Mama Bear Apologetics

• Episode 133: How to Help Your Kids Process the Loss of Charlie Kirk

  In this somber episode, we reflect on the tragic and violent loss of Charlie Kirk. Just hours before he was killed, Charlie shared his favorite verse—Romans 8:28—a verse that has become a guiding light for many through the grief and confusion left in the wake of his death. Our hope with this episode is to give parents some tools for walking through this tragedy with kids who may be affected by it. We offer a biblical framework for looking at it as well as some practical advice. We want to encourage families to grieve deeply, to lament biblically, and to pray boldly. We also want to point to the redemptive arc of God’s story—from creation to fall, from redemption in Christ to future glory. The God Charlie proclaimed is not silenced. This episode is a call to courage, to resolve, and to hope. A call for this generation to rise—not in retaliation, but in truth and grace. A call to mourn what was lost, but to also step into what comes next.Main Points CoveredGrieve with your children.Each child will mourn differently. Be sensitive!Warn of exposure to graphic content on X. Especially for teens!Encourage them with the hope of the GospelTruth is worth defending.Being a Christian comes at a cost.Equip them to understand cultureWeapons are the means, worldview is the cause.Understand the shift in the definitions of truth, hate, and harm.The joyful reaction is a reflection of the marxist worldview.Flourish in faith, family, and fellowship.Revere God.Be active in church.Worship and train up your families.Bring as many people to the cross with you as possible.Questions addressedWhy does evil happen?Would gun control stop such occurrences?Why would people rejoice over this loss?Is “speaking hate” the cause of this event? Spoiler: no, it is the speaking of truth!As believers, what do we do now?Resources & Organizations MentionedScriptures:Romans 8:28 – Charlie’s favorite verseRevelation 3:16 – Lukewarm Christianity Matthew 5:13 – Salt of the earth2 Corinthians 10:5 – Taking thoughts captiveMatthew 28 – The Great CommissionActs 17:26 – God’s sovereignty over nationsEphesians 6:12 – Spiritual warfareProverbs 22:6 – Train up a child Our SponsorsAirDoctorAmericans take about 20,000 breaths a day and spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. AirDoctor is the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code MBA and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using our promo code MBA at checkout!—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

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• Episode 132. The Lie of Best-Selfism

  This episode tackles the cultural lie of Best-Selfism — the belief that personal happiness and fulfillment should be the highest priorities in life, often at the expense of faith and family. Host Amy Davison argues that this ideology, endorsed by celebrities like Tom Brady and various influencers, is a destructive blend of emotionalism, self-help, and idol worship. Contrasting this worldview, they uplift Scotty Scheffler’s Christ-centered perspective, where faith and family take precedence over personal or professional success. The episode emphasizes the biblical model of self-denial, sacrificial love, and discipleship within the home.​Main Points CoveredDefinition and Dangers of Best SelfismExamples in CultureBiblical Response to Best SelfismSpiritual and Cultural ConsequencesHow to Combat the Lie of Best-SelfismResources & Organizations MentionedScriptures:Genesis 3 – The original lie and temptationExodus 6:7 – God claiming His people1 Peter 2:9 – Our identity in Christ1 Corinthians 6:9-11, 6:20 – Transformation and honoring God with our bodiesMatthew 16:24 – Deny self and follow ChristMark 12:29-30, Deuteronomy 6:5 – Love God and neighborMatthew 28:19-20 – The Great CommissionDeuteronomy 6:6-9 – Discipleship in the homeColossians 2:8, 3:23-24 – Avoid deceptive philosophy, work for the Lord2 Corinthians 10:5 – Take every thought captive2 Timothy 1:7 – Spirit of power and self-discipline1 Peter 3:15 – Defend faith with gentlenessEphesians 5:21-33, 6:4 – Mutual submission and discipling childrenOther Resources:Scottie Scheffler StatementScheffler's Response to Tom BradyTom Brady's NewsletterOur SponsorsVoetberg Music Academy: When planning your school year this year, one thing you don’t have to worry about is taking your kids to music lessons. Voetberg Music Academy buys you 30 minutes of free time, instead of one more thing on your to-do list. Visit: voetbergmusicacademy.com and use code MAMABEAR20 to get 20% off an encounter with the Voetberg Method Experience.—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

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• Episode 131. ROARing Through K-Pop Demon Hunters

  In this episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast, Hillary, Amy and Alexa analyze the animated movie KPop Demon Hunters using their ROAR method: Recognize the message, Offer objective discernment, Argue for a healthier approach, and Reinforce through discussion, discipleship, and prayer. With the film gaining popularity among teens and younger audiences, they break down the worldview behind the catchy music, vibrant visuals, and overarching narrative. They highlight both accurate portrayals of spiritual warfare and problematic messages such as redefining sin, the role and reality of the demonic and fighting shame with pride...which is counter to the Gospel. There are loads of theological issues with the film, but that's to be expected. More importantly there is a very subversive undertone that could entice your children into downplaying the danger of or even inviting the demonic into their lives.Main Points CoveredRefresher on the ROAR methodSummary and cultural context of K-Pop Demon HuntersShamanistic influences in the film's narrativeThe spiritual battle theme and accurate depictions of demonic manipulationAnalysis of the "Your Idol" song and its theological implicationsPositive and problematic messages about shame, identity, and salvationTeaching discernment to children using mediaParenting strategies for spiritual conversationsResources & Organizations MentionedScriptures:Genesis 3 (The Fall and origin of sin)Romans 8:1 (No condemnation for those in Christ)2 Corinthians 10:5 (Taking thoughts captive)Ephesians 6 (Spiritual armor)Other Resources:Hollywood Heroes Podcast with Frank Turek: Part 1 | Part 2Rise of the Occult with Krista BontragerSpiritual Warfare by Karl PayneOur SponsorsVoetberg Music Academy: When planning your school year this year, one thing you don’t have to worry about is taking your kids to music lessons. Voetberg Music Academy buys you 30 minutes of free time, instead of one more thing on your to-do list. Visit: voetbergmusicacademy.com and use code MAMABEAR20 to get 20% off an encounter with the Voetberg Method Experience.—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

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• Episode 130: Can Christians Judge?

