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Bringing Out the Best in Your Spouse - Ep 284

Rock Solid Families - April 25, 2024 16:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Marriage is a creation of God’s and is meant to be a blessing.   So, how can we do that better? Advice -  Recognize you are on the same team.  Submit to one another for the good of the team, i.e. marriage. Ephesians 5:21-33 - Verse 33: … every husband must love his wife as himself, and every ...

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The Child that Cries Wolf - How to parent children that excessively complain. Ep 283

Rock Solid Families - April 22, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Background - Philippians 2:14-15 Do All things without complaining and disrupting that you may become blameless and harmless children of God.  Let’s just start with an example: Your child is quick to tell you about every time they have an ache or pain.  When they are telling you about the ache ...

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Time to Get in Shape! Maximizing Work Capacity: Functional Fitness for Everyday Life - Ep 282

Rock Solid Families - April 15, 2024 01:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Are you fit enough to do every day life?  We often hear about building muscle and scuptling the perfect body, but the truth is, many of us don't have the time or interest to build the perfect body, we just want to be active and healthy.  In today's show Merrill discusses the concept of buildin...

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The Bible-Where Do You Start as a Family? How to teach the Bible to your kids. Ep - 281

Rock Solid Families - April 08, 2024 13:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of incorporating the Bible into your family's daily life? Fear not! Our latest conversation provides a relatable and supportive guide to navigating scripture and its enduring teachings. Merrill and Linda are transparent about their ignorant beginning...

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Excessive Parenting-When is it too much? Ep - 280

Rock Solid Families - March 25, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
We live in a culture of excess.  We have more stuff now than ever. More clothes, more food, more comforts, and more parenting. Yes, even more parenting.  In this age when our kids seem to have it all, they also have way more parenting hovering over them. As we have indulged our kids with stuff, ...

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It Takes Two Healthy People to Make One Healthy Marriage - Ep - 279

Rock Solid Families - March 17, 2024 16:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
No doubt about it, marriage can be difficult.  Anytime we are putting two people with differing ideas and opinions together for one common cause, we are bound to have conflict.  Yes, we can and we should develop our communication skills, build our trust, and treat each other with respect. Howe...

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Introducing Jenna Helton and God's Blessing in our First Banquet! - Ep - 278

Rock Solid Families - March 11, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Lots of exciting things going on with Rock Solid Families and the mission!  In this show we introduce the newest employee of Rock Solid Families, Jenna Helton.  Once we decided to have a banquet in 2024, we recognized the need for more help.  Jenna to the rescue! We first brought Jenna on just ...

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Shame on You! - Do you shame your kids? How can we separate discipline from shaming? Ep 277

Rock Solid Families - March 01, 2024 17:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
So why this topic of Shame Free parenting? As parents, our job is to help our children meet their physical, cognitive AND emotional needs. Physical abuse or neglect is a lot easier to spot and call out. Even cognitive is easier. If the child isn’t getting to school or learning how to walk, talk...

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The Dating Game; Exciting, Exhausing, Exploring, and Hopefully Rewarding, Done God's Way! Ep 276

Rock Solid Families - February 26, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
As with all our shows, we’re approaching this topic of dating later in life from a Christian perspective. We believe it’s the healthiest way to approach dating. Looking at every date through the lens of a good, good father who is crazy about you and has amazing plans for your life is very dif...

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The Saddest Generation? The saddest generation of modern times - What went wrong? Ep. 275

Rock Solid Families - February 18, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Today’s topic is one we have visited before.  But today, we would like to address the topic from a different angle.  As parents we would never want to intentionally hurt our kids.  We desire the best for them and all of the best opportunities to do well in life.  But, over the years we have ...

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What About Love? From Passionate Eros, Family Bonds, Brotherly Love and the Sacrificial Love of Agape. Learn How to Build and Maintain the Love in Your Marriage. Ep 274

Rock Solid Families - February 12, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Embark with Linda and me on an intimate exploration of the complex tapestry of love, from its passionate beginnings to the profound connections we cherish in friendships and family. We're unwrapping the mystery of love's many forms, starting with a look at 'Eros' - the romantic, fiery love that ...

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7 "Must Do's" of Co-Parenting - Ep. 273

Rock Solid Families - February 05, 2024 13:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
In a perfect world I think we could agree that keeping marriages healthy and two parents in the house raising the children is the optimal situation.  But, we live in a less than optimal world.  As this relates to the home we often have marriages coming apart and children being raised by parents ...

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Does My Kid Need Therapy - Episode 272

Rock Solid Families - January 22, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Should I seek counseling or therapy for my child?   Here are some things to consider Advice -  Before jumping into therapy, have you considered that you, as the parent, are likely to have the greatest influence and support in helping your child through many situations.   Oftentimes we suggest ...

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Determining the Will of God - Episode 271

Rock Solid Families - January 15, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Making difficult decisions can be stressful and even paralyzing.  "Should I take the job or not?  "Where should I live?" " How should I spend my money?" "What should I study in school?" "Who should I marry?" As you can see the list can seem to go on and on.  The "right" answer seems to be hidden...

