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Upside-Down Parenting
Do you feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of helping your kids see the world the way God does? Does parenting sometimes leave you feeling disoriented—like you're spinning upside-down? You're not alone. We love our kids and want more than anything for them to grow up with flourishing faith. Each episode of this podcast will give you practical insight, biblical wisdom, and encouragement for the journey. We're here to walk through both the hard stuff and the everyday stuff with you. By…
Episodes
Upside-Down ParentingShould Christians Celebrate Halloween? A Guide for Parents w/ Elizabeth Urbanowicz | Ep. 68
Should Christians celebrate Halloween? For many Christian parents, Halloween raises difficult questions about faith, culture, and biblical convictions. Is…
Upside-Down ParentingWho's Teaching Your Kids About Sex? w/ Kristen Miele | Ep. 67
Your kids are learning about sex and sexuality. But who is shaping their understanding—parents, friends, social media, or the internet? For many Christian…
Upside-Down ParentingHow Dads Can Win Their Daughter's Heart w/ Michelle Watson Canfield | Ep. 66
What do daughters really need from their dads? And how can fathers build relationships where their daughters feel loved, understood, and safe sharing what's on…
Upside-Down ParentingHow the Great Tech Reset Changed Our Family | Ep. 65
After spending several episodes exploring the challenges of raising kids in a technology-saturated world, what have we learned? What challenged our thinking?…
Upside-Down ParentingPhones, Games & Phones, Oh My! Your Tech Questions Answered | Ep. 64
How can parents protect their kids online without parenting from fear? When does gaming become unhealthy? How should kids use AI without letting it do their…
Upside-Down ParentingWhat Does the Bible Say About Technology? w/ Ryan Pauly | Ep. 63
Is technology just a neutral tool—or is it actually shaping who we and our children are becoming? Smartphones, social media, video games, and artificial…
Upside-Down ParentingMy Parents Limited My Screen Time. I'm Glad They Did w/ Noelle Pellicane | Ep. 62
What is it really like to grow up with parents who limit your screen time? In this episode of Upside-Down Parenting, Matt Jones and Janel Greig sit down with…
Upside-Down ParentingHow to Reset Your Family's Relationship with Tech w/ Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 61, Pt. 2
In Part 2 of our conversation with Arlene Pellicane, we move from awareness to action. What does it actually look like to reset your family's relationship with…
Upside-Down ParentingWhy We Need a Tech Reset w/ Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 60, Pt. 1
Technology is everywhere. It entertains our kids, connects them with friends, and makes life easier. But what is it actually doing to childhood? In this…
Upside-Down ParentingThe Moments That Shaped Our Kids' Faith (And What We Learned as Parents) | Ep. 59
How do the everyday moments of parenting shape your child's faith? In this episode of Upside-Down Parenting, Matt and Janel share real stories about raising…
Upside-Down ParentingYou Can't Parent Alone: The Holy Spirit's Role in Raising Kids | Ep. 58
As Christian parents, it's easy to feel responsible for making our kids believe the right things, make the right choices, and follow Jesus. But changing your…
Upside-Down ParentingSimple Habits for Raising Resilient, Joy-Filled Kids w/ Dr. Marcus Warner | Ep. 57, Pt. 2
How can Christian parents raise resilient, joy-filled kids who know how to handle big emotions, bounce back from difficult experiences, and grow in wisdom? In…
Upside-Down ParentingThe Secret to Raising Joy-Filled Kids w/ Dr. Marcus Warner | Ep. 56, Pt. 1
Are your kids truly joyful—or just temporarily happy? Many parents wonder if they're doing enough to help their children develop a faith that lasts. According…
Upside-Down ParentingChristian Parenting Q&A: Social Media, Horror Movies, & Raising Kids in a Divided Home | Ep. 55
Every parent has difficult questions—and today's episode tackles some of the biggest ones. In this Christian parenting Q&A, Matt Jones and Janel Greig answer…
Upside-Down ParentingThe Special Needs Parent: A Guide to the Life You Never Expected w/ Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Ep. 54
What happens when parenting doesn't unfold the way you expected? For parents raising a child with special needs, the journey often includes unexpected…
Upside-Down ParentingRaising Kids Who Can Discern the Truth in a Confusing World w/ Kathy Gibbens | Ep. 53, Pt. 2
How do you raise kids who can discern truth in a world full of competing voices? In Part 2 of our conversation with Kathy Gibbens, founder of Filter It Through…
Upside-Down ParentingHow to Teach Your Kids Critical Thinking (Without Losing Their Faith) w/ Kathy Gibbens | Ep. 52, Pt. 1
How do you raise children who can think critically, discern truth, and keep their faith in today's confusing culture? In Part 1 of this conversation, Matt…
Upside-Down ParentingPreparing Your Child for College (Without Losing Yourself) w/ Dr. Alisa Shanks | Ep. 51
Sending your teenager to college is one of the biggest transitions a family will ever experience. How do you prepare your child for independence without…
Upside-Down ParentingChristian Dating: A Biblical Guide for Parents Raising Teens | Ep. 50
