COURAGEOUS PARENTING
294 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2.2K ratingsA 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 becourageousministry.org.
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8 Things You Should Add to Your Kids Education
August 31, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBRegardless of where your kids go to school, make sure you add these eight things to their education. I’m sure you would agree the world has drastically changed over just the last two years. As we look at the trends, these eight things are vital for your kids to thrive as believers in an increasingly uncertain future.
How To Discover Your Best Ways To Provide
August 24, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIt's vital to think clearly about how you provide for your family. How solvent is it during these uncertain times? It's forced vaccinations now, but there will be more challenges coming. Isaac takes you through his process for discovering your own best work path that aligns with how God made you. In addition, he gives numerous examples to stimulate your thinking about what you could pursue. We should never have to sacrifice our convictions for our provision. All show notes, scripture referenc...
Should Christians Resist Forced Vaccinations?
August 17, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBPLEASE SHARE AS IT WILL LIKELY GET CENSORED. So many have messaged us asking for advice regarding the Covid Vaccinations. We’ve received so many stories of people facing losing their careers unless they get the jab. We’ve purposefully stayed away from this topic, but now feel compelled since people are being forced to vaccinate or else lose access to things or even lose their careers. Here’s our candid take on it. All show notes, scripture references, and resources mentioned are found at COUR...
Help Your Kid’s Embrace Not Being Normal
August 10, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThere’s enormous pressure on your kids to be worldly. It will seep in regardless of your protective measures. In fact, it’s better for them to deal with some of it while they are in your home so you can equip them while experiencing it. We give four tips to help your kids stand strong and reject the anti-biblical messages such as pro-choice, gender, marriage, sex… Tune in to get insights to help your kids keep a biblical view regardless of the pressure they face.
What’s Happening In The World & How To Be Ready
August 03, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWe aren’t to fear the world or be worried about tomorrow, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t take logical steps to be prepared for greater uncertain times. If you couldn’t buy anything for three months, how would your family do? We believe it’s prudent to have things in place so you don’t get forced into reliance on the government for your basic needs.
4 Proactive Decisions Parents Should Make Right Now
July 27, 2021 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBThere are greater costs today for your family if you are a reactive decision-maker. Here are four proactive decisions to make right now that you will likely be thankful you made just six months from now. We must prepare today for what the future will require for our families to thrive.
A Hidden Parenting Problem That Will Affect Your Community
July 20, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBThere is no perfect place to live until we are in heaven, but no community is safe from this growing challenge that could prevent your kids from launching with a Biblical worldview. This episode was prompted by a conversation Isaac’s young barber had with him this week. Tune in to be better prepared for the battle for your kids' hearts.
Reinvigorating Your Parenting Endurance
July 13, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBParenting is a long game and we need strong endurance to do it well. We all get frustrated and discouraged in our parenting at times. Tune into this episode to get encouraged and practical help that will reinvigorate your motivation and energy for Biblical parenting.
Mom Of 9 Shares Her Last Birth Story
July 06, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBGet an inside look into Angie’s birth and postpartum experience so far, just four weeks after giving birth naturally to the Tolpin’s 9th child. You will be encouraged and get practical insights to help you or another pregnant woman around you as Angie comes back on the show for the first time since having Zander.
How To Teach The Bible To Your Family
June 29, 2021 15:52 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBYou are your kids' most important teacher of Biblical truth. This is an area that can’t be delegated if you want a different and better outcome than most Christian families. Every other leader that teaches the Bible to your kids is helpful, but not if it’s at the expense of your inaction in this area. It’s never too late or too early to do this. Tune in to get practical wisdom and motivation to do this consistently and well.
Emotional Resilience Is Now Required
June 22, 2021 15:46 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBJust think about what the world may be like during the year you launch your kids from your home. How well someone responds to change, challenges and relationship conflicts matters more than ever. Emotional resilience is a critical skill you will want to include in your process of equipping your kids. Tune into this episode to get practical insights and biblical truth on how to do this.
6 Areas You Must Reject Your Passivity
June 15, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBWe are all passive at times that we shouldn’t be and over time it can have negative consequences in your kids lives. Isaac challenges us to think about these six areas to make sure we aren’t passive; education, purity, peers, family boundaries, spiritual growth, and creating memorable experiences. It’s so important to think about this introspectively so we can be aware of where courage is needed.
Dad Wisdom on Pregnancy & Birth 6 Days After Having Their 9th
June 08, 2021 13:50 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBDad’s can make a huge difference in their wives' pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences. So much so that if their support is missing it can limit so many things in their marriage and legacy. Isaac shares candid stories and practical tips for Dads to help their wives during these important seasons. It’s an interesting look inside Isaac and Angie’s life and marriage with intimate details that are happening right now just 6 days into having their ninth baby.
