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Generation Arrow

28 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratings

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, was caught in the crossfire of divorce as a child and unfortunately became an innocent casualty. The pain, rejection, and continuous family drama made an indelible mark in her life and she vowed that things would be different with her children. She is now driven to help future generations successfully navigate faith and family. Full of biblical insight and inspiration, the Generation Arrow podcast will deliver the encouragement and guidance you need to confidently raise your children to fulfill their God-given purpose. As a teacher, leader mom, and author of “Arrows, Raising Children to Hit their God-Given Mark,” Keeley is cheering you on. You can do this!

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Ep 26: Amazing Family Financial Miracles

June 08, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Get ready to laugh, jump, and shout in this episode, as Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, goes totally live and unplugged as she shares two supernatural stories of God's provision in her family. The first one is about a crazy vacation in Aruba and the second one is about her husband's . . . UNDERWEAR! God really does care about everything! What do you need that you've not asked him for? What is it that you've wanted to do for your kids that, in the natural, you've not been able...

Ep 25: Last Days Parenting

May 25, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

In this episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, touches on what she deems one of the most important topics she has ever covered on the podcast. The return of Christ is closer than it's ever been and there are things that you simply must know when it comes to raising your children in the last days. During this podcast, Keeley parallels the family of Noah and five significant things that set them apart in the days prior to the flood that wiped out all mankind.  The lessons lear...

Ep 25: Last Days Parenting

May 25, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

In this episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, touches on what she deems one of the most important topics she has ever covered on the podcast. The return of Christ is closer than it's ever been and there are things that you simply must know when it comes to raising your children in the last days. During this podcast, Keeley parallels the family of Noah and five significant things that set them apart in the days prior to the flood that wiped out all mankind.  The lessons lear...

Ep 24: Building the Heart of a Home with Roxann Soto

May 11, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, welcomes her friend,  Roxann Soto.  Roxann has built a reputation for her expertise in good food, good decor, and  good gatherings, with her God's in the Kitchen Instagram and Facebook Pages. But Roxann's true passion is building the heart of a home and when it comes right down to it, that is the most important thing we can do as parents.  During this episode, Keeley and Roxann dive into: What is the heart of a home? How to build your home whe...

Ep 23: Believing the Impossible for Your Kids with Denise Dietz

April 27, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, welcomes her friend of 29 years, Denise Dietz. Denise shares her journey of triumph as she believed the impossible for her adoptive son, Mycheal. Although he faced what seemed to be insurmountable challenges from his past abuse, social skill deficits, and delayed learning, she refused to give up on God's amazing purpose for his life. Keeley and Denise openly discuss: The temptation to succumb to negative labels placed on our children How the H...

Ep 22: Single Mom Success with Kim Conner

April 13, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  shares this powerful episode with her friend, Kim Conner. If you're a single mom, or even a single dad, it may feel like you're taking three steps forward and two steps back in whatever you set your hand to do. Maybe there's more month at the end of your money. Maybe you're overwhelmed with trying to do it all. Perhaps you continuously have to deal with resentment and bitterness because of the situation you are in. Well, today's episode is for y...

Ep 21: Recovering from Church Hurt with Amanda Hebert

March 30, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her friend, Amanda Hebert, to candidly talk about church hurt . If you've been a Christian very long, you most likely have had plenty of opportunities to be offended or hurt by your church leaders. Unfortunately, many families are jumping ship from attending church because of the pain they've experienced. But the negative impact of doing so is far reaching. In this episode Amanda and Keeley discuss: The dangers of pulling your family ...

Ep 20: Learning Life Lessons with Austin Schafer

March 16, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  has a real treat in store for you on this episode. Her adult son, Austin, comes alongside her to talk about a big conversation they had prior to him starting his first internship. The practical guidelines and valuable life lessons they share are guaranteed to make your kids stand out in a crowd, especially when they begin their first job. Start implementing these life lessons while your children are young so they can begin seeing ahead to their...

Ep 19: The Power of God's Love for Parents with Pastor Keith Cistrunk

March 02, 2022 08:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  has a transparent and life giving discussion on this episode with one of her pastors, Keith Cistrunk.  With many parents coming from broken and dysfunctional homes, not having a healthy family model is leaving them empty handed when it comes to caring for their children.  This episode goes straight to the root of overcoming the fears of parenting failure and inadequacy, as Pastor Keith talks about his own struggles as a child and the transformi...

