Family Relationships
Your guide to healthy and Christ-centered relationships within your family!
Family Relationships
At Teach Them Diligently we believe that having strong family relationships is vital to any christian house hold. We hope that this material will help not only foster your relationships with your kids but also grow the relationships between siblings.
Disciplining Your Children
Discipling your children is one of the core values of Christian parenting.
Being able to lovingly steer your children in the right direction is vital to the growth of your children.
Rooting Your Family in Christ
Rooting your family in Christ is not just the responsibility of the church. As parents, are the primary teachers to help our children grow in faith.
It is our responsiblity to teach our children how to have a relationship with Christ. We not only need to set an example but also take the time to teach them how to have a great relationship with Christ.
Maintaining Healthy Marriages
Educating your kids at home can mean less time on homework and not having to commute back and forth to school.
Homeschool families have more free time to spend together at night and on the weekends, which helps to build and maintain a healthy marriage.
Family Relationship Resources
Building Lasting Relationships: Speak Love Loud | 274
Welcome to the Teach Them Diligently Podcast. Leslie Nunnery is joined by Lori Wildenberg, a licensed parent and family educator, to talk all about the
Gauging Success in Homeschooling | 271
In this conversation, David and Leslie Nunnery discuss the seven marks of a Heart School family and how to gauge success in homeschooling. The chapters
Sacred Habits for Homeschool Harmony: Building Joyful Routines for Moms | 270
Creating habits and routines goes a long way towards building homeschool harmony, and on today’s episode, Jennifer Pepito joined Leslie to talk all about that.
7 Marks of a Heart Schooling Family | 269
In this episode, Leslie and David discuss the 7 Marks of a Heart School family and give practical ideas about how you can ensure you’re
Finding Freedom, Not Friction: Strategies for a Sustainable and Joyful Homeschool | 268
Welcome to the Teach Them Diligently Podcast, where we delve into homeschooling and how parents can lead their family well through homeschooling. Join us as
The Simplicity Of Our Mission | 267
In this conversation, Leslie Nunnery and David Nunnery discuss the importance of recognizing the call to bring children to Jesus and the rare focus on
More Than Dishes and Dust: The Kingdom Impact of Homemaking | 266
In today’s episode, Marci Ferrell and Leslie Nunnery challenge the misconception that “worker at home” equates solely to cleaning and chores. They delve into the
Beyond Curriculum: Raising Christian Kids in a Changing World | 265
In this episode, David and Leslie Nunnery discuss the joys and challenges of parenting adult children and the transition into a new phase of family
7 Marks of a Heart Schooling Family: How Do You Measure Up?
“The unexamined life is not worth living.” ~Socrates I have that quote written in my Bible near Philippians 3, along with the reminder that I
Are You Raising Disciples? The Only Question That Matters for Your Family
“What is truth?” (John 18: 38) For decades since the death of Herod in 4 BC, Pontius Pilate had battled revolutionaries in Judea. Herod was
Nothing better than a Triumphal Procession
But thanks be in God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of Him everywhere. (2
Get Out of the Mud
The other day I was reading in the Gospel of John. For months now I have been walking through the Bible with my brother who
You Were Sent, Just As Jesus Was Sent
“As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world” (John 17:18) Merry Christmas! I love this time of year
We Did It Again!
We Launched another New Family This Weekend. Less than six months later, we are back here again, but this time it is totally different. Yes,
Thanksgiving is Remembering to Remember
“A French proverb states that gratitude is the memory of the heart—it is the way that the heart remembers. If you want to be a
Beyond Lesson Plans: The Crucial Role Husbands Play in Homeschooling Hearts and Minds
This is what I tell men when they ask… I remember driving up to North Charlotte about 5 years ago to meet David and Jason
Cultivating Hearts: The Sower’s Lesson and the Power of Thanksgiving in Education
Have you ever thought that the sower in the parable of the Seed and the Sower is really not a good farmer at all? I’m
Raising Money-Smart Kids: Family Financial Socialization | 258
Welcome to the Homeschooling Families Podcast, where we explore the intersection of home education and family life. In today’s episode, we delve into a vital
Equipping Our Children for Spiritual Discernment | 252
Join us as Leslie Nunnery and Chuck Black delve into the importance of spiritual discernment in the lives of homeschooling families. Discover practical strategies for
Heart Schooling: Transforming Your Homeschool For Discipleship | 248
In this episode of the Homeschooling Families Podcast, Leslie Nunnery delves into the concept of “heart schooling” and how it can transform your homeschooling journey.
