Guest Jonathan Cronkhite leads our discussion about raising kids who are aware that God is at work in their lives and in the world around them.

Guest Carissa Potter leads a discussion on the societal norm of self-centeredness and how this impacts our view of God, Scripture, and our place in God's story.

Learn how to be a resilient leader as Dr. Shelly Melia coaches us on overcoming discouragement in ministry. 

Guest Ken Braddy discusses the future of discipleship and gives key questions to help group leaders assess the health of their small group.

Our guest Kelly Minter shares how believers can live on mission by establishing an eternal perspective. 

We hear excellent insight from Dale Hudson on reaching Gen Alpha with the good news of the gospel. 

Ministry leaders are challenged and encouraged by Yancy Wideman Richmond as she explains how to teach children the value and purpose of worship to create life-long worshipers of Jesus. 

As author of Live Your Truth and Other Lies, Alisa Childers talks with us about the popularity of the Progressive movement and the biblical response to it. 

We hear from Brian Dembowczyk on ways churches can encourage biblical engagement to address the decline in biblical literacy. 

Guest Chris Sasser shares about his book, Bags: Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load and helps parents recognize and guide their children through emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational baggage they may be carrying. 

How do you know if God is calling you to leave your current ministry position? Chrystal Evans Hurst guides us through discerning whether God is calling you away. 

Greg Gunn guides parents on how to intentionally recognize their core values and purpose to create a God-centered family ID.

Guest Dr. Michele White provides families and churches with tips and ideas for creating a simple but engaging time of family Bible study. 

Austin Fruits shares powerful steps to finding true freedom from the trap of pornography.

 

Byron Ragains provides excellent advice for those entering new ministry roles and gives suggestions on ways to encourage those who are new to ministry. 

Guest Arlene Pellicane helps guide grandparents in creating a balance when engaging in technology to connect with their grandchildren without becoming immersed in that culture. 

Ministry leaders are challenged to lead with love as Dr. Luz Galvez de Figueroa shows us how to connect in multi-cultural churches through the common ground of the gospel. 

Guest Ron Deal sheds light on how the church can connect with blended families and provide a place where they can feel safe and welcome.

We hear from Jim Wideman on how we can encourage and lead others to embrace change in ministry. 

We learn about slow parenting as Karen Kennemur gives exceptional insight into the importance of slowing down and adding calmness to allow for relationship building with our children. 

Learn how to utilize the gifts of your volunteers as Matt Morgan coaches us on growing volunteers into valuable leaders in ministry. 

We hear from Hillary Morgan Ferrer about how to intentionally disciple children with a biblical worldview so they are confident and equipped to recognize the lies our world is trying to teach them. 

Kirsten Hitchcock explains the profound impact of declaring blessings over children and how we can implement this practice in our ministries. 

We hear from Jenny Smith on how to have conversations with our kids about difficult topics and the role these conversations play in discipleship. 

Rabbi Jacob Rosenberg shares the importance of the Shema and how churches and families can utilize the Shema for family discipleship. 

Guest Matthew Tingblad explains the intellectual and emotional sides of the deconstruction of faith and why the deconstruction of one's faith has become so popular. 

Tiger McLuen shares seven faith factors that greatly impact a student's life-long walk with the Lord and provides guidance to parents & ministry leaders as they shepherd the hearts of students. 

Kathleen Trock-Molhock coaches parents and ministry leaders on uniting as one family of God to bring healing to our hurting children and teens. 

Guest Frank Trimble discusses the important role that a senior pastor plays in the discipleship of the children and teens of the church. 

Parents & ministry leaders discover how to have healthy conversations in the home and in the church concerning the LGBTQ+ community from guests Rob & Amy Rienow. 

We learn practical tips from Mark Jones on how to keep order in the classroom while still creating a fun and engaging atmosphere. 

We are challenged by JJ Jones to cast a vision of the church as a family, living in true community with other believers. 

We learn how grace can strengthen marriages as Brad Rhoads discusses his book, The Grace Marriage: How the Gospel and Intentionality Transform Your Relationship. 

Karen Stubbs tells us how to become a "student" of our child to better understand how God uniquely made them.  

Brianna Edwards coaches us on emotional attunement and developing relationships that bring healing to children and families who have experienced trauma.

