On the show today, Brook and Elizabeth and Phil and Diane talk about complaining. They unpack how complaining often masks deeper issues like grief, unmet expectations, or a lack of acceptance.True lament invites God into our pain, helping us process grief without getting stuck, whilegodliness with contentment reorients our perspective. By repenting of entitlement, embracingsuffering as part of our calling, and teaching others, including our children, to lament with God,we grow in faith and resilience. Enjoy!Scripture mentioned:Philippians 21 Timothy 6v6Phillippians 4Genesis 6v6Psalm 119Romans 8JobJerry Sittser’s books:Year End Match…Give Here!Marriage RetreatWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

Conflict, conflict, conflict! We all have it, none of us really want it, and we usually don’t handle it well. What are we to do with the complexities of relational tension and dynamics in our closest relationship? What are some tried and true strategies that are effective now, and how do we heal the emotional wounds that come from conflict? What does the Bible say about this pivotal dynamic in our homes? Listen as Brook, Elizabeth, Phil, and Diane discuss this topic and share their hearts and failures. Enjoy! Year End Match…Give Here!Marriage RetreatWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! On today’s show, Brook, Elizabeth, Phil, and Diane sit down to respond to some great questions you all sent in. They open with an important question: is cooking a turkey necessary at Thanksgiving? They also cover some questions like how to find a spiritual mentor, how to keep fighting for your spouse when your spouse is struggling with an addiction, and how to focus on our children's flaws as well as their strengths. We hope you have a great Thanksgiving, Enjoy!Scriptures Mentioned:Romans 15v1Galatians 6v5Galatians 5v16Philippians 4v13James 4v71 Peter 3Hebrews 12v1-3Philippians 2Marriage RetreatJoin our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

On today’s show, we are so pleased to welcome Glenn Packiam. Glenn is a Pastor, author, podcast host, husband, and father of four. We are excited for you to get to know Glenn and the work he has been up to, not only as an author with the book he co-wrote with his wife, Holly but also to learn what God has been teaching him about fatherhood and his relationship with Jesus. Join us in this deep and encouraging conversation as we talk about what it means to have an Intentional year, to start new habits instead of New Year’s resolutions, discipling your kids with the heart of connection first, and how to find pathways to your child’s heart. Enjoy!The Resilient Pastor Podcast Learn About GlennMarriage RetreatJoin our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

Join us today as Brook, Phil, and Diane discuss their best daily habits. Spoiler alert: it’s reading their Bibles each day. Some stories and reflections are shared today about how God has transformed each of them over the years by reading the scriptures daily. Reading the Bible is not meant to be legalistic; God’s heart is an invitation, wanting to bless, meet, and help you. To keep it simple, they break it down into five different ways to read the scriptures. Enjoy!5 different ways to read the scriptures:*First, find a place you like to be in where you won't be interrupted. You may have to wake up earlier for this, so don’t forget your journal.1) Read Prayerfully 2) Read Carefully3) Read Humbly4) Read Expectantly 5) Read JoyfullyMarriage RetreatSubmit 1 min Video Here! Join our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

Today is all about marriage. Join Brook and Elizabeth as they share from a place of humble transparency how God has taught them to love one another. Brook and Elizabeth share crucial elements that have shifted their relationship, like care before criticism, being aware of the little foxes, and finding ways to encourage one another. They also discuss four things to try in your marriage to bring more care and life to your relationship. You are not alone if you find marriage hard, but it is worth the fight. Enjoy!4 things to try:1) Beware of the little foxes2) Believe in your spouse’s goodwill3) Find what you can encourage4) Breath prayersMarriage RetreatSubmit 1 min Video Here! Join our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

Today, we talk all about time! We cover different topics like letting our dreams die. What does that process look like? How do we accept the pain of life effectively and fruitfully? What do we do in the waiting when one season has not yet come but one season has already passed? What’s the right time to let something painful go? When is it time to conquer the next mountain? We cover many questions like this and even more. Enjoy!4 Movements to helpA time of waiting A time to turn A time to set out A time to take possession Marriage RetreatSubmit 1 min Video to: Info@intentionalparents.orgJoin our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

We welcome Jay Kim as our guest on the show today! Jay is a pastor, author, speaker, husband, and father. Jay has dedicated so much of his work to the topic of examination in the areas of technology, Christianity, and family. This delightful conversation dives into the Ignatian practices and how we can incorporate them into our daily lives, especially with our children. There are genuine moments and examples in this conversation that are refreshingly humble and helpful as Jay shares his passion for the truth that we were made for face-to-face, embodied experiences and points out how that is precisely how God meets us through Jesus. Enjoy!5 movements to help you slow down with God1) Invite God to make you aware of His presence2) Gratitude- thank Him for one thing3) Reflect on your day and offer one hard thing to Him4) Confess and repent from one thing that day5) Offer one thing you need help with tomorrowMarriage RetreatSubmit 1 min Video Here! Where to find Jay Kim:Books:Analog Church Analog Christian Listen Listen SpeakLearn More about JayJay ThinksWestgate church in Silicon ValleyJay’s PodcastThe Digital Examen PodcastJoin our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @EmosserFREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH: Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)Website:Blogs The Intentional Film Series 

Today, we’re joined by Darren Whitehead to discuss his book, The Digital Fast. He highlights the crucial role of community in helping us break free from excessive phone use and invites us on a 40-day journey toward less digital noise and more spiritual peace. The average person spends 7 to 9 hours a day on their phone, and while we know it’s not a healthy habit, changing it can feel incredibly challenging—especially when we try to do it alone. In this conversation, we’ll explore the four key movements of the digital fast and how to rediscover joy and balance. Enjoy! The 4 Movements:1. Detach2. Discover3. Delight4. Determine The Digital Fast Join our Legacy Builders Watch on YouTube Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser FREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH:Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book:Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!) Website: Blogs The Intentional Film Series

You are in for a special treat; we did our first-ever live Q+R recording from the Motherhood retreat! We had hundreds of women send in questions from the weekend that touch on many deep topics like giving care before criticism, how to encourage your husband, is anything off-limits when you are lamenting with God, how to cut the deadly loop of envy, how to offer help to your friends in a way they can say yes and so much more. We hope you join us today for a tiny taste of our 2024 Intentional Motherhood retreat. Enjoy! Join our Legacy Builders Watch on YouTube Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser FREE TEXT Message Daily Devotional MERCH:Gear for the journey Grab a copy of our book:Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!) Website: Blogs The Intentional Film Series