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  • Ep. 321 — Teaching a Girl to Embrace God's Design for her Body

    Ep. 321 — Teaching a Girl to Embrace God's Design for her Body
    Jan 20 2026
    On this Tuesday episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, hosts Natalie Ambrose and Melissa Bearden embark upon a journey to understand God's design for girls' bodies and how we can guide them Biblically in this self-view. From the Body Positivity Movement to AI modeling trends, Natalie and Melissa begin to unpack the nuances of these cultural messages and their effect on girls. Melissa offers a gentle reminder that Christ-followers do not obsess on lateral comparisons, since that leads to self-loathing and discontentment. Both hosts share their personal journeys with fashion trends and learning to embrace the bodies God gave them. Melissa's boldness to be present and live in the moment serves as an empowering challenge to many moms and mentors who might shy away from an activity if it means donning a swimsuit! Natalie shares about the value of self-talk and intentionally keeping that in a positive territory and how that serves as a direct example for her middle school aged daughter. This episode centers on two timeless truths—welcoming God's blessing from Genesis 1:31 and embracing that His design for our bodies is indeed "very good" and having the wisdom to reject a cultural fashion trend when it is rooted in deception. Natalie offers listeners a kind reminder that the 'very good' blessing is from a Creator who is infinitely good Himself. Two Things to Consider: Embrace the Embrace—if God the Masterful Artist has created a girl's body as 'very good' then she should embrace her body's unique and good design. Reject Trends Rooted in Deception—since the trend machine is designed to keep girls self-loathing and clamoring after the next thing, guide her to shift her thinking into a more contented mindset. Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: Genesis 1:31 Psalm 139:13-16 Proverbs 16:31 2 Corinthians 10:5 Genesis 3:6 Genesis 21:6 Judges 4 Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.      To find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org.  
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    27 min
  • Ep. 320 — How to Nurture a Kingdom Vision in Your Kids with Dr. Esau McCaulley

    Ep. 320 — How to Nurture a Kingdom Vision in Your Kids with Dr. Esau McCaulley
    Jan 17 2026
    In this Saturday episode of the podcast, Dr. Esau McCaulley joins host Patti Garibay to talk about a Biblical approach to ethnic diversity in God's Kingdom. This episode serves as an invitation to lift our eyes beyond my world and to behold the breathtaking beauty of God's design for humanity, and how His Church should lead in that design. Dr. McCaulley's work involves serving as a founding pastor, podcaster, author, and public theologian—on top of being a husband and father. Esau unpacks his motivation for the many facets of his work—from God's covenant with Abraham through to the Holy Spirit's work in the world today. Esau passionately reminds us that diversity isn't something we should be afraid of—it's something we should embrace, because God's Word does. Hear Dr. McCaulley's compassionate wisdom to guide childhood paths case by case into alignment with God's heart. Esau reminds that kids mirror parents, so when Christian parents speak respectfully about others—whether alike or different from their family—this serves as a Christ-like example to the kids. Through personal story, Patti shares about diversity encompasses differing abilities as well as racial background. Esau shares how his local church body uses the vehicle of community outreach and service to extend God's heart to embrace and love. He reminds that God's compassion is implicitly connected to evangelism and spreading the Gospel. Both Esau and Patti agree that children can lead all of us through eyes of childlike faith—pure, innocent, and passionate. Dr. McCaulley and Patti land the conversation by unpacking God's perspective on justice and fairness and how that plays out in our daily life as Christians. Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: Genesis 12 Revelation 5:9 Romans 1:16-17 Ephesians 2:4-5 Mark 10:14 Luke 18:1-8 To learn more about Dr. Esau McCaulley and his work, visit esaumccaulley.com/ Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  
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    34 min
  • Ep. 319 — How the Gospel Binds Multi-Ethnic Christ-Followers Together