Dating can feel overwhelming for Christian parents. When should your child start dating? Should you set age limits? What boundaries are wise? And how do you…
Upside-Down ParentingFather's Day: Becoming the Upside-Down Dad w/ Christian Greig | Ep. 49
What does it mean to be a godly father in today's culture? In this special Father's Day episode, Christian Greig shares candid reflections on fatherhood…
Upside-Down ParentingWhen Adult Kids Pull Away: How to Resolve Conflict & Find Peace w/ Kathy Koch | Ep. 48
Parenting adult children can be one of the most rewarding—and heartbreaking—seasons of life. What do you do when your adult child pulls away, communication…
Upside-Down ParentingUnearthing Jesus: The Most Important Biblical Discoveries w/ Jeremiah Johnston | Ep. 47, Pt. 2
Can archaeology help strengthen our confidence in the Bible? What do ancient inscriptions, artifacts, manuscripts, and historical discoveries reveal about…
Upside-Down Parenting10 Historic Finds That Bring Us Face-to-Face with Jesus w/ Jeremiah Johnston | Ep. 46, Pt. 1
Can archaeology help prove Jesus was a real historical person? What do discoveries like the Shroud of Turin, ancient manuscripts, and archaeological evidence…
Upside-Down ParentingHow Christian Parents Can Speak Their Child's Love Language w/ Gary Chapman | Ep. 45, Pt. 2
What does it actually look like to put the Five Love Languages into practice as a Christian parent? In Part 2 of this conversation, Matt Jones and Janel Greig…
Upside-Down ParentingThe Five Love Languages for Christian Parents: Loving Your Kids Well w/ Gary Chapman | Ep. 44, Pt. 1
How can Christian parents help their kids truly feel loved? In this episode of Upside-Down Parenting, Matt Jones and Janel Greig sit down with bestselling…
Upside-Down ParentingMoms of the Bible: Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed, & Faithful w/ Rhonda Stoppe | Ep. 43
In this special Mother's Day episode of the Upside-Down Parenting Podcast, Matt Jones and Janel Greig sit down with author and speaker Rhonda Stoppe for an…
Upside-Down ParentingMother's Day: Becoming the Upside-Down Mom w/ Cat Jones | Ep. 42
In this special Mother's Day episode of the Upside-Down Parenting Podcast, Matt Jones and Janel Greig sit down with Cat Jones to explore what it really means…
Upside-Down ParentingCalled to Be Dad: Becoming the Father God Designed You to Be w/ Mark Pitts | Ep. 41
Most dads don't say it out loud—but many feel like they're just trying to keep their heads above water. Balancing work, family, expectations… and quietly…
Upside-Down ParentingGap Years, College Mistakes to Avoid, & Parenting Against the Grain | Ep. 40, Pt. 2
What should your student do after high school—and how can you help without taking over? In Part 2 of this conversation, Matt Jones and Janel Greig dive into…
Upside-Down ParentingWhat Should Your Kid Do After High School? A Christian Parent's Guide | Ep. 39
What should your student do after high school? College, gap year, trade school… the options can feel overwhelming—especially for Christian parents who want…
Upside-Down ParentingDid Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? The Evidence That Changes Everything | Ep. 38
Did Jesus really rise from the dead—and does it actually matter for how we raise our kids? In this episode, Janel Greig and Matt Jones break down the "Minimal…
Upside-Down ParentingHow Screen Time Is Rewiring Your Child's Brain & Body | Ep. 37, Pt. 2
Is screen time actually rewiring your child's brain and body? In this episode of the Upside-Down Parenting Podcast, we explore the hidden physical and…
Upside-Down ParentingWhat Christian Parents Get Wrong About the Body w/ Bryan Crutcher | Ep. 36, Pt. 1
Is following Jesus just about the "spiritual" side of life—or does the body matter too? In this episode of Upside-Down Parenting, hosts Matt Jones and Janel…
Upside-Down ParentingFrom Fear to Freedom: Guiding Your Teens' Faith Without Controlling Them w/ Alicia Bennett | Ep. 35, Pt. 2
Parenting kids is challenging—especially when you want them to stand firm in their faith in a world full of confusion and pressure. But guiding them doesn't…
Upside-Down ParentingRaising Daniels & Esthers: Faith That Lasts Beyond Your Control w/ Alicia Bennett | Ep. 34, Pt. 1
We all want our kids to stand strong in their faith—even when the world feels confusing, challenging, or downright hostile. But raising children who truly own…
Upside-Down ParentingThe New Age Trap Every Christian Parent Should Know w/ Dr. Michael Plato | Ep. 33
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting Podcast, where we help Christian parents navigate today's culture with biblical wisdom, practical tools, and real…
Upside-Down ParentingRaising Hopeful Kids in a Post-Christian World w/ Sarah Stonestreet | Ep. 32
In today's rapidly changing culture, many parents feel caught between two extremes: withdrawing from the world or being swept away by it. How can we raise kids…
Upside-Down ParentingWhy Summit Is Investing More in Parents Than Ever Before w/ Aaron Klemm | Ep. 31
Parenting in today's culture can feel overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes even upside-down. But you're not alone, and you don't have to figure it out by…
Upside-Down ParentingThat's Not in the Bible! Common Parenting Phrases Christians Need to Rethink | Ep. 30
