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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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Giving our kids words for their faith through liturgical prayer with Doug McKelvey →
In this episode, Doug McKelvey shares how prayer and liturgy can become powerful tools for discipling kids through all of lifes stages, but specifically the transition to adulthood.
We talk about the value of written prayers alongside spontaneous prayer, how ancient rhythms can help reorient our hearts in a noisy world, and why giving our kids words for their faith matters more than we might realize. We also discuss the challenge of releasing control as parents and learning to trust God with our childrens stories in every season.
Doug is the author of the Every Moment Holy series, including his newest book, Rites of Passage, which offers liturgies designed to support young adults as they navigate life, identity, and faith.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Doug McKelvey
(02:57) The Journey of Every Moment Holy
(06:07) The Relevance of Ancient Prayers
(08:55) The Shift in Prayer Practices
(12:11) The Impact of Written Prayers
(14:57) Supporting Young Adults in Transition
(18:04) The Role of Parents in Young Adult Faith
(21:06) Trusting God in Parenting
(23:54) Conclusion and Resources
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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How God changes our parenting over time with Kelly Karpe and Kate Hann →
In this episode, I sit down with my two closest friends, Kelly Karpe and Kate Hann, for an honest conversation about how our parenting has changed over time.
We talk about the expectations we had as young moms, how God reshaped our hearts through different seasons, and what it looks like to release control and trust God more as our kids grow.
These women have known me for a long time, so we share personal stories about comparison, surrender, friendship in motherhood, the importance of community in raising kids who love Jesus, and our hopes for our families in the years ahead.
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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How to prioritize your time without guilt as your kids grow Sarah Colbert →
What do you do with yourself as your kids get older and your roles and rhythms begin to change? Parenting our kids while managing the shifting seasons of motherhood can feel overwhelming and weird!
In this episode, Sarah Colbert shares wisdom on navigating time, identity, and priorities in the in-between years of parenting. We talk about how to balance caring for yourself, your family, and the everyday responsibilities of life, why so many moms feel stretched thin in this season, and how small, consistent changes can lead to meaningful transformation.
Sarah is the host of the Balanced Mom Life podcast and encourages moms to prioritize their time with purpose and without guilt as their kids grow and become more independent.
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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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
Prefer video? Find this and other episodes on YouTube!
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.
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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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