Raising Rock

How to Know What's a Biblical Command... and What's a Family Preference

September 29, 2026·31 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

As Christian parents, it's easy to give every issue the same weight. Screen time. Bedtimes. Music. Smartphones. Lying. Stealing.But should they all be treated the same?In this episode, we're introducing a simple framework that's changing conversations in our own home: Is this a moral issue... or is this our family's preference?We'll talk about the difference between God's clear commands in Scripture and the ways individual families faithfully apply biblical wisdom. More importantly, we'll discuss why that distinction matters and how confusing the two can unintentionally shape the way our children think about God, sin, and obedience. Our goal isn't to raise children who simply follow our family rules. It's to raise children who know how to seek the Lord, understand His Word, and faithfully apply it throughout their lives. We also created a free discussion guide to help your family continue the conversation together. ⁠⁠How to connect with Raising Rock:Learn more about ⁠Raising Rock⁠.Follow Raising Rock on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Pinterest⁠.⁠⁠ ⁠On our website, you’ll find our products and merch, parenting tools and resources, and a deeper look into who we are and the heart behind Raising Rock.On the Resources page, you’ll also discover free downloads created just for families—practical tools to help you raise a ROCK, a Playlist For The Heart, and more.As a thank-you for being a podcast listener, enjoy 20% off your first order with code PODCAST20 (one-time use per customer).Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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