex MythsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share some common myths about sex, including categories on STD's and you can't get pregnant if. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-05-271h 03
Family MeetingFMP 243: Talking To Your Kids About MoneyIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the negative effects of sharing too much information about your family's financial struggles with your kids, and share some tips for having appropriate conversations with them. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-05-211h 03
Family MeetingFMP 242: How Are You Spending Your Life?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share listener comments about helping your adult children financially, and help us evaluate if we are spending our lives on what truly matters. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. to fins us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-05-1450 min
Family MeetingFMP 241: Helping Moms Get Away To Take A BreakIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give their advice for how to help moms get away for a time of rest and refreshment, along with what to say and not say to them when they get home. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-05-0753 min
Family MeetingFMP 240: What Not To Say To Your Wife While She Is In LaborIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share answers from our listeners to the question: "What's the worst thing that a husband can say to his wife while she is in labor?" To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-04-3037 min
Family MeetingFMP 239: Meeting Your Children Where They Are Part 2In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra continue the conversation of meeting your children where they are by giving suggestions for ways that dads can connect with their daughters and moms can connect with their sons. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-04-2355 min
Family MeetingFMP 238: How To Talk To Your Spouse About Your AddictionIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about how to come clean and tell your spouse about your addiction. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-04-1651 min
Family MeetingFMP 237: What To Do If Your Spouse Is Battling AddictionIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give some insight on how to tell if your spouse is suffering from addiction and how to have that delicate conversation with them. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on the episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-04-0957 min
Family MeetingFMP 236: Meeting Your Children Where They AreIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the transition that happens as your children get older and how to interact with your adult children in such a way that they invite you into their lives. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-04-0248 min
Family MeetingFMP 235: Looping In ListeningIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share some strategies for getting out of those arguments that never seem to get anywhere. Instead of going round and round, you need to find the off ramp. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. To find us on your favorite podcast provider Click Here!
2025-03-2648 min
Family MeetingFMP 234: Creative DisciplineIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share creative discipline ideas from their listeners ranging from extra chores to no more pizza for life. Jump into the conversation and share your creative discipline ideas! To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-03-1956 min
Family MeetingFMP 233: The Purpose Of Your MarriageIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra answer some questions from their latest marriage retreat and talk about the true purpose of your marriage. If we have the wrong purpose in mind, we will become disappointed and disillusioned in our marriages. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on this episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly...
2025-03-1248 min
Family MeetingFMP 232: Equipping Your Kids To Resolve ConflictIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give some suggestions on teaching your kids how to handle conflict resolution on their own. All relationships have conflict at times so it is important that they learn how to navigate it in a healthy way. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on the episode send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join...
2025-03-0551 min
Family MeetingFMP 231: Planning A Secret Couple's GetawayIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about their secret couple's getaway that they went on for Valentine's Day. Listen in to get some ideas on planning your own couple's getaway and some suggestions for ways to spice up your sex life. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your thoughts on the episode send an email to info@familymeeting.com or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join...
2025-02-2653 min
Family MeetingFMP 230: When To Talk To Your Kids And When To Give Them SpaceIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra try to find the balance between giving your kids the space that they need while also encouraging them to talk about what is going on in their lives. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions a receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-02-1947 min
Family MeetingFMP 229: Wait For It, Work For ItIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra look into society's desire to have everything right now. As a couple, we need to learn to set goals and work towards them together. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-02-1247 min
Family MeetingFMP 228: Your Biggest Parenting RegretsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share some of their listeners" biggest parenting regrets and offer some encouragement and advice to those parents. What's your biggest parenting regret? To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-02-0548 min
Family MeetingFMP 227: Spicing Up The BedroomIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra discuss some ways that you and yours spouse can break up the monotony in your bedroom. Your physical relationship doesn't have to be boring! Listen in and find ways to bring back the excitement in your relationship. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly...
2025-01-2957 min
Family MeetingFMP 226: The Fledgling Stage Of ParentingIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share the challenges that they are facing in their current stage of parenting. They have dubbed this the fledgling stage of parenting. Listen in as they share some tips on how to help your children leave the nest. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our...