How Dads Can Be Involved in Homeschooling: Leading with Love and Vision | 245
In this episode of the Homeschooling Families podcast, Leslie Nunnery and David Nunnery delve into a topic that’s often overlooked: the role of husbands in
Building a Home Library and Nurturing Faith Through Reading | 239
On this weeks Friday Family Forum, Leslie Nunnery welcomes special guest Anna Symonds, a devoted homeschooling mom with a passion for literature, culture, and faith.
Building Strong Sibling Bonds: Fostering Friendships at Home | 236
We are excited for another Friday Family Forum on the Homeschooling Families Podcast. Today Leslie Nunnery is joined by Sherri Seligson to discuss siblings. How
Faith, Books, and Fellowship: Harnessing the Power of Homeschooling | 235
In this episode of the Homeschooling Families Podcast, Leslie Nunnery welcomes Sara Studdard, also known as the “Book Lady and Jesus.” They discuss the practical
Building Healthy Foundations: A Biblical Approach to Health Education | 224
In this episode of the Homeschooling Families podcast, Leslie Nunnery welcomes Ashton Tate, the founder of Glory to Glory Fitness, for a deep dive into
Rising Strong: Stories of Resilient Faith in Persecution’s Shadow | 232
Today on the Homeschooling Families podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Todd Nettleton, from The Voice of the Martyrs. Todd joined us in Pigeon Forge
One Key Thing That Keep Us On Track As Parents and Home Educators | 227
David and Leslie are excited to launch a new themed episode on the show where they will address the questions or concerns we receive at
Bible Study Times in our Homeschool | 218
Today we honored to have Lindsey Carroll of Driven by Grace. Many of us are about to launch back into homeschooling or even begin a
Building a Strong Christian Foundation in Homeschooling | 215
Today we are joined by Israel Wayne of Family Renewal Ministries. There are a lot of conversations happening these days about education in general. As
Learning the Bible Together as a Family | 210
On today’s podcast, Joie Harber, the co-founder of Creation to Revelation is here to chat with us about a 3-cycle approach to learning the Bible
Homeschooling and Cultural Literacy: Understanding Diversity | 209
Today, Leslie is joined by Amber O’Neal Johnston, author of A Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond. Amber has
Benefits of a Gap Year Program | 208
On today’s podcast, Leslie will be joined by Brian Tanedo to explore an after-high school option that you may have heard about but have not
Cultivating Curiosity In The Summer | 207
Summer time is upon us, and with it comes some great opportunities for building on what our kiddos have learned and the things they have
Making Family Discipleship Fun | 206
Most of you listening in share the belief that the discipleship of our children is a really important part of our job description. For many,
Hard Is Not the Same As Bad | 205
Today, Leslie Nunnery is joined by Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama. They will be talking about how God grows us, even in
How To Stop Defiance, Disrespect, and Meltdowns Without Yelling or Ruining Your Relationship | 204
Kirk Martin is joining us again today, as we look specifically at how to stop defiance, disrespect and meltdowns without yelling or ruining your
The Discipleship Gift of a Journaling Bible | 200
On today’s podcast, Leslie is going to share with you in a little more detail about a project that she started years ago by journaling
The Homeschool Tug Of War
Homeschool families understand that homeschooling goes well beyond the books. What we are teaching our children will shape their character and equip them to be
Motherhood After Party | 199
On today’s podcast, Leslie will be chatting with Kate Batistelli all about life after our children launch and leave the home. Kate has a fascinating
Raising Daughters | 197
Today’s podcast is really special. Tricia Goyer is joining the podcast, and we’ll be talking all about helping our daughters prepare to meet their future
The Great Commission Begins At Home | 196
We talk a lot about the Great Commission and the Gospel here at Teach Them Diligently, and we even go so far as to say
Every Family Has A Goal | 194
On today’s podcast, David and Leslie will revisit a topic that has proven to be super helpful to families as they’ve talked about it over
Staying On Mission With Many Children | Episode 192
For so many families, parents are outnumbered by kiddos, so it’s important to understand how to stay on the mission when you have many children
Pre-Teens, Teens, and Medical Consent | 191
Although we hate even to entertain the thought, we need to be ready to know how to react if the state ever approaches us, and our guest today is incredibly well-equipped to help us know how to respond in difficult situations
Deschooling: A Basic Training for Home Education
I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts recently while I was taking a walk. In it, the host started talking about Basic Training
What’s Holding You Back from Biblical Education?
