Social @ 16
American Surgeon General Vivek Murthy gave this statement while discussing the “loneliness epidemic” on CNN: “I, personally, based on the data I’ve seen, believe that 13 is too early … It’s a time where it’s really important for us to be thoughtful about what’s going into how they think about their own self-worth and their […]
Video Games Are Not The Same
There is a reason so many of us hesitate to draw hard lines around video games in our homes. We remember the joy of our childhood games of stacking falling blocks in Tetris, chomping ghosts in Pac-Man, bouncing on Bowser’s head in Super Mario Bros., or maybe even crushing it in Wii Tennis. It was […]
Parents Have an iPad Problem
There is no denying that modern technologies make life more convenient for parents. Apps allow parents to buy with next-day delivery, schedule a doctor’s appointment, and order groceries. But let’s be real: convenient parenting does not always mean better parenting. The convenience of iPads (and your smartphone) has led to their use as pacifiers and […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Minecraft
Maybe you’ve heard of a video game called Minecraft. It’s a sandbox (open-ended) game where players can explore and create freely without set goals. Originally released in 2009, Microsoft (Xbox) purchased the game for $2.5 billion in 2014. It boasts around 200 million active monthly players, and its mobile app version generated $43.14 million in […]
The Scientific Reasons to Delay iPads
Handing a young child a tablet for entertainment is so effective that you might think it’s harmless. Science paints a different picture, however. More and more research confirms that early and frequent screen use can hinder a child’s development in many measurable ways. From speech delays and lack of focus to irritability and disrupted sleep, […]
The Spiritual Reasons to Delay iPads
The conversation around screen time for kids often focuses on brain development, sleep quality, and academic performance. But for Christian parents, there is a deeper and more eternal concern: the state of our children’s hearts. Technology is not morally neutral—it shapes how children see the world, themselves, and even God. If our goal is to […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Meditation Apps
Meditation and prayer apps have exploded in popularity. Are they all the same? Are they biblical? Here’s what Christian parents need to know.
Brave Parenting Guide to Telegram
Telegram is a free messaging app. Its aesthetic is playful and juvenile – does that mean its safe for kids? Our guide explains it all.
How Your Church Can Take a Biblical Approach to Media & Technology
Online media and technologies are shaping the minds and hearts of people both inside and outside the church. If the church is called to be “set apart,” we must approach media and technology not with passivity or imitation but with wisdom, intentionality, and biblical conviction. Churches today have a unique opportunity and responsibility to model […]
Adding Friction to Your Phone: Realigning Your Smartphone Habits
Adding friction to your smartphone is biblically beneficial and constructive.
Brave Parenting Guide to Chick-fil-A Play
Chick-fil-A is now in the entertainment business. As a brand, they are creating original content in shows, games, music, and podcasts and showcasing it in their new app, Chick-fil-A Play. The chicken-loving world has some questions: Do we need another gaming/entertainment app? Does Chik-fil-A’s entertainment hold up to the faith-filled and family-driven values the restaurant […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Character.ai
Character.ai is a platform designed for role-playing conversations with chatbots simulating a large variety of characters. According to 2024 analytics: the platform has more than 20 million users 60% of users are between the age of 18-24. (No data for those under 18?) Users spend an average of 2 hours/day on the platform the platform’s […]
Peace Amidst Political Chaos: Less Media More Scripture
The cultural moment of political chaos and 24/7 news has left parents anxious, angry, and fearful. There’s one way to find peace: start with Scripture.
Brave Parenting Guide to Gauth (AI Study Companion)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and learning have a tumultuous relationship, to say the least. AI makes learning so easy…or does it? Is there actual learning occurring on an AI study app like Gauth? Or is it simply doing the work for you? When it comes to kids, AI and learning can hardly compete. Kids will inevitably […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Minno – Kids Bible Videos
Minno is a streaming platform for Bible and faith-based children’s entertainment. Minno’s website claims they are “the leading voice around the globe for using media to spark kids’ imaginations and curiosity around God and the Bible.” With so much of a child’s life already supplemented (and supplanted) by a screen, is a Bible-based entertainment platform […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Old School Summers
Screens have desecrated one of the most cherished parts of childhood: summer. As some of the last parents who grew up with an analog summer, we believe it is important to keep the screen-free spirit alive today by implementing ‘Old School Summer’ activities. Now, why do you need a guide for this? Because screens are […]
Brave Parenting Guide to AI Robots for Kids
Children are a target audience for innovation because technology companies gain customers for life if they hook them young. AI (Smart) Robots are the next big thing. Forget about the Digimons and Furbies of the past. These are intelligent, semi-humanoid robotic companions that supposedly educate, emotionally support, and enrich childhood – without your help. Here […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Chatbot Therapy Apps
What is “Chatbot Therapy”? Chatbot Therapy is AI-powered mental health care. It generally serves as a substitute for in-person or tele-health style live counseling traditionally provided by another human – not just any human, but one who is educated, trained, licensed, and experienced in providing mental health care and counseling to individuals in need. AI […]
Brave Parenting Guide to the Bible Chat App
Since OpenAi’s public release of their GPT-3 and GPT-4 Large Language Models (LLMs), the digital landscape has transformed. There is nothing left untouched by this revolutionary AI technology – including Bible Apps. Here are five facts every parent needs to know about the Bible Chat app. #1 What is Bible Chat? Just as the name […]
AI & Kids: Top Concerns Parents Need to Know
Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a tech buzzword. It is here and powerfully changing how our kids learn, socialize, and develop. From chatbots that act like best friends to algorithms that know our children better than we do, AI is shaping a world most parents never imagined growing up. Kids using AI poses real […]
Brave Parenting Guide to Replika
The original “AI companion chatbot” app has grown in popularity as AI technology continues to advance. Replika can easily fly under parents’ radar; here are five facts every parent needs to know about this app. #1 Virtual AI Companion Replika takes the anthropomorphism of AI chatbots to the furthest level possible. It is an […]