Are your holidays going to include some "stranger things?" In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are diving into a topic every Christian family wrestles with—what should we be watching? You'll get honest suggestions on navigating entertainment choices in a world that's constantly pushing boundaries.

Steve shares why he loves certain shows despite their controversial elements, while Mary explains why she draws hard lines on what comes into her home. They discuss the difference between being overly religious and being wisely discerning about what to allow into your mind and heart.

Whether you're a parent trying to set healthy boundaries for your kids, struggling with what's "too much" for your family, or just tired of every show pushing an agenda you don't agree with, this conversation will help you think through how to protect your home while staying grounded in biblical wisdom, not fear.

00:00 Introduction
03:22 Stranger Things - Good or Bad?
05:15 Should Christians Watch Scary Things?
07:30 Harry Potter, Wicked & The Magic Debate
10:44 When Hollywood Corrupts Good Stories
16:26 Setting Healthy Standards
19:00 Family Programming and the LGBTQ Agenda
25:24 True Crime vs. Fictional Horror
29:04 Halloween & Family Boundaries
33:03 Creating Culture in Your Home
37:02 "As For Me and My House"
40:00 Protecting Without Condemning
42:00 When the Holy Spirit Convicts You
44:40 Trust the Lord

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