The Intentional Parents Podcast
Intentional
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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Sep 9, 2020 • 48min
The Importance of Family in our Cultural Moment (Interview with Derrick and Jamie Foxworth)
Today we have Derrick and Jamie Foxworth on the show. Derrick and Jamie are an incredible, dynamic couple who are changing the world one day at a time. Derrick is a police officer and Jamie a nurse. In this cultural moment we find ourselves in they have had to navigate a plethora of changes and challenges all while raising three kids and teaching them Gods heart along the way. We dive into Gods heart for Biblical justice and what happens when our identity is truly defined by Jesus. We talk through the challenges of teaching our kids how to have a justice like Jesus in our world as well as how to educate our kids in what Gods heart is for justice and how healthy families lead to healthy societies. 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
Aug 12, 2020 • 58min
Intentional Fatherhood (Interview with Scott Harrison of Charity Water)
Today we have Scott Harrison on the show. He is the founder and CEO of Charity Water which is a nonprofit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water to people in developing countries. Scott is very intentional in everything he does especially being a father. He has an incredible story and he is an incredible human. We cover his life, the origin story of charity water and how he had such a faithful and incredible father himself. We cover the hard path Scott followed and the story of Gods redemption of a fascinating prodigal son story which has resulted in some world changing endeavors. We know you will be encouraged and blessed by this conversation. 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 Scott’s Book: https://www.charitywater.org/thirstCharity Water: https://www.charitywater.org
Aug 5, 2020 • 1h 15min
How to talk to your kids about racism, the third option and what the Bible says our response should be (Interview with Dr. Mark Strong)
Today we have Dr. Mark Strong on the show. Dr. Mark Strong has served as the Lead Pastor of Life Change Church since 1988. A dynamic and diverse church located in the heart of the city of Portland, Oregon. He is a gifted communicator who has preached and taught the Bible throughout the United States and the world. His passion is to build the church, and help people find freedom and grow in their relationship with Christ. He is the author of Church for the Fatherless, The Divine Merger, and the Forgiveness Factor with Bruce Wilkinson. In the current climate we find ourselves in Mark gives remarkable insight to the “Third Option” in regards to the systemic racism that exists in America today and how as families we can understand, talk about, and teach others what Jesus’ way is and what it looks like. 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 Life Change Church: https://www.lifechangechurch.org
Jun 3, 2020 • 57min
Learning to Accept the Life I Actually Have- An Interview with Tammy Comer
In this episode we interviewed Tammy Comer and heard her story of chronic health problems and what it looks like to come to a place of acceptance and true joy. We talk about being honest with yourself, with God and with others and the intimacy that comes when we let go of what we thought our lives would be and accept what is. Man’s Search for Meaning:https://www.amazon.com/dp/0807014273/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HFT1EbN2TTWPE 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
May 27, 2020 • 50min
Grieving honestly, what happens when we stop suppressing emotions, and how honest can we actually be with God?
In this episode, Diane and Elizabeth talk honestly about learning to grieve the hard things in life and about who God says He is in the midst of it. Whether it’s a major sickness or loss, a difficult relationship or the challenging season of Covid-19, we all have something to grieve and learning to do that honestly before God can become a beautiful and powerful gift. Episode on Suffering:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-intentional-parents-podcast/id1462206659?i=1000475169492 Birdie’s Story:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-intentional-parents-podcast/id1462206659?i=1000450191917 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
May 20, 2020 • 1h 7min
Diane’s story: Unexpected gifts in suffering, hearing God’s voice in a world void of sound and teaching our kid’s a theology of suffering.
Diane Comer shares her story of going deaf and her journey of anger, acceptance, a transformed faith and learning to listed to God in the silence. She talks about how important it is to teach our children a theology of suffering and who God is in the midst of hard things. Books mentioned: He Speaks in the Silence: Finding Intimacy with God by Learning to Listen https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310341795/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_R8eXEbAAX9DR3 Everything Happens for a Reason: And Other Lies I've Lovedwww.amazon.com/dp/0399592083/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_s9eXEbZ4XC7AC 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
Apr 29, 2020 • 59min
Kids who are wired differently, sensory processing and viewing our children as fearfully and wonderfully made (Interview with Michelle Colquhoun Occupational Therapist)
Today we invited a very special person on to the podcast. Michelle Colquhoun is Birdie James, Brook and Elizabeth’s daughter’s, Occupational Therapist. We have found so many helpful and insightful tools in raising kids with special and unique needs through Michelle. She has been an OT for many years and lives in Bend OR with her husband and two children. If you are struggling to find hope and practical help in raising your “fearfully and wonderfully” made child then tune in. 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
Apr 22, 2020 • 1h 1min
Intentional Living (Interview with Dino and Ashley Petrone)
Today we have some sweet friends on the podcast Dino and Ashley Petrone. You may know Ashley from her really fun and inspiring, design forward instagram page (@arrowsandbow) or Dino’s incredible cooking and health skills…Wherever you know them from, they are so spirit-filled, intentional, and purposeful with how they live their life! We cover creative ideas for your marriage, and parenting. We talk through practical marriage tools and how to have fun in your marriage no matter what stage you find yourselves in. Lastly we share some helpful advice on how to thrive as a family during the shelter in place order. 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
Apr 15, 2020 • 58min
5 Ways to Flourish While Homeschooling During Covid-19
Are you confused? Are you overwhelmed? Are you stressed? Well, your not alone! Today we share 5 ways to flourish while homeschooling during Covid - 19. We cover some of the essentials ways to flourish as a family when we are all together all the time. How to thrive during this time not just survive? We give practical examples, stories, and scripture to help along the way. 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
Apr 8, 2020 • 38min
The Box
Today we review an important tool of discipline called “The Box”. This is hands down one of the most helpful tools in creating a safe place for your child to grow, thrive and become who God intended them to be. In this episode we talk through and get a quick refresher on all sides of “The Box” being Jesus, Order, Discipline, and Affirmation. We talk through what it looks like practically to make Jesus the center of your life, home, and parenting. We want to paint a compelling picture of who Jesus is to our children. Lots of practical ideas to implement in this episode as well as deep insight on how to instill a heart for Jesus in your child at any age. Hope you 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
