The Gospel Shaped Family Podcast

Join Dr. Josh and Jen Mulvihill for conversations about faith and family and learn how to navigate cultural challenges with insight from God’s Word. Josh and Jen provide biblical wisdom and practical solutions on parenting, grandparenting, marriage, and family discipleship and discuss how to disciple children with a biblical worldview. Whether you’re raising children, shepherding a church, or longing to build a legacy of faith in your home, this podcast is for you. Join the Mulvihills as they explore how to shape hearts, homes, and churches around the gospel—one conversation at a time.

The Gospel Shaped Family Podcast is a kids podcast hosted by joshmulvihill, with 60 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

joshmulvihill hosts The Gospel Shaped Family Podcast, a kids show with 60 episodes published.

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  Episode #61

  Generation Alpha Explained: Understanding Their Defining Characteristics with Janine McNally

  Aug 20, 202652 min

  Who is Generation Alpha, and what are they up against? In this episode, Josh and Jen sit down with author and Renewanation team member Janine McNally to unpack the defining marks of today's youngest generation, from constant screen exposure to the erosion of the nuclear family to a worldview battle over truths that past generations never had to question. Janine, author of When You See Fireflies: Equipping Leaders and Parents to Minister Effectively to Generation Alpha, shares what she is seeing in her research and in her own family, including how the Covid years shaped this generation's trust in authority and why so many kids today carry a diagnosis their parents' generation never did. Janine points parents and grandparents back to the basics: biblical boundaries, a home that prioritizes God's Word, and a family rhythm built on truth rather than trend. Stick around to the end for a fun (and humbling) round of Gen Alpha slang, tested live on Janine. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc When You See Fireflies: Equipping Leaders and Parents to Minister Effectively to Generation Alpha by Janine McNally: https://a.co/d/09M6lrmO

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  Episode #60

  Should Our Family Get a Pet? Teaching Children Stewardship and Responsibility

  Aug 18, 202626 min

  Every child eventually asks for a pet, and parents are faced with a significant decision. While animals require financial sacrifice, training, and daily care, they also bring profound joy and companionship into a home. In this episode of the Gospel Shaped Family podcast, Josh and Jen share their family history with animals, from childhood experiences to managing dogs, cats, and farm livestock. They explore the foundational reasons why adding a pet to your home is a beneficial choice for discipleship. Animals provide a tangible way for children to understand God's creation and practice the biblical mandate of having dominion over the earth. We also discuss practical ways to leverage pet ownership for character development. By giving children age appropriate responsibilities, families can teach stewardship and use the natural cycles of an animal's life to prompt meaningful conversations about life, death, and the gospel. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc

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  Episode #59

  Teaching Children Scripture Memory: A Foundational Guide for Parents

  Aug 11, 202627 min

  Memorizing the Bible is foundational to spiritual growth and cultivating Christlikeness in the next generation. In this episode of the Gospel Shaped Family podcast, Josh and Jen discuss the vital mandate of hiding God's Word in the hearts of our children. While children can easily memorize sports statistics or a new language, parents have the profound opportunity to leverage this natural ability to impress the truths of the Bible on their minds. We explore practical strategies to make scripture memory a seamless and joyful part of your family routine. From partnering with grandparents for weekly accountability to placing key verses strategically around your home, this conversation provides actionable steps to start today. We also share helpful resources like music and church programs that support a structured and engaging approach to learning the Bible. Join us as we lay a theological foundation for why scripture memory matters and how it equips children to triumph over temptation and live in obedience to God. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc

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  Episode #58

  Using Great Books for Family Discipleship

  Aug 4, 202644 min

  Discipling children requires intentional tools, and great literature serves as a powerful method for shaping a biblical worldview. In this episode, Dr. Josh and Jen Mulvihill discuss how reading aloud can help your family grow closer to Christ. They explain that the Bible is the foundational book for every home, and all other literature should be read in light of its ultimate truth. Great books expand our vision, teach clear morality, and properly prepare the next generation for the realities of the world. The Mulvihills explore the mandate to replace screens with meaningful stories that captivate the imagination. They also address the common question of whether Christian families should read fantasy and fairy tales, drawing wisdom from authors like C.S. Lewis to show how these specific stories build courage. Tune in to discover practical ways to make reading a joyful routine in your home. Josh and Jen also share their current reading lists, including helpful recommendations for parents and an exciting summer book club idea for children. Embrace the stewardship of your child's mind by filling your shelves with excellent stories that point directly to the gospel. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc

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  Episode #57

  A Parent's Guide to Believer's Baptism

  Jul 28, 202635 min

  Navigating the topic of baptism with your children is a foundational step in building a legacy of faith. In this episode, Dr. Josh and Jen Mulvihill look to scripture as the final standard to explore the clear biblical mandate for believer’s baptism. They discuss what it means to be baptized as a Christ follower and why it serves as a bold, public declaration of a relationship with Jesus. The Mulvihills will help you understand the profound distinction between infant dedication and believer’s baptism. Josh and Jen provide practical wisdom on determining when a child is spiritually mature enough to be baptized. They favor a delay for maturity approach to ensure children can clearly articulate the true gospel and personally own their faith. You will also learn the biblical progression of entering the church family through baptism before participating in the communion table. Tune in for clear steps to help prepare your child for this crucial act of obedience. From assessing their understanding of God's saving grace to meeting with your local church pastor, this conversation equips you to confidently guide your family. Book 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: https://bit.ly/50thingspc Renewanation: https://bit.ly/rangsfpc Gospel Shaped Family Homepage: https://bit.ly/gsfhpc Believer’s Baptism book: https://bit.ly/4fkprId

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