• Responding to Children's Misbehavior with Kindness and Self-Control
    Jul 15 2024


    Many Christian mothers struggle with their reactions to their children's misbehavior, often responding with anger, frustration, or harsh discipline. This inconsistency between their faith values and parenting practices can lead to guilt, damaged relationships, ineffective discipline, and impact their child's faith. The podcast addresses how moms can align their responses to misbehavior with their Christian beliefs, focusing on self-regulation, gentleness, and modeling Christ's love, even in challenging moments. It explores the biblical perspective on discipline and offers practical strategies for moms to cultivate a more grace-filled, spiritually-grounded approach to guiding their children's behavior.

    You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama!

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    Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com .

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  • BONUS: Little Habits, Big Faith | New Christian Parenting Book by Christie Thomas
    Jul 13 2024
    I recently read a statistic that said 92% of Christian parents believe they are responsible for nurturing their children’s faith, but only 33% feel prepared to do so. Christie Thomas’s new book, Little Habits, Big Faith is a great resource for growing in confidence in your ability to disciple your child. Learn more about this book and check out the links below to grab it from Amazon. Christie’s Bio: After getting a BSc in Biology, Christie spent her entire adult working life in Children's Ministries until, a few years ago, God called her home to educate her three boys and to run Little Shoots, Deep Roots. She's written several books to help your kids know and love God, including Quinn's Promise Rock, and Fruit Full, a devotional on the fruit of the Spirit. Links from the episode: (This may contain some affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using these links. For more information, please see my disclosure policy.) Christie’s Website Christie’s Instagram Christie’s Facebook Christie’s Pinterest Christie’s Email Preschool Devotional Mother and Son Prayer Journal Fruit of the Spirit Family Devo Picture Books: Quinn’s Promise Rock and Quinn Says Goodbye Little Habits, Big Faith - https://amzn.to/460SQCa Register for the Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart Online Workshop: createdtoplay.com/dtcworkshop Want more personalized help with discipline? Join my monthly Membership : https://createdtoplay.com/joinmembership Printables Membership: https://createdtoplay.com/printablesmembership Free Consult Call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Facebook Group: http://createdtoplay.com/community Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart book: https://amzn.to/3XzP54s Playful Parenting book: https://amzn.to/4cRw5Tr Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/07/power-struggles/ Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com . Freebies for you: Want to work with me? Sign up for a 15-minute free coaching call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Free Bible Study on 3 Traits of God to Guide Your Discipline: https://createdtoplay.com/freebiblestudy Join my free 5-day Bible Play Challenge: https://createdtoplay.com/challenge Get 17 fun, free kid’s blessings for meals: https://createdtoplay.com/kids-blessings Even though I’m an introvert, I’m social! Let’s connect! Instagram: https://instagram.com/createdtoplay Facebook: https://facebook.com/created2play Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/createdtoplay Are you looking for a speaker for your next women’s, parenting, family, or Children’s Ministry event? I’m now booking for 2024. I’m available for virtual and live conferences, brunches, MOPS meetings, retreats, trainings, and more. More details and sample video here: createdtoplay.com/speaking Did you enjoy the show? Subscribe and leave me a 5-star review on Apple Music and make me giddy. Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay.
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  • PFP 194 | Exploring Play as a Discipline Tool in Parenting | Is Play Rewarding Bad Behavior?
    Jul 8 2024
    Welcome back to another episode of Playfully Faithful Parenting with your host, Joy Wendling. Today, we're diving into the often misunderstood role of play in discipline. Many parents perceive play as inappropriate during moments of misbehavior or power struggles. But what if there's a better way? Drawing insights from Lawrence Cohen's "Playful Parenting" and Jim and Lynn Jackson's "Discipline That Connects With Your Child's Heart," Joy explores how playful discipline can transform power struggles into opportunities for connection and growth. Discover why play is not a reward but a powerful tool to reinforce love, understanding, and the fruit of the Spirit in your parenting journey. Let's redefine discipline together and see how you can be equipped to handle those challenging moments with grace and playfulness. You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama! Links: (This may contain some affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using these links. For more information, please see my disclosure policy.) Register for the Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart Online Workshop: createdtoplay.com/dtcworkshop Want more personalized help with discipline? Join my monthly Membership : https://createdtoplay.com/joinmembership Printables Membership: https://createdtoplay.com/printablesmembership Free Consult Call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Facebook Group: http://createdtoplay.com/community Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart book: https://amzn.to/3XzP54s Playful Parenting book: https://amzn.to/4cRw5Tr Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/07/power-struggles/ Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com . Freebies for you: Want to work with me? Sign up for a 15-minute free coaching call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Free Bible Study on 3 Traits of God to Guide Your Discipline: https://createdtoplay.com/freebiblestudy Join my free 5-day Bible Play Challenge: https://createdtoplay.com/challenge Get 17 fun, free kid’s blessings for meals: https://createdtoplay.com/kids-blessings Even though I’m an introvert, I’m social! Let’s connect! Instagram: https://instagram.com/createdtoplay Facebook: https://facebook.com/created2play Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/createdtoplay Are you looking for a speaker for your next women’s, parenting, family, or Children’s Ministry event? I’m now booking for 2024. I’m available for virtual and live conferences, brunches, MOPS meetings, retreats, trainings, and more. More details and sample video here: createdtoplay.com/speaking Did you enjoy the show? Subscribe and leave me a 5-star review on Apple Music and make me giddy. Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay.
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  • PFP 193 Parent Coach's Parenting Fail | Walking through Connected Families Framework
    Jul 1 2024

