The Importance of Your Child Knowing Their Identity in Christ
Dec 20, 2023
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Natalie Frisk, expert on sharing Jesus with kids, discusses helping children find their identity in Christ. Topics include fostering intimacy with God, nurturing spiritual growth, building awareness of identity in Christ, and nurturing children's faith in Christ.
Parents should model a personal relationship with Jesus through vulnerability and trust.
Helping children establish their identity in Christ is crucial in a performance-driven culture.
Deep dives
Sharing Love for Jesus with Kids
Encouraging kids to know Jesus is highlighted as a crucial aspect of parenting in the episode. Rebecca shares her desire for her children to witness a genuine love for Jesus through everyday actions and devotion. A powerful example is given where a child witnesses the love of God through a parent's emotional worship experience, emphasizing the impact of intimacy with Jesus over mere words. The importance of inviting children into a personal relationship with Jesus and modeling that relationship through vulnerability and trust is underscored.
Developing Identity in Christ for Kids
Helping children establish their identity in Christ is discussed as a significant part of sharing Jesus with kids. The episode emphasizes the need to show love and grace to children, mirroring Jesus' love and forgiveness. Parents are encouraged to guide their kids in recognizing their worth in Christ amidst a performance-driven culture. The importance of fostering a child's confidence in their identity as a child of God is highlighted.
Handling Kids' Questions About God
Dealing with children's challenging questions about God is addressed, acknowledging that some questions may be difficult to answer. The podcast suggests creating a curiosity book with children to explore and seek answers together, promoting a journey of discovery and curiosity. Emphasizing vulnerability and willingness to seek answers collectively, the episode encourages parents to engage in ongoing dialogue with children, fostering a steadfast faith and encouraging a spirit of exploration in understanding God.
How can parents help their kids find their identity in Christ? Today, Natalie Frisk joins Rebecca and Danny to talk about the best ways to share Jesus with our kids. Plus, we'll hear a question from one of our listeners about how to tackle hard salvation questions with their child.