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What Are Your SMART Goals for 2024? - Episode 270

Rock Solid Families - January 08, 2024 15:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Now that the new year is started, have you taken any time to recalibrate your goals? Did you even have any goals?  Often we stop setting goals because we seem to fail at reaching them more than we would like to admit.  This leads us to stop the goal setting process and just let life happen.   H...

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Time to Get Your Priorities Right for 2024 - Episode 269

Rock Solid Families - January 01, 2024 19:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Here we are, starting a New Year!  It's hard to believe but great to know that we can take some time to re-prioritize and get back on track in areas that we may have strayed.   In particular, how have you been doing with your relationships?  Do you have your priorities straight with them?  Wher...

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Gifts for Better Relationships - Episode 268

Rock Solid Families - December 25, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
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Mean Girls, Drama Queens, What's Up With All This Stuff? - Episode 267

Rock Solid Families - December 18, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Rock Solid Families EP 267: Mean Girls, Drama Queens, What's Up With All This Stuff? Linda Hutchinson and Meredith Scudder Are you tired of getting caught up in drama and conflict? Ready to break free from the toxic triangle that keeps you stuck? Then you need to listen to this episode of the ...

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Teaching Your Kids the Value of Money - Episode 266

Rock Solid Families - December 11, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Rock Solid Families - EP266 - Teaching Your Kids the Value of Money Merrill and Linda Are you tired of feeling like an ATM for your kids? Do you want to teach them the value of a dollar and help them become financially responsible adults? Then you need to listen to this episode of the Rock Sol...

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No More Holiday Drama - Episode 265

Rock Solid Families - December 04, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Are you tired of the same old family drama ruining your holiday season? Well, in this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson dive into the topic of navigating family dynamics during the holidays. They discuss the commercialization and disruption of Christm...

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Talking to Your Kids About Homosexuality - Episode 264

Rock Solid Families - November 27, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
How do we, as Christian parents, guide our children through the complex topics of marriage, sex, and homosexuality from a biblical perspective? This challenging question sets the stage for our latest podcast episode. Our hosts delve into the delicate task of educating children about these import...

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Talking to Your Kids About Good vs Evil - Episode 263

Rock Solid Families - November 20, 2023 13:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Rock Solid Families - EP263  Israel-Hamas War: Talking to Your Kids About Good vs Evil Merrill and Linda Hutchinson “Teach your children to pray so that if their little hearts feel heavy, they can go to God and not the world.” These powerful words from the Rock Solid Families podcast episode on...

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Conflict in the Marriage Requires the Huddle - Episode 262

Rock Solid Families - November 13, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Have you ever felt like counseling is too female-oriented? Well, you're not alone. In the latest episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, Merrill and Linda Hutchinson delve into the vital role of communication in resolving relationship conflicts. Merrill brings up an interesting point about ...

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Breaking Through an Impasse in the Marriage - Episode 261

Rock Solid Families - November 06, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Hosts - Merrill and Linda Hutchinson "Conflict in marriage is not about winning or losing, but about finding a resolution that honors both partners," says Merrill Hutchinson. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson dive into the topic of conflict ...

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Rock Solid Families Podcast - Should I Home School My Kids - Episode 260

Rock Solid Families - October 30, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Rock Solid Families - EP260 - Should I Home School My Kids? Lisa Cox - certified teacher that chose to bring her craft into her home Considering homeschooling your kids? In today's episode, we're unpacking the world of homeschooling, an educational path that's gaining traction among many Christ...

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Rock Solid Families Podcast - But I Want it Now! - Episode 259

Rock Solid Families - October 23, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Guest Host - Meredith Scudder Waiting is not a passive act, but an opportunity for growth. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, the hosts delve into the topic of waiting and the challenges it presents in our fast-paced, instant gratification society. They discuss how the younger ...

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Rock Solid Families Podcast - Inviting God to School - Episode 258

Rock Solid Families - October 16, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Rock Solid Families -  EP258 - Inviting God to School  "Bringing God into our schools and homes is not about pushing an agenda, but about equipping our children with the tools to defend their faith and stand for what they believe. It's about instilling in them a strong identity and purpose in C...

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Rock Solid Families Podcast - Where Are All The Men - Episode 257

Rock Solid Families - October 09, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
"Men are not less than, they are different. Understanding their needs and meeting them where they are is the key to bringing them back into the church and empowering them to lead their families." - Merrill Hutchinson In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hu...

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Rock Solid Families Podcast - Thanks for Five Years! - Episode 256

Rock Solid Families - October 02, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Rock Solid Families - EP256 - Thanks for 5 Years!  Merrill and Linda Hutchinson In this heartfelt 5 year anniversary episode, Linda and Merrill reflect on half a decade of their dedicated ministry, Rock Solid Families. They recount the myriad of lives they've impacted: from young adults, parent...

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Rock Solid Families - EP255 - Lies We Believe: Uncovering the Truth for a Life of Freedom and Healing

Rock Solid Families - September 25, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
God's truth has the power to shatter the lies we believe about ourselves and replace them with the value and worth He has bestowed upon us. In this episode of the Rock Solid Families podcast, hosts Merrill and Linda Hutchinson delve into the topic of the lies we believe about ourselves, others, ...

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