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Helping Teens Own Their Faith with Dave Boden
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Helping Teens Own Their Faith with Dave Boden

October 22, 2024 • 52:40 • Greta Eskridge

Dont forget to pre-order my new book!  Get your copy of Its Time to Talk to Your Kids About PornA Parents Guide to Helping Children and Teens Develop Sexual Integrity clicking on the title of the book. 

 

Todays episode is extra fun because it is my first episode with a guest from outside the Untied States. Meet Dave Boden, my friend from England! Dave is also the husband of one of my dear friends, Leah Boden, who is also known as Modern Miss Mason. Dave and I thought it was great fun that he was a guest on my show before Leah was. We sure had a great time together in this episode. I especially loved talking to Dave about his heart for reaching the next generation for Christ. Whether you have teens in your life or will one day, this episode will remind you that teenagers and young adults are craving meaning and purpose in their lives and we can help them find that through Jesus. I know youll love this conversation. 

 

 

Where to find Dave: 

On Substack here 

His website here 

On Instagram here 

His book Like or Follow here 

His book Parallel Faith here 

 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

Get a discount on bulk orders of Daves book Like or Follow from 10 of Those here 

 

Some favorite quotes from this episode: 

The heart of my family is all about the next generation. That is what were passionate about. Were captivated by reaching the next generation. Dave Boden 

If were open to teens and we dont think the worst of them, well see theyre such incredible people. At that time of life, theyre so excited about the world and they have ideas and questions and they want to learn. Greta Eskridge 

Discover how Jesus can reframe your world with hope and purpose. Dave Boden 

A part of our call as Christians is to leave our Christian bubble, bridge the gap and go where people are. Dave Boden 

There are three questions every person has: who am I, what am I here for and where do I belong? Young people are asking these questions and searching for the answers. Dave Boden 

Jesus is a real person who answers the real questions in our lives, but the places young people are searching wont necessarily lead them to this answer. Dave Boden 

Your kid might be pretty good at attending church. But the goal of Christianity is not to church people. The goal of Christianity is to help people become like Jesus. Dave Boden 

So for me the end result is how Christ like are my children becoming? And how can our children become Christ like if they dont know Christ? Dave Boden 

Young people are looking for adventure. Theyre looking for a sense of purpose. They are looking to right wrongs. And theyre longing for hope. Dave Boden 

Teen dont want to just be told about their faith. They want to go out and do it! Dave Boden 

Were meant to be inspired by Jesus and then go out and do inspiring things with Jesus! That message is incredible for teenagers! It helps them know theyre called to a great destiny. Dave Boden 

Lets rebel against low expectations! Jesus has incredible expectations for all His disciples. Dave Boden 

Parents are so scared of the teen years. And I just tell them that it is an amazing time! Just like they were incredible humans when they were babies and toddlers and preschoolers, theyre incredible humans when theyre teenagers! Greta Eskridge  

We should say to teens, look at all you can do as a young person of faith! Greta Eskridge  

As parents we need to support our kids as they make their faith their own. And a lot of times that looks like saying, yes, you can have your friends over to sit around and talk about God. Ill make snacks. Greta Eskridge 

 

The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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Find the resources from todays episode here: 

Find JJs website here 

Find JJ on Instagram here 

Find JJs book here 

Find info about Gretas Walking Retreat in the Cotswolds here 

Find info about joining Gretas family in Italy here 

And pick up your copy of Gretas newest book, Its Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn right here 

The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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*Dont forget you can get more info about my upcoming Womens Walking Retreat in the Cotswolds right here. This retreat is perfect for any women who is looking for an opportunity to rest, celebrate, reflect, heal, or simply spend a week chasing beauty, adventure, and friendship. Spots are filling up so make sure you get info and reach out soon if you are interested. 

 

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Find the resources from todays episode here: 

Find Daniels website here 

Find Daniel on Instagram here 

Find all of Daniels books here 

Find info about Gretas Walking Retreat in the Cotswolds here 

Find info about joining Gretas family in Italy here 

And pick up your copy of Gretas newest book, Its Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn right here 

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The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 

Find Leslies brand new book here 

Find Leslie on Instagram here 

Find Leslies videos and help for widow and widowers here 

Find Leslies website here 

Find Leslies Substack here 

Find info about Gretas Walking Retreat in the Cotswolds here 

Find info about joining Gretas family in Italy here 

And pick up your copy of Gretas newest book, Its Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn right here 

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The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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*Dont forget you can get more info about my upcoming Womens Walking Retreat in the Cotswolds right here. This retreat is perfect for any women who is looking for an opportunity to rest, celebrate, reflect, heal, or simply spend a week chasing beauty, adventure, and friendship. Spots are filling up so make sure you get info and reach out soon if you are interested. 

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Resources from this episode: 

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Find Carrie on Instagram here 

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The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 

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Find Katys website here 

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The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

About the Host

Greta Eskridge

Greta Eskridge is a second-generation homeschooler, an author, a speaker, and a podcast host. Greta’s faith in God is the lens through which she sees the world.

Greta loves encouraging parents to pursue joyful, connected parenting. And she is passionate about helping families create connection in a disconnected world through things like purposeful adventures, online safety, and keeping their eyes wide open to wonder. Greta firmly believes that “joy is the serious business of heaven” and is on mission to chase joy through both the peaks and valleys of parenting and life.

Greta lives in sunny southern California with her artist husband, Aaron, and their four kids–1 young adult and 3 teens. Greta loves nature, books and coffee and her favorite place to be is on a hiking trail. 

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