Mama Bear Apologetics

Join us in this thought-provoking episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast as we tackle the challenging task of discussing racism and social justice with children from a biblical perspective. We're excited to welcome our friends and esteemed guests, Krista Bontrager and Monique Duson, authors of the insightful book "Walking in Unity." Together, we explore how to communicate love, justice, and racial unity amidst today's tense political climate. We emphasize the importance of defining terms clearly and understanding their roots in social sciences, ensuring that parents and educators can engage in meaningful conversations with the younger generation.We also examine the complexities of systemic racism and the role of power in societal structures, urging critical analysis before attributing disparities solely to racism. We critique contemporary models of racial reconciliation, highlighting the biblical concept of unity through faith in Jesus, and explore the themes of identity beyond race. This discussion is designed to equip parents with the tools needed to guide their children in understanding their identity in Christ while celebrating their cultural heritage.Main Points CoveredDefining Racism and Bias BiblicallyBiblical Unity vs. Racial ReconciliationUnderstanding Identity Beyond RaceNavigating Disparities and Racial InjusticeEquipping Kids on Biblical IdentityUnfamiliar VocabularySocial Justice: the idea that everyone should have equal rights, opportunities, and treatment, regardless of their race, class, gender, sexuality, or other identity. Often accompanied with programs/legislation for advancement.Institutional/Systemic Racism: a system of policies, practices, and beliefs that results in the unfair treatment of people based on their race.Racial Reconciliation: holds many of the same tenants as anti-racism. It is a works based system aimed and unity across races and socioeconomic classes.Creation Identity: Things that are true about us, from God’s perspective, for all humans, at all times, in all places.Salvation Identity: An identity gained through putting your faith, hope, and confidence in Jesus.People and Resources MentionedVisit: centerforbiblicalunity.comBuy: Walking in UnityDownload: Center For Biblical Unity appJohn 17John 1Genesis 1-3Thanks to our SponsorAirDoctorAmericans take about 20,000 breaths a day and spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. AirDoctor is the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code MBA and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using our promo code MBA at checkout!—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

Our culture is heavily evangelistic in shaping our child’s worldview identity, which is why we Christian parents are called to speak up! In this first episode of a two-part series, Amy interviews Ricky Chelette of Living Hope Ministries on how to raise gender healthy boys.In Raising Gender Healthy Girls, Ricky graciously addressed the girly-girls and the tomboys of the group. He debunks the cultural stereotype that parents are helpless on-lookers when girls get emotional, but instead offers tangible ways both mom and dad are to nurture their growing daughter to help her be secure in her womanly identity. Funny, accessible, and filled with practical steps, listeners will be empowered to know their daughter better and raise her up to the glory of God.Main Points CoveredThe importance of nurturing gender healthy kids todayUnderstanding your Girl(s)What individual girls need from Mom and DadSuggestions for when you're struggling to connect with your girlWhat can dads and families do when they don’t have a present/stable mother figure within the home?Unfamiliar VocabularyGirly Girl: Love all the things classically associated with femininity.Tomboy Girl: More sporty and outdoorsy and “girly things” are less appealing to her.People and Resources Mentionedwww.livehope.orgwww.biblicalsexuality.netwww.mamabearapologetics.com—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

Our culture is heavily evangelistic in shaping our child’s worldview identity, which is why we Christian parents are called to speak up! In this first episode of a 2-part series, Amy interviews Ricky Chelette of Living Hope Ministries on how to raise gender healthy boys.In Raising Gender Healthy Boys, Ricky unpacks how to nurture your sensitive boys and rough-and-tumble-boys, what each child needs based on their personality from mom and dad, and how to launch men solid in their manhood. Filled with practical tips and humorous stories, listeners will leave knowing how to raise up their boys to be warriors in the faith.Main Points CoveredThe importance of nurturing gender healthy kids today.Understanding your boy.What individual boys need from Mom and Dad.Suggestions for when you're struggling to connect with your boy.What can moms and families do when they don’t have a present/stable father figure within the home?Unfamiliar VocabularyRough and Tumble Boy: A boy who wants to express his emotions in physicality.Sensitive Boy: A boy who is more inclined to express his emotions in creative, artistic, or emotive ways.People and Resources Mentionedwww.livehope.orgwww.biblicalsexuality.netwww.mamabearapologetics.comProverbs 22:6Matthew 3—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

Talking about politics is hard enough, but throw kids into the mix and it can feel like navigating a mine field. That’s why we here at Mama Bear want to take a few minutes to help empower parents with a few tips on how to share their political beliefs in front of their children. In this podcast, Jennifer and Amy encourage parents not to let tempers flare when analyzing the views of their political opponent. Instead, parents are challenged to exercise self control while ROARing through the policies coming across the debate platform, recognize and unpack buzz words, vote for policies not personalities, and much more!Parents will leave feeling challenged and embolden help their children think critically, love biblically, and stand firm in the faith while exercising their right to vote.Main Points CoveredWe have a right to speak our views in public.Represent Jesus well in your conversations: Control your temperROAR through the informationVote Policy not PersonalityFact checkValue truth over feelings — all truth is God's truthPeople and Resources MentionedCNN report on what 10 year olds had to say about the electionVox piece on politics and kidsColossians 4:6Colossians 2:81 Peter 3:152 Timothy 2:15Toxic Empathy by Allie Beth Stuckey—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]