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Seeing God through nature

The Beauty of God’s Creation: A Guide to Helping Your Kids Appreciate Nature

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When we take the time to get out and explore nature, we are astounded by the beauty that God has placed all around us. The trees, the flowers, the sky—all of it is breathtaking and worth celebrating. Unfortunately, many kids these days spend too much time inside playing video games or watching TV. This can […]

enthusiast child embracing the mystery in Christianity

How to Help Children Embrace the Mystery in Christianity

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Of the 9 worship styles for kids, a child that leans toward the Enthusiast style is one who loves the mystery in Christianity. Learn how to help your enthusiast child connect with God through mystery and movement without losing their head-faith in the process. What is an enthusiast? Some people connect with God best when […]

contemplative child

Helping kids learn how to love Jesus more than anything

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Of the 9 worship styles for kids, a child that leans toward the contemplative style is likely a very loving child, and maybe has even sensed God’s love for them. They might spend a lot of time thinking, and can easily imagine God as a friend. But how can you help your contemplative child learn […]

Quiet ascetic child

Audacious simplicity: How the ascetic lifestyle can help your child love God and the world

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Of the 9 worship styles for kids, a child that leans toward the ascetic lifestyle is likely a very thoughtful child, and may not be interested in sensory ways of engaging with God and the Bible. You could also think of this child as the minimalist. But when natural ascetics live a life of astounding […]

child activism for the environment

The Christian Parent’s Guide To Encouraging Child Activism

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Child activism may seem like a misnomer, but some kids are hardwired to be activists. Let’s guide their justice-minded hearts toward helping others! “I’ll call it Creative Kids For Compassion,” he stated at the dinner table. “Huh?” I had no idea what he was talking about. As usual. This child has a prolific inner life […]

how to help the world as a kid: superhero kid!

How To Help The World As A Kid

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Wondering how to help the world as a kid, or help your justice-minded child help the world while worshipping God? Read on… Of the 9 worship styles for kids, a child that leans toward the activist style is one with a very strong sense of justice. They might become frustrated by unfairness on the playground […]

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I am a mom of three boys, former Children’s Ministry Director, and author. I believe that every Christian mom can confidently nurture deep faith roots in her kids through little habits that add up over time. Learn more about how I can help you here. 

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