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COURAGEOUS PARENTING
Hosted by Isaac & Angie Tolpin - becourageousministry.org · EN
Biblical parenting doesn't happen by accident — and in today's culture, raising confident, courageous Christian children demands more intentionality than ever. Each week, Isaac & Angie Tolpin bring raw, unfiltered truth on the parenting topics most podcasts won't touch: self-control, obedience, discipleship, purity, pornography, technology, boundaries, relationships, and marriage teamwork. Whether you're navigating motherhood, fatherhood, or homeschooling, this is Scripture-grounded guidance for parents who refuse to raise passive faith. No compromise. No watered-down advice.
Find episode notes, scriptures, and video at courageousparenting.com. The full ministry is at becourageousministry.org.
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The Cost of Vision: Tent Life, Entrepreneurship & 6 Kids |Elisha & Katie Voetberg
1w ago00:45:23Tap to summarizeLiving in a Tent Through a Northern Idaho Winter: Elisha & Katie Voetberg on Sacrifice, Homeschooling, and Building a DreamHow does a family live in a tent while homeschooling six children and building a business? In this episode, Elisha and Katie Voetberg join the Courageous Parenting podcast to share their story of radical sacrifice for a worthy vision.After buying land in northern Idaho, the Voetbergs made the bold decision to live in a tent through a brutal winter — all while homeschooling their six children, building their online music academy, and running their own top-rated podcast. This is a conversation full of grit, faith, and hard-won wisdom for any family willing to count the cost of pursuing what God has called them to.In this episode, you'll hear:
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How to Raise a Leader: Teaching Kids Social Awareness
2w ago00:42:18Tap to summarizeHow does a family live in a tent while homeschooling six children and building a business? In this episode, Elisha and Katie Voetberg join the Courageous Parenting podcast to share their story of radical sacrifice for a worthy vision.After buying land in northern Idaho, the Voetbergs made the bold decision to live in a tent through a brutal winter — all while homeschooling their six children, building their online music academy, and running their own top-rated podcast. This is a conversation full of grit, faith, and hard-won wisdom for any family willing to count the cost of pursuing what God has called them to.In this episode, you'll hear: — Why the Voetbergs chose to sacrifice comfort for the sake of a bigger vision — How they homeschooled six kids through a tent-living winter — Lessons learned building an online business while living off-grid — How faith carried them through the hardest seasons — Encouragement for families facing their own season of sacrificeIf you've ever wondered what it takes to pursue a dream that costs you something, this episode will challenge and encourage you.Get the Courageous Parenting book: becourageousministry.org/bookCheck out companies we love and use: REDEEM HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q04n6bxv0 CTC Math: https://ctcmath.com/ Voetberg Music Academy (25% off, code COURAGEOUS25): voetbergmusicacademy.comConnect with Be Courageous Ministry: Website: https://www.becourageousministry.org/Subscribe for weekly episodes on courageous, gospel-centered parenting.
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Stir Up Hope for the Future: 3 Things Every Child Needs to Hear
3w ago00:39:25Tap to summarizeWhat's the dominant message your children are hearing about their future?It's vital that your kids have a balanced perspective on what's ahead — one that lets them navigate life with strength and optimism instead of fear. In this episode, we share three things every parent should be telling their children right now to give them real, lasting hope for the future, no matter what's coming.This matters in every season of parenting. The sooner you can upgrade the words your children hear about their future, the better — but it's never too late to start shifting the narrative in your home.
