Do you have a consistent habit of spending time with God? It can be so hard to do with kids at home. Yet, Deuteronomy 6:5-7 shows us that discipling our children starts with us loving God.

It is from that love of God that our teaching, discipling, and nurturing the faith of our children flows. Otherwise, you will be trying to work for God instead of with him. This leads to burnout and your kids seeing through the inauthenticity.

Here are 3 tips to help Christian mamas to spend time with Jesus and enjoy it!

You’ve got the Holy Spirit! You can do it, mama!

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• Be Interruptible episode 38: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0yxcelUecCUsuBLMCw0aL5?si=JP9GTEScQji9WMG_m5_dJA

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https://www.patheos.com/blogs/parentingwithjoy/2024/08/quiet-time-tips/

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00:00 My prime time is middle of day.

06:20 Jesus and interruptions - being intentionally interruptible.

09:56 Encourage kids to be loud and expressive.

14:03 Diverse ways to enjoy time with God.

15:59 Tips for using quiet time with kids.

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In this episode of Playfully Faithful Parenting, we dive into the important distinction between teaching kids Biblical facts and nurturing their faith. Through my experience as a mother, children's minister, and seminary graduate, I explore how simple questions, like the number of loaves and fishes, might build knowledge but not necessarily foster a deep, personal relationship with God. I share insights from language learning and ministry to illustrate how we can move beyond memorization to encourage our children to truly engage with and wonder about Bible stories. Join me as I discuss how to inspire your kids to grow in their faith through curiosity and relationships, and make faith a playful, heartfelt journey.

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Are your kids going back to school? Here are a few prayers and verses to help with the transition.

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If you are a Christian parent who wants to bring joy to your family's faith and model the abundant life, I think one book series is a must-read: The Chronicles of Narnia. There is so much richness and imagination that will help your family talk about and grow in faith. Let’s look at how we can use each book to wonder and connect with our children.

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Hey mamas, are you wondering how to use the Olympics as a meaningful learning moment for your family’s faith journey? I’ve got you covered! In this episode of Playfully Faithful Parenting, we dive into five practical ways we can take cues from Olympic athletes to grow our spiritual lives and those of our kids. From the importance of training and rest to the power of community and celebration, this episode provides you with actionable steps to deepen your walk with Christ and engage your children in joyful, faith-filled living. So grab a cup of coffee and join me as we explore how to become kingdom Olympians in our daily lives.

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• Wanna go deeper? https://www.familychristian.com/faith/training-for-godliness-5-lessons-from-olympic-athletes/

• “Why Olympic Athletes' Rest Days Are Just As Important As Their Training Sessions” https://www.elitedaily.com/p/do-olympic-athletes-have-rest-days-heres-how-they-find-downtime-in-their-training-8262688

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Hey mamas, ever find yourself lost and seeking guidance as you navigate raising your kids for Jesus? I have too! In this episode of Playfully Faithful Parenting, we dive into Psalm 16 and uncover how turning to God and His Word can provide the wisdom, security, and joy we need in our challenging moments. Together, we'll explore where to go with our fears and questions, allowing God's presence to fill us with peace and gladness, so we can find the path of life He has set before us.

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Many Christian mothers struggle with their reactions to their children's misbehavior, often responding with anger, frustration, or harsh discipline. This inconsistency between their faith values and parenting practices can lead to guilt, damaged relationships, ineffective discipline, and impact their child's faith. The podcast addresses how moms can align their responses to misbehavior with their Christian beliefs, focusing on self-regulation, gentleness, and modeling Christ's love, even in challenging moments. It explores the biblical perspective on discipline and offers practical strategies for moms to cultivate a more grace-filled, spiritually-grounded approach to guiding their children's behavior.

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