2025-01-2259 min
Family MeetingFMP 225: Words Every Parent Should Say To Their ChildrenIn this episode, the Osterkamp girls takeover the podcast and share the helpful phrases that they believe that it is important for kids to hear from their parents on a regular basis. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info2familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-01-1535 min
Family MeetingFMP 224: Choosing What Battles To FightIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about learning what battles to let go and what battles you need to fight. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-01-0858 min
Family MeetingFMP 223: Year In ReviewIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra take a look back at everything that happened in 2024 and look ahead to what is in store for 2025. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2025-01-0154 min
Family MeetingFMP 222: Christmas Around The WorldIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra take a look at Christmas traditions all around the world. Which Christmas tradition is your family favorite? To watch the full video to subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-12-2539 min
Family MeetingFMP 221: The Power Of A Praying SpouseIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share specific ways that you should be praying for your spouse and how that positively impacts you and your relationship. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-12-1849 min
Family MeetingFMP 220: The Impact Of Broken RelationshipsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the effects of broken family relationships and the steps that you can take to try and repair them. To watch the full video subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-12-1151 min
Family MeetingFMP 219: Your Family's Sleep HabitsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share their strategy for establishing healthy sleep habits for your family from infancy to adulthood. Getting good sleep is an important part of rest, growth, and overall health. To watch the full video subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-12-0447 min
Family MeetingFMP 218: Problem Solving As A TeamIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra explore the damage that can be done to your relationship when you choose to problem solve on your own instead of including your spouse in the process. To watch the full video to subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-11-2757 min
Family MeetingFMP 217: FriendsgivingIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra encourage you to get your friends together to celebrate Thanksgiving. Listen in for tips and suggestions on how to have a low pressure Friendsgiving. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@famlymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-11-2048 min
Family MeetingFMP 216: Exploring Your Local AreaIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give you their tips and suggestions for exploring your local area with little to no cost for you and your family. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-11-1349 min
Family MeetingFMP 215: Passive Truth TellingIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the difference between active and passive truth telling. We need to be completely open and honest with each other, instead of holding information back unless we are specifically asked about it. Too watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to infor@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-11-0649 min
Family MeetingFMP 214: The Love Chapter And Your KidsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra walk through the definition of love from 1 Corinthians 13 and apply that definition to the way that we should be treating our children. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-302 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-10-3059 min
Family MeetingFMP 213: Constantly Fighting With My SpouseIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra offer help to those couples who are constantly fighting about everything. They help dig to the root cause of the issues and offer practical steps to begin to live at peace with each other. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call...
2024-10-2353 min
Family MeetingFMP 212: How To Talk To Your Kids About Differences In RulesIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give some tips for how to talk to your kids about the differences in rules between your family and another. No two families look alike, so helping your kids to be able to logically think through those differences will help them establish their own rules as they grow older. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. ...
2024-10-1653 min
Family MeetingFMP 211: Insecurities In MarriageIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share some common insecurities that could impact your marriage. In order to work on our insecurities we need to be made aware of what they are. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-10-0954 min
Family MeetingFMP 210: Giving Your Children To The LordIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about trusting God to take care of your kids. They also touch on baby dedications, and constantly placing your children back into God's hands. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-10-0249 min
Family MeetingFMP 209: 10 Things To Say To Your Spouse FrequentlyIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share 10 things that wives should say to their husbands frequently and 10 things that husbands should say to their wives frequently. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-09-2549 min
Family MeetingFMP 208: The Why Behind DisciplineIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra help you evaluate the why behind your discipline. If we don't have the right motivation for disciplining our children, then our discipline won't produce the desired results. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-09-1848 min
Family MeetingFMP 207: Something Needs To ChangeIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra help you take some actionable steps to make the changes that you need to make in your personal life and in your relationship. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-09-1143 min
Family MeetingFMP 206: Parenting Q&AIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra answer your parenting questions such as: Why is yelling at your kids bad?, What's wrong with just wanting your child to obey just because I said so?, and What steps can you take when you are stuck in the shame of your parenting mistakes? To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation...
