The Gritty Gospel with Christy Young

Raising Resilient Kids: Overcoming Fear

Fear is something many of our children carry quietly—and if we’re honest, it’s something many parents feel unsure how to address.

In this episode of The Gritty Gospel, Christy and Heather talk about how to parent a fearful child without feeding the fear. This isn’t about dismissing emotions or rushing kids past what they’re feeling. It’s about pouring the Word of God over our children, speaking truth into fearful moments, and helping them learn to trust the Lord when their hearts feel overwhelmed. Scripture reminds us that fear is not ultimate, and it does not have the final word.

As parents, we are called to gently guide our children toward courage that is rooted not in self-confidence, but in confidence in Christ.

In this conversation, we talk about:

*Why fear should be acknowledged but not centered

*How God’s Word anchors a child’s heart in anxious moments

*What it looks like to speak truth instead of amplifying fear

*Helping children grow bold—not because they are strong, but because God is faithful If you’re parenting a child who struggles with fear, anxiety, or worry, this episode is meant to encourage you, ground you in Scripture, and remind you that the Lord is at work—both in your child’s heart and in yours.

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How To Disciple A Child That Lies

Every parent faces it at some point.

The small lie. The half-truth. The denial when the evidence is right in front of you.

Lying in children is not surprising—and Scripture helps us understand why. The Bible is clear that we are all bent toward sin from birth, and dishonesty is one of the earliest ways that brokenness shows itself. This does not mean your child is unusually bad, nor does it automatically mean you’ve failed as a parent. It means your child is human.

In this episode of The Gritty Gospel, we talk about how to disciple a child who lies with clarity, truth, and hope. Not by minimizing sin or excusing it, but by understanding what lies reveal about the heart and how the gospel speaks to it. This conversation goes beyond behavior management and punishment. It’s about forming the conscience, addressing the fear and pride beneath dishonesty, and teaching children what it means to walk in the light.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why children lie and what Scripture says about it

• How lying reveals a deeper heart issue

• How to respond without crushing your child

• The difference between discipline and discipleship

• How the gospel invites truth, repentance, and restoration

If you want to raise a child who loves truth—not just one who avoids getting caught—this episode is for you. The Gritty Gospel exists to help parents disciple their children faithfully in a fallen world, trusting that lasting change comes not through control or fear, but through Christ who is the Truth.

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How to Parent an Entitled Child (Before It Gets Worse)

Every parent sees it eventually.

The demands. The expectations. The quiet belief that the world exists to serve them.

But entitlement in children is not simply the result of bad parenting, weak boundaries, or cultural pressure. Scripture tells us something deeper and more honest: our children are born with hearts bent inward, just like us.

In this episode of The Gritty Gospel, we talk about how entitlement is not merely a behavior problem, but a heart and discipleship issue. One that begins early, forms quietly, and—if left unaddressed—can harden into character. This conversation is not about shaming parents or offering quick fixes. It’s about seeing our children clearly, taking sin seriously, and parenting with gospel-centered wisdom before entitlement takes root.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why entitlement is present from birth

• The difference between grace and indulgence

• Why behavior management alone is not enough

• How the gospel shapes gratitude, humility, and joy

• What faithful parenting looks like when the heart is the issue

If you’re a parent who wants to disciple your child’s heart—not just manage their behavior—this episode is for you. The Gritty Gospel exists to help parents raise children with clarity, courage, and hope in a broken world, trusting that real change comes not through control, but through Christ.

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Moms: What GOD Says When You Feel Like A FAILURE

Do you ever feel like you’re not enough as a mom? Like no matter how hard you try, you fall short, lose your patience, or feel worn out and inadequate?

This encouragement from 2 Corinthians 12:9–10 will remind you that your weakness isn’t a failure — it’s the very place where God pours out His strength. In this video, we share biblical truth, practical hope, and a reminder that God never asked you to be “enough.” He asked you to depend on the One who is.

If you’re a Christian mom who feels overwhelmed, discouraged, or insufficient… this is for you.

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This One Practice Will Transform Your Home”

Why don’t more Christian families practice family worship? In this video, we break down what family worship actually is, why it matters, and how simple it can be to start.

If you want a stronger home, deeper discipleship, and a clear plan for leading your kids spiritually, this will help you take the first step.

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How to Deal With A Stubborn Child

When your child refuses to admit they’re wrong, denies their sin, or won’t take responsibility, it can leave you frustrated and unsure how to parent well.

In this episode, we talk about how Christian parents can shepherd stubborn hearts toward truth and repentance. God calls us not just to correct behavior, but to lovingly lead our children to see their sin, confess it, and run to Christ.

If you’re dealing with blame-shifting, denial, or kids who won’t say “I was wrong,” this will help you walk the biblical path of discipline, grace, and discipleship.

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We Believe in Christ… But Educate Like the World

What is the goal of education?

For most of us, our understanding of school has been shaped by what’s normal and conventional—but it’s time to excise that thinking entirely.

As Christian parents, we must reclaim the truth: education is discipleship.

Is the goal of education to earn a good job, get into college, build wealth, or achieve success? Or is the true goal for our kids to know God rightly, follow Him faithfully, and glorify Him with their lives?

These are not small differences. They produce completely different kinds of children—and completely different futures. We need to approach education with the end goal in mind.

In this episode, we explore:

**The real purpose and goal of education

**Why conventional models miss the mark

**How Christian parents can reclaim discipleship in the home

**Why formation—not achievement—is the heart of education

**How removing God from learning leads to spiritual drift

**Why the battle for your child’s worldview happens daily

The issue of education is ultimately an issue of the heart. And heart transformation cannot happen apart from the Holy Spirit. Yet Scripture calls parents to diligently teach, shape, and disciple their children every day.

Our goal is not to produce clean-cut kids or multigenerational wealth. Our goal is to raise children who fear the Lord, love the truth, and stand firm in a world that’s collapsing morally. If you care about discipleship, worldview, wisdom, biblical parenting, Christian education, homeschooling, or raising strong kids, this episode will both challenge and encourage you.

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Your Late Bloomer Is Right On Time

If you’re a parent who feels anxious because your child isn’t hitting milestones as quickly as other kids, this video is for you.

Whether it’s reading, social skills, maturity, confidence, or academics—slow growth does not mean something is wrong. And it definitely doesn’t mean your child is behind in God’s eyes.

In this episode, Heather shares encouragement for parents of late bloomers, reminding you that every child has a unique pace, a unique wiring, and a unique story God is writing. Slow development can actually be a gift, not a burden.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is my child behind?” — this message will breathe peace into your home and heart. You’re not failing. They’re not failing. Your late bloomer is right on time.

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