Teaching children to pray is one of the most important aspects of discipleship in the home. The discipline of prayer is one that is learned best through daily demonstration. Teaching children prayers that they can memorize can be helpful, especially at an early age. Helping them learn scripture is another great way to teach children … Continue reading Book Review: The Barber Who Wanted to Pray
Church history is an important part of understanding the Christian faith. Although it is not necessary for salvation or even discipleship, knowing some history of the Christian faith serves only to enrich our walk with the Lord. Church history encompasses the time after the last Apostles death in 90-100 AD to the president. In that … Continue reading Book Review: Church History ABC’s
Scripture instructs parents to teach the truths of God to their children (Deuteronomy 6). That commandment is non-negotiable. The question of how to do this, will be different in every family. Deuteronomy 6 provides a guide, “You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, … Continue reading Book Review: Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat
For many people, the Bible can seem like a collection of unrelated stories. This can be especially true for children, because many times that is the way they are taught stories from the Bible. The truth is, however, the Bible’s stories not disconnected or unrelated. In fact, they tell one big story. All of the … Continue reading Book Review: The Biggest Story and The Biggest Story ABC
The gospel story is the most important story that has ever been told. For this reason, God has called Christian parents to rehearse the gospel story with their families. The gospel must be taught and lived out in the home. Scripture reminds us to tell our children about what God has done “as you sit … Continue reading The Story of Easter: Jesus Rose For Me
Children love to snuggle in their parents or grandparents lap and read a book. Whether it be a bedtime story or just simply story time, reading with and to children is a great way to spend quality time. Reading to children is also a great way to teach them about who God is and what … Continue reading Teaching Children About God, Jesus, and The Gospel
