This week’s episode of the Christian Parenting Podcast is such a life-giving conversation, one that will fill your heart and equip you with fresh encouragement for the days ahead. I got to sit down with Hosanna Wong, who is a powerhouse of wisdom and truth. She’s a spoken word artist, pastor, and author, and she joined me to talk about raising kids who know who they are and whose they are.

Hosanna shares her own story of growing up in a ministry family, the challenges she faced with identity and belonging, and the deep healing she found in God’s love. She also gives us a peek into her brand-new children’s book, What God Says About You, and let me tell you, it’s a gem.

Here’s a glimpse of what we cover in today’s episode:

• The importance of repeating truth until it takes root

• How to help your kids find their identity in Christ, not culture

• Why building a church community matters even if it looks unconventional

• Simple ways to navigate big topics like social media with grace and guidance

This is such a rich, encouraging conversation especially for those of us wanting to raise kids who walk in confidence, knowing they are deeply loved by God.

Meet Hosanna Wong:

Hosanna is an international speaker, spoken word artist, and best-selling author known for bringing the Word of God to life through creative teaching. She’s the author of How (Not) to Save the World, and her latest project, a children’s book called What God Says About You helps parents speak biblical identity into their kids’ lives. Her ministry is passionate about equipping people to live boldly in the love and truth of Jesus.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. And as always, if it blesses you, would you leave a quick review or share it with a friend? Your support helps more parents find these conversations and I’m so grateful for you.

(00:00) Introduction and Background

(03:0) Journey Through Spoken Word Poetry

(05:54) Experiences with Church and Community

(09:01) The Impact of Parents on Faith

(12:02) Understanding Spoken Word Poetry

(15:11) The Power of Identity in Christ

(18:03) Engaging the Younger Generation

(21:00) Practical Tips for Parents

(24:03) The Names God Calls Us

(27:11) Conclusion and Resources

Connect with Hosanna

https://www.hosannawong.com/

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Resources Mentioned

I Have a New Name video

I Have a New Name Coloring Book

Christian Parenting Christmas Gift Guide

Christian Parenting resources

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In this week’s episode Brendt Blanks shares how so many of us, especially moms, wrestle with thoughts that aren’t true. And if we’re not careful, those thoughts become beliefs. Brendt helps us learn how to pause, notice, and replace those lies with God’s truth, and her insight is incredibly freeing.

Here are a few things we talk about:

• How to recognize and disrupt negative thought cycles

• Why scripture and worship are powerful tools for mental renewal

• What it looks like to replace cultural lies with biblical truth

• The importance of grace when change feels hard or slow

This episode is full of practical steps and hopeful reminders and I hope it feels like a deep breath for your soul today.

Brendt spent 17 years as a licensed marriage and family therapist before stepping into her new role as an author and content creator. Her debut book, Listen Closer: Believing God's Truth Over the World's Lies, invites women to quiet the noise of the world and tune in to the voice of God. She’s passionate about helping others understand their worth, embrace truth, and live with freedom.

Listen in and don’t forget to check out the link to her book below! And if you’re enjoying these episodes, it means so much when you leave a review or share it with a friend.

(00:00) Introduction to Family and Change

(02:46) Navigating Parenting Transitions

(05:35) From Therapist to Content Creator

(08:38) Embracing Change and Fear

(11:28) Common Lies Women Believe

(14:14) Recognizing Negative Cycles

(17:07) The Power of Scripture and Music

(19:43) Practical Steps to Replace Lies

(22:46) Final Encouragement for Parents

Connect with Brendt

https://shegaveitago.com

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Resources Mentioned

Listen Closer audio book

Listen Closer book

Christian Parenting resources

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If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to help your kids navigate their big feelings, or if you’re still figuring out your own emotional landscape, this episode is for you.

I’m joined by Debra Fileta, and she’s bringing a fresh perspective from her brand-new children’s book, Any Day Emotions. We talk about raising emotionally healthy families, what it looks like to model emotional regulation as a parent, and why emotional intelligence is just as important as spiritual formation in our homes.

Here are a few things you’ll take away from this conversation:

• Why our kids need names for their emotions and how language helps them grow
• What it means to do your own inner work as a parent so you can show up with calm and compassion
• How to model emotional resilience by being honest, but not heavy, with your kids
• Why helping kids manage emotions is not coddling, but preparing them for life and faith

If you want practical tools, biblical encouragement, and a gentle nudge to grow alongside your kids emotionally, this episode is packed with wisdom. And don’t forget to check out Debra’s new book Any Day Emotions, a beautiful resource for helping children learn to feel and heal.

Debra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, speaker, and author of multiple books, including Are You Really OK?, Reset, and Choosing Marriage. Her work focuses on emotional and spiritual wellness, helping individuals and families heal from the inside out. Any Day Emotions is her first children’s book, written to empower kids with the tools they need to understand and manage their emotions in healthy, faith-filled ways.

00:00 Introduction to Emotional Health in Families

05:49 The Importance of Early Conversations

12:00 Encouraging Healthy Emotional Expression

18:05 Navigating Parent-Child Emotional Dynamics

23:55 Resources for Parents on Emotional Health

Connect with Debra

https://debrafileta.com/

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Resources Mentioned

Any Day Emotions

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