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Parenting isn’t just about behavior—it’s about the heart. Raising Hearts for Christ equips Christian parents with heart-based discipline strategies that go beyond rules to build strong character, empathy, and responsibility in their children. By cultivating emotional maturity, lifelong character development, and spiritual growth, this podcast empowers you to create a Christ-centered home that reflects God’s love and grace. Join us each week for actionable advice, biblical wisdom, and real-li ...
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Pardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
Courtney DeFeo and Christian Parenting
As parents, we know raising kids is the opposite of neat and tidy. Each day brings wins, losses and valuable lessons. Pardon the Mess is a place where we discuss parenting and faith in a biblical, approachable and relatable way. We may cry and laugh while we learn and grow together in our beautiful mess. Pardon the Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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LOVING LIFE AT HOME - Christian Marriage, Biblical Parenting, Creative Homemaking, Purposeful Living
Jennifer Flanders: Bible-believing wife and homeschooling mother of 12
Do you want a peaceful, orderly home where your family can thrive? Would you like to cultivate stronger family bonds with your husband and kids? Do you long for a joy-filled, purposeful life free from fear and anxiety? Have you ever longed for a seasoned mentor who’d provide practical pointers? Fortunately for us, the Bible speaks to every one of these goals. God’s Word will help you cut through all the confusion caused by popular but conflicting marriage and parenting advice. Welcome, frien ...
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MORNING, MAMA | Reclaim Your Peace Through the Power of God and the Tools of Psychology- Christian Mental Health, Biblical Parenting, Mindset, Christian Mom, Spiritual Growth, Mom Rage, Anxiety, Anger
Brittany Wilson, MFT | Christian Mental Health Coach
Mama, are you tired of feeling like you have nothing left to pour out, and yet still feel like you’re somehow not giving enough? Do you wish you could stop rehearsing the same patterns from your family that you swore to yourself you would never repeat? Are you sick of spending hours worrying about your kids and being constantly bombarded with all of the “what ifs” that take over your mind? Do you wish you didn’t feel like you just had to survive this season and that you could actually enjoy ...
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Moms Grab Coffee - Christian Motherhood, Faith-based Parenting, Biblical Wisdom, and Intentional Living for Christian Moms Podcast
Hanna Lapsansky - Christian Podcaster, Working Mom, Mom of Three and Wife
A faith-based podcast for tired, stressed out and overwhelmed Christian moms! Motherhood is hard, and we don’t have to carry the weight alone. Through faith-filled wisdom, gospel hope and practical advice shared by moms who are in it too, you’ll learn to see God’s goodness everyday and withstand life’s unexpected messes with more joy and peace than you ever thought possible. This is the place where motherhood and faith intersect.
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“Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be” (Matthew 6:21 NLT) Most of us make it a priority to teach our little kids the difference between wants and needs. “No, you don’t need a new Lego set, you want a new Lego set.” “I know you don’t want to help clean the house, but you need to.” Owning things and wanting things i…
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301. “I Now Wake Up Excited for the Day With My Kids.” More Real Life God Stories from Academy Graduates Madison and Steph. Get Insider Scoop on the Pain to Peace Academy.
