Parenting with ginger hubbard

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To encourage and equip you to reach beyond outward behavior, address issues of the heart, and point your children to the transformational power of Christ.

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Episode 242 | How to Talk So Kids Will Listen

Do you ever get the feeling that your child isn’t paying attention to anything you say? Do you ever pour your heart out for a solid 15 minutes only to hear, “huh?” Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan as they discuss what the Bible says about effective communication and what we can do to ensure that we’re talking in a way that encourages our children to listen.

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Episode 241 | Praying Scripture Over Your Children with Toma Knight

Would you like to pray more intentionally for your children, not just with your own words, but with the power and authority of God’s Word? Do you ever wonder what God’s will truly is for your child—and how to pray in alignment with it? Are you longing to move beyond surface-level prayers and step into deeper, Spirit-led intercession? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Toma Knight, as they share some practical examples of what praying scripture over our children might look like in our families.

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Episode 240 | Foundations of a Praying Parent

Do you wish you had more confidence and clarity in how to pray as a parent? Are you looking for a more meaningful way to cover your kids in prayer, beyond just “God, keep them safe”? Would you like to build a consistent habit of praying with power and purpose for your kids? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss some specifics the Bible teaches about how and what parents should pray for their children.

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Episode 239 | The Power of Praying for Your Kids

Do you ever wonder if your prayers for your children really matter, or if they’re making any difference at all? Would you like to feel more confident about praying for your child’s heart, their choices, and their future? Have you ever considered why God commands you, not just encourages you, to pray for your children in every season of their lives? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they help parents understand why prayer is the most powerful and effective thing they can do for their children. 

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Episode 238 | Helping Your Anxious Child with Julie Lowe

Does your child struggle with being overly anxious and nothing you say or do seems to help? Are you looking for biblical guidance and practical tools to help calm your child’s anxious heart--and perhaps ease your own worries and well? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Julie Lowe, as they talk about how we can assess our kids’ anxiety and encourage them to turn to Jesus for help when they’re worried.

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Episode 237 | Helping Hyper Kids Find Their Calm

Do your kids have two speeds—“asleep” and “full blast”—and you’re wondering how to teach self-control without quenching their God-given spirit? Are you finding it tough to help your little ones listen and obey when they’re bouncing off the walls? Would you love some practical, peace-bringing strategies to help your high-energy kids settle down—without having to shout, bribe, or hide in the pantry? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss tips for helping kids transition smoothly from crazy to calm.

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Episode 236 | When Kids Won't Sleep

Does your child resist sleep with everything they’ve got? Is your little one waking up before sunrise and refusing to settle back down? Are you desperate for practical ways to help your kids fall and stay asleep, or at least stay put when they can’t, so everyone can get the rest they need? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss ways that parents can be intentional in helping their kids develop healthy bedtime routines and good sleep habits.

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Episode 235 | Raising Teens in a Secular Age with Melissa Kruger

Does raising a teenager in today’s culture leave you feeling overwhelmed, outnumbered, or just plain exhausted? Are you longing for real, biblical wisdom—not just trendy tips—to help guide your teen through the chaos of a secular world?  Have you ever wondered why, even after doing ‘all the right things,’ your teen still pushes back or drifts from faith in God? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Melissa Kruger, as they discuss the importance of providing a firm foundation to create an environment where teenagers’ faith can flourish.

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Episode 234 | Bedtime Battles

Does your child suddenly have to go potty five times in a row after bedtime? Do the “just one more…” requests feel never-ending—one more story, one more sip of water, one more hug? When your kids say they're scared, do you question if their fear is real or just another clever tactic to get out of bed? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss some ways we can make bedtime a little easier on everyone while still nurturing and meeting the genuine needs of our children.

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Episode 233 | When Kids Lie and Whine

Do your children struggle with lying or whining, and you aren’t sure how to get to the heart of those challenging issues and address them from a biblical perspective? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan as they discuss some practical tips on how you can get to the heart of these issues and help point your children to the transformational power of Christ.

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Episode 232 | Teaching Kids about Money with Rachel Cruze

Do your kids understand how to spend money but struggle with the concept of saving? Are you unsure of when or how to start teaching them about money and good stewardship? Would you like to raise children who understand the value of hard work and honor God with their finances? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Rachel Cruze, as they discuss practical ways we can make financial concepts accessible, relatable, and hands-on for our children.

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Episode 231 | Helping Kids through Trials & Suffering

Do you sometimes feel helpless watching your child struggle through trials and suffering, unsure of how to guide them toward hope and healing through Christ? Are you searching for biblical encouragement to help your children process suffering in a way that deepens their relationship with God? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss insights on suffering from a biblical perspective and practical approaches parents can take to help their children journey through struggles in ways that draw them closer to God.

