LC Parents Podcast

Dr. Burns shares three simple, powerful ways parents can lead well in a digital age:
Protect your tables – creating intentional space for connection and conversation
Take back bedrooms – prioritizing sleep, safety, and shared spaces
Steward your clocks – being intentional with the limited time you have with your kids
You’ll also hear encouragement rooted in faith, neuroscience, and real-life parenting, reminding us that this conversation is ultimately about connection—not control.
What You'll Learn
What it means to raise digital natives (Gen Z and Gen Alpha)
How technology impacts attention, memory, mental health, and identity formation
Why boredom is actually good for kids’ brains and creativity
How family meals and shared time build resilience, trust, and emotional health
Why removing screens from bedrooms can dramatically improve sleep and emotional regulation
The Nine-Minute Theory for increasing meaningful parent-child connection
How faith, balance, and intentionality can guide families toward healthy technology habits
 
Resources Mentioned
LifeGroup Talk Notes
Romans 12:2 – Scripture referenced when discussing cultural habits vs. transformation
Dr. Anne Fishel (Harvard Medical School) – The Benefit of Family Meal Time
Brian McLaren – Author and theologian; Four Stages of Faith DevelopmentSimplicity → Complexity → Perplexity → Harmony

Axis.org – Life.Church partner focused on lifelong parent-child conversations
Barna Group – Research on families, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha
Life.Church Aligning Values – Referenced in closing encouragement
Screen Time Suggestions:Preschool (2–5):Supervised iPad use OK, up to 1 hour/day.
Parent chooses QUALITY content; child doesn’t “drive” device.
Keep healthy developmental routines (sleep, outdoor play, undistracted parental connection).

Elementary (5–12):Under 2 hours/day, PRIORITIZED AFTER schoolwork/family/chores.
Devices should be locked down as much as possible with parental controls.
No social media.
No devices in bedrooms; shared family spaces only. (Hard with iPads and Gaming)

Teens: Same guidelines for Adults!
Focus on Purpose, Benefits, and Balance.
Ask: “How much time do I want my kids to remember me on my phone?”
Model the same standards:

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In this episode of the LC Parents Podcast, host Ally Evans sits down with Chris and Cindy Beall to talk about the joys and challenges of raising kids in a Christ-centered home. They share personal stories, parenting wisdom, and faith-based principles that have shaped their family. Whether you’re in the early years of parenting or navigating the teenage phase, this conversation will encourage and equip you to lead your children with intention and faith.Don’t do this alone. Engage in Biblical community by starting or joining a LifeGroup and working through these questions together. You can find a group near you at go2.lc/lifegroups.
Create Family Values: Need a great place to get started? Looking for a great way to get started? Family-id.com is an excellent tool to help you define your family values. As a LifeGroup, challenge yourselves to set values that are not only meaningful to your own family but also align with the values of other families within the group.
Resources from Axis: At Axis, we believe you have the biggest influence on your teen. That’s why we’re committed to equipping you with Biblical resources like culture translation and conversation skills to disciple your teen toward a lifelong faith in Jesus. Visit Axis.org for more.
Talk this episode over with your spouse, LifeGroup, or friends! Check out the Discussion Guide and resources for this episode here:
Episode Discussion Guide

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You'll hear insights on balancing being protective while giving your kids independence, and why it's more important than ever for parents to be informed and engaged in the digital world.  Tune in for actionable advice to help set your kids up for success!
Resources:
The Anxious Generation
A Parent’s Guide to Smartphones 
A Parent’s Guide to Social Media
5 Ways to Use Technology to Connect with your Teen

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Links and other resources mentioned
John 5
Book: Stay Here by Jacob Coyne
Stay Here | Suicide Prevention Training
Stay Here | Student Ambassadors
Stay Here Website: stayhere.live
The Hope Line - 24 Hour Free Live Chat
Instagram - @stayhereorg 
Axis resources:A Parents Guide to Suicide - Self-Harm Prevention
How To Talk About Mental Health With Your Teen

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We want to hear from you! Was there a topic on this episode that you were excited to hear more about? Comment below!
Looking for more resources on this topic? We’ve got you covered! Check out these incredible resources below:
Anxious Generation
A Parent’s Guide to Teens & Social Media (Axis Resource)
A Parent’s Guide to Smart Phones
A Parent’s Guide to Teen Suicide & Self-Harm Prevention
Kids & Screen Time (Parent Cue)
Setting and Keeping Technology Boundaries (Parent Cue)
Screen Sanity

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