Dad Tips On Leading Your Family Through Change
June 01, 2021 13:22 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBEvery Dad should tune into this and wives too! Isaac reveals his five tips to making the best possible decisions and leading your family through the changes well. It’s more important than ever to be proactive decision makers otherwise your family will likely be forced to react to unfriendly circumstances. Help your family thrive through change from the tips in this episode.
Don't Let People Pleasing Destroy Your Family
May 25, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBIt’s not easy to prevent “people pleasing” from altering our parenting decisions, but it’s vital if you want to launch confident Christian kids into a further uncertain world. If you’re really honest with yourself you’ll likely see areas you cave to pressure by others to make inferior choices. Multiple inferior decisions made for the sake of pleasing others over time will likely accumulate into inferior fruitfulness compared to what’s possible. It’s not easy to be a courageous parent, but it’...
6 Keys To Creating Biblical Community Wherever You Are
May 18, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBThere’s a lot you can do to cultivate a stronger Biblical community right where you are or even if you move somewhere new! As you may know, the Tolpin’s moved to a new state seven months ago despite having a strong Biblical community right where they were. They give an update on building a new community in Idaho and share six keys that will help you right now! There’s a lot of change happening around all of us over the past year and it’s more important than ever to run the race with other Bi...
Returning From Vacation Strategies That Create Good Changes
May 11, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIf you want your vacation to have a permanent impact for good change on your family it’s vital to do what’s in this episode just before you get home. These strategies yielded incredible growth in the Tolpin family and will help you too.
Tips for Thriving During Your Family Vacation
May 04, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBDon’t miss the incredible impact your vacation can have on the lives of your kids. But it takes being purposeful about a few things that prevent selfishness from growing stronger during your trip. Get lots of practical tips so that you thrive on your vacation but more importantly your family grows stronger together.
Setting Your Family Up for Vacation Success
April 27, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThe communication you have with your family before your vacation makes a huge difference in the attitudes and behavior of your kids while on your trip. It takes some thoughtfulness on what your family needs to hear and sometimes that’s what we fail to spend time on. You will get ideas that will help in this episode.
Pursue Projects That Require Family Teamwork - Part 2
April 20, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBHave you thought about the idea that there could be limits on what you even think about attempting as a family due to not realizing the potential of your team at home? We believe it’s important to do things that require your family to help on purpose. In this episode, we give you practical ideas/projects to do based on the different age levels of your kids. Let’s keep doing things that require more than our own strengths so we have to rely on God and our family. Otherwise, we may decide to do...
Pursue Projects That Require Family Teamwork - Part 1
April 13, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBThere are several reasons most families lack a sense of productive teamwork within their families with a growing ability to do amazing things together. From the beginning, we have been cultivating a sense of teamwork in our family and share these important insights with you in this two-part series. It’s really cool to be able to get more done with more people helping, however, the bigger importance is how it better equips your kids for the uncertain world they will be launching into.
Prepping With a Biblical Mindset for Uncertain Times - Part 2
April 06, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBIsaac and Angie are sharing their “list” of things they have done or are planning to do regarding being prepared to care for their family and potentially others in uncertain times. Join them for this second episode in a 2-part series where they share their personal stories while also sharing the scriptural reasoning behind WHY they have felt prompted to be more intentional about being self-sufficient while also keeping a Biblical perspective on it all.
Prepping With a Biblical Mindset for Uncertain Times - Part 1
March 30, 2021 07:13 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIsaac and Angie engage in a popular topic that has been requested by many of their listeners: “Prepping with a Biblical Mindset for Uncertain Times.” Many times this concept can be misinterpreted in Christian circles. Join the Tolpins in the first episode in this two-part series as they dig into the Word and look at the most important aspect of “prepping” which is being spiritually prepared and equipping your children through discipleship with a Biblical worldview on the history of life on ea...
Our Settlement With God is Grey - All the Details
March 23, 2021 16:18 - 6 minutes - 6.06 MBWe have found a productive path forward with Brenda of “God is Grey”, tune in to get the details and know-how to support us moving forward.
Honest Reflections Being 41 & Pregnant with #9
March 16, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBBaby #9 is on its way and Angie shares her candid thoughts about her experience now and reflections on the past. Isaac also shares insights for men about supporting their wives during this important time. Did you know they don’t come from big families, nor did they originally plan to have this many children? Tune in to get a few of their inside perspectives from the last 20 years of having kids.
Is Your Parenting Style Relationship or Control Driven? - Part 2
March 08, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBWhile it’s important to be relationship versus control-driven parents you don’t want to take it too far. You are the most important God-given authority in your kid’s lives. But it’s because of a strong relationship with your kids that you are able to hold them accountable, speak the truth they need to hear and lead them away from foolishness and towards righteousness.
