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Stand Firm Parents

Fully Integrated Faith: Parenting from the Other Half of Church

Mar 5, 2025
22:39

Jake McCandless continues his conversation with Michael Hendrix about brain science and discipleship, focusing on practical steps parents can take to nurture a healthy and resilient faith in their children. Discover why building joy, practicing rest, and showing true connection with your kids can make all the difference.

Key Takeaways:

  • Brain science reveals how children learn through joy and rest cycles

  • Parenting with maturity impacts children's natural development

  • Disciplining with grace and maintaining connection builds character

Michel Hendricks is a pastor, teacher, and the co-author of The Other Half of Church, a book that explores the integration of brain science and biblical principles to create healthy, thriving church communities. He has worked and trained alongside Dr. Jim Wilder, a leading voice in neurotheology, at Life Model Works. Michel’s passion is to help leaders cultivate environments where joy, hesed (loving-kindness), and spiritual maturity flourish. Learn more about his work at Life Model Works.

📖 The Other Half of Church by Michel Hendricks and Jim Wilder – Get it on Amazon

 

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