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Ready for some real life God stories? Two Fall 2024 Pain to Peace Academy graduates, Madison and Steph, share their incredible stories of how God moved in their life in just 12 weeks If you are ready to try something different, to give the new year everything you have and step into a new level of healing, then THIS is your episode. If you are consi…
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Are sibling squabbles driving you crazy? Do you crave a respite from all your kids' bickering? Then listen in today as I answer another reader's question: "How can I get my kids to stop fighting?" Show NotesVERSES CITED: -1 John 4:20-21 - "...the one who loves God should love his brother also." - Luke 6:31 - "Do to others as you would have them do …
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Tired of repeating yourself and facing resistance? Discover how firmness and routines can turn challenges into opportunities, guiding your child’s heart with grace while building responsibility and respect. Music Credits: Loop3 by SOUNDOLOGY & CO via https://www.worshipstart.com/royaltyfreemusic由Lisa Holsinger
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Are you raising athletes? Are you struggling with how to best support them? Are you thinking about how their faith impacts their sport - or informs their sport? We have two experts today on the podcast, Elisabeth and Sarah Hasselbeck - both are wives of former NFL players and moms of D1 athletes. Listen to this episode with the entire family. Maybe…
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Are you stuck in anxiety, depression, and endless frustration and feel like you have no idea how to change it? You are not alone, in fact there are SO many moms who feel exactly like you. Today I talk about the BIG plan of what healing really looks like. Therapy is great and can be a helpful tool, but it can’t stop there! There are so many practica…
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“Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it’” (Matthew 16:24–25) Denying ourselves might involve taking an inventory of those things we hold more important than God. …
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Explore the foundations of heart-based parenting in this episode of Raising Hearts for Christ. Learn how to strengthen your relationship with your child and inspire them to grow in character and faith. Simple, practical steps can make a lasting impact on your parenting journey! Music Credits: Loop3 by SOUNDOLOGY & CO via https://www.worshipstart.co…
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299. How Food Affects Your Mental Health and Your Kids Behavior with Special Guest Andrea Rothmuller.
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Are you stuck in anxiety, exhaustion, and overall not feeling well as a mom? Is your kid’s behavior erratic or hard to control to the point that you don’t know what to do? While there are many things that might be contributing to these problems, there is one of them that you might not consider. Your diet! Did you know that you food affects your men…
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I took a break from social media in December, and I could not believe the difference in my mood and clarity. This episode is not here to guilt us as parents - but to equip us! My guest, Niro Feliciano, is a psychotherapist, mom of four kids and regular contributor on The Today Show. She speaks in a language we can understand. She shares about brain…
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In this debut episode of Raising Hearts for Christ, Lisa Holsinger introduces heart-based parenting and the mission behind the podcast. Learn how focusing on the heart aligns with Scripture, fosters lasting transformation, and strengthens family harmony. Music Credits: Loop 3 by SOUNDOLOGY & CO via https://www.worshipstart.com/royaltyfreemusic…
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298. Need Help with Your Mental Health as a Mom? 6 Things You Need to Leave Behind in 2024. Part 2.
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In the midst of crazy seasons with small kids, it’s easy to feel like we don’t have time for anything but survival. We just get through the day and then do it again. When we live like this we end up living accidentally instead of with intention like we were made for. As we begin the New Year what are the things we need to leave behind in 2024? Toda…
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“I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep” (John 10:14–15) Throughout scripture, Jesus is referred to not just as a good shepherd, but as the good shepherd. On top of all the things mentioned above, Jesus would and will lay down his life for h…
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297. "This Helped Me During the Hardest Time of My Life." Real Life God Stories from Academy Graduates. What it Actually Feels like Being a Mom in the Pain to Peace Academy.
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If you are ready to try something different, to give the new year everything you have and step into a new level of healing, then THIS is your episode. Two Fall 2024 Pain to Peace Academy graduates, Milly and Kristie, share their incredible stories of how God moved in their life in just 12 short weeks. If you are considering the Academy or just want…
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This summer, I ran into a Pardon the Mess listener and asked her how I could support her parenting journey on this podcast. She said, “All of my friends talk about health and hormones every day. It’s a real struggle.” I did not disagree. Maybe it’s middle age or the fact that we have TONS of information overwhelming us on social media - but the top…
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For the new year, I want to tackle some of the questions that have been piling up in my inbox, starting with how to deal with neighbors who aren’t very neighborly. Listen in for four tips on getting through to the people who live nearby. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Matthew 5:14 - “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.…
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In the midst of crazy seasons with small kids, it’s easy to feel like we don’t have time for anything but survival. We just get through the day and then do it again. When we live like this we end up living accidentally instead of with intention like we were made for. As we begin the New Year what are the things we need to leave behind in 2024? Toda…