2024-09-0455 min
Family MeetingFMP 205: Does Your Family Know You're Dependable?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra encourage you to make dependability a priority in your family life. Your spouse and kids should always know that they can count on you. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-08-2851 min
Family MeetingFMP 204: Using Questions To Guide Your Child's Decision MakingIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share the importance of guiding your children to think logically through the circumstances that they face in life instead of just telling them exactly what to do. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-08-2143 min
Family MeetingFMP 203: Top Ten Marriage ListsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra have some fun sharing their listeners' answers to questions such as, "What are the top ten least romantic places to honeymoon. Listen in and see if your answer is number one! To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-08-1444 min
Family MeetingFMP 202: Finding Balance In AuthenticityIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra try to help us walk the line between being authentic and maintaining a good reputation. The key is not to pull too far to one side or the other. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-08-0749 min
Family MeetingFMP 201: Am I Married To A Narcissist?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give the details of what narcissism looks like so that you can evaluate whether these characteristics are present in your own life or in your spouse's life. They also give suggestions for how to get help for the abuse suffered by a narcissistic spouse. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation...
2024-07-3141 min
Family MeetingFMP 200: It's Time For A Family Meeting 2In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra have a family meeting with their daughters. Listen in as they get the whole family together to celebrate episode 200. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-07-241h 13
Family MeetingFMP 199: Empty Nester Bucket ListIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra look down the road and talk about what they want to do when all of their kids are out of the house. They also share what listeners have on their empty nester bucket lists. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call...
2024-07-1741 min
Family MeetingFMP 198: Dealing With Self HarmIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about how to deal with self harm. They explore the reasons that kids harm themselves, things to watch for, and steps to get them help. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-07-1047 min
Family MeetingFMP 197: Silence!In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra find the irony of talking about silence. Sometimes we need to learn to be quiet and sometimes we need to learn to communicate. This episode will give ideas for both ends of the silence spectrum. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra?? Join our monthly members only...
2024-07-0341 min
Family MeetingFMP 196: What Do You Expect?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra explore the affects that our expectations can have on our kids. The expectations that we have for them can subconsciously impact the way that we treat them. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a replay on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-06-2646 min
Family MeetingFMP 195: Is Social Media Killing Your Marriage?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra dive into the dangers of social media in your marriage relationship. Social media can be a great tool, but it can also do a lot of damage. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-06-1947 min
Family MeetingFMP 194: The Family BankIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the importance of depositing quality time into the family bank. We have a limited amount of time to spend with our family. Let's make sure that we spend it wisely! To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-06-1241 min
Family MeetingFMP 193: Ask Us Anything!In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra are put into the hot seat with the questions that you have sent in. They will cover everything from is it ok to choose to not have kids, should your kids choose what school they go to, and is oral sex ok? To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas...
2024-06-0546 min
Family MeetingFMP 192: Healing From Emotional PainIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share a process that you can use to begin to heal from the emotional pain that you have experienced. Healing takes time, and the best time to start healing is today. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only call now!
2024-05-2949 min
Family MeetingFMP 191: Raising Boys To Become GentlemenIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra step into unfamiliar territory to talk about parenting boys. It's important for boys to be boys, but at the same time learn to be gentlemen. Listen in as they share some things that your boys need to know. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904- 257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our...
2024-05-2249 min
Family MeetingFMP 190: How To Handle Work Capacity DifferencesIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the difficulties that differing work capacities can cause, and how to handle those work capacity differences. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-05-151h 00
Family MeetingFMP 189: Making Mother's Day SpecialIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share their thoughts on how to make Mother's Day a memorable day for the mothers in your life. A little planning goes a long way in honoring your own mom and the mother of your children. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members...
2024-05-0841 min
Family MeetingFMP 188: What To Do In A One-Sided MarriageIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra give encouragement to those who are in a one-sided marriage. It can be extremely disheartening to feel like the only one working on your marriage! Listen in as they give some practical steps for you to take to continue to invest in your marriage. T watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation...