    In this heartwarming episode of "Playfully Faithful Parenting," host Joy Wendling opens up about a personal parenting fail that turned into a remarkable moment of growth and connection. Listen as Joy recounts a challenging day at the park that led to frustration and embarrassment but ultimately demonstrated the transformative power of playful and faith-filled parenting. Guided by the Connected Families framework and the grace of the Holy Spirit, Joy shares how she turned a difficult situation into an opportunity for deeper connection with her child. Join me for an honest, insightful, and encouraging story that highlights the importance of meeting our children's needs with love and play, even in the toughest moments.

    You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama!

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    • Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart book: https://amzn.to/3XzP54s

    • Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/06/mentoring-beliefs/

    Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com .

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    Are you looking for a speaker for your next women’s, parenting, family, or Children’s Ministry event?

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  • PFP 192 | How to Stop Managing Your Child's Behavior
    Jun 24 2024

    Are you tired of constantly managing your kids' behavior? In this episode, we look at how you can stop managing behavior and instead mentor beliefs.

    You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama!

    Links:

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    • Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/06/mentoring-beliefs/

    Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com .

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  • PFP 191 | How to Tell Bible Stories for Kids
    Mar 11 2024
    Let’s tell Bible stories for kids that will help them to own their faith! This is episode 4 in a series on developmentally appropriate practices that will help your kids take ownership of their faith. In this episode, we look at three simple strategies to use when reading Bible stories for kids. You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama! Links: (This may contain some affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using these links. For more information, please see my disclosure policy.) Want more personalized help with telling Bible stories? Join my monthly Membership : https://createdtoplay.com/joinmembership Printables Membership: https://createdtoplay.com/printablesmembership Free Consult Call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Facebook Group: http://createdtoplay.com/community Bible Infographics Series: https://amzn.to/48MXHH8 A Moving Child is A Learning Child Book: https://amzn.to/3v4xLbZ Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/03/telling-engaging-bible-stories-for-kids/ Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com . Freebies for you: Want to work with me? Sign up for a 15-minute free coaching call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Free Bible Study on 3 Traits of God to Guide Your Discipline: https://createdtoplay.com/freebiblestudy Join my free 5-day Bible Play Challenge: https://createdtoplay.com/challenge Get 17 fun, free kid’s blessings for meals: https://createdtoplay.com/kids-blessings Even though I’m an introvert, I’m social! Let’s connect! Instagram: https://instagram.com/createdtoplay Facebook: https://facebook.com/created2play Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/createdtoplay Are you looking for a speaker for your next women’s, parenting, family, or Children’s Ministry event? I’m now booking for 2024. I’m available for virtual and live conferences, brunches, MOPS meetings, retreats, trainings, and more. More details and sample video here: createdtoplay.com/speaking Did you enjoy the show? Subscribe and leave me a 5-star review on Apple Music and make me giddy. Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay.
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  • PFP 190 | How to Help Your Child Grow Spiritually Through Play
    Mar 4 2024

    Do your kids own their faith or are they simply following you in your faith? You can help them today to take ownership of their faith for a lifetime by using play. Here are 3 tips for using play to help your child grow spiritually.

    You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama!

    Links:

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    • More on play vs entertainment - Ep 91: Play vs Entertainment | Using Play to Help Our Kids Be More Like God

    • Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/03/help-your-child-grow-spiritually/

    Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com .

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  • PFP 189 | Empowering Kids to Own Their Faith Through the Power of Play and Choice
    Feb 26 2024

    Christian mama, you want your child to choose Jesus for a lifetime. Start letting them make choices in their discipleship today to practice in the safety of your home. In this episode, I will share the benefits of choice for children and some of the important choices for kids to make to help them take ownership of their faith for a lifetime.

    You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama!

    Links:

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    • Blog on the topic: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/02/benefits-of-choice/

    Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com .

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    Are you looking for a speaker for your next women’s, parenting, family, or Children’s Ministry event?

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