Prayers for Parents | Biblical Parenting, Christian Family, Homeschool & Discipleship
A Christian parenting podcast dedicated to helping families raise children who flourish in faith, character, and wonder. Each week it explores conversations about parenting, marriage, homeschooling, family discipleship, and building a Christ-centered home. The show challenges cultural parenting trends and pursues God's design for family life. It offers practical tools for new parents, homeschooling families, foster or adoptive parents, and anyone wanting to disciple their children well.
Episodes
30: A Prayer for the Waiting Room | Trusting God When Life Is Uncertain
I started writing this prayer while I was at the ER with my four year old little boy. The wait felt like an eternity, of course, as we sat there in limbo while they interpreted his test results. Thank goodness he was fine, but I just thought of how many others in my life right now are stuck in seasons of waiting. We most often wish away the waiting, but there is so much the Lord has for us in the
29: Teaching Our Kids the Bible as One Story: Scripture, Discipleship and a Faith That Is Lived with Douglas Vandergraph
What does it look like to raise children who don't just memorize Bible verses, but actually know Scripture, understand its story, and live out their faith?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, Macy sits down with Christian creator and Bible teacher Douglas Vandergraph to talk about biblical parenting, discipleship, and the power of immersing our children in the whole story of Scripture.Dougl
28: Using Story to Disciple Your Children + Christian Grandparenting with Gayle Veitenheimer
What if some of the most powerful opportunities for teaching biblical truth are hiding inside the books our kids already love?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, Macy Bassler sits down with Bible teacher, author, and Christian grandmother Gayle Veitenheimer to talk about the powerful role of story and literature in Christian parenting and family discipleship.Gayle is the co-author of the Kings
27: A Prayer for Change and New Seasons | Christian Parenting & Motherhood
A Prayer for the Changing Seasons | Trusting God When Life ChangesThere is a time for everything and a season for every activity under heaven.In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we pause to reflect on the changing seasons of life and motherhood—and remember that while our circumstances continually change, God remains faithful and unchanging.Whether you're welcoming a new season with relief or
26: When Wonder Becomes Worship: Raising Kids Who Know Their Bodies, Love Learning, and See God in Creation with Herbalist and Educator Camila Johnson
What if one of the most important things we can give our children isn't simply an education—but a sense of wonder?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, Macy sits down with Camila Johnson, a former public school educator, homeschool mom, and creator of Eden's Table Homeschool Curriculum, to talk about education, faith, nature, health, curiosity, and the ordinary ways we can help our child
25: The Theology of the Dinner Table: Why Family Meals Matter for Faith & Family
Throughout Scripture, meals are places of fellowship, discipleship, hospitality, celebration, teaching, and remembrance. Jesus regularly gathered around tables with His disciples, sinners, tax collectors, Pharisees, and friends. And in our own homes, the dinner table can become one of the most ordinary—and most formative—places where we disciple our children.In this episode of Prayers for Parents,
24: A Prayer for Your Child to Never Lose Their Sense of Wonder
What if we could raise children who never become numb to the wonder of God’s creation?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we pray a blessing over our children from Romans 8:18–25—asking God to preserve their sense of wonder as they grow, to lead their curiosity toward truth and wisdom, and ultimately to turn their wonder into worship.We pray that our children will continue to marvel at the ord
23: How much should our children know about the world? Guarding our children's hearts and the illusion of neutrality
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” — Proverbs 4:23What does it actually look like to guard our children’s hearts in a world where smartphones, tablets, social media, YouTube, and the internet can bring virtually anything into our homes?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we talk honestly about the responsibility Christian parents have to protect and shephe
22: Unity in Parenting: Building a Stronger Marriage and Stronger Family
Parenting is hard enough without feeling like you're on opposing teams.In this episode of Prayers for Parents, Macy and Andrew discuss why unity between husband and wife is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children. They share practical wisdom from their own parenting journey—including foster care, homeschooling, finances, discipline, and everyday disagreements—and explain why havin
21: Are we pushing worldly success onto our kids? Redefining success
Redefining Success: Raising Faithful Children in an Achievement-Obsessed World | Prayers for Parents PodcastAre we raising children to impress the world—or to faithfully follow Christ?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, Macy and Andrew challenge the cultural definition of success and compare it to what Scripture actually teaches. From academics and athletics to technology, careers, and finance
20: Children Are for War: Psalm 127, Biblical Parenting & Raising Godly Children
Are children a burden—or one of God's greatest blessings?In this episode of Prayers for Parents: Biblical Parenting, Christian Family, Homeschool & Discipleship, we dive into Psalm 127:3–5 to discover why God describes children as a heritage from the Lord, a reward, and arrows in the hands of a warrior. In a culture that often encourages parents to delay children in pursuit of career, travel,
19: Christian Parenting: Identity in Christ vs. Self-Esteem | Raising Confident Kids God's Way
How do we help our children become confident without teaching them to build their identity around themselves?Today's culture tells parents that the answer to every insecurity is higher self-esteem. We hear that children need constant praise, positive affirmations, and unwavering confidence in themselves. But is that what Scripture teaches?In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we explore what
18: A Prayer for Parenting a Child with Special Needs | Finding Hope in Romans 8
Parenting a child with special needs can be one of the most beautiful and heartbreaking callings a parent will ever experience. The appointments, therapies, unanswered questions, and constant advocacy can leave us weary. Yet Scripture reminds us that our hope does not rest in this broken world—it rests in the promise of Christ's redemption.In today's episode of Prayers for Parents, we medi
17: Biblical Parenting vs. Gentle Parenting: What Christians Need to Know About Raising Godly Kids
Is gentle parenting actually biblical?Gentleness is one of the fruits of the Spirit, so it's understandable why many Christian parents are drawn to gentle parenting. But is today's gentle parenting movement the same thing the Bible describes?In this episode of The Fruitful Family Podcast, we explore the important differences between biblical parenting and modern gentle parenting. While Scripture c
