83 - Parenting with Proactivity

Things rarely go as planned in our families and it can be hard to navigate chaos and be flexible. In this episode, Zwai and Ansuné chat about how we can approach interruptions and disruptions from a biblical perspective. They discuss how God meets us when we feel like everything is out of control, and how Christ enables us to have joy that is secure even when things don't go our way. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

It's easy to feel guilty as a parent, but what is that guilt based on? In this episode, Ansuné is joined by Zee and Zwai Zulu. Together they share their experiences of guilt, and unpack the difference between true and false guilt. The talk about the hope we have in Christ no matter what form of guilt we feel. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Rarely do we compare ourselves as parents to others and experience joy. In this episode, Zwai and Ansuné are joined by her husband, Alex, and together they unpack the causes and effects of unhealthy comparison. They also turn to God's Word to discuss how we as parents can turn from comparison and find lasting joy in Christ instead.Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Zwai and Ansuné introduce this series by reflecting on parenthood and its ups and downs. They discuss how the gospel can produce true and lasting joy through every tear and every triumph of parenting. They also look briefly at some things that threaten to steal our joy in parenting that will be unpacked in future episodes. Additional resources:How the Gospel Produces Joy in Mothering — Risen Motherhood https://www.risenmotherhood.com/articles/embracing-a-joy-filled-definition-of-motherhood?rq=joyCatch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

In this episode, Tom Jordi discusses parenting with perspective and helps parents to understand the impact of technology. They talk about the effects of phones and social media on children's developing brains. They also unpack strategies to help parents navigate this and the importance of community. Additional resources:Common Sense Media - www.commonsensemedia.orgBe In Touch Media - https://beintouch.org.zaDigital Law Company - www.thedigitallawco.comCovenant Eyes - www.covenanteyes.comScreen Free Childhood - www.sfc-sa.co.zaScreenstrong - https://screenstrong.orgFight the New Drug - https://fightthenewdrug.orgThe Anxious Generation - www.anxiousgeneration.com Ways Your Phone Is Changing You - https://www.amazon.comThe Tech Exit - https://www.amazon.comDigital Liturgies - https://www.christianbooks.co.zaCatch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Mike Marais joins Ansuné and Zwai to discuss parenting with principles. In particular, they talk about a framework for discipline that takes each unique parent and child into account.Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Ansuné is joined by Lauren and Matt Gray as they share why proactivity in parenting is important. They also share many helpful tips and real-life stories. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

In this episode, Catherine Marais joins us to unpack how we can connect with our children and be fully present with them.Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

In this episode, Zwai talks about our God-given purpose as parents and what this means for our relationship with our children.Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

We kick off our Raising Parents ministry with a live recording of the Raising Parents Podcast where we look at a Vision for Parenting.Each family has a unique and significant story, and that story is located within the greatest story ever told: God's plan of redemption for the world. Today we explore together who we as parents really are, who our children really are, and what this means for your family's purpose and practices.Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za~~~Resources:Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family by Paul Tripphttps://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Gospel-Principles-Radically-Change/dp/1433551934~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!