This is truly the key to helping kids have authentic life-changing faith. The goal of their independent study is to get them in the Bible for themselves and to think deeply about what they are learning BEFORE anyone else puts ideas into their head. They can ask questions during your family time.
Encourage them not to get hung up on things they don’t know. Be sure they have their own book so they can move at their own pace and take ownership of what they are learning. This is the premium age for spiritual growth! These kids are sponges soaking up everything possible about God. In our home, I gather all of the kids in this age level and work together with them while the older kids are studying independently. Mom/Dad reads the lesson out loud to the child and the child responds by answering questions verbally, as well as drawing in the space provided. Our Primary level studies are written for this purpose. We recommend that each family member has a book, so go ahead and print one out for your little ones! This helps kids feel like they aren’t too young to be a part. Once everyone has completed the day’s study, it’s time to come together and discuss! Below you’ll find a strategy for working with each age level. I recommend that you study on your own before beginning your day. In this free study, there is also a family activity to help you develop your own family mission statement step-by-step! This section is designed to help you lead the discussion with your kids. At the conclusion of each lesson, you’ll also find the central Scripture, key truth, and discussion questions. You’ll be studying the same thing as the kids, but it’s tailored to help you think through it as a parent. First, there is a personal study for you. Here’s a breakdown of what that might look like for each age level. Once everyone has had the opportunity to study and process, come together to discuss what you’ve learned. To put it simply, any child over the age of 8 who can read on their own, should be spending some time studying the Bible on their own. In order to meet each person where they are, the actual “study” part should be done on an age-appropriate level. Little kids can get lost and older kids can feel like it’s boring. In truth, this is a good way to feel frustrated.
Often families think the best way to study the Bible together is to sit in a circle and have each person read/answer questions. There is also a daily family activity that’s both fun and purposeful. Parent Guide (including personal study, discussion ideas, and a daily family activity)Įach day you and your kids will find short but meaningful Bible passages to read and later discuss.The study includes four different levels: And two, it will give your kids an introductory taste of what it means to spend time in God’s Word on their own. One, it will give your family purposeful time in the Word, complete with a hands-on activity to solidify the day’s teaching. This 5-day study is written for the whole family! And it will serve two main purposes.
That’s where family bible study comes in. This is a skill that will follow them into adulthood to help them navigate the waters of life according to God’s Word. Our greatest goal with our bible studies is to teach kids how to spend time in the Word on their own. If a family Bible study is something you’ve always wanted to do or something you absolutely want to do more, click below and sign up for this FREE 5-day Bible study. If that’s not enough, you’ll also develop a family mission statement as you work together to define YOUR unique family culture, beliefs, and non-negotiables! Just like our other popular Bible studies, the Best Family Ever is written to help your family enjoy Bible study together while also laying a strong foundation for independent study and time with God. I’m super excited to introduce you to a brand new resource that with help you with BOTH of those. Second, be intentional about thinking through and defining their mission. First, spend time in the Word as often as possible. There are two key things families need to build that culture. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be intentional about building a family culture rooted in a strong foundation of faith. If you are looking for perfect answers to those questions or a money back guarantee, you’ll be disappointed. Have you ever thought much about the family culture you are creating? Do your kids have the foundation of faith they need in order to thrive in a wicked world? Will they cherish the childhood memories and long to be together?
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