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“Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart” (Psalm 37:3–4) We have probably all been hurt by trusting someone or something too much. As believing parents, we know that there is something better for our kids when they put their trust in Jesus. Trus…
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It’s that time of the year where everything makes me want to think deeply, reflect, and come up with all of the goals! Whether you are the kind that loves self reflection and goal setting or not, it is essential in order to grow and thrive. This process can often lead to a bunch of new years resolutions that don’t stick, or it can be an essential p…
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Happy New Year!!! I cannot believe it’s 2025. I've been thinking about this year for a long time because it’s the year my first child graduates from high school. Well, that went fast! Today’s episode is a special one for me, but also insanely practical for all of us. We have my brother, Drew McClure, on the show today to talk about “parent burnout.…
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There is great power in prayer, and Christians should be careful never to neglect this amazing privilege and vital discipline. That's why God commands us to "pray without ceasing. What's more, God will always answer our prayers -- though not necessarily in the manner we hope or expect. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - 1 Thess. 5:17 - "Pray without ceasing…
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“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew 6:33) As we inch towards a new year, many of us are considering our goals and priorities. Some of us are coming up with our word of the year. That seemed to be the trend that started a few years back—pick one word to focus on for the entir…
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It’s that time of the year where everything makes me want to think deeply, reflect, and come up with all of the goals! Whether you are the kind that loves self reflection and goal setting or not, it is essential in order to grow and thrive. This process can often lead to a bunch of new years resolutions that don’t stick, or it can be an essential p…
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Merry Christmas friends!!!! I wanted to end the year with some heartfelt encouragement to each of you. Try to get away from all the noise and distractions when you listen to this one. Sit with your eyes closed or go on a walk - and pray God would encourage your anxious and weary heart. It’s so easy to get to the end of a year and only think about t…
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Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Colossians 1:16-17 – “For by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created by Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” - John 10:28-29 – “I give them eternal …
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“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6 ESV) It’s easy to get caught up in the to-dos and materialism of Christmas. There are so many activities and so many gifts to purchase. And wh…
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293. Two Keys to a Joyful Christmas. How to Navigate Family Challenges and Honor God in it All.
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Christmas is so close we can taste it! The preparations are over (unless you’re like me… ah!) and the day is finally upon us. So, how do we do it well? How do we navigate difficult family dynamics? How do we focus on the right things and actually honor God through our celebrations? Today I share 2 simple principles that will help you have a day ove…
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Happy December!!! I am so very delighted to introduce you to one of my favorite moms on the planet - Dana Sheheane! This episode is a simple, rambling and lighthearted chat with one of my real life mom friends. You will LOVE her! She’s one of us folks. I feel like we can raise amazing Christian kids - if we are wearing the right bra and our coffee …
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As parents, we know raising kids is the opposite of neat and tidy. Each day brings wins, losses and valuable lessons. Pardon the Mess is a place where we discuss parenting and faith in a biblical, approachable and relatable way. We may cry and laugh while we learn and grow together in our beautiful mess. Pardon the Mess is a part of the Christian P…
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The best laid plans sometimes go awry. How should we respond when that happens? That's what we're discussing on Loving Life at Home this week: What should one do when things don't go as planned? Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Proverbs 16:9 - “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” - Matt 10:29-31 - “Are not two sparrows sold fo…
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“But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” (Matthew 5:44) It’s one thing to love your neighbor as yourself, it’s a whole other thing to love your enemies. As believers, we aren’t called to ignore our enemies or to tolerate our enemies, we are called to love them and to pray for them. This is a radical teaching that goe…
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292. What to Buy Instead of One More Toy. How to Make Your Family Values the Focus of Your Gifts This Christmas.
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Are you sick of buying your kids a bunch of stuff that just ends up on the floor a couple days later? Do you want to give your child something they love but also encourages their character? Today I have 5 categories to help you brainstorm some ideas for your little ones that neither of you will regret! Love, Brittany Guilt Free Mama Method Course N…
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I crave mentors and wisdom! I feel like I can spot wise women in any room. Lisa Clark is one of those mentors and I’m delighted to share her with you today. You will absolutely love hearing her “best and worst parenting advice” as she thinks back over her 35 years of parenting. As a grandmother now, she is at a place in life where she can look back…
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“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” (John 13:34–35) We are commanded to love others the way we love ourselves—which is kind of hard when we sometimes aren’t so nice to ourselves (we can pray against that for our…
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