We explore the challenges and opportunities of family devotions with missionary and youth ministry coach Chad Harwell, who shares practical insights for parents seeking to disciple their children at home. Chad offers a refreshingly honest perspective on spiritual leadership, emphasizing that parents don't need to be Bible experts to lead effectively.

• Scripture in Deuteronomy 6 as the foundation for family discipleship
• The impact of having a 3-year-old daughter who reminded Chad to have devotions
• Why it's never too late to start, regardless of your children's ages
• Simple strategies for overcoming feelings of inadequacy when leading devotions
• Practical tools and resources like YouVersion, Word of Life Quiet Time, and Axis
• The power of asking "What did God show you today?" to start spiritual conversations
• How family devotions evolve as children grow from parent-led to ownership of faith
• The importance of empowering older children to help lead younger siblings
• Finding time for devotions amid busy schedules by prioritizing what matters most
• Keeping your eyes fixed on Jesus even when days don't go as planned

Choose something you heard today and take a small step toward leading your family spiritually. We'd love to hear how it goes! Email us at podcast@waynechristian.org with your questions or experiences.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• WOL.org
• Physical Quiet Time book available at https://wolstore.org/ and online version at https://www.quiettime.life/
• Axis.org

Send any questions you want answered to podcast@waynechristian.org

This podcast is presented by Wayne Christian School- A Christ-centered community school whose mission is to assist parents and churches in the education of their children from a biblical worldview to impact their world for Christ. You can learn more at waynechristian.org