Did Jesus ever actually say things like, "Just follow your heart," or "Believe in yourself?" Today on the Upside-Down Parenting podcast, Matt Jones and I are…
Upside-Down ParentingDeconstruction & Doubt: From Atheist to Apologist w/ Jon Noyes | Ep. 29
Today, we're talking about a topic that can feel heavy, confusing, and even scary for parents: how to walk alongside your child who is questioning their faith…
Upside-Down ParentingJesus-Centered Money Habits for Families w/ Dr. Shane Enete | Ep. 28
As we kick off a new year, we're diving into a topic that impacts every family: money. Teaching our kids to steward money and resources well can feel…
Upside-Down ParentingTalking with Your Kids About God w/ Natasha Crain | Ep. 27
Welcome back to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast! I'm your host, Janel Greig, and today we're launching into a conversation to help set your family's faith on…
Upside-Down ParentingRaising AI-Wise Kids in a Digital Age w/ Sarah Siegand | Ep. 26
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast! Technology is shaping our kids' world faster than ever—and artificial intelligence is at the center of the…
Upside-Down ParentingHow to Set a Family Mission, Values, & Verse Together—A New Year Reset for Christian Parents | Ep. 25
Welcome back to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast, and Happy New Year! We're so glad you're kicking off the new year with us. Today we're diving into a…
Upside-Down ParentingMaking Holiday Memories That Matter: Choosing Presence Over Perfection | Ep. 24
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting Podcast! As we step into the Christmas season—a time filled with joy, anticipation, and plenty of emotion—we're glad…
Upside-Down ParentingGot Questions? We've Got Answers: Teens, Faith, & Apathy | Ep. 23
Who doesn't love a good Q&A podcast? Today, we're diving into some of the biggest and most pressing questions Christian parents are asking right now—questions…
Upside-Down ParentingFinding Your Voice as a Parent: Speaking Boldly in an Apathetic Culture w/ Katy Faust | Ep. 22
As parents, we all want to raise kids who can recognize truth, love what's good, and stand firm in a world that often feels confusing or apathetic. In this…
Upside-Down ParentingHelping Teens Care About God Again: What Parents Can Do | Ep. 21
Parenting is an incredible adventure—but it can also feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when your teen drifts into apathy about faith. In this episode…
Upside-Down ParentingPick up the Mic! Why Teens Stop Caring About God: Understanding the Drift | Ep. 20
Why do so many teens seem to lose spiritual interest, disconnect from faith, or drift into apathy? And what can parents do about it? In this episode of the…
Upside-Down ParentingRaising Confident Boys & Girls with a Biblical Identity w/ Dr. Jeff Myers & Dr. Kathy Koch | Ep. 19
Today, we're thrilled to share a special episode of the Upside-Down Parenting podcast with you. Several times a year, we host livestreams at Summit…
Upside-Down ParentingPick up the Mic! Overcoming Apathy: Gospel Hope for Those Who Struggle to Care | Ep. 18
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting is one of the greatest adventures ever, yet we all know that parenting can also…
Upside-Down ParentingPick up the Mic! The Wake-Up Call–Why Apathy Is Stealing Our Kids' Future | Ep. 17
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting is one of the greatest adventures ever, yet we all know that parenting can also…
Upside-Down ParentingWhy Marriage Matters in Parenting: The Secret to Strong Families | Ep. 16
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting can feel overwhelming and disorienting. But you don't have to do it alone. We're…
Upside-Down ParentingCreating Healthy Rhythms at Home | Ep. 15
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting can feel overwhelming and disorienting. But you don't have to do it alone. We're…
Upside-Down ParentingMeet Matt & Janel: A Dynamic Duo for Christian Parents | Ep. 14
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting often feels overwhelming and disorienting, but you don't have to navigate it…
Upside-Down ParentingTeaching Kids to Defend Their Faith with Apologetics with J. Warner Wallace | Ep. 13
In today's episode, we're honored to have J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker and best-selling…
Upside-Down ParentingParenting in a Postmodern World: Keeping Christ First with Andrea Crum | Ep. 12
In today's episode, we're excited to have Andrea Crum join us on the show! Andrea is a leader in biblical worldview, apologetics, and family discipleship…
Upside-Down ParentingHow to Talk to Teens About Faith & Culture with Kate Watson from Axis | Ep. 11
In this episode, we're joined by Kate Watson, Publisher at Axis—an organization passionate about bridging the generational gap and empowering parents to…
Upside-Down ParentingAI & Our Kids: Parenting with Purpose in a Tech World with Todd Korpi | Ep. 10
In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Todd Korpi, a leader in helping Christian parents thoughtfully engage with artificial intelligence. Todd holds a…
Upside-Down ParentingParenthood as Ministry: Breaking the Rut & Shaping Faith w/ Shanda Fulbright | Ep. 9
Welcome to the Upside-Down Parenting podcast from Summit Ministries. Parenting often feels overwhelming and disorienting, but you don't have to navigate it…