As parents, we know raising kids is the opposite of neat and tidy. Pardon the Mess is a podcast for Christian moms who love Jesus, love their kids, and still feel behind on most days. Each week, host Scarlet takes one real parenting mess (morning meltdowns, discipline guilt, raising kind kids in a world that doesn't feel kind) and untangles it with honesty and grace, one small, faithful step at a time. No five-step systems. No longer to-do lists. Just clarity about what matters most and permission to let the rest go.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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Pardon the Mess with Scarlet Hiltibidal - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
Parenting alone & isolated with Karen Stubbs - Story 9
—45 min
Welcome to Week 9 of our Summer of Stories series! This Summer we have been featuring stories of incredible moms that have endured significant challenges. Through these stories, we pray you will remember that God is faithful and always with you through life’s most challenging moments. In this week’s story, you will hear from the hilarious and wise Karen Stubbs. How many people can say they married a Top Gun fighter pilot? Well, Karen married that guy we saw in the movies. However, she very quickly realized that the cute uniform wasn't that cute when he was away most days of the month. Karen’s story is one of raising her young four kids without support. So many of you know this road - whether you are a single mom, have a husband that travels or works often or even if you live from friends and community. Karen shares the very honest truth of what God did when she felt completely alone and isolated in motherhood. Make sure you get to the end when Karen shares about parenting very different personalities. She explains why it’s so important that we really know how our kids operate and the benefits of parenting them with strengths in mind. I am praying Karen’s story reaches so many moms that feel in over their heads and you find reassurance that God is with you every step of the way. Karen is now a grandmother and runs a global ministry for moms. She has mounds of wisdom and truth that you will enjoy! In this episode, we discuss: How to parent alone from single parenting to a traveling husband How to practically survive in a world with little support and community When you realize your husband cannot meet your needs How to parent kids with unique personalities When your child questions their faith Love, Courtney 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:53 Challenges of Military Life 08:01 Relying on God to Meet Needs 11:03 Impact on Children and Marriage 14:25 Understanding and Parenting According to Temperaments 20:13 Navigating the Challenges of Raising Kids in the Church 24:16 Finding Hope in Difficult Circumstances 31:49 Practical Parenting Advice from 'The Survival Guide to Motherhood' Connect with Pardon The Mess: Christian Parenting Pardon The Mess Courtney DeFeo Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of Faith Resources from today’s show: Birds On A Wire Moms Wire Talk Podcast Survival Guide to Motherhood by Karen Stubbs Pinc Ministries with Ashley Hicks Temperament & Personality Quiz Parenting Together NLT Student Thinline Reference Bible Hope for your Homeschool Pardon the Mess is part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network. As a donor funded ministry, we rely on generous supporters like you to keep this show going. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider giving a gift today. Join the Christian Parenting Legacy Builders community Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Pardon the Mess with Scarlet Hiltibidal - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
How do I fit in God’s story? with Jonathan Murphy
—36 min
Welcome back! Have you ever wondered if you fit in the story of God? Maybe you’re reading your Bible and just wonder how it all works together. As Christian parents, it’s important to wrestle with these types of questions. These questions will certainly come up as your kids take their faith journey. My guest today is Dr. Jonathan Murphy and he helps us tackle questions of faith. He is the senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, a seminary professor and author. Most importantly, he is a wife to my friend Sarah-Jane and they have four beautiful children. My favorite part is when Jonathan reminds us that we all have the same purpose - to love God and to love others. There is great joy found in that purpose. This was a powerful reminder to me to stay obedient where He has me planted - in this season of parenting, in this current city and current time in history. Connect with Pardon The Mess: Christian Parenting Pardon The Mess Courtney DeFeo ORDER YOUR 2026-2027 PRAYER JOURNAL NOW Resources from today’s show: Authentic Influencer by Dr. Jonathan Murphy The Story of God and Us by Dr. Jonathan Murphy Tik Tok inspiration - man caring for veteran Sign up for Morning Minute Christian Parenting Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Pardon the Mess with Scarlet Hiltibidal - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
BONUS: Follow: Treasures in Heaven
—9 min
