The Intentional Parents Podcast

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In a world where distractions are endless and culture constantly pulls us in different directions, it’s more important than ever to remain intentional in your marriage and parenting. Brook and Elizabeth Mosser, alongside Phil and Diane Comer, invite you into a conversation about biblical formation — offering wisdom, encouragement, and practical tools for raising passionate Jesus followers. As an intergenerational team that is also family, we bridge the perspectives of different life stages, drawing from both decades-long experience and fresh insight on the topics of parenting and marriage. From vulnerable Q+R sessions to insightful guest interviews, we explore real-life stories of both steady formation and radical transformation — unpacking how God is shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. Join us each week as we pursue God’s design for life, marriage, and parenting — with intention.

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Apr 7, 2021 • 29min

Creating self motivated learners, choosing curriculum, and why it’s ok to disappoint people sometimes (Homeschool Q & A Part 2)

In this episode we talk about: ⁃ Why curriculum is made to serve you and not the other way around. ⁃ How to create a memory hook so that what you teach will stick ⁃ Why we want to create self motivated learners ⁃ Working outside the home and homeschooling ⁃ How to make homeschool work financially in a “more is more” culture ⁃ How our perspective changes things Resources Mentioned: Websites:http://www.cathyduffyreviews.com Books:The Call of the Wild and Free by Ainsley Armenthttps://www.amazon.com/Call-Wild-Free-Reclaiming-Education/dp/0062916513/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=wild+and+free+book&qid=1605680165&sprefix=wild+and+free&sr=8-3 Teaching From Rest by Sarah Mackenzie https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Rest-Homeschoolers-Guide-Unshakable/dp/1600512879/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=teaching+from+rest&qid=1605680275&sprefix=teaching+from+rrst&sr=8-3 Follow us on instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: http://intentionalparents.orgSupport: https://www.intentionalparents.org/giveBlog: https://www.intentionalparents.org/blog

Nov 11, 2020 • 58min

Homeschooling with toddlers, getting creative with the small moments and knowing when it’s time to stop homeschooling (Homeschool Q + A Part 1)

In this episode, Diane and Elizabeth answer your questions about homeschooling. They talk about how in the world we homeschool while having babies and toddlers, a daily schedule and when it doesn’t work, what to do when you feel burnt out and how to know if it’s time to put your kids back in school. Follow along with us on Instagram @intentional_parents and feel free to submit anymore questions to us there! Follow us on instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: http://intentionalparents.orgSupport: https://www.intentionalparents.org/giveBlog: https://www.intentionalparents.org/blog

Nov 4, 2020 • 50min

Less Than Ideal Homeschooling, The Burden of Being Human and the Gift of Accepting What’s Happening Right Now

Parent’s of school aged children have all found themselves homeschooling in this unique season. In this episode we talk about starting with “why” and how that helps us accept the current season we are in. We talk about the pitfalls of idealism and what it looks like to offer your children what you, their parent, can uniquely offer them that no one else can. Resources Mentioned: For the Children’s Sake: Foundations for Education for Home and School by Susan Schaffer Macaulayhttps://www.amazon.com/Childrens-Sake-Foundations-Education-School/dp/1433506955 Follow us on instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.orgSupport: https://www.intentionalparents.org/giveBlog: https://www.intentionalparents.org/blog Books Mentioned:Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Familyhttps://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Gospel-Principles-Radically-Change/dp/1433551934/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3rOFwvrD7AIVFAnnCh1gTQN3EAAYAiAAEgIyZPD_BwE&hvadid=323439372385&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9033151&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=b&hvrand=154142179339433268&hvtargid=kwd-773194811983&hydadcr=17776_10948968&keywords=book+paul+tripp&qid=1603223925&sr=8-5&tag=googhydr-20

Oct 28, 2020 • 51min

Conflict resolution in the family, grandparents, and how to prepare for children (Q+A Part 2)

Today we answer your questions…again! Thank you for sending in such great questions. WE cover How to implement the box? How to invite grandparents into your life? What is the difference between gossip and communication? We answer these questions and many more. Enjoy! Follow us on instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: http://intentionalparents.orgSupport: https://www.intentionalparents.org/giveBlog: https://www.intentionalparents.org/blog Books Mentioned:Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Familyhttps://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Gospel-Principles-Radically-Change/dp/1433551934/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3rOFwvrD7AIVFAnnCh1gTQN3EAAYAiAAEgIyZPD_BwE&hvadid=323439372385&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9033151&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=b&hvrand=154142179339433268&hvtargid=kwd-773194811983&hydadcr=17776_10948968&keywords=book+paul+tripp&qid=1603223925&sr=8-5&tag=googhydr-20

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The Intentional Parents Podcast

Episodes

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The Teenage Years (Part 2)

Teenagers, 3 secrets, and what if you don’t like your kids?

How to become aware of your responsibility as a father

Personal, Practical and Powerful Prayer

Hesed! (what it is, why it’s important and how it will transform your marriage)

Stability in the Midst of Chaos

Creating self motivated learners, choosing curriculum, and why it’s ok to disappoint people sometimes (Homeschool Q & A Part 2)

Homeschooling with toddlers, getting creative with the small moments and knowing when it’s time to stop homeschooling (Homeschool Q + A Part 1)

Less Than Ideal Homeschooling, The Burden of Being Human and the Gift of Accepting What’s Happening Right Now

Conflict resolution in the family, grandparents, and how to prepare for children (Q+A Part 2)

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