2024-05-0140 min
Family MeetingFMP 187: More Than Cousins, Best FriendsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share the benefits of developing the relationships between your kids and their cousins. No one understands your crazy family like your cousins do! To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-04-2439 min
Family MeetingFMP 186: Growing Together Or Growing Apart?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk growth. We all should be growing in every area of our lives, but what can we do to ensure that we are growing together instead of growing apart? To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-04-1747 min
Family MeetingFMP 185: Becoming Approachable To Your KidsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra help you evaluate whether you are truly approachable to your kids or not. Sometimes we can let them know that we aren't interested in talking to them without even knowing it. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-04-101h 00
Family MeetingFMP 184: Infidelity Can Lead To DivorceIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra finish a 3 part series on the leading causes of divorce. This episode encourages you to set up safeguards in your relationship. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-04-0346 min
Family MeetingFMP 183: Money Problems Can Lead To DivorceIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra continue a 3 part series on the leading causes of divorce. This episode focuses in on getting on the same page financially. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-03-2753 min
Family MeetingFMP 182: Lack Of Commitment Can Lead To DivorceIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra start a 3 part series on the leading causes of divorce. This episode focuses in on a lack of commitment caused by the wrong view of love and marriage. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-03-2042 min
Family MeetingFMP 181: I Have A Newborn, Now What?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra jump back into the newborn stage of life by surveying mothers of newborns. These moms share their experience and advice about this wonderful stage of life. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-03-1350 min
Family MeetingFMP 180: The Five Love Languages And The BedroomIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra look at the five love languages apply to the bedroom. Knowing your spouse's love languages can take your sex life to the next level. Take the five love languages quiz. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-03-0651 min
Family MeetingFMP 179: How To Have Hard Conversations With Your KidsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the need to sometimes have difficult conversations with your children. Listen in as they give a framework for how to have these conversations with your kids. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching call now!
2024-02-2835 min
Family MeetingFMP 178: Looking For The Best In Your SpouseIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra encourage you to look for the good in your spouse. What you choose to focus on in a person will affect the way that you view them, so choose to focus on the positive. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join our monthly members only coaching c...
2024-02-2144 min
Family MeetingFMP 177: Life's Not FairIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share how they teach their children that life isn't fair. Learning to deal with the fact that life isn't fair will help them to overcome the obstacles that come their way and help others in their time of need. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. Want a more meaningful conversation with Thomas and Lysandra? Join ou...
2024-02-1443 min
Family MeetingFMP 176: What Should We Do For Valentine's Day?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share some creative ideas for celebrating Valentine's Day. Couples often fall into a routine of doing the same old thing year after year. Listen in and get some ideas for trying something new this Valentine's Day. To watch the full video subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2024-02-0750 min
Family MeetingFMP 175: Santa, The Tooth Fairy, And Other Make Believe CharactersIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra jump into the world of make believe! How do you decide what, if any, make believe characters you are going to do with your kids? Listen in as they share some questions that will help you make this decision for your family. To watch the full episode go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting...
2024-01-3150 min
Family MeetingFMP 174: This Is My ConfessionIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra need to confess. Confession is an important part of family relationships. We need to learn to own our mistakes and failures and learn to come up with a plan to change our behavior. To watch the full video subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2024-01-2448 min
Family MeetingFMP 173: Why Am I So Angry?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra look to get to the root of why we get angry. Anger is just a symptom of a much deeper issue. Listen in to learn how to dig just a little bit deeper into this issue. To find out more about Bob and Judy Hughes and their book Love Focused check out their website. To watch the full video go subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a...
2024-01-1748 min
Family MeetingFMP 172: Life Skills 101In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share their list of important life skills that your kids need to know before they leave the house. We can't depend on their school our church to teach them these things. We, as their parents, need to take responsibility that they learn these skills. To watch the full video subscribe to our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www...
2024-01-1054 min
Family MeetingFMP 171: I'm A Christian, But My Spouse Isn'tIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about what to do if you and your spouse aren't on the same page in the most important issues of life. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2024-01-0351 min
Family MeetingFMP 170: Celebrating What You Have Accomplished This YearIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra encourage you to look back at this last year and see the positive steps that you have taken in your life. Celebrating those positive steps will give you momentum to accomplish everything that you want to accomplish this next year. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to familymeeting.org
2023-12-2745 min
Family MeetingFMP 169: The Reason For The SeasonIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about how to make the most important things a priority during the busy Christmas season. We often waste time, energy, and money on the things that don't really matter, so it may be time to change up some things this Christmas. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2023-12-2044 min
Family MeetingFMP 168: Protecting Your Child From Sexual Abuse Part 2In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra tackle the difficult topic of protecting your child from sexual abuse. They share the steps that you should take if your child tells you that they have been sexually abused, along with the steps you should take if you are a victim of sexual abuse. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to...
