God’s Design for Parenting
Jeff Norris and Laura Story Elvington sit down with pastor and author Cameron Cole to explore God’s design for parenting in today’s culture. Together they discuss cultural shifts shaping modern parenting, the importance of discipling children from an early age, and how families can prioritize faith and meaningful time together in the midst of busy schedules. Cameron offers encouragement for parents who may feel overwhelmed, reminding us that faithful parenting is less about perfection and more about modeling the grace and truth of Christ in everyday life.
In this episode we discuss:
- God’s design and purpose for parenting
- Cultural shifts that have influenced modern parenting styles
- The importance of early discipleship in the home
- Balancing children’s activities with meaningful family rhythms
- Modeling faith and values during children’s formative years
- Encouragement for parents who feel overwhelmed or inadequate
Scripture References
- Deuteronomy 6:6–7
- Psalm 78:4–7
- Proverbs 22:6
- Ephesians 6:4
Related Resources
- Therefore I Have Hope: 12 Truths That Comfort, Sustain, and Redeem in Tragedy, by Cameron Cole
- Heavenward: How Eternity Can Change Your Life on Earth, by Cameron Cole
- Learn more about Rooted ministry
- Check out the Rooted Parent Podcast
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About Today’s Guest
Cameron Cole is the founding chairman of Rooted Ministry, and Director of Adult and Nextgen Discipleship at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Birmingham, AL. In addition to serving the local church for nearly twenty years in youth and family ministry, he is the co-editor of Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry: A Practical Guide (Crossway, 2016). Cameron is the author of Therefore I Have Hope: 12 Truths that Comfort, Sustain, and Redeem in Tragedy (Crossway, 2018), which won World Magazine’s 2018 Book of the Year (Accessible Theology) and was runner up for The Gospel Coalition’s Book of the Year (First-Time Author). He is also the co-editor of The Jesus I Wish I Knew in High School (New Growth Press) and the author of Heavenward: How Eternity Can Change Your Life on Earth (Crossway, 2024). Cameron holds an undergraduate degree and an M.A. in Education from Wake Forest, as well as an M.Div from Reformed Theological Seminary. Cameron is married to Lauren and together they have four children, one of whom lives in heaven.
