Sparking Everyday Discipleship

In this episode we discuss using picture books to help our children easily understand the different types of conflict in literature. Come join the fun, and let us know your favorite picture books and…

In this episode we talk with Laura Sassi about the launch of her wonderful new book: My Tender Heart Prayer Book and about teaching children to pray. 

In this episode we talk with John Fort who works with Be Broken Ministries which helps families talk about emotions and sexuality with their children as well as offers many other ministry resources f…

This week we talk about books to help our children appreciate home and to learn hospitality. We look at the silly, serious, and the inspirational. 

In this episode we talk about the lessons from nature all children should learn and some wonderful books to read as we go out for walks in nature with our children. Come check out the fun!  

In this episode we talk about humility and how to help our children embrace it. We talk about some very special books that can help us with this important lesson. In a world celebrating pride for eve…

This week we talk about homeschooling and about using books and other resources to help our children become global citizens living a biblical worldview. Lots of great books! Check them out. 

In this episode we look at three powerful picture book biographies from three different cultures in three different countries. We're sure you'll want to add these to your shopping or library list!

Want to find out what books Kristin and I think are the best of 2022? Join us for this episode of "Books that Spark."

This week we suggest some meaningful Father's Day books and share some thoughts for those wanting to disciple their children. Come hear what we've got to say about that. For show notes and links go t…

In this episode we talk about our summer Bible memory plan and share several exciting announcements you won't want to miss!

In this episode of "Books that Spark," Kristin joins us again, and we share tips for summer reading, our favorite summer reading programs, and summer reading picks. 

This week we talk with author Natalee Creech about her books "When Day Is Done," "Something," "Nothing," and the possibility of "Everything" -- and the importance of subtitles.  

This week we visit with Kristin Wynalda who has an amazing website/blog sharing all kinds of tips about books for our kids and families called "Big Books, Little Ears." She shares great information w…

This week we want to bless moms with some book suggestions. We also want to hear your suggestions for fun, funny books for moms to read. What would you suggest? 

In this episode we visit with author Mindy Baker. She offers many resources for families, has a mini magazine available, and enjoys doing school visits to talk about her beautiful picture book. For s…

In this episode, we talk with Mr. Mark Jones who has a fun picture book and several resource books and other resources for families, children's ministries, and home schoolers. 

In this episode we discuss the benefits of reading poetry and discussing it with our children. We can use it across the curriculum to teach topics and practice skills. Plus, writing poetry allows our…

In this episode we talk with Rebecca Gomez about her fun picture books and her "Read, Discuss, Do!" plans on her website. 

In this episode of "Books that Spark," Pastor Dave Brown visits with us discussing how to open up the word of God correctly with our children, equipping them to understand the Bible.