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The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kids

Steph Thurling
Parenting
Christian Parenting
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Christianity
Mental Health
Identity In Christ
Prayer
Community Support
Anxiety
Christian Faith
Family
Homeschooling
Family Dynamics
Christmas
Motherhood
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Marriage
Grief
Time Management
Discipleship

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 parent... more

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Latest Episodes

Every Christian parent wants to raise kids with a lasting faith, but with so much parenting advice available, it's easy to wonder where to focus your time and energy.

In this episode, Steph kicks off a special discipleship series by sitting down wit... more

The college years can be one of the most defining seasons in a young person's faith. So how can parents prepare their kids to stand firm long before they leave home?

In this episode, Steph sits down with longtime college ministry leader Paul Worcest... more

Have you ever received an answer to prayer only to discover it was much harder than you expected?

In this episode, author Melissa Miller talks about "change fatigue," the emotional exhaustion that can come even during the seasons we've prayed for.

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Artificial intelligence is changing the way our families learn, work, communicate, and even seek advice. For many parents, it feels like this technology appeared overnight, leaving us wondering how to help our kids navigate it wisely.

In this episod... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Worcester
Discipler of college students and trainer of campus ministry leaders
North American Mission Board
Episode: What college students need most spiritually with Paul Worcester
Melissa Miller
Author of 'but I prayed for this'
Author and Speaker
Episode: Why the things we pray for can still exhaust us with Melissa Miller
Ben Peterson
Combat veteran, founder of Engage Your Destiny, author of When Intelligence Isn't Human
Engage Your Destiny; Author
Episode: Should Christian Parents Be Worried About AI? With Ben Peterson
Jen Weaver
Bible teacher and author
Kingswell Kids Detective series
Episode: Helping Kids Experience God, Not Just Learn About Him with Jen Weaver and Gayle Veitenheimer
Gayle Veitenheimer
Bible teacher and author
Kingswell Kids Detective series
Episode: Helping Kids Experience God, Not Just Learn About Him with Jen Weaver and Gayle Veitenheimer
Scarlet Hiltibidal
New host of Part in the Mess, author, speaker
Christian Parenting Network
Episode: The Gospel for real-life parenting messes with Scarlet Hiltibidal
Kelly Edmiston
Lead pastor and author of Shame Free Sex Talks
Dr. Kelly Edmiston
Episode: How to talk to your kids about sex without shame with Kelly Edmiston
Abby Watchworth
Author of Help, I'm Ruining My Kids
Episode: You haven’t ruined your kids with Abbey Wedgeworth
Christy Thomas
Homeschool mom, author, and family discipleship advocate
Author of Everyday Prayers for Gentleness
Episode: Growing in gentleness when you’re tired and stretched thin with Christie Thomas

Host

Steph Thurling
Host of The Christian Parenting Podcast; leads thoughtful conversations with a focus on practical, faith-based parenting guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • Great Topic

    I really enjoyed another episode from this podcast, so thank you both for taking the time to share and encourage us parenting community, in the Lord! This was a thoughtful and practical episode piece which helped me understand the gospel centered goal of being a parent-to point our children to a perfect Savior.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carmen P 456
    United Statesa month ago
  • Grateful

    I just wanted to reach out and say how much this podcast means to me and my family! I appreciate how the guests and Steph are so down to earth. And I especially value that this podcast doesn’t add to my parenting plate rather I come away encouraged and receive practical tools I can use in my own home. Thank you Steph and all who contribute to this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaraNoelle32
    United Statesa month ago
  • Identity is so important

    Really enjoyed the series on identity and all those guests brought. Who we believe we are truly changes everything!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MOBILIZERMOM
    United States2 years ago
  • I kind of made this up

    Even if your going through a rough time and people are being rude don’t be recess or mean back and work it out 🤝🤜🏿🤛🏼📖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OG 2014527153826
    United States2 years ago
  • Parenting teens with Brad Griffin was so encouraging

    Thank you for putting out this good work into the world! I am so encouraged to become curious about my kids, to live authentically before them, and continue to foster partnerships and friendships with other adults in their lives!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daisyfd
    United States3 years ago

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Many say episodes feel relatable, encouraging, and not shaming for imperfect parenting.
Guests are described as knowledgeable and relatable, offering practical wisdom.
The show is cited as a trustworthy resource for raising kids with Christian values.
Fans appreciate the host's authentic and compassionate interviewing style.
Listeners praise the show for real, actionable parenting guidance rooted in faith.

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Why the things we pray for can still exhaust us with Melissa Miller
Q: How does faith interact with the emotional realities of parenting during big transitions?
She explains that scripture provides language for difficult seasons and that honesty with God about complex emotions deepens faith. Rather than assuming gratitude excludes struggle, she encourages embracing both gratitude and fatigue as part of the spiritual journey.
Why the things we pray for can still exhaust us with Melissa Miller
Q: Tell us about your background and what led you to write about change fatigue.
Melissa shares her experience of adopting through foster care, relocating from Florida to Tennessee, and stepping into a new life that felt overwhelming yet purposeful. She explains how these changes prompted her to search for language and frameworks to describe the emotional fatigue that comes with answered prayers.
What college students need most spiritually with Paul Worcester
Q: What are the core spiritual habits you've seen work best for college students?
Scripture memory paired with a simple, repeatable quiet time using a SOAP method, plus regular accountability in small discipleship groups; these practices help students internalize God's Word and apply it consistently.
The Gospel for real-life parenting messes with Scarlet Hiltibidal
Q: What can listeners expect from Part in the Mess under your leadership?
She plans for a mix of storytelling and practical Gospel-driven guidance, with episodes featuring real messes, short 'Messima Moments' with guest input, and actionable steps for families to apply scripture in daily life.
How to talk to your kids about sex without shame with Kelly Edmiston
Q: What is the practical takeaway for parents listening to this episode?
Use simple scripts and values-based talking points, integrate spiritual sexuality into daily life, and cultivate open communication so kids develop a faith that is their own and resilient to cultural pressures.

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What is The Christian Parenting Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on practical, faith-centered parenting with an emphasis on raising kids who know and love Jesus. Across episodes, listeners hear from experienced parents, pastors, authors, and clinicians who share actionable tips for time management, discipling children at home, prayer-led family life, and navigating challenges like adolescence, doubt, and spiritual growth. The conversations are grounded in grace, relational parenting, and community support, with hosts modeling vulnerability and seeking to make complex spiritual concepts accessible for everyday family life. Notably, the show tends to feature a blend of motherhood perspectives, Bible-based teaching, and practical strategies that can be implemented without demanding perfect... more

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1. Paul Worcester
2. Melissa Miller
3. Ben Peterson
4. Jen Weaver
5. Gayle Veitenheimer
6. Scarlet Hiltibidal
7. Kelly Edmiston
8. Abby Watchworth

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