About this episode

The episode discusses how to raise daughters who love God while being responsible citizens in a complex cultural landscape.

In a time when conversations about patriotism can feel complicated and even divisive, many Christian families are asking an important question: How do we raise daughters who love God first while also faithfully stewarding their role as citizens? In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast , Melissa Bearden sits down with actress , author, and Constituting America F ounder Janine Turner for a timely and meaningful conversation about faith, freedom, and the responsibility of citizenship. As the United States approaches its 250 th anniversary, this discussion invites families to reflect on the blessings of liberty, the importance of understanding our nation's history, and the role the next generation will play in shaping its future. Together, Melissa and Janine explore how parents can guide their daughters through today's cultural tensions with wisdom and grace—helping them engage thoughtfully without losing sight of their identity in Christ. They also discuss why so few nations endure for centuries, what has sustained the United States thus far, and how Christian families can intentionally prepare girls to be leaders who value truth, humility, and service. This episode also…

People in this episode

Host: Melissa Bearden

Guest: Janine Turner

Topics covered

• faith
• freedom
• citizenship
• patriotism
• civic education
• leadership

Keywords

• faith
• freedom
• citizenship
• patriotism
• civic education
• leadership
• Christian families
• daughters

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Constituting America

Places: United States

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