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Raising Kids With Grit: Lessons from America's Founders
Jul 700:35:14Tap to summarizeIs it realistic to raise kids with the kind of grit America's founders had? We believe it's not just realistic — it's necessary. Today's intentional parenting culture often falls short of preparing kids for real resilience, and our children are heading into a future far more demanding than the one we grew up in.In this episode, you'll get three practical answers for instilling grit in your children, drawn from real stories and quotes from America's founding fathers. This isn't nostalgia — it's a blueprint for raising kids who can endure hardship, stand firm in conviction, and lead the next generation well.If you're a Christian parent who wants to raise resilient, courageous kids in an increasingly uncertain world, this episode is for you.Get the Courageous Parenting book at becourageousministry.org/bookSubscribe for more episodes on biblical parenting, resilience, and raising the next generation of courageous kids.🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on biblical parenting, resilience, and raising the next generation of courageous kids.📖 Get the Courageous Parenting book: becourageousministry.org/bookCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q04n6bxv0CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/#ChristianParenting #RaisingKidsWithGrit #FoundingFathers #Homeschool #BiblicalParenting
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Women Pastors in Church? Here's What Scripture Says
Jun 3000:55:21Tap to summarizeWhat does the Bible actually say about women's roles in the church and gender roles in the home? It's one of today's most debated topics — which is exactly why your kids need more than your opinion, they need to see it in Scripture. In this episode, we walk through the key texts on church leadership and lay out what we believe is God's clear design for elders and pastors, so you can teach your children with confidence and biblical grounding. This isn't about preference — it's about handling God's Word carefully on a question your kids will face whether you address it or not.Topics: Christian parenting, female pastors, church leadership, elders, deacons, scriptures on gender roles in church.📖 Want to go deeper? Courageous Parenting by Isaac and Angie Tolpin gives you 31 biblical keys to raising children who are equipped to thrive — in their faith, their character, and their relationships.👉 Get the book on Amazon: Courageous ParentingCourageous Parenting Podcast is hosted by Isaac and Angie Tolpin of Be Courageous Ministry — helping Christian parents raise kids of faith in unprecedented times.#ChristianParenting #BiblicalParenting #DisciplingYourChildren #CourageousParenting #womeninministry🔔 Subscribe for weekly encouragement for Christian familiesCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q03V_2w90 CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/
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“I Wish I Would Have...”
Jun 2300:33:29Tap to summarizeRegret is a treadmill — you're exhausted but going nowhere.Every parent has mistakes in the rearview. The question isn't whether you've fallen short — it's whether guilt is still running your parenting today. If your head is stuck in the past, your influence in the present takes the hit.It's never too late to make a real difference. But that requires decisive change — not just good intentions. You can't expect different outcomes when your responses, habits, and influence stay the same.This isn't about getting up to speed with normal Christian parenting — it has to be stronger than that. Parenting with a biblical lens, daily and intentionally, is required. The times demand more than previous generations of Christian parents were willing to give.In this episode, you'll get practical steps to break the guilt cycle and step into a new season of parenting — with the Lord's help.Topics: Christian parenting, raising kids with real faith, performance-based religion, heart-level discipleship, intentional parenting, family rhythms, homeschool family, faith that lasts.📖 Want to go deeper? Courageous Parenting by Isaac and Angie Tolpin gives you 31 biblical keys to raising children who are equipped to thrive — in their faith, their character, and their relationships.👉 Get the book on Amazon: Courageous ParentingCourageous Parenting Podcast is hosted by Isaac and Angie Tolpin of Be Courageous Ministry — helping Christian parents raise kids of faith in unprecedented times.#ChristianParenting #BiblicalParenting #DisciplingYourChildren #CourageousParenting #ChristianFamily🔔 Subscribe for weekly encouragement for Christian familiesCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q03V_2w90 CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/
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How to Prevent Kids From Leaving the Church
