I wrote this post over a year ago, then somehow forgot it in drafts. I needed to read it today, and hope it encourages you, too! It’s never too early to introduce children to the God who wants to know them personally…
Discipling my children has been a passion of mine since before I even understood and experienced true discipleship myself–I didn’t know what it was called, I just know I wanted my kids to know their Father’s heart at a young age. And when I say young, I mean, I’m wrangling a 7, 4, and 3 year old right now, and it’s not too early to begin. But at that age, with those attention spans, deep Bible study is non-existent. Hours spent reading and studying passages and long, quiet times of prayer and meditation just don’t happen. What does happen is a lot of life, but real life discipleship fits in just fine if I make it a priority. I’m learning to disciple my children with love, words, and example:
Trina, Thankyou sooo much for sharing your heart. I have been walking with the Lord since I was very young and I have 4 children that I homeschool and I really needed to read that. Thankyou again for being transparent and for taking the time to write I don’t know how u have time but it is a blessing to your readers.
Blessings,
Francis
Francis, thanks so much for your kind comment and for introducing yourself. So glad to have you join me with this goal.
Trina, thank you so much for sharing this. I have realized the critical need for not just training, but disciplining children and what you shared has given me some concrete ways for preparing to do that. (I’m not a mother or even married yet). So thank you, and not just for this but for all your sharing on this blog. I’ve been a “stalker” for several years. 🙂 Blessings to you and your family.
Teresa, I’m so honored to have you here! And thank you for sharing your heart. Discipleship is such a passion of mine, and it’s always encouraging to discuss what it can look like for different people in different seasons. Do you have anyone you are discipling right now, even in an unofficial capacity?