COURAGEOUS PARENTING

This episode is a challenge for all of us parents to think through how to encourage a Spiritual revival in our families this summer. Sometimes we have to give up what looks normal for what’s even better. What could be better for your family this summer? This episode will help you think through that. We look forward to hearing your stories in August. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org.

Artificial intelligence is accelerating change in almost every direction. While we shouldn’t be fearful, we should become knowledgeable in this so that we can effectively lead our families in a world soon to be saturated with AI’s influence. We share several scriptures to give a biblical perspective including sharing the similarities of today and the biblical account in Genesis of the Tower of Babble. We are living in fascinating times so buckle your seat belt and navigate your family's direction well. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org.

Too many children are launching from Christian homes and denouncing their faith. If the normal rhythms of Christian parenting aren’t working, then why? The Tolpins believe part of it is; if the heart behind the Spiritual things parents do with and for their families isn’t right, then it may not be having the effect they hope. If we feel a need to do something spiritual, is it only out of duty as a parent, or our love for God? Is it checking off a box, or is it a deep desire to draw closer to the Lord and encourage our family to do so as well? What will the perception of your children be about your spiritual leadership as they get older by what they lived out in your home? Yes, take your family to church, but cultivating a culture in your home where people experience God is a whole different thing. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org

Every child will need to have leadership skills for the world they will be launching into, and there are so many things parents can do daily during all seasons of their upbringing. Get the practical insights that you can incorporate into your daily parenting efforts that cultivate your children in becoming strong leaders. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org

Change is an important part of life, but your children will respond to it better if you talk about it early and create accurate expectations. This is true for small things and large things too. With your guidance, you can help your children become good at embracing change in their lives and thriving through it which is important for becoming resilient adults in the future. Resiliency is a vital skill today but even more so in the future. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org

Ensuring you have good healthy food for your family is likely to become more challenging, so it’s important we talk about it. There is an increasing assault on food sources. You don’t want to be stuck in a situation in the future where you are manipulated or controlled by the government because of food. You never want to be in a situation where you are giving your family food that has been corrupted with MRNA or anything else that negatively affects your family's health. Regardless of what you are capable of doing right now; it’s important to be thinking about these things and many of the tips the Tolpins share can be acted on right away. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org

A powerful and special short episode from Eli Tolpin age four. He shares his love for prayer and how important it is to talk to God. Everyone is sure to be encouraged by this short but impactful episode. Listen with your children as well to stir up a great conversation. For more information about the BE COURAGEOUS APP resources and community go to https://courageousparenting.com/home/app/ or you can find it in your app store!

Every week there’s more that we could fear in the world and while fear and anxiety are real human emotions we all feel at times; the bible repeatedly tells us not to fear. Therefore most decisions made in fear are inferior decisions to what’s best. You will be encouraged by this raw episode on a difficult subject for so many. If you love it, please share it! All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org

Just because children feel loved, it doesn’t necessarily mean they feel valuable. Being loved is part of it, but there’s so much more parents can be doing on an ongoing basis. Get practical insights so that your children grow up feeling important and valuable with a vision towards helping others. Suicide rates are skyrocketing among teenagers today. Tune in today to get four tips on helping your children feel valuable. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org

Initiate times for your family to reflect on their experiences; whether it’s while driving home from church, after spending time with friends, being out in public, during family trials, or after vacations. What was good, how did God show up, what was challenging, and what can be improved? Your children will be launching into a pessimistic world, but we don’t want our children to be pessimistic right? Well, what are they learning by your example and are you helping them remember the good by way of open discussion? The Tolpins do this often and you can too! All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at BeCourageousMinistry.org