

COURAGEOUS PARENTING
Isaac & Angie Tolpin - CourageousParenting.com
A weekly podcast with Isaac & Angie Tolpin on Biblical parenting. The raw truth on how to equip confident Christian kids during these unprecedented times. We cover parenting topics on things such as: self-control, obedience, discipleship, purity, relationships, education, pornography, Bible-time, marriage, and family. We hold nothing back and give the Biblical truth on relevant topics parents need today. You can get extra episode footage and participate in Q&A with the Tolpins about each episode at the Be Courageous App (download it from your app store). You can also find scriptures used, notes, resources, and video of each episode at courageousparenting.com.
Episodes
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Mar 19, 2019 • 36min
Raising Strong Daughters, Not Feminists
If you don't reveal the ungodly truths behind the feminist movement, your kids may fall for its lies. Raising strong Biblically minded daughters takes proactive effort in the midst of the deceitfulness of things like "Self-love", "The Future is Female", and an ongoing effort to disrespect and disregard manhood. In this episode, you will get the Biblical truth on feminism with parenting tips to raising strong daughters in today's world.
For notes, scriptures, and information about the "Parenting Mentor Program" go to https://courageousparenting.com/.

Mar 12, 2019 • 35min
Are You Paralyzing Your Kids Spiritual Growth?
Five ways parents paralyze the spiritual growth of their kids are discussed in this episode. Unfortunately, too many kids leave the faith once they launch from well-intentioned Christian homes. This is a crucial conversation to have with your spouse if you want to launch confident Christian kids in today's uncertain world.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program

Mar 5, 2019 • 36min
How To Cultivate A Teachable Heart
A teachable heart makes parenting easier, but it's not easy to cultivate a teachable heart. It's one of those few worthy constant efforts every parent needs to make. If you want obedient kids, if you want a peaceful home, if you want kids who want to learn about God, then they better want to learn from you. Get ready for another episode where Isaac and Angie hold nothing back to help you equip confident Christian kids in an uncertain world.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program

Feb 26, 2019 • 36min
Why Men Are Struggling To Lead Their Families Spiritually
Surprising reasons men are passive in leading their families spiritually.
There is an attack against masculinity and it is impacting the confidence of men and negatively impacting God's purposes for the family.
An important discussion for every marriage, as it is crucial we model for our children what we want for them when they are married. Find out the two key questions to ask your spouse and encourage God's design in your marriage.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program

Feb 19, 2019 • 34min
Nourish The Gifts & Dreams In Your Spouse
Do you want your kids to replicate your marriage? Encouraging the gifts & dreams in your spouse is part of modeling what you want your kids to create in their own marriages. Your marriage health defines your parenting health. Listen in and get practical insights and stories in how to encourage the gifts and dreams of your spouse, with warnings too.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program

Feb 12, 2019 • 31min
Cultivating Strong Sibling Relationships
In this episode, we discuss how to prevent ageism by raising your kids who love, respect and enjoy doing life with their closest friends; their siblings.
You will learn how to parent towards cultivating strong relationships and teamwork within your family
No matter how old your kids are, this is a must listen for every parent. It's best to start young, but it's never too late to influence this with your kids.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program

Feb 5, 2019 • 35min
How To Make God Real To Your Kids
We have 18 years to help our kids experience God, yet so many still fall away when they leave home. This episode gives you practical ways you can help your kids experience God.
The desires of the world have a stronger pull than ever on young people, but it's still nothing compared to the power of God, but He put you in charge of Discipling your kids towards knowing and loving God.
This episode gives you five areas you can help your kids experience that God is real with tons of practical examples.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program. We would love it if you gave us a 5-star review and shared this podcast too!

Jan 30, 2019 • 35min
Why Couples Don't Want More Kids
God says children are a blessing, while the world views them as a burden. Where do you stand and why? While God has a different plan for every family, Isaac and Angie cover 9 reasons why so many Christians don't want to have any more kids.
Whether you are done having kids or not, this is an important episode as you think about your legacy and what you communicate in front of, or to your own children. Someday your kids will ask you about the "why" behind the decisions you've made and this discussion will be helpful.
God is the ultimate designer of every family and there is no judgment or condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. There is truly beauty in His unique designs of each family.
For show notes, scriptures, and video of this episode go to https://courageousparenting.com/
You will also find more information about the Parenting Mentor Program. We would love it if you gave us a 5-star review and shared this podcast too!
Disclaimers:
This message does not speak to those who are struggling with infertility and loss. Our hearts go out to those who have struggled for years to have children and have suffered greatly. We have lost a baby of our own and know the deep pain and heartache that brings. If you have suffered loss, Angie has written a lot on miscarriage and even shares her miscarriage testimony here on CourageousMom.com.

Jan 23, 2019 • 32min
Don't Run The Parenting Race Alone
Do you feel like you are running the parenting race alone? It will be almost impossible to launch confident Christian kids without real Biblical community.
If you aren't proactive in doing this well, your kid's peers will likely cause them to veer off course.
Isaac and Angie discuss what real Biblical community looks like with the practical tips on how to cultivate it where you are.
Who you spend time with, directly impacts who your kids spend time with. In their formative years and this matters big time!!
Also covered in this podcast episode is:
--How to choose biblical friendships and community
--Why trust is so important
--What biblical community looks like
--Why most people fail to be vulnerable
--Peer to peer relationships are powerful
--How to model the right friendships for your kids
--How to take your friendships deeper
--The three kinds of friendships

Jan 16, 2019 • 37min
How to Parent Through Life Trials & Financial Struggles
This episode gets super personal as Isaac and Angie share the intimate struggles of parenting through miscarriage, almost losing their house, and a business failure with over $500,000 of debt following them.
They warn parents to reject the philosophy, "Let Kids Be Kids," as they share counter-cultural, Biblical wisdom in how to parent through trials.
This is essential wisdom, with nine Scripture references for all parents.
You can tune-in wherever you listen to podcasts; as well and find this video and the show notes with Scripture references at https://courageousparenting.com/episodes/
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