We hear from Christian Cordova as he walks us through uniting cultures to create thriving multi-ethnic ministries in our churches. 

Learn from Steven Ackley how to create a family ministry strategy that includes exceptional clarity, collaboration, and communication. 

Guest Dr. Chris Shirley walks us through setting family discipleship goals and explains a Scripture-based metric for measuring how well our church is doing in the area of disciple-making.

We learn from Sandra Peoples how to ensure our ministries are well-equipped to welcome students and families with disabilities.

Blake McFarland talks with us about the importance of alignment with senior pastors in family discipleship efforts and the positive impact alignment has on discipleship in the home. 

Guest Dr. Jen Bennett walks individuals and churches through using social media to share God stories and influence culture with the hope and freedom found in Jesus Christ. 

Learn how churches can intentionally reach families that are impacted by disabilities as Marie Kuck guides on what it takes to minister well to VIP families. 

Bestselling author Karen Kingsbury and her son, Tyler Russell, discuss their new show on Pure Flix, A Thousand Tomorrows, which is based on one of Karen's popular books. 

Kim Hudson explains the significance of child dedication and its role in empowering parents in the discipleship of their children. 

Becky Sparks helps parents overcome parenting out of fear and guides them on how to parent courageously through the power of the gospel. 

Dr. Rich Griffith talks with us about the importance and value of ministry models that include nuclear and permeable families. 

We hear from Emily Snider on how to love and lead well in ministry, even when working with difficult personalities. 

Guests Denise Pass and Michelle Nietert give us practical ways to use the truth of God's Word to protect our mental health and prevent ministry burnout. 

We discuss the popular topic of deconstructing one's faith with Dr. Timothy Paul Jones as he guides us through approaching this subject with others. 

Guest Dr. Richard Ross shares practices and qualities that give adults influence in the spiritual life of a teenager. 

We learn powerful ideas from Carissa Potter on ways the church can encourage and partner with parents in the discipleship of their children at home. 

Hosts Dr. Ron Hunter and Derek Altom answer the top 10 questions they've received about the D6Conference. 

Hear about favorite moments, breakout sessions, main stage talks, and more as Dr. Ron Hunter and Derek Altom recap the D6 Conference 2023. 

Gain an abundance of wisdom from Dr. Scott Turanksy on the importance of discipling parents and how the church can step in and create a tremendous positive impact on families. 

Learn how your church can make the shift to a generational ministry mindset as Daniel Keinanen  gives practical tips, advice, and encouragement from his own experiences.  

Guest Melissa MacDonald provides practical ways Bible teachers can bring the Bible to life for younger audiences. 

Learn how churches can empower couples to "divorce-proof" their marriages as Laura Petherbridge shares insight and wisdom on fortifying marriages. 

We hear from Tony Souder on the immense value grandparents bring to the discipleship of their grandchildren. 

Guest Marianne Howard shares about her new book, Rest. Overcoming Spiritual Fatigue, and she advises leaders on how they can stop the cycle of neglecting rest and find renewal in the presence of Jesus. 

Guest Chad Harrington guides parents on putting pride aside and embracing humility for effective discipleship in the home. 

We hear from Brian Haynes on how we can parent well through the mountaintop moments as well as the difficult times. 

Guest Rachel Timothy sheds light on the issue of trafficking and discusses how churches can become aware and get involved in the fight against trafficking. 

Guest Mike McGarry emphasizes the importance of including theological teaching in student ministry and guides parents and ministry leaders on incorporating theology in an effective way. 

We learn how churches can support and help strengthen marriages of couples in their congregations as John McGee talks with us about the importance of marriage ministry. 

We hear from Mahogany Dudley-Finley on how to have hope and shine our light bright in the midst of a dark and discouraging culture. 

We discuss all things comedy with Jonnie W., including how being labeled a "clean Christian comedian" affects his career. 

Hear about MercyMe's newest album, Always Only Jesus, as we sit down with band leader Bart Millard. 

Discover all you'll need to know about the upcoming D6 Conference 2023, including the when, what, where, and (most importantly) the why. 

Guest Corey Jones walks us through the benefits of intentional discipleship and how to go about starting your own discipleship group. 

Learn how to disciple students on purity and sexuality as Tony Myles walks us through teaching them to follow Jesus, not rules. 

Hear from Michelle Craddock on creative and practical ways to minister to parents by simply enhancing your current ministry practices. 