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Episode 230 | Nurturing Faith When Children Are Hurting

Are you looking for ways to comfort your children when they are hurting while pointing them to Jesus for help? Do you long to turn moments of pain into opportunities for your children to experience God's presence and grow stronger in their faith? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss the importance of being grounded in Scripture and having a biblical understanding of suffering so we can help our children work through their pain.

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Episode 229 | Teaching Kids Safety Skills with Julie Lowe

Are you looking for ways to prepare your kids for the dangers they may face in the world—without causing them to live in fear? Would you like to guide your children in recognizing danger while equipping them to respond with confidence, wisdom, and steadfast faith? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Julie Lowe, as they take a look at some tools, strategies, and resources to help when our kids are confronted with uncomfortable, challenging, or dangerous situations.

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Episode 228 | Managing Meltdowns in Public

Do your children scream and throw tantrums when things don’t go their way? Do minor frustrations seem to spark major meltdowns on a daily basis? Do you feel embarrassed and unsure of how to handle your child’s meltdowns in public? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan as they discuss practical ways we can look past our own frustration and embarrassment so we can train, instruct, and discipline our children when they're having a meltdown.

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Episode 227 | When Siblings Blame-Shift

Do your kids often blame one another rather than taking responsibility for their own actions? Do you find it challenging to determine which child to believe or who’s at fault when it’s one sibling’s word against the other? Would you like to help your children understand the spiritual importance of admitting wrong and confessing sin? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they discuss how we can help our children evaluate their own hearts without making accusations by asking heart-probing questions and taking them to the Word of God.

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Episode 226 | Feeding Your Family Well with Chandis

Does the thought of another week filled with meal planning and prep leave you feeling overwhelmed? Are you craving simple, healthy meals your whole family will actually enjoy—without blowing your grocery budget? Would you like to know what the Bible says about taking care of our bodies—and how to get your kids excited about eating nutritious foods? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Chandis, as they talk about ways to lighten the load when it comes to feeding ourselves and our families well.

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Episode 225 | Complaining, Disobeying & Fear

Do you wish your children came with a “how to parent” handbook to help you get to the heart of outward behavior? When you’re in the heat of the moment, would you like to have quick and effective solutions for all the common struggles your children face right at your fingertips? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they walk through how we can address the specific behaviors of fear, complaining and disobeying from a biblical perspective.

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Episode 224 | Wise Words for Moms 2025

Do you want to calmly and effectively address your child’s bad behaviors, but often struggle to find the right words? Or does your child tune out your training and instruction because you wind up using too many words…and not a single one of them is helpful? Would you like guidance to help reach the heart of outward behavior and train your children in the wisdom of the Lord? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody as they look at how to use the Wise Words for Moms chart for practical solutions to address behaviors biblically from toddlerhood to adulthood.

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Episode 223 | The Impact of a Mother's Words with Sharon Jaynes

Do you ever catch yourself mid-sentence, afraid of the impact your words might have on your children?  Would you like to explore how your speech can profoundly shape their beliefs, behaviors, and future--for better or worse? Join Ginger Hubbard and Alex Cody, along with special guest Sharon Jaynes, as they talk about what the Bible says about the power of words and how we can use them to speak truth and life into the hearts of our kids.

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  • "Reaching my heart"

    “…Not only has your teaching been invaluable for me, but i've also shared key episodes with my husband to help us both transition back into our family routine. He has been amazed by the positive changes he's seen in the behavior of our 2- and 3-year-olds, as well as in myself. Thank you for your biblical teaching and for equipping me with the tools to reach the hearts of my children and, just as importantly, my own heart. Your podcast has truly been transformative in this challenging season…Thank you for spreading wisdom and knowledge.”

  • "A beautiful and refreshing podcast"

    “...This podcast has brought to light the diligent love and care that Christian parents have for their children and increased the thankfulness I have for my parents and the work they’ve done for my spiritual well-being. After listening to certain episodes, I’ve stopped and thought, “Wow. My parents really do love the Lord and really do love me.” Through this podcast, I’ve felt more grace in my heart toward them when they make mistakes. Even the sound of y’all’s voices is so comforting and calming. This podcast is so special to me.”

  • "Love this podcast"

    “I have 6 kids, since listening to this podcast it has changed my parenting so much!

    The way I think and handle situations with my children have changed. Not only do I notice but my children notice as well. I love how Ginger puts God's word into everything she talks about, it's so inspiring and touching.”

Helping you

reach the hearts

of your children