Ep 18: God's Secret Weapon for Parenting

February 16, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

In this episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, opens her heart about one of the greatest tools God has ever given her as a parent.  During this podcast, Keeley shines light on: How to parent with boldness against what the world says is "normal" The key to praying the perfect will of God for your kids EVERY SINGLE TIME How to access the strength and vitality you need for your family This podcast will change the way you raise your kids. If you've never listened to any of t...

Ep 17: Preparing Your Kids to Be Marriage Ready with Kim McQuitty from Wife Ready

February 02, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her friend, Kim McQuitty, from Wife Ready to share a refreshing and insightful discussion on preparing your kids to be marriage ready. When it comes to our children choosing a future spouse, we can't leave it all up to chance. Although marriage has its own set of challenges, there are many things we can do as parents to help smooth out potential potholes ahead. In this episode, Kim and Keeley share wisdom on: When should you start pre...

Ep 16: The Art of Letting Go - Releasing Your Kids Into the World

January 19, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

On this episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, shares with great transparency about her daughter's recent move over 1300 miles away and the challenges of finally releasing your children into adulthood. During this podcast, Keeley opens her heart on: The importance of our children being compared with arrows What is the the pinnacle of parenting How our emotions come into play when it comes to our children's destinies The key to making it easier to release our children int...

Ep 15: Breaking the Cycle of Lack in Your Family with Pastor Scott Jones

January 05, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her very own pastor, Pastor Scott Jones, to the podcast.  God has a lot to say about money and money management and that's great news for parents who are barely keeping their noses above water and "just surviving."  Pastor Scott offers his wise insight based on the Word of God on how to break the cycle of lack in your family. Pastor Scott and Keeley discuss: Why money and Christianity do not oppose one another Why we can't pray magic...

Ep 14: Debunking the Myths of Co-Parenting After Divorce with Denise Dietz

December 15, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow,  welcomes her dear friend of 28 years, Denise Dietz.  Denise candidly reveals her co-parenting challenges after divorce and the decisions she and her ex-husband made to maintain peace and stability in the lives of their children. Although divorce is not optimal, it happens, and many families have been impacted.  Keeley and Denise openly discuss: How our pain can bleed into the fabric of our families Developing a healthy level of respect for yo...

Ep 13: Beauty By God's Design for Our Daughters with Bethany Beal from Girl Defined Ministries

December 01, 2021 08:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

On this episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, welcomes a very special guest, Bethany Beal, from Girl Defined Ministries.  The world is pounding and pressing and coming after our girls, trying to mold and shape them into a cookie-cutter idea of beauty. It’s something we need to be prepared to talk about with our kids, especially our daughters. Keeley and Bethany take a deep look into: How the world deceptively portrays what's beautiful The superficial vortex of social medi...

Ep 12: Chick- Fil-A Prayers - Teaching Your Kids to Pray

November 17, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, shares intimate stories and practical guidelines on showing your kids what to pray for, when to pray, and how to pray. Keeley dives into: How much should your kids be praying Is God really in control of everything? What kind of things do our kids need to be praying about Super tips on praying for others How your kids can receive Chick-Fil-A kind of prayers This episode is for the brave and the bold. If you're ready to see God answer prayers fo...

Ep 11: Cultivating a Culture of Honor Within Our Homes with Pastor Brett Jones

November 03, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, welcomes her pastor, Brett Jones, as her first guest on the podcast.  In a world where dishonor abounds, Pastor Brett brings great clarity on the power of honor and how to practically incorporate the practice of honor in our lives. During this podcast, Pastor Brett and Keeley delve into: The contributing factors to the breakdown of honor in our society The negative consequences of sowing seeds of dishonor How to honor those you don't agree wi...

Ep 10: Seven Years for Two Pairs of Tennis Shoes - The High Price of Unforgiveness

October 20, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MB

For this special 10th episode, Keeley Schafer, the host of Generation Arrow, goes to a deep place about one of the greatest pains in her life which stemmed from unforgiveness.  During this podcast, Keeley shares: How she was caught in the crossfire of divorce and became an innocent casualty The impact of the cancel culture in her family The robbing effects of unforgiveness towards her father Her journey to restoration How you can carve out a new path for your family through the power o...