16: A Prayer Before a Workout: Honoring God with Your Body (Christian Fitness for Moms)
Prayer Before Your Workout 🤍 Honoring God with Your Body |Christian Workout Motivation: A Prayer Before You ExerciseIn this episode of Prayers for Parents, we reframe exercise as more than just a physical routine—it becomes an act of worship.Whether you’re squeezing in a quick workout between responsibilities, recovering postpartum, or training toward a goal, this guided prayer invites you to appr
15: A Prayer for a Sick Child | Prayer for the Anxious Mom
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we enter one of the most tender and difficult spaces in motherhood—caring for a sick child.When your little one is hurting, it can leave you feeling helpless, anxious, and desperate for comfort. This guided prayer is designed to meet you right there—in the late nights, the quiet worries, and the deep longing to see your child restored.Through Scripture and p
14: A Prayer for Moms Feeling Pressure to Keep Up | Choosing Holiness Over the World
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we slow down and confront a quiet but powerful struggle many parents face—the pressure to keep up.In a world that constantly pushes us toward comparison, achievement, and being “in the know,” this prayer invites you to step out of the noise and into something better: a life set apart.Through Scripture and guided prayer, we’re reminded that we were never call
13: Prayer for Finding God In Everyday Chores (Doing the Dishes)
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we turn an everyday chore into a sacred rhythm. This prayer for doing the dishes invites you to encounter God not in spite of the mundane, but right in the middle of it. As plates clink and water runs, we’re reminded that even the smallest acts of service can become opportunities for gratitude, peace, and worship.If you’ve ever felt frustration rise over a s
12: A Prayer for Battling Discouragement in Parenting
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we bring the heavy weight of discouragement before the Lord. Parenting can often feel like unseen, slow work—where effort doesn’t immediately produce visible results. In those moments, doubt can creep in, making us question whether what we’re doing truly matters.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode encourages parents to remain faithful, trust Go
11: A Prayer for Unity in Parenting
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we focus on the importance of unity between parents as they navigate the daily decisions of raising children. Disagreement in parenting styles, convictions, and preferences is inevitable—but Scripture calls couples to pursue harmony, humility, and forgiveness as they lead their families together.Through Scripture and a guided prayer, this episode helps paren
10: A Prayer for Fighting Our Feelings
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we explore the tension between emotions and obedience. While feelings are a gift from God, they are not meant to lead us. Scripture calls us to take our thoughts captive, test our emotions against truth, and walk in faith—even when our feelings don’t align.Through guided prayer and biblical reflection, this episode equips parents to resist emotional reactivi
9: A Prayer for Resisting Idleness
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we reflect on what it means to faithfully steward our time, energy, and calling in the midst of everyday family life. When distractions, fatigue, and the pull toward comfort tempt us into idleness, God’s Word calls us back to purposeful, wholehearted living.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode helps parents realign their hearts, resist passive h
8: A Prayer for Uncertain Times-Christian prayer for anxiety
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we bring our anxieties, fears, and need for control before the Lord. Parenting often exposes how deeply we crave certainty—but Scripture calls us to something greater: surrender, trust, and peace in the midst of the unknown.Through reflective prayer, this episode helps parents release their grip on what they cannot control and rest in the sovereignty and goo
7: A Prayer for the Grieving Parent
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we bring the deep and often isolating burden of grief before the Lord. Parenting through loss, sorrow, or unmet longing can feel overwhelming—especially when you are still called to care for and lead your children in the midst of your own pain.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode offers comfort, perspective, and hope for grieving parents—remindi
6: A Prayer for Presence of Mind
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we turn our attention to the struggle of distraction in everyday family life. In a world full of competing demands, it’s easy to become mentally absent—even while physically present with our children.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode invites parents to slow down, refocus their hearts, and cultivate true presence—choosing what matters most in
5: A Prayer for Cheerfulness
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we focus on cultivating cheerfulness in the everyday work of parenting. When the demands of family life feel overwhelming, it’s easy to become impatient, harsh, or task-focused—losing sight of the joy and purpose in what God has entrusted to us.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode helps parents soften their hearts, steward their words wisely, an
4: A Prayer for When Siblings Fight
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we bring the challenge of sibling conflict before the Lord. Disagreements, arguments, and tension between children are a normal part of family life—but they can also be one of the most draining and discouraging aspects of parenting.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode equips parents with a biblical perspective on conflict, helping you respond wi
3: A Prayer for Doing the Laundry
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we reframe one of the most ordinary—and often dreaded—tasks of family life: laundry. What if this daily rhythm wasn’t just another chore to get through, but an opportunity to encounter God’s grace?Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode invites parents to see the sacred in the mundane—to recognize that even the piles of laundry are evidence of a fu
2: A Prayer for Decluttering the Soul
In this episode of Prayers for Parents, we turn inward to examine the clutter that quietly accumulates in our hearts and minds. From comparison and distraction to overcommitment and hidden sin, these burdens can weigh us down and hinder our ability to parent with clarity and purpose.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode invites parents to lay aside every weight, pursue holiness, and cr
1: New Year Prayer for Parents: Hope and Trust in God for the Year Ahead
In this first episode of Prayers for Parents, we reflect on the year behind us and entrust the year ahead to God. The turning of the calendar invites both gratitude and grief—remembrance of what has been and anticipation of what is to come.Through Scripture and guided prayer, this episode helps parents anchor their hope not in circumstances or outcomes, but in the unchanging promise that God is ma
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