Education has been a crucial aspect of human development for thousands of years, and the Bible provides a rich understanding of what education should look
We don’t advocate homeschooling! Are you surprised?
You might be surprised to hear me say that as a parent, your greatest mission isn’t to homeschool. Don’t get me wrong; homeschooling is awesome.
Get Your Head In the Game
David and I have 4 children who have always been active and involved in athletics (among other things.) Our daughters are both volleyball players, so
The Joy of Parenting Teens | 182
Today we are joined today by Amber Johnston. Amber and Leslie Nunnery are going to be discussing the absolute joys of parenting teens, and we
What to Do When it Seems Like the World is Ending
Right now in the world, there are so many difficult things going on. There’s inflation, the threat of war, the church is on the decline, political unrest, and
Actively Remember What Is Important
I love this time of year, but I was missing it! About two weeks before Christmas, I looked up from the trenches of work and
Biblical Worldview in a Modern World | 178
Many worldviews exist in our culture and none of them are neutral. SO, it is the responsibility of every Christian parent to train their children’s
From Hesitance to Confidence | 177
On today’s podcast, Leslie Nunnery be chatting with Leigh Nguyen all about a homeschooling lifestyle for a Christian Homeschooling family. Leigh is the host of
Battling Overwhelming Situations while Homeschooling | 176
Several years ago, I remember checking Facebook one day and seeing a myriad of posts asking for prayer for a family whose husband had just
Parenting Lying Children | 175
Is your child struggling with lying, but you aren’t sure how to address it from a heart-oriented, biblical perspective? Then we’re glad you’re joining us
Trust God’s Plans Because They Are Good
God’s plans for His people are so good—and they haven’t changed since the beginning of time. The Lord really reinforced that for me over the
Overcoming Homeschool Fears | 174
On todays podcast, we are thrilled to welcome back Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press. The last time she was with us, Leslie and Jennifer
The Wisdom Of Putting Things Together As Parents | 170
Last week, David and I took a few days to head up to the mountains to pray and plan about the next few months. We
Every Home Needs A Strong Foundation
Teach Them Diligently has been in existence now for eleven years. During that time, my children have grown from youngsters to young men and women.
How To Discipline a Strong-Willed Child Who Doesn’t Care About Consequences | 169
Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and over the years, he’s shown almost 1 million parents how to stop the yelling, defiance, and
Grandparents and Homeschooling
Having a grandparent that homeschools is an added blessing.
Grandparents can bring a lot of life experience and wisdom to the table when they homeschool grandchildren. Sometimes due to financial constraints or other factors, it is necessary for both parents to work.
Having a grandparent step in to take the role of teacher can be an amazing gift for the children and family.
