This week we’re diving into something every family longs for...Joy. I’m joined by Tauren Wells, and we’re talking about how to create a home filled with lasting joy, not just fleeting happiness. We unpack what it looks like to live out the beatitudes, how our identity shapes our parenting, and why emotional health matters so much in our homes.

Here are four key takeaways from this episode:

• Joy > Happiness, Tauren reminds us that true joy is rooted in Jesus—not in perfect circumstances.
• Knowing who we are in Christ helps us parent from a place of peace, not pressure.
• Creating a peaceful home means modeling grace and leading with humility—even in conflict.
• We talk about the importance of letting our kids (and ourselves) feel emotions and grow from them.

Tauren Wells is a Grammy-nominated Christian artist, pastor, and speaker known for blending powerful music with deep biblical truth. He’s passionate about helping people find purpose, identity, and joy in Christ and that passion shines through in both his music and his message to families.

This episode will leave you feeling encouraged, equipped, and ready to build a home full of the kind of joy that lasts. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

(02:57) Understanding Joy and Happiness

(05:51) The Beatitudes: A Path to True Happiness

(08:45) Identity vs. Activity in Parenting

(12:03) The Role of Peacemaking in Families

(14:59) Navigating Emotions with Children

(18:06) Creating a Peaceful Home Environment

(21:02) The Importance of Emotional Awareness

(24:01) Encouragement for Parents Seeking Joy

Connect with Tauren

Tauren’s website

Tauren’s podcasts

Instagram

Resources mentioned

Joy Bomb book

Marriage Simplified

Christian Parenting resources

The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org