Raising kids can leave your marriage running on fumes. In this episode of Date Night with the Woods, Tony and Bre share how intentional getaways helped them reconnect spiritually, emotionally, and physically during the chaos of early parenting.

Tony and Bre count down their Top 10 Christmas Movies! From cozy classics to family-friendly favorites, they share the films that bring joy, laughter, and gospel-centered meaning to the season.

Tony and Bre open the curtain on a part of Bre’s life many listeners don’t know about—her weekly, intentional discipleship with young moms and ministry wives. From the women who shaped Bre’s walk with Christ to the lessons she now passes on, this conversation is full of warmth, wisdom, and practical guidance for anyone wanting to disciple or be discipled.

Tony and Bre look back on their Top 10 blessings of 2025. From restored relationships, to meaningful moments with their kids, to the unexpected ways God carried them through both joy and hardship this year. Some of their highlights were light and fun, others were stretching, but each one reminded them of God’s steady faithfulness. This episode is meant to help you slow down, breathe a little, and remember what God has done in your own life this year. Maybe it’ll even spark a conversation or a gratitude list of your own. 💛 

Being a mom of little ones can make time in God’s Word feel impossible. Between sleepless nights, crying toddlers, and endless dishes, how do you stay spiritually grounded when life never slows down?

Being a mom of little ones can make time in God’s Word feel impossible. Between sleepless nights, crying toddlers, and endless dishes, how do you stay spiritually grounded when life never slows down?

Not every wrong action from a child is rebellion. Sometimes it’s simple immaturity, other times it’s outright defiance. In this episode, we look at what the Bible says about folly versus rebellion, how parents can discern the difference, and why using clear, consistent consequences helps guide children toward wisdom and godliness.

Gentle parenting claims children are inherently good and discipline should be avoided, but the Bible says children are born with a sin nature and need loving correction. In this episode, we contrast gentle parenting with God’s design, showing how Scripture calls parents to guide, correct, and train their children toward holiness and godliness. 

What books should every Christian couple have on their shelf? In this episode, we share our top recommendations for men, women, and couples, covering discipleship, marriage, parenting, and spiritual growth. From classics like Pilgrim’s Progress and Knowing God to practical guides like Disciplines of a Godly Man and The Excellent Wife, discover resources that will strengthen your faith, your marriage, and your family legacy.

Marriage vows are tested most deeply in sickness. In this episode, we share our own journey of walking through illness, the sacrifices it requires, and how to love your spouse when they can no longer give back. Be encouraged to keep your vows faithfully, find strength in God’s Word, and cherish the covenant you made, “in sickness and in health."

What happens when a structured “doer” marries a spontaneous “dreamer”? Personality differences can enrich your marriage, or cause constant frustration. In this episode, Tony and Bre share biblical wisdom on how to understand your spouse, embrace your differences, and avoid the common mistake of excusing sin as “just the way I am.”

Public schools in California and other progressive states are no longer simply teaching academics, they’re actively stripping parents of their God-given role. From hiding critical information about gender identity, to promoting LGBT curriculum, to allowing abortion pills for minors without parental consent, the state is claiming authority over your children’s hearts, minds, and bodies. 

In this episode of Date Night with the Woods, we unpack the biblical mandate for parents to be the primary disciplers of their children (Deuteronomy 6, Proverbs 22, Ephesians 6), and we expose how modern legislation is undermining that role. We’ll also share practical options for homeschooling, private schooling, and church-based education, and encourage moms and dads who feel overwhelmed by this fight.

Marriage isn’t a movie, and intimacy isn’t always easy. From pregnancy and illness to exhaustion and unmet expectations, every couple faces seasons where physical intimacy is difficult. In this episode, we unpack 1 Corinthians 7, discuss how to pursue God-honoring intimacy, and offer practical encouragement for couples navigating these real-life challenges.

In this conversation, we sit down with our college-age son to reflect on what we did right and wrong as parents. From his struggles with assurance of salvation to navigating independence, faith, and cultural pressures as a Gen Zer, we hope this episode encourages both parents and young adults in this launching phase of life.`

What should you do when your child says, “I believe in Jesus”? In this episode, we walk through how Christian parents can lovingly respond to their child’s profession of faith, without crushing it or rushing it. Learn how to fan the flame, walk with wisdom, and trust God with your child’s soul. 

Online sermons and social media can be helpful, but they can also quietly steal our hearts from the local church. In this episode, we talk about the importance of staying rooted in your church family, the dangers of digital discipleship, and why your kids need to see you prioritize Sunday mornings. 

A growing challenge for Christian parents is responding to kids who walk away from their Christian instruction to enter a LGBTQ lifestyle. How do parents respond? Why do parents feel shame? Is there a way to love without indicating acceptance? Join Tony and Bre for this sensitive subject so many families face.

Is porn really a disease, or is that just what the therapy industry wants you to believe? In this powerful interview, Dr. Greg Gifford challenges the secular psychological model that treats porn addiction like a brain disorder, arguing instead for a biblical view of the heart, sin, and true transformation. From parenting advice to marriage restoration, Dr. Gifford equips you to see through the lies and fight back with truth.

This episode isn’t just about sin, it’s about hope, healing, and seeing the glory of God as better than any counterfeit pleasure.

Not all “Christian” media is created equal—and it’s not just about what’s on screen, but also what’s behind it. In this episode, we dive into the influence of Christian films like The Chosen, The Passion of the Christ, Prince of Egypt, and more. Should we show these to our kids? Can they help or harm our understanding of Jesus? What’s the role of artistic license, and where should we draw the line?

In this episode, Tony and Bre discuss how families can make a positive impact on their neighborhoods during the Easter season, along with creative advice on involving children in meaningful traditions that focus on Christ’s hope and resurrection.