Raising Spiritual Children is a practical resource for parents who want to raise their children to be whole, healthy, and capable of using their spiritual gifts with wisdom. What does it mean to have spiritual gifting? How can we help our spiritually gifted children's stay on the right path? What do our children's dreams mean? This book answers these questions and many more. Book jacket.
"The fastest growing religion in America is--none! Among adults under 30, those poised to be the parents of the next generation, fully one third are religiously unaffiliated. Yet these "Nones," especially parents, still face prejudice in a culture where religion is widely seen as good for your kids. What do Nones believe, and how do they negotiate tensions with those convinced that they ought to provide their children with a religious upbringing?"--Publisher description.
With all the responsibilities parents have raising children, one key area is often neglected: helping sons and daughters understand and grow in their spiritual gifting--at any age. In this groundbreaking resource, children's pastor Seth Dahl helps parents minister to and with their children, shaping them into the gifted individuals God designed them to be, while simultaneously doing damage to the kingdom of darkness. He covers important topics such as · creating a culture of faith at home · helping your children navigate spiritual realities · guiding your children to live out the kingdom in their everyday lives · and more! By using the practical tools offered here, you will guide your children effectively and confidently. Bring the life-changing power of God into your home--and raise Spirit-led kids.
Segments of society are drawing upon their faith and spirituality to develop strategies to mend social relationships and fragmented communities. The Contemporary Perspectives on Spirituality in Education book series will feature volumes geared towards understanding and exploring the role of spirituality in addressing challenge, conflict, and marginalization within education in the U.S. and internationally.
Discover the fruit of the Spirit in the context of your parenting, learn how to cultivate growth in your children, and explore practical ways to live out the fruit of the Spirit together.
In the path of parenthood, there exists no higher aspiration than to grow our children into well-rounded individuals who are not just emotionally and intellectually robust but also spiritually anchored. In the fast-changing society we live in, when diversions and temptations abound, fostering a sense of spirituality in our children becomes vital. "Raising a spiritual child" is a compass for parents eager to embark on this profound and gratifying quest. This guide aims to examine the multidimensional domain of spirituality and provide practical insights on how to grow it inside the hearts and brains of our children. Drawing from historical wisdom, current psychology, and real-life experiences, we will delve into the art of cultivating spirituality that transcends religious boundaries, helping children to create a strong moral compass, find purpose, and cultivate inner serenity. Throughout this trip, we will unearth the techniques and skills to empower parents, guardians, and mentors in their goal to develop spiritual champions. From fostering open communication to negotiating hard concerns, we will explore the practical aspects of helping your child's spiritual development. As we embark on this transforming adventure together, let us embrace the opportunity to change the future by molding young hearts, minds, and souls into beacons of light in a world that urgently needs them. "Raising Spiritual children" presents a blueprint to assist you in traveling this sacred path, and by doing so, nurture the spiritual champions of the future.
How do you raise Christian kids who have dreams that seem beyond their reach? Parenting is an important task, but the pressure doesn't need to be on us. As parents, we simply need to follow the leading of the Lord with the understanding that our children's natural abilities are actually the Lord working out their destiny. When we give Christ unlimited control of our parenting, we learn that Jesus is a better parent to our children than we can ever hope to be. As Sheila Erwin shares personal stories of raising two successful filmmakers and delves into biblical principles, you will be encouraged to cultivate your children's gifts and help them reach their dreams--no matter how impossible they seem. By parenting from a position of trust and rest in God, you can guide your children to chase their God-given dreams and channel their talents to glorify God instead of being gripped by the world.
Story, Formation, and Culture brings together a myriad of scholars, researchers, and ministry leaders into conversation about how we can effectively nurture the spirituality of children. Built around the three themes of story, formation, and culture, this volume blends cutting-edge research and insights with attention to how we can bring theory into practice in our ministries with children. The work of children's spiritual formation is often a marginalized component in the church's overall ministry. This volume seeks to equip pastors, leaders, and scholars with cutting-edge research and practices that effectively strengthen their ministries with children.
How important is childhood in the spiritual formation of a person? How do children experience God in the context of their lives as they grow? What does God do in the lives of children to draw them to himself and help them grow into a vital relationship with him? How can adults who care about children better support their spiritual growth and direct it toward relationship with God through Jesus Christ? These are critical questions that church leaders face as they consider how best to nurture the faith of the children God brings into our lives. In this book, over two dozen Christian scholars and ministry leaders explore important issues about the spiritual life of children and ways parents, church leaders, and others who care about children can promote their spiritual formation.
We are spirit, soul, and body. What happens in one area can have an outcome that will affect your child's behavior and their belief system. The bible says that as a man thinks so is he. What your child is thinking and believing is very important. What you are thinking and believing is equally as important. You may find during your reading that you too have some unresolved issues. Be open to praying for yourself in much the same way as we have encouraged you to pray for your children. You have a responsibility to yourself to keep watch over your and their being, your and their entire being! Parents, you are the most significant influencers in your children's lives. You have an opportunity to invest into the kingdom of God by stewarding your children well. This book has tools for you to use along your journey but tools are no good left on the shelf. What is necessary is for you to put them into action. In everything you do, do it all in the way of love.
