EPISODE · Jan 27, 2026 · 41 MIN
What Are We Training Our Children to Love? with Keith McCurdy
from BaseCamp Live · host Keith McCurdy, Davies Owens
Augustine argued that many of our biggest problems come not from loving bad things, but from loving good things in the wrong order. In this episode, Davies Owens sits down with counselor and Live Sturdy president Keith McCurdy to talk about the “ordering of loves” and why it impacts everything from marriage health to family culture to kids who flourish.Keith walks through a common modern pattern: world, kids, family, marriage, God, and why that order quietly drains families. Then he offers a clear, biblical alternative and a few simple practices that can create real change without turning your life upside down.🎧 Tune in to hear:Why family stress often traces back to a foundation problem, not a scheduling problemThe difference between work life balance and work life harmonyWhy “date night” can fail, and what works better for exhausted parentsThree small rhythms that rebuild connection fast: weekly calendar syncs, daytime dates, and a tech free last hourWhy healthy families learn to say no to good things to protect what is bestIf you feel like you are doing a lot of good things but still not cultivating a truly connected home, this episode will help you reset the order and start rebuilding with hope, clarity, and simple steps you can try this week.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:The Herzog FoundationThe Champion GroupWisephone by TechlessZipCastWilson Hill Academy Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at [email protected]'t forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.
What this episode covers
In a world full of good things competing for our attention, Keith McCurdy helps families rethink the order of their loves, so kids learn to value what matters most. This conversation gets practical fast, with simple, doable habits that rebuild connection and calm the chaos.
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