  In this episode, we tackle a hot-button question that’s tripping up Christians left and right: Can Christians judge? And if so, how do we do it well and teach our kids to do the same? We dive into this by unpacking the recent backlash against Chip and Joanna Gaines for featuring a homosexual couple on their new show and Chip's comments that Christians are part of a "judge first, understand never" culture. We explore what Scripture actually says about judgment—particularly looking at Matthew 7:1 and John 7:24—and clarify that while we aren't called to condemn (only God does that), we are absolutely called to correct and warn out of love and humility. Misinterpreting this can silence the gospel and cripple the Church.We lay out five practical steps we can use to judge rightly: being theologically sound, restoration-focused, seasoned with salt, consistent in word and deed, and confident in Christ. We also walk through how to equip our kids to do this in their own lives with discernment and boldness. Because let’s face it—our kids are swimming in a culture that’s trying to disciple them before we do. If we don’t teach them to judge rightly, the world will teach them not to judge at all. So buckle up, Mama Bears—we’re going deep on biblical discernment and how to raise kids who can stand firm in their faith without compromising truth.​Main Points CoveredMisuse of Scripture on Judgment (Matthew 7:1)Difference Between Judgment vs. CondemnationCultural Compromise and the Gaines' ControversyFive Steps for Judging Rightly:Teaching Children to Stand Firm in FaithCounterfeit Christianity and Progressive TheologyImportance of Context in Scripture InterpretationEmpowering Empathetic Children Against Cultural ManipulationResources & Organizations MentionedScriptures:Matthew 7:1, 3–6John 7:24Romans 14:4Colossians 2:8; 4:6Ephesians 6:11–182 Timothy 1:7; 3:16–17; 4:1–51 Peter 3:15John 15:18–19Other Resources:Fallacy Detective – a book to help children recognize faulty logicBiblical Hermeneutics: 5 Biblical Interpretation questions every mama needs to know.How to Read Your Bible Well - Episode of Mama Bear ApologeticsParenting Prodigals - Episode of Mama Bear ApologeticsOur SponsorsVoetberg Music Academy: When planning your school year this year, one thing you don’t have to worry about is taking your kids to music lessons. Voetberg Music Academy buys you 30 minutes of free time, instead of one more thing on your to-do list. Visit: voetbergmusicacademy.com and use code MAMABEAR20 to get 20% off an encounter with the Voetberg Method Experience.—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

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• Episode 129. How Dads Can Disciple Their Kids with Shane Winnings

  Welcome back, Mama Bears—and this week, we’re tagging in the Papa Bears! In part two of our conversation with Shane Winnings (Army vet, former cop, and now CEO of Promise Keepers), we go full throttle into what it means for men to lead their families biblically—as protector, provider, and priest. Spoiler alert: this isn’t just about paying the bills or owning a shotgun. We’re talking spiritual warfare, intentional discipleship, and standing between your kids and cultural chaos.Shane pulls zero punches as he calls men to reject passivity and step into their God-given role. We cover why Sunday school isn’t enough, why your kid’s screen time might be your biggest enemy, and why discipling the next generation can’t be outsourced. Whether you're a dad, hoping to be one, or you're a spiritual dad, this one is full of incredible practical and empowering advice.​Main Points CoveredThe Threefold Call for Men: Shane outlines how men must lead as providers (physically), protectors (spiritually and culturally), and priests (discipling their families in the Word).The Father’s Impact: A father’s spiritual presence directly influences a family’s spiritual direction and resilience.Discipling Beyond the Home: Men are called to disciple not only their own children but young men in their communities.The Cultural Battle for Identity: Shane emphasizes the spiritual war being waged on identity and the need for godly men to fight for truth.Intentional Parenting: Passive parenting leads to cultural discipleship. Dads must lead actively in conversation, protection, and spiritual teaching.The Church and Education: Shane challenges the assumption that Christian environments alone will shape kids and stresses the importance of discipling at home regardless of school choice.How to Engage Practically: From Bible reading to conversations around cultural issues, spiritual fatherhood is both spiritual and strategic.Resources & Organizations MentionedPromise KeepersBook by Shane Winnings: Your Next Leap of FaithFollow Shane WinningsYoutubeInstagramEpisode 114 - Raising Gender Healthy Boys with Ricky CheletteProverbs 22:6 (train up a child)Ephesians 5 (washing your wife in the Word)Romans 12:2, John 14:6 (the truth)Matthew 10:16 (wise as serpents, innocent as doves)Unfamiliar VocabularyIndoctrination: Teaching someone to accept a set of beliefs without question—can be used positively (discipling in truth) or negatively (brainwashing in lies).Priestly Role: Spiritually leading one’s family, similar to how a priest intercedes between people and God. In a family, it means guiding in prayer, Scripture, and spiritual growth.—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

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