139- Raising Kids Who Spot Truth: Faith, Courage, and Everyday Parenting with Shilo Creed

Join host Jennifer Bosma and guest Shilo Creed (best‑selling, multi‑award author and youth pastor) as they discuss how to raise children who can recognize truth in today’s confusing culture. This episode covers how a personal encounter with mortality transformed Shilo’s faith and parenting priorities, and why living out faith publicly — from missions to everyday acts of trust — helps kids see God’s power in real life. Topics include practical ways to move from anxiety to trust, renewing your mind with Scripture, giving children a lasting understanding of salvation, and creating family rhythms (devotions, sharing highs and lows, service) that make faith personal rather than merely inherited. Jennifer and Shilo emphasize the importance of involving kids when parents take faith risks so children can witness God’s faithfulness firsthand. They address navigating cultural pressures at school and in society, equipping teens with Scripture as a firm foundation, and helping kids develop resilience when their faith draws pushback. Shilo shares how Christian fiction — including her sci‑fi novel Plunged — can inspire courage and spiritual growth in teens and adults alike. Expect down‑to‑earth examples (mission trips, tithing, ministry involvement), youth‑pastor wisdom on talking with teenagers, and practical tips for moms to teach Scripture application in the car, at the dinner table, and during life’s unexpected storms. The episode closes with resources for connecting with Shilo and links in the show notes for her books and recommended next steps. Plunged | Shilo Creed YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChristianWithShilo https://www.youtube.com/@theauthorsmind-shilocreed   My website: shilocreed.com    My books:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFV59FRQ?binding=kindle_edition&qid=1778874946&sr=8-1&ref   Other pen name books: Elysian Hunt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFZ4P281?binding=kindle_edition&ref   Quinn Knightly https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT4YMGZL?binding=paperback&searchxofy=true&ref   C.R. Fulton https://www.amazon.com/stores/C.-R.-Fulton/author/B01LGEO81K?ref Christian children's books for all kids! — Jennifer Bosma Follow Jennifer on Instagram @frontparkingspot Have you been trying to explain the Trinity to the little ones in your life? Order Jennifer's newest book, God is Three in One. Are you in need of a thoughtful gift for the next baby shower? Consider a copy of Jennifer's book, I Know the Plans. Its engaging storytelling and Christian values make it a perfect choice for the 'bring a book instead of a card' request. Do you have a child waiting for a sibling to join the family? Order The Baby Garden Christian children's books for all kids! — Jennifer Bosma Your reviews on Apple Podcasts are invaluable! They help us improve and reach more moms interested in Christian children's books and podcasts. Scroll all the way down to 'Leave a Review' written in purple at the bottom of the page to share your thoughts. Subscribe to Jennifer's website at www.jenniferbosma.com Thanks, Moms, for listening. Please share with others! Have an Ephesians 3:20 day as you go for the Front Parking Spot in your life today!