Is Your Parenting Style Relationship or Control Driven? - Part 1
March 02, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBWhile we want to be relationship-driven parents, there are challenges when we lean too far in either of these directions actually. Are you more control or relationship-driven in your parenting approach? How about your spouse? This two-part series will give you good insights to reflect on your own parenting to see where you land with insights on what to do about it.
Is Your Parenting Style Relationship or Control Driven?
March 02, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBWhile we want to be relationship-driven parents, there are challenges when we lean too far in either of these directions actually. Are you more control or relationship-driven in your parenting approach? How about your spouse? This two-part series will give you good insights to reflect on your own parenting to see where you land with insights on what to do about it.
How To Handle Not Being A Perfect Parent
February 23, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIt can be discouraging when you’re kids repeatedly have poor behavior despite your efforts to be a good parent. This episode will encourage you as none of us are perfect parents and our kids will never be perfect either. It’s in how we handle bad behavior that makes all the difference in their future character. But it’s more than that, it’s also in your willingness to admit when you are wrong too that nurtures the right trusting parent/child relationships.
Parenting Kids to Face the Giants with Ken Ham
February 16, 2021 11:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBKen Ham, CEO of Answers In Genesis & the Ark Encounter puts forth challenging questions that most parents can’t answer but need to be able to as they prepare their kids to stand strong in an uncertain world. There’s so much practical wisdom in this episode that will help you. Likely one of the most impactful episodes we’ve ever done.
How to Handle Anxiety While Raising Young Kids
February 09, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode, Isaac and Angie give practical tips on how to set yourself up for success when parenting young children and you feel overwhelmed. They cover both the aspects of what anxiety and overwhelm can be a reflection of from a physical perspective as well as a spiritual heart condition. If you or your children struggle with anxiety, stress, fear, worry, or feelings of overwhelm, this is a must listen to episode. Get ready for some biblical encouragement.
Why Being a Peacemaker Takes Standing for Truth & Rejecting Passivity with Steve Crane
February 02, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBToo often Christians think that being passive about truth for the sake of keeping peace with someone is being a peacemaker. Discover not only why this is wrong and harmful, but also what it really means to be a peacemaker during this raw discussion with our special guest, Pastor Steve Crane. If you want your kids to be real peacemakers we’ve got to get this right ourselves. Also, hear why this pastor is keeping his doors open to thousands of people during Covid.
Raising Critical Thinkers In a Fake News World - Part 2
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBCritical thinking is becoming a lost art so let’s make sure your kids help lead their generation in knowing how to navigate through the growing misinformation. This responsibility is on your shoulders, but the good news is, that you can do it! Get the other four points in this two-part series so you can make adjustments in your parenting starting today!
Raising Critical Thinker In a Fake News World - Part 1
January 19, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBThe Tolpins reveal their secrets when it comes to equipping kids with critical thinking skills to navigate well through the sea of misinformation coming at them in the media and the opinions of others. And if you think this is only for parents of older kids, you’re so wrong. This can and should start while they are young and continue forever. Parents have a massive influence in this all important area. Get practical insights in this part one of the series.
Make Sure Your Kids Don’t Pick Comfort Over Freedom
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBThe pursuit of comfort is the enemy of freedom. There will be times that our kids must be willing to put their comfort aside to resist conforming to the world. We see people everywhere putting their self-preservation ahead of standing up to tyranny. What do you want your kids to do? You get to equip them now to handle the situations years from now when you aren’t there with them. This episode will encourage you to equip your kids to be Godly difference makers.
How To Have Vision When Everything Keeps Changing
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBVision is mandatory during uncertainty, and the current climate of our society certainly has a lot of uncertainty. This episode will stir up hope for this year, give you scriptures to use with your family, and practical insights towards creating vision. We must fuel our resiliency to be able to handle the changes and challenges ahead. Your family needs it from you right now!
Handling Conflict & Disagreements That Uncertain Times Bring
December 29, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBDo you wonder how to stand for truth boldly, but do it well in love? 2020 has surely put a strain on relationships but why is that? This episode does a deep dive into these issues with the goal of helping you navigate these stormy waters well. We are to be the salt and light, but that doesn’t mean we aren’t bold in standing for the truth. We hope and pray that 2020 is building momentum amongst believers to further reject passivity, stand for truth, and lead unapologetically in a way that adva...
