The Collide Kids Podcast

12/02/2025

This week on The Collide Kids Podcast, I’m talking with my friend David Ray pastor, worship leader, and co-creator of Doorpost Kids Worship about how worship shapes our children’s faith, purpose, and spiritual growth. 🎶

We dive into:
✨ How to teach kids what worship really means
✨ Simple habits that build lifelong faith
✨ Why willingness matters more than talent
✨ Practical ways kids can serve at church and in the community
✨ How worship strengthens everyday family discipleship

If you want to raise Jesus-loving, worshipping kids, this episode is packed with encouragement and ideas for your home. ❤️

🎧 Listen now!
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12/02/2025

Have you ever heard of the spotlight effect? 🔦This is such a great point from to share with our kids and help them remember as they navigate through life. 💚 Listen to episode 218 wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧

12/02/2025

Izabella Mcmillon shared an incredible story of discovering a secret in the floorboards of her childhood apartment, and how her entire family was brought to Faith through a shoebox gift! 🎁 Listen to episode 217 wherever you get your podcasts! 💚

11/25/2025

This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, I’m talking with Dr. Heather Thompson Day, bestselling author, professor, and communication expert...about what it really looks like to raise kind, confident, faith-filled kids in a world that can feel overwhelming.

We dive into big topics like bullying, loneliness, friendship, and how to help your kids find their place and purpose. Heather also shares the beautiful story behind her new children’s book “Can I Sit Here?” and gives practical tips for helping your kids feel seen, valued, and spiritually grounded.

If you’re navigating tough conversations or just trying to be intentional at home, this one will encourage your heart. 💛

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts + Spotify!

11/18/2025

It’s National Collection Week for ! 🎉
This week on the Collide Kids Podcast, I’m talking with shoebox recipient Izabella McMillon, a former shoebox recipient whose story will absolutely stir your heart! She grew up in communist Romania, discovered faith in secret, and received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox that God used to change the direction of her life—and even her family’s faith journey.

Each year I love highlighting this ministry, but this conversation is especially powerful. If you’re packing a shoebox this year, don’t forget to drop it off! And let this episode remind you: one simple act of generosity can plant seeds of hope, spark faith, and shape a child’s future in ways only God can orchestrate.

11/12/2025

This week on The Collide Kids Podcast, I'm talking with Tim Penner and Jo Rivard, the creative minds behind Tiny Truths, about how families can make Advent more meaningful. 💫

You’ll hear the heart behind their fun, Bible-based books and get practical ideas for helping your family shine their light — not just in December, but all year long.

✨ Discover how laughter, creativity, and a little intentionality can help your kids grow in faith this season!

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at collidekidspodcast.com

11/05/2025

What if your family’s greatest strength came from learning how to be weak?

This week my guest is Joel Conwell Arcieri, opening up about how God used his own struggles with anxiety to inspire a powerful message for families about emotional growth, and how God uses our weaknesses to grow our faith.

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10/28/2025

📺 What if family screen time could actually strengthen your kids’ faith?

This week on The Collide Kids Podcast, Christen talks with Jess Wolstenholm, VP of Education and Research at Minno Kids, about how to fill your home with purpose through faith-filled shows, books, and media your whole family will love. 💛

They dive into what it means to raise kids who abide in Christ, why excellent Christian content matters, and how parents can make everyday moments like watching TV opportunities for spiritual growth.

🎧 Listen to episdoe #214 now wherever you get podcasts!

10/28/2025

Just noticed my YouTube channel was a few episodes behind (oops 😅)! I’m catching up and uploading the latest ones now. Head over to The Collide Kids Podcast YouTube channel to see what you missed!

How can ordinary family moments become powerful opportunities for Faith at home and raising Christian kids?On this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, host ...

10/22/2025

✨ What if every question your child asks could launch your family into a quest of deeper faith and purpose?

This week on The Collide Kids Podcast, I get to chat with my new friend, Rousseaux Brasseur. He's a children’s author, YouTuber, and founder of the ! We talk about how curiosity can become a powerful tool for spiritual growth. 💭

We had so much fun swapping rapid-fire questions and Rousseaux offers practical wisdom for helping kids discover God’s big answers to life’s biggest questions. 🌍✝️

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!