    Ep. 319 — How the Gospel Binds Multi-Ethnic Christ-Followers Together
    Jan 15 2026
    In this Thursday podcast conversation, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose connect the Gospel message to the global unity of the Church by God's design. Both Rachael and Natalie share personal stories of how God opened their eyes to the work of diverse unity He was doing in tiny churches, large church bodies, rural and urban settings alike. For both the hosts and for Christian girls, it's important for this growth to be personal—to let God show each of us that His Good News is truly extended to all. Both Old and New Testament passages of Scripture show that God has always intended for His Church to bear His image to every corner of the Earth. As we raise girls in a culturally diverse time, it's important to guide them to the whole story of history—even the difficult parts. It is through these stories that we can lead girls to love God's desire for unity and to work to speak on behalf of those who might not have a voice otherwise. Want to make this an ongoing part of your family life? Practice Biblical hospitality and see how the Lord opens your heart and your eyes to His beautiful tapestry of humanity! Three Things to Consider: It's important to tell the stories of Freedom Seekers  Which means...we must teach the whole story of our country's history, even the bad parts  Open the Doors of Your Family's Heart & Home to Invite the Hope & Unity of the Gospel that Binds Us Together  Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: Acts 17:26-28 Ecclesiastes 4:12 Romans 10:12-13 1 Corinthians 15:16-20 John 13:34-35 Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.   Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  
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    25 min
  • Ep. 318 – EVERY TRIBE, NATION, & LANGUAGE AND A GIRL'S HEAVENLY UNITY

    Ep. 318 – EVERY TRIBE, NATION, & LANGUAGE AND A GIRL'S HEAVENLY UNITY
    Jan 13 2026
    In this Tuesday episode, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose dive into the topic of unity in the Church with an eye on heaven throughout the conversation. During an era where culture is steeped in division, it's vital that Christians pursue unity—after all the Gospel message is extended to all! Natalie walks listeners through Old and New Testament passages where the global nature of God's design is under the spotlight. Ultimately, Rachael and Natalie land on the foundation that though people tend to be tribal in nature—preferring to gravitate to others who are "like us"—God's intention is for His image bearers to spread out and shine His light. Rachael reminds listeners that since God values diversity, so His followers should too. Hear how Rachael offers practical ways to raise a girl who has the full picture in mind and who grows to love all peoples regardless of race. From language translation apps to praying your way across the map, there are countless ways to raise a daughter who loves all God's people groups. The American Heritage Girls Ministry has tons of ways to instill a framework for global unity—AHG Badges, connections to aligned ministries like Operation Christmas Child, and more! Three Things to Consider: Any day is a great day to prepare your girl for the amazing diversity she will see in heaven!  Let a map be your family's guide to learn about various people groups, languages, customs, and cultures so you can intentionally pray for the Gospel to reach each person.   Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: Genesis 11 Genesis 22 Acts 1:8 James 2:8-9, 12-13 Revelation 5:9 Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools. Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.
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    22 min
  • Ep. 317 – Helping Girls Root Their Identity in Christ in a Culture of Pressure with Eric & Eden Geiger

    Ep. 317 – Helping Girls Root Their Identity in Christ in a Culture of Pressure with Eric & Eden Geiger
    Jan 10 2026
    In this heartwarming Saturday episode, American Heritage Girls Executive Director and Raising Godly Girls Podcast host Rachael Culpepper interviews Erin and Eden Geiger. The conversation surrounds the many ways God forms a daughter's identity in Christ through a parent's ongoing journey of faith with the Lord. Rachael invites listeners to take in today's episode with their teen girls to spark at-home conversations. The father-daughter duo discuss Eden's book, 50 Days to Embracing Who God Says You Are, written during Eden's junior year of high school. Sharing her testimony of a "wilderness season" with the Holy Spirit, the two guests reflect on their growth together as a family when this awakening shifted their home. Eden recalls being the only Christian on her high school club volleyball team and how that threatened to encompass her identity and her future. With the anchor of her mother's resolve, Eden was called back to her foundation in the Lord. From self-comparison, idolatry, self-worth, social media, and anxiety, hear Eden walk through a relevant season that many of today's faith-filled girls struggle with. A distinct highlight of the conversation comes when Erin shares that a girl's identity in Christ is sealed through Scripture, releasing girls from the pressure to perform and easing her into a lifelong rhythm with the Lord. Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: Ephesians 2:10 To learn more about Eric & Eden Geiger's ministry, visit ericgeiger.com Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.    To find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 
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    38 min
  • Ep. 316—HOW A FAMILY GUIDES THEIR GIRLS TO PUT ON THE ARMOR OF GOD

