{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"242. Faith, Family, and the Songs That Heal: A Conversation with Angie Killian","description":"Making Jesus Famous One Song at a Time with Angie Killian This week, Melissa sits down with award-winning songwriter and composer Angie Killian, whose music has touched millions of hearts around the world. Angie\u2019s songs \u2014 like her viral hit \u201cMy Own Sacred Grove\u201d \u2014 have been streamed over 30 million times and translated into dozens of languages, inspiring faith, joy, and connection in homes everywhere. But Angie\u2019s story didn\u2019t start with fame or recognition. It began in the quiet moments of motherhood \u2014 rocking a newborn in the middle of the night, wrestling with exhaustion and postpartum depression, and hearing a simple melody that became her lifeline. That small spark of light led Angie to write songs for her children about Jesus, love, and hope \u2014 songs that would eventually bless families all over the world. Melissa and Angie dive deep into the power of music \u2014 especially for children. Angie shares how melodies and lyrics can plant truth deep in a child\u2019s heart and why music is one of the most powerful tools parents can use to teach faith. She offers practical ideas for families who want to bring more music into their homes \u2014 from listening in the car to singing together at bedtime or joining a local children\u2019s choir. They also explore what it looks like to balance motherhood and creative callings. Angie opens up about the guilt she once felt spending time on her music instead of chores or endless to-do lists \u2014 and how she came to realize that pursuing her God-given gifts made her a more joyful, grounded mom. From writing songs during nap times to her new preschool project Tiny Disciple Songs, Angie\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that light often breaks through in unexpected places \u2014 and that creativity, faith, and motherhood can coexist beautifully.   LINKS: All Links Family Brand!  stan.store\/familybrand familybrand.com\/quiz familybrand.com\/retreats.    Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 \u2013 Introduction: Melissa shares how she discovered Angie\u2019s music 02:00 \u2013 The piano over countertops story: a mom\u2019s early sacrifice for music 04:00 \u2013 How a sleepless night sparked Angie\u2019s songwriting journey 06:00 \u2013 Writing songs for her children through postpartum depression 08:00 \u2013 Learning the craft of songwriting and sharing vulnerable work 10:00 \u2013 How music shaped her family life \u2014 and how her kids now sing with her  13:00 \u2013 The joy of raising musical children and creating together 14:30 \u2013 Why children\u2019s songs hold unique power for faith and memory 16:00 \u2013 Practical ways to use music as a spiritual teaching tool in your home 18:00 \u2013 Finding balance between sports, choir, and faith-based activities 20:00 \u2013 The rise of Christian music in the mainstream (and why it matters) 23:00 \u2013 CCM vs. Worship: understanding modern Christian music 24:00 \u2013 Angie\u2019s favorite songs and how \u201cI Am Thankful\u201d came to life 25:00 \u2013 \u201cMaking Jesus Famous\u201d \u2014 her mission behind the music 27:00 \u2013 The miracle behind My Own Sacred Grove and trusting God\u2019s timing 30:00 \u2013 Navigating creativity, family, and guilt as a mom 32:00 \u2013 Why pursuing your calling makes you a better parent 33:00 \u2013 What\u2019s next: Holy Road, Wonderfully Made, and Tiny Disciple Songs 35:00 \u2013 Final thoughts and Melissa\u2019s reflections on using music to teach faith     ","author_name":"Family Brand: Take Back Your Family","author_url":"https:\/\/familybrand.com\/","html":"