1. Shaping Spiritual Stones for God’s House: Ruth and Jason Hensley on Building Identity and Purpose in Our Kids

In this episode, Jason and Ruth Hensley discuss the importance of purposeful parenting to instill meaningful direction in children. Sharing their experiences and challenges in raising four children, they emphasize the need for individualized strategies tailored to each child's unique personality and learning style. The Hensleys highlight the significance of community and mentorship, and the importance of discussing parenting principles with others. They stress teaching children to serve others as part of God's plan and value the role of boredom in fostering imagination and creativity. Their daily routines include one-on-one time with each child and meaningful conversations during meals. They also emphasize instilling a connection to Israel and the Jewish people in their children. The conversation concludes with a reminder to extend grace to oneself and others throughout the parenting journey.