Sintra International Christian Academy

As a parent, you are not just raising children—you are waging war for their hearts in prayer. The world will try to shape them, but your prayers can cover them in God’s protection, wisdom, and grace. “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” (James 5:16). When you pray for your children, you are standing in the gap, fighting battles they may not even see, and calling on the One who holds their future.

We know that it matters who our kids play with, what adults they hang around, the environments they're in....

But what most parents miss is the voices from entertainment and media.

There's a reason social media influencers are called "influencers". It's because they are literally influencing their followers to make decisions in how they dress, the hobbies they invest in, the things they buy, the phrases they say. How many times has your child asked you for a toy or sparked an interest in a game or hobby that seems totally out of the blue? It's likely this came from an influencer they or their friends follow.

The good news is you DO have a say in the voices that are speaking into your child's life. And we have some pretty well-vetted voices to offer. Mr. Whittaker, Connie, Eugene, and a host of other characters from our Adventures in Odyssey episodes have brought over 9,000 children to Christ every year through their compelling adventures.

With hundreds of episodes spanning generations, Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas have been bringing families together during car rides, bedtime routines, and time at home. Its storytelling is designed to help kids grow in faith while bringing families closer together - not just keep kids entertained.

Now, we're taking the next big step in bringing the faith-filled adventures of the Adventures in Odyssey cast - we're hitting the movie theatres! But we need your help - check out the link below to learn how YOU can help us!

Human beings who have survived hard times are tougher, more resilient, and more compassionate than those who have yet to experience difficulties and pain. You might remember that concept the next time your family is battling adversity.

Parents who are indulgent with their youngsters deprive them of the guidance, discipline, and boundaries that are necessary for healthy development. Children need firm leadership from the moment of birth onward, and trying to avoid conflict by being permissive has a name. It is called appeasement, and it never works in human affairs.