As Christian parents, we don't just want our kids to know about God—we want them to truly know Him. To feel His presence in their everyday lives. To talk with Him naturally, hear His voice, and grow up experiencing life with Him. But let's be honest: between homework battles, dinner chaos, and the bedtime marathon, this can feel like just one more thing on our never-ending to-do list.
Here's the good news: helping your kids connect with God isn't about adding more stuff to your plate—it's about weaving Him into what you're already doing. It's turning ordinary moments into opportunities for God to show up.
1. Invite God into your everyday moments
Those regular routines—driving to school, brushing teeth, snuggling before bed—can become special times to connect with God. Try simple prompts like: "God, got anything You want to tell us today?" or "Jesus, help us spot You in this moment."
You're not trying to create perfect spiritual experiences; you're just making space for God to meet your family right where you are—messy hair, mismatched socks and all. That's what real faith looks like in real families.
2. Be the guide, not the expert
Your kids don't need you to have all the theological answers. They need to see what it looks like when a real person (that's you!) walks with God through real life. Let them hear your honest prayers. Let them see you work through your tough days with Jesus. When you're stumped by their questions, let them hear you say, "I don't know, but let's find out together." Your everyday faith becomes their most powerful example.
3. Keep it real and age-appropriate
God can handle your child's unfiltered questions and doubts—and so can you. Create a safe space where your preschooler can wonder why God made mosquitoes or your teenager can wrestle with why bad things happen. The best faith conversations rarely happen during scheduled "God time"—they pop up while making cookies, walking the dog, or driving home from a rough day at school.
4. Use tools that make it doable
From fun Bible story books to kid-friendly devotional apps, from worship music dance parties to bedtime prayers—there are tons of resources that help kids connect with God in ways that match how they're created. Look for stuff that engages their senses and encourages two-way conversation with God. And if you're not sure where to start, that's okay—God will meet you in that unsure place too.
5. Start small, keep showing up
One simple prayer. One honest question. One quiet moment to listen for God's voice. These little touchpoints build something lasting. Remember, you're not raising kids who perform religious routines; you're raising kids who know they're deeply loved by the God who created them—a God who loves them even more than you do (as hard as that is to imagine!).
A Prayer for the Journey
God, thank You for my kids. I really want them to know You—not just in their heads but in their hearts and everyday lives. I don't always know what I'm doing here, but I trust that You do. Help me make room for You in our crazy daily routines. Show me how to point their eyes and hearts toward You in ways that mirror with who You've made them to be. And remind me that You're with us—in the goldfish cracker messes, the homework struggles, the belly laughs, and all the ordinary moments that make up this beautiful, exhausting life of raising little humans who know they belong to You. In Jesus' name, amen.
