Episode 16 explores how to make your home a fun and joyful place. Danny and his sons talk about why laughter, play, and shared time matter, reminding parents that broken things can be replaced but time with children and grandchildren cannot. Along the way they share how investing intentional time together has made their homes places where kids, and even their friends, love to be. Join the huddle: vist.ly/57sfk

The goal of parenting is not simply protecting your children while they are under your roof. It is preparing them to follow Christ when they leave it. ㅤ In this episode of Akin Huddle about guiding youth through social media, Nathan Akin explains why parents must press into relationships with their children, building trust and wisdom that will help them navigate challenges long after they leave home. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Many parents regret giving their children access to social media too early. Few regret waiting. In this episode of Akin Huddle about guiding youth through social media, Paul Akin encourages parents to think carefully about technology, online habits, and the long-term impact of a digital footprint. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

This episode continues the Akins' conversation on social media, focusing on how parents can wisely navigate phones, devices, and apps with their children. Danny and his four sons share what they've learned about delaying smartphones and social media, setting clear boundaries, and preparing kids to make godly decisions for the day they leave home. Before digging in, the family opens with a lively round of favorite NBA playoff moments, from Michael Jordan's flu game to Willis Reed's legendary limp onto the court. Join the huddle: vist.ly/56xvb

The Southern Baptist Convention matters because the mission matters. In this episode of Akin Huddle about the upcoming SBC Annual Meeting, Danny Akin reflects on the highlights of the Convention, from commissioning missionaries and reconnecting with ministry partners to participating in the decisions that shape Southern Baptist cooperation. Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

The Southern Baptist Convention is more than an annual meeting. It is a partnership for the sake of the gospel. In this episode of Akin Huddle about the upcoming Southern Baptist Convention, Jonathan Akin explains why he values gathering with fellow Southern Baptists, participating in important decisions, and stewarding a cooperative mission that advances the Great Commission. Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

This episode gathers the five Akins to talk about the Southern Baptist Convention. After swapping favorite and funny convention memories, they look ahead to SBC 2026, walking through the presidential election between Josh Powell and Willie Rice and the proposed Mohler amendment on the role of women in pastoral ministry. The conversation closes by returning to the heart of it all, why the SBC exists in the first place: fulfilling the Great Commission and getting the gospel to the nations. Join the huddle: vist.ly/56cs2

Before you post, it is worth asking what your words are revealing about your heart. ㅤ In this episode of Akin Huddle on navigating social media, Nathan Akin shares seven questions Christians should ask themselves about their online presence, their witness, and the way they use their words. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Social media can quietly shape your identity before you even realize it. ㅤ In this episode of Akin Huddle about navigating social media wisely, Tim Akin explains how comparison and the fear of missing out can distort identity, steal contentment, and leave people dissatisfied with the life God has given them. ㅤㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Episode thirteen opens with the brothers reliving Dan Hurley's now-infamous near-headbutt of a referee at the end of the UConn-Duke Elite Eight game, before turning to the main topic of how Christians should think about social media. The brothers share how each of them personally navigates platforms like X, Facebook, and Instagram, with Tim explaining why he stepped away entirely and Dad reflecting on the pros and cons that led him to do the same. They discuss the dangers of doom scrolling, comparison, identity formation, and platforming voices that tear others down, and they offer practical questions to help listeners evaluate whether their own social media use is honoring Christ. Join the huddle: vist.ly/55dj9

Avoiding hard conversations will not prepare your children for the world they are growing up in. ㅤ In this episode of Akin Huddle about having the talk with your kids, Jonathan Akin encourages parents to engage early, speak honestly, and trust that those conversations can strengthen their relationship with their children. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Parents cannot afford to wait for hard conversations. In this episode of Akin Huddle, focused on having "the talk" with your kids, Paul Akin explains why parents should speak early, clearly, and biblically before culture shapes the conversation first. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

A consumer mindset will always weaken commitment to the local church. ㅤ Paul Akin encourages Christians to stop asking only what they can receive from a church and start asking how they can serve, contribute, and invest in the life of the body. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Choosing a church starts with knowing what a church believes. ㅤ In this episode of Akin Huddle, Danny Akin explains why a church’s confession of faith, preaching ministry, and commitment to discipleship matter when looking for a faithful local church. ㅤ Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Episode eleven centers on how to choose a local church, with practical wisdom drawn from years of ministry experience. The brothers discuss the marks of a healthy church to look for, the balance between finding a good fit for your family and serving where you're planted, and how to leave well when proximity, life stage, or new opportunities make a move necessary. Join the huddle: vist.ly/53rsf

Biblical manhood does not separate character from strength. In this week's episode on Biblical Manhood, Jonathan Akin talks about how true masculinity holds both together biblically, with a focus on serving and protecting others. Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

A culture of consumption will not form mature men. In this episode of Akin Huddle, Paul Akin calls families to train young men to take initiative, produce, and live with purpose rather than settling for passive entertainment. Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Episode ten gathers the five Akins for a conversation on biblical manhood and what it looks like to raise godly sons in a culture confused about masculinity. The brothers reflect on the non-negotiables of Christian manhood, push back against both passivity and posturing, and talk about cultivating courage, conviction, humility, and responsibility in their boys. Along the way they share a few stories from the basketball world, including Nate's time playing for UCLA's Mick Cronin at Murray State. Join the huddle: vist.ly/42vsx

Discipleship is not something you can delay. Nathan Akin calls parents to begin early and lead with purpose, trusting the Lord to shape their children for faithfulness in every season. Watch the conversation and join the huddle.

Where your child goes to school matters, but what shapes them most is what happens at home. In Akin Huddle, Jonathan Akin reminds parents that discipleship is not outsourced. Engaged parents and a faithful church life make the difference. Watch the conversation and join the huddle.