“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 is not a bad thing in itself. What is bad is putting those things before following God. Jesus tells us very clearly that we cannot serve two Gods, meaning we cannot serve both God and money (Matthew 6:24). Instead of focusing our minds and hearts on all the things that money can buy, we are to focus our minds and hearts on the greatest gift that money cannot buy: Jesus and his kingdom. This is so hard in our current influencer society, where you can't use your phone without feeling like you need to buy something or compare yourself to someone else, and it starts young! This week let’s pray that our kids focus their hearts on things that are eternal instead of temporary. Let’s pray that they follow God by putting their energy into what God has for them instead of what the world tells them will make them happy and fulfilled. Father God, you gave us everything when you gave us the gift of salvation through Jesus. I pray for ___________________. I pray that they store up treasures in heaven, that they fix their eyes on the unseen things that honor and bring glory to you Lord, not on the things of this earth. When they are tempted to idolize material things, give them the strength to see past the temptation and recenter themselves on the things that matter most. Amen. Get your printed copy of A Life of Faith: Prayer Journal Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Pardon the Mess with Scarlet Hiltibidal - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
For the parents of special needs kids with Jessica Hurlbut
—40 min
Did you know that Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network? There are 29 podcasts for Christian parents within our network. Our guest today, Jessica Hurlbut , is the co-host of the popular Full Spectrum Parents podcast, a faith-based podcast for parents who are raising kids with autism. I learned so much from Jessica today and I know you will too. Whether you are raising a child with autism, down syndrome, learning disability or any other special needs diagnosis - you will be so encouraged by her story. Greg and Jessica Hurlbut are parents of five children: two autistic, two adopted, and one future president. Their heartfelt desire is to serve special needs families each week with a dose of help, a dose of humor, and a dose of hope. My favorite part is at the end when she encourages parents with a new diagnosis. As I think about what my sister has walked through with her son - I know she would echo what Jessica is sharing. She shares that all kids are a gift and that the pain and shock of the new diagnosis doesn’t last forever. In this episode, we chat about: How autism killed her perfectionism Public perception of families with special needs (how to judge less) What all children want - no matter how their brain works Encouragement for parents with a new diagnosis Enjoy! Courtney Chapters: (03:01) Life in Upstate New York (05:58) Family Dynamics and Motherhood Journey (09:03) Navigating Autism and Special Needs (11:59) Faith and Challenges in Parenting (14:59) The Role of Humor and Perspective in Parenting (18:14) The Journey of Seeking Solutions for Autism (20:11) A Shift in Perspective: From Fixing to Loving (22:34) Embracing Humility and the Gift of Children (24:46) Navigating Public Perception and Judgment (25:27) The Impact of Media on Parental Healing (28:15) Fostering Empathy in Children (30:18) The Importance of Compassion and Understanding (34:27) Words of Encouragement for New Parents (36:15) Finding Strength in God During Difficult Times Connect with Pardon The Mess: Christian Parenting Pardon The Mess Courtney DeFeo Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of Faith Resources from today’s show: The Unbreakable Boy movie Connect with Jessica Full Spectrum Parents Podcast Unlimited Motherhood - Jessica’s book Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Pardon the Mess with Scarlet Hiltibidal - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
How to utilize (not avoid) conflict in your marriage with Michael Jr. and Ebony Wright
—40 min
Comedian Michael Jr went from living in his car to one of the most influential and talented comedians in the country. In fact, he used to open the show for Jerry Seinfeld and went on to headline his own shows. He is now sharing the stage with his wife, Ebony, as they focus on strengthening marriages across the country. This engaging couple shares many great pieces of wisdom and insight during our episode, but I really enjoyed how they speak about conflict. It’s so easy to avoid conflict at all costs. They encourage us to utilize conflict for the greatness of marriage My favorite part (or least favorite) was when Michael Jr. asked me to share honestly about a recent disagreement I had with Ron. He went through the list of the fruit of the Spirit to see how I was handling a specific situation. And I bombed his test. It was embarrassing, but really challenged me on how I handle conflict. I love their hearts for marriage. They have a passion to remind couples that marriage is GOOD and it does work. In this episode, we discuss: How easy it is to drift in marriage when kids are in the home How to keep your marriage a priority and intentionally connect How to utilize conflict instead of avoiding it Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Family Background 04:04 Letting Go and Trusting God with Our Children 08:54 Faith as a Consistent and Visible Part of Family Life 23:53 Merging Talents to Help Couples Find Joy in Marriage 29:19 Revealing Areas of Freedom Through Conflict Connect with Pardon The Mess: Christian Parenting Pardon The Mess Courtney DeFeo Resources from today’s show: Funny How Marriage Works Assessment for your conflict resolution Emotions Wheel Funny How Marriage Works Tour Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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