Speak The Truth EP. 168 Grounded in Grace: Helping Kids Build Their Identity in Christ W/Jonathan Holmes
May 30, 2025
In this insightful conversation, Jonathan Holmes, author of 'Grounded in Grace' and counselor, shares expert advice on helping children form their identities in Christ. He emphasizes the vital role parents play in proactively guiding their kids amidst today's societal pressures. The discussion highlights the importance of grounding identity in biblical truth, especially when faced with challenges like mental health and gender confusion. Jonathan offers practical strategies for nurturing faith and resilience in children, encouraging meaningful spiritual engagement.
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Proactively Disciple Children's Identity
- Parents must proactively disciple their children to ground their identity in Christ to counter outside influences.
- Identity grounded in God's grace is stable, unlike feelings that constantly change in children and teens.
Identity Beyond Emotions
- Identity tied to fluctuating emotions is unstable and often promoted by the world.
- Biblical identity is a gift from God that provides stability beyond changing feelings.
Parents Must Lead Identity Formation
- Parents must actively lead in communicating God's truth to their kids as key identity influencers.
- It's never too late to start discipling children regardless of their age or past.