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Vitamin D in Winter
If you find that your mood is affected by the dark, cloudy days, take 5000 iu/125 mcg of Vitamin D3 daily. Also, I often recommend lightbox therapy to my clients who struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder. Make sure it has at least 10,000 LUX power and sit or work in front of it for at […]
Winter and Your Mental Health
Have something to look forward to that you reserve only for the winter season. Maybe it is a special event or a special project or craft you enjoy. Plan a date night or girls’ night out. Thoughtfully consider what rejuvenates and refreshes you. Baking? Crafting? Needlework? Playing games? Popcorn and a home movie? Do you […]
Sleep and Your Health
I think it is nearly impossible to feel good when you are sleep deprived! The average adult needs 8-9 hours of sleep per night! I don’t know about you, but I have to be really intentional if I’m going to get that much sleep per night! And this isn’t the hours in bed but the […]
Stress Effects on Your Body
This week we are going to talk about the best test to measure how stress is affecting you. My go-to test is always a saliva cortisol and DHEA-S test. Measuring your cortisol levels at 4 different times throughout the day helps you know how well your body responds to stress. Elevated cortisol levels can indicate […]
Making Time for Your Health
My brother has been known to say, “I’ll sleep when I get to heaven. I don’t have time to sleep now!” And my reply is, “You will get to heaven much sooner if you don’t get enough sleep now!” We need sleep because it is restorative on the body, allowing body systems and organs and […]
Reasons for Sleep Frustration
It can be so frustrating to lay in bed and not be able to sleep! Why does this happen? This is not an exhaustive list but here are 10 reasons we don’t sleep well. 1. Stress – short term or chronic. It promotes hyperactivity of the mind and body and leaves you unable to relax. […]
Habits of Healthy Sleep
Sleep is so important but what if sleep doesn’t come easy for you? What can you do? 1. Stay off ALL screens for 1-2 hours before bed. Electronic screens emit blue light which suppresses melatonin making it harder to fall asleep. 2. Don’t sleep with your phone next to you. Electromagnetic frequencies disrupt your sleep. […]
Stress, Cortisol, and Hormones… Oh My!
Stress, whether acute or chronic, can have serious effects on hormone levels for women. When your adrenal glands perceive stress, they will pump out extra cortisol to deal with the stress. If necessary, the adrenal glands will convert progesterone into cortisol to handle all the stress. Unfortunately, this means that your progesterone levels will drop, […]
The Art of Teaching Writing and How To Evaluate It
One of the hardest things about teaching writing is how to grade it. Do you give students points for completing various steps of the writing proess? Do they know clearly what you expect at every step? speaker Sharon Fisher Listen Now
How Children Learn
This seminar sifts through what we now know to be true about how God has hard-wired kids to learn. It briefly reviews the steps of cognitive development for kids from K-6th grade and gives practical strategies for supporting their development in your homeschool program. speaker Debra Bell Listen Now
What is Tot School?
Have a toddler? This is the session for you! Exposing early learning skills through play is what it’s all about. speaker Carisa Hinson Listen Now
Five Flavors Of Homeschooling
Speaker: Sonya Shafer, Simply Charlotte Mason The world of homeschooling is a lot like the world of food. You know that you want to provide nutritious meals for your children’s minds, but there are so many possibilities for what that food could look like and taste like. Join Sonya for a simple overview of five […]
Organized (Well, Almost!) Time Management for Busy Moms
Speaker: Vicki Bentley As a busy mom, do you sometimes struggle with lesson planning, keeping the house somewhat presentable, teaching, keeping up with the laundry, AND getting dinner on the table the same day you homeschool? Come hear practical tips and encouragement from a fellow homeschool mom of many. Your husband and children will thank […]
Dual Enrollment: Navigating High School and College Simultaneously
Speaker: Stephen Buettell Navigating dual enrollment and the high school years can be a challenging task. Stephen shares what to look for and how to approach the high school years with an eye toward college and dual enrollment. Listen Now
Busy But Not Barren: Developing Scripture Memory as a Life Habit
Speaker: Randy Williamson Listen Now
Reading, Writing, and Running the Vacuum…How to Manage Home and School
Speaker: Linda Hobar You’ve done your research and you’re all set to teach the three R’s: reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic. Good for you! But how in addition to that will you run the vacuum, put away the laundry, and mop? If you need tips for getting it all done around your home, join veteran homeschool […]
Culture Shock: How to Equip Your Kids to Thrive in a Post-Christian Era
Speaker: Heidi St. John Description Listen Now
The Perils of Parenting Gen Z
Speaker: Hal and Melanie Young What’s going on with our kids’ generation when 75% despair about the future, 42% are dealing with mental health issues, and a shocking number are struggling with sexuality and gender? Our grandparents formed The Greatest Generation, but they call our children’s The Most Fearful. Generation Z, now 10 to 25 […]
Start Preparing Your Students for Their Financial Future NOW!