Ep 9: Ghosts, Goblins and Zombies - Is it Just Scary Family Fun?

October 06, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow,  explores the spooky and the scary, especially around Halloween, and ways it could impact your children. During this podcast, Keeley discusses: What Jesus said about being afraid The family guidelines they used for Halloween Unintentional ways we can invite fear into our homes What the Bible says about the supernatural world, including the demonic realm Practical strategies to filter fear provoking images and messages for our kids Why fear ...

Ep 8: God's Protection - Right Place, Right Time, and Right People

September 20, 2021 21:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, lays out the simplicity of how God protects your children and practical ways of keeping them safe. During this podcast, Keeley explains: The number one way God speaks to you about your children The reason why many bad things happen One of the ways Christians get into trouble and miss out on God's protection How to trust your children's intuition The importance of being at the right place, at the right time, with the right people This podca...

Ep 7: Nothing Missing, Nothing Broken and God's Family Provision

September 08, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares  with great transparency, and at the risk of embarrassment,  about how God opened her eyes to things missing and broken in her life that were ultimately stealing from her family.  During this podcast, Keeley discusses: The meaning of shalom and how it applies to your family What God thinks about lack How to direct your children's attention to their real provider. Practical steps to  living in abundance  This podcast will raise you...

Ep 6: No More Griping & Complaining

August 21, 2021 23:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares a crucial message on the negative consequences of griping and complaining in our families. During this podcast, Keeley dives in to: What God thinks about complaining The dangers of complaining How complaining hinders our child's progress How your family can break free from complaining once and for all  How a murmur-free home can open up the blessings of God This podcast contains truths that will help move your family forward by l...

Ep 5: Combating Depression & Anxiety with Your Kids - Part 2

August 09, 2021 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares how to combat depression and anxiety when it comes to your kids. Keeley hits the topic of depression and anxiety head on with: What is the root of depression and anxiety How the devil uses the power of imagination to induce fear in our children How the strongholds of depression and anxiety can be pulled down Two powerful steps your children can use to be free from all fear How our kids can use the Depression and Anxiety Scriptures/Pra...

Ep 4: Combating Depression & Anxiety with Your Kids - Part 1

July 27, 2021 02:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares how to combat depression and anxiety when it comes to your kids. During this podcast, Keeley discusses: How the enemy tries to overtake your kids in the area of depression and anxiety How to stand strong against the enemy's tactics Six powerful keys to breaking down walls in your children's hearts Follow us on Instagram @generationarrow_official https://www.instagram.com/generationarrow_official/ Like us on Facebook at Generation Arr...

Ep 3: The Power of Church Attendance

July 09, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares the power of bringing your family to church. During this podcast, Keeley discusses: Why this isn't a good time to neglect gathering together with other believers Why God is limited when we're by ourselves Why church attendance is the greatest form of counseling The blessing of being planted in a church home For more information about Generation Arrow, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life

Ep 2: The Greatest Prayer You Could Ever Pray for Your Kids

June 28, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares one of the most life changing prayers she has ever prayed for her children.  During this podcast, Keeley discusses: The devil's greatest strategy against our children The problem with living "my truth" How to help our kids confidently walk out their purpose in life For more information about Generation Arrow, please go to https://www.generationarrow.life God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, give my children the Spirit ...

1. Why Generation Arrow Exists

June 02, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares her heart on why Generation Arrow was created and the importance it plays in your role as a parent. During this podcast, Keeley discusses: What God thinks about parenting Why does God compare our children with arrows How to access whatever you need when it comes to parenting For more information about Generation Arrow, please go to http://www.generationarrow.life

Ep 1: Why Generation Arrow Exists

June 02, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Keeley Schafer, the founder of Generation Arrow, shares her heart on why Generation Arrow was created and the importance it plays in your role as a parent. During this podcast, Keeley discusses: What God thinks about parenting Why does God compare our children with arrows How to access whatever you need when it comes to parenting For more information about Generation Arrow, please go to http://www.generationarrow.life