Car Seat Questions

In episode 1 of this season, you heard pieces of three different conversations all about spiritual, emotional, and cognitive development. In this final episode of season 1, we are joined by Brooke Smith to talk about emotional development in children.  Brooke Ervin is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She specializes in trauma, abuse, and breakdowns in communication within interpersonal relationships - both in marriages as well as within the family unit. She has experience working in a variety of mental and behavioral health settings, including residential, inpatient psychiatric care, as well as outpatient.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the beginning of this season in episode 1, you heard clips from three different conversations to set the stage for the podcast. In this episode, you’ll hear a conversation all about cognitive development with Professor Elizabeth Smith.  Elizabeth Smith, MA, LCPC, is MBI’s Program Head for Children and Family Ministry and Field Chair of Education and Counseling. She is also the author of, “God Never Changes But My Family Always Does”. Elizabeth has loved training churches and families to reach the next generation for Christ in theologically grounded and developmentally innovative ways for over 30 years. Elizabeth is married to Pastor Brian Smith and loves doing ministry alongside him. She is the proud mother of 3 adult children and their wonderful spouses.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the beginning of this season in episode 1, you heard clips from three different conversations to set the stage for the podcast. In this episode, you’ll hear our entire conversation on spiritual development with Randy Isola.  Randy Isola has served the local church as a pastor since 1991, in the NextGen areas of kids, youth and family ministries. He has experience working in both denominational and non-denominational churches, ranging from a bi-lingual, inner-city church plant to multi-site, suburban, mega churches. Randy has been on staff at Christ Community Church in the western suburbs of Chicago since 2005. He is on their leadership team of Sr. Directors as the Next Generation Pastor leading the staff and ministries for nursery through college across all campuses. Randy believes that to lead or join endeavors impacting kids and students for Christ is one of the greatest eternal investments anyone can make. He received his Bachelor and Master’s degrees from Wheaton College in Illinois. Randy is also a NextGen Associate at Slingshot, where he gets to equip and resource churches to build remarkable teams that will impact the next generation. Randy and his wife Michelle grew up attending church together in Chicago and were married in 1994. They have 4 sons in their late teens and early 20’s and live in the suburbs of Chicago. Randy likes to hang out with his family, watch sports and let his dog on the couch when his wife isn’t around.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do we sing so much in church?  When we surveyed a group of parents, one child had a very good question about what humans are made for: worship. He even provided an analogy all about tacos (you’ll have to listen to hear how astute and hilarious it was)!  Today, we asked our friends, recording artist and musicians, Shane and Shane to join us for a conversation all about worship: what it is, why it matters, and how it sets us apart as believers. We also chatted all about their recording careers, why they sing, and how they talk to their own kids about worshiping God. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all remember that song by Audio Adrenaline, right? The one that describes heaven as “a big big yard where we can play football?” That song, while catchy, makes claims about heaven that a lot of kids take to heart! Should we let them? Or should we aim to clarify the theologically correct details about heaven? How do we do that?  Today, we are joined by Dr. Sanjay Merchant to answer the question: what is heaven like? for all of the kiddos who are wondering.  Sanjay Merchant is a Professor of Theology at the Moody Bible Institute. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Divorce is a heartbreaking reality, especially in the US. In America, more than 50% of first marriages end in divorce, so it is likely that this generation will witness divorce in their own families or by association. How do we talk to children about divorce in a way that is Biblically sound and age appropriate - especially considering all of the ways that it affects children? How do we teach them what God designed for marriage in a way that they will understand? How do we love them in this tender place?  On today’s episode, you’ll hear more of Eddie’s personal story as a child of divorce as well as hear a conversation with Dr. Preston Hill surrounding the discussion, care, and timeless truths connected to divorce.  To connect directly with Preston, please visit https://www.drprestonhill.com. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we surveyed parents about the questions their kids have, many of them asked about suffering. How do I talk to my kids about suffering? If God is all powerful, why do we suffer? How do I make this theological concept feel personal and accessible to their sensitive heart? In this episode with Dr. Gerald Peterman from the Moody Bible Institute for a conversation about how to talk to kids about suffering.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racial and ethnic diversity within the family is a beautiful display of God’s family. How people from every nation and every tongue will one day bow down to the King of Kings. But let’s talk about the experiences, joys, challenges, and responsibilities of parents who have adopted cross-racially and internationally. How can I affirm my child’s identity as a member of a certain community and as a member of our family? How can I emphasize the beauty of adoption? How do I love them well? Join us for a conversation with mom, MOPS director, and adopted daughter Sara Lane for this week’s episode of the Car Seat Questions podcast. We hear her story in vulnerability and victory as she pursues the Lord.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has your kid ever been in the “why” phase? Where they ask “why” as a response to everything you say? Have they ever asked about sin? About what it is? What it is not? And how we treat it? In this episode we sit down with Father Jack King to learn how to answer our kids in a Biblically rich and yet understandable way when they ask us: why can’t I just do what I want? Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/carseatquestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Arlene Pellicane discusses managing screen time for kids, setting boundaries, and navigating social media's impact on teens. She advises delaying smartphone access, promoting trust-based conversations, and prioritizing real-life experiences over excessive screen time.