Speaker: Janet Smith This workshop will help you teach your students how to handle money God’s way versus the world’s way. You will learn how to prepare them to handle money for a lifetime! How young should you start? As soon as they know what money is. Listen Now
Let Boys Be Boys
Speaker: Mark Hancock Listen Now
How to Keep Your Child In The Faith
Speaker: Israel Wayne Studies show that 70% of churched youth abandon the Christian faith sometime before high school graduation. While there are no guarantees in parenting, there are steps parents can take that have been proven through various studies to statistically improve the chances of your child embracing and remaining in the faith. Learn what […]
The Mystery of the Dinosaurs
Speaker: Mike Snavely This session provides a biblical alternative to the standard explanation for these creatures, and answers the basic questions everyone has on the subject – What were dinosaurs? When did they live? What really happened to them? Does the Bible talk about them?, etc. This is one of our most requested sessions. Listen […]
Bringing Back Family Time & Biblical Family Devotions
Speaker: Glenn Ransom Want to bring your family together? Desire to help your family grow a relationship with God? Get caught up in not having enough time, struggling to understand things or cannot find what you’re looking for? This session shows you a tool to overcome these and discover the benefits of family devotions. Listen […]
Navigating The Library With Wisdom
Speaker: Whitney Newby How do you navigate visiting the library when it can feel like a minefield? Do you just stop going? Do you pre-read every book that comes through your doors? In this session, Whitney will discuss practical ways to navigate the public library to find rich, wholesome, developmentally-appropriate reading material for children. Listen […]
Light a Thousand Fires
Speaker: Heidi St. John Right place. Right time. Right team. We’re raising a generation of Daniels as America becomes a modern Babylon. The Lord has set us apart for such a time as this and He has a purpose for each of us and each of our children. Heidi St John lays out the rules […]
Homeschooling When Life is Hard
Speaker: Dr. Sandi Queen|ND Listen Now
Cultivating Curiosity Through Project-Based Learning
Speaker: Jamie Erickson Listen Now
Practical Apologetics
Speaker: Chuck Black The description of the Enemy in our modern world seems overwhelming at times, especially for young people. Is there scientific evidence for God? Does faith deny logic and reason? Chuck tackles these challenging questions and offer solid answers through practical apologetics. Equip your youth using the synergy between scripture, science technology, logic […]
Create a foreign language immersion homeschool
Speaker: Adelaide Olguin Want a foreign language to be a part of your homeschool? But your family is either stuck learning vocab words instead of immersing yourself in the language by talking in it together or the whole idea of learning a foreign language is super overwhelming? I grew up monolingual and learned to conjugate […]
Putting ADHD into Focus
Speaker: Danni Gugel ADHD can be exhausting for the child and the parent, especially when that parent is also the teacher! Join us to learn everything you need to know about ADHD. We’ll cover symptoms, diagnosis, and research-based options for treatments that work! Participants will: ~Learn methods for diagnosing ADHD ~Learn types and common symptoms […]