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

Steph Thurling
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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 parent... more

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What if one of the simplest ways to disciple your children was as easy as pressing play?

In this episode of our discipleship series, we're looking at another practice that research from Lifeway identified as having a significant impact on helping ch... more

What if one of the most important things you can do for your child’s faith is help them become part of the church, not just attend it?

In this episode of our discipleship series, I’m joined by Sarah and Eric Holmstrom to talk about why regularly ser... more

In this episode, Steph continues the discipleship series by exploring one of the strongest predictors of lasting faith: regular prayer. We know prayer is important, but many parents feel unsure where to begin or worry they aren't "good enough" at pra... more

The Bible can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to read it with your kids. Where do you start? How do you help them understand it? And how do you make it something they actually enjoy?

In this episode, Steph continues the discipleship... more

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Andrew Ollerton
Author of God's Story Are Story, co-author of God's Story, Our Story
Author, Bible Society collaboration
Episode: Why Scripture is the foundation of lasting faith with Andrew and Charlotte Ollerton
Charlotte Ollerton
Co-author of God's Story Are Story
Author
Episode: Why Scripture is the foundation of lasting faith with Andrew and Charlotte Ollerton
Jana Magruder
Researcher at Lifeway Christian Resources
Lifeway Christian Resources
Episode: What actually helps kids follow Jesus for life? With Jana Magruder
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

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Steph Thurling
Host of the show, focused on practical, gospel-centered parenting guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 125 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 States2 months 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 States2 months 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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Listeners appreciate practical tools they can apply at home without guilt or shaming.
The show balances gospel truth with compassionate guidance, making faith feel approachable.
The host is authentic and down-to-earth, with guests that feel relatable and insightful.

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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 centers on practical, faith-forward parenting guidance for believing families. Episodes span parenting for lifelong faith, discipline with grace, navigating contemporary concerns (like AI, online safety, and social pressures), and building strong marriages and family rhythms around spiritual practices. Guests range from Lifeway researchers and ministry leaders to authors and moms sharing real-world strategies, all with a focus on gospel-centered parenting, gentle formation, and relatable, actionable steps for busy families. A standout throughline is turning everyday moments—prayer, Scripture, family devotions, and meaningful conversations—into steady building blocks for kids to know and love Jesus.

A notable strength is its diver... more

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