2023-12-1353 min
Family MeetingFMP 167: Protecting Your Child From Sexual AbuseIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra tackle the difficult topic of protecting your child from sexual abuse. They share the steps that predators take to gain access to children, and what you can do to limit the danger that your child faces of being sexually abused. To watch the full episode check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2023-12-061h 00
Family MeetingFMP 166: Keeping Your Friendships BalancedIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share the importance of keeping your friendships in the proper balance. Listen in as they give some practical steps for getting back into balance if you or your spouse have friendships that are taking too much of a priority. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. To share your story send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2023-11-2944 min
Family MeetingFMP 165: New Thanksgiving TraditionsIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about some of their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and give some ideas for new traditions that you can try with your family this year. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. TO share your story, send an email to info#familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2023-11-2239 min
Family MeetingFMP 164: The GrudgeIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the negative effects that holding a grudge have on us and how to let go of them. It is a sad fact of life that people will hurt you, so it is important to learn how to move on from those hurts. To watch the full episode check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www...
2023-11-151h 00
Family MeetingFMP 163: The Purpose In PainIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra deal with the difficult topic of pain. Pain can lead to you feeling absolutely hopeless, unless you keep in mind the purposes of pain. To watch the full video check out our YouTube channel. To share your story, send an email to info@familymeeting.org or call 904-257-3062 to ask your questions and receive a reply on a future episode. For more information go to www.familymeeting.org
2023-11-0853 min
Family MeetingFMP 66: Pastor AppreciationIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about Pastor Appreciation month. You have the ability to be such an encouragement to your pastors and their families. Listen in as Thomas and Lysandra share some ideas for how you can bless your pastors. To share your ideas send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2021-10-2040 min
Family MeetingFMP 62: Isn't It Romantic?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra dive into the world of romance. In a lot of relationships romance dies out pretty early, but it shouldn't. Listen in as Thomas and Lysandra give some very specific ways that you can bring romance back into your relationship. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2021-09-2241 min
Family MeetingFMP 59: Isabella InterviewIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra interview their second oldest daughter, Isabella. Isabella shares her favorite memories and the mistakes that Thomas and Lysandra have made as parents. To share your episode ideas, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2021-09-0130 min
Family MeetingFMP 52: Everyone's a criticIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about the right way to deal with criticism. It seems like everyone has an opinion on how you ought to live your life. You will face criticism, and it is important to know how to handle it correctly. To invite Thomas and Lysandra to speak at your next event, send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2021-07-1441 min
Family MeetingFMP 33: Who Does What?In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra tackle the topic of household responsibilities. Figuring out who does what can be a hot button issue in some homes. Listen in as Thomas and Lysandra share how their home operates and some suggestions for your home as well. To share your thoughts on household responsibilities send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2021-01-0834 min
Family MeetingFMP 26: SleepoversIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra share their thoughts on their kids and sleepovers. Spending the night with friends can be some of the best times of your childhood, but it can also lead to some of our worst childhood experiences. Listen in as Thomas and Lysandra share some tips to make it a goo time for your kids, and also share some warnings to keep your children safe. To ask a question about sleepovers send an email to podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2020-09-1839 min
Family MeetingFMP 6: Living with depressionIn this episode, Thomas and Lysandra talk about living with depression. They pull back the curtain on their personal lives and share how they deal with Thomas' battle with depression. Chances are that someone in your life struggles with a mental illness, listen in and get some ideas on how you can help them. Please share your battle with depression with them by sending an email at podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2020-02-2137 min
Family MeetingFMP 1: Welcome to the Family, Parenting Wins and Fails, and Why You Should Have Family MeetingsThomas and Lysandra have been married for over sixteen years, and they have four daughters. They have been leading Good News Church in Cedar Rapids, Ia for the last ten years. In this episode, Thomas and Lysandra introduce their family and their goals for the Family Meeting Podcast. They share their favorite and least favorite things about parenting and their parenting wins and fails. Feel free to share yours by emailing them at podcast@thomasosterkamp.com For more information, articles, and videos go to www.thomasosterkamp.com
2020-01-1734 min