Jun 1600:34:39Tap to summarizeYou can say you are intentional parents, but is your intentionality actually encouraging real faith, or performance-based faith that doesn't last? Conservative intentionality can still lead children down the deadly trough of performance-based religiosity. Listen to this with an open mind as you reflect on your own parenting and family rhythms and see if you discover opportunities to dismantle performance-based faith and encourage real faith in your children.There's nothing as important as where your children will spend eternity, and while you can't save your children and are to trust God with them, He's also trusting you with them. He's counting on you and your spouse to disciple them daily with an approach that reaches the heart — not just looks the part.Topics: Christian parenting, raising kids with real faith, performance-based religion, heart-level discipleship, intentional parenting, family rhythms, homeschool family, faith that lasts.📖 Want to go deeper? Courageous Parenting by Isaac and Angie Tolpin gives you 31 biblical keys to raising children who are equipped to thrive — in their faith, their character, and their relationships.👉 Get the book on Amazon: Courageous ParentingCourageous Parenting Podcast is hosted by Isaac and Angie Tolpin of Be Courageous Ministry — helping Christian parents raise kids of faith in unprecedented times.#ChristianParenting #BiblicalParenting #DisciplingYourChildren #CourageousParenting #ChristianFamily🔔 Subscribe for weekly encouragement for Christian familiesCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q03V_2w90 CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/
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Daily Relationship & Discipleship Talks With Your Children
Jun 900:50:14Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when your child hurts someone they love — and doesn't seem to get it? This episode gives you a biblical framework for coaching your kids through sin in real time, not just correcting behavior but shaping their heart toward repentance, restoration, and genuine change.Isaac and Angie walk you through how to have the hard conversations that actually disciple your children in the moments that matter most — when emotions are high, relationships are strained, and your child needs more than a timeout.In this episode:Why in-the-moment discipleship is more powerful than after-the-fact lecturesHow to coach your child toward owning their sin rather than deflecting itPractical language you can use to guide your child through repairing a relationshipWhy loving others biblically starts with what we teach at homeScriptures referenced: James 1:26 · Romans 15:1-2 · Philippians 2:3-4 · Mark 12:31📖 Want to go deeper? Courageous Parenting by Isaac and Angie Tolpin gives you 31 biblical keys to raising children who are equipped to thrive — in their faith, their character, and their relationships.👉 Get the book on Amazon: Courageous ParentingCourageous Parenting Podcast is hosted by Isaac and Angie Tolpin of Be Courageous Ministry — helping Christian parents raise kids of faith in unprecedented times.#ChristianParenting #BiblicalParenting #DisciplingYourChildren #CourageousParenting #ChristianFamily🔔 Subscribe for weekly encouragement for Christian familiesCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q03V_2w90 CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/
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Biblical Community For Parents: How to Build It So You Don't Parent Alone
Jun 200:51:38Tap to summarizeAre you becoming more intentional as a parent but struggling to find a strong biblical community? Perhaps you're not meant to find it — you're meant to cultivate it.In this episode, Isaac and Angie share four practical tips for building biblical community right where you are, and show you how to use the new Courageous Parenting book as a tool to do it alongside other families.Churches often struggle to teach biblical parenting — but you could be the catalyst for change in your own community. You weren't meant to parent alone, and there are families around you who want the same thing. They just need someone to go first.Buy the Book, it comes out June 3rd on Amazon🔔 Subscribe for weekly encouragement for Christian familiesCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q03V_2w90 CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/
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May 2600:54:14Tap to summarizeDo you ever feel like your parenting just isn't working — no matter how hard you try?For Christian parents today, conviction erodes quietly. Consistency breaks down across the areas that matter most: discipline, discipleship, screen time, peer and family influences, reaching your kids' hearts, and handling bad attitudes. And the pressure of an increasingly hostile culture only makes it harder.In this episode, Isaac and Angie Tolpin identify the 3 core mistakes fueling discouragement in Christian parents right now — and give practical wisdom and personal stories on how to overcome them. They also share content from their new book Courageous Parenting, releasing June 2nd, 2026.If you're a Christian mom or dad who's tired of feeling like you're failing, or want to sharpen your focus, marriage alignment and follow through, this episode is for you.Join the book launch team here → becourageousministry.org/book🔔 Subscribe for weekly encouragement for Christian familiesCheck out companies we love and use!REDEEM™ HealthShare from Samaritan Ministries: https://hubs.ly/Q03V_2ps0CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/
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