COURAGEOUS PARENTING

Critical 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!

The 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...

The 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...

Vision 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!

Do 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 bel...

Have 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 authorit...

Are 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 watchi...

Get 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...

A 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.

The 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, stan...

You 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.

The 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...

If 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 prac...

Christians 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 ar...

Are 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.

It 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...

We 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.

We 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 th...

The Courageous Parenting ministry, our family’s reputation, and legacy have been unjustly attacked by the illegal slander and false accusations of Brenda Marie Davies and Stelle Jacobson and we need your help in order to keep Courageous Parenting going. We reveal the truth with evidence of their wrongdoing, raw conversations, and our daughters share powerful testimonies. Of course, we’ve tried to...

During uncertain times we must be strategic in our thought process if we are relocating. Tune in to hear the reasons that have prompted the Tolpin’s to move to a new US state, both spiritual and political. In uncertain times we have to be more flexible, keep our priorities straight, and be willing to sacrifice for our legacy and family health. The location of our family today will massively impact...

Leading your family so it thrives during uncertain times takes an increase in intentional marriage conversations. There’s so much that needs to be talked about in order to be a strong team in leading during changing times. So many parents get caught off guard because they fail to discuss deep topics. We cover five conversations every marriage must have right now.

Teaching your children how to effectively communicate in the midst of handling conflict in a way that honors all kinds of people, regardless of if they are reserved and quiet or talkative verbal processors is crucial! In this episode, the strategies Isaac and Angie teach can be implemented in all relational situations, family, marriage, work, and ministry. Now more than ever there is a need for eq...

If you can’t handle conflict well, your kids will likely lack in this ability too. Get the practical wisdom on helping your kids, that will help you too. Tune into this powerful two-part series that will help you raise kids that diffuse conflict instead of being part of amplifying it.

Parenting during end times has a unique set of challenges. It takes an extra level of purposeful intention to equip confident Christian kids during uncertain times and parents need consistent motivation. So, how do you stay motivated when it feels like so many things are changing around you? Tune into this two-part series to get the five keys!

Are you finding it hard to stay motivated and to be the influence you know you need to be in your child’s life to equip them to be a confident Christian kid in their generation? Isaac and Angie share some raw and relatable stories in this episode. This is a must-listen two-part series for every parent as you will get five relevant keys to staying motivated and lead well.