Raising Godly Girls Podcast
Episode 242

Bridging the Generational Gap with Your Girl

“Mom, it’s not the 1900s anymore.” If you’ve ever heard a variation of this phrase from your daughter, you’re not alone. While each generation brings its own slang, styles, and standards, the gap between “then” and “now” can either divide us—or become fertile ground for discipleship. In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose lean into the tension many families feel across generations, offering insight, laughter, and wisdom to help you connect more deeply with your daughter. 

This conversation is part of our special week on Multi-Generational Ministry, and today’s episode explores how parents can resist the pull of presentism—the assumption that today’s ideas are inherently better—and instead practice humility, curiosity, and Christlike love across generational lines. You’ll hear stories about misunderstood YouTube trends and lively car conversations that became spiritual breakthroughs, plus practical tools for navigating those head-to-head moments with grace instead of frustration. 

You’ll also hear a thought-provoking Raising Godly Girls Minute from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus, Patti Garibay, reminding us that while younger and older generations may approach the world differently, unity is possible when all are rooted in the pure Gospel of Jesus. When your daughter knows she’s both seen and guided, she’s more likely to extend the same grace back to you—and to her generation. 

If you’re parenting a Gen Z or Gen Alpha girl and wondering how to build trust, foster understanding, and grow in faith together, this episode offers a refreshing, Gospel-centered perspective on what it means to bridge the generational divide in your home. 

Scriptures Referenced: 

• Mark 12:30–31  

• Deuteronomy 7:9  

• Titus 2:1–8  

Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.  

To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

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