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

Teaching our kids Bible stories is important, but discipleship doesn't stop there. We also want our children to recognize God's guidance in their own stories, bring him into everyday conversations, and develop a genuine relationship with him that grows over time.

In this episode, Bible teachers and co-authors Jen Weaver and Gayle Veitenheimer talk about helping kids move from simply knowing about God to experiencing life with Him. They discuss why stories are such powerful discipleship tools, how to answer kids' big questions about prayer and hearing God's voice, and simple ways parents can nurture faith at home.

If you've ever wondered how to make faith feel more personal for your kids, this conversation is full of practical encouragement.

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Resources Mentioned
Jen’s website
Gayle's website
Kingswell Kids Detective series
The Christian Grandparenting Podcast
Shame-Free Sex Talks book
The Adventure Bible
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Today we are joined by Scarlet Hiltibidal, who is the new host of Pardon the Mess. 
Scarlet is a wife, mom of four, author, speaker, and follower of Jesus who is passionate about helping parents see the gospel in the middle of everyday family life.
In this episode, Scarlet shares about her own parenting messes, including loving each of her kids well in very different seasons and needs. We talk about the pressure moms feel to get everything right, the invisible report card so many of us carry, and the freedom that comes when we remember parenting is not about our performance, but about pointing our kids to Jesus.
Scarlet also gives us a look at the new format of Pardon the Mess, where she will take one real parenting struggle each week and help parents untangle it through Scripture, stories, and one small faithful step.

Resources Mentioned
Scarlet’s website
Christian Parenting
Pardon the Mess podcast
Shame-Free Sex Talks book
The Adventure Bible
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Many Christian parents want to talk to their kids about sex and sexuality in healthy, biblical ways, but feel unsure where to begin. In today’s episode, Kelly Edmiston talks about how to move away from fear, silence, and shame-based messaging and instead help our kids understand the goodness of their bodies, God’s design for sex, and the importance of open, ongoing conversations in the home.
We discuss how purity culture shaped many parents’ own experiences, why discipleship matters so much in these conversations, and how parents can build trust with their kids while still holding biblical convictions. We also talk about practical ways to make sex talks feel more natural and less intimidating for both parents and children.
Notes: use your discretion when it comes to listening to this conversation with your kids present, we do use accurate terminology for body parts and sexuality.
Kelly is the author of Shame-Free Sex Talks, is lead Pastor at Vineyard Church in Sugar Land, Texas and a mom of three kids. 

(00:00) Introduction to the Conversation
(02:57) Navigating Sexuality Conversations with Kids
(05:59) Understanding Shame in Sexuality Discussions
(08:49) The Importance of Normalizing Conversations
(11:55) Spiritual Sexuality: Integrating Faith and Sexuality
(15:08) Values-Based Approach to Sexuality Education
(18:04) Empowering Kids to Make Healthy Decisions
(21:00) Hope for Future Generations
(24:05 )Resources for Parents

Resources Mentioned
The Adventure Bible
Substack

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If you’ve ever felt weighed down by guilt after a hard parenting moment, this conversation will encourage your heart.
In this episode, Abbey Wedgeworth talks about the fear many parents carry that they’ve somehow “ruined” their kids. We discuss parenting failures, repentance, repair, and the freedom that comes when we stop trying to be perfect parents and start trusting God’s grace.
Abbey and I talk honestly about how community shapes us as moms, why repair matters so much in relationships with our kids, and how God can use both our faithfulness and our failures in the lives of our children.
Abbey Wedgeworth is an author, Bible teacher, and speaker who encourages moms with gospel-centered truth and practical hope for everyday motherhood. Her newest book is called, Help! I’m Ruining My Kids.

(02:52) The Fear of Ruining Our Kids
(05:58) Understanding Conviction vs. Shame
(09:00) The Power of Repentance
(12:08) Navigating Apologies and Repairing Relationships
(15:01) Excuses vs. Explanations in Parenting
(17:55) Self-Care and Managing Stress
(21:10) The Importance of Community in Parenting

Resources Mentioned
Help! I’m Ruining my Kids book
Abbey’s website
Instagram
Healthy Mind Platter

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In today’s episode, Christie Thomas is back to talk about the quiet strength of gentleness and why it matters so deeply in our homes. Christie shares how gentleness is not weakness or passivity, but strength held under control for the good of others. We discuss parenting through the fruit of the Spirit, responding instead of reacting, and how our kids learn about the character of Jesus through the way we handle frustration, conflict, and mistakes. 
We also talk honestly about the exhaustion of parenting, spiritual dry seasons, postpartum anxiety, worship as prayer, and simple ways to stay connected to God when you feel overwhelmed. 
This conversation is full of practical encouragement for parents who want to build homes marked by patience, safety, grace, and the gentleness of Christ.

(00:00) Introduction to Christie Thomas and Her Journey
(03:10) Understanding Gentleness: A Deeper Meaning
(06:04) Gentleness in Parenting: Balancing Authority and Compassion
(08:51) The Role of the Holy Spirit in Cultivating Gentleness
(12:09) Discipling Our Children Through Our Actions
(14:50) Practical Steps to Grow in Gentleness
(18:05) The Impact of Gentleness on Family Dynamics
(21:02) Resources for Growing in Gentleness
(24:03) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources Mentioned
Everyday Prayers for Gentleness book
Little Shoots Deep Roots
Instagram

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