Episode 148: Helping Your Kids To Become Godly Influencers

When it comes to the biggest concerns you have for your kids, what’s the highest ranking on your list? According to a recent Barna study, over 73% of American parents are concerned about their child’s spiritual development. 

In this episode, Lee and Meredith discuss how to teach kids to become the Godly influencers they are called to be!

It may seem challenging to disciple children in the ways of the Lord when the world provides so many opposing influences, but as a believer, you are equipped with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms – you have everything you need for life and Godliness, and you get to teach this to the next generation! 

Are you ready to hear 4 ways to help your kids become Godly influencers? Let’s go!

MEREDITH STEIDLER loves parenting with her husband, Calvin, and their 3 kids ages 11, 13 and 15. She adores waterfalls, strength training, biking, and reading – anything that gets her closer to the beauty of God’s creation. Meredith works as the Podcast Manager for Bible2School and enjoys volunteering with 4th grade Bible2School in her community.

Resources

Barna Study – Research on Children’s Spiritual Development  

Stickyfaith by Dr. Kara E. Powell

1 Corinthians 15:33 – bad company corrupts good character

Proverbs 17:17  – a friend loves at all times

Proverbs 18:24 – a friend sticks closer than a brother

Proverbs 27:17 – iron sharpens iron

Philippians 4 – Paul’s appeal for steadfastness & unity

Deuteronomy 6:4-7 – Bible2School theme verse

Colson’s Story

Colson on You CAN Tell The Children Podcast

Ivy’s Story

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