We discuss Chris Sasser's book, Bags: Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load, and he coaches parents and ministry leaders on ways to protect, identify, and walk with children struggling with emotional baggage. 

Guest Holley Gerth guides us through understanding what can lead introverts to ministry burnout and how they can get on the road to recovery once they're there. 

We learn the importance of taking the time to reset and adjust disciple-making strategies as John Weaver coaches us on the pruning process of ministry. 

Our very own Josh Wooten speaks wisdom and hope to ministry leaders considering a transition in their ministry role. 

Guest Luz Galvez de Figueroa explains the importance of multicultural family ministry and guides church leaders with practical first steps on implementing a multicultural family ministry in their own churches. 

We hear from Michael Bayne on practical and creative ways the church can engage and disciple families that have not returned to church after the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Guest Arlene Pellicane helps parents assess their children's "digital diets" and gives practical ways families can begin a digital reset to bring a healthier balance of screen time in their homes.   

We talk with Alisa Childers about her newest book, Live Your Truth and Other Lies: Exposing Popular Deceptions That Make Us Anxious, Exhausted, and Self-Obsessed, and discuss how to discern the enemy’s lies by being grounded in God's truth and not our own. 

Student minister Ryan Garrett speaks words of encouragement and insight to fellow student pastors as they live out God's calling on their lives to reach this generation of students and partner with parents in discipleship. 

We talk with Kurt and Olivia Bruner about the effects that technology has on the development of children and what parents and the church can do to actively address this problem. 

Dr. Blair Robinson and Dr. Ken Coley lead our discussion on the importance of fathers taking a leadership role in family worship time.

Hear how churches can and should create a welcoming environment in worship services for all ages as Christina Embree talks with us about the importance of inter-generational worship. 

Guest Britney Dent coaches parents on maximizing discipleship opportunities with their teens.

We receive valuable principles from Israel Wayne that will help parents navigate healthy technology parameters for the entire family.

Learn how to prepare and take advantage of teachable moments as Dr. Wade Mobley speaks on embracing uncomfortable, but necessary, conversations with our children. 

We learn how ministry leaders, parents, and friends can best minister to children who are grieving as Dr. Shelly Melia shares her vast expertise on grief and resilience.

Guest Sam Luce guides children's ministers on approaching discipleship with hope, and truth to give kids a faith foundation they won't grow out of. 

Get the scoop on an amazing opportunity from our guests, Dr. Denise Muir Kjesbo and Dr. Deb Moncauskas from Bethel Seminary. They explain how you can dive deeper into your understanding and practice of family ministry through the D6 Family Ministry Certificate!

Our guest, Dr. Katie Frugé, helps guide the church in showing deep compassion and biblical truth through its involvement in the pro-life movement. 

We talk to Bonnie Gray about her book, Sweet Like Jasmine: Finding Identity in a Culture of Loneliness, as she shares how God uses our willingness to be open about the hard seasons of our life to bring lasting connections in our relationships. 

As the author of Valleys Over Mountains: A Guide Through the Hard Seasons, Tom Bump points to the beauty of what can be learned through life and ministry's more challenging valley seasons. 

Craig Fry challenges the church to take inventory of how they're reaching men and gives guidance on how to empower men to be the leaders God has called them to be. 

Brad Rhoads, the co-founder of Grace Marriage and GraceMarriage@Home, sheds light on how churches can minister to couples before crisis sets in and what it looks like to have an ongoing marriage ministry. 

Guest Larry Fowler shares strategies and solutions to help Christian grandparents have a spiritual voice in the lives of their grandchildren. 

Guest Frank Trimble provides leaders with astounding wisdom and inspiration for the importance and implementation of family ministry in the context of smaller churches. 

We hear from Keith Ferrin about internalizing Scripture, enjoying reading the Bible, and approaching the living Word of God as relational, not just informational. 

Special guest Amy Rienow brings inspiring words of wisdom to uplift and encourage women whom God has chosen to fill the role of being a pastor's wife.

By focusing on the connection between the Great Commission and the family, Dr. Rob Rienow provides practical strategies for advancing family ministry. 

With a deep passion for discipleship, Robby Gallaty discusses the example Jesus gave for disciple-making and advises on how we can use those same practices in our own discipleship strategies.