We want to be the "One generation [who] will declare Your works to the next and will proclaim Your mighty acts." Psalm 145:4
This podcast is for busy parents juggling life and faith with their kids. In fifteen minutes or less, we hope to give you the best research and actionable advice to help young people know Jesus and live life to the full in Christ.
Hosted by Tom Meara and McLeod Best from the FirstWave Student Ministry at The Church at LifePark in Mt. Pleasant, SC.
Doing What Matters Most: We're Too Busy... and We Know It
Every parent says the same thing: we want to disciple our kids.
But if we're honest… most of us feel too busy to actually do it.
Between school, sports, work, and everything else, life doesn't just feel full, it feels out of control. And deep down, we know something's off.
In this episode, we talk about one of the most overlooked rhythms in Scripture that could change the way your family lives every single week, not by adding more to your plate, but by helping you finally slow down.
For resources and more information about The Church at LifePark and FirstWave Student Ministry, visit churchatlifepark.org (https://churchatlifepark.org).
17 Sept 2025
Building a Faith That Lasts: Drifting or Discipling
Faith in the home rarely drifts in the right direction. Our kids and students will be discipled, by the culture or Christian parents and the church. In this episode of Parenting to the Full, Tom Meara and McLeod Best share why family discipleship is one of the most urgent and life-giving investments you can make.
You'll discover three principles that can transform your home!
Through Scripture, research, and real-life stories, Tom and McLeod encourage parents to move from drifting to discipling with simple, repeatable practices. The good news? You don't have to be perfect, just faithful.
RECOMMENDED / MENTIONED RESOURCES:
Family Discipleship by Matt Chandler
Family Worship by Donald Whitney
Family Discipleship that Works by Brian Dembowczyk
For resources and more information about The Church at LifePark and FirstWave Student Ministry, visit churchatlifepark.org
2 Jul 2025
Building a Faith That Lasts: The Sticky Gospel
Did you know that nearly 80% of people who follow Jesus make that decision before they turn 18? That's not just a statistic. It's a powerful reminder that the most urgent and life-shaping ministry often happens right at home, during the formative years of a child's life.
In this third episode of Parenting to the Full, student pastors Tom Meara and McLeod Best explore one of the most important questions Christian parents can ask: How do I help the gospel truly take root in my child's heart? You'll hear about the incredible opportunity in front of you, the opposition many kids are quietly navigating, and the optimism rising in this generation.
You'll also walk away with practical, real-life ways to build gospel-centered rhythms into your family's everyday life. Not extra programs, just intentionality in the ordinary moments.
To learn more about The Church at LifePark and FirstWave Student Ministry, visit churchatlifepark.org.
29 Apr 2025
Building a Faith That Lasts: Faithful Not Perfect Parents
In this second episode of The Parenting to the Full Podcast, student pastors Tom Meara and McLeod Best unpack the second truth to building a faith that lasts: your kids don't need perfect parents—they need faithful ones. Discover why chasing the "perfect church" or relying solely on church programs won't build lasting faith in your kids.
Instead, Tom and McLeod share two foundational principles and three practical ways to model a genuine, lasting faith at home. Whether through sincere faith, faithful service, or everyday faith conversations, this episode will encourage you to take small, consistent steps that have a big spiritual impact.
For more info about The Church at LifePark and FirstWave Student Ministry, go to churchatlifepark.org (https://www.churchatlifepark.org)
31 Mar 2025
Building a Faith That Lasts: The Power of Intergenerational Relationships
What helps young people develop a faith that lasts?
In this first episode of The Parenting to the Full Podcast, Tom Meara and McLeod Best dive into the power of intergenerational relationships. They explore four key ways to strengthen a student’s faith: looking forward and looking back, attending main worship services as a family, finding five mentors, and investing before you think you need it. Packed with research-backed insights and practical steps, this 15-minute episode will help you set the foundation for your child’s lifelong faith.
For more info about The Church at LifePark and FirstWave Student Ministry, go to churchatlifepark.org
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