The Church Meeting & More On Civil Disobedience
December 22, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBHave you always wondered what home church is and how to do it? The Tolpins break it down and give you direction on how to prepare for it and do it when and if the time comes that you are led to. They also further the important discussion on civil disobedience giving both modern-day and Biblical examples and breaking down the often-used scripture in Romans 13 about submitting to government authorities
When Civil Disobedience is Biblical
December 15, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBAre you ready to stand for truth and lead unapologetically? What if it involves civil disobedience? Tune into this episode as the Tolpin’s do a deep dive into when it’s okay to disobey your civil government from a biblical perspective. We aren’t to operate in fear, but we are to be prepared and understand when it’s important to stand strong, even if there are costs to doing so. Our kids are watching.
Parenting Tips for Christmas
December 08, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBGet practical tips on how to make your Christmas most importantly about Christ and teach your kids the gift of giving rather than getting. Isaac and Angie share their traditions and stories of things they have done with their kids to instill the giving spirit. You will also get date night questions they’ve used over the years to make sure they are constantly working at improving how they influence their children during this important season.
Family Health In Uncertain Times: Preventative, Vaccinations, & Covid
December 01, 2020 11:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBA lack of knowledge about treating sickness naturally and preventative health care for your family can create fear and insecurity. In uncertain times it’s becoming essential to be versed in these things; so, Isaac interviews Angie about what she does to do this effectively. They also cover their covid experience getting it as a family and what they did about the varying symptoms.
8 Current Issues That Could Hurt Who Your Kid’s Become - Part 2
November 24, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBThe cultural and political changes in 2020 and what’s coming ahead of us could have negative consequences on the future unless parents rise to the occasion and teach their children how to respond biblically. Last week we discussed masks, the lack of churches meeting, and the challenges in not having a strong community. This week we dive into the other five challenges: mindset on career paths, standing for truth sharing conservative and biblical opinions, too much digital, lack of belief in th...
8 Current Issues That Could Hurt Who Your Kid’s Become - Part 1
November 17, 2020 11:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBYou must look at what’s happening today then think forward about what will be the likely impact of these current issues on your kids when they are adults. Isaac and Angie have done this and identified 8 issues that could hurt who your kids become. Tune into Part-one of this vital two-part series as they discuss masks, church, and community.
Life Planning In Uncertain Times - Part 2
November 10, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBThe world changed in 2020 which makes life-planning more important than ever. So what decisions do you need to be making right now that will have been required to handle four months from now? The Tolpin’s let you into their mindset as they encourage you to navigate a rapidly changing world. They cover what it looks like to operate in wisdom versus fear, how to be flexible along the way and what to do now with your family as the new year approaches.
Life Planning In Uncertain Times - Part 1
November 03, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBIf you don’t make wise decisions proactively, circumstances will further decide for you; often creating a lesser outcome than could have been. This is a vital episode for parents during these uncertain times as it’s even more important to do life-planning today. We answer the question of how to do so when things ahead of us appear to be so uncertain. Tune in to part one of this series and get practical insights that are likely to help your family do well in today’s environment.
Politics, Christianity, & Your Kids’ Future
October 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBChristians should talk more about religion and politics! Has the belief that you shouldn’t, impacted how much or how well you talk to your kids about these important topics? We dive into Christianity, current politics, and how to help your kids become strong independent thinkers by developing their conclusions about politics and contemporary world problems. We also give twenty reasons on why we are voting for Trump and why we differ from John Piper’s recent blog post regarding the election.
Faith Activated Obedience In End Times
October 20, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBAre you ready for greater uncertain times? This episode will challenge but also encourage you to step out in faith as you make the hard but good decisions that lead to greater fruitfulness. God often wants us to go beyond our comfort zone and what we feel capable of so that we rely on Him. It’s crucial your kids see this in you too.
Marriage Tips as We Reflect on 21 Years Together - Part 2
October 13, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIt doesn’t help to hear “marriage takes work.” What helps are practical insights on what can make a big difference in your marriage if you consistently do them. What helps is the reminder of what your purpose for marriage is in the first place. That’s what this 2-part series will give you. Your marriage is so incredibly important as it bears the image of Christ and the church to the world. In this podcast, you will get practical advice and encouragement you can use right away.
Marriage Tips as we reflect on 21 Years together - Part 1
October 06, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBWe all know marriage takes work. Tune in to hear the first seven of fifteen keys in part one of this two-part series where Isaac and Angie share what they believe has helped their marriage thrive over the 21 years of their marriage. Practical insights on things they have consistently implemented for over two decades, plus sharing some of the mistakes they have made. It’s sure to help any marriage.
Reject Passivity & Be Courageous
September 29, 2020 21:35 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBWe no longer can just move forward, as usual, it’s time for Christians to stand strong for Biblical truth, voice their political opinions, and influence the culture. Remember, it’s a choice to cave into the bullying nature of today’s culture. Unfortunately, too many Christians are choosing to be in submission to the spoken and unspoken threats. It’s time to stand strong and make a difference in this uncertain world. Isaac and Angie share some practical ideas in this episode.