Podcast
Trim the Wick
Hosted by Dan and Becky James · EN
Join Dan and Becky James on Trim the Wick, the podcast that's igniting hearts and strengthening relationships. With over 25 years of ministry experience and a passion for helping believers thrive, Dan and Becky share biblically sound advice on marriage, family, relationships, and life. Tune in for practical insights, inspiring stories, and tips to keep your flame burning bright. Don't miss out - subscribe now and trim away the distractions to focus on what truly matters!
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Simply Parenting: Ep 3 - Love People
Nov 5, 2024Tap to summarizeJoin Dan and Becky in the final installment of their three-part series on "Simply Parenting." This episode dives into the profound connection between Christian living and parenting, emphasizing the importance of modeling godly behavior for children. Discover how to love your children as God loves you, addressing their strengths and weaknesses with compassion and guidance. Explore the balance between obligation and genuine love in parenting, and learn how to cultivate a heart of service in your children. Don't miss this insightful discussion on raising children with love and grace.Chapters:(00:00) Introduction(03:10) Understanding Behavior and Diagnosis(10:45) Loving Your Children Like God Loves You(18:30) Balancing Love and Correction(25:00) Modeling Love and Service(32:15) Encouraging Action from Love(38:00) Conclusion_______________Like what you heard? Listen to more episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trim-the-wick/id1496074089Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trimthewickglobal/Follow us on Tiktok: tiktok.com/trim.the.wickJoin our community on Locals: https://trimthewick.locals.com/upost/5330018/welcome-to-trim-the-wick-community Want to learn more about what we do at Trim the Wick? Check us out here: https://www.matthew257.com/Enjoying Trim the Wick? Show your support by leaving a review and rating for the show. Your feedback helps us continue to strengthen relationships and ignite faith!Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!
Transcribe →Simply Parenting: Ep 2 - Love God
Oct 29, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this week's episode of the Trim the Wick podcast, Dan and Becky continue their series on "Simply Parenting." Dive into a conversation about the importance of loving God and how it forms the foundation for effective and heartfelt parenting. Discover practical tips on modeling a genuine relationship with God for your children and learn how to instill values that will guide them through life's challenges._______________Like what you heard? Listen to more episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trim-the-wick/id1496074089Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trimthewickglobal/Follow us on Tiktok: tiktok.com/trim.the.wickJoin our community on Locals: https://trimthewick.locals.com/upost/5330018/welcome-to-trim-the-wick-community Want to learn more about what we do at Trim the Wick? Check us out here: https://www.matthew257.com/Enjoying Trim the Wick? Show your support by leaving a review and rating for the show. Your feedback helps us continue to strengthen relationships and ignite faith!Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!
Transcribe →Simply Parenting: Ep 1 - Am I Doing it Right?
Oct 22, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dan and Becky kick off a new series called "Simply Parenting," aimed at breaking down the overwhelming expectations placed on parents today. They discuss the pressures from social media, societal norms, and even government regulations that make parenting feel like an insurmountable task. Drawing from their own experiences of raising four children to adulthood, Dan and Becky share how they navigated through external judgments and internal pressures. They emphasize the importance of focusing on principles rather than rules, and how aligning parenting with biblical teachings can simplify the journey.Tune in to learn how to lift the weight of expectations and parent with a heart-centered approach._______________Like what you heard? Listen to more episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trim-the-wick/id1496074089Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trimthewickglobal/Follow us on Tiktok: tiktok.com/trim.the.wickJoin our community on Locals: https://trimthewick.locals.com/upost/5330018/welcome-to-trim-the-wick-communityWant to learn more about what we do at Trim the Wick? Check us out here: https://www.matthew257.com/Enjoying Trim the Wick? Show your support by leaving a review and rating for the show. Your feedback helps us continue to strengthen relationships and ignite faith!Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!
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Simply Parenting: Ep 3 - Love People
Jun 25, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Trim the Wick podcast, Dan and Becky wrap up their "Simply Parenting" series by discussing the importance of loving others as ourselves, based on Matthew 22:39. They share personal stories and biblical insights, emphasizing the need to parent with love and grace. Key points include understanding child behavior, balancing love and discipline, and teaching genuine acts of love.Key Takeaways:Parenting requires modeling godly love and grace.Understanding behavior helps guide better actions.Love involves both defending and correcting.Genuine acts of love teach children more effectively than obligation.Follow Us:Instagram: @trimthewick.globalWebsite: Trim the WickTune in next week for stories about our work in Kenya and practical ways to love our neighbors!Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!
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Simply Parenting: Ep. 2: Love God
Jun 18, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this week's episode of the Trim the Wick podcast, Dan and Becky continue their series on "Simply Parenting." Dive into a conversation about the importance of loving God and how it forms the foundation for effective and heartfelt parenting. Discover practical tips on modeling a genuine relationship with God for your children and learn how to instill values that will guide them through life's challenges._______________Episode Transcripts: Simply Parenting: Love GodLike what you heard? Listen to more episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trim-the-wick/id1496074089Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trimthewickglobal/Follow us on Tiktok: tiktok.com/trim.the.wickJoin our community on Locals: https://trimthewick.locals.com/upost/5330018/welcome-to-trim-the-wick-community Want to learn more about what we do at Trim the Wick? Check us out here: https://www.matthew257.com/Enjoying Trim the Wick? Show your support by leaving a review and rating for the show. Your feedback helps us continue to strengthen relationships and ignite faith!Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!
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Simply Parenting: Am I Doing it Right?
Jun 11, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this episode, hosts Dan and Becky kick off a new series called "Simply Parenting," aimed at breaking down the overwhelming expectations placed on parents today. They discuss the pressures from social media, societal norms, and even government regulations that make parenting feel like an insurmountable task. Drawing from their own experiences of raising four children to adulthood, Dan and Becky share how they navigated through external judgments and internal pressures. They emphasize the importance of focusing on principles rather than rules, and how aligning parenting with biblical teachings can simplify the journey. Tune in to learn how to lift the weight of expectations and parent with a heart-centered approach._______________Episode Transcripts: Simply Parenting: Am I Doing It Right?Like what you heard? Listen to more episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trim-the-wick/id1496074089Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trimthewickglobal/Follow us on Tiktok: tiktok.com/trim.the.wickJoin our community on Locals: https://trimthewick.locals.com/upost/5330018/welcome-to-trim-the-wick-communityWant to learn more about what we do at Trim the Wick? Check us out here: https://www.matthew257.com/Enjoying Trim the Wick? Show your support by leaving a review and rating for the show. Your feedback helps us continue to strengthen relationships and ignite faith!Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!
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