Built For More
Welcome to the Built for More Podcast, hosted by Eric and Lindsay Parks. We dive into the heart of family, faith, and meaningful relationships. Through honest conversations, biblical perspective, and real-life stories, we explore what it looks like to build a lasting foundation for a life "built for more." Whether you’re married, parenting, or just navigating life with others, this podcast is here to encourage and equip you.
Episodes
21 episodes
20 | Stepping Out In Faith: We're Selling Our Forever Home
In this episode, we share the story behind a surprising decision— selling our “forever home” we built just three years ago. What led us here were two convictions: a desire for financial freedom and a call to obey God’s leading, even when ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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46:21
19 | Living With a Grateful Heart
In this episode, we reflect on the tragic passing of Charlie Kirk, reminding us how fragile life is and why we must not take a single day for granted. We explore what it means to live with a grateful heart— through birthdays, aging, hardship, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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26:06
18 | Interruptions or Invitations? Rethinking Hospitality
In this episode, we unpack the true meaning of hospitality— not just hosting guests in our homes, but living with a posture that sees and values others. We explore the tension between convenient, planned opportunities for hospitality and the ev...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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23:44
17 | Senior Year— Holding On, Letting Go
Walking through senior year as a parent is a mix of joy, sadness, pride, and release. In this episode, we share what we learned when our oldest graduated high school a couple years ago and how we're approaching it again with our second son. Fro...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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26:20
16 | Modeling Healthy Habits: Talking With Teens About Alcohol
In a follow-up to last week's interview with our college-aged son, we're taking a parent's perspective on alcohol. From our family backgrounds to the way we now (try to!) model healthy habits, we share biblical wisdom and some practical tools f...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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30:05
15 | From Our Side & His: Sending a Kid Off to College (Part 2) — From Our Son's Perspective
Parents, cover your ears—this one's for the kids! Well...not exactly, but we are handing the mic to our oldest son for part two of the "Sending a Kid Off to College" series. He shares what it was like stepping onto campus for the first...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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27:19
14 | From Our Side & His: Sending a Kid Off to College (Part 1) — What Parents Really Feel
We’re kicking off a special two-part episode all about sending a kid off to college— stories from both sides! In Part 1, we share our perspective as parents on the emotions of letting go, the challenge of trusting God with your college...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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23:56
13 | Bringing Calm To The Chaos: A Back-to-School Pep Talk
The back-to-school chaos is real! With our kids returning to the classroom this week, we're doing our best to bring some calm to the crazy! From Sunday planning and peaceful mornings to light-hearted drop-offs and family dinners, we're sharing ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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26:53
12 | Live Like It Matters: Reflections From A 20-Year Class Reunion
At Eric’s recent 20-year medical school reunion, we did not expect to leave feeling so sobered—and so inspired. In this episode, we share powerful stories of love through suffering, legacies shaped by quiet faithfulness, and how easily life can...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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24:49
11 | Walking With Weight: Rucking Beneath Life's Heavy Burdens
Life isn't always a casual stroll — sometimes it feels like we are rucking uphill with a pack full of burdens we did not ask for. In this episode, we share how turning our evening walks into rucks led us to reflect on the many heavy loads we ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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22:01
10 | Top 10 Truths About Big Families (That Every Family Understands!)
In this special 10th episode, we are celebrating with a fun and honest look at what life's really like in a big family — and how most of it applies to every family. From a grocery budget that rivals a mortgage to laundry piles th...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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21:16
9 | What Will You Pass Down That Cannot Be Spent?
With the recent passing of Eric's grandmother, we reflect on what truly matters when it comes to legacy— the kind that doesn't show up in a will or get spent. In this episode, we talk about spiritual inheritance: what it means to pass down sinc...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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28:13
8 | Shark in the Water!
Thinking about our recent family beach vacation, we dive into a powerful beachside metaphor: the shark in the water. When danger is near, why do we linger instead of run? Drawing from real-life moments, Scripture, and honest reflection, we expl...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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27:54
7 | Speak Life: How Words Build a Home
This week we're talking about the power of words in the home- how they create a strong base for trust, lasting relationships, and a culture centered on love. We share how we talk honestly with our kids about everything, from relationships to re...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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31:36
6 | How Are You...Really? The Friendships That Keep Us Grounded
In this episode, we talk about the kind of deep, authentic friendships that bring encouragement, accountability, and real growth. We share personal stories and unpack why these relationships are worth pursuing. Whether you're craving connection...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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29:58
5 | Why Do We Even Try? The Chaos & Beauty of Family Vacations
Vacations with kids are rarely picture-perfect—but they’re almost always unforgettable. In this episode, we share hilarious and heartfelt stories from our own family getaways, from lost children and jellyfish stings to broken bones and rainstor...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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22:14
4 | The Quiet Prompt You Can't Shake
In this episode, we share the story of when Eric felt led to attend seminary (with 5 kids and a full time job!)-- a step taken in faith, full of questions and uncertainty about what would come next. We talk about the fear that often comes...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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23:08
3 | Expectations vs. Reality in Parenting
What does it mean to be a "successful" parent? In this episode, we wrestle with that question, share how we're learning to love our kids through the hard moments, and talk about why grace and perspective matter more than perfection. Parenting i...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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36:32
2 | Faith & Marriage: Building Something That Lasts
Marriage doesn't thrive by accident- it takes intentionality, communication, and a whole lot of grace. In this episode, we share part of our story- 22 years of marriage, 5 kids, and the unique challenges and joys that have come with both. We'll...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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43:53
1 | Meet the Parks: Our Faith & Family Journey
In this first episode, we (Eric and Lindsay) introduced ourselves, share a bit of our story, and talk about why we are launching this podcast. With 5 kids, 22 years of marriage, and a whole lot of life in between, we've had plenty of experience...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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26:11