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As believing parents, we know how important it is to raise our kids with love and intentionality. We want to give our kids a full picture of God's love for them every day! But some days, it's really hard! We are stretched thin, tired, and often feel unequipped. The Christian Parenting Podcast gives parents the space and resources to set aside perfection and grow into the perfectly imperfect parents God made them to be.
Join host Steph Thurling and her guests as they discuss practical tips and spiritual guidance for your parenting journey.
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Why our kids need discomfort to grow with David Thomas and Sissy Goff →
Raising kids who are confident, resilient, and grounded in their faith is a deep desire for most parents, but in todays world, it can feel like were constantly pulled between protecting our kids and preparing them for real life.
In this episode, Steph sits down with Sissy Goff and David Thomas to talk about what they call a crisis of capability in kids today. Steph, Sissy, and David talk about how our desire to keep kids happy can sometimes work against their long-term growth. They discuss the importance of allowing discomfort, setting boundaries, and helping kids build the skills they need to face life with confidence.
Sissy and David are counselors, speakers, and co-hosts of the Raising Boys & Girls Podcast. Together, theyve spent over 30 years working with kids and families. Their new book, Capable, offers practical tools, encouragement, and over 100 exercises to help parents raise kids who are ready for lifes challenges.
Resources Mentioned
Moms, Dads, and Grads Gift Guide
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The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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Raising Kids with Character in an Entitled World with Monica Swanson →
As part of our Best of The Christian Parenting Podcast series, were revisiting some of our most helpful and encouraging conversations for families.
In a culture that often encourages entitlement, many parents wonder how to raise kids who are grateful, responsible, and grounded in strong character.
In this episode, Monica Swanson joins the conversation to talk about practical ways parents can push back against entitlement at home. We discuss the importance of teaching responsibility, giving kids opportunities to work hard, and helping them develop a genuine heart of gratitude.
Monica is an author, speaker, and host of The Monica Swanson Podcast, where she shares practical wisdom on raising kids with faith, character, and resilience.
Connect with Monica
Resources Mentioned
Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World
Moms, Dads, and Grads Gift Guide
The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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Healing, boundaries, and raising emotionally healthy kids with Melanie Shankle →
As part of our Best of The Christian Parenting Podcast series, were revisiting some of our most helpful and encouraging conversations for families.
Raising emotionally healthy kids often begins with doing our own work as parents. When we address our own wounds and learn to set healthy boundaries, we create a stronger foundation for our children.
In this episode, Melanie Shankle shares insights on generational patterns, emotional healing, and the impact relationships can have on young girls. We also talk about how parents can help their kids navigate friendship challenges, like mean-girl culture, while modeling emotional health at home.
Melanie is a bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Big Boo Cast. Her book Here Be Dragons explores the importance of healing, boundaries, and building healthier relationships.
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Resources mentioned:
The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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Discipling our kids doesnt have to be intimidating with Sarah Holmstrom →
As part of our Best of The Christian Parenting Podcast series, were revisiting some of our most helpful and encouraging conversations for families.
Discipling our kids to know, love, and follow Jesus is one of the most important callings of Christian parenting, but it can also feel complex and uncertain.
In this episode, Sarah Holmstrom shares wisdom on what discipleship can look like in everyday family life. We talk about how to approach discipleship with kids who have different personalities, what daily faith formation can look like at home, and why praying for our children truly matters.
Sarah and Steph also share personal experiences from their years of ministry encouraging families to make prayer and spiritual growth a natural part of the rhythms of home life.
Sarah serves alongside Steph in the ministry Raising Prayerful Kids, and they co-authored the book of the same name, helping parents nurture a culture of prayer in their homes.
Connect with Sarah:
Website: www.raisingprayerfulkids.com
Social media:
@sarahmholmstrom
@raisingprayerfulkids
Resources mentioned:
Get the digital Discipleship Simplified guide
The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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How understanding God's character changes our parenting with Ruth Chou Simons →
As part of our Best of The Christian Parenting Podcast series, were revisiting some of our most helpful and encouraging conversations for families.
Many parents feel the pressure to control outcomes, do everything perfectly, and make sure their kids turn out right. But the Christian life, and parenting within it, is ultimately a journey of trusting God.
In this episode, Ruth Chou Simons shares encouragement for parents who want to root their lives and families more deeply in Gods character. We talk about why following Jesus often feels like a pilgrimage, how time in Gods Word shapes our hearts, and why releasing control and striving can open the door to deeper faith.
Ruth is a bestselling author, artist, speaker, and mom of six boys. Her book Pilgrim: 25 Ways Gods Character Leads Us Onward explores how understanding who God is helps guide us forward in faith and everyday life.
Connect With Ruth
- @ruthchousimons
- @gracelaced
- www.gracelaced.com
- https://pilgrimbook.com/
Resources mentioned:
The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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