Christian parents today are raising children in a world vastly different from the one they grew up in. Values have shifted. Morality is questioned. Identity is fluid. The line between truth and opinion has blurred. It’s no wonder many parents feel overwhelmed. But God has not left us unequipped.
In Deuteronomy 6:6–7, God says, “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road…” Faith formation begins in the everyday moments of life.
We cannot outsource discipleship to Sunday School. Church is important, but it is not enough. The primary responsibility to shape a child’s faith rests with parents and guardians. And that’s not a burden – it’s a sacred calling.
This doesn’t mean we need to have all the answers. What our children need more than perfection is authenticity. They need to see us walking with God, repenting when we fail, praying in hard times, and prioritizing Christ. They learn by watching, not just listening.
Culture will disciple our children if we don’t. Every TV show, song, or app is shaping their worldview. We can’t shield them from everything, but we can equip them to discern truth from error. Teaching them to ask, “What does God say about this?” will ground them in a shifting world.
Identity is one of the biggest battlegrounds today. Kids are told they can be anything – or anyone – they choose. While we affirm their uniqueness and value, we must also anchor their identity in God’s design. Psalm 139 says they are fearfully and wonderfully made. Ephesians 2 calls them God’s workmanship.
Prayer is essential. Raising kids in this culture is spiritual warfare. Pray for them daily. Pray with them often. Ask God for wisdom, courage, and grace. He loves our children even more than we do.
We’re not alone in this. The Church must support families, not judge them. Intergenerational community matters. Every child needs godly mentors, spiritual aunts and uncles, and loving examples to reinforce what they’re learning at home.
Parenting is hard. But it’s also holy. And God is faithful.