    Ep. 316—HOW A FAMILY GUIDES THEIR GIRLS TO PUT ON THE ARMOR OF GOD
    Jan 8 2026
    In this powerful episode, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose put the Armor of God under the spotlight as a way to empower girls to live out their faith in a confident way. Using a girl's identity in Christ as a "nametag", this episode connects the "who and Whose they are" ideas together for girls. Rachael breaks down the Armor of God into three sections showing Christian parents how each intentionally serves as tools for a girl's healthy faith growth. Hear how American Heritage Girls offers direct resources to embolden girls to succeed as Daughters of the King. Three Things to Remember: The Armor of God: Guides & Guards  Refines & Readies  And it Shields & Slices  Your girl will be a powerful influence for the Lord when she puts on the Full Armor of God every day!  Scriptures Reference in This Episode: Ephesians 6:10-18 1 John 3:1 Romans 8:15-17 Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.    Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  
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    18 min
  • Ep. 315—IDENTITY IN CHRIST & LIFELONG FAITH

    Ep. 315—IDENTITY IN CHRIST & LIFELONG FAITH
    Jan 6 2026
    In this Season 3 episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose launch with a fun chat about letters they would write to themselves as girls and what they wished they knew about being a Christian girl growing up. The hosts zoom in on the idea of "fortifying" a girl's faith to go the long haul—"parenting forward" to teach lessons today that will resonate far into the future and into eternity. The Raising Godly Girls Minute in this episode serves as a timeless reminder that Scripture serves as a "nightlight" so guide girls when days seem dark. Rachael shares the fun opportunity to "start something new" through AHG Patch Programs and resources—for both non-members and AHG Members alike. She also shares a chance for listeners to grab the AHG Thinline ESV Bible as a way to launch girls into a year of reading God's Word. Two Things to Remember: Parenting-Forward is not a Formula—so open your hands in prayer, submit your will and your understanding to God, and do your best to steward this parenting journey daily in the process.   You can take joy in knowing that God will always be found faithful. Since that is His character and even in the hard seasons, He will always pursue her.   Scriptures Reference in this Episode: Mark 8:36-37 Psalm 119:105 Proverbs 22:6 Isaiah 61:1-3 Jeremiah 31:3 To get your copy of the AHG Thinline ESV Bible, visit store.americanheritagegirls.org/products/ahg-thinline-esv-bible Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.    Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  
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    24 min
  • Ep. 314-- New Year, New Wisdom: A Preview of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast Lineup in 2026

    Ep. 314-- New Year, New Wisdom: A Preview of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast Lineup in 2026
    Jan 3 2026
    The Raising Godly Girls Podcast now moves into its third season as the calendar rolled over to 2026 this week. AHG Executive Director Rachael Culpepper reflects on 2025 highlights including Saturday guests like Kirthana Fanning, Sherri Seligson, Vic Clesceri, and Sherri Crandall. Rachael casts vision for the Raising Godly Girls and American Heritage Girls ministry in the coming year, gaining direction from Jeremiah 6—to learn from those who came before and to dial in our vision for where the Lord will lead in the days ahead. Rachael's vision and our Saturday guests' wisdom still echo in listeners' hearts and minds, building excitement for a new season of podcast episodes coming down the line in 2026! Season 3 of the podcast features topics like Multicultural Unity in the Church, Body Image and Eating Disorders, Cultivating Faith for Working Moms, and paring down the family calendars for busy and overwhelmed moms! Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: Jeremiah 6:16 Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.      To find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org.  
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    10 min