Intentional Parenting, Discipling Our Children, Refining Through Challenges

In today's episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron and Jennifer Smith return together to share powerful insights from their family life. As parents of six children, they discuss their intentional approach to parenting, how they're preparing their children for life's challenges through the Word of God, and the refining process they've experienced in their marriage through recent challenges. They also share exciting news about their new children's books and reflect on seven years of podcast ministry.In this heartfelt conversation, we explore:How setting aside intentional one-on-one time with each child creates space for meaningful spiritual growthThe power of asking questions instead of only pointing out character issues with our childrenWhy preparing our children with the gospel equips them for life's "winter seasons" of hardshipHow Scripture familiarity creates a foundation children can return to in adulthoodThe importance of humility and self-reflection in personal and marriage growthWays that challenges and hardships serve as refining opportunities for couplesThe impact of praying together during emotionally challenging seasonsHow God uses devotional practices to reveal areas where we need to growWhether you're a parent seeking practical ways to disciple your children, a couple walking through a refining season, or simply looking for encouragement in your spiritual journey, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and real-life examples for growing together in faith.Please subscribe to our channel on YouTube, iTunes, or Spotify and leave us a star rating and review to help us reach new listeners. Your support and feedback mean the world to us!Connect with Aaron and Jennifer Smith:New Children's Books: "This is How You Love Your Mommy" and "This is How You Love Your Daddy" (Available on Amazon) https://amzn.to/41fFtfpExperiencing God Devotional by Henry Blackaby (Recommended resource)https://amzn.to/4klshP5Follow Marriage After God:Instagram: Marriage After God - https://www.instagram.com/marriageaftergodInstagram: Unveiled Wife - https://www.instagram.com/unveiledwifeInstagram: Husband Revolution - https://www.instagram.com/husbandrevolutionSupport this podcast:Shop: https://shop.marriageaftergod.com/Become a patron: https://marriageaftergod.com/patronSmith Family Resources, Inc © 2025KEY WORDS: Marriage After God, Aaron Smith, Jennifer Smith, intentional parenting, spiritual disciplines, children's discipleship, marriage refinement, gospel-centered parenting, biblical parenting, marriage challenges, spiritual growth, family devotions, character development, Christian parenting, Bible studySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marriageaftergod/donations