Episode 110: Back To School Encouragement for Kids
Episode · 47 min · September 3, 2024
About this episode
Equip your children with the spiritual armor they need to navigate the cultural challenges they face in school. Join us as we walk through key strategies for instilling a strong sense of identity in Christ, using We'll discuss how to affirm your child's true worth and identity, rooted in their Creator, and provide
practical advice for facing the unique pressures that come with today's social media-driven world. We also address the unique challenges faced by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, who are influenced by social media to seek validation externally. By reinforcing that their identity is rooted in being made in God's image, we guide parents on how to instill a Christ-centered worldview in their children, using examples from the Bible.We'll discuss how to guide your children to think critically, ask the right questions, and stand firm in their faith amidst the temptations and false ideologies promoted by secular society. Together, let's ensure our children are spiritually ready for the year ahead and ready to reflect God's image to those around themMain Points CoveredYour Identity is in ChristTruth MattersBe on GuardTest the SpiritsBe Willing to do the Hard Thing.People and Resources MentionedPsalm 139:13-141 Corinthians 6:19-20Luke 15Ephesians 6Proverbs 22:6John 14:6Colossians 3:9Colossians 4:61 Peter 3:15John 17:17-19Deuteronomy 41 Peter 5:8Nehemiah 4:17-23Mark 12:30Colossians 2:81 John 4Romans 1:16Esther 4:14Colossians 3Quote from Jason Whitlock: “When we are fearful before God we are fearless before culture.”A Look at Black Lives Matter with Monique Duson—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co
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