How do I know when protection becomes overprotection?
Oct 8, 2026 · 40 min · 14 segments
As moms, we want to protect our kids from pain, disappointment, failure, and suffering. But where is the line between helping our kids and keeping them from learning, growing, and trusting God for…
As moms, we want to protect our kids from pain, disappointment, failure, and suffering. But where is the line between helping our kids and keeping them from learning, growing, and trusting God for themselves? In this episode, Scarlet Hiltibidal talks about the tension between stepping in and letting our kids experience hard things. Special thanks to our guest on today’s Messy Mom Moment, Christine Hoover (more about her and where you can find her books and Bible studies below!) **Scripture Focus:** - Psalm 121 - John 16:33 **Learn more about Christine Hoover!** Christine Hoover serves as the women’s ministry associate at The Austin Stone’s Northwes tcongregation. She has written seven books, including Messy Beautiful Friendship, How to Thrive as a Pastor’s Wife, and You Are Not Forgotten, as well as two Bible studies on Matthew and 2 Corinthians. Christine is married to Kyle, a pastor at The Austin Stone, and they have three boys. You can find her at her website. **Connect with Scarlet** If this episode encouraged you, would you take a minute to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another mom who's trying to faithfully point her kids to Jesus. You can connect with Scarlet on Instagram and find her books, Bible studies, and more encouragement at scarlethiltibidal.com Scarlet’s Instagram Scarlet’s Facebook **Connect with Pardon The Mess:** Christian Parenting Website Christian Parenting Instagram Prefer video? This episode is on YouTube! **Resources:** Scarlet’s Favorite Christine Hoover book: You are Not Forgotten Don't Stress Talking Sex NiRV Question & Answer Bible for Kids Raising Spiritually Strong Kids WinShape Camps Carpool Conversations Podcast Christmas Gift guide Sign up for Morning Minute Faith in Action: Prayers from James for the Next Generation (Get your copy of our latest prayer journal and join Scarlet each Monday to listen to guided prayer and reflection that follows the journal.) *Pardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit* www.ChristianParenting.org Our Sponsors: \* Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
As moms, we want to protect our kids from pain, disappointment, failure, and suffering. But where is the line between helping our kids and keeping them from learning, growing, and trusting God for…
